17 Jun 1902
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Newspaper
The Bellefontaine Republican
Location
Bellefontaine, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1902
Page
1
The report notes an orderly auction conducted by an unnamed auctioneer with a focus on item variety and orderly bidding. Local officials observed compliant conduct and timely completion of the sale.
An OCR fragment advertises the Republican office on the ground floor of the Logan House Block two doors east of the Bank, described as in a room occupied by Wovenam Dry Goods Store. The message invites readers to visit the office location.
The New York Tribune notes alfalfa grown in Western states yields three to five crops yearly, surpassing red clover in feed value and soil fertility. Deep roots aid drought survival, nodules fix nitrogen, and farmers in California Arizona and New Mexico report strong results with several harvests each year.
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune reports Louis Kauffeld of Matthews Indiana claims a new semi malleable glass process. He demonstrates by hammering lamp chimneys and suggests a cheaper chemical method enabling malleable glass, with 110 workers and opposition from trade circles.
A wry maxim on risk says do not rely on one venture. The speaker notes the folly of many baskets, arguing that one overburdened carrier can stumble. The idea is echoed through a Carnegie reference, framing caution in business strategy.
A discussion of Ohio’s influence on national affairs praises the state’s loyalty to Republican policies. It credits Ohio leaders and voters for guiding presidents, advancing the Union, emancipation, public credit, debt reduction, westward expansion, industrial growth, naval power, Cuba’s independence, and China’s fate, shaping humane governance worldwide.
The Rosebud Indian reservation opening draws attention as fertile land promises strong agricultural growth and new business districts. Northwestern line extends to Bonesteads in Gregory county Nebraska and three town sites emerge with public auctions set for Anoke June 18 Bristow June 25 Monow June 26. Prominent agents P Whitney and J F Cleveland coordinate plans and provide full details.
The Hopewell alumni gathering at Mr. Wm Kemper's drew over one hundred guests with families, a pleasant evening, and good refreshments. Wheat frost damage noted, Clover hay harvest underway, and a fruit tree offer from near New Carlisle faced caution. Local visits include Mrs Kemper’s niece, Hadley Dickinson's return, Elliott staying with Mrs Workman, and Miss Moore selling carpet stretchers. Covenanter ladies postponed their supper to next Thursday due to a Detroit excursion plan. A Far-reaching remark credits residents with cleverness in a local fraud outcome.
ASA BROWN DALLETT recounts a life in crime and disguise. From a failed detective career to alias switches between Black and White he navigates burglary counterfeit rings and a riverfront chase. A criminal defense reveals he was actually Peter Brown, acquitted of the murder charge but ruined by witness fees.
A 1868 court martial story details Sergeant Milton Troop accused of desertion near Confederate lines. A paper in his knapsack and captain Croker’s cowardice charges drive a sequence of appeals until Croker resigns after a late confession and Troop is executed. Cyril F. Follin
A naval midshipman recalls meeting his future wife during a New York wax figure show visit. While in uniform, he and friend Tom Anderson tease a Farragut waxwork, fooling a French maid and a 16 year old girl who doubts his authenticity. The girl defends him, he falls in love, and they marry years later aboard the Hagship.
George Converse a former sergeant loses his nerve for ordinary labor after heroic combat. His wife Ida supports the family while he drifts through jobs. A house fire reveals his fear, but his wife’s courage spurs him to save their child with a daring jump. He becomes productive, yet remains wary of fire.
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