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Newspaper
Van Wert Weekly Bulletin
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1880
Page
3
C. W. Brodrick of Jackson township in this county specializes in Poland-China hogs. Those wishing to purchase stock may contact Mr. Brodrick at Delphos, Ohio.
A local notice warns of a man selling a patent milk pail who induced G. M. Reynolds to sign a contract and predicts typical outcomes. The item also promotes ladies and children's shoes at R. Lynch's and reports on a Republican meeting at the Opera House with ex Governor J. C. Lee. It mentions Alabama Minstrels visits, a street affray, railroad progress, and town notices including sales and public events.
Editor learns of a cold-blooded murder in Celina last night. Two men argued, one lured the other into the street and struck him with an iron drag pin, killing him instantly. Victim later identified as Dan Harmon of Fort Wayne Indiana. motive linked to a wheel of fortune dispute.
The annual exhibition of the Van Wert County Agricultural Society will be held at the Fair Grounds on September 30 and October 1 and 2, with arrangements underway to surpass all prior fairs. At Zimmermans 3700 yards of new Prints and additional fabrics and goods are available.
List of remaining letters for week ending September 13 1880 at Van Wert Ohio includes Compton Geo F Cress John Evans Lydia V Goodenormn Lewis Kline John King Philip H Leath Mathias Louses Jason Rowan Sarah C Snel Lucinda Strass Julia Thomas Mrs Elen Vout G Williams H L FOREIGN Marnen John Parent Joseph Persons calling for these letters please say advertised giving date H H AppEGROVE P M
Notice of a Guardian sale for N. B. Brenner guardian of the Stall heirs offering two lots in Mahan's Addition to Van Wert. Each lot has a house and improvements appraised at 400 and 700 dollars. Auction at the courthouse September 18 with two thirds appraised value and one third down. SALTZGABER GLENN Attorneys.
Sergeant Tilman Joy delivers a fiery appeal to Spunky Point’s White Men’s Committee in Illinois. He recalls Banty Tim’s heroism at Vicksburg, praising Tim for saving him under fire and vowing not to abandon the Black soldier who earned his loyalty. He warns against harming Tim and asserts his Democratic fidelity rewritten by war.
A letter from Mercer Ohio dated September 15 1850 endorses W D Halfhill for Van Wert County Prosecuting Attorney. The writer, a Democrat, praises Halfhills honesty principle and energetic life and urges cross party support for his nomination.
A member urges Democrats to join the Garfield and Arthur Club in Melodeon Hall on Mondays until Garfield becomes President. He questions business leaders who support currency policies yet do not push back against a rebel party. He invites all to enroll with a party that has ensured prosperity, noting veterans and laborers started the club.
James Clark and Son advertises a selection of calf shoes for women highlighting comfort style and value. The notice promotes shop offerings and invites customers to visit the store in town for current arrivals and prices.
Our Liberty Township correspondent notes excellent crops over the past eight to ten years boosting county standing. A 30 ton engine ran on Ko komo road with 32 loaded cars east bound, while Van Wert Junction handles large parcel freight and warns lack of unloading points retards growth.
Estrayed from the undersigned premises on Thursday September 16 a sorrel horse about 12 years old not shod with a small star on the forehead. Any information leading to recovery will be rewarded. James Webster. Mrs. R. Conn advertises fall and winter millinery goods at unusually low prices on South Washington Street. Bucklen's Arnica Salve advertised for various skin ailments, guaranteed satisfaction or money back, 25 cents. Sold by Hunt & Wilson Van Wert Ohio.
The largest five cent Slate in town is shown at Wenger and Pennypacker’s Book Store. The notice highlights a novelty item and promotes the store as a destination for curios and bargains.
Colored residents of the region prepare a grand celebration in Lima on the 22nd to honor the Emancipation Proclamation. Speakers include Senator Bruce and Peter H. Clark of Cincinnati. Invitations extended to all. Also wanted: spring chickens turkeys and old hens rear of depot.
Wishing to sell stock including hearse dry lumber ash walnut and related items at reasonable terms. Inquiries should be directed to W W Morsz Convoy Ohio. Also listing bids for Number One White Ash Heading Bolts at Eagle Stave Factory GEO H MARSH Secretary.
Vice President Wheeler joked about religious duty and political scrutiny in a New England church. He recalled being mocked by ministers for praying for officials and nations, then found solace in Senator Edmunds who urged focusing on colleagues.
Local items report visitors including Grandfather T Hawkins and Rev J L Crooks visiting Mendon residents. Mentions farmers sowing wheat and cutting corn, a new stable project by D Shepard & Son, J Hackman moving to J R Turner farm, and ongoing political campaigning. Mystic remark about sharks ends the note.
The advertisement touts Carter's Iron Pills as strengthening nerves and the body, improving blood and complexion by combining iron with tonics and nervine.
The notice warns mothers of the danger of coughs croup and whooping cough leading to consumption and promotes Shilohs Consumption Cure with guaranteed results. It lists prices 10 cents 50 cents and 1 dollar and adds Shilohs Porous Plaster for lame back and chest at 25 cents, sold by L F Gackenheimer.
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