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Defiance Weekly Express

Location

Defiance, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 04, 1904

Page

3

Postoffice Inspector Recalls Old Fort Defiance Letter

John Storck of the city library board directs attention to Old Fort Defiance. H. Kelly, postoffice inspector for the Government and archaeology expert, replies urging precise fort measurements, plan and lithographs for a treatise, and funds toward preservation and future care.

John Storck Library Board Old Fort Defiance H. Kelly New York Kelly America Defiance Stock Slocum Anthony

Defiance County Teachers Institute at Sherwood

The Defiance county quarterly teachers institute at Sherwood Saturday offered insights on education in Ohio, disease germs, and Hawaiian Islands experiences. Local educators Supt Mitchell, RS Ervin, and several teachers shared talks and round table ideas, with attendees from Defiance city and nearby communities.

Defiance County Quarterly Teachers’ Institute Sherwood J J Burns Ohio Supt Beck Hicksville Miss Gilliam Hawaiian Islands Supt Mitchell RS Ervin Misses Heater Weathafer Gleason Augusta Higgins Lara Higgins Wells Fouke Dunn Morris Rowe Sheridan Lenhart Benson Smith Snyder Deatrick Sauber Kesselmyer Richardson Arning Snider

Veterans Organize Spanish War Vets Post in Wayne County

A meeting at Memorial hall established plans for a local United Spanish War Veterans post named Wayne Post. A committee including Syl Garver Webb Woods and Harry Whitney will arrange a hall and details. The group expects many local veterans to join once the post is known. Also noted were election booth purchases, judges and clerks for Ney Hicksville and Defiance townships, and various civic notices amid family events and church activities.

Memorial Hall Syl Garver Webb Woods Harry Whitney Wayne Post

National Encampment Planned for Defiance

The state encampment of the Union Veterans and Woman's Veteran Relief Union ended at Springfield Friday with Gen. D W Gould of Chelsea and Mrs Ella Craft of Rochester as installing officers. They announced next August's national encampment will be in Defiance, amid protests from Defiance delegates over hosting both conventions. New officers were installed for UVU and WVRU, with Defiance figures prominent in leadership posts and Mrs Craft presiding.

Union Veterans’ Union Woman’s Veteran Relief Union Springfield D W Gould Chelsea Mays UV U; RS Defiance Department WRC Veterans’ Union E T Ridenour Peter Dickman T W Connelly Manchester Wm Myers David Leadbetter Hillsboro H P Bradbury CG Robinson Mattie T Gleason Eliza Myers Lima Sophia Mills Stavra Brown Sarah Hdwards Myra T Britton Coral Mollencup Hester Robinson Louise Emmick Mary Moore Mra Cochran Amelia Joan Addie Kelly Ella Craft Rochester WVRU

A SAD DEATH OF MRS DANIEL MCKNIGHT REMEMBERED

The death of Mrs. Daniel McKnight followed an operation at Maplewood hospital. Maiden name Habana Maud Tracy born Oct 25 1868 in Paulding county. She married Daniel McKnight April 16 1899 and had no children. Survived by two sisters and five brothers. Presbyterian church member described as lovable and conscientious.

Daniel McKnight Maplewood Hospital Habana Maud Tracy Ira Tracey Paulding County

Reasons Why The College Faculty Held A Series Of Talks

The college faculty arranged an engaging talk series beginning Friday morning. Judge FL Hay spoke on why he supports the Republican ticket, delivering polished, logical remarks that impressed listeners. Hay, a consistent and pleasing speaker, highlighted many important issues with clear force.

FL Hay Hay

Local Socials and Obituary Notes Across Town

Benj Myers and Emma Wolf hosted a Whist gathering in Jackson Street with about twenty ladies. Mrs Tyler won the prize for the highest score as a luncheon followed. A new bell for St Marys church will be dedicated by Rt Rev Mgr Thorpe in Cleveland with Bishop Horstman absent. Polk Elliott’s condition after last week’s assault is satisfactory with wounds healing well. The funeral for Mrs Daniel McKnight was held at the Presbyterian church and Riverside cemetery. Rev B W Slagle officiated as pallbearers Dr G D Edgar Dr B J Emery R W Wortman LL Canfield F L Hay and John Beal served.

C E Chenevert Jackson Street Thos. Bentley Wm Tyler Toledo St Marys Church Peter Mangas Mgr Thorpe Cleveland Horstman Polk Elliott Elliott Daniel McKnight Presbyterian Church Riverside Cemetery B W Slagle G D Edgar BJ Emery R W Wortman LL Canfield F Lj, Hay John Beal

Severe rail accident at B and O depot injures John Haymier

John Haymier recently released from Toledo workhouse was intoxicated at the B&O depot. He attempted to board an eastbound freight, had his right foot crushed, toes, heel and instep broken, skin torn, and a leg bone fractured. Surgeons amputated his foot about three inches above the ankle at his brother Fred Haymier’s home. The Democratic press targets Milford resident Jacob Weber amid campaign coverage.

John Haymier Squire Costello Toledo B& O Fred Haymier B&o

Royal Baking Powder Ad Promises Healthful Cakes

Good Health to the Children stresses careful feeding and declares that pure baking powder is essential for wholesome, tasty foods. It lauds Royal Baking Powder as indispensable for lightness, sweetness, and flavor in cake, biscuit, doughnuts, and crusts, claiming it makes food wholesome for all ages.

East Mark Union Sunday School Disbands After October Report

The East Mark Union Sunday School closes with $10 in treasury to aid county and state work. Superintendent Mrs Etchie's move led to the shutdown, though the group urges unity and continued prayer. Treasurer Mrs S M Haver thanks contributors and hopes for future renewal in the county. The Farmer Township convention is reported as successful with focuses on rally day, cradle roll, and better teaching.

Suerwoop D. Dear Treasury East Mark Union Etehi Ayersville ME S K Phillips D Jordan Noble Township P M Richardson Farmer Union East Mark Union Sunday School Etchie S M Haver Farmer ‘Township Farmer PN Richardson JS Altman Sherwood Clyde Snider Emma Stock

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