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Newspaper
Van Wert Weekly Bulletin
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1890
Page
5
Advert says extreme heat melted prices on entire stock including suits pants summer coats vests shirts and undergarments for men and boys with special low prices to clear room for fall stock arriving soon. Largest stock and lowest prices emphasized.
The Weekly Bulletin offers three months free to new readers until after the November election at 25 cents. Subscribers get two months added, with a trial incentive for family delivery. A cross offer provides five copies to any post office for three months at one dollar. A club can be formed by sending names and funds. Offer valid until September 1.
Peter Richmond has resigned as foreman of the Mackinaw repair shops and W. C. Mitchell from the south is now foreman.
Mr. J. O. Mozier the cheerful clerk at Chilcote's grocery withdraws his candidacy for Recorder. He is described as a hustler with many friends backing him.
Two days ago a crane nearly six feet from tip to tip was captured near Glenn's crossing east of town. The bird is described as unusually large and remains in custody of its possessor, Elsworth Anson.
A ten year old son of Mrs. Dr. Dix was playing with a target pistol Wednesday when the ball skimmed his left side and passed half way around his body creating a nasty flesh wound but not endangering life. He is expected to recover.
The mayor asks newspapers to declare that any person caught drawing water from fire cisterns for private use will be prosecuted, citing a prior council resolution outlawing the practice.
Several ladies solicit gifts of clothing provisions or money for the destitute Thompson family. Abled helpers may leave items at Brown Fronefield's grocery the office of T S Gilli land or with Long Wappner before 3 o'clock Saturday afternoon.
Van Wert Canton returns from Chicago with a total prize money of 930 dollars. They placed first in class D earning 800 dollars, plus 80 for best commander Captain Evers and 50 for Chevalier Campbell in an individual drill. Ohio teams earned many prizes and the regiment’s units gained national recognition. Major J. I. Ream leads a battalion and is credited with effective work.
Unknown person set fire to a gas well on Jennings road near Spice Run. The well, abandoned and producing sulphur water, burns fiercely with casings red hot and a half mile roar heard. Firefighters face difficulty stopping the blaze. the arsonist should be caught and jailed.
Spencerville came over Wednesday and took the scalp from the first nine of this city. The game was off day for both sides and spectators found little interest. The score yesterday stood 12 to 8 with Van Wert likely having the stronger nine, but it was the second team that prevailed.
The article notes continued drought affects crops but hunger for the fair remains. It highlights strong stock exhibits, improved grounds, generous premiums, and plans for September 2 to 5 as the county prepares the greatest fair yet in Ohio. Directors are praised for their dedication and the agricultural society is widely known.
John A. Smith of Liberty township died Saturday from septicemia after a decade long pelvic bone disease ostemyelitis. Born in Germany in 1824 he immigrated as a child, helped found the Clover Leaf railroad, operated lumber and manufacturing ventures, and served as infirmary director and justice of the peace. He leaves a wife and five children. funeral and interment were held Monday at Tomlinson church.
Mr. Ackom, a Poland China hog breeder, displayed a litter pig in Harrison Township that resembled an elephant. The creature had oversized ears a long trunk and a single tusk with feet turned upward. The trunk emerged from the forehead and curved over the mouth.
Prof. Kulp will perform a balloon ascent and parachute drop at the fair ground on September 3. A. Lynch notes the event aims to regain favor with Van Wert residents and expects a large crowd, hoping for a successful attempt after prior failures.
Pioneers and ex-soldiers of Mercer county will hold a reunion at Mendon on the 21st and 22nd of this month. General W. H. Gibson will be the attraction both days, and an immense crowd is expected.
Reports confirm Charley Davis, about thirty, was killed by a railway accident two miles west of Delphos while riding train 94. He was intoxicated at boarding, fell twice, and the body was brought back for a local funeral after an inquest began.
A new stone crossing is placed across South Washington street from the alley north of Mrs Conn's business room to the alley north of T S Gilliland's office. The post office crossing will be torn away drawing public outcry over reduced convenience and safety.
The village council met with seven members present and approved minutes from the prior meeting. L Meredith was re elected to the Board of Health, L Slade filled a vacancy, I H Malick filed a ditch report, and a Kepler street sewer cost assessment was reset with new assessors Jones Collins and Clark. The Elm and Monroe street sewer contract was awarded for 285 dollars.
The county fair races are set to be the best yet with purses 40 percent higher than last year and six more stalls needed for the growing number of horses. Van Wert track ranks among the state’s best, offering some of the heaviest purses. Fast horse enthusiasts should attend the fair.
A fire yesterday on the Ohio Improvement Company's farm north of Convoy burned nineteen large stacks of hay. The blaze caused a loss of several hundred dollars as hay prices rise before winter.
