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Newspaper

Van Wert Weekly Bulletin

Location

Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1890

Page

4

Republican State Ticket and Convention Rhetoric

The piece describes Republican nominees Daniel J. Ryan for Secretary of State Thaddeus A. Minshall for Supreme Judge and Frank J. McCulloch for Board of Public Works. It notes local expectations and details about Democratic influence, conventions at Springfield and party calls for tariff and election bills.

Board of Public Works Frank J. McCulloch Cat Brick New York Springfield New Yorker

Ohio Hopefuls Face Off in State Contests

Turre names James E. Campbell as a Democrat backing Major McKinley. If McKinley loses Congress, Campbell would confront him in the next Ohio gubernatorial race amid statewide political tension.

Turre Ohio Major McKinley James E. Campbell McKinley Congress Gov Campbell

Wisconsin humorist Gro W Peck runs for Governor

Gro W Peck a comedian from Wisconsin has decided to seek the Democratic nomination for Governor. The piece suggests Republicans may try to blunt his appeal as the campaign progresses.

Gro. W. Peck Wisconsin

Republican candidates to speak in city on September 25

Hon. Daniel J. Ryan and Hon. Frank McCulloch will give speeches in this city on Thursday September 25. The county convention is likely to be held that day.

Daniel J. Ryan Frank McCulloch Board of Public Works

Democrats Claim Harsh Times From County Convention

The Democrats announce hard times as they meet to renominate Auditor Harvey who presided during an era that led taxpayers to pay over three hundred dollars on two ditches. The statement frames this as Democratic consistency.

Harvey

Massillon nominates Major McKinley for Congress

A Massillon Republican convention chose Major William McKinley to lead the ticket amid strong ovations. Factories closed for a workers holiday as bells and shop whistles celebrated the nomination. Supporters expect a 2500 vote margin against the Democratic gerrymander and urge McKinley to win on protection principles.

Ture Massillon Wm. McKinley McKinley Major McKinley

What Plan Can Be Adopted to Stop Vote Buying

Farmers from both parties in Van Wert County urge a plan to end vote buying and selling. They decry money influence in elections and call for a quick public conscience and penalties on both buyers and sellers to safeguard free government.

Bulleetin Hepublicans VanWert County

Census shows growth of churches and denominations in the United States

The New York Independent reports 151,291 churches a gain of 8,500 in the last year and 906,000 new members, led by Methodists at 4,980,000 and Catholics at 4,676,000. Lutherans show the highest percentage gain. General Grant anecdote follows about ladies kissing him, ending with a quip about Vicksburg.

New York Methodist Church

No Hindrance to Crime in Ohio Pardons Policy

Statewide condemnation arises over pardons and Ohio penitentiary mismanagement. The Board of Pardons allegedly overruns court verdicts, freeing murderers and felons, while condemned criminals supposedly evade penalties. A recent scandal links a murderer with a Columbus married woman, fueling public anger at lax justice.

Ohio Board of Pardons Columbus

How General Grant Was Captured at a Chicago Fair

The tale recalls General Grant and his wife visiting the 1865 Chicago sanitary fair. Thousands welcomed him with enthusiasm until a group of booth girls moved to intercept, creating an unintended capture by admirers in a vivid Civil War epilogue recorded by Mary A. Livermore.

General Grant Booth Mrs. Livermore Vickburg Grant Chicago Gen. Grant Carlyle

Republicans in District Nominate Congress Candidate

The district Republican group urges immediate selection of a congressional candidate, stressing timely action to field a strong nominee for the race.

McClure and Powell Married in August Ceremony

Grant A. McClure of Paulding and Margaret A. Powell of Van Wert county wed on August 28, 1890, in a West Main Street residence ceremony conducted by Rev. A. Lee.

McClure—Powell A. Lee West Main Street Grant A. McClure Paulding Co Margaret A. Powel van Wert County

DomestIc Autocrat Nurse In Private House Story

A North Sea codfisher carries 7 200 fathoms of lines with 4 680 hooks. The tale from the Mlinois club features a bachelor railing at a hospital nurse who becomes a czar in a private home driving out servants and family. He recalls champagne, secrets, and a dying sister as he questions nursing rules.

Mlinois Club Egypt May Frank Jack New York Telegram

Ohio State University a premier state institution praised

A detailed, admiring overview of the Ohio State University in Columbus. The 320 acre campus includes a $40 000 to $50 000 chemistry building, Western style facilities, and extensive laboratories. Dr Detmers Prof Lazenby and President Scott lead a 35 member faculty with 9000 volumes in the library. The piece notes high standards, compulsory drill and daily religious exercises, and outlines affordable costs and dormitory options for Van Wert students seeking a free scholarship through the Van Wert Agricultural Society this coming fair week.

