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My best wishes are for a happy New Year to the attaches of the Sentinel and its readers.
On Christmas night, Dr. Stocker went a fishing and throwing out his fishig tackle he caught two little boys, one
for Burt Morris and the other for Joseph C. Wannemacher. Now the question arises who are the happiest, their
parents or the Dr.
Fanny and Jacob Wannemacher made a visit to Tiffin and Fremont, Ohio, over the holidays.
Walter Mersman had a runaway in a cutter last Sunday, the sleigh upset upon Walter, the horse made around
through town, the driver came out unhurt but the sleigh was broken.
Alex Wannemacher and Walter Mersman went to Toledo Monday, to attend college.
The new schoolhouse was dedicated last Thursday. Scholars and teacher feel happy.
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Almost without warning, on last Thursday old Mother Kehres departed this life very suddenly at the age of
70 years and 9 days. Though feeble foe a long time her sudden demise came very unexpected. Her remains
were laid to rest Sunday afternoon in the Catholic Cemetery, attended by a very large concourse of friends
from far and near. She was born in Elsace, France: came to America in 1852 with her husband Sebastian
Kehres, and settled in Seneca County, Ohio; in 1860 they bought 160 acres of land in Jackson Township and
lived thereon until death. She endured the hardships of pioneer life and raised a large family; 5 sons and 4
daughters survive her, all grown up. Mother Kehres was a true and kind woman, and very highly respected in
her neighborhood.
Oliver Hoehn is happy over the advent of a girl.
A glance at the delinquent tax list shows only three names from Monterey Township.
Valentine Kehres of Tiffen, George Kehres of Findlay, Shenk and Lang and their wives, Mrs. Uhleuhake
and many others from Delphos, were in attendance at Mother Kehres’ funeral.
Jan. 12, 1896 ARGUS
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The excellent good health prevailing in this locality for some time seems to be broke at once, as anumber
of sick cases turned up of late. Among those suffering now is Ed Mersman, Peter Krebs, August Baumgarten,
Joseph Suter, Henry Utrup, Andy Peters, J. J. Miller and many children.
A telegram was received this Monday morning announcing the death of Mrs. Anna Sherer, oldest
daughter of G. H. Otte of this place. Her demise was not unexpected, as she had been suffering of
consumption for some time. She was but 28 years old. Her remains will be brought here for burial next
Wednesday.
Last Friday evening being the 41st birthday of Mrs. N. Gillen, in the evening about one hundred people
made a surprise upon the lady. Professor Wagner made the presentation speech and delivered to her a fine
present, which she accepted with thanks. The guests were cordially entertained by music and song; a bountiful
oyster supper was served and a general goo time was had until a late hour of the night, when the party left for
their homes.
Dr. A. Page made his regular visit here on 20th inst.; no matter how rough the weather is he will not
dissipoint his patients, some of which came 15 miles to be treated by him.
Mr. John H. Straman, candidate for Probate Judge, made a round to see his many friends at the sale of
the estate of Henry Roth, on 16th inst.
Frank and Kilian Droll, of Seneca County, were here over Sunday. They intend to buy land near
Cloverdale and settle upon it.
Jan. 26, 1896 ARGUS
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William Remlinger & Co., duggist have received a new soda fountain for their new building, into which they
will move this week, and the nwill have as fine a drug store as there is anywhere outside of a large city.
The hardware firm of C. Wannemacher & Son have received a carload of Turnbull Farm and Truck
Wagons and have converted the old school house into a wareroom. These wagons are extensively sold by the
firm, a proof of their good quality, to their customers. They have also received a new supply of buggies.
Phaetons, road wagons and carts.
Four of our sick men are again seen on the streets. They look like new recruits.
Albert Mueller, of Bismark, and August Binder, of Cincinnati, are here on a visit.
Jas. Hilvers has the lagrippe.
Feb. 2, 1896 ARGUS
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Saturday evening, November 14, the people of our school district had the pleasure of lietenring to their
children talk. It was a very successful entertainment, given at our village school, with which everybody was
pleased. The parents could see what their children were doing at school in the way of advancement. It proved
to them that our teachers are very much interested in the welfare of the children. The speech read by Mr.
Heckman should be remembered by every parent. Teacher Wagner also gave us a short speech, in which he
expounded the uses of literature. “The Gypsy Girl” took best, Anna Gillen doing the act remarkably well, as
she has a sweet voice for singing. At the conclusion the people all left, hoping to meet there again soon to
hear of our teachers’ masterly work through our children.
Last Wednesday another wedding occurred in our village. The contracting parties were Miss Susie Snider
and A. Barrelsman. They were married at the Cathoilc Church at 8 o’clock Wednesday morning. A good time
was had at home during the day, and a grand ball at Gillen’s Hall in the evening. Their many friends all join in
wishing them much joy and happiness through life.
J. B. Mersman is getting quite a plant established in the way of a planing mill. Anyone wishing to purchase
lumber or anything carried in a planing mill should call on J. B. Mersman before going elsewhere to buy.
Mr. Alex Lauer has moved back to Ottoville from Delphos. Alex says no place like sweet 16.
We have had for the past few days a Medicine Show here in town. Show every night --- sell medicine in their
program. Saturday evening they had a crowded house.
Still someone says “Bryan is elected; just wait until every vote is in.” Well, he was defeated this time, but
that defeat will make him President in 1900. Monterey Township did well, as it polled the biggest vote in its
history. Let us keep it up from fall to fall, until 1900, when we will again cast a ticket with the name of W. J.
