1900 - Ottoville Items

1-2-1900 DH

The Dienstberger family gave a very creditable performance at Kehres Hall at Ottoville, Monday evening, which was witnessed by a well filled house. The clever family will give an entertainment here in the near future.

1-4-1900 DH

Ottoville Items                           Ottoville, O., January 3, 1899

            Icemen are hard at work.

J. F. Ockule left Wednesday afternoon for Cincinnati after a visit of one week.

            Mrs. George P. Wannemacher is seriously ill.

Peter Durnwald, George Nedolas and Miss Julia Durnwald returned to their home in New Washington yesterday.

            Peter Sukup left for Ft. Wayne after a visit with friends and relatives.

1-8-1900 DH

August Kehres, of Ottoville, was in town to day and made a call at this office. Mr. Kehres is a candidate from Monterey township for the nomination of Commissioner of Putnam county. The primary election will be held on the first Monday in April, 1900. His friends in this section wish him success.

1-24-1900 DH

Ottoville Items                                                      Ottoville, O, January 24, 1900.

A little son of Wm. Schlagbaum was buried this morning.

Jim. Hubbard employed at the Mersman furniture factory left for his home at Union City, Ind, Saturday morning.

The Canton Bridge Co. is putting up several bridges in this township.

Lew. Sellet quit working at the grist mill.

Alex. Wannemacher, Albert Mersman, Jos. Vincke, Wm. J. Wannemacher and Chas. Wannemacher attended the show at Delphos Monday night.

Nick Gillen was in Delphos on business.

1-29-1900 DH

Died Suddenly

Rev. M. Mueller, of Ottoville, Summoned Home

Was Pastor of Immaculate Conception Church 32 Years – Funeral Wednesday Morning

            Rev. Father Michael Mueller, the beloved rector of the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Ottoville, is dead.

            His demise was very sudden, and came Saturday evening at about 8:30 o’clock, from heart failure, probably caused by rheumatism, with which he was afflicted.

            Rev. Henry Wiechman, his assistant, had left the parochial residence only a short time before, intending to go to Cloverdale, but a telephone message that the Rev. Mueller was dead intercepted him at Ft. Jennings, and he returned. Fr. Mueller heard confessions at the church in the evening, and ate a hardy supper, but did not complain of feeling ill, when stricken he was walking across the room.

            The housekeeper was attracted by the noise occasioned by his body striking the floor. She called assistance and Dr. Binder was summoned, but the reverend father passed away in a few minutes. He lived probably twenty minutes after being stricken, probably by striking the floor.   

            The news of the death of the good father spread like over the little village like wildfire, and expressions of great sorrow were heard on every hand. Rev. Father Mueller was indeed a father. He was a kind and thorough Christian, and his good works were manifested daily. He was loved by his people; his ministrations brought comfort to the aged and infirm, and the children loved him, as he was always good and kind to them. He labored faithfully for nearly 32 years among the people of Ottoville and the surrounding country, and his kindly voice and cheering presence will be greatly missed, not only from the church but from public life as well. He mingled freely with his parishioners, everyone knew and respected him, and he died as he had lived – a Christian, at peace with his god, ready to be summoned into the final presence.

            The telephone message brought the news to Delphos late Saturday night and on Sunday morning Rev. A. I. Hoeffel drove to Ottoville to assist in making arrangements for the funeral service and burial.

            Michael Mueller was born in Bavaria, Germany, January 21, 1833, and died January 27, 1900, aged 67 years and 6 days. After receiving a good common school education he came to America in 1852. He first studied at Cleveland, and after teaching school for some time he went to St. Vincent Seminary, in Pennsylvania. From there he went to Assumption College at Windsor, Canada, and completed his theological studies in Cleveland. In 1865 he was ordained to the priesthood by the Right Reverend Amadeus Raape, Bishop of the Diocese of Cleveland.

            Rev. Mueller’s first charge was at Rockford, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, where he remained three years, and in that time was instrumental in having erected a handsome brick church. On March 15, 1868, he assumed charge of the Ottoville parish. He was then in the best years of his life. The country was in a rough state, roads were few and poor, and not many horses were to be had for travel. Consequently he was compelled to walk many miles through woods and marshes to visit the members of his congregation when they were ill.

            In 1871 he caused to be instituted a new congregation at Kalida, with seventeen families. With the help of the little handful of hardy and willing people he erected a handsome brick church. He had charge of the Kalida congregation, together with the Ottoville parish for 12 years.

            The grandest structure erected by Rev. Mueller is the church at Ottoville. The edifice cost more than $50,000. The corner stone was laid on June 18, 1885, and the church dedicated on September 23, 1888, by Bishop R. Gilmour. The church has a seating capacity of 1,100. In 1893 Father Mueller erected the fourteen stations in the church, at a cost of $1,800. A fine new alter was also placed in the edifice.

            The fourth and last edifice erected by the good Father is a neat frame structure ninety feet in length, at Cloverdale, dedicated in 1898 by Rev. Fr. Hoeffel. On Tuesday March 15, 1898, Rev. Mueller celebrated the thirtieth anniversary of his pastorate of the Ottoville Church.

            The deceased Father has living three brothers and two sisters, Daniel and John Mueller, Mrs. Adam Lise and Mrs. Joseph Buiarn, of Ottoville, and Peter Mueller, of Huron County, Ohio.

            The funeral of the deceased pastor will occur from the Ottoville Church at 9 o’clock Wednesday morning. The remains will be conveyed to the church on procession Tuesday afternoon, and the clergyman present will read the office of the dead. The remains will lie in state in the church from that time until after the church services Wednesday morning. F. H. and Gerhart Laudick went to Ottoville to drape the church, interior and exterior, in mourning.

            On Wednesday morning the clergymen present from various points in the Diocese will repeat the Matins and Laudes, after which Requiem High Mass will be commenced. Bishop Hoerstman will appoint a priest to officiate. The remains will be enclosed in a metallic casket and placed in a brick vault in the church cemetery.        

2-5-1900 DH

            Nick Gillen, of Ottoville, was in Delphos today.

Mrs. George Wannemacher and children, were in Delphos today.

            J. B. Mersman and Mrs. Ed Mersman, of Ottoville, were in Delphos today, enroute to Celina, where Mrs. Mersman went to view her future home.

2-7-1900 DH

            The Mersman Furniture Company at Ottoville was closed Tuesday, and the Machinery is being moved to Celina.

2-12-1900 DH

            The machinery of the Mersman Furniture Factory is being hauled here from Ottoville and placed on board railcars, to be shipped to Celina.

2-14-1900 DH

            Wannemacher & Son, of Ottoville, who sold their flour mill to Louis Odenweller, have purchased a plant at New Philadelphia, Ohio. Their removal to that place and the loss of the Mersman Furniture Factory will take nearly fifty people away from the little town.

2-15-1900 DH

Good Prices Paid

            Frank Eickholt, of near Ottoville, was a visitor at this office Wednesday, and stated that he recently sold 64 trees to T. A. Weger of this city for $189.92. The farmers are getting good prices for their timber, and nearly everyone in this vicinity are letting loose of the big trees in their woodland while prices are high, the amount of timber that has been and is being hauled to Delphos attesting that fact.

3-7-1900 DH

Death

            Mrs. Clara Reckard, wife of Charles Reckard, living east of Wetsel, ten miles northwest of Delphos, died at an early hour this morning, from consumption. The funeral will be held Friday morning at 8:30 o’clock from the Ottoville Church. Her maiden name was Clara Weichart and 25 years, 6 months and 23 days old at the time of her death.

3-24-1900 DH

            An unusual number of deaths are occurring at Ottoville. A child of Adam Moritz was buried Friday, a child of George Weichard was buried this afternoon, and Mrs. Kemper died this morning. The funeral will occur Monday.

3-29-1900 PCS

Ottoville Items

            The primaries in our locality were conducted with unusual alacrity and dispatch. Our new committeeman, Mr. J. C. Wannemacher, deserves credit for the businesslike management of same. The mayoralty and treasurership were tendered Messrs. Joseph and Peter Wannemacher respectively without contest. Henry Kehres, the present efficient marshal, was made the choice for the ensuing term, while Messrs. E. E. Rower, John Winkelman and Albert Zahner were chosen for councilmanic honors. The township ticket shows the following result: For trustee, J. H. Wannemacher; for assessor, Frank Gmeiner; for clerk, Henry Ernst; for constable, Frank Wannemacher; for supervisors, Frank Pahl and H. H. Deitering.

            The recent demise of so many of our old pioneers should almost attribute to Reverend Michael Mueller, of happy memory, divining powers. But a few weeks before the deceased’s death the writer heard him say that all the old settlers of this vicinity would ere long be gathered to the great unknown. Death incidents of the past week verify the statement.

            On Monday the remains of the old and venerable octogenarian, Mr. George Brandehoff, were consigned to mother earth. On Tuesday similar honors were accorded the remains of Mrs. Lambert Schulte, who had reached the advanced age of 72 years. On Friday the sad rites were performed over the remains of Henry Bensman. All of them have done their share to convert the old “Black Swamp” into the most fertile garden in the state.

            “Pity those who pity fitith.” Anent to Lenten restrictions our young ladies divined a novel method of doing penance. A dozen or more decided to discard their lovers for the penitential season. But to relieve the monotony of their voluntary hermatage, they undertook the task of furnishing their own amusement and they did it right royally. About three weeks ago a bobsled was procured to carry them to the banks of the Auglaize. After all had amused themselves to their hearts content by coasting, etc., upon its alluvial banks, they wended their way homeward, fully satisfied with their experience. The weather of the past few daysbids fair to give our fair sex another chance. Well, boys, when the birds warble that beautiful anthem “Home Again” your advances will be met with superlative smiles.

                                                                                                            Leander                                                                                  

3-29-1900 PCS

Ottoville Items

            On last Saturday the tolling of the bells again apprized our good people of the death of one of our dear old pioneers. Grim death had this time sought none less than the aged and venerable Mrs. Kemper, who but two years ago celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of her marriage to her still surviving husband, N. Kemper. The funeral on Monday was largely attended by relatives and sorrowing friends.

            Adam Moritz and wife mourn the loss of their little baby boy, born to them last Wednesday morning.

The home of A. Ricker and wife was afflicted through the demise of their child. It had reached the age of eleven months.

            Our church choir is hard at work preparing an interesting and elaborate musical program for Easter. Particulars will appear in the next issue.

            Thieves made their periodical raid upon the earthly possessions of John Winkelman. They affected entrance to his place of business by cutting away one of the large window lights of his liquid emporium. After pocketing the available change, probably about $4, they sample the contents of the bottles on the sideboard. They displayed but poor judgement when selecting and after raid smoke, because none but poor cigars had been taken. Mr. Winkelman invites his guests to a return visit, and promises to bid them a warm adieu.

            The proximity of election day has caused an unusual influx of political talent. Candidates of every description, size, form and purpose visited us during the past week, canvassing local suffrage. Here is success to them all, for as far the scribe’s experience goes, all candidates before the public have an unblemished record.

                                                                                                                                    Leander

4-5-1900 DH

Ottoville

            In Ottoville the Democrats had a case of political itch; at least they scratched to beat the Jews. Henry Kehres was nominated for Marshal, and Joseph Sutter ran indepent against him. Sutter won out by 6 votes.

The general result:

Mayor – Joseph Wannemahcer

Marshal – Joseph Sutter

Councilmen – A. Zahner, John Winkleman and Elvin Rower

Monterey Township

Trustee – John H. Wannemacher

Clerk – Henry Earnst

Constable – Frank Wannemacher

Assessor – Frank Gmeiner

4-5-1900 PCS

Ottoville Items

           

4-6-1900 DH

            John Lauer went to Ottoville this morning, to invoice the stock of the Beckman House, which he has purchased. His family will move to that place next week.

4-9-1900 DH

            John Lauer is moving to Ottoville today.

