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Newspaper
Wayne County Herald
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1897
Page
4
Classified notice from The Herald Printing Co. appears as an address stamp and general notice. It notes circulation at North Main Corner of Public Square Hastel Block and mentions Po nd-class matter registration and routing through the office.
A historical notice outlines how subscribers must handle periodicals, detailing continuation after discontinuance, fraudulent receipt, and publisher rights. It notes that failure to pay or notify can lead to legal actions, including possible arrest for fraud under evolving postal laws.
Councilman Billman urges saloon opponents to abandon ineffective reform schemes as he argues licensing, taxation, and screen removal fail to curb the evils of whiskey. He links liquor to death and hell, urging decisive action against the saloon system.
An Ohio town, Urbana, saw the Sheriff and posse overwhelmed as state troops were withdrawn by the Governor. A brutal open daylight murder occurred, and the piece condemns mob violence while praising the court that tried the convicted offender and the swift law execution.
The text argues Ohio's delayed and uncertain criminal justice fosters lynch mob violence. It cites recent Urbana tragedy and Cleveland Leader editorial critique, calling for reform to speed trials, ensure conviction penalties, and reduce costly, error-prone court processes. It urges comprehensive changes to prevent further brutal acts and restore public safety.
In Cleveland the Anti-Saloon League failed to push a Sunday prohibition measure as city council opposed the anti screen ordinance. Councilman Frank Billman defended constitutional rights, stating the proposal infringes personal liberty and may violate U S and Ohio laws. He urged Rev Baker to pursue morality reforms outside council action.
The fragment discusses sympathy for securing efforts against liquor traffic and condemning actions by corporations or individuals. It questions whether invasion or condemnation has ever advanced civilization or morality, suggesting liquor control as a moral issue and the limits of punitive measures.
A state telegraph from Delaware through several counties recounts efforts to unite prohibitionist forces for county and senatorial tickets. F. M. Sigcarntsry urges unity over faction, urging fall tickets and a single banner. Franklin, Marion, Richland, Ashland, Medina, and Huron counties are advancing petitions and preparations while others push for organized county structures and a stronger statewide effort.
Neighbors critique his political stance while Zanesville readers praise Dr J O Holliday as Ohio governor candidate. Prohibitionist press in Zanesville mocks his bid, arguing the minister should stay out of politics to preserve moral standing and avoid tainting his church work.
The Turkish sultan objects to receiving James B Angell as U S Minister, hindering missionary ties and Turkish relations. Angell returned to Michigan, potential start uncertain. Officials seek to counter the objection, linking ministerial fitness with protecting American missionaries and their claims. Special Memorial Day services and a major Protestant evangelical push in Washington highlight ongoing religious and diplomatic tensions.
Retired church members entertained Mrs Booth Tucker at home and attended public meetings. She spoke at the First Congregational Church on Self sacrifice and Self abasement and at the Covenant Church in the evening, reading from the sixth chapter of Isaiah and commenting on verses. She keeps listeners engaged with earnest delivery.
An advertisement promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for kidney and urinary issues. It claims benefits for back pain, incontinence, and night-time urination, with testimonials to its effectiveness. Prices 50 cents to 1 dollar, with free pamphlet and sample by mail from Kilmer Co. Also invites schools and committees to view program samples at the Herald Office Wooster.
Reduced fare excursions on the Pennsylvania Lines cover many cities and events this summer. Tickets are valid to multiple destinations including Nashville Tennessee Centennial Exposition and Indianapolis YPOA conventions, with public eligibility and detailed information available from station ticket offices or C. L. Krupa, Assistant G P A in Cleveland.
Advertises homeseekers excursions with instructions to apply to Nesreat Ticket Agent of the Pennsylvania Lines or to address O, ty Empatty Ateletant-General Passenger Agent in Cleveland Ohio for details.
Lenore McMurray as guardian for minors Don and Ralph McMurray sues the Fraternal Mystic Circle in Wayne County Ohio for $1500 life policy on James C McMurray died in Shreve and proves death. the insurer is ordered to appear by July 21, 1897. The case names Lenora McMurray as plaintiff and H Swaart and Mawson Rover as attorneys.
The fragment quotes Lincoln’s Cooper Institute speech of 1860 urging duty and right against evil, then shifts to Rev Sam Small defending temperance while denouncing the term. It presents a window into anti and pro prohibition rhetoric from 19th century discourse, highlighting moral struggle, names, and phrases used to label governance and social reform.
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