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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1901
Page
4
The Wooster Ohio paper widens with satirical notes on the cracker trust Dr. Dowie Mansfield and Morgan, plus comments on Michigan politics Pingree and international tensions. It notes spring hints with a German panel and April showers delayed, urging readers through diverse editorials.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention BorTHa and TOOLF by JONES announcing term limits, with references to McLean in Ohio, Philippine insurrection, Cuban independence, and Funston as a politician. Mixed lines touch mayoral issues, street dust policy, Republican talks, and possible governor candidacy, all in a garbled, period-voice fragment.
Japan issues an ultimatum to Russia but modern warfare dulls its impact. The note hints at Kansas bitterness as Mrs Nation hails from that state, linking domestic figures to foreign tension in a terse editorial flare.
CeBa shows signs of skittishness likely to slow when tending to business. Carrie Nation received a patrol wagon ride Sunday, likely fueling another lecture tour. Although 4 pil trust is active in Boston, reports say the cows have not yet gone in and are giving the usual indication of delay.
On that day he will present a valid explanation for promises made that he cannot perform. The statement implies accountability and a stated reason for unfulfilled commitments.
MARK TWAIN writes for anti imperialists and can mock any side. Mr BRYAN backs Towne for President in 1904. The Columbus mayor names John J Lenz as adviser and may make a big show under such management.
Ailed hints point to a forthcoming post office scandal in the Philippines. The paper Carrie Nation started in Kansas and others weigh Aguinaldo’s successor Sandiey while Manila jail rumors grow. Morgan withholds interview as reporters seek official statements.
A train derailed near Gall retter day after a cow caused the incident. The text questions how railroads will determine if cows have rights that must be respected.
A former New York banker carries more than $4,000,000 in indebtedness against assets of about $25, signaling an almost insolvent position. The statement suggests a strategy to leave creditors to pursue others while he avoids personal risk.
A Pittsburg woman files for separation in a divorce petition arguing her husband went six weeks without a bath. She contends the lack of cleanliness justifies separation and reflects on their marriage.
Rumors circulate that allies of Lieutenant-General Miles plan his bid for the presidency in 1904 if those friends are genuine they should be preparing another course of action rather than a nomination.
New Jersey annually gains more than 2.1 million dollars from trusts while state government expenses total about 3 million. The note adds that the charters from local institutions help cover two thirds of running costs, implying trusts have some uses despite questions of dependence.
A London interview suggests J Pierpont Morgan might be willing to engage with the steel trust if a favorable opportunity arose. The remarks imply suspicions that he would not remain an innocent old gentleman unable to act if a good opening presented itself.
In a heated city council meeting, members debated the legality of the president’s election. Officers suggested waiting for a court ruling or stepping down, while others urged a recess to avoid an unlawful proceeding.
Governor George K. Nash arrived by train to Wooster on the 10.55 from Columbus and was greeted by Directors Thorne and others at the Pennsylvania depot. He toured the station with a five-director board, thanked staff, and attended a business meeting before an informal Archer House reception. He is set to travel to Youngstown for a Wednesday banquet.
The Wooster post detaches a weekly letter list showing addressees: Gentlemen John Baxter Prof Homer Price. Ladies Miss Anna Karis Mrs FoA McCullough Miss Jo Turner Miss Leah Lucretia Yoder and T L Frattrery P M. The fragment outlines recipients and roles in a departing letter roster.
Smithville reports limited spring progress due to poor weather. Local notes include visits between families in Wellington and Beech Grove, a medical student guest, travel to Chicago and Dayton, a literature department update, and church events including mortgage burning and Easter entertainment. Local marriages, home purchases, a roof fire, and plans for a new auditorium draw community attention.
Negotiations in progress in the Massillon coal district point toward settlement of the engineers strike. About four thousand miners have been idle since the engineers ceased work. They refuse to work while inexperienced men operate the engines, fearing for their lives. State arbitration seems unlikely as a settlement nears. Other mining districts show trouble with workers seeking satisfactory adjustments.
M Garwood a B & QO St Lodi agent died suddenly after dinner while tending flower beds at his home. He was about 40, survived by his wife and two children. The notice notes spring humors and promotes health remedies and garden seeds, with local hardware store promotion woven in.
G Aylesworth Newkirk captain of the Wooster Buffaloes issues a challenge to any trade or lodge nine to play a game against his selected players. The match will be on any weekday except Sunday at a location other than Killbuck or Applecreek. The winner takes all gate receipts and admission is free.
A fragment mentions facial problems and cleanliness as the path to cure, noting Rocky Mountain tests and a vague remedy approach. The text is incomplete and reads like a stray advisory item from a past issue.
Ta yee showcases ready to wear gowns and tailored garments in full suits and separates. The display features flaring drop skirts with Mohair Braid trim or satin piping, silk Eton jackets, spring weight box jackets, silk gingham waistings, Petticoats in colored and black Mohair, sateen fabrics, and a straight front corset in various qualities.
Dr John J. Kinney of Wooster fell about 12 feet through a barn trap door onto a brick floor. He was carried home and treated by Drs. N. P. Hardy and Lincoln Yocum. He endured severe spine trauma and was kept on a couch as examinations awaited clothing removal. Friends hope for no lasting injury. Dr. Hardy attends Dr Binney’s patients.
A family menu question answered with a quick Jell-O dessert suggestion. The ad touts two minute preparation with hot water and no baking, offering flavors Lemon Orange Raspberry and Strawberry at grocers for 10 cents.
Grain and stock prices for April 15 across Chicago Texas and Cleveland markets. Cattle and hogs show wide ranges from good to prime steers at around 4 to 5 per cwt, sheep and lambs trading near 3 to 5 while calves fetch up to 5. Wheat corn oats and rye list at varying futures and cash prices with butter eggs and lard noted in regional markets.
Corrected by CRAIGHEAD & Co. grocers list for Wednesday April 17 1901 with prices for butter eggs ham cheese beans coffee and other staples. Grain prices updated by W. D. Rue Sealer in grains cover wheat corn oats rye barley flour and related commodities.
Richmond P. Hobson, famed for sinking the Merrimac at Santiago, is now a Captain rather than a Lieutenant but won’t draw Captain’s pay of 4500. He receives 33200 with a plan to raise pay by 200 yearly every two years of active service, as noted by the Construction Bureau. He traveled from Alabama to Washington amid wage discussions with a Georgia congressman present.
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