5-11-1900 DH

Sounding the Canal

            Chief Engineer C. E. Perkins of the canal, accompanied by others, is expected to arrive here this evening from the north on the new St. Mary’s Division State boat. A trip is being made over the M. & E. canal to determine where dredging will be necessary. Capt. Spencer and William Smith went to Ottoville this afternoon to meet the party.

5-22-1900 DH

United in Matrimony

Miss Elizabeth A. Wrocklage and Henry W. Krebs, Wedded

            Miss Elizabeth A. Wrocklage, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Wrocklage, of north Pierce Street, and Henry W. Krebs, an enterprising and well-to-do young man of Ottoville, were united in wedlock at St. John’s Church this morning by the Rev. A. I. Hoeffel.

            After the ceremony the wedding party was driven to the home of the bride’s parents where a wedding breakfast was served to a number of relatives and friends, and about three o’clock this afternoon they drove to Ottoville where a wedding supper was served at the home of the groom’s parents, and they will celebrate the event there this evening by giving a dance to their many friends at Lauer’s Hall.

            The bride is a wellknown young lady an HERALD is numbered. They will reside at Ottoville the groom having a neat home furnished there.

5-26-1900 DH

            Undertaker H. J. Bergfeld was called to Ottoville today, to embalm the body of Mrs. Nick Zahm.

6-6-1900 DH

Wedding

            At Ottoville, Tuesday morning at the Ottoville Church occurred the wedding of Mr. Walter Mersman and Miss Elizabeth A. Miller, well-known young people. The groom is ex-mayor of Ottoville, and a son of J. B. Mersman, of Celina. His bride is the eldest daughter of J. J. Miller, a prominent citizen. They will probably reside in Celina.

6-14-1900 DH

Geise – Weber

Nuptial Event Celebrated at Ottoville, Wednesday

            Wednesday morning, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ottoville, by Rev. Fr. Weichman, Miss Mary Weber, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Weber, of Ottoville, was married to Mr. Fred C. Geise, son of Matthew Geise, living northwest of Delphos.          

            The contracting parties were accompanied to the alter by Miss Cecelia Geise, a sister of the groom; and Mr. Henry Gemke, of this city. After the impressive ceremony the event was celebrated at the home of the bride’s parents, where relatives and invited friends were assembled. The bride is well known in Delphos, having made her home here for several years.

            Mr. and Mrs. Geise left Wednesday evening for Frankfort, Ind., where they will visit for a few days, and after their return will make their home at the M. Geise farm. The Herald extends congratulations and best wishes.

6-15-1900 DH

Priests Change

New Pastor Chosen For Church at Ottoville

            On Sunday June 24, there will be many changes in the Pastors of Catholic Churches in this, the Cleveland Diocese. Rev. Mertes, of Maumee, will locate at Ottoville, as Pastor of St. Mary’s Church there, and Rev. Fr. Weichman, who was assistant to Fr. Mueller, will be Pastor of the Cloverdale Church. Fr. Michaelbecker succeeds Fr. Mertes at Maumee.

6-18-1900 DH

Sunday BallGames

            A pickup team of local ball players went to Ottoville, Sunday, and engaged the “Ottos” in a game, with the result that the visitors were beaten by a score of 13 to 8.

6-28-1900 DH

            The State Boat arrived here from Ottoville Wednesday evening. The crew has completed a new lock near that place.

7-2-1900 DH

Help Them Out

This Project Will Enhance Delphos Business Interests

            The Trustees of Washington Township, Van Wert County, and the Trustees of Monterey Township, Putnam County, have arranged for a conference for the purpose of piking the Ottoville road to the intersection of the pike leading west of Ottoville.

            Monterey Township has arranged to pike from the road south to the township line, and it now remains with the Washington Township Trustees to provide funds to pike the mile that will connect the two ends. The Trustees are willing but the funds are low, and they wish to know if the Delphos Corporation will assist in putting the road in good condition. Delphos is indebted to the northwest section to a great extent, for the people living tributary to the roads do a large portion of their trading in Delphos.

            A paper placed in circulation among the businessmen would no doubt soon witness the pledging of sufficient subscriptions to aid the Trustees in the work. Roads leading from the country districts into town should always be in proper condition.

7-5-1900 DH

            A well-organized effort was carried out at Ottoville, Wednesday, and an interesting celebration was had. There were all kinds of races, and a big display of fireworks in the evening. A large crowd was attracted.

8-2-1900 DH

            It is reported that an Ottoville lady fell into the canal, one day last week, and when she was rescued a ten-pound catfish was found entangled in her wire bustle. Her husband wanted to “set” her again but she wouldn’t do it.

8-3-1900 DH

A Go For Gas

Kerlin Bros. Co. Will take it on Miller Farm

            The new owners of the Delphos Natural Gas Plant, the Kerlin Bros. of Toledo, have bought the natural gas well on the Miller farm, south of Ottoville. The first of the three wells drilled by the Ottoville Oil Co., and cleaned it out. It shows a good pressure of gas.

            The Kerlins have taken up quite a number of leases in that district and have contracted with Jamison Bros. to drill another well on the Miller farm in a quest for gas. They are determined to get a better supply of gas for local consumers for the coming winter, if it can be had. Everyone especially those who paid for gas for fuel last winter, will ferverently hope that the company will be successful.

8-20-1900 DH

            A “scrub” team of Delphos ball players was walloped at Ottoville, yesterday 18-10

A ball team composed of Ottoville businessmen played a similar team at Ft. Jennings, Sunday, and were trimmed to the taste of 13-4.

8-31-1900 DH

Putnam Pioneers

Gathered at Ottoville with Friends

Thousands Present – Balloon Ascensions, Ballgames, Industrial Parade, Etc.

            The sturdy German pioneers of Putnam County gathered Thursday at John Kalt’s grove, just west of Ottoville, where the Thirteenth Annual Meeting of the Putnam County Pioneer Association was held. The crowd was augmented by the presence of the friends of the aged pioneers, and it is estimated that there were between 5,000 and 6,000 people on the grounds. Music was furnished by the Delphos, Ft. Jennings, Cloverdale and Kalida Bands. There was also splendid singing by a German Choir.

            The speakers of the day were William Stoelzer, of Celina; Hon. John S. Snook, of Paulding, Democratic candidate for Congress; and Hon. W. T. Mooney, of St. Mary’s, Democratic candidate for Circuit Judge. Mr. Stoelzer spoke in German, and Judge Mooney gave a splendid address in English, giving merited praise to the sturdy Germans who assisted in bringing Putnam County out of the wilderness and transforming its land into a veritable garden spot. Mr. Snook’s remarks were brief.

            A big industrial parade was given in the morning. With nearly 150 rigs in line. The effort in this line even eclipsed the magnificent effort of a few years ago when a pioneer meeting was held in Ottoville. Some of the displays were very unique and extensive.

            A merry-go-round was in operation on the grounds, and two ballgames entertained the crowd. The Ft. Jennings team defeated the Grover Hill Club, 29-11, for a purse pf $10. The Delphos Stars then played a five-inning game with the winners for $5, losing to the Ft. Jennings boys 21-1.

            Two balloon ascensions were made by a one armed man named Keiffer, for Knarr. The first ascent was made in the morning, but the aeronaut failed to out the parachute loose on account of some difficulty, and rode the ballon down. The afternoon ascension and leap was a success in every way. The balloon ascended probably 1,000 feet.

            Officers were elected as follows, for the following year:

President – Henry Seifger, Union Township

Vice-President – C. Raabe, Jennings Township

Secretary – B. A. Unverferth, Ottawa Township

Treasurer – Dr. H. Huber, Ottawa

Directors – Henry Giesken, Monterey Township; B. H. Unverferth, Greensburg Township; Barney Calvelage, Ft. Jennings.

Historian – Carl Burkhart, Ottawa

            The next meeting will be held at Ft. Jennings.

9-4-1900 DH

            The Kerlin gas well on the Miller farm, near Ottoville, drill in today. The sand was found 11 feet higher than it was in the other well about 1,000 feet from there, and at last reports the showing was for a good gasser.

9-5-1900 DH

            The Kerlin gas well on the Miller farm, in the new gas field north of town, was drilled 23 feet into the sand, and was shot this morning by Jeff Lewley, of Spencerville, with 100 quarts of nitroglycerine. The shot made it a fair gasser.

9-5-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Father Heiland, of Landeck, spent a pleasant day Tuesday in Ottoville visiting Father Mertes.

            C. B. Wannemacher will move his jewelry store to the corner of Third and Church Streets, opposite the Ottoville House.

            Joe Vincke will leave Ottoville for a time; he goes to Columbus to take a position with a big wholesale house.

            Chas. Sellet has added a fine bowling alley to his business.

            Andrew Zahner has gone to New Mexico for his health. No doubt the change will be of great benefit to him.

            Frank Krebs will have the undertaking part of his business to the corner of Third and Church Sts.

            August Kehres had disposed of his farm and stock to Mrs. Mary Schulien. Mr. Kehres will go to Tiffin, O., and from there to Oklahoma; he intends to locate in the west. His many friends will miss him.

            Char. Bildstein is moving his place of business across the street.

            Dr. Binder made a trip to Delphos on business Tuesday.

            Found; -- A bridle that was lost the night of the picnic. Owner can have same by calling on Geo. B. Wannemacher, and returning the new one.

            Many interested in the forming of a literary society. Why not focus the matter? The time is ripe for such societies and they should be greatly encouraged. It is a benefit to those who take part as well as those who attend.

9-8-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Jos. Burns has bought the Green farm, which is located about five miles northwest of Ottoville.

            Miss Fredand Vincke will go to Dayton next week Thursday to attend school there.

            C. B. Wannemacher made a business trip to Delphos Thursday.

            Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Otte, a fine boy; mother and child doing well.

            Ottoville people are pleased to learn that the Gas company have made a location for another gas well; they feel confident that a gas and oil field will be developed near them.

            Chas. Sellet and Leo Otte made a wager with Leo Adams to make a display of their ability as corn cutters. They would have complied too the letter but a few collar melting waves of heat came rolling over them, and Chas. And Leo forfeited the wager; that leaves Adams ahead for the present. Yet when the autumn coolness comes when a man can wrestle with the corn-cutting problem without taking much time to wipe the perspiration from his brow, Chas. And Leo believe they could win in splendid style. In the meantime the stake-holder should not be forgotten.

9-10-1900 DH

            Born, Saturday, to Joseph Otte and wife, of Ottoville, a son.

9-11-1900 DH

Death

            The little child of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Otte, of Ottoville, born last Friday, died at an early hour this morning, from spasms, and will be buried Thursday at 8 a.m. Mrs. Otte is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Louth, of this city.

9-12-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Lauer & Yaklin have moved their stone crusher and outfit to their new quarry.

            The death angel called on one of our citizens Monday. Mr. Joseph Schwertner died Monday at 5 p.m. Funeral services will take place at St. Mary’s church at 8 o’clock this morning.

            The little infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph G. Otte died Monday night after a brief illness. Burial will take place Thursday morning from St, Mary’s church. Their many friends will sympathize deeply with the parents in their sad bereavement.

            C. J. Wannemacher made a business trip to Ottawa Saturday.

            N. Gillen went to Toledo Sunday to make a brief call on his many friends residing there.

            Michael Schlerth and son went to Toledo Sunday to visit his daughters.

            C. B. Wannemacher has moved his stock of Jewelry to his new quarters at the corner of Third and Church Streets. (Be good, old boy.)

            Frank Krebs is contemplating putting down a gas plant of his own soon. (Nit !)

            Corn cutting is all the go in this vicinity. It is hard work, but the farmers feel contented on account of the fine quality of the crop.

            It has been said that an Eastern Syndicate will be here in a few days to investigate this territory for gas and oil around Ottoville and vicinity.

            Miss Anna Vincke will leave for Dayton in the near future to attend school at Notre Dame academy.