Ohio State Uniiversity C. M. Crooks Ridge Township van Wert County van Wert Agricultural Society Ohio Union Oberlin Delaware Wooster Wittenberg van Wert Ohio State University City of Columbus Agricultural Experiment Station High St Detmers Lazenby Orton Scott State Library Geological Museum Eastern Colleges Cornell Young Men’s Christian Association Newman and Foster John Bascom Washington Gladden

Bulletin and Commercial Gazette Price Offer

The Bulletin and Commercial Gazette are priced at $1.50 a year. This rate invites readers to subscribe for a year of local news, notices, and market updates.

The Bulletin and Commercial Gazette

Monastic Chefs and Delicacies Across France Mentioned

Paris Cor. Chicago Inter Ocean notes monks and nuns influence on French foods and drinks. Abbe Bonnetard leads oyster culture at La Teste. Canon Agen and Marmoutiers monks shaped terrines and rillettes. Chartreuss, Trappistine and Benedictine liqueurs reflect monastic origin. champagne credited to a monk.

Abbe Bonnetard la Teste France Canon Agen Nerac Tours Paris Cor Chicago Inter- Ocean

Salazie and Orizaba Race Through Suez Canal

A long Atlantic voyage became a canal race as the French steamer Salazie and English steamer Orizaba chased each other from Melbourne to Marseilles via Suez. The Salazie stayed ahead through the Indian Ocean and Red Sea while the Orizaba closed the gap but could not pass.

Atlantic New York Liverpool Salazie Orizaba Melbourne Marseilles Suez Canal Adelaide South Australia Mediterranean

Luminous microbes light sand fleas as naturalists report

A French scientific periodical notes microbes causing phosphorescence in talitrus sand fleas. A single specimen glowed greenish on the shore with lamp like antennae and a luminous claw. Inoculated talitres glowed white for days then died as illumination faded.

Trains Delayed by Washout on Chesapeake and Ohio Line

Heavy rains washed away the Cabin Creek bridge on the C O road six miles above Mayfield causing eastbound trains to be delayed. Local crews assess replacement options and service resumes as repairs proceed.

Mayysville Cabin Creek Chesapeake and Ohio Road

Prices Current Review of Stock and Cattle Markets Aug 27

Review of the stock money and cattle markets for August 27 shows money on call easy at 5 6 percent, exchange dull with quoted bills and demand prices. Cotton and grain prices mixed across various markets with Chicago and Toledo listings. cattle hogs and sheep ranges provided for multiple regions, including prime, good, and common grades.

Cayenne Pepper in Candy Samples In Canada Store

A traveler recalls sampling candy in a Canadian shop only to find cayenne pepper in every piece. He notes the surprise and criticizes free tasting before purchase as a common American practice.

Canada New York Tribune

Royal Autographs at Washington

A Washington Letter notes state department records hold romantic and political letters from rulers. It highlights love letters of George Washington Maj. Eaton and Alexander Hamilton and praises royal autographs as the nation’s finest collection.

Washington United States George Washington State Department Pogey O'Neill Maj. Eaton Jackson Washington Society Alexander Hamilton Reynolds Europe Morocco

The First Symptoms of Death and Blood Purifier Claim

A historical ad asserts tiredness dull head pains feverishness pimples indicate poisoned blood and promises purification to avoid death. It credits Dr Acker's English Blood Elixir with curing scrofulous or syphilitic poisons and is sold under guarantee by J W Evans and Son.

Syrup White Pine and Tar Endorsed by Dr I H Strong

A testimonial advertises Syrup White Pine and Tar for coughs and colds, claiming no superior in croup. The seller L F Gackenheimer offering the remedy. The endorsement emphasizes frequent use in medical practice by Dr I H Strong of Cincinnati Ohio.

I. H. Strong M. D Cincinnati L. F. Gackenheimer

Guaranteed Cure Promise for Dr Acker’s Cough Remedy

A London style testimonial from J W Evans & Son offers a money back guarantee on Dr Acker’s English Cough Remedy. The notice claims coughs can be checked in a day and consumption halted in a week when used as directed.

Dr. Acker J. W. Evans & Son

Ayer's Hair Vigor and White Pine and Tar Cough Syrup Ad

This notice promotes Ayer's Hair Vigor as clean agreeable and safe highlighting its hair growth and natural color and luster. It also touts Syrup White Pine and Tar as a superior cough remedy available in 25 and 50 cent bottles from L F Gackenheiwer.

Ayer

First signs of consumption eased by Acker remedy

Morning breath difficulty and phlegm along with chest tightness and pulse quickness are described as early consumption symptoms. The ad promises cure with Dr. Acker's English Cough Remedy, sold by J. W. Evans & Son under a positive guarantee.

Acker J. W. Evans & Son

Loose's Red Pile Remedy Promises Quick Relief

Hines and Son advertise Loose's Red Pile Remedy as a positive specific for all forms of piles including blind, bleeding, itching, ulcerated, and protruding varieties. Sold at price 500. For sales.

Hines & Son

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