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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1888
Page
2
A vivid claim crowns Frestar's Unloader as the boldest business move in Van Wert County history. The Star notes broad local interest from readers who visited the paper this week, hinting at a major local business moment.
The Star announces a January sale titled Red on White to boost county sales. It claims prior months set record clothing trade and promises deep markdowns on overcoats gloves and underclothing to clear $8,000 to $10,000 worth of stock while urging customers to visit in person to compare and buy at reduced prices.
A bar at the Hotel Marsh has been refitted and reopened to the public. Also noted are a serious accident at Union Mills injuring Nelson Hatfield, a large upcoming dance at the Pavilion with 300 invitations, the death of Sam McQuown of erysipelas, county special work divisions, English Lutheran church officer elections, Harrison Grange installation, and a coal oil offer at 15 cents a gallon from Onto Drug Store.
J W Nolan, a Kenton, Ohio man long traveling as a roof painter, was found dead in a ditch two miles north of Scott along the Mackinaw railroad. Inquest blamed drunken accident, though rumors of foul play circulated. Nolan had left Kenton over a year ago and family hoped for his return. officials deny train involvement.
Local items report news stand moves to the post office and new lease on Cole house by C W Webster. Illness of Jas Tolan arouses concern. January 28 total lunar eclipse noted for stargazers. Oil wells expected in Jennings township by Marks Oil Co. Legislation proposed on railroad fare two cents per mile. Teachers Institute in High School hall January 21. Pension totals from government and soldiers' claims discussed. Lectures and dances noted at Pavilion and Grand. Various short notices on community figures, travel, and local business developments.
Robert Kirkland an 85 year old resident four miles east of the city made a suicide attempt on his wife death grave in Stewart burying ground. He was found with his throat cut and his right foot frozen, alive after extensive injuries. Doctors feared only a limited chance of survival with possible amputation if he lived. He died the following Saturday evening and was buried Monday. The narrative notes his despondency after his wife's death and his good character, with sorrow in the community.
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