            Gmeiner Brothers are crowded with orders for brick. They have several teams hauling to Douglass where they will ship to Ohio City.

9-15-1900

Ottoville News DC

            John Lauer and Dr. Liesen went to Ft. Wayne Thursday to meet Bryan.

            Gust. Recker had a close call Tuesday, while raising a barn belonging to Wm. Dickman, a pulley, which was fastened to the bottom of the gin pole, broke just as Gust was stepping over the rope, the force of which hurled him about 15 feet. No bones were broken but he was badly bruised.

            While returning from the funeral of Jos. Schwertner, a brother of the deceased, whose home is in Cleveland. Was prostrated by heat and fatigue. He was picked up apparently dead and Dr. Binder was immediately summoned; after applying a few restorations he was soon revived.

            John Winkelman had his ankle severely sprained. He is able to be about again.

            Miss Louisa Schlagbaum has returned home from her visit to Atlantic City, N. J. She enjoyed her visit very much.

            Jos. Vincke went to the country to try his hand in putting up wind mills. Joe is a hustler.

            C. B. Wannemacher has taken to his new quarters his Coronet and Mandoline. He will be quite entertaining for those who make a call.

            Alex and Steve Wannemacher were at the fair.

            Peter Wannemacher has leased his farm for oil operations and a well is to go down soon.

            Wm. Studer will take active charge of the Ottoville meat market. Jos. Sutter also will continue the business at the old stand. They both solicit the patronage of the public.

            Ferd King, of Delphos, was in town today on business and pleasure.

            Mrs. J. J. Miler and Mrs. Amy Kortokrax went to visit Mrs. Walter Mersman, Celina.

            On Wednesday evening the Merry Club gave a social chicken roast, which was a great feature of enjoyment. The wishbone by many; we hear it whispered that the strongest wish was that Bryan might be the next –

                                                            Carl Brown

9-18-1900 DH

Was Not Benefited

            Andy Zahner, the Ottoville liveryman, is home from Albuquerque, New Mexico, after having been there only a week. He hoped to get relief from throat trouble in the new climate, but instead his condition became worse, and he was compelled to return. While there he saw Adam Scharf and Mr. and Mrs. Matt Williams. Mr. Scharf and Mrs. Williams are growing stronger daily, and will doubtless eventually recover their health. Mr. Scharf sent home with Mr. Zahner an interesting collection of small stones.

9-19-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Born to Mr. and Mrs. Kreitemeyer a fine boy.

            Leonard Gmeiner turned out more than 130 thousand bricks last week.

            Mrs. Frank Krebs and Miss Clara Wannemacher drove to Cloverdale Monday.

            Chas. Sellet has made arrangements to handle Delphos Diamond flour; also buckwheat and cornmeal.

            The death angle called home the baby boy of Mr. and Mrs. Gus Hilvers. After all futile efforts to keep him here failed, his spirit was called home. Many are the kindly sympathizing friends.

            Mat Etzger living a mile south cut his hand in cutting corn.

            George Altenburger was called out of town on account of the illness of a sister’s child.

            Jed Gmeiner and wife are happy parents of a fine boy.

            Peter Ockule and Henry Gable of Celina are visiting friends here.

            The little child of Mr. and Mrs. John Hohlbein died of Cholera Infantum. They have the sympathy of many friends.

            Andy Zahner has returned to Ottoville after a short stay in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for his health. He was not benefited and had to come back. He reports Adam Scharf and Mat Williams and wife are getting better.

                                                             Carl Brown

9-22-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Mrs. Grewe, of Cincinnati, is visiting relatives and friends here.

            Henry Ernst went to Toledo on business.

            C. B. Wannemacher is on the sick list. A speedy recovery is the wish of his many friends.

            Chas. Sellet is getting his bowling alley in fine trim; and the boys are making good use of it. Charley is all right.

            Mrs. F. Gmeiner and Mary Winkelman were visitors of Delphos Thursday.

            As the Democratic campaign in Ohio has opened up how about organizing a Bryan Club in Monterey township and get into line for the coming election? Nor better time than now to organize while we have ample time to do so.

            On Wednesday evening Jos. Vincke and Alex Wannemacher escorted Peter Ockule and Henry Gable, of Celina, who have been visiting relatives and friends here, to Delphos where they had a good time.

            Josephine Geiger and Mary Zeigler, of Defiance, O., are guests of Michael Schlerth. They are enjoying their visit much. They say, Ottoville against the world.

            Mesdames F. F. Vincke, George Altenburger, B. Schlagbaum, Lizzie Grewe and Miss Louisa Schlagbaum visited Frank Helmkamp, at Ft. Jennings. They reported a pleasant time.

                                                                        Carl Brown

9-26-1900

Ottoville News DC

            John Rekhart is I Bluffton today.

            This town ought to have natural gas in abundance the coming winter.

            The Lauer gas well drilling in the Ottoville field for the Kerlins is in the sand and will develop today.

            A marriage license was issued to D. H. Hammons and Maggie Hammons, of this township.

            Yesterday morning in the Catholic church at Ottoville Jacob Scheible and Miss Emma Scheirloh were married. The happy event was celebrated at the home of the bride’s parents near Delphos. They went to Bucyrus on their bridal trip; will be at home in Delphos where the groom works for John Mueller.

           

9-29-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Mrs. Michael Scherth went to Wapakoneta to attend the fair and visit relatives and friends residing there.

            Mrs. A. D. Rower and Mrs. Donovan, of Kalida were guests of E. E. Rower, Wednesday.

            Lauer & Yaklin started their stone crusher yesterday at their new quarry.

            Frank Altenburger, of Delphos, was in town making a business trip in the interests of S. F. Shenk & Co.

            John Ockule and Steve Wannemacher expect to go to Cincinnati Sunday. Mr. Ockule will stay to finish his studies at the Ohio Medical College.

            Frank Gmeiner went to Delphos yesterday on business.

            In the near future there will be a meeting to organize a Bryan Club. An exact date is not set, look out for same in the Delphos Courant and hand bills. Hoping everyone will take active interest in the good cause and help it along.

            Jos. Vincke, Alex Wannemacher and C. B. Wannemacher celebrated their annual feast last Saturday evening. Touch not, taste not, handle not society. They report a pleasant time and ask their many friends to join the god cause.

            Wm. Vincke is getting his poultry house in fine trim. The improvement is quite a credit to the young mechanic and of which he can feel proud.

            Mesdames F. F. Vincke and F. Helmkamp, of Ft. Jennings, are visiting the parents of Nick Bedink in the country.

            Ottoville ought to organize a debating club, also. It is of interest to the entire community and especially to those that take active interest.

            Mesdames Alex Shenk and S. F. Shenk visited Mrs. J. J. Miller and family this week.

            George Kieffer has returned from North Dakota.

            John Lauer and family drove to Delphos today to visit relatives.

            A new tumble is being put in at the locks.

            Frank Tessing’s wife is quite ill.

            Will Wannemacher met with a painful accident Thursday. In trying to lift a heavy piece of iron, the iron slipped and caused the iron to mash his thumb.

            Chas. Raabe went to Grover Hill to see about buying a meat market there.

            Anna Rothrock and Tessie Elanigan visited John Lauer Thursday.

            Wannemacher & Sons received a carload of fine buggies.

            George Vorenus was overcome by heat and is quite ill.

            Theo. Kramer has again taken full charge of the photographic gallery and is ready to make a good picture of all who will come.

            Mrs. Lee Martin went to New Philadelphia, Ohio, to visit her parents.

            Mary Wannemacher’s little girl is quite ill.

            Henry Maderey fell off a bicycle last Sunday near Burtling’s bridge and broke his leg.

            Max Winkelman has rented his farm to Frank Duley

            John Fredick, wife and children are visiting St. Henry, Ohio, this week.

                                                            Carl Brown

10-3-1900

Ottoville News DC

            J. C. Wannemacher made a business trip to Ottoville and Cloverdale Saturday.

            Wm. Rellinger, Jos. Otte and Wm. Kramer made a fishing trip to Celina last week; we haven’t heard how much the fish weighed or about number yet.

            Henry Krebs was painfully injured on last Thursday at Gmeiner’s brick yard by being struck in the head with a falling brick; a deep gash was cut by it.

            Steve Wannemacher made a trip to Cincinnati.

            Why not have natural gas in Ottoville this winter? The wells are close and we could have fine pressure, better in fact than towns that are further off.

            Pete Krebs rafted over 10,000 logs from here to the Delphos Hoop Co. this year. Let the good work go on.

            Jos. Bittner of west of town brought a peculiar freak of nature, which was a limb of an apple tree with 33 large apples on it. He says the limb has not had a leaf on it all summer; it is on exhibition in the window of Ernst’s grocery.

            Born to Mr. and Mrs. Al Raurer, on last Friday, a boy.

            Frank Krebs auctioned a sale for Mike Obringer last Saturday; a large crowd from here attended. The receipts amounted to over eleven hundred dollars; Krebs is good at the business.

            In our last issue we had a note that Mrs. John Frederick was visiting in St. Henry; it should have said that she was visiting here from St. Henry.

            The schools will be closed and nearly all the scholars expect to go to the Ottawa Fair next Friday. Let them all go; it will be an instruction as well as a pleasure.

            Frank Dulle, of Ft. Jennings, has purchased the farm of Max Winkelman; the later will move to town.

            Gmeiner Brothers have made over 400,000 bricks this summer, and have 150,000 in the kiln, they have employed from 7 to 12 men all season.

            Jacob Thithoff will go to Celina to work in Mersman’s furniture factory.

            Miss Amelia Eickholt who has been visiting relatives in Michigan the last two months returned home last week.

            Alf. Roth and sister of Bodkins, Ohio, visited here Sunday.

            George W. Kieffer made a trip to Delphos Monday.

            J. B. Wurst and Theo. Kramer drove to Landeck Monday on a business trip.

            The little son, aged 15 months, of Mr. and Mrs. Scheemiller, of one mile west of here, died Monday.

            F. Krebs and wife were in Delphos on Monday.

                                                            Carl Brown

           

10-6-1900

Ottoville News DC       

            Michael Schlerth and George Altenburger made a business trip to Ottawa and also took in the Fair this week.

            John Lauer and family were among the many who took in the fair.

            Wm. And Chas. Wannemacher took in the Fair Thursday.

            The school children turned out looking bright and happy going to the Fair Friday.

            Tillie Schulien of this place and Alfonse Roth of Bodkins will except the matrimonial state together in the near future, it is reported; they have the good wishes of a host of friends.

            Clara Wannemacher and Anna Jervies made a trip to Dayton, O.

            Henry Eickholt and Miss Rose Groose, of Layton Corners, Mich., are having a pleasant visit among their many friends here.

            F. Krebs drove to Cloverdale Wednesday taking quite a load of furniture and some of Wannemacher & Sons’ Hardware with him.

            Dr. F. H. Leisen and Alex Lauer made a pleasure trip to Dayton and report an enjoyable time.

            Lauer & Yaklin have built a new engine house, secured a new engine and have everything about the stone quarry in splendid working order; the crusher is running and they are very busy getting out stone.

            Nick Bedink is offering some rare bargains in harness; see hand bills.

            There will be a new bridge put in at Van Oss bridge 1 ½ miles southwest of here; the men are at work on it now.

            Lenly Riger celebrated his 50^th birthday Wednesday; a number of friends enjoyed the occasion and wish him many more years of happiness.

            Mrs. Caroline Wurst died on Wednesday morning at 7 o’clock, from cancer, from which she has been a great sufferer for some months. She bore her great affliction and suffering with much patience and with little complaint, till the angel of death came to relieve her. The deceased was born in New Reigel, O., in 1850; her parents moved to Ottoville in 1857, where she was married to Henry Wurst in 1872. There were born to them nine children, three of whom are dead; three sons and three daughters with their father remain to mourn the loss of a kind and loving mother and wife. She will be greatly missed. Funeral services were held Friday in St. Mary’s church and many were the sympathizing friends who attended the service.

