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Newspaper

Massillon Independent

Location

Massillon, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1900

Page

4

Bryan Nomination and US Asia Policy Divides Markets

The Peoria Journal explains stock moves tied to Bryan's nominations. It argues danger perceived four years ago versus confidence now, cites motives for East expansion to protect commercial interests and strategic positions, and says Bryan would hinder these aims. It quotes the New York Sun on potential setbacks to US footholds and trade.

Peoria Bryan New York Sun United States Conger China Ride Aguinaldo Mr. Bryan

Pettigrew Rebuked Over War Fervor in South Dakota Race

Senator Pettigrew, seeking reelection to the U S Senate from South Dakota, faces a sharply critical reply from E G Bartlett veteran of the Civil War. The letter accuses Pettigrew and the Bryan faction of betraying the country and links Bartlett’s supporters to enemies domestic and abroad.

Pettigrew United States Senate South Dakota McKinley E. G. Bartlett Bryan Luzon

Interesting comparisons show prosperity under the new regime

A Waterloo Republican argues that in Monroe County many fared better in the recent years than under Cleveland. He cites price and commodity comparisons from 1896 to illustrate improved purchasing power for corn wheat oats wool and other goods, ending with a note that implement dealers were stoking optimism in 1896.

Monroe County Waterloo Cleveland Lonsdale

Trade offers for horses and cattle go unanswered

A fragment notes offers to trade horses and cows for buplements but no evidence exists of any such offers being accepted or fulfilled. The terse line implies persistent solicitations without transaction or confirmation.

Congressman Kerr of Mianffeld Endorses Republican Prosperity

Congressman Kerr of Mianffeld, Fourteenth Ohio, sends a Toledo Blade letter urging workingmen to back the Republican party. He argues four years of prosperity under Republican policy and warns that Democratic plans lead to higher prices, free silver, or decline, stressing Ke rr’s view that another decade of Republican leadership will keep the nation prosperous without war.

Kerr Mianffeld Ohio Congress Toledo Blade Massillon Republcan Melintey Cleveland Democratic Party Republican Party Republican Party Remmains

A Race for $100 at County Fair Grounds

A race for $100 has been arranged between Greg Rex owned by Sammel McIntosh of West Brookfield and Idaho owned by David Levers, formerly property of A C Stansbury. The race will be held at the county fair grounds on the last day of the fall races with McIntosh driving Greg Rex and Stansbury guiding Idaho.

Greg Rex Sammel McIntosh West Brookfield Idaho David Levers A. C. Stansbury County Fair Mr. McIntosh Mr. Stansbury

Three Story Brick Building Permit for Bammerlin Bros

Mrs C Bammerlin received a permit to erect a three story brick building on Factory street to house the Bammerlin Brothers piano manufactory. The 27 by 68 foot structure costs 3000 dollars and is to be completed by January 1 as their business has grown over the year.

Piles Cured Without the Knife

A druggist offers Paro Ointment with a refund guarantee if it fails to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles in six to sixteen days. One application provides relief and the product is sold with No Cure No Pay at $1. Also mentions a massillon town sale and children’s school shoes at cost during a removal sale.

Massillon Pille

County Seat News Reports Stark Institute Lectures and Probate

The Stark county teachers institute proceeds with Milne and Melilorey as instructors of the sessions at Massillon High School Attendance grows to about 150 to 175 teachers from Massillon register as Milne McGilvrey deliver lectures on education emotional and intellectual aspects and school government The will of Emma Jones Massillon is filed for probate leaving $100 to sister Maggie Miller and directing sale of remaining property executor L A Koons named Final affairs include Catherine Koons estate closing and a marriage license granted to Charles Snavely and Helen Graham

Institute of Stark County Teachers James M. Milne New York State Norm School J. B. Melilorey Pedhigogical Department Clinvis State Normal School Massillon Professor Milne McGilvrey Mr. Milne Milne Guthrie Messisvrey Alilne MelGilvrey Enasion McGilyr Maggie Miller Richard James Henry James Homas James Reese James L.A. Koons Catherine Koons Massion Charles Snavely M . Helen Graham New Berlin

Golden Wedding of Mr and Mrs Moses Clay

Mr and Mrs Moses Clay celebrated their golden wedding on Saturday August 25 with sons and daughters present except J W Pontius who was away. Relatives from nearby and distant states attended. A large tent sheltered dinner and gifts included a gold watch and chain for Mr Clay and a poetic letter from Mrs George and Miss Pina Ruppert. The day was marked by pleasant fellowship and meaningful expressions of esteem.

