Jurors Drawn for November Term Court
The fall term will convene on November 9. Grand jurors include E F Crawford-Farmer C W Lauster-First ward C J Moats-Delaware L Gackel Richland John Kinzer-Washington Michael Garber-Washington J H Schatz-Defiance Peter Kettenring-Second ward G B Hootman Milford F A Goddard-Noble W G Lehman-First ward John Keener-Hicksville township Henry Ort-Richland John G Abele-Fourth ward J E Cairnes-Hicksville township Barnhard Ball-Washington W G Jarvis-Second ward 8S M Shirley-Defiance town. Petit jurors include John A Foust-First ward John Getrost-Hicksville August Kehnast-Noble Geo Weber-Washington Benedict Brickman-Third J G Openlander-Delaware Geo E Troeger-Highland A B Davis-First ward Chas Ensign-First ward Lake E Ralston-Third Josiah McElroy-First ward John Shaffer-Hicksville town August Martin-First ward Edward Kusian-Highland J H Robertson-Tiffin.
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E. F. Crawford
Farmer
C. W. Lauster
First Ward
C. J. Moats
Delaware
L. Gackel
Richland
John Kinzer
Washington
Michael Garber
J. H. Schatz
Defiance
Peter Kettenring
Second Ward
G. B. Hootman
Milford
F. A. Goddard
Noble
W. G. Lehman
John Keener
Hicksville
Henry Ort
John G. Abele
J. E. Cairnes
Barnhard Ball
W. G. Jarvis
M. Shirley
Defiance Township
John A. Foust
John Getrost
August Kehnast—Noble
Geo. Weber
Benedict Brickman
J. G. Openlander
Geo. E. Troeger
Highland
A. B. Davis
Chas Ensign
Lake E. Ralston
Josiah McElroy
John Shaffer
August Martin
Edward Kusian
J. H. Robertson
Tiffin
Wabash Route Advertises Via Hocking Valley Line
Lancaster, Logan, Athens, Wellston, Jackson, Gallipolis, Middleport and Pomeroy plus Central and Southern Ohio points are reachable via Toledo or Fostoria and the Hocking Valley. New Pullman day coaches and palace parlor cars enhance comfort on the line. Contact Wabash or B&O agents to route tickets through the Hocking Valley.
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Lancaster
Logan
Athens
Wellston Jackson
Gallipolis
Middleport
Pomeroy
Central
Ohio
Toledo
Fostoria
Hocking Valley
Pullman Co
Wabash
Aeng Valley
Net Blast Stove Best Stoves at Reasonable Prices
Advertisement notes best stoves at reasonable prices with a call to visit or contact for details.
Hay Announces Gets There Campaign for Election Support
Local candidate Hay launches a gets there campaign urging voters to back his bid. The effort emphasizes progress and outreach across communities to secure electoral victory.
No Mr Welker Troubles Countywide Sweep
The note says not to worry about Mr Welker as he is sweeping the county like a brush fire. It conveys a strong image of rapid, large scale activity by a single figure across the region.
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Mr Welker
Bank Busts Leave Delaware Township In Debt
Wen Mr. Kehnast's bank busts Delaware township, leaving it stuck for 750 dollars. The incident centers on financial trouble tied to the failed bank actions. Local officials face repayments and governance questions as a result.
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Wen
Campaign Heats Up As Miller Begins Using Megaphone
HP Miller launches loud campaign push using a megaphone, signaling intensified outreach and public engagement ahead of an election. The move draws attention from supporters and critics as organizers plan further rallies and statements.
European travel spared for hardest Savin g Bank failure victims
The men reportedly hit hardest by the savings bank collapse have not taken trips to Europe. This detail highlights who remains affected and who seems unaffected by the financial setback.
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Savings Bank
Europe
Local notes and notices from town and region
Frederick A. Binzer and Eva Amelia Neer have been licensed to wed. Geo Willaburg returns home from Sand Stone Minnesota with Master Harry Lewis to spend winter with grandparents. Harry Kloffenstein to Goshen for sewer contract then plans to move back with his family. Reuben Ames visits Okolona and Frank Hughes, jailed for horse stealing, allegedly stole a child’s bank and revolver. An attempted divorce scheme against an Adams township man fails. The 13th annual state conference of charities and correction will be at Akron October 27-29, 1903 with reduced railroad rates and program on care of dependent and delinquent classes.