            A Bryan Club

            When two contending forces are about to come together, victory is most apt to be with the one which most intelligently analyzes the difficulties to be overcome and meets them in advance. A failure to do this will most inevitably end in defeat, no matter how just the cause.

            So now for organization of the Bryan Club in Monterey Twp. Every earnest Democrat is urged to join. Enroll your name and give your best efforts to elect Bryan. Look out for the date of our first meeting; for further information call on Central Committeeman of Monterey Township.

            Dan Malifiski had a narrow escape from being crushed to death by falling from the building at the stone quarry. He was bruised up considerably but fortunately not seriously hurt.

            Mark Hanna says there are no trusts. C. B. Wannemacher does not have to sell spectacles to the ordinary man to see them and yet he might let Mark have a pair if he will promise to take an honest look; wonder if he could.

            Jake Adams, who lives 4 miles west of here, has a curiosity at his home that he says is hard to beat. It is a kitten with three eyes, two in front and one in the back of the head. When the kitten sleeps the eye in the back of the head is open; but when awake the one eye is closed. Jake values the kitten very highly as there is no show for a rat with a kitten with three eyes around.

                                                                        Carl Brown

10-10-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Henry Longwell was in town on business last Monday.

            Miss Denie Zahn has taken a position in Toledo. Her friends wish her much success.

            Jos. Sutter made a business trip to Delphos Tuesday.

            John Lauer was in Delphos Monday.

            Nick Bedink, Chas. Wannemacher, Garry Otto and Leo Otto went to the fair behind two western horses owned by Nick Bedink. They made the trip in one hour and a half and none of them lost their hats.

            Miss Lizzie Otto has a fine line of Fall Millinery. The latest style in hats. A cordial invitation is extended to all.

            Alex Miller and Harry Ernst made a trip to Toledo to see the sights.

            Mrs. J. C. Wannemacher is visiting with friends in Ft. Wayne.

            Two fine driving horses, black and bay, 6 and 7 years old for sale at a bargain. Inquire of Nick Bedink.

            Geo. Wiechart was in town Monday in the interest of the Picnic to be held at Cloverdale next Saturday. Thinks Ottoville will be well represented. No doubt of it.

            Nick Bedink is making a grand stand play in offering bargains in harness, robes and horse blankets.

            The horses of Wannemacher  & Son, were tied at the mill Monday when one became frightened and threw himself breaking the pole of the buggy.

            5000 rolls, not greenbacks, but all the latest and fancy styles of wallpaper just received at W. T. Remlinger’s.

            A Squash weighing 30 ½ pounds is on exhibit at Ernst’s grocery. It was brought in by John Krebs who says that it is the largest ever grown.

                                               

                                                                        Carl Brown

10-17-1900 DH

Oklamhoma Party

            August Kehres, of Ottoville, anticipates buying land in Oklahoma, and with his wife leaves tonight for the west, where they will live in the future. William Schlagbaum, John Kehres, William Burkey, George Hohlbein, of Ottoville and Frank Geier, of Ft. Jennings, will accompany them to Oklahoma City, and will remain in the west a short time.

10-17-1900

Ottoville News DC

Bryan Meeting Tomorrow Night

            Tomorrow night, Oct., 18^th, there will be a Democratic meeting at John Lauer Hall. Able Speakers will be present; among them Hon. T. T. Ansberry and Jos. H. Gosling, who are well known and whom it will be a treat to hear. More names than expected have been handed in as members of the Bryan Club; and we should keep the good work on the boom until the day of victory at the polls. Let everybody turn out tomorrow night and hear the truth. A Bryan Club will be organized so that all who admire our great leader may be able to show their loyalty to the cause.

            A party left for Oklahoma, consisting of August Kehres and wife, W. Burgey, William Schlagbaum, John Kehres, Geo. Hohlbein, of Ft. Jennings and Frank Geier. The party expect to go as far as Oklahoma. They will stop off at several places along the route. Should Mr. August Kehres find a desirable place he will make it his future home.

            They are beauties, those eight day clocks for $2.75 at C. B. Wannemacher the jeweler.

            Alex Lauer, of Ottoville, made a trip to Toledo.

            On next Tuesday, Miss Mamie Brandehoff and Mr. Daniel Burns will be married here. The wedding will be of interest to their many friends, who will send forth their congratulations.

            The announcement of the wedding of Miss Tillie Schulien and Alphonse Roth, of Bodkins, for next Thursday, will be of interest to their friends and there will be showers of congratulations.

            The daughter of Jos. Leirich is home from Cincinnati on visit to her parents.

            Chas. Raabe and family moved Monday to Grover Hill.

            A daughter was born on Monday to Andrew Altenburger and wife.

            The angel of death took away the seven year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Fuerst. The afflicted parents have the sympathy of their many friends.

            George Wannemacher has the job of painting the house of Jos. Rusht, a mile east of Cloverdale.

            The two year old boy of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Pavle was buried Tuesday afternoon. He has gone to his maker, while the parents mourn his loss. There are many Sympathizing friends.

            Daniel Miller and Nick Krebs, have their own ideas about making the world go round. Last Sunday they put those into effect and was having a good time of it until the marshal introduced himself on the scene and then the fighters took to the woods, and that at a good gate.

            Born to Mr. and Mrs. Godfred Wannemacher a daughter.

            Dr. Binder is improving some. It is expected that he will be able to be up again in a few days.

            Don’t forget the public stock sale at Max Winkelman’s, Thursday Oct., 18, 1900.

            Mrs. J. Miller, of Toledo spent a very pleasant time with friends and relatives in the city.

            Quite a few young ladies from here were having a delightful time Saturday at Cloverdale, O.

            In fact Ottoville was well represented and all reported having a good time.

            Charles Sellet was trying to see if a bucket of water would resist a bullet from a revolver. There is a demand for a new bucket now for the bullet went through the bottom.

            Mr. Charles Kehres went to Delphos today.

                                                                        Carl Brown

10-20-1900

Ottoville News DC

Our town was crowded with people last Thursday evening and many came for miles to attend the Democratic meeting and at eight o’clock John Lauer’s hall was filled. While the speakers were somewhat late in getting here and the meeting did not open until about nine o’clock, yet the crowd waited patiently. Geo. Altenburger, Township Committeeman, called the meeting to order and Prof. L. N. Wagoner was chosen as temporary chairman, who made quite a nice introductory speech in presenting Mr. Jos. H. Gosling, of Ottawa. Mr. Gosling handled the questions of the day with force and clearness sinking the Democratic issues deeper into the hearts of his listeners. Hon. T. T. Ansberry was the next speaker and dealt some hard blows to Republicans at the same time covering the argument so clearly that no one could have heard him with disappointment; he is a man of ability, with ready words to address his arguments, which had a telling affect. Frank Altenburger, of Delphos, was called on to make a speech, he responded and held the audience in rapt attention and applause and cheers greeted his remarks frequently.

C. B. Wannemacher directed the music, which was furnished by the “Corner Band”. The meeting was declared a great success. After the meeting, Hon. T. T. Ansberry, Jos. Gosling, John H. Straman nd J. C. Wannemacher drove to Delphos to meet Judge Mooney.

 A Card

We want to acknowledge the compliment and return our thanks for the cheers given so heartily for the Courant at the meeting in Ottoville Thursday night. Ottoville crowds Delphos mighty close for being the best town in this country. Here’s to you.

                                                                        Editor Courant

Next Thursday evening at Nick Gillen’s hall. There is a rare treat in store for all who attend. The club will be organized. There will be good speaking, music and refreshments.

A Sad Death

A telegram was received here yesterday from Cleveland announcing the death of Mamie Ockuly, of near this place. The sad news was a shock to the community and her mother Mrs. Ed Miller, was grief stricken when she learned of her daughters awful death, which came Wednesday morning at 6 o’clock; she with her child had passed into the great beyond. Miss Ockuley was employed by J. W. Scheibel, cloak manufacturer. She went first to Cincinnati about a year ago and then to Cleveland. She was a woman of about 22 years and of very attractive appearance. Two dozen letters were found addressed to her and signed by John A. Dicker, a traveling man for the Sanitary Supply Co. Most of the later letters advised the unfortunate girl to take the step that led to her death. Edward Miller, the girl’s stepfather, and her brother Peter Ockuly, of Celina, went to Cleveland Friday. The remains will probably be buried in Cleveland.

A very pretty wedding took place Thursday. Miss Tillie Schulien and Alphonse Roth, an insurance agent, were married at St. Mary’s church. They drove to Delphos and left for Wapakoneta, where they will live. Their many friends extend congratulations.

Jos. Leis and Peter Miller have returned home after working a while in Ft. Wayne.

They are beauties, those Eight Day clocks for $2.75, at C. B. Wannemacher.

Nick Bedink and Nick Gillen went to Delphos Wednesday.

Gold and Silver are great topics. But to save money in buying Cloaks, hats and Caps and Fancy Dress Goods call and see F. F. Vincke.

E. L. Odenweller is getting the mill yard into fine shape by putting in proper drainage, and will plant several trees to make it more comfortable.

Leo Otto is all right. He is one of the members of the Society of Touch not, Taste not, Handle not, but he says he does not handle Glasses for Charley Sellet. Thursday several new members were taken into the society.

Warranted are the $2.75 8 day clocks sold by C. B. Wannemacher.

Miss Anna Vincke, of Dayton, is home to visit her parents.

Wm. Vincke went to Delphos today.

Ottoville has no electric railways but John Vondran and Willie Vincke have had an opportunity to ride behind a team that made a mile in 1:40. Will, he lost his hold on the wagon and was thrown out in the ditch while Vondran held on to the strings for dear life and finally brought them in check. Neither was hurt only a little disfigured with mud.

                                   

                                                            Carl Brown

10-24-1900

Ottoville News DC

            The sad news that was wired to W. Berger, who is one of the party who went to Verone MO., that his daughter was very low, has had to be changed to the worst, for on Monday evening at 7 o’clock she succumbed to an attack of thoraciacal croup, and was buried Tuesday afternoon. It is very heartrending to think that Mr. Burger can never see his little one again, whom he left hearty and well, for she will be buried before he could possibly arrive home. Mary was 6 years old.

            Nick Bedink has traded off his wild west team, which made a record of 1:40 when John Vondran and Wm. Vincke took the spin which was mentioned in the Courant last week.

            Subscribe to the Courant and have your friends subscribe, if you wish to have the latest news from your vicinity.

            C. B. Wannemacher Jeweler, Alex Wannemacher, hardware man, Joseph Wurst, Barber and Grocer, Joseph Vincke, General P. M. and Grocer, and hardware madn are all in line fro Bryan except Jos. Vincke. He may need another rally, which will take place at Gillen’s hall next Thursday evening. Bring Joe along boys.

            Some gentleman from a nearby town were calling on their friends here Sunday evening. A noise of breaking glass made them think of rivals molesting them but we think they were mistaken.

            C. F. Krebs is busy working in the oil field.

            E. E. Rower is shipping a boat load of tile to Melrose. He unloaded a car of coal, and expects to have another on hand the latter part of the week.

            Bryan will be a sure winner. All indications show it, when John Bonifas, J. H. Martin, of Douglass, and Pat Wonstrote will vote for McKinley.

            Miss Katie Zahm went to Defiance to attend the wedding of Miss Maggie Bower and John Nolan of there.

            W. T. Remlinger made a trip to Toledo and spent several days there buying Holiday goods.

            The left handed partied who broke the wrong pane of glass Sunday evening can only feel glorious that they made the mistake and quietly pay for the same, and there will be a feather added to their caps.

                                                Fine Entertainment

            At John Lauer’s Hall, every night this week and next by the Durham Concert Co. New acts, catchy dancing, Negro Melodies, Negor, Irish and Dutch comedy; something pleasing and new. It will pay you to be there after the performances. Prof. J. J. Durham M. D., PH. G., Osteologist, gives a lecture on the science of medicines and their proper use. Dr. Durham occupied the chair of Pharmacy, Chemistry and Toxicology in the American College of Ohio and is a leader in his profession. While there he made the discovery of the great “Kuralto” remedies. If you are a sufferer the lecture will interest you.

