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Newspaper
Fulton County Tribune
Location
Wauseon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1918
Page
4
The Fulton County Tribune laments suppression of press while urging continued support for the war effort. It condemns antiwar rhetoric and mocks opponents as political opportunists. The piece highlights veterans and soldiers, urging readers to back pro war voices and distrust Republican critiques.
Obituary notes Chesterfield Denson passing due to Bright's disease with funeral Thursday morning at Chester. Also mentions Ira Briggs injury from a buggy accident last week with a broken leg and severe bruises. The text lists numerous family movements, visits, and local events across Ohio and Michigan, including farm losses from a fire, travel of relatives, and community notices.
Correspondence notes Ida and Rhea Fulde of Toledo visiting relatives Saturday night with parents Mr and Mrs Sears Schlentz near Delta and visiting Mrs Mary Miller who is ill. Also mentions Fred Durant family and Henry Fulde with Eddie and Louelin planning Maumee call on John Hiner and other relatives.
The Ohio State Pub exhibition in late August features a grand Coliseum arena seating 6000 for livestock judging and a nightly horse show led by Donald R. Acklin. Prizes total 3910 dollars with judges Mat Cohen and Captain Walter Palmer. Concert and vaudeville by Seventy-first Regiment Band and Alber tina Rascha Company cap the program.
Ohio fair officials announce a large government war exhibit at the Columbus State Fair late August. The display, organized by Uncle Sam, will showcase military equipment, uniforms, weapons, and naval models to educate and inspire farmers and citizens about preparedness. A federal team and armed services personnel will run the exhibit with free entry.
A wartime style political appeal endorses Geo Everett for prosecuting attorney at the Fulton county primaries. Includes testimonials from Judge Charles E. Scott praising Everett’s legal experience and integrity, plus a personal plea for voter support. Also a separate ad touts Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy as a cure for digestive woes.
C E Disbrow announces candidacy for county treasurer on the Republican ticket at the August 13 primary. He notes prior bid four years ago, a record as a businessman and citizen, and inability to meet voters in person due to conditions, pledging faithful service if elected. A separate appeal urges voters to consider qualifications for clerk of courts with emphasis on education and experience.
An advertisement by GEO. E. GORSUCH touts Red Wheat White Wheat and New Potatoes as a hustle worthy offering. The copy urges readers to seek the bargain and expresses gratitude for support from those who understand the effort involved.
A county commissioner hopeful on the Republican ticket asks voters for support in the upcoming primary next Tuesday August 18. He cites heat exhaustion while helping a neighbor thresh and expresses appreciation for votes from all voters.
Premiums offered for the Ohio State Fair total 67 674 50 in a record year and reflect growing interest in high class livestock and larger exhibitor expenses. Twenty percent goes to war savings stamps, totaling 13534 30 toward the Government. Farm products carry 5087 in premiums plus 2050 for county exhibits and bees and honey receive 204 in prizes.
Ohio candidate Geo E Kryder announces entry for the 88th Senatorial District in the Republican primary on August 13 1918. He endorses party principles and a prohibition amendment. The notice includes an advertising line for Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy and urges readers to “Ask Anyone Who Has Used It.”
Multiple small items: rent for seven room flat on Fulton street with modern amenities. WANTED veal calves. FOR SALE a cheap American Cream Separator. FOR RENT a modern house on West Chestnut Street. LOST a first afternoon Chau tauqqua pin with black enamel. STRAYED red sow pig 85 lbs at Oak Shade. STRAYED horse light bay about 800 pounds near Wanlston. Rewards, contact Tribune office or owner as stated.
Columbus special describes Ohio War Savings Committee designating July 22 to 27 as School Sammy Victory Week. Boys and girls are urged to join the School Sammy Army of Ohio, sell 1400 War Savings Stamps for a general’s rank, and earn a bronze pin. The campaign aims to back soldiers in Europe and keep victory on the road to Berlin.
Do not cry out against the terrors of drift as long as the men in the trenches do not cry out against their hardships. Consider yourself lucky to be able to save and to by War Savings Stamps.
Financial entries list receipts from yarn and materials at multiple branches, donations to the Fulton County Chapter Red Cross, and expenditures for postage supplies machine oil and expressage. Included are names such as Elmer Ducatt Mrs Chas Shiver Reverend O G Hebestreit and Fred H Wolf among others. A separate note promotes Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy with a testimonial from Mrs F F Scott.
Legal notice references Roby J Reilly filing for divorce and child custody against Carl Reilly in Palton County Ohio Case No 7822. Notice requires appearance by September 14, 1918. Includes errors and unclear details from the outdated document.
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