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Newspaper
Wayne County Herald
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1899
Page
2
An edited local voice condemns the saloon and praises prohibition as war taxes strain breweries and distillers. Calls to action include church power, public petitions, and Congressional pressure to lower liquor taxes, with emphasis on the economic and moral fight against drink.
A distorted account suggests Chicago liquor interests weigh moving to a lax state, with Kentucky under consideration. It claims Maine arrests total 10 000 people versus thirteen, and Massachusetts high license yields 33 arrests per 10 000, arguing poorly enforced Prohibition is better than strict licensed enforcement.
In Columbus on December 10 Major General Charles Dick’s rise to Ohio National Guard supreme command appears linked to congressional support. As a Republican leader and House Militia Committee prospect, Dick is seen as key to increased national guard funding beyond the current 400000. Ohio aims for larger appropriations through bills proposing up to 2 million, with figures varying by proposal and committee action.
Local sickness and recoveries fill the week with Mrs. Whittmire and Mrs. Mathes listed among those improving. Evangelistic meetings continue at the M E church. Presbyterians plan Christmas programs and hymn selections. A surprise for Thomas Russell’s family includes music and oysters. Job ad seeks managers with salary offered and vague home-based duties.
A group led by H B Camp in Akron secured a contract to complete the Ashland & Wooster Railroad through Wooster within two years. Wooster citizens commit $10,000 with $5,000 paid at completion Applecreek to Wooster and the rest to follow to the terminus. Weather and right of way delays noted as prices for land remain high.
Nelson Stebbing, veteran of the 41st O. V. I., was struck by a train near the W and L E line beside the Oroville electric plant while crossing after work. The wheel crushed his left heel and cut a deep gash up to the calf. doctors fear amputation of a lower rib but strive to avoid it.
J M Hower Sr died in Cleveland at 52, former dry goods dealer. once married to Elizabeth Nalfitger. Mrs John B Crosby of Fredericksburg died after a long illness at about 70. funeral held Tuesday. Wilson Kirkendall, about 70, died suddenly of heart trouble at the county infirmary while visiting his sister in Ebrea.
A brief note ponders options for a Christmastime meal choosing between a large turkey for a big family or a smaller bird or alternative like duck or chicken, highlighting varying family sizes.
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