                                                                        Carl Brown

10-31-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Jos. Wannemacher was in Delphos Tuesday on business.

            Nick Bedink and wife are visiting Glandorf.

            Jos. Dolt and wife, of Delphos, were visiting here Sunday.

            John Richard’s family will be pleased to learn that he is out again after a long illness.

            Born to Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Brickner, a girl.

            The 10-year old son of Andrew Wellasker is quite ill.

            John Boehmer and wife, of Delphos, were guests of John Lauer Sunday.

            Joie Leatherman has erected a fine brick house with tile roofing, just at the edge of town he is moving into.

            A little child and Mr. and Mrs. William Wilson, who lives four miles northwest of here died recently.

            Mrs. Frank Thessing is in Delphos visiting her daughter, Mrs. Frank Altenburger.

            Henry Beine, of near Douglass, passed away Sunday night, aged 62 years. The funeral took place today and his many friends were in attendance to pay their last respects to the departed.

            A terrible accident occurred last Saturday on the farm of John Martin. John Weber was running his corn husker when a stock of corn became caught and while Mr. Weber was endeavoring to release it his hand became caught in rapidly revolving knives and his arm was drawn in and horribly mangles necessitating amputation above the elbow.

            Hon. S. S. Yoder, ex-Congressman and B. A. Unverferth will address the Democratic meeting next Saturday night. This will be the biggest time Ottoville has ever seen. These gentlemen need no introduction. It will pay you to come for miles to hear them expond Democratic principles.

            Wannemacher has just received a car load of fine Turnbull wagons, which are giants in strength.

            The Ottoville fishing club consisting of Joe Otto, W. T. Remlinger, Frank Krebs have engaged C. J. Wannemacher to build them a fishing va, which he has completed. It will be quite an addition to their outfit while catching the big ones.

            Bastien Bendele had quite a battle with a boar on his place last week, which he don’t care to experience again. The 12-year old son was in the field when the boar attacked him biting him in the leg. Mr. Bendele called the dogs and took after the boar which proved to be a good fighter. His son who lives nearby nearly saw the affair and came with an ax and soon dispatched the ferocious animal.

            The bright little 14-month old boy of Mr. and Mrs. Theo. Kramer has been taken by death and their household is lonely. They have many sympathizing friends in their sad affliction.

                                               

                                                                        Carl Brown

11-3-1900

Ottoville News DC

            The election returns will be received here Tuesday night.

            Don’t forget the Democratic meeting tonight.

            The judges and clerk of election are G. H. Otte, Otto Kortokrax, judges, and Frank Gmeiner, clerk.

            Wannemacher has just received a car load of fine Turnbull wagons, which are giants of strength.

            The funeral services of the little son of Mr. and Mrs. Theo. Kramer, were held on Tuesday and were attended by a large concourse of sympathizing friends.

            Nick Gillen and daughter went to Toledo to attend the funeral of his sister’s son who died recently.

            From indications John Lauer has added buggies to his stock.

            A great many horses die in the fall of the year from not being blanketed. Don’t take any chances when you can buy a good blanket at Nick Bedink’s.

            John Vondran and Gillard Drow made quite a run the other evening. Whether the race was luck or what, we heard that Drow came out the winner.

            John Reckart left for Toledo Wednesday where he accepted a position. His many friends here wish him abundant success.

            A number of friends of Mrs. Krainer surprised her on the occasion of her 56^th birthday.

            Jacob Thitoff has accepted a position with Gillen’s place where he will be pleased to meet all his friends.

            Chas. Kehres has on exhibition at Chas. Sellet’s a radish weighing ten pounds.

11-10-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Chas. Kehres, and daughter Nora were in Delphos, Friday. Miss Nora went to Ft. Wayne for a visit.

            No need to look elsewhere for bargains, in fine handmade Harness or Horse Blankets and Robes. ’Can give you the best for the least money.

            John P. Rekart came home Tuesday to vote, after which he and Mr. Otto drove to Delphos.

            Wannemacher has just received a carload of Turnbull Wagons, which are giants in strength.

            Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Luther are mourning the loss of their 3-year old son, Edmund, who died of diphtheria. Their many friends sympathize with them.

            Theo. Kramer is advertising, a good offer to those desiring Photographs. See Bills.

            John Ockuley who is attending college at Cincinnati came home to vote and visit his parents.

            A great many horses die in the fall of the year from not being blanketed. Don’t take any chances when you can buy a good blanket at Nick Bedinks’s.

11-14-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Jim Harris, of Columbus Grove, is here on business.

            Fine hot wieners served at Leo Otto’s care Charley Sellet.

            Frank Herman, of Paulding, was in Ottoville today on business.

            August Kehres and wife have returned from their trip to the west.

            The Ottoville Building and Loan Co. received a fine new safe yesterday.

            G. P. Wannemacher is laying off on account of a severe carbuncle on his wrist.

            Frank Krebs has received a telegram from New Orleans the Charley Heitsman is dead. He is a brother to Mr. Kreb’s wife.

            Nick Gillen has returned home after spending a week in Toledo and nearby towns. He had been called to the funeral of one of his relatives.

            A great many horses die in the fall of the year from not being blanketed. Don’t take any chances when you can buy a good blanket at Nick Bedink’s.

            Ottoville is on the boom; everybody is busy, for the cold wave is making business active. Lots of corn is being brought into Ottoville markets making our friends E. L. Odenweller work almost day and night.

            Chas. Sellet is going to try his hand in chopping wood; he took his axe and as you may guess, his bird dog and shotgun. Now the question is which will be the most interesting, chopping wood or hunting.

            The death angel has called one more of our citizens home. Andrew Zahner died on Saturday evening of lung trouble. The deceased was 34 years old and a widower having buried his wife about a year ago. There is no family. He was buried Monday at 8 o’clock. He was a good citizen and his many friends.

11-16-1900 DH

            Charles Raabe, of Ottoville, has bought a meat market at Grover Hill.

11-17-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Frank Stump and a few of his comrades of Delphos, were in town today.

            The corporation of Ottoville is extending the main outlet sewer at the Lauer &Yacklin stone quarry.

            The eleven year of son of John Gutekunst died this morning. He had been sickly for some time. Their many friends sympathize with them in their bereavement.

            A certain fellow was ready to go hunting, so he thought the proper thing would be to practice up a little with his gun. He kept banging away at different objects until he finally made a miscue and like all accidents occur he shot one of his neighbor’s roosters, which ended his appetite as to further practice.

            One of our friends attempted to use our recent snow storms and he came to town in his bob sled. But as hard luck would have it the snow thawed away before he could leave town; he had to leave his sled for further orders of snow.

            The issue is no longer political; it is where can I get a Blanket for the horse and a good robe for the least money. At Nick Bedink’s you are sure of getting tour money’s worth in buying Harness, Blankets and Robes. What more can you expect?

            C. B. Wannemacher was shoveling coal to get room to fill in corn cobs. C. B. is on the McKinley scheme; how to economize. His many friends and patrons will do well to come and get their Holiday Tickers and other fine selections of Jewelry and knickknacks.

            John Winkelman made a business trip to Delphos today.

            Chas. Raabe has bought a meat market in Grover Hill.

            Hurrah, Boys, the town will be full of monkeys as the boys sent to the Animal world for a pair.

            Jos. Weber who had his arm mangled in a corn husker and amputated, was in town again. Joe is full of genuine grit; he will keep his machinery humming just the same.

            Corn Shucking is a thing of the past at present the cold wave will cause farmers to apply different methods instead of husking by hand.

            Leo Otto still keeps hot wieners prepared for farmers and townsmen, who relish a hot lunch this cold weather at Charley Sellets stand.

            Chas. Seller, Cahs. Krebs and G. P. Wannemacher went hunting yesterday. After tramping through the forests they finally treed 2 fox squirrels.

            Sellet got scared at the luck that was forthcoming and threw down his gun and went for the tree the other two experts pointed out. But to his sorrow all this anticipation was naught. No squirrels. After the excitement he did not know where he placed his gun; it only took 2 hours to find the same. Hurrah for our expert hunters? When are we going out again Charley?

11-21-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Mrs. Jos. Hotz, of Delphos, is visiting friends here.

            How about getting together and having a literary club? Many seem interested and all that is needed is a start.

            One of the finest shows of its kind on the road! A rare treat, if you want to forget your sorrows and to have a hearty laugh; don’t fail to see “Cyclone From Germany” at John Lauer’s Hall. Thursday Nov. 22.

            August Kehres has returned from Oklahoma, and is so well pleased with it that he has purchased 100 acres of fine land two miles from, Perry, Ok. He will move after he has husked his corn and has had a sale. His many friends do not like to hear of his leaving, yet they wish him and his family well.

            Tonight at the church, the great Oberammegau Passion Play, or Tissot’s Life of Christ. This play takes one through the Holy Land, showing scenes of Jerusalem and many other places of deep interest. Thousands of dollars have been spent in gathering together these beautiful scenes of the Bible and Holy Land, and yet they can be seen in all of their beauty for the small price of admission. Also many scenes of the late missionary war in China, which are very thrilling, as well as educative. Wednesday evening, tonight at the church.

            C. J. Lindemann, brother of Barney Lindemann, of Delphos, is at Perry, OK. And is well pleased with his location and is doing a fine business.

            We have hot Horse Blankets for 65 cents that won’t burn anybody but the one who thinks he can match them in price.

            Finnegan’s Comedy Co. which was at John Lauer’s Hall Saturday night was good as far as it went, but some say that it did not go far enough.

            My time against yours! To show you to discuss not why McKinley was elected but the subject of a good time keeper for a small price.

                                                            C. B. Wannemacher, Jewelry

            Mr. and Mrs. Roth, of Wapakoneta, returned home today, after a visit here.

            There is a good surprise at Nick Gillen’s place, very difficult to describe, and must be seen to be appreciated.

            H. F. Baugh of Ottawa was in town on business.

            Pay strict attention to the Shadowgraph by F. W. Beckman in the “Cyclone From Germany” tomorrow night. It is alone worth the price of admission.

            Chas. Sellet has added a lunch counter and hot soup will be served to the hungry.

            The general trade so far has been very pleasing to the merchants, and all welcome the early rush. Let the good work go on.

            A fine Coach Horse, 4 years old, warranted perfectly sound and gentle, for sale at a bargain. Inquire of Nick Bedink, the Harness man.

            Well, well, boys, if you will go out hunting, be sure that the trigger of guns are all right and remember that there loaded.

            Felt Boots at prices that will make you want to wear a pair home. F. F. Vincke.

            There’s much hammering going on at W. T. Remlinger’s drug store; he is fixing up a place for a large selection of Christmas goods.

                                                           

                                                                        Carl Brown

11-24-1900

Ottoville News DC

            A fixed standard is what we fling to the world; in other words, one price to everybody, and that the lowest; especially in Men’s Overcoats and Suits, at

                                                                                    J. J. Miller’s

            A good Democrat going over the mile and a half pike (?) that was to be, between Ottoville and Delphos said that going to Salt Lake isn’t a circumstance beside pulling through that mile and a half of mud. But we’ll have a picture of that pike by and by.

            Here is a house where the say so is the do so. If you want a Horse Blanket, Robe or good Harness, the right good for the money, you miss hundreds of opportunities if you fail to see Nick Bedink.

            Ottoville has a new industry, in the shape of a saw mill, which Jos. Schimmoeller and Henry Mandery are erecting in the old Mersman place. It will be equipped in first class shape and will turn out good work. Our citizens will all appreciate these efforts to build up out little city, for a saw mill will be a help in many ways, good lumber being always in demand.

