Ottoville Items - 1901

1-2-1901 DC

            Alex Lauer made a trip to South Bend, Ind., and had a pleasant time.

            A. H. Raabe and Barney Cavelage of Ft. Jennings were in town on business and calling on friends.

Ruth Stump of Delphos, spent New Years with Mrs. Mike Krebs.

John Ockuley, Joe Wurst, Fred Krebs and Leo Otte, at the eleventh hour, reported a pleasant time at the Lauer House.

Henry Orbine, of Lima, spent New Years with his parents.

Miss Lizzie Kehres and friends, of Delphos, are visiting her parents, Mike Kehres and wife.

Barney Deitering and family, of Iowa, are here visiting.

Fran Deitering who spent Xmas here with his parents has returned to Iowa.

Last Saturday the angel of death took home the spirit of the two-weeks old baby of Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Helves.

C. Bener, of Joliet, Ill., is visiting here.

Fred Krebs met with an unfortunate accident while stepping from the hearse, Monday. He slipped and fell, spraining his ankle quite severely.

Mass was celebrated New Years eve in St. Mary’s church, and there was a very large attendance.

Frank and John Wannemacher, of Cloverdale, spent New Years here visiting friends. Frank recently opened a blacksmith shop there with everything necessary to do first class work.

Clara Willhelm is on the sick list.

Ben Gillen returned today to his studies at College in Cincinnati.

A queer but painful accident occurred here on New Years. Louis Knoepfle was lighting a match when the head flew off striking his celluloid collar, which took fire but by jerking his collar off saved himself from cremation.

For Sale – A good, new Store Building, 21x60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25x132. A rare chance. Call on or address Courant office.

                                               

                                                Carl Brown

1-4-1901 DH

            The Delphos Natural Gas Company Thursday evening purchased the Ed Miller gas well No. 1 in the Ottoville field, and tomorrow the gas will be turned into the mains, Britt, says.

1-5-1901 DC

            A theatre party consisting of Misses Anna Bucreth, Celia Gier, Lillie Lauer, and Messrs. Alex Lauer, C. B. Wannemacher, Henry Otte, Alex Miller, Fred Krebs, Frank Kramer, Jacob Wannemacher, Alex Wannemacher, and Chas. Wannemacher drove to Delphos Wednesday night and witnessed the production of “Finnigan’s Ball.” They all report a fine production.

            Miss Bertha Flanigan, of Delphos, is here visiting friends.

            The cold wave is welcome here. Everyone is busy putting up ice for the warm days to come.

            John Hotz, of Delphos, is here seeing some friends.

            While skating Joe Wannemacher treed a wild animal with his dog Sport. It is on exhibition at Chas. Sellet’s now and all are welcome to see it.

            Louis Sprow was in town for the first time since he had his arm hurt.

            Paul De Severna is painting very attractive signs for the butchers.

            Two car loads of buggies are being put in at Wannemacher and Sons.

            Alex Wannemacher made a business trip to Delphos, Friday.

            John Kehres came home from Glandorf to visit his folks.

            Jack Weber bought the farm of Henry Kemper, three miles north of here. The deal was made last week.

                                                            A Card

            To those who are owing me, I wish to say that the new year is here and the accounts of 1900 I desire very much to be paid. So please call.

                                                M. F. Krebs

            Undertaker and Furniture Dealer

            Oak logs bought at the highest price at the Ottoville saw mill.

            One of our friends informs us that he can’t even look at an unmarried woman without being talked about. Well, that is not so bad as not being talked about.

            It isn’t necessary for you to be an acrobat in order to “tumble” to the fact that this is the best paper for your family to read.

            Last year some one stole meat from Henry Schmersal’s smoke house. He is now prepared for such visitors.

            Frank Gmeiner is announced as candidate for county recorder.

            Mrs. Joseph Halter died last Sunday at the home of her sister, Mrs. Ed Schwertner, who lives two miles east of here. Mrs. Halter came here a short time ago from Cleveland. She was 49 years old and had been ill for some time. Thinking the change would do her some good, she left her home and came here to visit her sister, where she died.

For Sale – A good, new Store Building, 21x60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25x132. A rare chance. Call on or address Courant office.

                                               

                                                Carl Brown

1-9-1901 DC

            Paul DeSeverna, the painter, has gone to Frankfort to remain during the balance of the winter.

            To the Ladies, if you want a Jacket at half price see J. J. Miller.

            You can’t tell how an apple tastes by licking the skin; neither can you tell what pleasure you will enjoy by reading the Courant, when you read it but once. Subscribe for it and become a steady reader.

            One of our subscribers asked us how to tell a bad egg. The only information we can give is that if you are in doubt of it, break it gently.

            A young lady says that a young man shouldn’t think because a girl looks at him in an interested manner that she is stuck on him. Maybe his necktie is up under his ear or his socks are down over his shoes.

            Mr. and Mrs. Roth, of Wapakoneta, are here visiting friends here. They contemplate moving here. Ottoville will give them a cordial welcome.

            Go and see the Seeker Stock Co. at Delphos on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Prices 10, 20 and 30 cts.

            The ice business has been on the boom the last few days. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

            It is rumored that Wm. J. Rekart has become quite interested in Glandorf of late. He is good company and the boys here miss him. How is it William, guilty or not.

            While Robert Dunlap was hauling logs to Douglas his horses became frightened and ran away. They were caught before and damage was done.

            Henry Fishback, of Nebraska, is here visiting his brother Joseph and friends. He is well pleased with the country out there. He says the crops are not as regular as around here but when they do grow they make up for the failures.

A Card

            To those who are owing me, I wish to say that the new year is here and the accounts of 1900 I desire very much to be paid. So please call.

                                                            M. F. Krebs

                        Undertaker and Furniture Dealer

Tillie Fate, of Toledo, is visiting with Henry Mandery and wife.

Nick Bedink and wife went Monday to Glandorf for a visit.

Fred Gmeiner and J. W. Rekart went to Paulding Center on business.

C. F. Hughes, of Jackson Center, is home for a visit with his parents, W. D. Hughes and wife.

On the opening night, Thursday, of the Seeker Stock Co., they will present the thrilling play entitled “The Heart of Kentucky.” Ida Nelson playing the role of Daisy. Popular prices, 10, 20 and 30 cents.

The angel of death on Saturday evening took back to its Maker the 5 months old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Winkelman. The funeral services were held Monday. The parents have the sympathy of the entire community.

In the spirit of kindness we wish to say to parents of dear little children to impress upon the minds of the little ones that the time of people engaged in business be it dress making or any other valuable business, is valuable. While the bright young faces are always welcome but for them to become noisy and disorderly around a place of business is a nuisance and it is the duty of parents to see that such things do not occur.

For Sale – A good, new Store Building, 21x60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25x132. A rare chance. Call on or address Courant office.

                                               

                                                Carl Brown

1-12-1901 DC

            Joe Vincke and Willie Wannemacher took in the show at Delphos Monday night.

A. C. Kortier, the marshal of Ft. Jennings was in town looking for some people.

Miss Clara Wannemacher is on the sick list. It is hoped she will soon recover.

Nick Gillen made a business trip to Delphos Monday.

Miss Charlotte Miller was pleasantly surprised by a number of friends on Tuesday evening at her home two miles west of here.

W. Bohn, while butchering last week accidentally cut his hand, which is very painful.

Miss Bertha Flannigan has returned to her home in Delphos after a pleasant visit at John Lauer’s home.

Miss Tille Fiath has returned to her home in Toledo after a pleasant visit at the home of Henry Mandery.

If you have a voice sing when about your work. It is like a boy’s whistle; it keeps up your courage.

The young woman who gat married in a balloon a short time ago must have thought that there was no man on earth good enough for her. Perhaps she didn’t wait long enough at sixteen.

A man from Germany is in town hunting for his brother, Joseph Heck, whom he had traced to Wapakoneta. But was unable to locate him.

Alex Brown, Western and Southern Insurances agent, of Delphos, was here Thursday and did a good business.

Frank Gier, of Delphos, was in town Wednesday.

Henry and Barney Giesken, of this place, were called to Glandorf account of the illness of their mother.

If you want accident or life insurance you will do well by calling on Geo. Altenburger and get figures before placing your insurance elsewhere.

Lew Martin, the Douglas merchant sold out to Pete Wurst who will try and make things good.

Fred Blunk, Bird Soliday and Martin celebrated a holiday of their own yesterday. They report a good time.

Lew Gmeiner and Henry Kehres went to Mandale on business.

E. L. Odenweller is getting his mill yard planted with trees. He will have quite a forest, which Mike Vondran is looking after.

John Lauer, Chas Sellet and Nick Gillen feel happy on account of getting their crop of ice during the recent cold spell.

Otto Kortokrax lost his mackintosh hauling logs to Delphos. How did this happen, friend Otto? Have you found the same? If not put an add in the Courant.

Go and see the Seeker Stock Co. at Delphos on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Prices 10, 20 and 30 cts.

