13 Dec 1895
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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1895
Page
1
The column critiques McKinley for weak presidential leadership while noting GOP divisions. It recalls Reed's congress and Bushnell's upcoming inauguration, laments reformers and tariff disputes, and mentions wool growers, the Chicago Referee listing bicycle wheels, and 1896 Grand Army encampment plans. It also reports on Vest gold find near Meroni and prior dividends.
The twenty third annual Ohio State Grange meeting in Van Wert ended with over 300 delegates and an equal number of guests. A reception drew crowds, 18 new Granges and 19 re‑established, 22 candidates conferred, and 114 welcomed into the sixth degree. Resolutions urged farmer organization, dairy and food regulation, tax and election reforms, and direct election of U S Senators.
The ad touts deep discounts on boys and men’s clothing including overcoats from 1 to 5 dollars, men’s suits from 2.90 to 6.00, 50 to 75 cent overalls, and cheap wool pants and socks. It promises good wearers and urges early call for a limited window sale with numerous low prices and bold claims of value.
Boston, Mass. Dec 10 Josily Quincy Democrat is elected Mayor by a 4976 plurality from a 91000 registration with about 50000 voting. Democrats sweep to control including Aldermen a Street Commissioner and 3 school board. Brady sermon cited as factor as Hebrews and Germans supported Quincy. two year term under new charter replaces one year.
The Republican National Committee met in Washington to pick the convention date of June 1 1889 and move the site from Chicago or Pittsburgh to St Louis on the Mississippi. The decision marks a setback for McKinley backers as St Louis tops rival bids, reshaping the race for the presidential nomination.
The store invites holiday shoppers to visit for careful selections of newest and best Christmas novelties at low, uniform prices. They emphasize desirable options for all kinds of people and insist prices are right.
A funeral notices mourns Brother H B Smith with regret and hope of happiness for the departed. The group extends sincere condolence to Smith's family and declares ten days of mourning. An old newspaper notices discontinuing some lines while inviting readers to visit the store for continued offerings.
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