Local Business Notes and Community Notices
Miss Josephine Moran is on the sick list. Dey Ayers offers loans at 5 percent. A W King & Son showcase overcoats for young men at affordable prices. Dr. Davis promotes a hot air rheumatism treatment. George Widmer moves back to the city to run a pool room with his mother, Mrs John Widmer. Wesley N. Clay of Hicksville marries Miss Pearl M. Bereaw of The Bend. The TEC club meets at Miss Helen McCullough’s home with needlework and luncheon. Arthur T Smith and Miss Matilda Cromley wed at the bride’s father’s home with a reception. The annual police ball is enjoyed and profitable. Miss Grace Hopper hosts a gathering for Miss Gayle Wickwire with prizes. Rev F E Lahr resigns from the Reformed church effective year end. Eva Marguerite Schatz dies at 74. funeral at St John’s Lutheran. The Schatz family extends thanks for support and flowers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eva Marguerite Schatz
Matthias Schatz
Jackson Street
Oberweisenbauch
Germany
America
St John’s Lutheran Church
Rey Reiss
Fourteen Words? (Not Provide)
For Sale 40 acres four miles south of Paulding with good soil tiling and cultivation. Buildings fruit and well water. Small down payment and long terms on the balance. CW Butler Defiance Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paulding
Local Residents Visit and Travel Notes Tuesday to Sunday
Mrs Alce Hall and daughter traveled by transport Tuesday. Mr Behringer from Defiance visited in his automobile. Mrs Martha Warfield and children from Lockport spent the past week with her parents Mr and Mrs Jas Figley. Eric Keoppe and Mr Hall were at New Friday. Mr Shuter and Carl Spangler from Havansport visited Friday. Mionie Fianna visited Mrs Alice Hall. Wes Kerns and wife from Ney spent Thursday on their farm here. Delia Keappe and children from Glenburg visited Mrs Laura Keappe Saturday. Mrs J O Wissler drove to Defiance Wednesday. Bert Dunbar and wife from North Richland visited Mr and Mrs Eric Keeppe Sunday. Quite a number from here were in Defiance Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alce Hall
Stransport
Behringer
Defiance
Martha Warfield
Lockport
Jas Figley
Eric Keoppe
Mr Hall
New Friday
Mr Shuter
Carl Spangler
Havansport
Mionie Fianna
Alice Hall
Wes Kerns
Ney
Delia Keappe
Glenburg
Laura Keappe
J O Wissler
Bert Dunbar
North Richland
Wntf
Eric Keeppe
Autumn party at Miss Nellie Ruckman home
A November 3 autumn party hosted by Miss Nellie Ruckman ran from 7 30 to 11 30 p m with games and a two course supper. Attendees included Nellie Goddard Mildred Kuhl Carrie Henderson Besse Miller Kate Ross Fairy Kyle and others from Paulding and nearby areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vena Duston
Gillem
Defiance
W Renz
Perry Rock
Wm Rock
HG Rock, Jr
Martin
Openlander
Chicago
ME Aid Society
Amos Rackman
Frank Wiesel
Adam
Lon Minsel
Amos Ruckman
Emmett
Zeno Miller
Ai H Fleck
Nellie Ruckman
Andrey Dickey
Mabel Rock
Pearl Shook
Bivy Renz
Besse Miller
Bertha Bailey
Nellie Goddard
Fairy Kyle
Paulding
Kate Ross
Mildred Ku
Neighborhood Notes and School Life in Washington Township
Local items recount visits among Goshin Cummings families and neighbors, church repair plans, corn husking at S Stock, and a large Hopewell party. Washington Township Schools receive praise for Supt Hagg and teachers Miss Leorah Dreher and Miss Fanty Motter, with a reading circle and centralized efforts noted. The narrative shifts to a village tale of aunt Mary, Jean, Rob Hymes, and the planned Clayton Hymes party as social drama unfolds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Township
Supt
Hagg
Leorah Dreher
Fanty Motter
Stailey
Ura
Coy
Boestater
Yarlot
Spitler
Haynes
Hegy
Hagy
Rob
Jean
Squire John Bascom
Honey Hymes
Divine Providence
Claytons
Elsie Clayton
Mary
Robby
Ben Lloyd
Ben
Hymes
Hopewell
Local Socials and a Farm Accident in Washington Township
In Bryan and surrounding areas residents gathered for visits and social events with families including Strusaker, Dreher, and Kerns. A serious incident occurred when James Garber lost his left arm at a farm after a corn shredder accident on C W Kerns' property. Teachers met at the high school to discuss a vote on women’s suffrage with Hagg and Stailey supporting the affirmative and Dreher and Yarlot negative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Geller
Dale Dennis
Nettie Benner
Blanche Barber
Bryan
Lehman
Edna Strusaker
Strusaker
Dreher
Wm Lantz
Homer
Sherwood
Reynolds, Hartshorn
Yarlott
Sister Grace
