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Newspaper

Defiance Weekly Express

Location

Defiance, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1906

Page

9

Roosevelt and Tillman Clash Over Rate Bill Debate

The Chicago Tribune notes the feud between President Roosevelt and Senator Tillman centers on a rate bill. It cites Democratic aims to stamp the measure as a party product, frequent informal talks, and doubts about Bailey Tillman Chandler in good faith and possible attempts to derail railroad regulation.

Tillman The Chicago Tribune Bailey Senate Chandler Moody Texas

General Joan McArthur Dies in Chicago at 71

Gen Joan McArthur former postmaster of Chicago and Civil War major general died in Chicago on April 16 at age 71.

Joan McArthur Chicago

Ohio IOOF Grand Lodge Meets in Cleveland Approves Bond

Tur state grand lodge IOOF convened in Cleveland and passed a measure calling for a 55000 bond to add two wings and enlarge the Odd Fellows home at Springfield. Friday officers were installed including Leonard Walther as grand master and John L. Sullivan as deputy grand master.

Tur State Grand Lodge IOOF Cleveland Odd Fellows Springfield Leonard Walther Lima John L. Sullivan St. Marys L. B. Houck Mr. Vernon C. H. Lyman Columbus C. E. Miles Findlay George M. Rewell L. V. Williams Ripley George H. Davis Ironton Grand Messenger William Schultz Grand Guardian Rev. T. A. Reading Toledo J. C. Whittaker Dayton J. M. Broderick Marysville Bk. L. Hastings

Inauguration of President Palma in Havana at noon

President Palma was inaugurated at noon Sunday in Havana. Wm. Black, a prominent resident of Hancock County, died on the 16th at age 60.

Palma Havana Wm. Black Hancock County

Cleveland Party Car Plunges Into Telegraph Pole Fatal

A Cleveland party wrecked their car into a telegraph pole killing two and injuring two. Michael Fisher, a 55 year old farmer from near Celina, hanged himself on the 16th.

Cleveland Michael Fisher Celina

Masonic Trawler to Travel to Elkhart Leaders to Go May Twenty Ninth

The Masonic trawel with a delegation from Toledo Masons will depart Toledo for Elkhart Indiana on Tuesday May 29. The trip involves a formal send off to the Indiana city with Masonic participation.

Elkhart Ind

Fifty Eight Saloon Keepers Apply for Licenses in Auglaize County

In Auglaize County, 58 saloon keepers have filed for liquor licenses under the Aiken law and will pay $1,000 cash each, per Auditor records.

Auglaize County

Tragedy In Maryland Wreck Claims Three Lives

Three men died and two are missing after a work train wreck near Indigo tunnel Hagerstown Md on Saturday. Fifteen others were injured in the accident.

Indigo Tunnel Higerstorn

Samuel Durbarow Dies Prominent Union County Figure at 70

Samuel Durbarow, noted Union County citizen and former justice of the peace for 20 years, died in Marysville Saturday. A Civil War veteran, he was 70 years old.

Samuel Durbarow Union County Marysville

Savings bank president commits suicide amid defalcation charge

Irvin Tucker, president of the Savings Bank of Newport News Virginia, killed himself Saturday to avoid arrest on a defalcation accusation that could total as much as $20,000.

Irvin Tucker Savings Bank of Newport News

Five drowned after boat overturns on Tennessee River near Chattanooga

Five persons linked to a prominent family drowned when a boat capsized on the Tennessee River near Chattanooga Saturday. Local authorities recovered bodies as rescue crews searched the river.

Tennessee River Chattanooga

Licking County Democrats Back Bryan for Next Presidential Campaign

At their annual meeting in Newark, Licking County Democrats adopted resolutions urging William Jennings Bryan to lead the party in the next presidential campaign. Delegates cheered the call as a keynote of the gathering.

Licking County Democracy Newark Bryan

Woman sues for skin bleaching debt in New York

Hannah Elias known in New York as a controversial figure faces a $600 lawsuit from a doctor for cosmetic facial work. She reportedly refuses payment unless she is made white, claiming skin bleaching remains incomplete.

Hannah Elias John R. Platt New York

Bond proposal for New Bremen school building defeated

A $10,000 bond issue for school building at New Bremen was defeated by one vote. The proposal, seen as needed by many, failed because the election ran with the Democratic primary and enough ward votes swung against it.

New Bremen

Hearst Nominated for New York Governor at Independent League

The Independent League plans to nominate William Randolph Hearst for New York governor at their July convention and believes he will draw substantial Democratic support. D Cady Herrick is expected to be renominated. If Hearst runs and wins, he could be the Democratic nominee for president.