            I am selling stylish Jewelry, but not at stylish prices. C. B. Wannemacher

            The Cyclone from Germany changed their programme somewhat here, owning perhaps to the fact that the crowd was not as large as expected, but surely those who did patronize them were entitled to it all.

            Died, on Tuesday, the 5-year old son of Jos. Deckman from lung trouble. The funeral took place Friday morning at St. Mary’s church. The parents’ many friends sympathize with them.

            A fine Coach Horse, 4 years old, warranted perfectly sound and gentle, for sale at a bargain. Inquire of Nick Bedink, the Harness man.

            The recent severe wind storm did much damage throughout the vicinity. Mike Kehres had a chimney blown from the roof of his house and another partly wrecked.

            The sweet, gentle voice of mother dear, sometimes fails to arouse the sleepers, but the great voice of Mother Earth awakened several here on Thursday morning before the usual hour.

            Watch the Pendulum! Spend ten minutes in my store looking over my fine line of Cloaks of the very latest styles and makes, and I will show you a bargain for every tick of the clock.

            Mrs. Nicholas Bedink and daughter are visiting Glandorf.

            Will Otto will be an early bird in the future; out for the City Steam Laundry, Delphos, gathering up your laundry work; or you may leave it at Chas. Sellet’s.

            Leo Otto as a good soup maker, can take his place in the front row.

            Over ten thousand and forty pounds of dressed turkeys were shipped by Ernst last week.

                                                                        Carl Brown

11-28-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Ferd Krebs, of Sioux City, is home for a visit with his parents and friends.

            John Keifer is out looking for a farm to buy. He has been at Cloverdale and vicinity but found nothing to suit.

            Fits well, feels well, looks well and I know will wear well said the young lady who bought here cloak of J. J. Miller. We can please others.

            Several of the farmers near here are engaged in hauling sand from Douglas for the new parsonage which will be built next spring. There are 6 car loads to unload and every member that owns a team should put in a day of hauling.

            I am selling stylish Jewelry, but not at stylish prices. C. B. Wannemacher

            There will be a hot time at Charley Sellet’s stand on Thanksgiving day. Oysters on toast and birds on roast and soup to boost and Leo Otto will be on hand as toast master.

            If you are in need of a washer, ringer, pump, shoes, boots, hats, caps, dry goods, gloves and notions you will find same at F. F. Vincke’ at prices that will save you money.

            The side walk east of town which came to a stand still before completion should be attended to at once. It will only require a little assistance from Georgetown citizens and a few farmers along the line to make a walk that will last a long time to come.

            A fine Coach Horse, 4 years old, warranted perfectly sound and gentle, for sale at a bargain. Inquire of Nick Bedink, the Harness man.

            A son of Pete Wurst who was hauling sand for the new parsonage had quite an experience the other day. He had just crossed the canal bridge on was on the downward grade when the rear axle broke letting the wagon drop to the ground. The driver was not hurt by the fall beyond a good shaking up.

            Gift givers of Handsome Holiday Jewelry; my stock of watches, clocks, rings, Jewelry, novelties and optical goods is the choicest and most complete ever exhibited in my store. The variety is too vast to detail. Call and enjoy a good sight,

                                                C. B. Wannemacher Jeweler

            Whenever you see a small boy hanging from a nail on a roof, from a limb of a tree or on a fence by his coat or pants, his mother buys his clothes at J. J. Miller’s and it takes a step ladder or stepmother to take down a boy who wears our clothes for they are hard to rip.

            A very unfortunate accident occurred at the Ottoville mills Saturday. E. L. Odenweller, the proprietor was hard at work lift a load of corn with the elevator when the crank handle slipped and came back striking Mr. Odenweller on the nose breaking it and bruising his face considerably, causing much pain. He expects to be out in a few days.

            They are smile producers without being purse reducers. A beautiful line of albums for every member of the family from baby to grandpa’s picture. Pretty to look at, reliable to use, easy to buy and a good selection for a Christmas gift. Come and see my stock. You are always welcome whether you wish to buy or not at W. T. Remlinger’s Drug Store.

            John N. Vondran is busy these days with work at the Ottoville mills. John likes his work and is trying to please everybody. How could he be otherwise when the mill turns out the Best.

            Will Otto will be an early bird in the future; out for the City Steam Laundry, Delphos, gathering up your laundry work; or you may leave it at Chas. Sellet’s.

            Joseph Wannemacher and Dan Miller the mud slinger did a job of plastering where they thought they would not receive their pay. But to their surprise when the last trowel was smeared on the old paymaster came to view the job and said, “good job boys, good job, here is your clatter.”

                                                                        Carl Brown

12-1-1900

Ottoville News DC

            John Lauer and daughter attended the Fireman ball at Delphos Thursday evening.

            The latest creations in Jewelry at very moderate prices that are better to see than to wish you had them. C, B. Wannemacher

            Thanksgiving afternoon found A. J. and A. P. Schmidt and their sisters, Misses Mamie and Blanche, paying a visit to this town and at the same time enjoying a carriage ride.

            You who have not yet purchased your fall or winter Dress or Cloak will find a good stock to select from at J. J. Miller’s.

            Henry Kemper made a deal with Henry Singer on the sale of his farm.

            Willie Vincke and Paul Wurst were out hunting on Thanksgiving.

            Clara Wannemacher went to Dayton to visit her sister there.

            Chas. Bildstein was serving some very fine duck to his customers, Thanksgiving day.

            E. L. Odenweller has resumed his place at the mill after being away from business a few days on account of the accident he met.

            Which s cheaper, a good warm suit of Underwear or a Doctor’s bill. See the goods, get our prices and you will buy your Underwear of J. J. Millers.

            Ottoville’s new saw mill started up last Wednesday and is now ready for all comers that have logs to sell.

            G. P. Wannemacher was at Delphos on Friday on business.

            Miss Katie Kramer entertained a party of friends last Sunday evening. All report a pleasant time.

            A magnificent line of Albums. No need to look elsewhere as we have many beautiful articles to suit your fancy and pocketbook for Christmas gifts.

                                                                        W. T. Remlinger Drug Store

            Toney Needling has sold his farm to John Harmens. Toney has purchased land in the state of Washington and expects to make it his future home.

            No more blue Mondays. Willie Otto will make it sunny by collecting your laundry for the Delphos City Steam Laundry or leave it at Chas. Sellet’s.

            Garret Otto had Andy Yacklin buzz up his wood pile.

            Geo. Schleeter and John Lauer took in the show and Haymacker’s dance at Delphos Wednesday evening.

            There’s a good bit of goods in Horse Blankets and Robes for a little bit of cash at Nick Bedink’s.

           

                                                            Carl Brown

12-5-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Geo. Altenburger and Joe Vincke spent Sunday in Delphos visiting Frank Altenburger and family.

            After the ball was over, after the break of morning, two were the sleepers in a buggy at Ft. Jennings when they should have been at home.

            The Ottoville stone quarry has closed down for the season after operating very successfully the past summer. They will open up next season in better shape than ever.

            Rev. Mertes was called away to attend a funeral.

            Chas. Becker and wife, of Cloverdale, were in town to do their fall trading.

            Don’t but until you inspect the line of Jewelry to suit your fancy and at prices to suit the pocketbook at C. B. Wannemacher’s.

            John Winkelman has purchased two incandescent lights for his place of business. It is quite and improvement over ordinary oil lamps.

            The Trustees of Monterey Township should not forget the streets of Georgetown. An outlet to drain the water from same would be quite an improvement to the place.

            To gladden the heart, to entertain your friends, to preserve pictures of dear ones go to W. T. Remlinger for a beautiful Album. They are great values for the price.

            The streets of Ottoville were cleaned and leveled by Mike Vondran acting street commissioner. Mike knows how it is to be done. He is all right.

            The kind that have always proven reliable are the meat cutters and sausage stuffers Wannemacher’s Sons sells.

            The sad news of the death of Mrs. Ferdinand Wannemacher touched the hearts of her many friends with sorrow. She died Tuesday morning at 5 o’clock and had bourne her long suffering with courage ever trusting Him above and trying to be cheerful under her awful affliction, cancer of the face, until death relieved her. Before her marriage she was Barbara Heitzman. She was the mother of eleven children, 8 boys and 3 girls; two sons and one daughter are married. She was 57 years of age and one of the pioneers of the village and loved by all who knew her.

            Funeral services will be held in St. Mary’s church Thursday morning.

            Axes and saws that have the true virtue of the right stuff in them, which are honest values at honest prices.

                        Wannemacher’s Sons

            The five carloads of sand, which were recently shipped to Douglass were all unloaded yesterday. The congregation had the sand now for the new parsonage and will have the nerve to complete it next spring.

            The sun may rise and set but it leaves Martin Wannemacher collecting for the Troy Steam Laundry.

            The tinners have finished the roof on Dr. Binder’s new addition.

            P. Snider of near Wetsel, was in town Monday on business.

            It takes a long time to find out how long a pair of our shoes wear. Try them at J. J. Miller’s.

            J. T. Allen was out around here buying lumber for the Delphos Hoop Co.

            Henry Otto, Alex Miller, Willie Wannemacher, Jr., made a pleasure trip to Ft. Jennings Sunday.

                                                            Carl Brown

12-8-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Geo. P. Wannemacher is delighted with the elegant team he drove a few days. He vouches that it is the only team worth having in Ottoville. Of course the gol darned team came very close to getting away from him but Geo. Held on to them.

            Jake Adams, of Semerville, was in town on business.

            A telegram was received that john Wilhelm, of Defiance, died suddenly on Thursday morning. Funeral will take place Monday morning.

            John was well-known here, and has many relatives in this vicinity.

            The coffee like your mother used to make and a lunch that will tempt your appetite at Chas. Sellet’s at all times.

            Powell Hurst has taken a position at W. T. Remlinger’s Drug Store.

            Frank Adams got a good hair cut and shave from Theo. Kramer because he likes hunting.

            A miss is a good as a mile. You miss it more than that if you fail to see the splendid variety of handsome Jewelry especially selected for Christmas gifts, at C. B. Wannemacher’s.

            Mr. and Mrs. Neitling are the happy parents of a boy born Wednesday.

            Lampson Spangler, aged 68 yrs., died Thursday morning. Four sons and three daughters are living.

            Frank Stump, of Delphos, was visiting here Thursday.

            A. E. Leininger and wife, of Cloverdale, were visiting here this week.

The largest exhibit of albums at W. T. Remlinger’s are matchless in beauty and price elsewhere.

Prof. D. Mc. Ditto, the magnetic healer, was here. He practically demonstrated in two cases his scientific method to cure the afflicted. The Prof. Will be found at Nick Gillen’s hotel on next Monday, Consultation free.

Mrs. Benedict Wannemacher and Mrs. Mat. Wannemacher, of New Philadelphia, are visiting friends here.

Christmas gifts in useful goods are plentiful at moderate prices at Vincke’s.

Mrs. Bert Green, of Ft. Wayne, Ind., is on a pleasant visit to her mother’s here.

Jos. Hotz and wife, of Delphos, were here attending the funeral of Mrs. F. Wannemacher.

Mrs. John Wannemacher, of Ottawa is visiting friends here.

When the children set their happy eyes on Santa Claus’s big stock of Dolls, Doll Furniture, Games and Toys it will make you happy to be with them at W. T. Remlinger’s Drug Store.

The two-year old daughter of George Wannemacher died Thursday morning of diphtheria. Katie Sorg and Jacob Kuhn, of Delphos, were among the friends attending the funeral.

                                                            Carl Brown

12-12-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Mr. William Arthur has got his western horse under control now, and he said, there is no better traveler. So much for the master of the reins, and the good of western stock.

            Chas. Kehres and daughter were at Delphos Tuesday.

            Still the loads of corn are coming to town and reminds one at times of a parade and a welcome one at that.

            Chas. Sellet had a pleasant visit at Delphos Sunday.

            Everything that’s new and every article a bargain. Good Jewelry at very little above cost. C. B. Wannemacher, Jewelry.