Ota Kerns
A J Yarlott
Neiswender
Io Bryan James Garber
W Kerns
Local Agricultural Trades and Social Visits Reported
Fil Krotz buys valuable sheep from David Grant while W Mansfield sells veals to Krotz and others trade livestock. Au R Watson and Goyd pur chase cattle. Jockeys pass through town on way to Defiance. Train derails on C I L M railroad. Relapse illness of W V Mansfield’s son. Mrs Elsie Shirley of Melrose visits relatives. Grant shredded corn last Saturday. Surprise party at Miss Alice Schubert’s 26th birthday. Donalson family reunion at Wm Hale home with multiple relatives. John Little and others travel through town. Mansfield buys sheep from Grandpa Doenges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W V Mansfield
Elsie Shirley
Melrose
David Grant
Alice Schubert
Desota van Vlerah
Nellie
Defiance
Donalson
Wm Hale
Owen Donaldson
John Donaldson
Aaron Donaldson
Will Donaldson
Asa Donaldson
M Skiver
John Little
W Mansfield
Killing Crocodiles
An ex-resident of India notes two methods to kill crocodiles. The preferred method uses a baited hook, rope, and chained lines, allowing several hunters to haul and dispatch the animal with spears. He recalls enormous crocodiles with stone and trinket-filled maws, including a notably large snubnose with six women's rings in its belly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
The Quiet Chair Confession Turns Jack
In a season of worn velvet and slow conversations a couple share evenings side by side. A final knock brings the chance to reveal their secret as Kate proposes a fib to avoid callers while Jack finally yields to the lingering question.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Papa
Summertide
Jack
Our Facilities on Piano Discounts and Prices
The ad explains large cash orders enable discounts and claims new pianos can be sold under 200 dollars without quality loss. It notes 275 to 300 dollars is the usual price for similar grade pianos when factory prices are paid.
Piano Advertising Prospectus from Whitney and Currier Co
The Whitney & Currier Co of Toledo Ohio invites potential buyers to open correspondence about piano purchases within a few years. They offer education on the piano question and assure full warranty on every piano sold. They refer interested customers to local banks or merchants in Toledo. A. W. Fuller is listed as manager in Defiance Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toledo
Whitney & Currier CO
Madison Avenue
Ohio
A. W. Fuller
Mer
Clinton St
Defiance
A Will and a Way by Martha McCulloch-Will
A 1904 copyright note credits Martha McCulloch-Will for A Will and a Way. The line indicates who holds the rights and the year of publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha McCulloch- Will
Major Hymes Demands Jean Bascom for Marriage
Major Hymes awakens desolate and lashes at Rob over Jean Bascom. He forces Rob to marry to please him, threatening his will. The Major and Rob ride to the Bascom place to seek Jean’s verdict, while Squire Bascom gently deflects the demand and suggests the daughter speak for herself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hymes
Rob
Jean Bascom
Clayton
Bascom
Elsie Clayton
Jimmy Jackson
Ben Lloyd
Jean
Major Hymes
John Bascom
Squire Bascom
Lincoln Tower Dedication Honors Lincoln at Surrey Chapel
The Christchurch tower at Surrey Chapel in Westminster road, cost over £62,000, is dedicated to Abraham Lincoln. The tower, inaugurated July 4 1876 by Sir Thomas Buxton, was funded by English and American supporters and marks abolition of slavery. The inscription proclaims international brotherhood and praise to God.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Christchurch
Westminster Road
Rowland Hill
Surrey Chapel
Newman Hall
Dr. Hall
Abraham Lincoln
United States
Lincoln Tower
Thomas Fowell Buxton Bart
Ll.b
Costly fishes from China charm collectors
The London Mail reports that the brush tail goldfish, the rarest and costliest fish, comes from China. Specimens have sold for up to £140, with European prices between £50 and £100. The fish is so small a half crown covers it, yet it commands immense value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Europe
London Mail
Comparing Notes from Mrs. Apollo and Friends
A light exchange recalls remarks about a cook's refined appearance and claimed college affiliations. Mrs. Brooks says the cook is a Vassar graduate while Mrs. Cunningham notes a Wellesley connection. Mrs. Devine mentions prior work at both colleges and hints she once cooked there.
