Vote the rascals out in a reform drive
An editorial denounces a local gang and grafters mocking critics and calls for change. It accuses the group of fear, favoritism, and tax mismanagement, urging citizens to reject the rascals at the polls.
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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1902
Page
4
W E Hme Emerges as Sheriff Candidate in Local Drive
A local political column endorses W E Hme as an ideal sheriff candidate urging readers to vote for him on election day. The note frames him as a strong choice amid rising campaign chatter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.E. Hme
Witnesses oppose Gleason led by Gus Skiver in real estate deals
A group of witnesses led by Gus Skiver challenges Gleason with accusations tied to real estate dealings. The protest grows as opinion spreads that Ed E. Hall lacks the heft for county auditor, signaling political friction and questions about leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gleason
Gus Skiver
Ed E. Hall
Ep Hatz Struggles to Pull Rollo Gleason Forward
In a tense confrontation, Ep Hatz attempts to move Rollo Gleason through a narrow passage. The moment captures a clash over control as bystanders watch the stalled effort unfold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ep Hatz
Rollo Gleason
Safe choice for probate judge A L Baker
A L Baker promoted as a safe choice for voters in the probate judge’s office. The endorsement emphasizes reliability and steadiness in handling estate matters and court procedures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Baker
Tuers Strongly Backed as Farmer Support Grows for Hosler
Farmers nationwide rally behind J. E. Hosler, praising his capability and urging continued backing. Tuers serves as a vocal call from the country in favor of Hosler’s leadership.
Joan J Crane’s Candidacy For County Clerk Spotlight
A political notice endorses Joan J Crane for county clerk. It asserts she has never defaulted on taxes or been involved in any Gus Shiver land deals and urges a vote for Crane.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan J. Crane
Gus Shiver
Craine
Reynouds Denies Bear Hunter Claim in Election Appeal
H. K. Reynouds rejects the claim he is a bear hunter and urges voters to support him on election day, framing the issue as irrelevant to his candidacy while emphasizing policy positions and public service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. K. Reynouds
Democrats issue search warrant for Defiance bear hunting recorder
Defiance county election records face scrutiny as Democrats obtain a search warrant targeting a bear hunting recorder. The action centers on hunting and public records, with officials seeking specific documents related to wildlife enforcement and licensing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defiance County
Squire J M Smith Campaigning For Infirmary Director
Squire J M Smith is pushing his canvass for infirmary director and will make a good one. Support him on election day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squire J. M. Smith
Democratic Leaders Open Campaign HQ in Maumee Valley Record Office
Democratic leaders establish campaign headquarters in the Maumee Valley Record office. They plan to focus on the campaign while leaving other civic trust organs in the alley area less disturbed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maumee Valley
McConnell Backed as Prosecution Policy Fights Openlander
Prominent Democrats warn that if Dave Openlander wins the prosecutor race the real policy maker will emerge, blaming Gav T Farrell’s slaying on the gang. They urge voting for McConnell to counter the influence and control of the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dave Openlander
Gav. T. Farrell
McConnell
County voters weary of Davie Openlander for prosecutor
Central and western county residents oppose Davie Openlander saying his labyrinthian record makes him unsafe for prosecutor. They prefer W. L. McConnell calling him a straight man and urging votes for McConnell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davie Openlander
W. L. McConnell
McConnell
Skeptic Finds Cure in Knapp Medical Vaporizer
A Minneapolis man recounts how after three years of catarrh and many cures he bought a Knapp Medical Vaporizer. He claims it delivered medicine directly to the air passages and offered a ten day trial with money back guarantee, price two dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Broughton
Minneapolis
Knapp
Chicago ‘Vaporizer Co
Chicago, Il
Defeat Stings Costello in Gleadon Victory
It was a sore matter for Costello’s friends that he lost to Gleadon in the contest. A defeat by another man would have eased the sting, but the win by Gleadon sharpens the episode for Costello’s circle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mike Costello
Gleadon
Townspeople Question Rethmel as Deputy Auditor
In Tiffin township rumors swirl that John Rethmel may become deputy auditor if Hall wins. Officials deny the claim, while residents debate whether Rethmel aligned the men after an ice wagon accident involving Sam Gruner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tiffin Township
John Rethmel
Hall
John
Sam Gruner
Irish Patriots Clash With First Ward Combine
In this city the First ward coalition clashed with Irish patriots who aided five nominations in the ward. The patriots were then rewarded with Bohemian cats amid a sad day as Gen. Tim Ansberry’s force confronted the bunco man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tim Ansberry
Democrats criticize Gleason clerkship after removal as assignee
The Crescent News questions Democratic leaders after a common pleas judge removed R. H. Gleason as assignee of the Savings Bank. It asks why Gleason should be elected clerk given the record of his removal and whether that should bar him from public office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Pleas
R. H. Gleason
Savings Bank
Evansport set to hear defiance speakers this Thursday
The Evansport meeting will feature Hon W D Hill and Hon John W Winn of Defiance addressing old line Democrats. Ed Hall and Gleason report trouble in Tiffin township and call for swift action to rally the party. Questions arise about taxes, the Gus Skiver and Skees matters, and costs of Ed Hall’s convention nomination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. D. Hill
John W. Winn
Defiance
Evansport
Ed Hall
Mr. Gleason
Tiffin Township
Gus Skiver
Skees
Bill Hill
Henry K Reynolds for County Recorder Reelection Card
Republican candidate H K Reynolds seeks reelection as County Recorder describing himself as a fine businessman and excellent gentleman. The notice criticizes the current Democratic recorder and urges voters to support Reynolds for a splendid official tenure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry K. Reynolds
H. K. Reynolds
Recorder
Maine
Get Out The Vote For Republican County Effort
A county party note urges every Republican to act as a one person committee to boost turnout on Tuesday November 4. It praises the ticket as faithful and active in canvassing and calls on GOP voters to ensure polling participation for good government and prosperity.