Moses Clay Clay George Tuer

Forty Years Among Cannibals Prompts Book Idea

A French adventurer who spent forty years among Central African cannibals plans to write a book. The piece ties his release to the relief of captivity and promotes Hostetler’s Stomach Bitters and Shusser’s Vegetable Liver Pills as health remedies, urging readers to buy the genuine products from druggists and warning against substitutes.

Central Africa Hostetter Shusser

County seat votes against storm sewer bonds in special election

The county seat rejected a 75000 bond proposal for a storm water sewer by 119 votes in a 2395 total. A 20000 bond for a garbage disposal plant passed by 93 votes amid questions about two thirds voting requirements. The Sugarcreek area also sees legal action over telephone pole placement and a temporary injunction granted. A marriage license was issued to John D. Zupp and Martha Beck.

Woodling Canton Ayler J.J. Grant Common Pleas Court McCarty Sherif Zaiser John Baughman Sugarcreek Township John D. Zupp Martha ©. Beck

Civil Service Exam Calls for Post Office Clerks and Carriers

The United States Civil Service Commission announces a September 26, 1900 exam in this city for clerk and carrier posts in the post office service. The move aims to create substitute forces about 25 percent of regular staff to prevent delays and fill existing vacancies. Open to U.S. citizens meeting age and height rules. females exempt from medical certificate. Applications and blanks available from the local board secretary with deadlines to be advised.

United States Civil Service Commission Aly Carrier Post Office Service Post Office Department Federal Service Commission United States

Health tonic claims boost energy and strength

An old advertisement touts a health pill claimed to convert weakness into energy and fatigue into mental power. It asserts sugar coating and health benefits with pricing around 260 per vex, and is attributed to two or more endorsers.

King Hetles Gaby Manely

BOWS TO NEW BOSS IN MASSILLON POLITICS

The Democratic central committee reorganization under Adrian Howard with William Minnich and Simon Brenner shifts power to the youngest member, causing envy among elder members who skip meetings. Howard asserts control as Bryan club talks emerge, with committee members tasked to recruit supporters while Massillon weighs Dunlap opposition and Alliance participation.

Democratic Central Adrian Howard William J. Minnich Simon Brenner Gray Wand Buss Howard Democratic Central Committee Squire Paul Bryan Club

Carl Browne in Fort Scott Kansas Visit Reported

Fort Scott Kansas newspaper notes Carl Browne son in law of General Coxey spoke on North Main Street from a buggy in Freedom colony near Fulton. Browne, inventor of a living machine powered by rotary wings and liquid air, discusses Washington trip and socialism. Browne and wife live at Freedom colony with no income beyond labor and lectures. Browne described as tall with beard and cocked hat.

Fort Scott Kan Carl Browne Massillon Coxey Casey North Main Street Colony of Freedom Fulton Washington Browne Gen. Coxey Ohio Freedom Colony General Coxey

Miss Susan Wymar Praises Pe-ru-na In Letter To Dr Hartman

A Chicago teacher Miss Susan Wymar writes Dr Hartman praising Pe-ru-na for relief from pelvic complaints and the change of life. Mrs Margaretha Dauben of Racine Wisconsin also endorses Pe-ru-na saying she feels well and happy after taking it. The ad urges free book for women and claims Pe-ru-na has no equal in irregularities.

Susan Wymar Richmond School Chicago Ill Hartman Margaretha Dauben North Superior St Racine City Wis Pen Columbus, Oy

Massillon brewery contract for four story main building

The Schuster Brewing Company, located at West street between the river and Cherry, awards John Meinhart & Son the contract to erect its main brewery building. The 76 by 109 feet four story, fireproof structure will use about 100 tons of steel and concrete floors. Architect Grieser of Chicago designed it and work may start next week with occupancy hoped within a few months.

Schuster Brewing Company Exchange Street Ond Dues West Street Cherry Street John Meinhart & Son J. W. Seinster Massillon Bottling Works Born Grieser Chicago Schuster Millport

Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills Advertised Relief

Remedies promise health benefits from Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills, claiming appetite, digestion, and sleep improvements. Advertising notices list unclaimed letters at Massillon post office dated August 28, 1900, with names and instructions to claim. Also promotes Slusser's Headache Tablets and immigration to Hotel Conrad consultations in New York specialists schedule through September 9.

Massillon Bennette Grace Foraker Minnie Caldwell Mary Kline B. FP. Fagan Jessie Marlowe Marlon Merrill Geo B. Men McCrea John B. Rhoda Fred L. Masse H. A. Rubb Edw A. Oberlin J. Vellami Conrad New York

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