The firm promotes yard wide unbleached muslin at 5 cents, a better width at 6-1-4 cents, and bleached muslin at 7 cents, reflecting competitive textile pricing from I Seelberg and Co.
A. H. Watts, foreman of the Mackinaw repair shops, is appointed acting master mechanic after F. W. Dubert resigns. Watts will command the machinery and car departments and is congratulated on his promotion.
Col Bliss authorizes the Delphos Courant to state he cannot be a Congressional candidate from this district. He is in too feeble health to endure a political campaign.
Prohibitionists of the county will hold their county convention on August 27 at the fair ground. The event includes a basket picnic and the nomination of a county ticket.
A shed kitchen at Adam Stuckey’s home in York township lost its roof in a fire last Friday afternoon. Neighbors gathered and helped prevent the blaze from spreading further.
The firm McCoy & Vorp on East Main Street dissolves as Mr Vorp retires. The business will be continued at the old stand by Mr McCoy.
O G Good, a young man from the Denman farm area near Middlepoint, forged signatures on a 300 note at the First National Bank. Despite admitting the act, officials found his mental state erratic and the bank declined to prosecute, releasing him.
We present excellent values in black dress goods and silk from I. Seelberg & Co. The announcement highlights curated fabrics and favorable pricing aimed at shoppers seeking quality textiles.
Tuesday night a free-for-all fight occurred at the Grand Opera House involving a weekly crowd who dance there. There were minor injuries but no arrests as marshals stood by and the crowd dispersed early, prompting condemnation of such gatherings and calls for better hall oversight.
W F Hire suffered critical injuries after a runaway horse upset his buggy west of Convoy. He was found unconscious, dislocated shoulder and severe head bruises, transported to Convoy and treated by Dr. R L Crooks. transfer home delayed due to condition.
A list of letters remaining at the Van Wert Ohio post office for the week ending August 14 1890 includes Andrews J A Book Ida Brown Mr Crates Dester Devore Asa M Goodwin Mrs Myra Hamlet David Klinger Michael Melchi Chas McFarland Alice Morgan J M Murray Laura Richie Mary Ray Jessie Sherman Frank Tompkinson Albert Wisenhawer Mrs Willey Chas Yost George Persons callers must say advertised with date A T Dartney P M also notes Eli Kimmel fell while working on the Fronefield Greene building sustaining a broken rib and bruises he is at home on the South Side receiving care.
The infant child of Mr and Mrs Seymore Scott of Lima died yesterday morning. The remains were brought to this city today for burial at the home of Mr C C Clark on East Main Street, with funeral set for Saturday at nine o clock. An adjourned term of Common Pleas Court opened Tuesday with Judge Day presiding. Court work ended at noon Wednesday after hearing motions demurrers and rendering judgments. No session until October.
A long list of residents and relatives visiting or returning from trips. Names include Charley Cupp, Frank Bethards, Mrs. C. A. Murray, H. H. Updegrove, Frank W Purmori, Carrie and Lucy Bleock, Ora Comer, Rev. Geo. A. Smith, Delbert and Albert McMillen, Mrs. D. P. Wappner, Mrs. Marsh Burge, S. B. Austin, C. L. Clippinger, Minnie Balyeat, Nan Johns, Carrie Pearson, Anna and Lena Webster, Lydia Mauk, J. H. Spridgeon, Mrs. J. S. Zook, N. L. Williams, John A. Conn, Mrs. J. M. Craig, D. R. Boyd, Wm. Yager, Bessie Tudor, S. B. Bradbury, D. T. Carper, A. B. Gleason, Rev. Elijah Coil, Maggie Casey, W. H. Mozier and Laura, A. B. Spach, Daisy and Anna Garrett, C. L. Van Cleve, Harry Conn, Burt Stutsman, Levi and Aaron Jacobs, Mon Younger, Ida Stilson, Mrs. H. W. Evans, Jennie Rice, T. M. LeHew, Mrs. Will Gross, Lillie Hughes, Rae Holland, Hattie Hall, Flossie, J. S. Stuckey, E. E. Chambers, J. W. Nicodemus, D. J. Giffin, E. H. Hester, Anna Myers, Eva Patterson, Kit Christian, Jennie Patterson, John Peterson, George Shhroeder, and other hotel guests and travelers in the area.
Van Wert delegates to the Columbus mass convention of farmers returned home praising the event. They denounce Democratic papers for alleging the convention served the Republican party and say all party matters were strictly prohibited. More coverage is promised next week.