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Geo. Willaburg
Sand Stone, Minn
Harry Lewis
E. N. Lewis
Harry Kloffenstein
Kloffenstein Bros
Goshen
Mr. Kloffenstein
Reuben Ames
Okolona
Frank Hughes
Conkle
Hughes
Ames
State Conference of Charities and Correction
Akron
H. H. Shirer
Columbus
Ohio
J. E. Hosier Campaign Remarks Foster Support
J. E. Hosier is described as a careful campaigner who makes friends everywhere he goes, urging readers to vote for Hosier.
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J. E. Hosier
Hosier
Milner and Dein Doerfer Endorse Island Park Home Rule Demo
H P Milner and John A Dein Doerfer presented a sample of Democratic home rule at the Island Park convention, outlining local self governance proposals and encouraging party support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H P Milner
John A Deindoerfer
Island Park
Printing laws stay intact as Deindoerfer backs Kehnast
Herr Deindoerfer refuses interference with German printing laws and endorses Mr. Kehnast to reinforce the policy. The move signals continued support within local circles for the incumbent stance and the associated regulatory framework.
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Deindoerfer
Kehnast
Forgetful Spangler Receives Tax Aid for Memory Refresh
The article notes Mr. Spangler was so forgetful about his tax returns that the tax examiner had to assist him in refreshing his memory. This reveals a humorous glimpse into early tax administration and personal accounting challenges.
Historians Urge Votes For Keh Nast Citing Investments
The Crescent News endorses Keh Nast arguing his funding of industries aids labor. Yet the piece notes he lacks power to secure living wages for workers. Billie’s wicked partners cause him ongoing trouble.
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The
Crescent News
Kehnast
Billie
Rumor Claims J B Tennyson’s Bryan Vote Questioned
Rumor surfaces about J B Tennyson not voting for Bryan in a contested election. The claim challenges his political stance and invites scrutiny of his affiliations and motive amid ongoing public debate.
Did Mr Kehnast Vote for W J Bryan
The question asks if Mr Kehnast voted for W J Bryan. The available text presents no verifiable record of his voting choice.
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Mr. Kehnast
W. J. Bryan
Wuo Backs Democratic Gold Ticket Faces Bryan Challenge
Wuo signed a petition supporting a Democratic gold ticket but faced opposition from Bryan. General Deindoerfer may provide an answer to whether the ticket gains support or falters.
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Wuo
Bryan
Deindoerfer
Timber delivery to Mark Hanna set for November 3
The Crescent News notes Helmick seeks timber in Defiance county to be delivered to Mark Hanna on November 3. The paper expresses confidence the delivery will proceed as planned.
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Helmick
Defiance County
Mark Hanna
Crescent News
Ansberry Drops Irish Orators From Fall Speaking List
General Timothy T. Ansberry has removed the gifted Irish orators General T. Farrell and Ed Costello from the upcoming fall speaking schedule. The move is said to be an attempt to conciliate factions within General Deindoerfer's division.
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Timothy T. Ansberry
Gen. T. Farrell
Ed Costello
The Big Green Disease Discovered by W H McClintock
In 1902 W H McClintock P O M diagnosed many cases of a virulent malady described as the Big Green Disease. He also witnessed several cures, some by the 1902 campaign era.
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W. H. McClintock
P.O. M
Crescent News
Election plea praises Mr Tennyson and urges Hosler vote
The message touts Mr Tennyson as a strong candidate for treasurer and warns of a shock on election day, urging voters to cast their ballot for J. E. Hosler.
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Mr. Tennyson
J. E. Hosler
Welker Rated Strong in Washington Township Politics
Orley Welker is described as a square deal man who has repeatedly been elected to office in Washington township, standing against strong Democrats. The notice urges voters to support Welker.
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Orley Welker
Washington Township
Welker
Vote for Hay in Columbus Election Scene
The piece argues against Kehnast’s capability to run a business and questions sending him to Columbus to make laws, urging voters to support Hay.
