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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1885
Page
2
In Van Wert, debates rouse voters as Democrats face strong losses. Prohibition gains appear split across parties while Foraker leans for it. Local editor praises Gordon’s tenure as sheriff and notes election night bands and weather as factors in outcomes. Cardinal McCloskey dies in New York at 75.
The piece reviews county and statewide election results with mentions of Corbet and Hoadly Foraker debates and the Republican gains. It notes voter turnout in Van Wert county, shifts in party influence, and commentary on the presidency. Also includes local notices from Pleasant Township and Enterprise about new industry, residents, and social events.
Local notes report Miss Ida Cook of Delphos returning home after visiting sister Mrs Wallick. Updates mention Adda Armstrong visiting Lima friends, C E Yost of Waldron Mich and A A Manship of Delaware Ohio in town, and F L Dustman of Van Wert seen on the streets. Also notes move of Prof Hufford, visiting Hargraves family, nutting with youths, L E Arney as info source, Lottie Crosby hired to teach north of town, and a stockholders meeting for the Normal School with Prof Boyd as speaker.
Sheriff Charles Gordon advertises sale by execution in Van Wert County Ohio on October 21 1885 at Wiltshire for personal property including barrel hoop machinery and fixtures, straw cutter lathe and more, plus the Saum frame building. Cash on day of sale. Martin Brown listed in person. PF $500.
Notice to Teachers states examinations will be held on the last Saturday of each month including March April May September October and November with additional exams on the second Saturday. Swett's School Methods and Payne's Science and Art of Education are recommended texts. Applicants pay 15 cents, furnish certificates of good moral character, and must be endorsed by a Board member. Examinations start at 9 a.m. with Board endorsement required. M H Tuttle, Secretary. Feb 10, 82-tf Leraneach
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