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Newspaper

Defiance Weekly Express

Location

Defiance, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1904

Page

20

Republican Delegates to Meet in Ima Ohio June 3 1904

The Republicans of the Third Judicial Circuit will meet in a delegate convention at Ima Ohio on June 3 1904 at 10 a.m. in the Common Pleas court room to select a candidate for Circuit Judge. Representation is one for every five hundred votes and fraction over two hundred fifty. Delegates will be chosen by counties as designated by county circuit court committees. Also notes local incidents including a shooting near Springfield a fire spree in Norwalk and liquor tax payments in Eden Williams county. The Illinois convention is expected to nominate a ticket. The Presbyterian assembly adopted a resolution barring ministers from marrying divorced persons eligible in the church across several denominations.

Third Judicial Circuit Ima Ohio Common Pleas Court aLa Circuit Court Judicial Jas. We Halphall W. W.onapmax Boc'y Presbyterian General Assembly Buffalo Interchurch Conference Protestant Episcopal Church of the United States Presbyterian Church In the The Methodist Episcopal Church, (South Alliance of Reformed Churches Presbyterian System Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Reformed Church In America Congressional Churches Universalist Churches Unitarian Churches Reformed, Presbyterian Church General Synod Cumberland Presbyterian Church

Senator Quay Death Highlights Political Figure

Matthew Stanley Quay, a self made man and veteran politician, dies leaving a legacy as a forceful party manager who helped elect Benjamin Harrison. The report notes his open style, kept promises, and domestic focus. Also included are brief notices of parole for Sylvester Howrk, and arrests and incidents in Canton and Cincinnati including a gasoline fire and a soldier’s death from spotted fever fueling New York City fears.

Quay Jefferson College Pennsylvania Congress Republican National Committee Benj. Harrison Hanna James P. McCann Philippines Cincinnati New York City

No Change in Illinois Deadlock Grips Republican Convention

Special to Express. Springfield June 1 The Republican state convention, after a long session and three governor ballots, adjourned without breaking the deadlock. Yates led with 484 votes, followed by Lowdon 398.5, Deneen 383.5, Hamlin 116, Warner 80. Officials anticipate another adjournment or a two week recess. Most delegates stayed on site with readiness to endure months if needed, as candidates vie for a compromise.

Springfield Yates Cannon House of Representatives Lowdon Deneen Hamlin Warner Sherman Pierce Deneen Erovd Chicago

John’s Reformed Church Notice

Divine services next Sunday at John’s Reformed Church Jer Fourth and Washington. Sunday school at 9 a m English sermon at 10 a m Sunday school at Sherwood at 2 p m no preaching at Sherwood Pastor Lahr to install Rev Keller in Haskins Charge next Sunday All are invited.

John’s Reformed Church Jer Washington F. E. Lahr Sherwood Havng P. H. Keller Haskins

Hicksville Notes and Local Moves Amid City Events

Hicksville residents welcomed new manager G W Dearbaugh at the Hicksville Telephone plant while Mrs William Mettart and her son visited from Misha waka. Local leaders Judge Wagner and Mayor Leister met with residents, and a strike by the telephone crew led to the manager's dismissal. A mix of visits, civic notes, a 10 to 5 Hicksville win over Butler, and a Hartford college prank described later.

GW Dearbaugh Wapakoneta Hicksville Wiliam Mettart and Son Mishawaka John Getrost WS Wagner Mark Ty Leister Tulln Mr. Skull Chicago Our City Sherm Hart Ormand Kennedy South Bend The Knights and Ladies of Columbia John Hart Minster Libote ‘Moore Express St. Bernard Abe Moore Ind Mallett Defiance Wid Hoke Telephone Company Bryan East Smith Street Jock and Smith Streets Fred Clemmoer James Casebeer Harry Wilson Antwerp W L McConnell Evanston Wyoming M E Wilson Butler Hicksville Fair Ground Hicksville Boys J W_ Smith Ottawa Co. i, Ong Hello Girls G W Dearbaugh Morey Dieble and Child Detroit Mich JW. Wright Virginia Bachelor Lyons Neb Hixon Toledo

Fire Protection Plans Feature Decatur Plant Rebuild

A June 1 council proposal would require new water mains to protect the Decatur Eye Case Co plant after a fire nearly gutted it on April 23. The measure includes upgrading fire protection and waterworks for the factory. Nearby projects include a Defiance contractor building a bridge east of Mansfield schoolhouse and local livestock and farming updates.

Ryan Decatur Eye Case Co

Visitors to the Children's Home in Constine Iowa

A list of visitors to the Children’s Home includes Constine residents Wisda Kuhn and Cheney with daughters, John and Emma Wolf, Laura Houck, Emmett Slough and daughter Rachael, Charles Behringer, Atkinson, Boals, Doenges, Bonham, Kennedy, Zahn, Forst, and Singer of Defiance. Candy delivered by Mr Singer is acknowledged. Several others from Ney, Rice, Napoleon, Wauseon, and Delaware township called or visited. Maud Hardin wrapped up her term at the home. Supt Rasor and wife visited Mark township friends.