The third District G. A. R. brigade reunion will be held in Van Wert on October 9 bringing together veterans from Van Wert, Allen, Mercer, Paulding and Defiance counties. Brigade commander W. OC. Tingle from Columbus Grove assures a successful event with a warm welcome planned.
The Bulletin expresses thanks to the Hon. L. Meredith for providing copies of Salt Lake City papers aiding its reporting and archival efforts.
Five residence lots were sold Saturday afternoon in Dickinson's addition for a total of $750.
A community festival will be held at the hall of Convoy Grange on Thursday August twenty first inviting all residents to attend.
Mrs J I Higgins will give a reception this evening in the parlors of the Hotel Marsh in honor of her sister Mrs Williamson of Tennessee.
A local editor T. J Wilkinson of the Republican announces a birth among the paper staff friends. He passes cigars to the boys last Friday and offers congratulations to the happy parents.
The decennial board of equalization met Wednesday to organize. The board comprises commissioners the auditor and surveyor. It will equalize real estate values for the next decade.
A young girl living near Potts Corners fell Monday and tore a long deep gash in her right arm after catching it on a nail. Dr. Hastings treated and dressed the wound.
Mr. C. C. Ensminger, of this city, is now day operator at Monroeville. As he has only worked in a telegraph office six months, he is justly entitled to rank as a good one. His promotion is deserved.
Wednesday marked Miss Ollie Frone Field’s 22nd birthday with a surprise gathering at her home. Guests enjoyed a pleasant evening as she recovered from the surprise and proved a charming hostess.
W. J. Foss of Mackinaw was playing catch in the park Tuesday evening when a fast ball struck his right hand between the last two fingers, breaking the little finger. He will be unable to play ball for some time.
At the close of Friday's Teachers Institute, W. C. Miller was chosen president Maggie Rose vice president Chloe Longsworth secretary and T Fostnaught C M Deniston and Ida Paeasler elected to the executive committee. A man nicknamed Happy Joe appeared before Mayor Balyeat on drunken disorderly charges and paid part of a fifteen dollar fine with promises to cover the rest. He and others had allegedly attempted to leave town without paying earlier last Thursday night.
Eliza Lowrey mother of James L. and Fremont Lowrey died at her home on Cemetery street after a congestive chill. She was 73 and had lived a full life. Funeral services were held Sunday at 4 PM at the house, conducted by Rev. W. H. Lilly of the English Lutheran Church.
The Beverly West Virginia Enterprise reports Rev J H Fitzwater of Beverly lectured at the Presbyterian church on What to Do and How to Do It He argued liquor traffic holds supreme political power harms society and the home and should be driven back to hell He is described as a forceful entertaining speaker critical of whiskey influence.
Marshal Rose investigated a Friday night disturbance at the city prison. Three inmates attempted to dig through walls, making a hole between cells and a breach in the north wall. The piece notes the building is insecure and suggests iron lining or a stone pile to prevent escapes.
District Deputy A A Giffin forms Lafayette Grange at Middlepoint with 51 charter members. Officers include Master J C Armstrong Overseer R F Kiger Lecturer B W Priddy Steward L Armstrong and others. Mrs Joseph Grenemire of Harrison township dies at 34 from an ovarian tumor, leaving a husband and two children.
A local promotion touts Kemp's Balsam as a cure for coughs and colds. It claims widespread success in the community, urges readers to ask users, and notes large bottles priced 50 cents and 1.00 with a free sample bottle available at druggists.
Prohibitionists of Van Wert county plan a mass convention at the fair ground in Van Wert on Wednesday August 27 at 10 am to nominate candidates for the November election. A basket picnic will follow with attendance invited from all parties and speakers including E C Dimviddie. Women expected to attend. bring filled baskets for a social gathering. By order of Committee.
Detroit Exposition and Fair runs Aug 26 to Sep 5 with one round trip fare via Toledo St Louis and Kansas City Railway. Grand lake and rail excursion to Detroit and Mackinac on Aug 25 offers about a quarter fare. C C Jenkins G P A Toledo Ohio.
Grand Commandery Knights Templar at Toledo announces one fare round trip for August 20, 1890. Rate from Van Wert is 2.60 dollars. Tickets on sale August 19 and 20 good only on stamped day and limited for return passage on trains leaving Toledo by August 23, 1890. W M Fruanarry, Agent.
An affidavit from Detroit Michigan details a Cuban or Pine Island parrot owned by James B. Wilkinson of 21 Grand River Avenue. Wilkinson says he has kept the parrot five years and refused a $100 offer, stating he would not take $500 for it now.
At the bride’s parents home in Liberty township on August 7, Elsworth Brown wed Miss C valli Hoffman by Rev. W. Wolff. The couple has been active in society and church work and will soon move to Georgia where Brown will oversee a school.
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