For Sale – A good, new Store Building, 21x60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25x132. A rare chance. Call on or address Courant office.

                                               

                                                Carl Brown

1-16-1901 DC

            Mrs. Maggie Weger, of Decatur, Ind., is home visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. Vondran.

            Joe Wannemacher made a business trip to Ottawa Monday.

            Matt Kramer left for Canton, where he expects to buy property and locate.

            Henry Schmersal was in Ft. Jennings Monday.

            The small pox epidemic at Grover Hill and vicinity is still raging and the Board of Health of Jackson Twp. Has quarantined the territory north of the Spangler School.

            A pleasant sewing party was held at the home of Mrs. Mary Anna Krebs. The time was spent in making bed comforts. A delicious supper was served an all report a pleasant time.

Died

            H. H. Helves on Saturday morning. Four years ago he sustained a stroke of paralysis which rendered him helpless and caused intense suffering until he was relieved by death. He was born in Germany and came to this country in 1842 settling in Cincinnati. He afterwards took up his residence on a farm west of town where he lived out the remainder of his life. A wife and 12 children mourn the loss of a kind husband and father.

For Sale – A good, new Store Building, 21x60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25x132. A rare chance. Call on or address Courant office.

                                               

                                                Carl Brown

1-19-1901 DC

            Don’t forget the big dance in Lauer’s Hall next Thursday night. Louth Bros. Orchestra.

            Mike Schlerth Jr., returned from Defiance where he attended the funeral of his cousin, Mike Schamberg.

            Lew Gmeiner bought a tract of timber of Parrot Bros., which will be cut into cordwood.

            Geo. Hohlbine and Fred Blunk celebrated another holiday at Douglas last Saturday. There was a time at which the entire community had a hearty laugh at their expense; a good time is reported.

            You could paint the world nearly any color with the large stock of paints that W. T. Remlinger has.

            Frank Helvers of Cincinnati was here to attend the funeral of his father.

            Miss Bessie Hughes and Richard Davidson were married last Sunday by Squire Wannemacher. They will leave shortly for Michigan, where Richard will take charge of his father’s farm. Their many friends extend congratulations.

            John Eickholt met with a bad accident. While chopping wood his axe slipped and nearly cut off his foot.

            Fred Bohn, while helping Nick Lauer butcher, had a supposedly dead hog kick his hand, making a bad wound. His friends hope for a speedy recovery.

            Among the happy parents this week are; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Shider, a boy; Mr. and Mrs. Otto Kortokrax, a girl; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bohn, a girl.

            John Hohlbine and John Fishback have bought the farm one half mile north of Douglas, known as the Fishback farm.

            J. F. Wannemacher went to Muntana yesterday to look after his business interests there.

            Albert Zahner’s freight wagon broke down just three miles from Delphos yesterday. Frank Kramer was driving to Delphos with a load, when the axle broke. Pretty cold day to be dropped and stopped.

            J. C. Wannemacher and Frank Gmeiner were in Ottawa on business Friday.

For Sale – A fine black horse, weighing 13 to 14 hundred. 6 years old, for $65, a bargain; call on C. Richardson, 4 miles north of here.

Chas. Booth, of Mandale, was in town yesterday on business.

Matt Kramer has purchased a fine 14 acre farm near Canton, O. He will make that his home in the near future. Many good wishes will follow him.

B. J. Wannemacher is ailing with the grip; he thinks that it takes something stronger than water and time to effect a cure. Some medicine company will get a free adv.

We are glad to see Jacob Tithoff out again after his severe illness.

For Sale – A good, new Store Building, 21x60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25x132. A rare chance. Call on or address Courant office.

                                               

                                                Carl Brown

1-23-1901 DC

            Alex Lauer and Charles Wannemacher were in Delphos Tuesday.

            Ed Leininger, of Massillon, is here visiting his parents and friends.

            J. J. Miller made a business trip to Delphos Monday.

Don’t forget the big dance in Lauer’s Hall tomorrow night. Louth Bros. Orchestra.

G. Weichmann, of Breece, Ill., brother of Father Weichmann, is here visiting his brother and friends.

Jos. Sutter and wife were in Delphos Tuesday attending the funeral of Mrs. Groty.

Geo. Kehres and daughter, of Findlay, O., are spending a pleasant visit with August Kehres and family.

Public sale on Feb. 2d, 1901, at august Kehres’ farm 2 miles northwest of here. 4 horses, colt, several cows, farming implements and household goods will be sold. Don’t forget to attend.

For Sale – A fine black horse, weighing 13 to 14 hundred. 6 years old, for $65, a bargain; call on C. Richardson, 4 miles north of here.

Real Estate Sale – Chas. Grubenhoff of near Cloverdale, disposed of 40 acres of farm land to Amelia Eickholt.

W. J. Rekart sold 40 acres in Monroe township to A. Yocklin and Jos. Studer.

Joe Studer and wife went to Delphos Tuesday to attend the funeral of Mrs. Groty.

John Farnman, of Van Wert, came this morning to get a load of poultry and eggs, and one of his horses got sick and was dead in a short time.

August Kloeppel, of Toledo, and Oliver Kloeppel, of Defiance, and Mrs. Mary Wank, of New Regel, came to Delphos with Otto Kortokrax to attend the funeral of Mrs. Groty. They returned to visit with Otto Kortokrax.

On Sunday morning the home of S. S. Johnson, 4 miles north, was burned with all its contents except a bedstead and a few light articles; even the family clothing was burned. The loss was about a thousand dollars, with no insurance. The origin of the fire is not known. It is a heavy loss to Mr. Johnson for all he had was in the house.

Our Douglass correspondent informs that the great entertainers, of that place last week were not, as we had them, but instead they were Fritz Hitmeier and George Hohlbine that celebrated a happy holiday; and Fred Blank was there only to see the cars go by.

For Sale – A good, new Store Building, 21x60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25x132. A rare chance. Call on or address or Nick Bedink.

                                               

                                                Carl Brown

1-26-1901 DC

            W. J. Rekart made a trip almost around the state of Ohio. From Ottoville he took in Canton, Norwalk, New Philadelphia, Cleveland, Belvue and Toledo. But when he returned home he was satisfied that Ottoville was all O. K.

            E. L. Odenweller is leveling the pike between Ottoville and Douglas.

            Mrs. Matt Schulien has sold the Malefsky property to M. A. Guisinger.

            Frank Schulien and Alfonse Roth have bought the brick building on 6^th Ave. formerly used as a planning mill. They expect to engage in some business.

            Public sale on Feb. 2d, 1901, at august Kehres’ farm 2 miles northwest of here. 4 horses, colt, several cows, farming implements and household goods will be sold. Don’t forget to attend

            Leo Otto and Schimmoeller were in Delphos Thursday on business.

            S. D. Chambers returned Wednesday from Denver, Colorado.

            It is reported the Ben Wannemacher, of New Philadelphia, has sold his flouring mill.

            John Eickholt, who severely cut his foot with an ax, was in town yesterday.

            Schulien and Roth are going to remodel the old planning mill building, putting in a plate glass front and perhaps add another story. It will be equipped for a business room.

            The Delphos Steam Laundry should provide Willie Otto with a new laundry basket. Willie is a hustler and it takes a good large basket to hold all the trade he gathers up in Ottoville.

            The ball at Lauer’s Hall was a marked success and proved a pleasing social feature. The crowd was a fair one but had the weather been more favorable, a greater crowd would have been present. Quite a number came from surrounding towns.

A Surprise Party

            A delightful surprise was given August Kehres and family at his home, Friday evening. August and his family were just returning from a trip to Delphos and expected no visitors but to their surprise they found that no less than forty of their relatives and friends had gathered at their home to greet them with surprise and to express their hearts best wishes for their success and happiness in their new home in Oklahoma. A very nice supper was served and the home was a scene of happiness and enjoyment for all. George Kehres and daughter, Josephine, of Findlay, were present. A very handsome album was given August and his family by their friends as a token of their esteem.

For Sale – A fine black horse, weighing 13 to 14 hundred. 6 years old, for $65, a bargain; call on C. Richardson, 4 miles north of here.

Public Sale

Tony Neitling of northwest of Ottoville is going to move to Washington State where he has relatives who like the country. He will offer his stock, farming implements, household goods, etc., at public sale on Tuesday, Feb. 12^th. He will sell two work horses, cow, 16 shoats, 3 brood cows, 80 chickens, harness, wagon, mower, corn drill, grain drill, buggy, cultivator, plows, grain cradle, 16 bush. of barley, other farming implements and a lot of household goods.

Terms: Cash on all sales of less that $5.00; on $5.00 and over a credit of 9 months will be given on note and two approved sureties.

Frank Krebs Auctioneer

For Sale – A good, new Store Building, 21x60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25x132. A rare chance. Call on or address or Nick Bedink.

                                               

                                                Carl Brown

1-30-1901 DC

            Contractor Fisher, of Ottawa, was in town Sunday.

            Grandpa and Grandma Hammons are still on the sick list.

