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Newspaper
Democratic Northwest
Location
Napoleon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1884
Page
1
Fragmentary North West text shows unclear names and places. It mentions a meeting or event with dates and affiliations but lacks readable details. The readable bits hint at a regional report involving local groups and a schedule but concrete facts are sparse.
In Napoleon the Golden Mortar dominates the town view atop a three story brick block housing J. Saur “Little Dutchman.” Crystal Mortar faces Perry Street with radiant color and a vast front. inside a grand showroom offers lamps, cigars, wallets, books, medicines, surgical supplies, and a major book stock. A large walnut counter exhibits books, paper stock on the second floor, and a full array of trusses, surgical appliances, paints, oils, and dyes. The store emphasizes literature’s role in shaping character and showcases an extensive winter book stock and gift items.
Long list of Democratic nominations and campaign notices for Napoleon Township and surrounding counties. Names include John K. Withers James Donovan O.K. Barnes Fred Aller and others for Clerk of Courts Sheriff Auditor Probate Judge and more. Also notes a county petition urging the State Board of Public Works to place fishways at the dam and related editorials.
The dispatch reports Mr. Til den, infirm yet sharp minded, declining further exertion and naming Hoadly and Payne as strong candidates. A Pocahontas Virginia mine disaster follows with about 150 dead, gas and afterdamp, a fire, and rescue efforts. Laurel Creek mine and Flat Top area described, with fears of ruined town and large-scale interment preparations.
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