Wisda Sarah Kuhn F W ‘Cheney John Wolf Emma Wolf Laura Houck Emmett Slough Rachael Charles Behringer D Atkinson N Boals W Doenges A Bonham Jessie Kennedy Kate Annay Zahn J M Forst IF Singer Defiance Singer Miss Loyd Delaware Township Arle Bergman G W Churchman Lottie Walker Ney C M Doenges Rice F H Mueller Napoleon F H Bohnfeldt Wauseon Maud Hardin

Notice to Public on Ditch Assessments and Delinquency

Taxpayers taxed for ditches may save money by paying ditch assessments in the special duplicate before delinquency. After the June tax period, delinquent ditch assessments move to the general duplicate with a six percent penalty by law. County Auditor Edwin B. Haas urges payment with June taxes to avoid penalties. Also report of a hung jury in the Rising Sun murder case involving James Gillespie and others, after fifty hours of deliberation and high ballots for conviction.

Edwin B. Haas Oor James Gillespie Belle Seward Carrie Myron Barbour Seward Elizabeth Rising Sun Ind

Paradise of Flowers and Tahiti Hospitality

The Tahitians are described as the gentlest people who revere flowers in all life aspects. A traveler notes visiting homes, sharing native meals on large leaves, receiving warm hospitality, and the host’s obligations to guests. Mrs Hoyt’s witty Lambs banquet moment with Charles Hoyt is recounted as well.

Tahiti South Eeas Islands

Mark Center barber shop sold to Ensign of Farmer

A large congregation gathered Sunday afternoon at Mark Center church for memorial services presided by Rev. Jacob Kurnert. Other items note Cora Douglas visiting Napoleon, W E Hire shipping hay, W H Roan losing sheep to dogs, and ice cream sold at two places in Mark. Sunday school convention planned for 1:30 pm with Pentecostal hymn singing.

Mark Center E Myers Ensign Farmer Mark Center Church Jacob Kurnert Cora Douglas Napoleon Mark Ed Conkey Grant Shook F. Miller Sherwood Zeno Haver Garrett

Man of Iron Nerve Colonel W C Greene Resists Gun Threats

Colonel William C. Greene, president of Greene Consolidated Copper, survived an assassination attempt in New York City when miner James W. Goodman allegedly aimed to shoot him four times. Greene, famed West scout and Indian fighter, has run copper mines in Cananea Mexico and held vast land and cattle holdings, with New York residence in recent years.

W. C. Greene William C. Greene Greene Consolidated Copper Company New York City West James W. Goodman Mr. Greene General Greene Cananea Sonora Mexico Arizona Bisbee Geronimo Miles Colonel Greene Northern Pacific Railroad Fargo N. D New York

Empress-hopeful Alexandra Declines German Crown Match

Princess Alexandra of Cumberland has announced engagement to the Grand Duke of Mecklenburg Schwerin but refused a German crown alliance. Emperor William sought such a marriage, resented the Duke of Cumberland's Danish departure, and Alexandra and her father rejected Hohenzollern ties despite potential succession implications.

Alexandra of Cumberland Mecklenburg-Schwerin Germany William Copenhagen Duke of Cumberland Alexandra House of Hohenzollern Hanover George V Prussia

Princess Thyra of Enmark and Royal Bloodlines

Princess Thyra of Enmark, sister to Alexandra of England, is a 22yearold niece of the British queen. The piece discusses Hanover claims, widens to empire relations, stamps, and royal health updates including the empress of Japan and the Greek queen mothering nursing institutions.

Thyra of Enmark Alexandra England House of Hanover William Cumberland Victoria Great Britain and Ireland Hanover George III of Edward Japan Kalserin Bellevue Castle Greece

How They Are Affected by the Shock of Big Guns

The article explains ear safety during heavy artillery firings at Fort Hancock and on ships. Spectators are advised to stand on tiptoes, plug ears, and open mouths to dampen shock. Officers describe the spring effect of toes, ear protection by fingers or rubber, and mouth opening to equalize ear pressure, with notes on tympanic membrane injury and the ear’s anatomy as explained by authorities.

Fort Hancock Sandy Hook Corti Helmholtz Texas New York Press

Yale Track Rise Seen Among Eastern Colleges

Yale's track squad is judged the best among eastern colleges this season. A British golf team is being formed to compete in St. Louis during the exposition. Jockey John Reiff, 18, of San Jose says he will never race on American track again. David Fultz warns college players against turning pro regardless of openings. Napoleon Lajoie looks stronger and aims to top American league batters. Early season plans list seventeen men for Manager Armour: six pitchers, two catchers, five infielders, four outfielders. Corbett bets Britt $10,000 he can beat him, while crediting Eddie Graney with the defeat. Jim Jeffries trains in Harbin Springs for his title bout with Jack Monroe.

St. Louis John Reiff San Jose Cal David Fultz Napoleon Lajoie Armour Young Corbett Jimmy Britt Britt Eddie Graney Jim Jeffries Harbin Springs Jack Munroe Jeff

The Japanese Soldier in British Perception

The piece portrays the Japanese soldier as trained, disciplined, and patriotic, sleeping little and enduring conditions with minimal comforts. It notes the cost to the state and reflects on British defeats and Boer insights about war, citing Major Ross on government and war.

Hall's Catarrh Remedy Advertisement Notice

Century old ad copy offers one hundred dollars reward for an incurable case of catarrh. The notice promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from CHENEY CO Toledo and claims testimonials show its effectiveness. Includes pricing 75 cents per bottle and wholesale availability with agents.

Weoller Hall Gatarrh di, Cheney & CO Toledo Hail

Administrator Named for Deflance County Estate

The undersigned has been appointed and qualified as administrator of the estate of Deflance County deceased. All persons having claims against said estate should present them to the undersigned at Deflance, C. May 19, 190.

Deflance Oas W. Sloven Deflance, C

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