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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1899
Page
2
Notice outlines subscription costs by mail with yearly rates for advance and non advance payments. It lists per year amounts and states other periods are charged proportionally. The ad emphasizes paying in advance to save and promotes mail subscriptions.
The piece attacks the 1896 Chicago platform as destroying genuine democracy and labels its creators as populists and anarchists. It contrasts old line Democrats with the new dispensation and argues democracy died in 1896. The second item notes a confrontation between County Surveyor Toberan and retiring surveyor Steinberger, with Toberan resisting being bull-dozed.
A fragmented political scene described as a Democratic family gathered in a courthouse set within a calf pasture. The tone hints at unease or unhappiness among the group amid rural civic life.
John R. McLean claims the Democratic nomination for governor cost him only 500. He frames the bid as a prized romance reflecting frugal campaigning and personal risk.
Hicks ville Independent editors recall remarks by Judge Baker Hubbard and others accusing John R. McLean of wealth from trusts and unlawful combinations at the Democratic convention. They note McLean is the Democratic nominee for governor and ask how the editor can support him.
Evening News notes Hubbard Baker Ansberry and Wyatt T Hill accuse the Democratic candidate of being a political assassin. They claim his barrel is filled by trusts and unlawful combinations, insisting he must be a man of action.
A printed notice depicts Democratic officials backing the Tut County Record while Democratic papers in the same region face neglect. The story suggests the Record could prove costly to those officials and would demand large amounts of official paper in courthouse printing.
A two year merger left Democrats in Paulding in control. At the late convention every Populist with ambitions was expelled. In Defiance county Populists lost influence as the party became the Democratic cat’s paw in 1896. Now Populists face a party joining fee to enter.
Brother George K. Otis of the Hicksville Independent and Hon. W. H. McCauley visit Hon. John Sherman in Mansfield on their homeward route from the Zanesville convention. Sherman, aged and spry, opposes Spain in the Philippines conflict and is urged by the world to end barbarities by Spain.
Advertisement offers Cascarets candy cathartic to cure constipation with a 10 cent price. promises money back by druggists if CCC fails.
The Paulding Democrats praised Union troops in the Philippines while condemning calls to abandon liberty. They recalled past attacks on the flag and warned the President to uphold national dignity, highlighting ongoing Copperhead rhetoric against the war policies.
An old advertisement touts Cascarets as a beauty aid for clear skin. It claims Cascarets purify the blood by stimulating the liver to remove impurities, promising vanish pimples boils blotches and blackheads. Available in 10c 25c and 50c guarantees at druggists.
The Hickeville Independent reports the Democrats of Hicksville township will meet September 16 1899 at 1 pm in the Methodist church on Main Street to select delegates for the county convention at Defiance. The piece questions the propriety of a caucus held in a church and riffs on a local leader’s quip about Methodists. It suggests caution and mentions Philip Young of Richland township as a possible host for a safer convention hall.
Henry Funk, a Defiance county pioneer, died at his Delaware township home on Monday morning August 28 at age 88 years 2 months and 11 days. He suffered dropsy but endured with strong mind and spoke with his children until death. Survived by three sons Andrew Adam Alfred and four daughters Margaret Kerns Lucinda Nicely Sarah Buckmaster and Etta Curtis. He leaves 25 grandchildren and many friends. He lived 53 years on the family farm where he and his wife settled.
The Republican State Campaign opening is announced for Akron on Saturday September 23 1899. Invitations extend to party members and supporters with chairs and secretaries named for organization.
Mrs Schriner and children were guests last week. Mies N Gertrude Brady of Defiance visited Tuesday. J J Waltenberger and J S Burnell of Hicksville called Thursday. EO Stone and wife Emma McElhinney Ethel Fournice and Helen Barney of Cicero toured Wednesday. George G and Elton M Hopkins of Edgerton called Thursday. Mesdames C E Smith Albert Metz J C Henaler and Oscar Smith of Defiance were shown through Friday. Lola and Clara Mitchel and Jasper Beightler and wife of Sherwood visited Friday. Robert Barnes of Paulding county made a business call Friday. Emma Helmick of New Haven Indiana Wm H Lippold of Peru Indiana J A Heilman of Naperville Illinois Miss Alice and W E Niederhauser of Defiance called Monday.
