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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1890
Page
1
Fragmented OCR outlines a tense exchange where insults target a mayor and youth, hinting at a town conflict affecting local interests. readable bits mention words like resignation and control without clear sequence or full names.
Classified real estate blurb outlines land parcels in Hoagitn township with prices around $2000. Mentions 19 acres and 84 miles study, listing by J. B. Parker at West 0. Bc. Abandoned plots and cultivation notes imply sale or entry processes.
Local shop features slippers and walking shoes for ladies and misses with many line items. Prices range from 90 cents to 2 dollars, with brands such as Burt Bros and McIntosh cited. Childrens shoes and men’s working footwear are advertised as well with claims of value and broad stock.
Legal notice states O3EPH DICKINSON is notified of an action filed April 1 1890 by G M Saltzberger attorney for the County Treasurer of Van Wert County Ohio. The summary indicates a sheriff or county financial matter with the state of Ohio.
Samuel A Baxter and unknown heirs petition in Van Wert County Ohio seeking to procure the northeast quarter for the southwest quarter of section twenty four in Van Wert County. The filing dates to 1890 and is before the Court of Common Pleas of Van Wert County. Plaintiffs attorney listed as Van Wert Ohio. April 25 1890. 6w.
Joseph J. Foster is notified that on the 38 day of March 1890 the Van Wert County Treasurer filed a petition in the Van Wert County Court of Common Pleas seeking judgment by May 24 1890. Plaintiff's attorney is G M Saltzaber.
Notice to heirs Jonzo Lundard deceased and Eugene Hester unknown residence that on April 1 1880 Van Wert County Treasurer seeks via case No 8970 court action to sell the east half of the northwest quarter section 21 township 1 range 2 east for taxes and penalties. Respond by May 24 1890 or default will be entered. Treasury of Van Wert County plaintiff’s attorney.
Notice to Contractors invites sealed proposals for erection of brick structure on new site in sub district No 2 Washington Township Van Wert County Ohio. Bids due May 17 1890 at noon. Board may reject any or all bids. Each bid must include guarantee for contract execution. T THUAX Clerk Delphos Ohio April 25 1890.
A 92 year old colored woman walked from Jackson Tennessee to Cleveland Ohio in search of her son. Fourteen damage suits totaling 59000 dollars filed against Springfield Ohio by bridge disaster victims. Commentary urges patronizing home dealers and avoiding traveling peddlers. Wm Manning dies in a Bethel Indiana church service on his knees. State insurance chief E Kemp and deputy appointments noted. Henry Philabaum, Miami County pioneer, dies of heart failure. his son dies two weeks earlier in same hour. Laura Barny, 16, at Springfield, poisons herself after parental reprimand. resuscitated, threatens repeat. Ohio law requires state and county officers to buy native livestock for consumption. Jury awards William Myer 99 cents in libel suit against Shield and Banner. costs listed. Peter Bormuth found dead in Hancock County barn. suspected suicide after daughter's death. Upper Sandusky Union quips about frauds amid reform, cites a Bowling Green incident with a staged bouquet. Thomee A. Wedge granted divorce and remarries the same day. fifth marriage in a year. Niagara Fuel Oil spinout reported via Findlay turf, price ~25000. Fostoria Democrat warns of sewing machine repair swindler. officers on his trail. advice to shun peddlers and repairmen to prevent robberies.
The article reports the sudden death of Senator James B. Beck of Kentucky from heart paralysis at the Baltimore and Potomac station. It outlines his career on tariff policy, service on Appropriations and Finance, and leadership in the Democratic caucus, noting his height, speaking style, and debate effectiveness. It also mentions Isabel Mallon joining the Ladies' Home Journal staff as a leading fashion writer.
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