Kirtley Targeted by Crescent News Editor's Return
The Crescent News editor, after moving to Cleveland last year, backed Mr. Kirtley and then voted for him. Now residents question what William has done since then to merit ongoing abuse and public scrutiny.
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Wo. Kirtley, JR
Crescent-News
Cleveland
Kirtley
William
Rocky Mountain Tea Advertisement Ends Your Long Day
A vintage ad notes Rocky Mountain Tea will blot out fatigue quickly. It claims the product is effective and priced at 35 cents, from Weisenburger and Emery.
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Rocky Mountain Tea
Weisenburger & Emery
Tax Plans Stir as J B Tennyson Faces Back Taxes
Waite the Crescent News notes a long neglected tax issue dating to 1896 involving J B Tennyson and suggests actions to address back taxes. The item emphasizes ongoing scrutiny of historical tax concerns.
City votes to cover bank failure losses for two individuals
Taxpayers agreed to pay several thousand dollars to rescue G. W. Fuller and Peter Schlosser after the savings bank failed. The measure aimed to prevent further losses to the two named individuals and stabilize local finances.
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Savings Bank
G. W. Fuller
Peter Schlosser
Local society notes and public updates
Mrs Chas Miller and daughter Viola of Toledo are visiting friends in the city. Frank Bailey 25 and Mabel B Felton 17 of Mark township have been licensed to wed. Will Robinson had an operation on his right hand Saturday by Drs Powell and Reynolds. Willis A Snider retired as county auditor Monday. succeeded by E E Hall. Mr Snyder praised as one of the county’s best auditors.
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Doctor Pierce
G. Hall
Novar
Ontario
Golden Medical Discovery
Chas. Miller
Viola
Toledo
City
Frank Bailey
Mabel B. Felton
Mark Township
Will Robinson
Willis A Snider
E E Hall
Snyder
Local Notices and Farm Trades From Defiance Area
Mrs. Henry Smith is on the sick list. Daisy Lehman has typhoid fever. Rev S J Colgan called on F A Goddard last week. Thus Reid is having his house raised with Scott Figley doing the work. Peter Koons hauls baled hay to Defiance. F A Goddard has a Shropshire lamb for sale and Poland China hogs. John Sohn hauls tile to Aspacher farm. John Hiler threshed buckwheat Tuesday.
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Henry Smith
Daisy Lehman
S. J. Colgan
F. A. Goddard
Reid
Scott Figley
Peter Koons
Defiance
John Sohn
Aspacher
John Hiler
Marcus Hanna Distinguished Patriot in Political Rhetoric
The writer asks why Marcus Hanna is not celebrated as a paragon of patriotism, noting that Lincoln and McKinley are praised by the press and asserting Hanna’s superior patriotism. The remark targets Democratic voters and critiques mainstream praise of political allies.
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Lincoln
Wm McKinley
Marcus A Hanna
Hanna
Bridge Bonds Vote Sparks Controversy Over City Funding
The passage questions if Kehnast would have approved the fateful resolution and if James Tennyson would have supported paying $52,500 for a bridge before construction, linking the bond issuance to individual votes and funding outcomes.
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Kehnast
James Tennyson
Keanast Targets Annual Vacation Upon Columbus
The piece argues that Mr. Keanast would take his yearly vacation if sent to Columbus and suggests the Defiance county representative to the Ohio legislature should have other aims beyond an annual vacation.
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Keanast
Columbus
Ohio Legislature
Defiance County
Democratic leaders clash over Hay support in Cleveland canvass
Messrs. Kehnast and Tennyson traveled to Cleveland last year to promote the canvass of Wm. Kirtley Jr. Now local Democratic leaders condemn any Democratic talk favoring Hay. The piece questions why Kehnast and Tennyson could back a Republican but rank and file cannot support Hay.
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Messrs
Kehnast
Tennyson
Cleveland
Wm. Kirtley Jr
Hay
Orley Welker Tax Return Mentioned in Township Note
Orley Welker of Washington township files his returns from that area and pays taxes. Returns were made from Tiffin township on lumber with a $3.07 tax. The county treasurer says he forgot to inform Welker, who was unaware of the Tiffin return. Welker is deemed alright. Vote for Welker.
