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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1903
Page
4
The column surveys political maneuvering around March elections with mentions of Carter Harrison in Chicago, Tom Johnson in Cleveland, and Bryan’s stance on the Carter Hartson ticket. It notes Roosevelt and Roosevelts news gaps, mentions Mayer Jones, Ingalls in Cincinnati, and Rockefeller’s Nebraska gift. Also referenced are labor tensions in Ente Pa, railway service debates, and King Edward’s Lisbon reception.
A E Simpson, former vice president, reportedly had his whiskers burned at his house on Wednesday. The incident reflects a curious habit noted in recent years of searching his residence for unusual curiosities and unusual activities.
A jumble of local and national items notes a suspender button mystery near Harrisburg, mentions a funeral skip, and hints at political maneuvering. It reports Pennell and wife dying from auto effects, Medina courting a new auto factory, and United States Steel posting a large annual statement about nourishment and finances.
Santos Dumont proposes carrying people by airship at the St Louis exposition. He must assure readers that his machine will not be liable to a quick return trip before he is ready to pull the lever.
Mrs Evlear Frook and children left for church on North Market Street when burglars set fires and broke in. Mr Frick returning home found the front door ajar and a light burning while a crowbar and gear lay about. Police noted no one stayed to steal after the alarm and frightened burglars fled before gathering valuables.
Several hundred teachers attended a Saturday session in Canton for a county education gathering. Prof Fess spoke on Linea and a student chorus performed while demonstrations and lectures by university faculty highlighted high school courses and the German system. The meeting featured talks on education values, grading, and teacher duties, with continued discussion on core school topics.
A farce comedy titled Are You a Mason features at the City Opera House next Thursday. The play centers on marital misunderstanding and husbands convincing wives they joined the Masons, with the show praised as a top comedy, having enjoyed major runs in New York Chicago and London. It includes the fairy spectacle Jack and the Beanstalk as part of the program.
Attorneys for ex Commissioner Warren Raauseys and Commissioner Daniel Leiner filed a motion for a new trial on multiple grounds. They allege trial error including admission and exclusion of evidence, court charges to the jury, and failure to grant requested charges, with further claims of misinterpretation and ruling on separate defenses. Frank Taggart, Adaire McClure, and Smyser represent the defendants.
Opening day details describe a new Ohno Shoe Company setup in the McClellan room with clerks and attendants, papered and decorated storefront, enlarged windows, and floral displays. Attendants listed include A Newman, A GG Newnan, and F Robinson. Stock noted as active and steady.
Mrs Sarah Fisher of West Lirwill Street died at 40 clock Saturday after a stroke leading to complications. She was 40 and had served as a safferet for several months. She leaves her husband Frank Fisher and two sons Harry and Benjamin, and a daughter Rosa Finley of Chicago. She was a sister of John and Hugh Bowers of the Blue Front restaurant. Funeral held at 2 p.m. Monday.
Joseph L. Fritz, attorney at law, maintains office at West Liberty Street in Wooster Ohio, serving clients of the Oser Wooster National Bank and surrounding area with legal services.
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