Allen Noe revisits ruins of pop ulism in city
A. Allen Noe returned to town Tuesday to survey remnants of pop ulism. He was a key figure in those days, battling bourbon leaders led by “Biddy” Eiser as the movement pressed on.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Allen Noe
Noe
Biddy” Eiser
Courtroom Tug of War Over Record Fate
Behringer seeks to pull Ed Hall through to preserve the Record. Hall aims to pull Rollo Gleason through to save Gus Skiver. Rollo counters by pulling Behringer and Hall through to save the courthouse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bahringer
Ed Hall
Hall
Rollo Gleason
Gus Skiver
Rollo
Behringer
This Defiance Man on State Ticket
William Kirtley Jr of Defiance proposes his name for the Republican State ticket. The Crosby House proprietor seeks support from Defiance county and urges voters to back him for member of the board of public works, highlighting hometown advocacy and statewide campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Kirtly, Jr
Crosby
Defiance
Defiance County
Kirtley
William Kirtley, Jr
Board of Public Works
WM. Kirtley, JR
Prediction on local elections shapes in Defiance and Tiffin
The text predicts J E Hosler for auditor and J J Craine for county clerk will win in Tiffin township and Defiance city with a broad Republican sweep. It claims the west end and taxpayers support voting out the incumbents and party operatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Hosler
J. J. Craine
Tiffin Township
City of
Defiance
Baker Faces Shaw in County Election
Abe Baker, longtime county resident, is urged to cast a vote for Baker while supporting party efforts. The message compares Baker to rival Shaw and advocates backing Baker for local leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abe Baker
Mr. Shaw
Baker
Defiance County Tax Objection Sparks GOP Critique
The Express condemns those who refuse to pay taxes in Defiance county, naming Ed Hall Gleason and others while arguing they should lose taxpayer support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
THE
Express
Defiance County
Ed Hall
Gleason
Delinquent Taxes Highlight Democratic Candidates
The Ex PRESS publishes a sample list of delinquent taxes for Democratic candidates for one year. The note admits larger back-logged amounts exist at the courthouse and urges readers to verify independently, arguing taxes paid reflect public trust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Express
Court House
OUR TICKET
The piece urges Defiance county Republicans to unite behind their strong county ticket. It claims all nominees are men of high character and calls on Honest Democrats to vote with Republicans to "clean out the gang" and secure victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defiance County
TuE Gang Shifts Focus To Save Hall From Capture
The gang appears to have abandoned its tactic against Rollo Gleason and now concentrates its full force on rescuing or safeguarding Hall from an imminent threat or capture, signaling a strategic reversal. The evolving menace suggests a tense confrontation and potential escalation in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tue Gang
Rollo Gleason
Hall
County voters urged to back honest leadership
A political appeal warns that those who gamble with their own money will gamble with public funds and urges residents to elect trustworthy men to county offices. The message stresses accountability and integrity in local government.
