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Newspaper
Democratic Northwest
Location
Napoleon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1892
Page
4
Excerpts reveal a mix of coarse humor by Tom OcHILYR and social commentary. The text mocks a political figure Carter and references past Farmer losses tied to bad roads in winter, alongside praise for Cleveland by the Western Christian Advocate. The tone blends satire with partisan remark and a religious newspaper voice.
The Northwest accuses a local postmaster of partisan bias delaying distribution of newspapers. It argues the McKinley bill harms farmers and industries, contrasts market dynamics between towns, and cites wage cuts under protectionist policy. It lists Democratic figures like Brice, Gorman, Sheehan, Smalley, Ransom, Cable, Wall, Quincy, Harrity as a party advisory committee.
A crude notice outlines the Democratic County Convention with dates and locations for selection of delegates and party officers. It states rules for representation, hours, and the process to nominate and elect county officials and the central committee, with names and titles appearing in fragmented form.
Local notes report school plans for a new brick building in the Dittmer district and a Stryker Mf. Co project. Dr Heart of West Unity visited the city. Rawe attended Devils Lake meeting. Dr Coy set a leg fracture for George Smith and Milo Chapman returned from Florida trips. Community church events, quarterly meetings, and farm labor details fill the week with notes on weather and crop prospects.
Authorized to announce John W. Long of Fintrock township as a candidate for County Commissioner and David T. Bare of Monroe township as a candidate, both subject to the Democratic County Convention decision on September 2, 1902 at Napoleon.
A fragmented community column announces W C Hepson and Henry Kolbe as Democratic candidates for county surveyor, subject to convention. It blends partisan blasts, campaign notices, and local society items with notices about lectures, gatherings, and parish stories.
Lane L. McFahin, veteran of the Mexican War and marshal of the National Association, praises Dr Kilmer's Swamp-Root after years of rheumatism kidney and liver trouble. He credits the remedy with restoring mobility, energizing his system, and aiding digestion, noting it as the first medicine he publicly endorses.
Frightened residents recount a drunken pair's wild ride through Woolf county last Saturday night scattering debris and nearly injuring Marsh Mason. The town vows to curb rowdyism as local updates note a booming Cloverleaf Mills and new saw mill activity along with a Methodist ice cream festival and upcoming Republican meeting in Grand Rapids.
Large stock of ladies dress fabrics offered at or near cost. Many patterns in French serge, German Henrietta, Bedford cords, French corrals, wool batist, whip cord, cashmeres and more. Originally worth 1.00 to 1.25 per yard, reduced to 69 and 49 cents. See the store.
Sales reach peak week with quality, style, and low prices. Full Standard 1080 deals promise big value, with ends 13 frame carpet and dress ginghams slashed. Dress ginghams cut from 12 1 2 cents to 8 cents per yard. Lancaster ginghams, normally 10 cents, offered at 7 1/2 cents per yard.
Aug 1 reports show many locals visiting Toledo. Barudin's show drew crowds. A heavy set citizen clashed with a door tender Wason. Mr and Mrs G W Mohler of Harrison township stayed at Shonuk's a few days. A Nees farm picnic drew about 200. An ice cream fundraiser at Joseph Berick's residence raised 25 for medical college eye operation costs.
A local store advertises mens, ladies, and childrens shoes made from the best leather. They explain long lead times with manufacturers to ensure durability and customer satisfaction. The shop claims loyal customers return for reliability and notes a wide assortment available.
Wide muslins for sheetings and pillow case muslins offered in bleached and unbleached forms. Various widths including 36 inch stock, available at a large reduction now.
A promotional notice invites readers to save on pants goods and shirtings. It emphasizes a great chance to buy at a reduced price with a focus on value and selection arriving through a department store or shop window display. The brief item serves as a quick retail tease.
In this department you can save big money and our assortment is the largest. They are nice clean honest goods bought to give satisfaction to the consumer not cheap trash. Napkins to match our best, table linens at prices way down for the next two weeks.
A local shop advertises affordable footwear with a full stock of Pingree Smith Detroit Shoes for men women and children. It also lists A J Johnson Rochester shoes for indies and misses and Stone Germond mens and boys shoes along with other good makes.
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