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Newspaper
Wayne County Herald
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1883
Page
4
Fragmentary text mentions prohibition of manufacture and sale of certain beverages and civil service reform. Includes garbled phrases about enforcement dates and public ballots, with likely references to a political or legal notice and fraud concerns.
The Tur grand jury at Tuscara did not return indictments against officials Betifer and Kepper amid ongoing investigations.
In New London Ontario the 14 year old Lanz 8 Dennison reportedly killed himself. The event comes amid a wave of dime novel influence and sensationalized reading.
Mrs Cuiréro confined on disorderly conduct charges at Bellaire attempted self harm with Paris green and was saved by an emetic. The incident highlights prison safety concerns and health response.
The Michigan Prohibitionists held a State Convention at Lansing on Wednesday of last week. They adopted stringent resolutions and nominated a full ticket for upcoming elections.
The piece argues reforms take hold when the public shows resolve and politicians follow, emphasizing that government acts only after citizens demonstrate they mean business. It reflects a belief that public will is the primary force behind lasting reform, not political initiative alone.
The Civil Service Reform Bill is described as a large mantle of charity that will cover many shortcomings of the late session of Congress.
The whiskey men failed to sway the present Congress to extend the bonded period for their liquors, blocking a move they hoped would fatten their pockets through speculation. This stands as one bright spot in the record of the XLVIIth Congress.
General Ep Mryre of the Northern District of Ohio refuses to bow to party bosses. His official head is said to be severed by the political guillotine of the current administration, with Eggleston named to succeed him. The struggle continues.
The Herald and Presbyter editor asserts signs point to constitutional liquor prohibition soon. He notes growing numbers and strength of advocates and says leaders and prominent men will align or be swept away by the tide.
The record notes in the Senate Sherman for the bill and Pendleton against it. In the House Butterworth Morey Neal Richey Schultz Townsend and Young voted for, while Atherton Converse Dawes Geddes Leedom Lefevre McKiggley Robinson Rice Eyra B and Joseph Taylor voted against. McClure is not recorded.
The writer argues that raising a family without a newspaper is foolish and compares the home paper to an encyclopedia for the neighborhood. Daily reading leaves impressions, imparting wisdom and knowledge of people and events useful to boys and girls.
The Social Reform Society of New York met at Steinway Hall and passed a resolution asking the Legislature to limit saloons to one per 500 inhabitants and to set a $500 license fee. It notes ny city currently has one saloon per 125 residents and argues against gradual reform.
A Kentucky case reports Thomas Hiten of Connersville buying a diseased cow for 22 dollars, killing it, and selling tainted meat to locals. Citizens revolted, causing Hiten to leave town amid a public uproar over diseased meat and drink traffic. Kentuckians are portrayed as similar to others in reaction.
The senate wrapped up work by receiving and passing several bills including a civil bill, the 20 000 for new stamp resources, and an appropriation for dies plates and stamps. Edmunds presided briefly as sine die and a riotous late session ended with members pelting each other with books and papers.
John Crummel born September 19 1785 in Lancaster County Pennsylvania. He was baptized and joined the Reformed Church in full communion before serving in the 1814 battle at Baltimore. Crummel lived a long life as a Democrat and died March 4 1888 at his granddaughter Mrs W W Wyer's residence, aged 97 years 5 months and 15 days. His funeral was conducted March 5 by Reverend Kerschner.
A medical tonic advertisement proclaims perfect success for curing dyspepsia biliousness costiveness and kidney liver blood purification. Claims include removing pimples and improving overall health with price listed as 6 pence in Kanbach and Donnelly.
Senator Van Wyck of Nebraska denounced star route corruption in the Post Office Department. He charged lawyers earned up to 100 dollars daily, claiming fees bribed the hired supporters to block reforms, calling the conspiracy worse than the scheme itself. Cameron, Brewater's ally, protested angrily as the speech ended in a heated exchange.
A Kansas House Finance Committee session recalls Branner of Wyandotte county urging harmony. He warned that without the spirit of prayer, he would move to seek Saint Smith to mediate. The move temporarily quieted rising tensions as fellowship and goodwill were emphasized.
Reports of saloon brawls and shootings surface from Centerbury Knox county Metropolis Ills Chicago Ashland and Cincinnati. Incidents include Geo W Darling cut by William Barber in Miller's saloon and John Elliot killed by Jere Dunn. Dick Willis shot Chas Whiteman in Metropolis. Banks assaulting Mulrroney with a beer mallet. Oscar Swineford ending a spree by suicide. Dr J Johnson dying after being struck. Richard Howden shot by George Stevens.
Denni Quinn pleaded guilty and was fined $75 plus costs. John Sexton received 11 days in jail, a $100 fine, and a commitment to remain until paid. The proceedings name Judge HaBnock as overseeing the Champaign County saloon cases.
Seventy acres of choice land one mile south of Wooster on a main road. Fertile soil with orchard variety of small fruits and several springs. Sell in one or two parts. For details contact N. F. Albright on the place or address Wooster Ohio.
Amos Walters J P issues a cop y of the conditional order reviving the Amos Walters judgment against Jamieson & Co and Isaac N Bucher for 29.35 plus 235 costs. The order, dated February 24 1883, sets a hearing for April 13 1883 at 1 o'clock p m at the office of Isaac N Bucher in East Union Township Wayne Co Ohio to determine whether the revival will become absolute and requires shown cause if any.
An old advertisement claims Dr Winchells Teething Syrup helps children sleep and calms stomach upsets from teething or other causes. The brief copy touts relief from dysentery and diarrhoea with a dose priced at 25 cents, aimed at mothers seeking quick remedies.
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