            Frank Schulien and Roth were out looking for a team of horses.

            Misses Susan Gergen and Susie Winkelman were visiting at Miss Gergen’s home.

            Frank Vincke and George Fishbach will start for Orleans, Neb., Thursday.

            Dr. Liesen has been kept on the go day and night for some time.

            J. C. Wannemacher went to Ottawa on business today.

            It is reported that the derrick on the Mandale well has been taken down. It is probably a no go.

            To get an idea of the royal line of suits made to order for Spring call on F. F. Vincke. His marvelously low prices are bound to merit your attention.

            We wonder how the two young men of town like the idea of paying bills for tearing other people’s clothes.

            Frank Eickholt and Gmeiner were over in Jennings Tp. And vicinity Monday looking up Mr. Gmeiner’s friends as their choice for reorder.

            The wedding bells will soon jingle again. John Keifer and Amelia Eickholt were published Sunday.

            Mamie Schlagbaum is sewing for Francis Zahner.

            A young man of near Ottoville while calling on his sweetheart said “Well I guess it is time to go.” As the clock struck 2 a.m. The weary maid replied “You don’t have to guess again.”

For Sale – A fine black horse, weighing 13 to 14 hundred. 6 years old, for $65, a bargain; call on C. Richardson, 4 miles north of here.

Public Sale

Tony Neitling of northwest of Ottoville is going to move to Washington State where he has relatives who like the country. He will offer his stock, farming implements, household goods, etc., at public sale on Tuesday, Feb. 11^th. He will sell two work horses, cow, 16 shoats, 3 brood cows, 80 chickens, harness, wagon, mower, corn drill, grain drill, buggy, cultivator, plows, grain cradle, 16 bush. of barley, other farming implements and a lot of household goods.

Terms: Cash on all sales of less that $5.00; on $5.00 and over a credit of 9 months will be given on note and two approved sureties.

Frank Krebs Auctioneer

            Good sleighing now.

            Notice change in date of Otto Nietling’s public auction sale to one day earlier.

            Chas. Wurst left for San Francisco to join the U. S. Navy. He expects to be put on the Battleship Mississippi.

            Joseph Miller and family will go in the near future to their new home on a farm near New Corydon, Ind.

            H. F. Raugh, candidate for Representative at the Democratic primary was in town Tuesday.

            A sleighing party out to the home of Chas. Kehres on Tuesday where a very pleasant evening was spent. The party consisted of Henry Krebs and wife, August Kehres and wife, Geo. Kehres and daughter, Matt Vondran and wife Misses Lizzie and Louise Otto, Mary Milenback and Leo Otto, Wm. Schlagbaum.

            Henry H. Lampe, candidate for Sheriff at the Democratic primary was among us Tuesday.

            A sleighing party consisting of Katie Kramer, Lizzie Lauer, Celia Geier, Mamie Miller, Katie Kortokrax, Katie Zahn, Frances Zahner, Fannie Wannemacher, Netta Guisinger and Messrs. Steve, C. B., Chas. And Wm. Wannemacher, Henry Otto, Alex Miller, Joe Wurst, Alex Lauer, and Joe Vincke drove to Delphos last evening and were entertained by Mrs. Joe. Hotz. They all report a pleasant time. And from the appearance of all the eyes it must have been towards morning when they returned. Lunch was served.

For Sale – A good, new Store Building, 21x60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25x132. A rare chance. Call on or address or Nick Bedink.

                                               

                                                Carl Brown

2-2-1901 DC

            Andrew Raddle, the great western explorer, is home visiting his mother.

            Bernhardt Meyers, of Ottawa Twp., candidate for Commissioner of Putnam County, was in town Friday.

            Jos. W. Reckhart has engaged in a new enterprise. He is moving buildings and a good job is guaranteed.

            Land Transfers – Henry Wannemacher, 40 acres to Henry Breithold.

            W. J. Reckhart 40 acres to Henry Wannemacher.

            John Keiffer and Joe. Baker were in Delphos Friday on business.

            Matt Vondran has packed his household goods all ready for Oklahoma.

            The census figures given in this column do not do Ottoville justice, as they do not include an addition on the east side of the canal called Georgetown, which has about 150 people at least Ottoville has nearer 600 than 369.

            Notice changes in date for Otto Nietling’s public sale to one day earlier.

            The first and second classes of our Ottoville schools are going to Delphos for a sleigh ride. Mr. Cole, the primary teacher, is on the sick list and school is dismissed.

            Dutchers, the butter man from Lima, was in town yesterday.

            Gus. Kehres struck good luck while yet in Ohio. In looking around he found a whole bin of oats, which he didn’t know he had. Now for Oklahoma!

            Too Rich to Marry next Wednesday at Delphos.

            Wm. Bohn has just returned from Ft. Jennings, where he has been working on Raabe’s new house.

            For Recorder, Putnam County

            We are authorized to announce the name of Frank Gmeiner, of Monterey Township, as a candidate for County Recorder, subject to the decision of the Democratic primaries.

            To get an idea of the royal line of suits made to order for Spring call on F. F. Vincke. His marvelously low prices are bound to merit your attention.

For Sale – A fine black horse, weighing 13 to 14 hundred. 6 years old, for $65, a bargain; call on C. Richardson, 4 miles north of here.

Public Sale

Tony Neitling of northwest of Ottoville is going to move to Washington State where he has relatives who like the country. He will offer his stock, farming implements, household goods, etc., at public sale on Tuesday, Feb. 11^th. He will sell two work horses, cow, 16 shoats, 3 brood cows, 80 chickens, harness, wagon, mower, corn drill, grain drill, buggy, cultivator, plows, grain cradle, 16 bush. of barley, other farming implements and a lot of household goods.

Terms: Cash on all sales of less that $5.00; on $5.00 and over a credit of 9 months will be given on note and two approved sureties.

Frank Krebs Auctioneer

For Sale – A good, new Store Building, 21x60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25x132. A rare chance. Call on or address or Nick Bedink.

                                               

                                                Carl Brown

2-6-1901 DC

            John Winkelman, Jos. W. Rekart and Nick Lauer are cutting their crop of ice today.

            The sad news from Delphos, which reached us Saturday evening, announcing the death of Mrs. S. F. Shenk was quite a shock to the entire community. The bereaved family have our sympathy in their sad bereavement.

            Adam Kroneberger while helping to put up ice Saturday was badly bruised by falling on a cake of ice. Too bad, Adam, we all sympathize with you.

            Herman Ricker, of Ottawa Twp., candidate for Commissioner was in town Saturday.

            No. 720 is the lucky number that drew the watch and chain at Nick Gillen’s.

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

            Mr. Roth while in Columbus purchased a new funeral car and caskets for the firm of Schulien & Roth.

            James Claypool has returned from Convoy where he spent Saturday and Sunday with friends.

            Mrs. L. Rieger is on the sick list.

            Alfonse Roth left for Columbus, Saturday evening.

            John Odenweller is loading cars at Douglas for E. L. Odenweller.

            Wm. Burger, Jos. Studer, Andrew Yacklin and Chas. Studer will leave Tuesday morning for Verone, Mo., to attend the funeral of Mrs. John Freiburger. From there they will extend their trip to Oklahoma.

            This community was shocked by receiving the sad news of the death of Mrs. John Freiburger, of Verone, Mo., and that he is not expected to live.

            Mr. John Freiburger and family formerly resided here and were well known to all. They have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement.

            Later – Mr. john Freiburger died yesterday morning at 7 o’clock. This indeed is a sad affliction as they leave a family of five children, the oldest being ten and the youngest 1 year old.

            Real Estate Transfers – Mary Schilen to M. E. Guisinger, Ottoville, pt. Outlot 4. w. 122 01, $700.

            G. C. Williams to Mary Schulien, Ottoville, inlots 37 and 27, w. 1 23-01, $ 850.

            For Recorder, Putnam County

            We are authorized to announce the name of Frank Gmeiner, of Monterey Township, as a candidate for County Recorder, subject to the decision of the Democratic primaries.

            Schulien & Roth ordered 12 carloads of lumber and are still placing orders. They will carry a full stock of lumber and building material. Those that intend to build this spring will do well see Schulien & Roth before placing their orders elsewhere. As they pay spot cash for everything they buy, you will find their prices right.

            To get an idea of the royal line of suits made to order for Spring call on F. F. Vincke. His marvelously low prices are bound to merit your attention.

For Sale – A fine black horse, weighing 13 to 14 hundred. 6 years old, for $65, a bargain; call on C. Richardson, 4 miles north of here.

            His Hor, the Mayor, Jos. Wannemacher, J. J. Miller and wife, J. C. Wannemacher and wife, Fanny Wannemacher and Geo. Altenburgerwent to Delphos this morning to attend the funeral of Mrs. Shenk.

Public Sale

Tony Neitling of northwest of Ottoville is going to move to Washington State where he has relatives who like the country. He will offer his stock, farming implements, household goods, etc., at public sale on Tuesday, Feb. 11^th. He will sell two work horses, cow, 16 shoats, 3 brood cows, 80 chickens, harness, wagon, mower, corn drill, grain drill, buggy, cultivator, plows, grain cradle, 16 bush. of barley, other farming implements and a lot of household goods.