            Cold or warm weather, makes no difference to Frank Krebs, he continues to make his usual trips to Delphos.

            John Brandehoff is still busy cutting logs, and buying timber.

            The City Steam Laundry of Delphos engaged Will Otto to collect laundry; they guarantee their work, aiming always to please.

            Miss. Nora Kehres has returned home after an extensive visit at Fort Wayne.

            The near approach of the Holidays make our town the scene of busy activity the stores have taken on their Holiday attire; everything seems now in harmony for a Merry Christmas.

            We have a fine large assortment of Knives and Forks; they make most useful and appropriate Xmas gifts.

                                                            Wannemacher’s Sons

            Mrs. Walter Mersman, of Celina, is here visiting her parents.

            Anna Dilgen, of Delphos, is home for a few days with her parents.

            Axes and saws that will not disappoint in material or price.

                                                            Wannemacher’s Sons

            Barbara Schlerth is home again after an extended visit in Dayton.

            Chas. Sellet is fixing up his ice house getting ready for the real thing.

            Rufas Strahel, of Paulding, was in town on business.

            Leonard Dilger has turned out to be a rapid butcher; five minutes is all he asks on a hog.

            We appeal to your fondness and taste for the beautiful with our fine line of Albums and Christmas goods at very moderate prices.  W. T. Remlinger Drug Store

                                                                        Carl Brown

12-15-1900 DH

            The gas line to the Ottoville field was found Friday to be plugged up almost entirely with clay at a point 1 ½ miles north of Delphos. No wonder the additional pressure wasn’t noticeable in the stoves.

12-15-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Albert Zahner made a business trip to Shelby, O., and also a pleasant visit with his brother John Zahner who lives there.

            The little son of Henry Wurst, living four miles from here, aged 6 years, is quite sick with typhoid.

            Jos. Sutter had quite a lot of fodder shredded with Jos. Fishbouck’s machine.

            Joe Burns is still on the sick list.

            Dr. F. H. Liesen is among the early ones to receive reminders of Christmas. Already he has received one present.

            My stock of Christmas Jewelry will be a source of enjoyment for you to see. Suggestions are many to gift seekers, and prices are very moderate.

                                                C. B. Wannemacher’s Jeweler

            Nick Bedink is about to do away with his old lights and put in new lights made from gasoline. This will be a great improvement.

            A nice pocketknife for the men is a useful present; at all prices at Wannemacher’s Sons.

            Wm. And Barney Schlagbaum went to Covington Ky., to attend the funeral of their uncle, Chas. Boglschutz, of that place.

            Joseph Rust has returned from Ft. Wayne, where he has been with his wife while she was undergoing an operation at St. Joseph Hospital. The operation was very successful and Mrs. Rust’s many friends will be glad to learn that she is improving nicely.

            An Album makes an ideal present. Don’t buy until you have cast an eye over my fine stock of Christmas goods. And remember that they are going to be sold cheap and that there will be none left to carry over the Holidays. That means much to the buyers that come to W. T. Remlinger’s Drug Store.

            The Ottoville Mills wagon has had a very handy and useful device added to it in the shape of a wagon bed holster, used to dump the load all at once, saving time and labor. Odenweller has an eye out for the good things.

            Henry Schmersal’s little boy has been very sick with the typhoid fever, but we are glad to hear he is improving.

            Jacob Thittoff has returned home from Celina where he has been at work.

            J. C. Wannemacher made a business trip to Delphos Thursday.

            Fanny Wannemacher is visiting at Delphos this week.

            Gerhard Otto and sister were in Delphos on business Thursday.

            Chas. Sellet is busy hauling saw dust for his ice house.

            John Vondran is busy hauling egg cases for J. J. Miller from Douglass.

            Joe Wannemacher, the plasterer, has taken the job of plastering Joe Hoerstman’s business place at Muntana.

            Andy Yochum, Peter Krebs, and Chas. Sutter went to Ottawa Sunday.

            The City Steam Laundry of Delphos has engaged with Will Otto to collect laundry; the guarantee their work, aiming always to please.

           

                                                            Carl Brown

12-19-1900

Ottoville News DC

            J. Bigelow is busy moving a house for T. Farris.

            George Uptegrove was in town on Monday on business.

            John Lauer made a business trip to Ottawa Monday.

            Andy Krebs and wife, of Lima, are here visiting his parents.

            Chas. Lang and Art Wulfhorst, of Delphos, made a visit here Sunday.

            Chas. Krebs celebrated his 21^st birthday. Henceforth he is a man and will vote.

            Miss Barbara Schlereth has returned from Toledo where she spent time with her sister.

            Joe Wannemacher, the plasterer, has received a new shot gun. Look out for the game.

            There were quite a number of people on the ice Sunday a number skated to Delphos.

            Mike Schlertt, of Georgetown, is enjoying good health on the strength of his fatted pig.

            Henry Wurst is up and around again after nursing a sever sprain the result of a fall from a ladder.

            John Lauer is having an ice house built and will soon be on the hunt, not for game, but cold ice.

            Christmas Jewelry of all kinds and description, rich and beautiful at prices in your favor at C. B. Wannemacher’s.         

            The fullest answer to what shall it be for Christmas? A special offer on fine Albums at W. T. Remlinger, Drug Store.

            Henry Krebs on Monday broke the ice and fished with good success getting over twenty pounds. Now don’t everybody go fishing.

            The members of the Solar Game Club of this place are enjoying the club part alright but some want to know where the game comes in.

            Last week Lew Hammons and Miss Cora Stirns were married by Rev. Leonard, of Mandale. Their many friends extend congratulations.

            Chas. Lauer while Skating to Delphos Sunday on the canal broke through the ice and got a cold bath. He is looking for the fellow who said the ice was 12 inches thick.

            Your Christmas laundry. We do it right. We don not tear or wear out the fabric. The best Santa Claus act you can do for yourself is to give Will Otto your laundry for the Delphos City Laundry.

                                                            Carl Brown

12-23-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Jos. Reif, of Delphos, was in town Tuesday on business.

            Gust. Kehres is preparing to move to Perry, Oklahoma where he will reside in the future.

            J. C. Wannemacher, Frank Gmeiner, and Nick Gillen were in Ottawa on business.

            The fine new residence of Wm. Miller is about completed.

            John Scherger, of Delphos, was in town Thursday on business.

            Lew Weiler and Florence Sidner were callers at John Lauer’s where they took dinner.

            There will be a feast of feasts at Chas. Sellet’s on Christmas in the shape of a nice fat pig.

            John Lauer, it is rumored, will be prepared to give all callers on Xmas a surprise.

            Dan Miller will finish plastering Dr. Binder’s new addition to his house.

            The firm known as Lauer & Yocklin has dissolved partnership, Mr. Yocklin retiring.

            Miss Anna Jerwers who is attending the Elgin school went to Glandorf to spend Christmas with her parents.

            Max Winkelman was in town again after being housed up for several weeks on account of his health.

            Ben Gillin and Dr. Ouckle, of Cincinnati will be home to spend Christmas. There will be a good old time.

            Walter Mresman, Peter Ouckle and Henry Goeble, of Celina, will spend Christmas with their friends and relatives at Ottoville.

            Daniel Miller, Sr., is building a handsome wood house on modern lines.

            Conrad Krebs and John Kiefer made another trip to Cloverdale to buy a farm. They located two, which they will probably buy.

            Nick Lauer and Jos. Miller are trying to help out their friend Geo. Altenburger by buzzing his wood for him. They say it is too hard on friend Geo. To see him bucking wood.

            Frank Gmeiner will be a candidate for County Recorder. Frank has always been a faithful worker on behalf of the Democratic party and its success.

            Miss Mary Miller, Anna Jerwers, Clara Wannemacher and Mrs. Mersman spent a pleasant evening with Katy Kortokrax.

            Wm. And B. Schlagbaum of Ottoville, and Mrs. Louisa Helmkamp, of Ft. Jennings, who attended the funeral of Mr. Gogenshutz at Covington Ky., returned Wednesday.

            Jewelry, the latest, the best; everything you may want. I am selling at low prices you get nowhere else. C. B. Wannemacher, Jeweler

            Jos. Wannemacher, Dan Miller, Wm. Wurst and Peter Miller went coon hunting the other night. They succeeded (so they say) in catching 3 coons. But they did not mention what kind of coon.

            Mrs. W. J. Faulder died Tuesday morning at 2 o’clock after a long illness of lung trouble. The deceased was born August 28, 1874. Her maiden name was Alla Hughes and her parents live 4 miles north of Ottoville where she died.

            Seven years ago she married Mr. Faulder, this union was blessed with one child, a bright little boy, who with the father are left to mourn the loss of wife and mother. A short service was held at the home of her parents Wednesday morning conducted by Rev. James Claypool, after which the remains were taken to Ft. Jefferson, for burial. The bereaved family has the sympathy of all.

            A grand shooting match for turkeys, ducks and chickens at Nick Gillen’s the day before Christmas, Monday, Dec. 24. Let everybody attend.

            Your Christmas laundry. We do it right. We don not tear or wear out the fabric. The best Santa Claus act you can do for yourself is to give Will Otto your laundry for the Delphos City Laundry.

                                                            Carl Brown

12-26-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Katie Krebs is home from Ft. Wayne.

            Geo. Fishback is here on a visit from Orleans, Nebraska, where his home has been for the last four years. He is much pleased to meet his many old friends and to see Ottoville flourishing as it is. He is visiting his brother Joseph.

            Joseph Dilger and Laura Hammons were in town Saturday doing their shopping at Vincke’s.

            Michael Vondran accidentally overturned his wagon in front of Miller’s while endeavoring to turn about, damaging it somewhat.

            Henry and Joe Helsers went to Cincinnati for Xmas and spent a week with friends there. If the Ottoville band boys had been ready there would have been music for Henry and Joe.

            For Sale – a good, new Store Building, 21 x 60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25 x 132. A rare chance. Call on or address Courant office.

            The well known butchers, Sutter & Studer, are having a fine refrigerator put in their establishment.

            Joe. Weaver has sold his corn husker to Fred Glaten.

            Martin Obringer spent Xmas with his friends about Delphos.

            Mrs. J. F. Singer, of Defiance, is visiting her father, Nick Zahm.

            John Rekart, of Toledo, was here among friends for Xmas.

            Ben. Miehls, the stock buyer of Ft. Jennings, was in town Monday.

            Jos. Sutter made a business trip to Toledo Saturday.

                       

                                                            Carl Brown

12-29-1900

Ottoville News DC

            Frank Krebs is having a sign advertising his furniture business, placed on his building.

            Frank Ulrich, of Akron, is here visiting friends.

            Mamie Lauer went to Delphos Thursday to visit her grandmother.

            Mr. and Mrs. Frank Altenburger, of Delphos spent a very pleasant Xmas here with relatives and friends.

            Peter Ouckle has returned to Celina.

            Daniel Miller went to Lorain to visit his son there.

            John Reckart, Chas. Sellet, Frank Gmeiner and Andy Peters made a trip to Ottawa Thursday.

            Emma Miller and Lottie Fritz, of Bismark, O., are here visiting  Henry Earnst and friends.

            Joe Detring has returned from Laten Corners, Mich., where he attended the funeral of his mother in law, Mrs. J. Gross.

            Christmas was made very merry by the arrival of a baby boy at the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. Brinkman.

            Walter Mersman and wife have returned to Celina after a pleasant visit here.

            Otto Kortokrax is sporting a brand new wagon.

            Mrs. B. and Mattie Wannemacher have returned from New Philadelphia, after a very pleasant visit here.

            Bilstein has the latest, something entirely new.

            The C. K. O. will meet tonight at 7 o’clock at St. Joseph Church.

            Married on Wednesday evening by Squire Wannemacher, Orville foster and Emily Poley.

            Geo. Earnest bought a new suit recently an found a prize in one of the pockets. Owner can have same by identifying it.

