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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1906
Page
1
Prosecuting Attorney Openlander states belief that the county treasurer may extend the time of payment of taxes for 30 days as before. The opinion was presented to County Treasurer Hart amid discussion on the new salary law and its impact on tax deadline authority.
Northwestern Telephone Co. girl operators hosted by Miss Ravelle Dupont on Perry street. Miss Jane O'Hern entertained twenty young people on Union street October 3. Mrs. J. Henstler hosted ladies on East Second street October 31. A legal notice discusses county tax collection timing and penalties. Openlander signs no change to tax laws. payment extensions discussed. Openlander also notes October 31 weddings and several Halloween gatherings at city halls, homes on Holgate and Wayne streets, and Memorial Hall with dancing, cards, and prizes. The article lists participants, hosts, and festivities.
Defiance overpower Hicksville 30 to 0 as Switzer and Wilhelm spark the scoring. Hicksville offense stalls except for a few quarterback kicks and a lone second-half safety, with Hockman and Engel contributing on defense and at goal.
A large blaze in Leipsic on Wednesday evening gutted the Townsend Opera House block after Japanese lanterns were left burning at a Halloween social. The fire, starting at 6:30 in the Knights of Pythias lodge room, consumed Isaac Levison clothing, Comp ton bowling, John Hyde law offices, W H Millee insurance, the Knights hall, the Townsend opera house, and the Bazaar department store. Estimated loss nears 100000 with partial insurance. the downtown block faced total destruction and briefly threatened the city.
Uncalled letters at the Defiance post office include F. M. Goller J. R. Miller J. H. Miller L. A. Potter E. J. Smith C. H. Wright Mrs Lettie Castle Miss Mary Croal Mrs Alva O Neal Mrs Chas Shuck Mrs Thos Smith If not claimed within 14 days they will be sent to the dead letter office Advertised please mention date of list.
A misguided Halloween prank set the old Marshall factory at Clinton Street above the B and O railroad ablaze on Wednesday night. Firefighters arrived after a 10 50 PM alarm to find a small hole in the weatherboard and debris around the cider press area. Incendiary origin is suspected, with a boy reporting the fire and then fleeing. no suspects named. The factory has not operated for years.
On Halloween evening Defiance saw youths roaming the streets, some tossing produce at homes and wrecking property. In East Defiance a large group damaged fences and outbuildings, with Chief Hubbard naming suspects and warning prosecutions if repairs are not made. A stone struck a plate glass window at George Kirk’s Harrison Street residence, with strong suspicions on the responsible party.
Northeastern Ohio Pythian circles anticipate a notable joint meeting of the Fourth and Fifth District K of P lodges in Van Wert on Friday November 9. Delegations from W S Hancock lodge will attend with an afternoon program featuring music addresses exemplification of the Unwritten Work and district reports. Evening events include a grand illuminated parade led by Heistands Band opera house music and several speeches including Grand Chancellor O M Bake Brig S Young Walter B Ritchie and William Beatty plus a page rank conferral and social lunch in Castle hall.
Fred Whiteford pleads not guilty to assault and battery and awaits trial later this month. Edward Brady pleads guilty and receives 60 days in the Toledo workhouse plus a $25 fine and costs. Martin Baker pleads not guilty to grand larceny and will stand trial. Barney Ossage, Will Tittle, and Mrs M C Ellis appear in brief items. Police investigate a Halloween fire at the old Marshall factory. Charles F. Clemmons funeral services held with Knights Templar pallbearers. Toledo and Indiana rail extension surveys progress with possible Delta to Defiance line and Bryan Waterloo extension under consideration depending on local support.
The suit seeks 2000 damages from Charles Clemie Dupont and the guardians of four year old Ray Kohrn after a local dog attacked him on Perry Street. The petition alleges the dog was known to be vicious and caused facial injuries requiring cauterization for hydrophobia risk. The court action also seeks the dog’s death to prevent further attacks. Harris Cameron represents the plaintiffs as attorneys.
While hunting on Saturday 16 year old Vero Kuiss shot his left foot loading a target rifle. He received medical care from Dr. Davis after the bullet was located and removed. In a sheriff sale the Junction House sold to Christ Diehl Brewing Co. for 2335 to satisfy a 2115 claim from Delphos Saving and Loan Association. the building now houses Ed Company with a saloon restaurant and lodging.
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