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Newspaper
Van Wert Weekly Bulletin
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1889
Page
4
For Lieutenant Governor E L Lampson of Ashtabula. For Treasurer John Brown of Jefferson. For Judge of Supreme Court Pr J Dickman of Cuyahoga. For Attorney General DPD Kk Watson of Franklin.
The Times notes intense activity as the county prepares for governor and county official counts. It says Democrats hold their county convention on September 7, four days after the Republican convention, with the Democrats likely to fare worse in the election.
The piece portrays Democratic Commissioners in disarray with broken promises and alleged journal falsification. It argues Republicans gain from unity, praises Foraker’s leadership, and predicts a victorious, aggressive campaign. It notes partisan disregard of a law affecting county surveying and warns taxpayers face a costly dispute.
The Times defends Surveyor McCoy against charges of theft and altered bills. It claims the accusations are political manipulation by Democratic Commissioners, noting similar handling of Malick's and McCoy's bills. It asserts John Robinson did not steal bills and accuses the Times of lying.
Last Saturday proved the most quiet of the season with little business as farmers stayed in corn, wheat, and hay fields due to rain. The rainy spell kept many away from town, leaving Greenville Journal noting subdued activity.
The Clover Leaf depot frame is up and a 23 by 88 foot passenger depot with a lunch room will be built. A freight depot will follow after site selection. Agent Fast to be stationed in larger quarters. Y P S C E in the park hosts a Fete de Champetre with ice cream and cake. Building and Loan Association names a new board led by Alex Shenk as president.
The Mackinaw Railroad will operate a special low rate excursion to Manitou Beach Devil's Lake on Sunday July 14. Trains depart Van Wert at 7 45 a m and return from Manitou Beach at 5 30 p m standard time. Round trip fare is 1 25. H R Johnston.
Reverend J H Evans will deliver a sermon at the Evangel church this Sunday evening, inviting parishioners and the community to attend.
Harrison Presbyterian Church announces preaching next Sabbath afternoon at 3 o'clock. The service invites all parishioners and neighbors to attend.
The Baptist Mite Society will hold a Friday afternoon picnic at Mrs. Sarah Balyeat’s place July 19. It starts at 4 to 5 p.m. on W. Clarks farm, one mile west of town. Everyone is invited.
Morning service at 10 45 will observe the Ordinance of the Lord's Supper. Sabbath School begins at 3 p m. Preaching at 5 p m. Christian Endeavor Society meets Saturday at 7 30 p m.
A call meeting for the monument committees of the W R C and G A R is set for July 15 at 7 30 PM at Mrs Schneider’s on Walnut Street. The notice is by order of the chairman.
The schedule lists a quarterly communion service on Sabbath morning with an 7:30 p.m. sermon. A 6:45 p.m. young peoples meeting and 3:00 p.m. Saturday and Thursday preparatory meetings are announced. The pastor’s vacation begins next week and members are urged to attend, others invited.
The Toledo St. Louis and Kansas City Railroad announces a special excursion train from Marion and main stations to Toledo and Delphos. Departure from Delphos at 8 54 am, round trip fare 1 25, arrival in Toledo 6 00 am. Tickets valid to return next day with Toledo departure at 10 35 am. C C Jenkins PA.
The first Toledo St Louis and Kansas City excursion to Niagara Falls last August pleased patrons with comfortable arrangements both en route and at the falls. The second excursion will be announced soon with low rates first class accommodations and courteous agents. C C Jenkins G P A Toledo Ohio.
A boy aged 14 to 16 who can read and write is sought to travel with an employer selling fruit trees and books. Address: Win Jacons, Commercial House, Middlepoint, Ohio.
A poster touts Dr. Miles with a cure for breathlessness and heart strain claiming the heart does massive daily work and that early treatment prevents collapse. It also includes testimonials from a rheumatism sufferer praising Fluid Extract Red Clover and notes Gackenheimer’s and the Palmer House Chicago address.
