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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1905
Page
4
The Sandusky Kezieter notes Democrats lack a clear stance on Mr Pattison and the Brannock bill. They reportedly rely on George B Cox and boss rule in Hamilton County politics and avoid revealing Governor Herrick's temperance position or potential actions by a Democratic legislature if elected.
J A Dobie a prominent Auglaize county farmer and farmer's institute lecturer releases a signed letter denying a News Bee report that he opposed Governor Herrick. He asserts support for Herrick and urges publication of the letter to counter the article's claim.
J H Van Arnum a leading clover seed man in the United States died at his Toledo home Saturday aged 65. He was among the oldest and most prominent figures in the seed trade.
Benedict Fink born in Switzerland 75 years ago died at Kenton Sunday. He moved to Kenton 67 years ago and became one of its wealthiest citizens.
Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Paterson endorses Brand Whitlock, the Independent candidate for Toledo mayor, signaling a tougher stance against the regular Democratic nominee.
Michael Koesner, a Fort Wayne politician, was killed and Samuel Tilbury fatally crushed Monday night by a train while driving across the Wabash railroad tracks near New Haven.
Several attendees reported thefts at the Pattison gathering in Delphos with Senator Crites noting his watch and pocket book were stolen and others losing valuables.
James A Garfield Hipple of Ansonia was jailed after an early attempt to dynamite the Grand reservoir bulkhead. Three weeks later he was released when grand jury testimony produced insufficient evidence for conviction.
Miss Gertrude Searfoss of Power Sandusky removed a lid from boiling water causing steam to burn her face. The scalding injury peeled skin and threatened sight and life as doctors fought to save her.
Theo D Robb was nominated for mayor Clem D Baxter for treasurer J W Roby for solicitor I Cramer for president of the council D W Bell M Haller and Wm Wilson for the board of public service I C Dalzell for constable in last night’s Lima primary race.
Hazel Heath and Miss Mae East of Elida sustained serious injuries after a runaway near a Lima bridge. The vehicle overturned, Heath trapped beneath debris and dragged about two hundred feet. Heath suffered multiple bone fractures and internal injuries.
The Zion's English Lutheran church board will award the construction contract for a new church on the Fifth and Division streets triangle opposite the Wabash depot. Architect J I Hale designed a 300-seat, modern brick and stone building with a 50 foot tower and Sunday school room. Lowest bid J C Barber at 6371 dollars, with others up to 7150 dollars. final award depends on bid, as fundraising since formation two years ago culminates in this step. The site is two blocks from Clinton street on a streetcar line, aiming to roof the structure before winter.
Farmer Paul Richardson and Sun dayed in Mishwalk Indiana John Donley and son Gale drove to Bryan Tuesday Mrs Thoure visits daughter Nelle in Seseks Louis Lord sold a horse to Sherwood parties for 200 Fred Bryan visiting here Lester Stone delivered hogs to New Saturday C Lord home from tras City Sunday William Yeagley built a new front porch Quite a number of farmer people attended Lost Creek Presbyterian church Sunday night Rev Kelley preached on the circuit We are pleased to have him for another year T PSS convention at Lost Creek Presbyterian church Saturday afternoon and evening Oct 14.
Philadelphia defeated New York 3 to 0 on Tuesday to take the early lead in the World Series. Pitcher Jim Smith earned the shutout as the Phillies stopped the Giants.
The Rev EG Brumbaugh, pastor of the ME church at Patterson, died Monday from typhoid fever contracted at the recent conference in Fremont.
Mrs. Abbey McGillicuddy aged 70 reached for a pail of water at her Toledo home Friday when she lost balance and fell into a cistern, resulting in her death.
Seven year old Irene Tatlinger of Lima set fire to her clothing while showing playmates how to strike matches. Her clothes burned severely and physicians fear she will die as rescue reached her.
A four year old daughter of Henry Leonard died and another child is ill with diphtheria in Ducat a small village south of Bowling Green. Precautions are being taken to contain the disease.
Dr C M Shanley formerly of North Dakota died at his Bayou Barataria plantation home from yellow fever relapse. He served in Louisiana fighting the outbreak by day and night using his steam launch to aid authorities. A Mason, he will be buried with high Masonic honors at the temple.
Noble Smith Bros baled hay for John Hiler and C E Sloppy last week. Scott Figiey and family spent Sunday with his father in Tiffip cownship. Henry Aspacher and wife left last week for a visit to Kansas. Mrs Irank NSpeiser and daughter June of Defiance visited her mother Mrs Koons. TB Goddard spent Monday in Richland township. Albert Elliott bought a fine Shropshire lamb of F A Goddard last week. Mrs B H Clemmons convalesces. I A Goddard was in Evansport Tuesday. Mr Mattox of Bryan was in these parts Tuesday. Nellie Goddard left for Sherwood Tuesday for a few weeks.
