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Newspaper
The Perrysburg Journal
Location
Perrysburg, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1902
Page
8
Thomas A. Stone of Pemberville waits in the county jail as the grand jury considers larceny charges. His brother alleges Stone stole two revolvers and some money from William Dyunspace while the pair worked for him. Falls in Obituary and Cure Ads report Dr King’s New Life Pills.
The Bee announces a one cent daily price and aims for 25 000 circulation in 60 days. The new organization claims strong finances and to lead in Northwestern Ohio publishing.
Sealed bids will be received at the Clerk of the Board of Education Office until noon Saturday December 18 102 for furnishing material and wiring the Perrysburg Public School building. Specifications on file with clerk. Bids must specify material and work separately. Board reserves right to reject any or all bids.
The Cincinnati Enquirer notes possible ownership shifts enabling the Cincinnati Dayton and Toledo Traction to use the B G and S tracks between Lindsay and Toledo. The C D and P Traction controls Western Olde Tailway and plans a Lima Lindsay line next spring, signaling a Toledo Cincinnati route expansion and a Lima Cincinnati link already exists via Lima Cincinnati.
In a scolding scene Mrs. Henpeck complains to a conductor that Charley, age six, has been shaved regularly twice a week since last April. Mr. Henpeck interrupts, defending his family and declaring no member will be talked down, then boasts of his own spunk in a show of pride.
P. H. S. closes season with four wins in five as Perrysburg fights Toledo in a tense finish. Davis and Albert make key tackles. Meyer dashes for yards. Williams misses due to injury with Williams inserted for Charles. Offside confusion costs 26 yards and causes a turnover amid slippery field conditions.
Bert Hurrory writes about a November 26 incident where a circular saw cut his hand while ripping plank. He blames himself for wearing canvas gloves that allowed the blade to catch his left thumb and fingers, severing two fingers and mangling the forefinger, and states his intent to continue working around saws.
Announcement lists four farmer institutes in Wood county this winter at Banting Green Bloomdale Prairie Depot and Tontogany. Tontogany hosts December 17 18 with Laylin and Rathbun. Bowling Green hosts January 28 24 with Roudebush and Spencer. Bloomdale February 9 10 with Miller and McCormick. Prairie Depot February 27 28 with White and Dunlap. Also a testimonial from A A Thornes of Buffalo praising Foley’s Kidney Cure.
In rural surroundings near B G farmers guard night scenes after dark as stones strike Eugene Sly. Deputies pursue elusive assailants but cannot identify the perpetrators. A warrant for John Doe for assault reflects mounting concern over the mysterious rock throwing.
A testimonial states Foley's Honey and Tar is the best throat remedy for coughs and colds. It claims rapid relief and prevention of serious complications from a cold.
Justice Crago reports John Evans died from violence by at least two men who waylaid him and left his body on the Hocking Valley track. Principal suspect John B. Monegan and Oliver Liverfreese face possible arrest after saloon threats in Walbridge. Evans left a wife, brother, and Marion.
A report from Kelwin School superintendent G Gluck of Prantytown West Virginia says after testing advertised cough medicines they chose Honey and Tar for use in the West Virginia Reform School. He praises its effectiveness and safety. The office boy is noted for sharp learning at week one.
Soldiers write of Luckien's Arolos Galye for scratches cuts and wounds while ailments like ulcers eruptions and sore feet are claimed to be helped. The message promotes a patent remedy sold at O P Champney's drug store with assurances of relief and pay questions.
The Lime City High School held a Thanksgiving program on Wednesday evening November 26 despite bad weather. A crowd enjoyed student performances including essays on origin of Thanksgiving history of Ohio and Life of Abraham Lincoln plus recitations and songs. Proceeds of 12 dollars 10 cents were raised for school furniture and a class from Mr Eckel’s room performed a motion song.
A noisy review notes Toler o Amusements presents The Wizard of Oz as a lively musical extravaganza with a ring gift reviving the Scarecrow and Tin Woodman. It highlights star Garry Leighton in Rupert of Heinziu at Lyceum and previews Wilbur Quorn Company at Burt’s theatre with new talent and scenery.
Marblehead Ohio on November 14 1902 the 18 year old John Hull vanished from school after expressing discouragement over recitations. A farewell note fueled fears but he likely left to seek work or travel west. He is described as 5 10 185 pounds with light complexion blue eyes brown hair and a mild gentle character. A $100 reward is offered for information leading to his discovery. Rev J H Hull and Mayor Geo J Eberwine of Marblehead coordinate search and tips.
A vintage health ad encourages early action against consumption, likening it to a weed. It promotes Scott's Emulsion as the best lung fertilizer, with salt pork as a hard to digest aside. The message urges starting treatment early, staying regular, getting rest, fresh air, and eating well to improve.
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