Terms: Cash on all sales of less that $5.00; on $5.00 and over a credit of 9 months will be given on note and two approved securities.

Frank Krebs Auctioneer

For Sale – A good, new Store Building, 21x60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25x132. A rare chance. Call on or address or Nick Bedink.

                                               

                                                Carl Brown

2-7-1901 DH  

The census bureau has given out figures showing the population of Putnam County Townships and towns. Jennings Township 1,465; Ft. Jennings, 322; Monterey Township, 1,342; Ottoville, 369.

            Britt. promise’s that the gas pressure will be stronger tomorrow says that the pipe leading from the three wells in the Ottoville field was found plugged up, and that it will be opened up by Friday. Hope so.

2-9-1901 DC

            Matt Kramer and family will in the near future move to New Industry, O., where he has purchased a house. We regret to see them go but wish them success in their new home.

            The work of remodeling the building of Schulien & Roth has begun this week and in a very short time the new firm will be established in the lumber and undertaking business.

            Born to Mr. and Mrs. George Wannemacher, an 11 pound boy.

            W. S. Porter of Delphos, was in town Wednesday on business.

            Theo. Kramer has taken up the work of drawing landscape pictures. He has several specimens of his work on exhibition at his shop.

            Frank Dunlap, of Semersville, and Miss Grace Hammons were united in marriage by Squire Wannemacher on last Wednesday. They will make their home near Semersville.

            Joseph Feiburger left for Verone, Mo., last Wednesday.

            Miss Susie Groty, of Springfield, Mo., is the guest of friends here.

            Mrs. Joseph Sutter is spending the week at New Regel, O., with relatives.

            The workman that turns out a poor job is an improvement over the man who does nothing but looks on and makes remarks.

            Prof. L. N. Wagner was compelled to close his school room on account of La Grippe.

            A sled load of young people went to Gerhard Brinkman’s Thursday evening. A pleasant time is reported.

            Eve Miller had the misfortune to fall on the walk at her home and break her wrist.

            Otto Grundon and Miss Adams were married by Squire Semer, Wednesday.

            Gust Kehres is loading his house hold goods in a car at Ft. Jennings for Oklahoma.

            Mr. Binkley, the Singer Sewing Machine man was in town this week.

            Chas Sellet has had quite a tussle with the grip.

            Leo Otto is on the sick list afflicted with a tooth ache.

            30,000 line brick for the Ottoville boom. Who has them for sale?

            Willie Wannemacher hurt his arm while putting up ice for John Winkelman.

            J. M. Vondran is on the retired list for a few days. Moral!! Good time.

            Jacob Dumont, of Blanchard Twp., is a candidate for Representative.

            A sleighing party from Delphos came here Wednesday evening and were entertained by Miss Lillie Lauer at the Ottoville House. A delicious supper was served and a pleasant social time enjoyed by all. Those who composed the crowd were, Rose Pohlman, Anna Buckroth, Katie Hodde, Gertrude and Celie Banzhoff, Emma Steinle, Katie Flick, Mollie Barlsman, Jessie Micksell, Bertha Flannigan, Rudolf and Joe Kipp, Tom and Evan Williams, Andrew Beckman, Harry Dolbner, Sylvester and Will Odenweller.

 For Recorder, Putnam County

            We are authorized to announce the name of Frank Gmeiner, of Monterey Township, as a candidate for County Recorder, subject to the decision of the Democratic primaries.

Public Sale

Tony Neitling of northwest of Ottoville is going to move to Washington State where he has relatives who like the country. He will offer his stock, farming implements, household goods, etc., at public sale on Tuesday, Feb. 11^th. He will sell two work horses, cow, 16 shoats, 3 brood cows, 80 chickens, harness, wagon, mower, corn drill, grain drill, buggy, cultivator, plows, grain cradle, 16 bush. of barley, other farming implements and a lot of household goods.

Terms: Cash on all sales of less that $5.00; on $5.00 and over a credit of 9 months will be given on note and two approved securities.

Frank Krebs Auctioneer

For Sale – A good, new Store Building, 21x60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25x132. A rare chance. Call on or address or Nick Bedink.

                                               

                                                Carl Brown

2-13-1901 DC

            Jos. Klema has bought Wm. Lapold’s house, opposite Nick Gillen’s. Klema & Geier will start a harness shop. Ottoville is booming.

            Alex Wannemacher, Leo Otte, Alex Lauer, Jr., and C. B. Wannemacher took in a show at the Opera House Monday evening.

            Jos. Vincke and Miss Katy Zahm went to Delphos Monday evening.

            John Stahl and wife made a trip to Delphos today.

            Born to Mr. and Mrs. Dr. Binder, a boy.

            The public sale of Tony Neitling’s as advertised was all O. K. Friend Tony was well pleased with the proceeds and will soon be ready to start for the state of Washington.

            All the Ottoville news, all the time, in the Courant.

            Contractor Fisher, of Ottawa, got the contract for finishing the Schulien & Roth building.

            Jos. Krebs and family, of Huber, O., Sundayed here with his uncle, Henry Krebs.

            G. H. Otte will be a candidate for Assessor at the spring election; such is the report.

            Chas. Sellet is on the sick list: Kinney Wannemacher is working for him until he is able to be around again.

            Miss Lillie Lauer and several other young ladies from here took in the show at Delphos Monday night.

            Gust Kehres and family Monday celebrated their farewell festival at home of his son-in-law, Wm. Schlagbaum. All the relatives were present and a happy event is reported. His many friends will miss him and his family very much and wish them the best of success in their new home in Oklahoma.

            Do you get the Courant, Twice-a-week, in your home? If not end in your name at once, and don’t miss the Ottoville news, which it gives each issue.

            Miss Cecilia Geier has been spending the week at the home of Frank Altenburger in Delphos. She attended the Opera Monday with a crowd from here.

            For Recorder, Putnam County

            We are authorized to announce the name of Frank Gmeiner, of Monterey Township, as a candidate for County Recorder, subject to the decision of the Democratic primaries.

For Sale – A good, new Store Building, 21x60, best location in Ottoville; three big rooms; lot 25x132. A rare chance. Call on or address or Nick Bedink.

                                               

                                                Carl Brown

2-14-1901 DH

Married

            John Keiffer and Miss Mollie Eickholt, young people living near Ottoville were married at that place, this morning. They came to Delphos and departed for Toledo, on a wedding trip. They will go to housekeeping near Cloverdale.

2-27-1901 DH

            Ottoville is to have a brewery, it is reported. A brewer from Germany is said to be at the head of the project.

2-28-1901 DH

            George and Henry Fishbach, of Oxford, Nebraska, have been visiting in this vicinity for some time and George left for his home today. Henry goes next week. They have been in Nebraska for fifteen years and like the country very much. They formerly lived near Ottoville.

3-9-1901 DH

Want a Spur

            The businessmen of Ottoville are agitating the matter of having a switch constructed from the Clover Leaf track at Douglass to Ottoville, to give them better facilities for getting freight in and out. The distance is about 1½ mile’s.

3-9-1901

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            Mrs. Barbara Kolhoff, Laura Kahle and brother George, of Glandorf, were guests of Mrs. Pete Wannemacher.

            Mr. J. B. Mersman, of Celina, was in town Friday and Saturday.

            There is some talk of starting up a brewery in Ottoville. The services of an experienced brewer are available.

            Contractor Fisher, of Ottawa, is at work remodeling the old planning mill. A new story will be added, a plate-glass front put in and various other improvements made. When completed it will be occupied by Messrs. Schulien and Roth as a business room for furniture and undertaking.

            Mr. Will Hoffman, of Glandorf, was in town last week looking after his political interests.

            Miss Lizzie Wurst has been appointed postmistress in Douglass.

            Mr. P. Lanahan, of Michigan, moved his family to Ottoville this week. He will go into partnership with Leonard Gmeiner.

            Miss Regina Alt spent Sunday with Miss Gertrude Seitz, of Cloverdale.

            Business men are agitating the question of running a switch from Douglass to Ottoville. This, if secured, would be a great convenience not only to business men but to all citizens.

3-15-1901

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            Miss Clara Wannemacher has returned from a three weeks’ visit in Dayton and Wapakoneta.

            Rev. J. Mertes was in Toledo on Monday and Tuesday.

            On Tuesday evening Mrs. Perrin was not a little surprised when a number of friends walked in on her. They reminded her that it was her 53^rd birthday. A pleasant evening was spent in cards and chatting. After partaking of a substantial lunch and wishing Mrs. Perrin many happy returns of the day, all went home.

            On Wednesday Frank Fischback returned to Oreland, Neb., accompanied by Frank Vincke. Mr. Fishback was here on a visit with his brother. Mr. Vincke went in quest of health.

            Mr. John Rekart formerly of this place but now of Toledo, spent a few days with friends.