The Fort Defiance Whist Club of 99 hosted a session at Mrs W Alet home on Jackson and Third Streets with about twelve matrons in attendance. Mrs J P Cameron won the club badge for the next meeting and the Ney Canning Co employs about sixty people, mostly women, at full time.
Milford Township reports visiting relatives as Mr and Mrs Wm Poorman and son Gerald. Andrew Eck nurses a sore hand. Edgerton school board adopts vertical writing system. Jacob Mercer visits E Beerhower. John Taylor granary broken into. 30 bushels oats stolen. Byron Potter dies August 27 at age 62 years 26 days. funeral at Mrs Wilcox with Rev J A Hootman officiating. interment Clarksville Cemetery.
Jacob Kintner offers at Evergreen Farm on Kintner road near Moats P on Thursday September 28 1899 at 10 am a sale of livestock including horses cows lambs sows and hogs plus farming implements such as binder mower wagon planer plows and tools. All items under five dollars cash and sums over five dollars may take nine months with two approved sureties. Russell Hammil acts as auctioneer.
Constable Tom Rourke arrested Chas. Gingrich in Hicks ville on a charge tied to driving a horse to death at Boyd's livery stable. The horse, valued at $75, died the day after an illness and Gingrich posted security for his appearance with attorney L E Griffin. The hearing, with Hill and Baker for the state, was continued until next Monday.
West Milford residents join George Wilson for the yearly meeting in Wilson's grove where two halters a lady's shawl a black fan and a handkerchief were found afterward. People include Mrs S James Shanklint visiting Wayne and Stark counties Hendershots visit Ira Hendershot's family Nellie Lehman from near Defiance MAud Lehman friends hosted a surprise birthday Chloe Lawton works for Geo Miller baby with whooping cough next Sunday preaching by Rev Oakley with Guy Amaden visiting.
A medical ad claims a sudden croup attack can be halted with Dr. Thomas in hand. The copy emphasizes fast action and home treatment for children facing the illness.
In Defiance county the Blower threshing machine owners moved from Paulding to thresh for C Rosebrook Jacob Kintner Wesley Roush and George Mack. All praised the work and noted the three men had previous machine experience. The threshermen were courteous and skilled, and it appears the Blower will remain in use.
A small gathering of friends surprised Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Armbruster at their home on Wednesday evening. The group spent the evening peeling apples in a casual apple bee.
Miss Gertrude Brady of Defiance visited the infirmary on Monday and Tuesday. Cicero residents Mr and Mrs Stone along with Miss Emma McElhinney Miss Ethel Tournier and Helen Barney dined there on Wednesday. Hicks Ville guests J J Waltenberger and J 8S Burtwell called Thursday. Jasper Beightier his wife and daughter and Miss Michael visited Friday. Defiance residents Mrs C E Smith Mrs C Hensler and Mrs Oscar Smith and Mrs Albert Metz of Keystone Ind toured Friday. Superintendent Leaders and Director F W Smith made a business trip to Hicksville on Friday.
C Obermiller loses another horse. Mr and Mrs J H Jarvis and son Charley and daughter Freda spent Sunday on the pike. A party at Jas Naveau s Wednesday evening honored Mrs Naveau s birthday. Mr and Mrs D E Short and sons Jay and Donald from Bryan spent several days on the pike. Charley Ricketts returns to Deshler. J Breckler lost cows after they ate corn. Rev A E Smith and family guests of Mr and Mrs G A Armbuster. Mrs S E Abbott entertained city friends.
T H Mansfield reports corn trials in Highland Township showing over fifty bushels per acre on a newly cleared plot left unplowed and weeded. A four acre field with varied thinning produced uneven results, while Claud Morris lost a horse cut by a corn harvester and a representative of the Express was hosted by Samuel Ice, a past master entertainer.