            To those who join hands in wedlock, Henry Schmersal is giving a pig to the happy couple. Look out Henry there are others.

            For Sale – a good, new Store Building, 21 x 60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25 x 132. A rare chance. Call on or address Courant office.

            Dr. Liesen received as a Christmas present from Henry Schmersal a nice young pig which weighed 30 lbs. The Doctor invited in a number of his friends to enjoy the feast with him and they say it went ahead of the turkey.

            A crowd of young people from Delphos drove here Christmas night and spent a pleasant evening with friends. In the crowd were Edith Lindeman, Pauline Goehring, Emma Steinle, Katie Hodde, Lucy Jettinghoff, Celia and Gertie Banzoff; Messrs. Ed. Davis, Thomas Williams, Ed. King, Alex Wrocklage and Joe Kuhn.

            A suit was brought before Squire Wannemacher by Henry Wurst against Ed. Eickholt. Wurst claimed to have done extra work on a carpenter job for Eickholt and demanded 10 dollars extra, which the latter refused to pay, hence the suit. The case was compromised Thursday and Eickholt paid the cost.

                                                            Carl Brown

10-26-1900

Delphos Herald

Mamie Ockuley

Unfortunate Ottoville Girl Dead In Cleveland

Result of a Criminal Operation – She is the Daughter of Mrs. Edward Miller, Living North of Delphos

            Mrs. Edward Miller, living five miles north of Delphos, received a telegram from Coroner Simon, at Cleveland, that Mamie Ockuley and her child were dead there at the county morgue. The girl is the daughter of Mrs. Miller, by her first husband. The telegram stated that the body was in bad shape. Both bodies were frozen to preserve them.

            The Ockuley girl died in Cleveland Wednesday at 4 a.m., at the home of Mrs. Barbara LeClercq, 213 Barber Avenue. She went to Cincinnati about a year ago, to learn the millinery trade, and from there went to Cleveland, where she was employed by J. & W. Sheibel, cloak manufacturer. She was about 21 years old, small in stature, and very attractive in appearance. She was well known in Delphos and was employed in Van Wert as a domestic.

            In Cleveland she met John A. Dicker, traveling salesman for the Sanitary Supply Co., of that city. She went to the home of Mrs. Eugene Jackson, No. 166 Beyerle street, in Cleveland, with a letter of introduction from Dicker. On Tuesday Mrs. Jackson accompanied the Ockuley girl to the home of Mrs. Barbara LeClercq, No. 213 Barber Ave. Mrs. LeClercq told the girl she could stay over night, but must return to Mrs. Jackson’s house the next morning. However her death occurred Wednesday morning, and a post mortem held by Dr. Bard showed that the girl had died from the effects of a criminal operation. Dr. Homer C. Ballard was called at 4 a.m. to see the girl, and went to his office for an assistant, but she died a few minutes after the doctor had left. About three years ago Mrs. LeClrecq was arrested for having in her house the body of a girl who died as a result of a criminal operation, but denied having attempted to assist the girl. It is intimated by the Coroner that a Prospect Street doctor may be asked to plead to a charge of complicity in the Ockuley girl’s death.

            Two dozen letters written to Mamie Ockuley at 78 Bank Street and 38 Plymouth Street in Cleveland were turned over to the Coroner. They were all signed by John A. Dicker, and in most of the letters the writer advised the unfortunate girl to “go to a doctor and get out of trouble.” The name of Dr. Fogg was mentioned in one of the letters. The LeClercq residence was searched for evidence of malpractice while the inquest was being held. In every one of the letters Dicker called the Ockuley girl his “sweetheart.”

            The news of the girls death came to her mother as a sad surprise. She was home last January to attend the funeral of Rev. Fr. Mueller, at Ottoville, and all appeared to be well at that time. The dead girl has three brothers, John, studying medicine in Cincinnati; Peter, an employee at Mersman’s furniture factory in Celina; and George who is at home.

“Bring Her Home To Me”

            The Cleveland Press of Saturday contains a picture of unfortunate Mamie Ockuley, the LeClercq home, where she died, and Charles LeClercq and his wife.

            Coroner Simon talked to Mrs. Edward Miller, the girl’s mother, at Ottoville, Friday, over the long distance telephone. Mrs. Miller sobbed when she heard the details of her daughter’s death, and broke down completely. Mrs. Miller said that the girl had written home some time ago that she intended to be married. The coroner was asked over the phone if Mamie was married, and answered in the negative, when Mrs. Miller wept violently. “Bring her home to me,” cried the distracted mother. “Bring her home to me. Oh if she had only stayed here with me! If she had only come to me!”

            The Cleveland police remembered that the girl had called at headquarters several weeks ago, asking them to aid her in finding John Dicker, her lover. The deceased was a daughter of Frank Ockuley, who died when Mamie was six years old, her mother was married several years ago to Edward Miller, who owns the farm on which the new gas wells are located in the Ottoville field. The girl made her home in Cleveland with her uncle George C. Ehrbar, of 38 Plymouth Street. Mr. Ehrbar says that Dicker called at the house many times.

            When the girl left the house she said she was going to visit one of her lover’s friends, and the next Erhbar heard of her was that she was dead. Charles LeClercq, at whose house she died, is a lamplighter. He said that on Tuesday night Mamie Ockuley, his wife, Mrs. Jackson and another person drank beer and made merry; and that the girl did not become sick until early in the morning. Dr. Fogg was asked if he had ever heard of Mamie Ockuley, when he said; “No, I wish I did know her – if she had any money back of her.” Before the girl died, Dr. Ballard testified at the inquest, he asked her if she was married, and that she replied that she had recently been married to a man named John, and that the first of the year there was to be a public ceremony. “She said that the reason for secrecy was that she did not wasn’t her parents to know of the marriage,” said Dr. Ballard.

            Mrs. Ehrbar, the girl’s aunt, blames Dicker, and said that Ockuley girl had shown her some medicine, which she had been given by Dicker. Mrs. Ehrbar further said: “The girl told me Dicker was trying to get her out of trouble for which he was responsible.” A dispatch from Washington says that John Dicker was seen at the Hotel James there, and said”

            “I never knew Mamie Ockuley, and never wrote letters to anyone of that name. I don’t know of any other John Dicker or John A. Dicker.” Questions relating to the woman and her death were put in a half dozen forms, but Dicker’s denials were absolute. His self-possession was perfect.

            He displayed no trace of agitation and was not in the least annoyed or uneasy over the notoriety, which might come from association of his name with the case. Near the close of the interview, he asked to the character of the letters and whether the woman died in a doctor’s office, but there was nothing in his manner to indicate that questions were prompted by anything except passing curiosity.

“Murder!” Shrieked The Mother

            In Cleveland Saturday, at the county morgue, there was a heartrendering scene, when Mrs. Edward Miller looked on the form of her daughter, Mamie Ockuley, who died last Wednesday the result of an alleged criminal operation. Mr. Miller and Peter Ockuley, of Celina, went to Cleveland on Friday. The girls older brother J. S. Ockuley; senior student at the Ohio Medical College in Cincinnati was the first to arrive in Cleveland, and identified the remains. Mrs. Miller, the girls mother, her other brother George Ockuley, and her uncle Nicholas Gillen, of Ottoville, also went to Cleveland, where they were met by Frank Ockuley, of Rockport, the dead girl’s grandfather.

            Mrs. Miller was dressed in black and heavily veiled. She broke down almost as soon she entered the morgue, and kept crying; “Oh Mamie! Oh Mamie! Murder!” She started back to look at her daughter’s body, but completely collapsed when she saw the sheet that covered her form. Before her husband and sons could get her away she fainted, and it was some time before she recovered sufficiently to leave.

            The remains of the unfortunate girl were taken to Hogan & Co.’s undertaking rooms and prepared for burial. The funeral was held Monday at 9 o’clock at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, in Cleveland. Burial in Calvary cemetery, in Newburg.

            The inquest in the case was resumed Saturday, and after several witnesses were examined the inquest was continued. John A. Dicker, the Cleveland traveling man who is thought to have been responsible for the girl’s condition and advised her to take the step that resulted in her death, returned home to Cleveland from Washington, in response to a telegram from his parents, urging him to come. Mrs. Ehrbar, the dead girl’s aunt, said that the girl told her that her relations with Dicker were begun under a promise of marriage, and that when she wrote and told her lover of her condition he answered by renewing his promise of marriage and told her to go to the LeClercq home until he got in from his trip on the road, and then they would be married.

            The shock of the terrible news almost prostrated Dicker’s parents. Mrs. Dicker says she does not believe her son had any hand in the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate girl, or her death. She said that Henry Jackson and his wife called and told them of the affair in which their son was mixed up, and Mrs. Dicker thinks her son is the victim of conspiracy, as the Jackson’s told conflicting stories and expressed the wish that John would go to the old country and not return to Cleveland. Said Mrs. Dicker. “I think he was in love with her, and intended to marry her, and when heard that she was in trouble he was dragged into the affair by other guilty person, and that his advice to her in his letters was simply to help her in her hour of trouble. She may have written him that she was ill and he probably thought a great deal of her, he advised her to go to a doctor, and promised to send her money. I think my son is the victim of a conspiracy, and that certain people have been bleeding him for money.”

            From letters found in Mamie Ockuley’s possession and from the fact that she sought the aid from police to locate him a short time previously, her ruin is attributed to a Cleveland traveling man. On letter reads as follows.

                                                                                    “Oct. 7, 1900

            “Dear Mamie: Don’t wait any longer than you can help about this matter. I will settle all expenses and may be able to send you some money this week, but don’t depend on it.

            “There is a doctor -------- on Detroit street. You can find out about it from him, I am sure. Now, dearest, keep cool, and don’t delay any longer than you can help. I trust you, and you can trust me. We must work to together. I will see you through it all, but you must keep it all to yourself. I wish you success, and when it is all over how nice it will be! Go to see people who you think will do you the most good, and don’t let anyone scare you. By all means, don’t worry, and keep cool. Hoping you are all O. K. in a week from now, I remain your loving friend.                                       Jack

            “Gilsey Hosue, New York, N. Y.

            “Be sure to destroy all the letters of mine, because you cannot tell who might see one. Be very careful and fix it up with doctor so no one will catch on if you should happen to be laid up for a week or so. Just take care of yourself, and do something. Quicker the better. Time is worth a great deal sweetheart. Good-bye.

Destroy all letter.”

                                                            The Funeral

            The funeral of Mamie Ockuley, who died last week of a criminal operation, was held at 7:15 Monday morning in Cleveland. There was a prayer over the remains at Hogan’s morgue, followed by a short service at Trinity Catholic Church, on Woodland avenue, conducted by Rev. Peter Becker. The burial was at Calvary cemetery. The services were private. The relatives and a few friends only were in attendance. Mrs. Miller, mother of the dead girl, was unable to view the face of the dead at the morgue. Sunday she wanted to go to Hogan’s morgue, but was unable to control herself. She gave way to the wildest manifestations of grief when the remains were carried into the church. The pallbearers were friends of the family.

            John A. Dicker, whose letters were found among the possessions of Mamie Ockuley, arrived at the home of his parents, 546 Scranton avenue, Sunday. He refused to talk to publications, but said he would appear before the Coroner, Monday, and tell all he knew. Dicker appeared unconcerned, and laughed when asked if he had been secretly married to the girl, or if he had expected to marry her. He admitted he knew Mamie Ockuley, although he denied, when first interviewed in Washington, that he ever heard of her.

            The police fear they will be unable to fix the blame for the girl’s death on anyone. The grand jury will investigate the case.

            No further action was taken in the case by Coroner Simon, Monday. Early Monday morning J. C. Templeton, the coroner’s special officer, went to the home of John A. Dicker with a subpoena, but Dicker was not at home. His mother said he and his father had gone over to the city, and expected to go to see the Coroner.

            The young man failed to appear at the morgue up to 1 p.m.