            Mr. Len Gmeiner and family moved into the Wannemacher property. Mr. Wannemacher moved into one of the rooms over the Drug Store.

            Miss Hilfers has been on the sick list for two weeks.

            Dr. Siesen is able to attend to his patients again. He had an attack of lung fever.

            The C. K. of O. had a business meeting last Sunday.

            The plans for the new parsonage have been completed.

            Miss Lizzie Farrel, of Toledo, was the guest of Miss Anna Lyons recently.

            Mr. Jos. Wannemacher spent a few days in Cincinnati.

3-16-1901 DH

Ottoville Ticket

            At Ottoville the following Democratic ticket has been placed in the field: Clerk, J. C. Wannemacher; Councilman, F. F. Vincke; George Wannemacher, Joseph D. Otte; Sealer of Weights and Measures, W. T. Remlinger.

3-22-1901

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            Sutter and Studer went to Delphos on Wednesday, when they returned they brought with them two western horses, which they had purchased.

            At the caucas held last Saturday the nominations made were as follows: Councilmen; F. F. Vincke, Geo. Wannemacher, Jos. D. Otto; Clerk, J. C. Wannemacher.

            Mr. Henry Lampe, candidate for Sheriff was here on Saturday looking out for his political interests.

            Two carloads of Plymouth stone for the new parsonage were received last week.

            An attempt is being made to raise the number of members of the board of education from three to six. Whether or not this will be successfully carried out will be seen a little later.

            Several carloads of lumber have been received by Schulien & Roth.

            Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Rower spent Sunday in Kalida.

3-23-1901 DH

Partnership Formed

            Gus Wagner has gone into partnership with W. S. Porter, in the photograph business. The new firm will install a gallery at Ottoville in the near future and expect to do a good business there. They also expected to locate a gallery in Middlepoint but could not find an available room.

3-26-1901 DH

            Schulien & Roth have about completed their lumber and furniture plant at Ottoville. They have a fine building, one that would do credit to a larger town and we trust that they will prosper.

3-29-1901

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            Mr. H. Harner, of Bodkins, Ohio, spent a few days in this place.

            On Tuesday the feast of St. Joseph was very fittingly celebrated. A solemn High mass was read, Rev. Mertes officiating, with Rev. Schirrack and Wichman assisting. The members of the St. Joseph’s society and the Catholic Knights of Ohio attended mass in a body.

            Mr. Laibe, candidate for Sheriff, spent Tuesday here.

            Mr. John H. Straman, of Ottawa, was here on business on Tuesday and Wednesday of last week.

            On Sunday evening Rev. Mertes was called to Cleveland by a message. His uncle was dying.

            The bill whether the members of the school board should be increased from three to six in number was voted on. The result was that henceforth there shall be six members. Only 26 votes were cast.

            Mr. Frank Krebs received a white hearse last week.

            Mrs. Kortokrax was in Ft. Jennings on Friday last.

            Mr. Frank Kracht, of Ottawa, spent Sunday here.

            The contract for the new parsonage has been given to a man from Toledo, the mason work to Schumaker, of Leipsic. The contractor was here on Thursday and the plan for the foundation was executed and the ground staked off. The home is to be a very fine structure furnished with all the modern conveniences.

            Ottoville seems to be flourishing. One large business block is being put up, another one being planned, still another one will be put up in the course of the summer. Work enough to keep all the Ottoville folks at home. A new impetus is thus given to Ottoville, to its trade, and to its citizens. More improvement is being made and will be made during this coming summer than has been made during the last four or five years. May the good work go on.

            The business men of the town are agitating the question whether or not a town this size can afford a bank. This town should certainly support one for there should be a safe place of deposit in the town for the large sums handled by the business firms.

            Spring is here. The bright sunshine and balmy air are coaxing one to spend the time out of doors after a long siege of the cold weather.

4-5-1901

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            Mrs. Mary Krebs has bought the house built for Mr. Will Studer.

            On Friday evening Rev. Mertes returned from Toledo where he attended the funeral of his uncle.

            Mr. John Brandehoff and family have moved onto their farm about three miles from town.

            Miss Lena Mertes came from Toledo last Saturday to visit her uncle, Rev. Mertes.

            On Saturday Mr. Henry Wurst and Mr. Ulrich, both from here, went to Ottawa. About two miles from Ottawa, the buggy upset and both men were thrown into the ditch. Mr. Ulrich was badly bruised about the face, broke a shoulder and received other internal injuries. Dr. Beardsley, of Ottawa, attended to him. He was brought home the same day. His condition is serious. Mr. Wurst escaped with a few scratches.

            Miss Lizzie Farrel has retuned to Toledo after having spent a few weeks in Ottoville.

            Mr. Chas. Huber and Mr. Laubenthal spent Sunday here.

            On Sunday a number of candidates and their aides made a farewell visit to Ottoville.

4-19-1901

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            Miss Barbara Weller, of Toledo, is the guest of Ottoville friends.

            At the school election the following new members were elected: Will Remlinger, for three years; J. C. Wannemacher, J. J. Miller, for two years; Frank Paul, for one year.

            The brick work on the Schulien and Roth building is now completed.

            Mr. and Mrs. A. Leininger, of Cloverdale, are spending a few days with Mrs. Leininger’s father, Frank Krebs.

            Miss Lena Mertes has decided to make her home with her uncle.

            Rev. J. Mertes spent a few days in Sandusky and Toledo.

            Miss Clara Wannemacher made a flying trip to Delphos last Tuesday.

            Last Wednesday was a busy day in Ottoville. The town fairly swarmed with traveling men.

            What is needed to improve Ottoville? Some street lamps, to be sure.

            The Wannemacher-Gmeiner building is under construction; work progressing nicely.

            Our Recorder-elect, Frank Gmeiner, spent Wednesday in Ottawa.

4-26-1901

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Rev. Wagner, of Miller City, was the guest of Rev. Mertes on Monday last.

            Mr. Alfons Roth went to Columbus, Ohio, to take a course in the Dodge School of Undertaking.

            Rev. Arnoldi, of Ft. Jennings, spent Friday with Rev. Mertes.

            Miss Anna Lyons left for Toledo last week. From there she expects to go to Denver, Colo., where she has relatives.

            Mr. Will Remlinger, put up a fine new street lamp in front of his place of business. Motto for the business men of the town. “Go and do likewise.”

            Mr. Albert Mersman and Mr. P. D. Ockely, of Celina, spent Sunday with friends and relatives.

            Mr. Hermann, a contractor from Toledo, who ahs the contract for the new parsonage, arrived on Monday ready to begin laying the foundation.

            Rev. H. Wichman, moved to his own parish at Cloverdale, on Friday last. Rev. Wichman has made many friends during his stay here, who regret his departure.

            The children of this parish are taking a course of instruction prepatory to making their first communion.

5-1-1901 DH

Married

            At the Catholic Church in Ottoville, this morning, Miss Josephine Trentkamp and Joseph Utrup were married. They came to Delphos, accompanied by Miss Utrup and Gust. Trentkamp. A host of friends wish them all due happiness.

5-8-1901 DH

Married

            Tuesday morning, at the Catholic Church in Ottoville, occurred the marriage of Miss Anna Bentley and Mr. Michael Kehres, well known and popular young people. The event was celebrated in a happy manner. Miss Fannie Kehres was the bridesmaid and Mr. Joseph Bentley the groomsman. Frank Stump and family, of Delphos, Mrs. E. E. Miller, of North Baltimore, Miss Sophia Kehres and Louis Sellet, of Lorain and Mrs. Schulte, of Minster, were present at the celebration of the wedding. The HERALD extends congratulations to the happy couple.

5-10-1901

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            Mr. Geo. Altenburger went to Toledo last week.

            Mr. J. H. Straman, of Ottawa, was her on Tuesday.

            Miss Anna Jerwers closed her school on Wednesday, after a successful years work.

            Mrs. Jerwers spent Sunday with her daughter.

            On Wednesday morning there was a pretty wedding in which Joseph Utrup and Miss Josephina Trenkamp were the contracting parties. A brother of the bride and a sister for the groom witnessed the wedding. After the ceremony the happy couple repaired to the home of the bride’s mother, where a large party of invited relatives and guests awaited them. A bountiful dinner was also waiting. The day was pleasantly spent. Mr. and Mrs. Utrup will make their home on a farm about two miles out of town.

            Dr. Binder was in Delphos on Wednesday.

            Barney Brinkman, of Kalida, has moved his family to town. Mr. Brinkman has a position in the tile yard.

            Mr. E. Leininger is working on the brick yard.

            The foundations for the new parsonage are now complete. The contractor is a “hustler.”

            Ottoville will have a new M. D. soon.

            On Friday evening Miss Regina Alt was pleasantly surprised by the arrival of her brother from Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he been for two years on account of his health. He is much improved.

            Miss Regina Alt and brother spent Saturday in Ottawa.

5-24-1901

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            Mrs. B. Schlagbaum was called to the deathbed of Mrs. Grave, in Frankfort, Ind. Mrs. Grave was buried in Delphos.