Bryan asa header.
Nov. 17, 1896 ARGUS
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Lue Swloe is in town again.
Grandpa Faeth, of Landeck, Ohio, is visiting relatives in this vicinity.
Another wedding occurred here Wednesday morning, the contracting parties being Mr. F. Droll and Miss
Matilda Sherrick. They were married at the Cathoilc Church at 8 o’clock. Their many friends join in wishing
them much joy and happiness through life.
The 8-year-old child of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Harmon died Nov. 17th, and was buried Nov. 19th in the
Catholic Cemetery at this place.
Thanksgiving is here, and so are the turkeys. Our merchants have taken in a vast amount of poultry in the
last few days.
Judging from the number of weddings that have occurred in and about his place, McKinley’s wave of
prosperity has surely overtaken us.
The young people who reside here put forth their greatest efforts to entertain their people, and yet, we
have George and Steve going to Delphos to be entertained.
November 21, 1896 ARGUS
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Mr. Joseph Leis has returned from Huron County.
Ottoville is making an improvement in the way of shade trees being planted.
There will be a meeting at Kehres’ Hall next Tuesday evening, the objrct of which is to organize a Literary
Society. This is something that will benefit all of us, let us attend and make it a success.
The Diensteberger family, from Delphos, gave us a good show thanksgiving evening in Kehres’s Hall.
They had a crowded house.
Mr. Henry Trentkamp, who has been in Chicago the past three weeks, has returned. He had an operation
performed on his eyes.
Mr. Goede Miller and daughter, of Mercer County, are here visiting Mr. and Mrs. Heckman.
Mrs. Walls, of Defiance, Ohio, is here visiting the Otte family.
November 30, 1896
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Mr. Goede Miller and daughter Viola, who have been visiting Mr. and Mrs. Heckman, have returned to
their home in Mercer County.
Last Tuesday at Cleveland, Ohio, the funeral of Rev. Father Westerholt took place. The deceased was at
one time pastor of the Catholic Church of this place. He was pastor during the building of the old church. Rev.
Mueller celebrated Requiem High Mass in commemoration of the deceased.
Mrs. J. B. Mersman, who has been on the sick list, is getting better.
On last Friday evening, the citizens of the Ottoville Literary Society, in Kehres Hall. There was a crowded
house. The question for debate was: Resolved, that fire is more destructive than water. The speakers for the
affirmative side were: Frank Altenburger, L. N. Wagner, Steve Wannemacher and John Ockuly: negative:
August Heckman, George Altenburger, Walter Mersman and Alex Wannemacher. The question was ably
discussed on both sides. The judge decided in favor of the affirmative. The society extends a cordial welcome
to all.
December 7, 1896
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The health of this community is good at present writing.
J. M. Vinandy and wife of New Reigle, Ohio, are here visiting the Sutter family.
Mr. John Zalmer has moved to Shelby, Richland County, Ohio.
Miss Rothman, of Delphos, Ohio, is visiting the Sshlagbaum family.
The Literary Society had another crowded house last Friday evening, Dec. 11, 1896. the question for
debate was : Resolved, that whisky has caused more sorroe than war. There were good debaters on both
sides. The question was decided in favor of the negative.
The 9th girl has come to stay with Andrew Kehres, our hotel man.
Mr. William Gasser is in Toledo, Ohio, on business.
December 14, 1896
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Mr. J. B. Mersman left for Dayton, Ohio, last Thursday, to undergo a treatment for his throat, and also to
hear the great Frantz murder trial.
Mr. Nick Gillen went to Delphos Thursday on business.
Mr. George Elkins, of Cincinnati, is visiting his many chums and friends in this place.
J. W. Grewe, of Frankfort, Ind., was here visiting Mrs. Ed. Mersman last Sunday.
There will be an entertainment given at the schoolhouse, on the evening of January 1st, 1897. it will be given
by the scholars and teachers of the school; admission 5 cents. The proceeds of the entertainment is to go
towards purchasing suitable pictures to decorate the walls of the schoolroom. Everybody is invited to attend.
The question for discussion last Friday evening in our debating hall was: Resolved, that women should
have the right of sufferage. It was a grand success and many people were present. The women had good
hopes until one of their own speakers gave up his conscience, and subsequently the women received the cold
shoulder. The judges decided in favor of the negative.
December 21, 1896
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Christmas Day was merrily observed in Ottoville.
A Happy New Year to all the readers of the SENTINEL.
Mr. Adam Wenk, of New Riegel, Ohio is here visiting the Sutler family.
Mr. Garret Eickholt, of Michigan, os spending the holidays with his sister, Mrs. Henry Hilvers.
Mr. George Elkins has returned to Cincinnati to resume work.
Mr. George Fishbach, who has been working in Nebraska, has come home on a visit to his many friends.
Mrs. Frisch and son are visiting Mr.Frank Gminer.
To Observer of Rushmore, Ohio, we wish to say, that the regular meeting of our Debating Society will be held
on Friday evening after New Year’s. the question for discussion on that evening is: Resolved, that alcoholic
drinks have caused more sorrow than war. We would be pleased indeed, to have said society to attend.
Everybody is welcome.
The Debating Hall was, as usual, crowded last Wednesday evening. The qestion was: Resolved, that a
person will learn more by reading than by traveling. The question was decided in favor of the affirmative. Much
fun was connected our barber Kramer’s speech.
December 29, 1896 ARGUS