English Spavin Liniment removes all hard or soft lumps blemishes from horses. Blood Spavin curbs splints sweeney ringbone stifles sprains all swollen throats coughs etc. Save 50 by one bottle. Sold by Hines and Son Druggists Van Wert.
The Toledo, St. Louis & Kansas City railroad is advertised as the favorite route to Put-in-Bay and numerous destinations including Sake Side Chautauqua Niagara Falls St. Lawrence River points Detroit upper lake points Denver and San Francisco. Call on agents for full particulars or address C Jenkins Gen t Pass r Ag t Toledo Ohio.
Over 60 people displaced yesterday to demand a free trial package of Lane's Family Medicine. The ad claims the remedy cures blood issues liver and kidney problems constipation headaches and unsightly complexion. Promises a large package for 50 cents and notes praise from ladies and wide public interest.
A brief promotion claims Miles Pills cure liver complaint constipation piles and related issues by a new method. It offers samples free at Gackenheimer’s pharmacy.
The Northwestern Normal and Collegiate Institute at Wauseon Ohio reports record success with 498 students enrolled last year. A large attendance is expected next year with classes opening August 12 1889. For full particulars send for catalogue to Solomon Menrzeux President.
Friends of Samuel M. Baxter of Jackson Township nominate him for sheriff at the Republican County Convention to be held on September ord. The announcement notes Baxter as a suitable candidate for the office.
Sol Fronefield of the East End was visiting Antwerp with Mrs Terwilliger when the husband discovered the affair. He restrained the fleeing pair, fired several shots, striking Terwilliger in the head. Fronefield escaped, the horse collapsed, Terwilliger’s condition is critical, and rumors say the husband has gone mad.
Dr Tracy closed a series of temperance lectures amid large crowds. His stereopticon shows left lasting impressions and his fearless attacks on liquor dealers earned broad approval despite mixed delivery. Local temperance supporters wish him success in future efforts to pulverize the rum power.
The National Presbyterian argues Iowa prohibitory law worsens crime policy as convicts shrink and jails empty. It cites Fort Madison contracts threatened by fewer prisoners, sheriff and jailer unemployment, and praises Indiana for keeping penal labor well supplied by sustaining liquor traffic.
The piece argues grain trade stagnation in Van Wert is tied to poor weather and crop prospects. It contrasts prices from last year to today for corn oats and sugar and questions whether saloon influence or miller practices more affect receipts, noting rain ruined hay and precarious corn. It ends with a jab at the News article’s Topeka angle.
J M Jones traveled to Indiana last week and H Hammon is here promoting oil interests. Roller brothers visited from Indiana, and Auglaize county residents Plesant Hires and family came Sunday. Indiana visitors Adam Book and wife are visiting. Carolus canvasses for Johnstown Sufferers. Hussey joined the Navy Department in Washington DC. Mrs Adama of Licking county visits her brother S W Converse. John Wolf’s son John injured a hind leg plowing. Dr Cole of Van Wert treated him. Olive holds a missionary meeting and a king's daughters society will organize. Mrs Thomas Davis has visitors from the Johnstown disaster. Lewis Jackson finished district 4 school term. successful teaching. Oil men report honest conduct and invite land leases. N J Andrews, MD, offers consultation.
Under Probate Court order of Van Wert county Ohio I offer for sale by public auction on Saturday July 27 1889 at 2 pm at the south door of the court house Van Wert the following five acre parcel in Pleasant township described as beginning at the southwest corner of the northwest quarter section 14 township 2 south range 2 east. The lot runs east 20 rods north 40 rods west 20 rods to the road center and back to the start. Appraised 550 dollars free of dower. Terms: one third cash one third in one year and one third in two years with interest and mortgage security. Amos St Dalley administrator of Henry Webster deceased. June 28 1889 4w
Section 1 outlines that amendments to Articles XI Sections 1 through 11 of the Ohio Constitution shall be submitted to voters on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November, 1910, for ratification or rejection. The text frames the General Assembly's responsibility to present proposed changes to electors.
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