            Ottoville boasts of another doctor in the person of John Ockuley. Mr. Ockuley came from Cincinnati, a graduate of the Cincinnati Medical College.

            Dr. Binder returned from Cincinnati, where he had attended the commencement exercises and the alumni re-union of the Cincinnati Medical Collage.

            Mr. and Mrs. F. Vincke and Mr. B. Schlagbaum attended the funeral of Mrs. Heckman, in Rushculle, Ind., on Wednesday last.

            Mr. Alphons Roth, of the firm Schulien & Roth, is now a full fledged undertaker, having received his diploma last week.

            During the past week the schools were subjected to a thorough examination with a view to regarding them, which was necessary, as there will be four rooms next year, instead of three. On Tuesday the school was open to parents and friends of the school. Work done by pupils during the past year was laid out for inspection. On Wednesday the school closed with a basket picnic in Kehres’ Grove, east of town. During the past year the teachers have worked hard for the advancement of the schools, and they already show a marked improvement.

            Mr. Sylvester Kohls, teacher of primary grade, will leave for a trip through the west, immediately after the close of school.        

            Mr. Al Berkemier will also close his school on Wednesday. Mr. Birkemeier has taught a good school, and it is regretted by patrons and friends, that he intends to leave the county. His friends wish him success wherever he may go.

5-29-1901 DH

            The Delphos Hardware Company has contracts for installing heating plants in the new Parochial residence at Ottoville and the residence of B. F. Raynolds, at Pleasant Valley. Work has been commenced on the building of the new parsonage at Ottoville. The structure will cost $12,000.

6-4-1901 DH

            A class of 65 children received first communion at the Catholic Church in Ottoville, Sunday.

6-6-1901 DH

Will Miss Delphos

            The route of the proposed Findlay, Columbus Grove & Ft. Wayne Electric railroad has been changed. The line will not pass through Kalida, as arranged, but will run west from Columbus Grove to Vaughnsville and go on through to Ottoville. Beyond Ottoville the route is not yet selected. North of Columbus Grove the line will connect with the Defiance, Ottawa, Kenton & Columbus Interurban Railway.

6-7-1901 FWS

Shot In The Breast

            Miss Matilda Sanders, of Ottoville, O., who ius a guest at the home of Mrs. Theresa Fricke, of 132 Chicago street, was accidentally shot in the breast about 2 o’clock this afternoon by William Schlenker, a young man living nearby, who was shooting sparrows with a target rufle. The young lady was standing at the window in the Fricke home where one of the bullets glanced off and struck her, inflicting a painful flesh wound. Dr. W. D. Calvin dressed the injury and no serious results are looked for.

6-13-1901 DH

            Joseph Harding, of St. Rose and Henry Schrage, of Casilla, were here Thursday. They have been employed as teachers at the Ottoville schools.

6-17-1901 DH

For Twenty-Five Years

Monterey Township School Board Kept No Record of Meetings

            Monterey Township, that part of Putnam County lying just north of Delphos, in which Ottoville is located, is receiving attention at Columbus at present. The Press Post of Saturday says that O. E. D. Barron, special examiner, has submitted a report to State School Commissioner Bonebrake concerning the affairs of the School Board in the second special district of Monterey Township, Putnam County.
            The inspector states that he found many irregularities and that it was the custom for the members of the board to make repairs on the schoolhouse and appropriate money to pay themselves for the work. He also reports finding that the books of the clerk have not shown a correct balance for 25 years.

            The examiner sums up the report by stating that he fails to find a single act of the School Board, which in his opinion, would be legal under the laws of the state. No record was kept of the meetings of the board.

7-15-1901 DH

Death at Ottoville

            Timothy Wannemacher, of Ottoville, a resident of that place for four years, died Sunday afternoon, from stomach and bowel trouble, at the age of 68. Deceased was an uncle of Andy Wannemacher, of Delphos. His wife preceded him to the grave twenty years ago, but he is survived by seven children, as follows: Charles and Frank, of Dayton; Oscar of Wapakoneta; Joseph of Springfield; Louis, of Chicago; Pollie of Dayton; and Clara at home. The funeral will be held from the Catholic Church in Ottoville, Tuesday morning.

8-2-1901

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            Ask Mike Vondran how he enjoyed his bath Monday when he fell into the canal.

            Ben Gillen, of Cincinnati, has arrived home to pay his parents, Mr. and Mrs. N. Gillen, a short visit.

            Albert Wagner, son of Prof. N. W. Wagner, is home visiting his parents. He is a student at Rensselaer, College.

            Miss Tracy Wenslitz, of Cloverdale, was in town Saturday.

            Mrs. W. F. Schumaker, of Dayton, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Leis.

            Jos. Wannemacher, Jr., Jos. Miller and Jos. Hilvers took in the excursion on the Clover Leaf Saturday to the Soldiers’ Home at Marion Ind.

            Frank Kromer and Stephen Wannemacher left Monday morning for Buffalo to attend the exposition.

            Leo Otto went to Delphos Monday on business.

            Dr. Doty, of Lima, was in town Monday and Tuesday.

            John Winkelman is putting down a new sidewalk at his business place.

            A grand picnic was held in Wm. Schlagbaum’s grove Sunday afternoon. Those present were Miss Louisa Halle, Lizzie Bussing, of Delphos, Mr. and Mrs. B. Schlagbaum and family, Henry Giesken and family, Henry Kehres and family, Mrs. Sarah Giesken and daughter, Miss Frances Zahner, Katie Kromer and Katie Zahner. A splendid time was reported.

8-9-1901

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            Born to Mr. and Mrs. Nick Bedink, a girl, Saturday.

            Born to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Moritz, a girl.

            Pete Eberle and brother, George Nedolas and Tom Wenslitz, of New Washington, paid a visit to their relatives and friends here Sunday.

            Miss Anna Studer and Lena Nedolas, of New Washington, are guests of Caroline Studer and Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Yaklin.

            Jos. Weber fell from the tank wagon while threshing at Jacob Weber’s. he was not seriously hurt, but had a hard fall.

            Frank Gmeiner attended the convention at Wauseon, Tuesday.

8-16-1901

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            Born to Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Wurst, a girl.

            Born to Mr. and Mrs. M. A. Guisinger, a boy.

            Born to Mr. and Mrs. William Greilick, a boy.

            Mamie Schlagbaum and Tracy Becker are visiting at Maria Stein.

            Mrs. Caroline Studer and son, Lampert, Lizzie Yaklin, Anna Studer, and Lena Nedolas left Monday for New Washington, Bucyrus and Akron, where they have many relatives and friends.

            The young men and ladies have organized a social club here. They will have another meeting in the near future to adopt rules and regulations. All members are requested to present.

            Dr. and Mrs. A. Binder left here Sunday evening for Buffalo to attend the exposition.

            Steve Wannemacher, Frank Kromer and Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Miller returned from the exposition at Buffalo Wednesday.

            Alex Heinel and Barney Calvelage, of Ft. Jennings, were in town Saturday.

            The little boy of Godfred Stioses had a lucky escape from being crushed under a loaded wagon Wednesday. When he drove across the canal bridge going down grade, the end board fell out frightening the team. The boy was thrown forward on the tongue and dragged two hundred feet, when he lost his hold and dropped to the ground. He was slightly bruised at the ankle but no bones broken.

            The stone crusher of Nick Lane had to shut down Saturday. A large iron sledge came off the handle and dropped into the crusher bringing everything to a standstill at once. Nothing broken, but the crusher is out of line or the shaft bent.

            Monday afternoon the barn of Jos. Wolf, living 5 miles northeast of Ottoville burn to the ground. All his hay, oats and wheat were consumed also fifteen head of hogs and a blacksmith shop. Some insurance.

8-16-1901 DH

            The death of Mrs. Joseph Swartner, of Ottoville, Thursday is reported.         

8-22-1901 DH

            An 8-year-old daughter of Max Winkleman, of Ottoville, died Wednesday and the funeral will be held Friday morning.

8-23-1901

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            Frank Vincke returned from New Orleans Thursday.

            Mrs. Nick Gillen is visiting at Cleveland.

            John Vondran had his hand severely crushed by unloading disc harrows at Douglass.

            Joseph Freshbach bought the Ed. Miller farm Saturday. Mr. Miller will move to Toledo.

            Mr. and Mrs. Frank Altenburger, of Delphos, are visiting relatives here.

            Louisa Schlagbaum, of Frankfort, Ind., is visiting her parents.

            Dr. and Mrs. Binder returned from the Pan-American Thursday.

            Mrs. Theresia Schwertner died last Wednesday. Funeral services were held Friday miorning.

            Mamie Schlagbaum is visiting at Frankfort, Ind.

            Alex Heinle and Barney Calvelage, of Ft. Jennings, were in town Saturday.

            Recently happy parents are, Mr. and Mrs. John Hohlbine – A daughter.

8-24-1901 DH

A Terrible Death

Mrs. Josephine Gabriel Used Coal Oil to Start a Fire.