Notice of Bond Sale in Defiance Ohio
The city of Defiance Ohio invites sealed proposals by the mayor and auditor for the purchase of nine refunding bonds of $1000 each to fund city debts. Bonds dated 1891 1892 1893 1897 total 9000, bear 4.44 percent interest, payable at First National Bank New York. Proposals due December 12 1904, include 2 percent bid guaranty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defiance
Ohio
Clinton Street
Fifth
Williams Street
Arabella
Wayne Streets
Hopkins
Jefferson
Fifth Streets
First National Bank of
City of New York
State of New York
Bank
U.t
City of Defiance
City of
MO. P. Cameron
K. W. Heerdegen
Local Visits and a Newborn in Michigan and New York
Farmer Mrs James Weldon of Coldwater Michigan visited her parents here last week. Mr and Mrs Geo Martin hosted Benton Sweet and family who have returned to Petoskey Michigan. Mrs Jeremiah Lord and Libbie Crossland drove to Bryan Wednesday. Stella Fredericks and daughters return to New York City after visiting Richard Richardson. A daughter was born November 5 to Mr and Mrs Clark Rice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Weldon
Coldwater
Mich
Geo Martin
Benton Sweet
Farmer
Petosky
Jeremiah Lord
Libbie Crossland
Bryan
Stella Fredericks
Richard Richardson
New York City
Clark Rice
Local Notices From Defiance Area This Week
S E Sanford and family spent Sunday in Defiance. Acus hosted guests Sunday. Herzer visited F A Goddard. Liash of Paulding county bought a Shropshire sheep from F A Goddard. Joe Mack baled hay for Joe Kahl. A Goddard called on Chas Newton. Mrs Elizabeth Haller is ill. William Harding to winter with Mrs Haller. Stella Goddard finished the fall term in Webb district. Frank Sanford to begin college this term. Helen Krotz of Defiance to teach Buckskin school this winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S E Sanford
Acus
Herzer
F A Goddard
Liash
Paulding County
Shropshire
Joe Mack
Joe Kahl
Goddard
Chas Newton
Elizabeth Haller
Wm Harding
Haller
Stella Goddard
Webb
Ert Sanford
Helen Krotz
Defiance
Buckskin
Local residents visit at Defiance home
Defiance residents welcomed guests Tuesday including Mrs Calvin Shumaker Hazel Shumaker Clara Mains and Lemuel Mains. Ney visitors Hartshorn and Mrs Jennie Reynolds along with others called Thursday. Defiance area couples and friends toured and called on Sunday and Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calvin Shumaker
Hazel Shumaker
Clara Mains
Lemuel Mains
Defiance
Hartshorn
Jennie Reynolds
Wm Strusaker
H E Dreher
Harold
Ney
H C Waren
Willie Gillingham
Napoleon
Frank Walters
Bryan
Tom Cavanaugh
Mabelle
J A Parent
Helen Parent
Delaware Township
H Moninoger
Sherwood
David Michael
Hicksville
Ella Vaughn
A F Miller
G W Jatho
Sunday Divine Services At St Johns Reformed Church
St John s Reformed Church Cor Fourth and Washington Sts Rev F E Lahr pastor divine services next Sunday Nov 13 with Sunday school 9 am sermon 10 am Sunday school at Sherwood 2 pm German sermon 2 30 pm each congregation to hold brief meetings afterward all members urged to attend and all are invited to worship with us
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St John’s Reformed Church
Cor Fourth
Washington Sts
F E Lahr
Serman
Sherwood
Also Mentioned on This Page
Woodwards
Josephine Moran
Dey Ayers
King & Son
Dr. Davis
George Widmer
Holgate
John Widmer
the Bend
Defiance County
Wesley N. Clay
Pearl M. Bereaw
Nov
Rev. N . Clay
W King & Son
J Tec Club
Helen McCullough
Arthur T Smith
Matilda Cromley
Rev. Roberts
Grace Hopper
Francis Street
Gayle Wickwire
Clyde
Grace Morris
Bess Welch
Bess Wells
Karl Seibert
Inez Tribbey
Grace Himes
Myrtle Hickey
The
Reformed Church
Rev Lahri
Rev Lahr
CW Butler
Yingling
Jack Frost
Frost King
Frost
Jennings
Brooksville
Miss Lehman
Childrens
Ostrich Feather Department
East Second Street
Fred Goshin
Harry Cummings
Elmer Miller
A H Fleck
Karl Henderson
Bert Dicker
Frank Greutman
Curt Haver
Ed Trubey
Melbourne Miller
B H
Emma Kellermier
Wm Keister Snonday
Wm Peterson
H M Bechele
S Stock
Mary Gates
Bertha Stever
Daisy Lehman
Anna
Erva
S& F Stock
Arthur Tittle
North Dakota
Stock
Eva Tittle
Edward Stock
Angola
Ind
State College
Ka Tittle
Fay Rethmel
Clara Sharp
Mallett
Gates Suanday
John Sharp
Kidgerton
Washington Township Schools
Aunt Mary
John
Rob Hume
Rob Hymes
Mother
Harley & Whitaker’s
Nate
AGRES
Jefferson Street
Lincoln and
London
St. Nicholas
Rexall
Weisenberger & Emery
Children’s Home
David Hill
H. H. Mollencup
Defiance, Ohio
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