Miss Libbie Gilts Martha Gilts and Rosa Friend visited at Rice last Sunday. Ida Loomis attends Defiance College. Belva Searles visited Myrtle and Ottie Mansfield. Hattie and Donna Reese stayed with Carrie Ice. Hattie Mansfield visited Myrtle Mentley. Lewis Wiler family visited Mrs Wiler. Nellie Van Skiver returned home. Herb Hill family visited Mrs Win Boyd. Mrs Stork of Defiance visited John Mentley. Jack Weeks passed through Klondike. Mr Kibble moved back to Foster farm. Gertie Sanford visited Grace Kibble. Jane Schoonover called on Nettie Sanford. Anna Hahn visited Hoetzel. Alice Schubert Irene Harrell joined Hattie Reese. Ira Donaldson and daughter Ida visited sister Searles. Ice cream supper Mt Zion Sept 9 invited. Maud Jones visiting Mrs Lawrence Gilts. Mr and Mrs JM Cline and son Forrest plus Mr and Mrs Smith guests of R B Reese.
Mrs J Fisher spends time at her old Pennsylvania home the first time since 1859. Geo T Barton, famed shoe maker, marks his 66th birthday with a lively display in his shop. Once a sprinter and jig dancer, he proves nimble with ten steps and dances like a 15 year old. Mrs Chas Stark hosts a large East Defiance party and the elder Barton dances in a way to rival Ireland’s champions.
John Linebrink and family of Ridgeville visited F J Linebrink Sunday. Mr and Mrs Coy Handy and Mrs Mary Thomas of Butler Ind visiting here recently. Quarterly meeting at St John s next weekend. Republicans of Tiffin township announce caucus at town house Saturday at 7 30 PM urging full attendance for important business.
Oscar Daymude returns to Buckeye stove works in Pemberville. George Lex visits from Hartford City. Colored camp meeting ends Tuesday night August 29. Mrs M Van Vlerah relocates to Hattin to run a hotel. Frank Shaw and family take charge of the Van Vlerah house. A new school year begins east of town with Mrs Adam Chrohn of Florida as teacher. she previously taught here and cared for her sick uncle. Chas Moses undergoes eye operation at St Vincent hospital Toledo. Section 29 school starts next Monday with Mr Harley of Hamlet as teacher.
An old advertisement touts Dr Hobbs Sparagus Pills as a cure for all kidney ills. The copy offers a pie free deal and credits Sterling Remedy Co. with Cuicage or New York as the source.
An old advertisement touts Allen's Foot Ease powder to cool feet, prevent sweating, and ease hot swollen and aching feet. It claims over a million users and proclaims relief for ingrown nails with a 25 cent price, samples by mail from Le Roy New York.
Grain O claims to mimic coffee in appearance but opposite effects. It promotes stomach comfort digestion and nerve strength while avoiding stomach upset and heart disturbance. Sold for 15 and 25 cents per package.
An adjourned common pleas session focused on the Defiance Light and Street Railway Co. sale overseen by trustee W P Huston and receiver W R Fabe. The city of Defiance seeks to protect its $6,000 claim and potential recovery, with appeals and possible new sale orders discussed as the case moves to the circuit court.
A sales pitch promises past present and future insights from Prof. Seaker, world's greatest astrologer, with options for a ten cent stamp reading and a full horoscope for one dollar. Returns request date of birth and claims to guide children's future careers.
Mrs Nora Deatrick and family from Paulding county visited in the township last week. Chas Craft and family from Oakwood also visiting Petsietz working for J Mack. A number of colts were taken out over the Sunday.
Dey Ayers and John A Foust attend the Paulding fair where a race caused a scare as a driver lost a sulky seat and a runaway horse remained in the pack to finish the exciting episode without injuries.
Emanipation day on September 22 will be observed by colored people in Ohio with a speech by Senator Fora at a committee gathering. A large meeting is planned in Findlay where Rev Poindexter a veteran color clergyman will speak. In Greenfield James McEnery Jones from West Virginia will address attendees and at Atwood Rev I N Ross of Columbus will speak to the colored people gathering.
Home Seekers Excursions of the CH&DRy announces tickets on September 5–19 and October 3–17 at half rates plus 200 for all points in the West and South. Tickets limited to 7 days from sale. stopovers allowed at various points. see CH&D ticket agent for details.
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