            Friday afternoon the news of a terrible accident reached Delphos from near Timberville, three miles north of Ottoville. Thursday Mrs. Josephine Gabriel endeavored to start a fire in the kitchen stove and when it did not burn rapidly enough to suit her, she resorted to pouring on coal oil. The flames flashed up and before she could get out of the way Mrs. Gabriel was enveloped and her clothing ablaze.

            Help arrived almost immediately but before the flames were extinguished the unfortunate lady was fatally burned and died shortly afterwards. She was a very portly woman, weighing perhaps 200 pounds. She leaves a husband and seven children.

8-30-1901

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            Misses Lizzie and Katie Bluethman, of Cincinnati, are spending their vacation with their uncle. Baltas Schurer and family.

            Misses Clara Coates and Veronica Gengler, of Garret, Ind., are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. B. Schurer and family.

            G. W. Keiffer had his hand severely crushed Monday by a falling plank, while doing some carpenter work in the country.

            Henry Giesken and family and John Winkelman and wife made a pleasure trip to Glandorf and Ottawa Monday. They also paid a short visit to Frank Giesken and family.

            Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Rower left for the Pan-American Exposition Tuesday morning.

            Alex Miller and George Ockuley went to Celina Sunday. They were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Mersman.

            The eight year old daughter of Max Winkelman after being ill with dysentery for the past week, was called on by the angel of death Thursday morning. Burial took place Saturday morning at the St. Mary’s church. A large concourse of people attended the service, showing their sympathy for the bereaved family. After services the remains were tenderly born to her last resting place.

            Dr. Ockuly and Prof. J. W. Wannemacher made a flying trip to Coldwater this week.

9-3-1901 DH

            A. P. Korb, formerly of Ottoville, has moved to Carey, where he was secured a lucrative position and will make his future home.

9-4-1901 DH

            Monday evening, a big gasoline lamp in the window of Nick Bedink’s store at Ottoville exploded and shattered the glass. Flying pieces of glass injured a horse that was standing in the street.

            Threshers near Ottoville found a leak in the gas main along the canal the other day and the stuff was used to make them a campfire and roast chicken, etc., for a big feast.

            Word was received here Tuesday of the death of William Koeble, a son of John Koeble, at Kingsley, Mich. The father formerly lived in Ottoville and the son was a resident of Delphos some time ago. His death was caused by a wagon tongue striking a crushing his head when a log rolled against it.

9-6-1901

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            Charles Semildinger had the misfortune to get his hand caught in a pulley, while threshing at Godfred Stirns, and had it severely hurt. Three fingers had to be amputated at the first joint.

            Mrs. Carolina Studer and son, Lambert, returned Thursday from New Washington, after a pleasant visit with her relatives and many friends.   

            Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Rower returned from the Pan-American Monday.

            Quite an explosion took place at Nick Bedink’s harness hop Monday evening. A large new model gasoline lamp exploded, bursting out the entire glass front, except the doors. Luckily no one was hurt.

            Misses Barbara Young and Regina Alt returned home Monday from Buffalo and New Washington. Miss Alt will start her school Tuesday.

            Misses Rosa Krebs, of Kalida, and Anna Krebs, of Cloverdale, spent Sunday with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Krebs.

            Joe Schimmoeller and C. Wannemacher went to Rimer Sunday, where Joe will make his future home.

            Dr. Wannemacher went to Glandorf Sunday in Christmas style. The buggy containing many presents handed to him by friends.

            Wm. Harmon, of Wetsel, was in town Monday.

9-13-1901 DH

            Theodore Shilling is piping the new parochial residence at Ottoville, for acetylene gas.

9-13-1901

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            C. B. Wannemacher left Monday for Chicago, where he intends to stay for two months and take an opticional course.

            John Koeble, of Kingsley, Mich., is visiting Otto Kortokrax and friends. Mr. Koeble was an old resident of Ottoville until of late years, when he and his family moved to Michigan.

            Andy Wineandy, of New Riegel, is visiting his sisters, Mrs. Joseph Sultz and

Mrs. Otto Kortokrax.

            F. F. Vincke and William Schlagbaum made a business trip to Delphos Friday.

            W. T. Remlinger, Theo. Kramer, Lawrence Kramer and John Lauer are at Cleveland and Pan-American Exposition.

            Jos. G. Otto left Friday for Mackinac, Mich., for his health.

            Mr. Geo. Keller has purchased the Continental Laundry.

            Frank Krebs is on the sick list. A speedy recovery of his present illness is the wish of his many friends.

            Clark Harris passed through town Monday evening with seven head of fine bred horses, to be entered in the Van Wert Fair.

            The fifteen months’ old daughter of Ranford Harris, of Muntanna, died Tuesday evening. Burial took place in the Antioch cemetery Thursday morning at 10 o’clock. Rev. James Claypool officiating.

            Miss Lizzie Yaklin returned Wednesday evening from a month’s visit at Bucyrus, New Washington and Thompson.

            Wm. Sheets, of Berne Ind., was in town Wednesday.

9-20-1901

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            W. T. Remlinger returned from the Pan-American Saturday.

            Mrs. Frank Gmeiner returned from Upper Sandusky Saturday, where she spent a week with her many friends there.

            Frank Gmeine returned Saturday from Columbus, where he attended the convention of C. K. of O. as a delegate of the local branch at Ottoville.

            Jos. Schimoller, of Rimer, was in town Sunday.

            Jos. Weber’s new dwelling is completed and helps the appearance of his farm.

            Jos. Otto returned from Mackanac, Monday. The trip improved his health very much.

            Jo Ruf, of Delphos was in town Monday on business.

            Mrs. Kalt and Lizzie Wurst went to Delphos Monday.

            Born to Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Sutter, a daughter.

            Born to Mr. and Mrs. William Studer, a daughter.

            Gmeiner & Lineham received their new brick mill Monday. It is one of the latest improved mills. And will be quite an improvement to the enterprise.

9-20-1901 DH

Telephone Improvements

            The Putnam Telephone Company, which has a toll station at Kink Bros. Drugstore, is making some improvements along its lines. New poles are being erected and new wire taking place of old in some places. New instruments are being installed at different points and other improvements are being made. The exchange was moved from Ft. Jennings to Ottoville. This company has lines covering a large territory north, northwest and northeast of Delphos

9-21-1901 DH

            Bartlett Wenslitz, of Ottoville, died Thursday at the age of 57, leaving a wife and nine children. The funeral was held this morning.

9-26-1901 DH

Death

            Mr. Biedenharn, living one mile east of Ottoville, died this morning, at an advanced age. The remains will be brought to Delphos Friday and taken to Cincinnati, where the funeral will be held.

A Correction

            In connection with the item concerning the new well that is to be drilled in the Ottoville field by the Ottoville Gas Company, this paper stated Wednesday that if it proves a good gasser the product will be turned into the mains of the Delphos plant. That is a mistake. If a good gas well is struck the gas will be used exclusively in supplying the needs of the people of Ottoville and pipes will be laid to convey it to the people there. The prospects are very flattering, too.

9-27-1901

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Next week is fair week. Try to attend at least one day.

Mrs. N. Gillen is visiting her son, A. P. Korb, at Carey.

Seth Swank has returned home from a delightful trip to the state of Washington.

Jake Best, of Kalida, was in town Monday on business.

C. Sellet and Jos. Vincke made a business trip to Delphos Thursday.

Frank Gmeiner and wife made a business trip to Ottawa Saturday.

Bartlet Wenslitz, aged 57 years, died Thursday afternoon. He leaves a wife and nine children, three girls and six boys to morn the loss of a loving father and husband. The funeral service took place at the St. Mary’s church Saturday at eight thirty a.m. where a large concourse of relatives of this place and New Washington attended.

The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Ernest died Sunday morning. Burial took place Monday at eight a.m.  Their many friends extended their heartfelt sympathy in their late bereavement.

Michael Schlereth, of Georgetown, was in town Monday.

The Board of Directors of the Putnam County Fair, have left nothing undone or spared any expense to make this one of the best fairs held in the state this year. Second to none. Come and spend a pleasant week with your families and sweetheart. You know boys what is meant and have a good time. Don’t stay at home.

10-2-1901 DH

Canal Boat Sunk

            The canal boat “Walbridge,” owned by John Joyce, went to the bottom of the canal in the short level at Ottoville, this morning. She was loaded with wood, which was to have been taken off at Ottoville.

Married

            This morning, at the Catholic Church in Ottoville, Henry Smith and Miss Clara Krebs were married by the pastor, the Rev. Fr. Mertes. The wedding was celebrated at the home of the parents of the bride. They will live on the Peter Krebs farm.

10-3-1901 DH

            Iva Gallaway has brought suit for divorce from Jesse Gallaway. She alleges that the plantiff is guilty of gross neglect. They were married at Ottoville is 1899 and are the parents of one child.

10-4-1901 DH

            Henry Lauf, of Ft.Jennings, and Miss Lizzie Utrup, of Ottoville, are to be married soon.

