This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 19 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
The Perrysburg Journal
Location
Perrysburg, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1908
Page
1
Mrs. Irvin Cox found her husband shot in the stomach after a shotgun exploded while he cleaned it in the kitchen. He was about 24, popular with local glass workers where he had worked as a cutter, and collapsed in the bedroom before help arrived.
Farmers warned to choose seed from crops grown in the 1906 season after tests showed last season's corn unfit. Guaranteed seed may be bought at a small advance over last year's price and prove cheaper in the end. Dean's Ointment advertised for eczema and itching.
The Powers Insurance Agency announces new farm property rates for Tornado and Windstorm insurance across the eastern United States. The text urges careful planning and discussion with agents, noting Ohio as a region with destructive past storms and quoting Ben Franklin to advise prudent action.
The following 18 names are drawn as Grand and Petit Jurors for the May Term. Grand jurors include Henry Berkman Millbury Ed Braff Pennyerville Solomon Gobble Jerry City D J Crocker C uator L S Whitacre Cygnet O F Eckert Jerry City Frederick Wismer Custar JT D Strong Bowling Green J W Extino North Baltimore Nathan Wirebaugh Rising Sun B L Clapp Custar B A Lawrence North Baltimore O Ferrell Custar Bryan Frederick Jerry City J A Holmes Weston Petit jurors include Charles Thornton Wilbridge John Harmyer LaMoyne Joli Russell Bloomdale Daniel Musser North Baltimore nh F Rumler Weirton J H Stearns Fostoria James Challen Tontogany M A Matheny Custar BH OG Kaukler Jerry City D T L Ducat Grand Rapids Mike Finney Portage James Miller Bays J B Dubbs Milton Canter John Moser Verrysburg Joseph Bender Center Township John Bauer Weston Henry P Lucas Perrysburg G W Ewing North Baltimore
Governor Harris issues a proclamation for Arbor Day emphasizing tree value and bird protection education in schools and state institutions. Perrysburg prepares for the Ft Meiga monument as granite shipments arrive. Mayor Bowers targets cleanup scofflaws while Surveyor F Wenz surveys the park for Ira Hoover’s planting plan. Main Street paving and Perrysburg’s river view are praised alongside growth goals. Property assessors begin rounds in April, with five weeks to finish and no voter enumeration this year.
Mrs ES DeVerna and daughters Jessie Ina and son Dwight spent last study with Mrs A Bonnington in Bowling Green. Mrs Ben Lucas and Mrs Barbara Limmer spent last week Thursday with Will Broke and a family of Five Points.
O. 8. Woolever of LeRayeville claims a twenty year health sentence ended by Bucklen's Arnica Salve which cured his bleeding piles. The salve is advertised to heal sores, boils, burns and wounds, with a short cure time. Available for 25 cents at Wm Comatook and Sau's drug store.
A Toledo man, James Crawford of 1018 Baker St, endorses Down's Kidney Pills for backache and kidney relief. He reports a longstanding back pain vanished after five days of use, with no attacks since. The Buffalo New York firm Vester Milburn Co. is listed as U.S. sole agents priced at 50 cents. Remember the name Down's and take no other.
A bashful young man visited a lady, faced a rainstorm, and stayed as the father urged. He later realized his hair, dropped his fork, spilled coffee, and misread his clothes. In panic he hid a shirt in his trousers, then caused a tablecloth disaster before fleeing Deshler Flag.
James Fisher newly named postmaster at Rollersville refuses to act and threatens to move the post office from his store unless an inspector is sent to audit the accounts. He alleges irregularities in the office before his appointment.
John Clare Brooks of Bowling Green died Sunday night from an accidental wound received Friday evening while loading an obfort rifle. The shot penetrated his abdomen. despite initial reassurance, medical exam showed a likely fatal outcome.
The third annual commencement of Middleton Township High School will be held on May 1, 1908. Prof N D C Wilson of Bowling Green will give the address and the Limber orchestra of Bowling Green will provide the music. The six graduates are Carrie Hammond, Winifred Muir, Mary Getz, Merlin McPherson, Miles Naegele and Victor Stonebrook.
At the annual meeting 461 of 500 shares were represented. The examining committee reported the bank in satisfactory condition and deposits rose from 277,698.60 to 600.79 during the year. Officers reelected: President J. Davis, Vice President James C. Troup, Cashier Norman L. Hanson. The board of directors was reelected and a 15 member advisory board appointed including C F Chapman, Wm. Comstock, J. Davin, A. C. Fuller, D. K. Hollenbeck, John Kohl, David Main, John Moser, George Munger, John Perrin, Wm. G. Perrin, Dr. J. H. Rheintrank, H. H. Sargent, J. O. Troup and A. J. Witeler.
The T U G1 introduces a two hour lay over at each end of the line to keep limited cars on schedule from Toledo. An extra car will wait during the lay over to ensure timely departure and crews will have time to clean and prepare cars for the run. The plan aims to maintain service while profitable. A testimonial praises Electric Bitters for recovery from illness. Sold at 60 cents with guarantee.
Claimant offers a free trial of the Urie-O Rheumatism cure for all who suffer from rheumatism. Promises complete cure with no faith required, and pledges to pay for the large bottle. Instructions urge sending name and drugstore contact to The Smith Drug.
Alice Pratick seeks divorce from Alvin Fralick after a short marriage and requests alimony and an injunction to stop him disposing of property. She cites cruelty and failure to provide amid claims of drunkenness while Alvin faces burglary charges in the county. Elmore Furnace sues Standard Machinery for 88220. Mrs Herman Beckman sues Henry Everett to foreclose a mechanic lien claiming 117.69 for oil and gas well work. Elizabeth Wise seeks divorce from John Wise with custody and support orders after alleged extreme cruelty and repeated moves over rent.
Goes to Lancaster. Julious Ellsworth, 13, of Roanford, taken in Juvenile court and to Lancaster Monday by Juvenile Officer Hankey. He has prior entries and is described as generally bad. He allegedly threatened to shoot Edward Harrison at Boasford Hillsworth, lit a cigarette, and set grass afire. Harrison, after warning, retrieved a rifle and returned to confront Ellsworth, who was arrested.
Perrysburg Dramatic Company presents the four act Western drama Tatters at Witte's hall in Waterville on April 25. The play previously drew large crowds in Perrysburg and is billed as a top amateur production. Doors open 7 10 pm curtain at 8 admission 25 cents adults 14 and under 16 cents reserved seats 35 cents orchestral music by A C Pallers band. Further notices to appear in next week's Journal.
Lime City reporter notes Miss Libbie Charlton of Bowling Green spent last Saturday with Mrs Trowbridge. Miss Ida Trowbridge of Toledo stayed several days this week with her mother Mrs Trowbridge, highlighting local social visits.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.