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Newspaper
Wayne County Herald
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1902
Page
2
The Committee of Fifteens reports 32980 pledged for Wooster University rebuilding, leaving about 7000 with 161 days left. Farmers and pastors lead mobilization across Wayne County, urging even small gifts and urging prompt subscriptions to Jesse McClellan.
The Herald notes ongoing donations with $35,000 expected next week in Wayne County and $60,000 overall. Alumni pledges exceed $12,000 so far and more contributions are anticipated as efforts continue led by Dr Holden in Cincinnati.
Wooster held a Day of Prayer for Colleges with Rev W C Stinson of New York preaching in Memorial Chapel. Detroit publisher F B Dickerson pledged 100 dollars toward new university buildings and many Wooster students benefited from his support.
The article lists numerous donors and dates, including Alamnt, Rosh Taggart, James Wallace, J. H. Rabbitts, Frank Taggvart, Rev M E Caldwell, K Q Ghormley, L L Longbrake, Rev J Pomero, and many others. It notes reported by G W N Loccock and mentions various Rev and Mrs, professors, and trustees, along with totals and a brief police raid note at the end. The Market house on South street was raided by police. a traveling man and a woman were arrested. the man paid a $20 fine, the woman $10 and costs. proprietors fined $10 and costs.
The text recounts tar and feathering as a brutal, excruciating punishment. It explains tar removal as a drawn out, painful process that can cause severe injuries, bleeding, and death. Eyewitness accounts from Wyoming illustrate the lasting torment and dangers of this discipline.
The article discusses magnet lifting tools used in shipyards and factories to handle heavy metal pieces, noting time and cost savings of 50 to 75 percent. It warns of danger if the power fails and recommends storage batteries. It also mentions multi piece handling and typical five ton lifting capacities, plus cautions about safety and occasional equipment failures.
Mrs Nellie Yoder and her son visited parents Mr and Mrs B Harrie as Smithville endured a heavy Sunday snowstorm described as among the season’s most beautiful. J Weller from Cincinnati visited town. Epworth League held its first meeting of the new year at the parsonage with reports showing strong attendance and improved devotional participation.
Marriage licenses listed for individuals from Massillon Dalton Blackleyville Burton City Koch's Postoffice Orrville Wooster Smithville Madisonburg and other communities. Also Baltimore & Ohio Railroad excursion tickets on sale to New Orleans Tees and Mobile for one fare round trip valid return to February 28 with Callon & O. agents for details.
The document lists train connections and arrivals for the Achland and Wester Railway Co effective January 1902. It describes departure times after eastward trains arrive and westbound connections, noting specific train numbers and interchange with the Erie & Z line.
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