08 Jan 1915
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Newspaper
Fulton County Tribune
Location
Wauseon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1915
Page
1
A reflective column by W. T. Williams argues kindness is not impersonal but personal action. It urges coming down from lofty views, helping others, and practicing everyday good deeds through a threefold view of people, ending with kindness as a warm mantle over all beings in need.
The 1914 burial list from Wauseon cemeteries, supplied by Sexton Ed Mikesell, shows 59 total burials. Sixty six occurred in Wauseon Cemetery and three in St Caspar Catholic Cemetery. The oldest buried was 89, with two victims of that age. nine aged 80 or more. eight between 70 and 79. seventeen aged 50 to 69. fourteen between 20 and 49. three under 20 and six infants from 2 years to 12 hours old.
Voters in Wauseon face a January 15 election to decide whether the town remains dry or allows saloons. The article argues staying dry serves the greatest good, citing a six year record without saloons and the impact on homes and women. It notes petitions and mayoral proclamation and urges turnout. Also mentions Chamberlain's Cough Edges as a cold remedy.
A university program announces a two week session starting January 25 on earth gravel macadam brick concrete and bituminous roads drainage culverts and bridges. Lectures include lantern slides with practical and experienced speakers. Attendance is open with no charges or requirements. Printed programs available by January 5 from F. H. Eno Director at State University Columbus.
The first meeting of the year 1916 was held last Monday evening with two councilmen absent. Citizens pressed sewer petitions on South Super and Main Streets, urging immediate investigation. J Q Files and F S Ham represented landowners and the Wabash Railroad with protest against assessments. discussion led to adjourning for a later meeting on the 11th. The Mayor named R B Darby as city solicitor and James E Cantlebury as health officer.
The Wauseon Poultry and Pet Stock Association enjoyed a successful first annual show at Saunder's Building. Exhibits filled the floor with high quality birds and steady patronage. Secretary Merrill provides a detailed list of exhibitors and premiums, highlighting top scores such as Frank Marks's S C White Leghorns and other breed entries from Wauseon, Napoleon, Swanton, and nearby towns.
The notice proclaims a large winter wear sale as cold weather continues and supplies must be turned into cash. It targets men and boys with the best in winter clothing and furnishings at surprisingly low prices.
A local advertisement notes a clearance sale with remaining popular garments in full sizes colors and styles. It highlights a 20 percent reduction on already low prices, inviting customers to take advantage of the limited stock remaining.
A proposal urges the government to create a farm loan department linked to postal banks. It would borrow against gilt edge real estate securities at 2 to 5 percent and issue currency backed by mortgages. The plan aims to expand circulating money, boost farmer capital, help local banks, merchants, and stimulate the broader economy.
Clerk of the Incorporated Village of Wauseon presents a financial summary for year ending December 31 1914. General fund receipts show cash on hand balances and expenditures with figures cited for various accounts, including safety fund and cash balances. The report lists balances at year start and end and totals across funds as recorded.
Fink and Haumesser report many friends in Wauseon by marketing Adler-i-ka, a buckthorn bark mix claimed to ease constipation and gas. The remedy, touted as thorough for both lower and upper bowels, allegedly provides immediate relief after a single dose.
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