10-4-1901

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            J. J. Miller and Frank Gmeiner made a business trip to Ottawa Friday.

            H. Hilvers will move to Dupont in the near future, where he will make his future home.

            Herman Biedenharn died Thursday morning; aged 72 years. His remains were prepared for shipment Friday to Cincinnati, where he formerly lived. He leaves a wife and son to mourn the loss of a kind husband and father. The family have our sympathy in their sad bereavement.

            Born to Mr. and Mrs. August Roelling, a boy.

            Profs. Wagner and Beming made a business trip to Ottawa to arrange for children’s day on the fair grounds.

            Philip Hohlbine died Friday morning. Burial took place Monday. Services were held at 8:30 at the St. Mary’s church. After the services his remains were tenderly born to his last resting place. He leaves a wife and six children, two boys and four girls, all married, to mourn the loss of a kind husband and father.

            Rev. Mertes made a trip to Delphos Tuesday.

            Gmeiner & Lineham are turning out lots of brick since putting in the new mill.

10-15-1901 DH

            The new gas well in the Ottoville field is expected to drill in tonight.

10-17-1901 DH

            The Ottoville gas well is a disappointment. Very little gas was found; not sufficient to make it a paying well.

            Andy Miller, living four miles north of Ottoville, while filing a saw, had two small pieces of steel imbedded in the ball of his right eye. Mr. Miller came to Delphos this afternoon and had the particles taken out by a surgeon. It was necessary to cut through the coat of the eyeball.

10-19-1901 DH

            Another well will probably be drilled in the Ottoville field. The failure of a few days ago in the search for gas has not dismayed the promoters of the project.

10-25-1901 DH

            A. C. Kortier, of Ft. Jennings while engaged in a battle with Andy Krebs, at Ottoville, Thursday, had his hand sprained.

Two Fatalities

Young Man near Ottoville Accidentally Shot, Thursday

            The home of Samuel Miller, three miles northwest of Ottoville, was thrown into mourning Thursday, over the untimely death of William, the 16-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Miller. Daniel Spangler, and uncle of the boy, had called at the house at noon Thursday to borrow a revolver that he intended taking along on a hunting trip to Michigan. Before leaving the house he examined the weapon and while handling it the hammer descended on one of the shells, there was a report, and Mr. Miller’s son, who was nearby, in a stooping position, fell over and in two minutes was dead.

            The bullet had entered his body about two inches below the heart, and death was almost instantaneous. When Mr. Spangler saw what he had done he was almost wild with grief. The accident is a most terrible one and the parents of the unfortunate boy have the sympathy of the entire community. Mr. Spangler, who was the cause of the death of the young man, is deserving of sympathy for the misfortune that has overtaken him.

Little Child of Mr. and Mrs. John Keller Stepped on by a Horse and Died Twelve Hours Later

            There is also the gloom of death over the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Keller, who live five miles north of Ottoville. Wednesday evening their little baby son, three years old, was sitting in the door of the barn and when one of the horses entered the structure the child was knocked over by one of the animal’s knees and one of its rear hoofs crushed the little ones bowls. The babe was taken up and to the house and surgical aid summoned and given, but it was no avail. After lingering for twelve hours the child died Thursday morning. The horse that was the cause of the death of the child is a docile animal, and it was probably hurrying to get to the manger and its feed when the accident occurred, paying no attention to the child. The death is not ascribed to viciousness on the part of the horse.

10-25-1901

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            Monday was a day of sorrow in this village. This little village is in deep mourning over the death of one, who has been a benefactor to his people. A citizen of sterling worth, a man that loved his people, his country and his god; all of which are fully demonstrated by the prayers offered up by the hundreds at his bier. Though words can express the loss of so great a man no artist can beautify his works, no; not even the sweet perfume from all the roses can hide that noble character, which has called him to vanish and brought sadness to many a broken heart. Dr. Albert Binder departed his life October 20, 1901. Consumption was the cause of his death. His father was one of the successful practitioners of medicine and died at the age of 40, of that dreaded disease, consumption. Dr. Binder was married to Miss Emma Winkelman, of Ottoville, May 4, 1891. To mourn this loss is a noble wife, six small children, the mother, a brother, two sisters and a multitude of friends. The floral tributes were many and beautiful, mutely expressing the deep grief of friends and relatives. The funeral services were held Wednesday morning at the St. Mary’s church and were conducted by Rev. Father J. B. Mertes. The attendance was the largest in the history of this section. The remains were interred in the cemetery here. The pall bearers were Drs. George Wolf, Ockuley, J. E. Stephan, E. Burnette, of Van Wert county and C. O. Beardsley, of Ottawa.

11-6-1901 DH

            Andrew Grubenhaus and Mathilda Kehres were married at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ottoville, this morning.

11-8-1901

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            Mrs. James Claypool, son and Miss Gusta Bartz made a pleasure trip to Leipsic and were the guests of her sister Saturday.

            Ed Miller and wife were at Delphos Thursday.

            Charles Sellet moved to Douglass to take charge of the store. Mr. A. E. Leininger taking possession of his place of business in Ottoville.

            F. F. Vincke and wife made a pleasant trip to Delphos and vicinity Friday.

            Henry Giesken, John Zahn, Jos. Vincke and B. Giesken were the guests of Frank Giesken and Henry Rehman, of Glandorf.

            Nick Lauer, of Ottoville, and John Bowersock, of Wetsel, made a business trip to Cleveland Friday.

            Mary Goreize was born January 19, 1819 in Breitschenheisen, Austria, and on June 12, 1852 she was married to Martin Mallifskey. On May 6, 1854 they moved to America settled on a farm in Crawford county, New Washington, moving from there to Huron County near Monroeville, then to Wyandot County near Upper Sandusky, and later to Ottoville, in Putnam County, where they have lived for ten years to the time of her death October 17, 1901 at the age of 82 years and 9 months. She was very feeble and helpless for the last five years and died of old age. She has lived a long useful life, been a faithful and obedient member of the Catholic church, a good wife and kind mother. She leaves a husband and six children to mourn her death.

11-9-1901 DH

            The Bishop of Luxemborg, Germany, is at Ottoville, a guest of Rev. J. B. Mertes, pastor of the Catholic Church there.

11-12-1901 DH

            Gus Wannemacher and Miss Anna Schurer were married this morning at the Catholic Church in Ottoville.

11-22-1901

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            Frank Gmeiner and Geb. Gasser made a business trip to Ottawa Monday.

            Mathias Kramer, of North Industry, Ohio, is visiting his brother, Theodore Kramer, and also looking up some business interests.

            A pleasant surprise was given Mrs. Henry Wittler, of Ft. Jennings, Thursday evening. A crowd of Ottoville were at the party.

            Thomas Kelley, of Wetsel, was in town Friday.

            A dancing club was organized here Thursday. About twenty of our popular young people christened their intentions by giving a dance at J. P. Lauer’s Hall on last Tuesday night.

            Opening of A. E. Senger’s Saloon and restaurant Saturday evening. Everybody welcome.

A.     E. Leininger and Frank Krebs went to Delphos Friday on business.

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Kramer, a girl.

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Louis Altenburger, twin girls.

Karl Bildstein purchased the old parsonage building at public auction Wednesday for $350. He will move it on Broadway.

11-25-1901 DH

Wild West Time

Negroes and Ottoville People had a lively Mixup

            Saturday night, at Ottoville, there was a regulation Wild West scene for a few minutes, but luckily no live were lost and no one injured. Five Negroes from Paulding County, accompanied by a woman, came into Ottoville, and while they were in front of Gillen’s saloon, a resident of Ottoville, a white man, commenced talking to the colored woman, just for fun. The husband of the woman, a burley Kentucky coon, resented the familiarity and remarked that he would allow no white man to talk to his wife.

            The coon was bad and flourished a gun, but another of the gang of negroes wrenched it out of his hand. The coons then went to John Lauer’s place, but they did not go inside. They were followed by the Marshal and a crowd of men. This riled the coons and another chewing match occurred. The Marshal ordered the dusky visitors out of town, and after they had crossed the creek and over the corporation line, they engaged in some back talk and the coon with the gun attempted to fire at the crowd on the other side, but the revolver failed to work. An Ottoville man then fired a couple of shots to scare the coons.

            The colored “gemmen” concluded that they better get out of it the best way they could and when an order came for them to halt, they promptly complied. The Ottoville people were thoroughly worked up by this time, and after telling the coons what they would have done to them if they had made any more hostile moves, they were allowed to depart. No blows were struck, no blood was shed and after the department of the visitors all was again lovely.

12-18-1901 DH

            G. H. Otte is lending his efforts to get the C. H. & D. railroad company interested in running that connecting a line from Delphos to the Findlay, Ft. Wayne & Western at Mandale, through Ottoville, and President Woodford has promised to investigate the matter. 

12-28-1901 DH

            A three-month-old child of Mr. and Mrs. John Bartes, of Ottoville, a twin, died Wednesday.