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Newspaper
The Perrysburg Journal
Location
Perrysburg, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1908
Page
1
The Port Méles Monertel commission met in Maumee to plan the future of the Fort Meigs property. Architects Dy & Stine of Toledo will prepare building plans, which are not yet ready, while the monument erection proceeds and aims for a later dedication.
Sunday last the unveiling of a monument erected over the grave of Peter Mahler by Camp Woodmen of the World drew a large turnout. Members attended from Findlay North Baltimore Bowling Green and Toledo plus sixty uniformed riders. George Craig led as Master of Ceremonies. Perrysburg band and local units marched along Main street.
Woodmen Circle honoring a departed brother gathers in Findlay with Way Camp Perryae and local members. Services include band music, a quartet, poems, and ritual unveiling led by George A. Powers. Eulogies emphasize fraternal duties, friendship, and usefulness. about 400 attendees mark a significant Woodcraft event.
Mrs E R Pierson of Auburn Centre Pu ti testifies that De King s New Discovery cured her long standing throat and chest troubles after other remedies failed. The remedy, sold by Wo Comatack Son s drug story, promises lasting relief with a 50 cent or one dollar price and a free trial bottle.
George Russel, a town resident, suffered severe facial injuries after an early morning incident at a stable. He was found prostrate with a right cheek cut requiring stitches, a bruised face, and neck injuries from possibly a kick, head strike, or trampling by a horse. He returned home around seven that evening.
In Wood county it is announced that taxpayers must pay their taxes by May 20 without the usual late penalty. The notice reinforces the traditional grace period ending on the 20th with no additional penalties applied.
Judge Fries rules that the county must pay most charges in the Spafford case except Sunday work and Spafford’s men expenses. The amount claimed totals around 600 to 700 dollars after four men were hanged. If no agreement is reached, a commission may be appointed to settle the sum.
A Waterville based company plans to equip and operate a creamery in Waterville, formed largely by local citizens. The venture promises strong prospects for Waterville Marmes Advance-Exa and follows advice that experience is the best teacher.
A Wood county meeting endorsed Clyde R Painter for State Senator in the 28th district. Delegates urged use of honorable means to secure the nomination at the Republican convention in Bowling Green on July 7 1008. The group established temporary then permanent organization with John W Grable chairman and J Hytchinsut secretary. Numerous delegates and alternates from towns including Bowling Green, Center, Liberty, and others were listed as supporting Painter with a continued note of continued convention participation.
Enthusiastic meeting of about 106 citizens in Bowling Green marks the first gun in the local option campaign. A central organization will be formed from each township voting precinct and district to organize campaigns, rallies start at the fair ground on Army Mouth, with an executive committee to be chosen to oversee county wide mobilization.
Core by Bull Henry Ordway of Jackson township is recovering after a mad bull trampled him in a barn stall. Ordered to water the tied animal, he was knocked down and gored with blunt horn. He suffered two broken ribs, abdominal and neck injuries, and remained unconscious three days despite medical care.
Advertisement warns against mercury containing catarrh remedies and praises Hall's Catarrh Cure from Toledo Ohio as a safe internal treatment. Claims the product cleanses the blood and mucous surfaces and is sold by druggists at 75 cents per bottle. includes testimonials and cautions about dangerous filers.
James L. Thompson Carl Mercer and William W. Repperd of Rudolph filed in the Toledo federal court a petition against Mutual Oil Company seeking wages and a receiver. A. A. Moody, Toledo deeming receiver for the oil firm, and George Brack’s non support arrest are noted. Breck’s indictment and related family provisions are mentioned as continued on the fourth page.
Julius Wittler and Misa Anna Stephan of Perrysburg were married June 30 1908 by Rev W B Schuette at 428 Erie Street Toledo. Best man William Kazmaier bridesmaid Minnie Stephan. They plan a brief visit then settle on Indian Ave. Home after July 10. Also J F Rider and Margaret Carroll wed at the bride’s grandmother’s home in Tontogany. The couple will start housekeeping at once in Tontogany.
Wood County Sunday schools are urged to attend a temperance rally in Bowling Green on the Fourth of July. Eminent speakers include Hon. John Rutledge, John B. Gunckle, and Mrs Anna Quimby. The event features bands, male quartets, a chorus, and about 600 children, with Sunday schools gathering at the Oak Street Baptist church.
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