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Newspaper
Wayne County Herald
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1903
Page
2
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The piece argues voting is not just about winning or right actions but about pledged promises being fulfilled. It suggests mothers influence sons to vote rightly on state issues and notes many candidates were not favored despite deserving positions. It links liquor taxes to heavy taxation, urging caution over public policy.
A local note praises Prohibition candidates for clarity of stance and laments split votes. It cites George B. Cox and Marcus A. Hanna as aligned figures, lauds a November 3 dry vote in Frederickaburg, and blames party machine influence for deflated temperance support. The piece criticizes voters who back license parties and urges unity among Republicans and Democrats to end liquor traffic.
In the Alaskan boundary dispute the issue of the expense account is raised after the witness decision. The narrative notes Sehwab refused to testify, then statements were mailed in, signaling new developments in the case.
The piece argues that Prohibition zealots threaten the liquor industry and urges political strategy to blunt party-led pressures. It contends liquor firms may lose their liberty, urging support for a strategy to keep both major parties in balance and fund high licenses to curb the movement.
A dated polemic argues prohibitionist virtue over apology. It links license to moral decline, notes thieves in cities, urges voting for rights for all, and condemns saloons while praising church vigilance in the broader battle for good government.
A political critique argues that 95 percent of crime stems from intoxicating liquor and that legalized saloons drive anarchy. It frames law as the state’s will when the saloon holds supreme political power, warning of unsafe ballot influence.
Deputy Marshal Fasnolag presented a demand to Wooster city officials on behalf of Marble Savings Bank of Cleveland in the city bond matter. The action is connected to the city's bond case and involves the Cleveland court.
Progressive Farmers met October 29 at D. R. Firestone’s Madison Hill home with RE. D. McIntire urging voting for individuals not parties. Mrs. F I Heim explained the Taxation Amendment. Alma Smith read an essay. Miss Lacy Stitt defended the Jersey cow. Tristman inviting all to meet again November 19 at 10 a.m.
Election results show Col. Myron Herrick leading Ohio governor race by over 125000. In Wayne County the Democratic ticket won with Wertz for Representative by 1253, Kreiger Treasurer by 996, Carlin Prosecuting Attorney by 1188, Butler Infirmary Director by 48. Prohibition outcome awaits official canvass Friday.
The West Salem area reports marriage licenses for Joan C. H Marrison and Ide M. Ohl of Wooster with E Morrow of Altoona and Gertrude Morrison C F Kissinger and Mary A Wagaman of Easten. Prohibition orators drew praise in Sehvel Hall and School Hall with witty satire and strong truth, while a Kansas City tribute marked a golden wedding anniversary for Mr and Mrs Sperry. A Munich weekly condemns separate medical colleges for women, arguing it harms training and practice for female doctors.
Stray Stories recounts unfinished churches from Kaswal to Somerset and Stourport with tales of fortunes lost, failed rail land speculation, a lighthouse beacon abandoned due to fog, and a pretend castle on Mowcop hill. The piece notes perpetual work on cathedrals and public structures, with workers ever present and some dwellings never finished.
A physician asserts that alcohol and tobacco are not linked vices. He notes habitual drinkers may use tobacco less under heavy drinking, while moderate drinkers who quit smoking may increase alcohol intake. The expert argues consistent moderation with both substances is rare and difficult.
Smithville obituaries note William McFadden’s death west of town. Sophia Reamer returns from Oberlin. Cottage prayer meeting at grandmother Shoemaker’s. Rev Fenton, new Lutheran pastor, moved into parsonage. Epworth League held semiannual election. Jennie Rhoads reelected president. Mrs Weat and Mr Masser hosted visitors from Congress. Several locals visit Jacob Lutz. Benn Brenneman to Weat Massillon District Conference. Maggie Mishler assists at telephone central. Lutheran women prepare parsonage for pastor. Husking bee at I N Winter’s place praised. Rev Fenton opens first sermon. Jessie Foxtor enters high school. to live with Mrs Krapp. Mrs Amanda Paul visits from Orrville. Fred Conrad starts high school.
Mrs Wabash laments the paper’s scandals while Mrs Lakefront jokes her husband avoids the club for a fortnight, highlighting a lighthearted domestic exchange about sensational news.
Saw Hie Finish. Bifkins says Mrs Bosswick will marry again with a self-made fiance. Milkins notes the boast. Bifkins mocks the plan. A Virginia woman reportedly has thirteen sons, each six feet tall, prompting humorous superstition about apaths.
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