Delinquent Tax Records Cited in Express Not Denied
The Express reports delinquent tax records for candidates and challenges readers to verify at the courthouse or online, suggesting the publication has not been refuted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Express
Defiance County Commissioner Debate Sparks Tax Fire
Charley, the sole county commissioner, voices that farmers pay too little in taxes and challenges voters. He asks if residents want him as commissioner and questions their willingness to endure higher rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charley
Defiance County
Defiance County Voters Trust Democratic Candidates
The Defiance Democrat asserts local people in Defiance County will not be deceived by Democratic nominees as the candidates are well known and unchallenged prior to nomination. A Defiance judge removed Mr. Gleason as assignee of the Savings Bank for cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defiance County
Defiance
Gleason
Common Pleas
Bear hunter clash stirs Defiance county in Maine
The Express sketches a field survey as a duel unfolds between a gunman and a bear in Maine woods near Defiance county. The piece lampoons Recorder Metz and Chairman Schmaltz while praising the hunter’s grit and the dramatic hunt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
Recorder
Defiance County
Express
Recorder Metz
John
Chairman Schmaltz
Vote for Hire in Tax Battle Over Cemetery Cross
The message accuses local leaders of credit grabs and misuses of funds. It names Geo. W. Bechel as discovering a plan for a living floral cross at the cemetery and claims a trustee ignored its fate. The speaker blames Defiance County commissioners for high taxes due to bridge contractors and favors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. W. Bechel
Defiance County
Political rallying cry against new code rights loss
A speaker warns voters that the new code would strip rights and urges scrutiny of bi partisan boards and appointments. The message cites electing the council mayor solicitor and boards and cautions against Democratic manipulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Public Service
Board of Education
Board of Public Safety
Library
Tax Commission
Snook Heads Rally Amid Stated Heckling At Farm Meeting
Congressman John S. Snook and speakers H Gleason and Ed E Hall were slated to speak at a Farmers event. The report notes critics question the choice of Hall and Gleason, suggesting they drag down Snook as “dead weights” on the campaign tailgate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John S. Snook
R. H. Gleason
Ed E. Hall
Farmer
Hall
Gleason
Snook
Mr. Snook
Landowner Details Fraudulent Mortgage Scheme in Defiance County
Augustus Skiver testifies at an 1902 Defiance County proceeding about Baker and Gleason mismanaging a 680 acre Highland township property. He alleges an $18,000 loan arrangement and a $12,000 first lien not released, resulting in two mortgages and a bank failure, leaving Skiver with a loss and a pending judgment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augustus Skiver
Pauking County
Ohio
Highland Township
Defiance County
Baker & Gleason
Defiance
Gleason
Baker & .Gleason
Gleanon
Haller
Defiance Savings Bank
Branson to Lead New Arkansas Timber Mill Venture
T B Branson will leave the city next week to oversee a large saw mill and timber interests near Earl Arkansas. His brother E C Branson and G H Palmer have bought timber interests there and will build a mill with Branson in charge. Olive Branson remains in Battle Creek with packing for the move.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. B. Branson
Earl
Arkansas
E. C. Branson
G. H. Palmer
Wellington
Tom
Huffman and Geiger
Geiger
Perry Street
Branson
Olive
Battle Creek
Mich
Lodi Steel Box Co Considers Defiance Site
A. B. Taylor and E. T. Kruze of Lodi Steel Box Co visited Defiance to discuss locating a steel box factory at the old woolen mill property on Perry street. T. T. Ansberry has a contract with the company and aims to finalize within ten days, promising many local jobs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Taylor
E. T. Kruze
Lodi Steel Box Co
T. T. Ansberry
Mr. Ansberry
Messrs
Taylor and
Kruse
Advertised Letters at Defiance Post Office
Uncalled letters for the week ending Oct 26 1902 in Defiance Ohio include W M Bright B Gallimore Alfred Phasey Sam H Spenser W J Scott Geo C Thompson Lewis Webb and ladies Miss Cora May Miss Mary Ruffcorn Miss Bertha Sharshall Mrs Bert Young. If not claimed within 14 days they are sent to the dead letter office by law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defiance
Ohio
W M Bright
B Gallimore
Alfred Phasey
Sam H Spenser
W J Scott Geo C Thompson
Lewis Webb
Cora May
Mary Ruffcorn
Bertha Sharshall
Bert Young
C.J. Thompson
Dr Thomas' Electric Oil Ad Claims Wide Croup Relief
An old advertisement touts Dr Thomas' Electric Oil as a cure for croup sore throat and pulmonary troubles. The copy emphasizes universal benefits and urges readers to trust the remedy for various ailments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sey
Thomas
Stricken with Paralysis Helps From Pain Balm
Henderson Grimett of this place was stricken with paralysis and lost use of an arm and side. After two bottles of Chamberlain's Pain Balm he is nearly cured. The liniment, long known for rheumatism sprains and bruises, is sold by N. G. Woodward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henderson Grimett
Chamberlain
GeEe
R. McDonap
Logan County
W. Va
N. G. Woodward
Pahl Dies in Tiffin Township at 38
Joseph Pahl died at his home in Tiffin township this morning at age 38. He left a wife and two children. Funeral will be at St. John’s Catholic Church Friday at 9 a.m. with burial in Riverside Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pahl
Joseph Pahl
Tiffin Township
St. John’s Catholic Church
Riverside Cemetery
Claiming the world round proves itself at last
Mrs. Dan Maranda of 1028 Wayne Street reports inflammatory rheumatism two years ago with back and kidney pain. After using Dean's Kidney Pills from N G Woodward's drug store she says the pain faded, kidneys strengthened, sleep improved, and extreme lassitude vanished. Sold by Foster Milburne Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Dean's.
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Columbus
Dan Maranda
Wayne Street
Dean
N. G. Woodward’s
Foster-Milburne
Buffalo
N. Y
United States
Dean’s
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