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Newspaper
Democratic Northwest
Location
Napoleon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1887
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text from a Northwest News page mentions office reading and spacing issues. It references printing sections and monitoring standards, with scattered names and dates that are unreadable or misprinted. The piece conveys editorial workflow concerns rather than a specific event or person.
The ad describes J. C. Saur selling pure drugs and fresh remedies at low prices, touts a large wall paper stock and paints, and promotes the store as a one stop for house cleaning, decoration, and book bargains with aggressive pricing and widespread appeal. It also mentions local promotions and several nearby merchant ads and notices.
An excerpted column critiques militarism with satirical parable on bulldogs and nations, arguing Standing armies waste youth and labor while rulers profit. The piece mocks war rhetoric and calls for social reform. It blends commentary with ads for Hood's Sarcparilla and other cures, plus brief notices on religious and health topics and a local obituary noting Frank Dishler’s death after a long illness.
Reports from Mexico City allege conservatives invited Don Carlos the Spanish claimant to visit Mexico to entangle him in politics and possibly head their party. Diaz administration and cabinet members acknowledge the claim, noting Vatican advice to avoid disturbance. Don Carlos has accepted and will be feted, while the plan’s ultimate purpose remains unclear.
An old advertisement extols Green's August Flower as a cure for dyspepsia and liver complaints with claims of dramatic health benefits. It also reports a U.S. bond call by Secretary Fairchild on three percent bonds totaling about 19.7 million dollars, with further redemption goals and remarks on public finances. A dubious medical patent potion ad promises rapid cures for rheumatism and neuralgia, inviting readers to request a prescription by mail.
The Commercial Advertiser reports no agreement between Henry George’s Labor group and James G Blaine for 1888. George denies any past or future deal with Blaine, insisting his opposition to monopoly and capitalism remains unchanged. The piece notes district leaders recruiting in tenement districts to boost Labor votes.
Notice to contractors invites bids for a school project in Munroe Township Ohio with plans and specifications available from the Clerk of the Board of Education. Bids due noon May 12 1987 with required bid security and a contracted performance bond.
A garbled 1947 notice announces sealed bids for building and equipment contracts. The document lists bid deadlines, locations in Leary county Ohio, and submission details to the clerk of the board of education. It notes requirements for bid content, bidder qualifications, and contract terms if accepted.
In a dissolution by mutual consent, the partners announce the ending of the firm. All accounts and the old firm’s assets will be settled at their place of business immediately. Mr Borderson departs for the West, and remaining assets will be placed in the hands of the Collector for an adjudication. April 28, 1867.
Petitioners led by A J Roberts ask the county board for road intervention at the old Meson idan Hand crossing. The petition seeks to alter the section line between townships and ranges in Heary county. Probate judge Merrison issues the notice with dates and actions to follow.
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