Daring thieves raid bedchamber in Broad Daylight
About three oclock Saturday morning two masked burglars burst into North Jefferson street resident M Wilard’s home. They bound him to the bed, searched pockets, stole a watch, money, ring, silverware, and clothing, then warned him not to cry out. After locking him in his room they escaped. Wilard freed himself after two hours and alerted the police. Suspects are unclear, with hints of foreign or home talent. Wilard works for SK Webster & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M Wilard
Jeferson Street
JP Reed
Ils
Mr Willards
Willard
SK Webster & Co
Breach of Promise Case Involving Detling and Gertrude Snearly
A breach of promise suit filed in Cavett Township asks J G Detling to recover 1000 for injured affections and finances after Gertrude Snearly allegedly agreed to marry on December 25 1898 but later refused. Detling, agent for Cincinnati Northern, details preparations and expectations shattered by the defendant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J G
Detling
Ciocinat’ Northern
Cavett Union Township
Gertrude
Snearly
Courta Bere
Trouble at Scott amid pension board dispute and steer escape
In Scott two residents, Dr Winson and J H Rizor, clashed after a long-standing grudge over a note, with Winson striking Rizor and causing a scalp contusion though not serious. A steer escaped from Pennsylvania stockyards on West Main street, frightening locals until capture. William Snyder of Van Wert suffered severe heart disease while walking on Central avenue and was taken to Dr Morgan's office then home. his condition remained serious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winson
State Board of Pension Examiners
Sod
J H Rizor
Scott
Wilson
Pennsylvania Suck
West Main Street
Atrlckon Witt
William Snyder
van Wert
Central Avenue
RJ Morgan
Levi Riley
Fan Wert
Hub & Spoke Co
Christ Germayns Woods
Kirk
Important Probate Decision Impacts Darke County Estates
WW Wilson judge of Van Wert county ruled that executors must convert all real and personal property of Paul Brown deceased into cash to pay debts, despite a pending will contest. The decision, binding for creditors, underscores that estate settlement proceeds cannot be delayed by disputes over the will.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vereenville Tribune
Wilson
van Wert
Darke
Wilsonswurt
Paul Brown
Sirowns
Veter Brown
Common Pleas Court
Kollintt & Chenoweth
Automega
Awaid & Long Line
Utugatian
Stuckey Elected to State Board of Agriculture
Stuckey from Van Wert county was elected to the State Board of Agriculture at the Columbus annual meeting on the first ballot by 42 votes. The five year term fills a vacancy. several opponents contested the race, including Clark, Robison, Dundam, Taylor and others from various counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jr Stuckey
E B Guilbland
Dee Lewins
A A Giffin
Columbus
State Board of Agriculture
Stuckey
State Board
Sts
Asia
Mp Stuckey
van Wert
Clark
Guernsey County
T Robison
Seneca I
Stuckey van
Cincinnati Northern offices moved to Toledo and leadership changes
The Cincinnati Northern announces a relocation of general offices to Toledo on February 1 after January 11, with three circulars detailing leasing of the Detroit Dodoredo and Milwaukee line and office pay shifts. J B Flanders is named general superintendent of the consolidated system, replacing the former post held by Backus, who becomes master of transportation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati Northern General
Loledo
Detroit Doredo & Milwaukee
Cincinnati Northern
Toledo
Olstead
van Wert
J B Flanders
Consolidated
Flanders
Slanders
Backus
Middlepoint Man Arrested After Improbable Tale on Train
A Middlepoint man named James Magner was arrested on an eastbound train near Delphos after claiming a companion named Clit Wilson accompanied him. Magner was arraigned before Mayor Cochran and fined 3500. Witness Reeves testified Magner tried to shift blame, alleging others involved, but Magner reportedly fled the platform before detective actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Magner
Ringwald Farm
Accummond Holt
Middlepoint
Delphos
Reeves
Wagpee
Cochran
Magner
Clit Wilson
Jim
Stepper
Second Ohio to Remain in Service Through February Anniversary
Dispatches from the city papers indicate the Second Ohio will not be released from duty until mid February, possibly after the Maine anniversary. Captain Clink and Lt Clark report the unit must stay on to complete orders, with the regiment entering service in April of last year.
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Les
Persars
cMy
Mavuo Ga
Clink
Fenrary
Wis
Maine
Chi
Beachside entertainments boost Van Wert band support
Enthusiasm runs high as Van Wert prepares for a Kirmess style beachside program. Booths display community costumes, a cake wall entertains, and a parade opens the event with minstrel and vaudeville acts planned. Proceeds aim to benefit the local band.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
van Wert
Uiusual
Esery'fung
Counterfeit Cents Alarm Nationwide Currency Trade
The United States subtreasuries tighten scrutiny as counterfeit one cent pieces flood the market. A machine shortage spurred demand, counterfeiters churn out large quantities, and four cent pieces fetch less than their face value. Banks seek protective measures against this developing threat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Sunday School Convention and County Report Summary
Sunday School convention to be held in Van Wert with invited speakers experienced in Bundy school methods. Public school report for month ending January 14, 1809 shows total enrollment 141 and average attendance 120. Per ward distribution tallies and tardiness incidents noted. One oblique obituary item mentions Thomas Ndward Phomas from Wales, age 60, buried in Vene Gocta. details unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
van Wert
Fiesty
Central Banding
Foorth
Central
Nourth
Atxensea
BaGom
Finam Thomas
York Township
Wert County
Vene Gocta
Phomas
Wales
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Kardi
Oppssla Court House
H. V. Olney
Mainst
Southard Bros. van Werr
H. M. Willard
Saveres
Lette Nia
Witcum
Iribate
van Wert County
Ohio
OH Stuckey
Yao
Cincinnati
Kone Kogeba
van Werts Guardians of Peace
James Longster
Latty
Court of Lommon Pleas
Elizabeth Longster Roth
Washington Street
Kullar
Otta Kellar
Cipernati Northern
Grange
Pomona Grange
Warket
Bert Judrowa
Lumo
Witthiut
Suneidt
Ea Wa
Sieidt
Ante
Sheridan
Cht
Finnaylvania
New Jersey
Walawke
Manila
Henry Will
Washington Township
Thia
Ingtin
Ethel
Chas Hunter
Mansy
Wanna Hiaek Walarys
Mul Timber Fighent Co
Ryan
ReWmne Co
Frvebua
Joe
Jena
von Wert
Tim Bar
Dasie
Rsale
Sutheast
Venedacta
Hines & Son
Pioneer Drug Store
East Main-St
Tipue Wesee
Henry Davies
Clothier
Spears, the
Shoe Man
Home Guards of America
Obis
Supreme Medical Direct
Prof
Roentgen
STE
van Wert Gas Light CO
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