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Orley Welker
Washington Township
Tiffin Township
Welker
Tiffin
Democratic leaders praise Lincoln and Hanna in reflection
The passage notes Democratic leaders once damning Lincoln now praise him as a saint and predicts after Marcus A. Hanna's death there will be many Democratic speakers extolling his alleged adherence to Democratic principles.
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Lincoln
Marcus A. Hanna
Bank mismanagement in Adams Township sparks calls for accountability
Taxpayers funded the bank with 1500 dollars while the law charged W. A. Kehnast as vice president to safeguard depositors. The text questions if Kehnast, allegedly misled by partners, is fit to go to Columbus to make laws.
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Adams Township
W. A. Kehnast
Columbus
Island Park convention leadership faces GOP response
The Island Park gathering led by H. P. Miller and John A. Deindoerfer used aggressive tactics to silence opposition, attacking W. L. Hill, David Hill, and Peter Weigerding. Republicans warn they will not tolerate such bulldozing of any party and urge restraint in county conventions.
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Messrs
H. P. Miller
John A. Deindoerfer
Island Park
Herr Deindoerfer
W. L
David Hill
Peter Weigerding
Messrs. Miller
Deindoerfer
Winn and Hay Defend Coons in Municipal Ownership Debate
The piece notes Hon. John W. Winn and Judge F. L. Hay, longtime municipal league members, recently slated to speak for the Democratic ticket. It questions the timing of their advocacy given past pro ownership stances and their prior work securing a light company franchise. The Crescent News supported municipal ownership previously and now faces critique for backing Winn and Hay as Coons’ attorneys.
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John W. Winn
F. L. Hay
Municipal League
Winn
Coons
Crescent News
Winn & Hay
Questioning Mr Kehnast's fitness to legislate after bank collapse
The speaker questions Kehnast as vice president of a bank about his awareness before the failure. They argue the law requires him to know about the bank and protect depositors, while he claims he was deceived. Is deception a valid excuse for lawmaking duties.
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Kehnast
Columbus
Beware of Mercury in Catarrh Ointments Warned
Public health notice cautions against mercury containing catarrh salves and urges prescriptions from reputable doctors. It promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure by F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio as a safe internal remedy, with testimonials and 75 cent price per bottle.
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Haill
F. J Cheney&Co
Toledo
Ohio
Hall
F. J Cheney & Co
Nickel Plate Line to Northern Michigan and Wisconsin Tickets
Tickets on sale September 15 to November 15 with a 63 day inclusive period. Liberal return limit. See nearest agent for details or address C A Asterlin, T P A, Ft. Wayne, or F L Twning, agent. Fostoria.
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Nickel Plate Road
Michigan
Wisconsin
Asterlin
Ft. Wayne
Fostoria
Wabash Rates Kansas City for American Royal Live Stock Show
Wabash announces tin can return tickets for Kansas City for the American Royal Live Stock Show on sale Oct 16 to 20 at 22.65. Returns valid through Oct 26 with 25 cent fee. one extension to Nov 10 for 50 cents if deposited by Oct 26. Hunters tickets to Canada Maine Upper Michigan Wisconsin on sale until Nov 15 with thirty day return. Missouri Indian Territory and Louisiana on sale until Dec 3 with twenty day return.
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Kansas City
Maine
Upper Michigan
Wisconsin
Missouri
Indian Territory
Louisiana
Brother Bert Zoller Dead in Accidental Shooting
Fred Zoller received a telegraph dispatch Saturday reporting his brother Bert Zoller aged 21 was accidentally shot and killed at Golden Colorado. A second dispatch said Masons had charge of the remains, embalmed them, and placed them in a vault for shipment to the Zollar home in New York. Bert was nephew of Mrs. M. E. Lynde of this city and Mrs. Al Grant of Ft. Wayne Indiana.
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Fred Zoller
Bert
Golden
Col
Express
Zollar
New York State
M. E. Lynde
al Grant
Ft. Wayne
Ind
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World’s Dispensary Medical Association
Prop’s
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Defiance Home Saving & Loan
Crosby House
Noble Township
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Oxford Tick
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West Defiance
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