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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1899
Page
3
A local ad lists yard wide high quality U I wool carpet at various per yard prices and mentions tapestry carpets Axminster Wilton velvet pieces and lace curtains. It promises low prices and a Frege dine selection with guest style guidance and domestic goods.
The event, under Chol Suulody auspices, features Hety people and several performers including Miay Cutler iy SU WEIL KHOWM. Audiences will hear Miss Migtus and Miss VeMpur in a program designed to entertain at Elan Mets and Haydn nator tus. Local figures Abe Clark and Mason WIZCMGIES are slated to present, with tickets available Saturday morning and seats expected to fill quickly.
Residents urge action to cut town light expenses seen at 100 dollars annually and push for a new elec tric plant linked to water works. Advocates claim large savings in Van Wart and other large towns with joined electric systems, while Home Guards prepare for a Cincinnati Northery train trip to Maniton BeachGlarks Lake events and local social notices are reported alongside a fire loss, a death, and Mennonite conference plans in Salem area.
Judge Mooney set a trial date and arraigned eight indictments amid chaotic proceedings. Accused include Ackley, Waltz, Roberts, and others charged with assault and rape related offenses. Several defendants pled not guilty, with some held for further hearings and bond set. The court also addressed robbing and chicken stealing cases, with pending sentences and a future trial schedule.
Early reports note several candidates for county offices including Adam Hirt for probate judge and Fo Alexander for the Geneva Assembly while A L Sweet and E S Matthias are groomed for other posts. The scene has party leaders urging vigilance as conventions approach. Street chatter hints at a shifting slate and local tension amid new party processes and a May 1 convention date.
The line of march for Decoration Day observances includes assembly of Scott Best Hour Walk On a path to decorate soldiers graves in Woodyada and conclude with services at Third Ward Park. A procession forms on Washington Street and proceeds via Sycamore Walnut Main to the park where Unknown Grave services will be held with music readings and a Lincoln Gettysburg address.
Prominent men Prof Ireland and Prof Morgan clashed Monday night amid school administration turmoil. Reports say Ireland accused Morgan of assault and the school board faced calls to remove the ex superintendent. Several attendees described the confrontation as heated though no formal action followed.
The council set a 120 day deadline to complete Main Street reconstruction with brick paving and grading by September 7. Contractor Gaundert of Mansfield will start excavating soon and push the work to open the business district during the fair.
Mrs DJ Evans in Stockbridge Mich visiting her parent Walter McCoy of Rockford and other local guests include Mrs Corwin Tihary of Pittsburg, Missdell, MiGiyren, and Mrs Earl Gleason. many residents listed as visitors, neighbors, and social calls across Van Wert, Delphos, Martinsville, Forest, and nearby communities with occasional business and civic notes.
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