Mrs Charles Keeb of Antwerp visited sister Mrs James Christy over the weekend. John Linebrink sale on Friday drew a good crowd. Louis Linebrink hosts Payne visitors. Golden wedding of Rev and Mrs Roberts of Defiance drew many locals. Shilmaker family moved to Paulding county. Sollagle moved to a new home. John L Ferris and daughter Evelyn visited Charles Peterson. Frank of West Unity and Wade Rethmel families guests Sunday. Warfield was seen on the streets Monday. Ben Stock and Henry Miller helped a brother near Jewell harvesting beets. Edgar Robert and wife moved to new house. Albert Webber adding to his house. Jacob Gates building a cellar. Stock improving slowly. W Kellermier and daughters Myrtle and Ethel visited Will Keister’s Sunday.
B D Lintz builds cement sidewalks at home. Republicans caucus elects candidates. Weber family visit to Toledo via streetcar. Canning factory runs at full blast. Ed Kible opens a saloon in Hotel building at Beers. Vollmer plans house addition for son Gottleib. Sam Clodfelter and Minnie Lease visit Dr War. A I Whitcomb suffers second paralysis stroke. Mrs John Campbell to stay with Lind Doll. Ney and Alberton play ball. Ney wins. Cynthia and Anna Larah travel to Cleveland for health reasons. Mead Hopkins leaves blacksmithing to work as fireman on B and O railroad.
Reverend Roberts will preach at Independence at 10 30 a m and at Brunersburg at 2 30 p m on Sunday. Additional service scheduled for Sunday Oct 15 at St John s MFE church Tiffin oghoam Rural Chapel at 2 30 p m.
Canton Repository lauds Governor Herrick for a clean able tenure and suggests his reelection will add to a strong record and businesslike method in state government.
The Evans port M E Sunday school reports 1905 third quarter with 160 enrolled and 108 average attendance. Officers and teachers listed with attendance counts. treasury shows balance and expenditures. Also included is the Farmer Township Sunday School Association semi annual convention schedule for Lost Creek church on Oct 14 with sessions, reports, and officers. News notes include September treasurer’s report and corrections, calls for broader Sunday school work and reader participation.
A series of property transfers are recorded including Bokop and Seibel to Adolph Blanke for lot 12 in Pleasant Home Defiance, Charles Starkes to Hannah Jaynes and Mary Skiver for lot 11 East View, Bert W Gingery to Myrtle Fish for lot 5 Enterprise in Hicksville, George Frank to Henry Caressel on 4a in Adams, Oliver Hanna to Estella eigier on 20a in Washington, G Kopp sheriff to Ric Ryan Co in Hicksville, William Witte to Theodore Joost for 40a in Mark, Moses Horn to Sarah M Haver two lots in Miller's addition Sherwood, John Needa to John M Koch 43.95a in Noble township, EFE Hall auditor to Sanford Durham 0.5a in Richland, John W Myers to John B Myers part lot 28 Ayersville. totals 550 1000 350 300 10.
From reports received Wednesday by the board of state charities for nine months ending Aug 15 1905 Ohio's 18 institutions show lower operating costs per capita at 126.82 compared to 130.59 in 1904. Eight hospitals cut by 4.81, penal and reformatory by 6.95. ten institutions reduced 6.54 to 16.84 per capita while average inmates number 17791, up 919. Maintenance totals 2256310.70 with 649755.67 spent on new buildings and repairs. subsistence cost averaged 14.1 cents daily.
Senator Foraker and President Roosevelt are aligned on curing rail evils through Reform. Both seek the same end though via different routes and expect earnest efforts to pass needed legislation. Foraker dismisses talk of a break and says the speech at Bellefontaine speaks for itself.
The Athens Messenger defends its Republican stance, arguing party loyalty over personal preference after nominates someone. It criticizes Pattison’s temperance stance and links Democratic support to horse racing and gambling interests, urging unity for party principles. The text also notes local social events and visits among residents.
The line suggests a soft heart offers safer guidance than a boastful bard, valuing kindness over flamboyant storytelling. It frames gentleness as a practical compass for conduct.
Pittsburg October reports Cunliffe a money clerk suspected of stealing 101000 from Adams Express. He signed for a 200000 package for a Cincinnati bank and vanished Monday. Police investigate missing 1000 plus the large sum as his family, including four children, is left under care.
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