Railway extension eyed to connect Bowling Green and Tontogany
The L B E BG N Ry plans a route from Bowling Green to Tontogany paralleling the C H D Ky line. Probate court allows an electric line to cross property after amicable settlements with owners. The western Wood county area gains improved access to the county seat via connection with the Lima Toledo line through Weston and Deshler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bowling Green
Tontogany
L. BE
Wood County
Lima & Toledo Electric
Weston
Deshler
Sentinel
Deed for Fort Meigs Lands Sealed for Hayes Heirs
Hayes heirs and John B. Wilkon convey Ft Meigs land to Columbus authorities. About 86 acres in trust sold at about 800 dollars per acre, reflecting long holding and limited use for pasturage, deemed a reasonable price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Melga
Hayes
John B. Wilkon
Ft. Meige
Columbus
Trust of Land
Escape at Jackson Penitentiary Nets Two Inmates
John Sheets and Alexander McKenzie escaped from Jackson Michigan prison Friday at 11 p.m. using sawed window access. Sheets, a Toledo Brook crook previously jailed for horse stealing, had been transferred from Adrian after a fifteen year sentence. McKenzie, a Kent County lifer convicted of murder, is also missing.
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John Sheets
Wood County
Jackson
Mich
Woodville
Sheets
Malfi
Rolla
Grand Rapids
Ohio
Toledo Times
Toledo Brook
Adrian
Rogues’ Gallery
Alexander McKenzie
Kent County
Yellow Limited Cars Show Luxurious Traction Fleet
The Findlay Republican reports the T. A. & J. Traction company is repainting car No. 180 for limited service. Three traction lines will supply four cars each, all painted bright yellow and richly furnished inside. This is the second of four cars by the T. A. & T. to be delivered, with the rest to follow soon in the latest design and high speed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. A. & J. Traction Company
Findlay Republican
Celebration Planned For Fourth At Wood County Fair Grounds
Wood County Sunday School Association prepares a big Fourth of July celebration at Bowling Green fair grounds with Capt. Jack Crawford as main speaker at 12 30. A big picnic and many athletic events with over a dozen prizes. Schools must parade by 10, bannered entries, and runners must register by July first for events.
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Wood County Sunday School Association
Jack Crawford
Bowling Green
Wood County
Ohio
Perrysburg Banking Company Financial Statement, 1907
The report lists assets and liabilities for Perrysburg Banking Company at Perrysburg Ohio as of June 17 1907. Key figures include cash and due from banks, loans and discounts, real estate, furniture and fixtures, capital stock, and undivided profits. T. M. Franey signs as cashier with M. B. Cook as justice of the peace verifying the document.
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State of
Ohio
Norman
Hanson
Orman
State of Ohio
County of Wood
D. K. Hollenbeck
Perrysburg
Oso
T. M. Franey
Perrysburg Banking Co
M. B. Cook
Justice of the Peace
Remarkable Rescue in Bedora Bedora Bedora
Bedora Tena resident C V Pepper recounts a dramatic recovery from severe lung and throat hemorrhages after starting Dr. King's New Discovery. He credits instant relief from coughing to the remedy, noting bleeding diminished rapidly and return to work in three weeks. Available for 60 cents and one dollar at Wm Comstock & Son's drug store.
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Bedora
Tena
C. V. Pepper
Comatock & Son
Perrysburg Celebration Highlights County Saloons and Tax
Wood County now has fifty saloons with licenses paid for six months. Seven towns saw changes from prior counts as North Baltimore Cus tar and Lemoyne lost outlets while Perrysburg gained one. Cigarette sales are limited to five spots, mainly in Bowling Green. The liquor tax distributes funds to state towns county and various funds with sums listed for each locale.
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Wood County
North Baltimore
Custar and
Lemoyne
Millbury
Portage
Perrysburg
Bowling Green
Weston
Bairdstown
Bradner Custar
Cygnet
Grand Rapids
Dephan
Custar
Pemberville
Lake Township
Ross Township
Troy Township
YACHT AND MOTOR BOAT RACES AND OTHER CONTESTS
The celebration features yacht and motor boat races with brass bands, fireworks, and a full program of contests. Events include baseball games Perrysburg vs Waterville, pole climbing, tug of war, wheel barrow, nail driving, foot races for men and boys, women and seniors, bicycle and motorcycle races, horse running, pitching, a fire department display, Woodmen drill, grand orations, and band concerts with a fireworks display throughout the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterville
Perrysburg
Defiance Fys
Perrynburg
Woodmen of the World
Ohio
Court House News on Railway Condemnation and Divorces
In probate court Thursday L B G N Ry Co sought a right of way to extend its line to Tontogany in condemnation proceedings against Eliza Houck. Ruth Shafer’s divorce petition was refused earlier, and now her husband George Shafer’s divorce request is denied, citing cruelty and alleged marriage for property.
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Eliza Houck
Tontogany
Ruth Shafer
George Shafer
Weston
Defamation of Character Petition in Milton Center
Lettie M. Emahiser sues Nancy Main through James and Kelly for slander seeking 15,000 dollars. Allegations include stealing eyes and purloining a neighbor's chickens with damages listed as 8, 5, 6 thousand dollars respectively. Parties reside in Milton Center.
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Lettie M. Emahiser
Nancy Main
James & Kelly
Milton Center
Perrysburg to Defiance Baseball Doubleheader Set
Manager Munger schedules two games on the fourth. At 10 a.m. Perrysburg faces Waterville, followed by Perrysburg versus Defiance at 2 p.m. The doubleheader showcases local teams with a morning and afternoon matchup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Munger
Perrysburg
Waterville
Dean's Kidney Pills Endorsement and Cure Claim
A Toledo railroad worker cites a yard master’s cure from back and kidney troubles using Dean's Kidney Pills. The ad claims lasting relief for strain related aches and urinary issues, urging purchase from Foster-Milburn Co. Buffalo as sole U.S. agents. Also notes Bucklen's Avalon Balm for pile and skin sores with a testimonial from John Garrett praising recovery after 40 years of pain.
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William H. Webster
Lake Shore
Stratton Street
Toledo
N. J. Mannes
Dean
Ling
JT Fave
Foster-Milburn Go
Buffalo
New York
Vis
United States
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Citizens Banking Company
Davis
Pres
James C, Troup
Norman I
Jacophiel Cashier
Hartshorn
Mat Chapman
Chapman
CS Beck
John Perrin
Fuller
Kay Ann
WM. C, Perrin
Bonar Tmunger
A. J. Witzler
O. Tonfogany
Bell
John H. O'Leary
Nicholas Building
Oledo
F.eugene Rheintrank
Far.oatspitver
John Zurfluh
Summit St
Monroe St
Frederick C. Averill
Spitzer
Roscommon
Ogeman Counties
Indiana
Illinoise
J. F. Johnston
Roscommon, Mich
W. H. Hoagland
Howling Green
LE Bg, & N. Electric Line
FT. Meigs
Michigan
Hoan
W. G
A. ©. Fuller
Financial Report
Act of Ohio
Court House News
Bucklen
John Garrett
North Mills
Comstock & Ban
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