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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1899
Page
3
Yard wide heavy all wool carpet at 906 reads like local ad for various carpets: ingrain tapestry moquette and Wilton Velvet options with prices per yard and per pair, plus lace curtains and remnant pieces. The ad invites customers to see the latest productions and promises good value.
Local court records reveal Moore and Hetzler tied to a burglary ring at a chicken coop and Samuel Snodgrass farm. Dayton officials, led by Mayor Osburn, bound them over to keep the peace as multiple counts await trial.
Sheri Webster and Detective J Reeves led a team to Convoy to arrest John Roberts and William Johnson for a two car wreck on April 2. The suspects pleaded guilty, were bound over in 600 bail, and sent to await trial. Sheriff Webster later auctioned three parcels of land at the courthouse door, with Ireland, Bulyeat, and Matthews among bidders.
A laible fire swept the hoaglin barn of George Ketzenbarger in Taighn township Friday afternoon, destroying the structure and most contents. A blaze quickly spread, horses inside were escaped or killed, and insurance details were noted. Other items mention Mrs James Potter's Home Guards certificate, alimony suit filings, and local arrests.
Town council discussed repairing sidewalks from Maple to Crawford streets used by schoolchildren en route to Central building. North Washington street sidewalks to be fixed. Tyler Street opening proposed with school board cost sharing. Sunday police staffing debated. motion to hire one officer for 17 hours at $10 daily approved. Street committee to address Main Street pole removal and other street needs.
An insurance arrangement involving James Woll, Jr Laale, MB Evers and the firm James Woolstr & S shifted ownership and control of the agency. Seventeen insurance coins and a plate life policy are cited as part of the deal. The exact future of the agency remains unclear as the new owners determine continuance.
Thieves forced entry to Mrs Jas E Morrison of West Crawford street by a rear window and looted the house. A gold watch, a ring, two lints and three pairs of trousers were taken along with clothing. The robbers fled as the Morisons returned, leaving clothing near Ohio City later recovered by a finder. Authorities search for several suspects active in Liberty township and surrounding areas.
A Wednesday afternoon closing transfers contracting interest from Rilag ster Ce WR ant Solan Nau Clo Dap se ETT ele Del blag Fonte ve Relpne Heratt to Alex Shek and Toho 1 Dandgarin while Delphos Mowe Pdulne company remains the issuer. Principal stockholders G Mosalsgder Gu W kohn and Jon Vin Liaw of Van Wert sell to Lindenrin and Shenk, withDelphos residents expected to hold majority. The system is described as sound and yielding steady payments.
The Cincinnati Inquirer reports a new Pension Examining Surgeons board formed at Vin Wert Ohio following Washington recommendations. Members include M Cramer David and FDP Kreider with Gra mer, Kreider, and Oasis named for Ohio City Vin Wert and Venedia. The retiring members listed were Shatfoer Wilshire Wilson Scott id and Hines Van Wert. Details of the change appeared in later apatches.
The Order of Home Guards announces a Wednesday excursion featuring a charity picnic and cheap ride, inviting friends to join for a day of fishing, bunting, swinging and boating at a resort. A round trip fare is promised as a great seasonal value, with hotel sponsor names appearing in local notices.
A Wednesday blaze on Scott Street caused alarm among residents as efforts to contain the fire continued through the morning. Authorities reported smoke and heat affecting nearby homes while crews worked to prevent spread and determine the cause of the incident.
A man reports strong flavor from Corn Juice tobacco, bought cheaply through Major Comer who secured a large lot at low prices. The new brand has generated fever among tobacco chewers and set a sales record. Comer the Tobacco Man promotes the line through his Idlers Home shop. Meanwhile a spring excursion to Soldiers Howe is announced with specific train times and return schedules from Van Wert.
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