Wm. R. Hearst New York Independent League Democratic Organization D. Cady Herrick Hearst Democracy

Horse Thief Captured in Bellefontaine Chase

In Bellefontaine a 25 year old named Chas Dodge stole a horse Thursday night. Pursued by police in automobiles he was cornered by Marshal Bowen of McGuffey and arrested. A special grand jury soon after convicted Dodge and sentenced him to seven years in the penitentiary. Bowen has two horse thief captures in two weeks and the Farmers Protective Association paid him a $100 reward.

Bellefontaine Chas. Dodge Marshal Bowen McGuffey Hodge Farmers’ Protective Association

Tragic Van Wert man killed by freight engine

Frank Mitchener, of Van Wert, was run over and killed Thursday by a Cincinnati Northern freight engine. His legs were crushed, one ground off at the knee, after he slipped while throwing a switch. He was the son of ex County Recorder Mitchener ceiver for the Independent Co. Borders alleges insolvency and unpaid salary losses, with mortgages on materials held by various concerns.

Frank Mitchener van Wert Cincinnati Northern Railroad Ex County Mitchener Ceiver Independent Co. Borders

Mt Vernon editor seeks court appointment for reorganization

Joseph B. Borders editor of the Daily Independent, newly launched in Mount Vernon, filed in common pleas court a petition and motion requesting the appointment of a receiver to oversee the paper. The action signals another challenge facing the struggling publication as it seeks financial reorganization and stability.

Mt. Vernon Joseph B. Borders Daily Independent Common Pleas

Sale Dates and Extension Terms for Knickerbocker Auction

Dates show travel routes from Via Wabash to Boston and listings for the American Academy of Medicine and American Medical Association from June 2 to June 8 with church dates June 10 to 17. Sale runs May 31 to June 9 with final return June 18 and possible extension to July 15 for a $1 fee. G. C. Knickerbocker listed as T. A. and must be noted.

American Academy of Medicine American Medical Association First Church of Christ, Scientist G. C. Knickerbocker T. A

City Council Fixes 1906 Tax Levy Amid Bridges and Budgets

The ad journed meeting fixed the municipal levy at 20.4 mills with 8 for the Board of Public Service 1.8 for the Safety Board 2 for Health 9 for the Library and 9.5 for sinking fund. Council authorized bridge repairs with P G E president Kugel and city engineer to inspect Preston Run trestle. A claim ordinance for court transcription and an appeal bond was debated as Geiger clashed with City Solicitor Hill. Frank Mulholland of Toledo presses for the Ninth District congress nomination while his mother opposes the bid.

Dohoney Geiger, Tittle, Horn, Feigenbaum Donier Board of Public Service Safety Board Health Board Library Board of Sinking Fund Trustees H. J. Jennings Geiger W. P. Kugel Preston Run Steinberger Belford U. S. Court of Toledo the Water Co G. W G. M. Watkins Hill B. & O. Railroad Co Washington Street Service Board West High Street East Defiance Steinburger Augia

Wilcox Trails Cameron in Judicial Nomination Race

Port There reports A N Wilcox of Paulding county visiting Williams county as a candidate for the judicial nomination. He observed Cameron footprints across the district and, while hopeful to gain support, remains in the race until the convention decides.

A.N. Wilcox Paulding County Williams County Bryan Democrat Wilcox J. P. Cameron Cameron Mr. Wilcox Paulding

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Roosevelt and Tillman Cheney Albert Bertie Conwright American Melody Compaz Blue Valley Creamery Co Clinton St Chicago, Ill P.O Wabash Boston Crae Belle H. P. Miller Frank Mulholland Defiance Home Saving & Loan Association Crosby House C. B. Squire Sec’y Defiance County Ohio Stoning Brunersburg Road Noble Township Chas Behringer O. Welker J. W. Miller Board of Commissioners Defiance Board of Education Washington Township Johnn W. Garber Ney P. C Elnathan Corey Corey Geo. D. Edgar Court of Common Pleas George D. Edgar Win & Hay Plaintiff R. W. Wortman Lewis Block DEFIANCE IRON @ STEEL CO D. Lieberthal, Mer Perry St N. W. Bell John W. Davis Defiance, Ohio Wayne Street R. R. Parcher Clinton Street Defiance High School Hicksville High School Patterson Hicksville D. M. Whetston Hopkins Street Engi Neers Ulice Chas. Behringer, Co. Welker J.W. Miller Defiance, O Standard Oil Company
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