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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1897
Page
2
The piece argues Wooster must press for the Ashland & Wooster Railroad to tap West Lebanon coal fields and extend trading reach, while critiquing local politics. It notes McLean as a major Democratic issue, McKinley’s expenses over Dolphin use, and Mayor Jeffries’ strong third-term start amid calls to curb county salaries.
The article criticizes reform by Populists in Manhattan Kansas after dismissing 18 year Kansas State Agricultural College president Prof George T Fairchild and 14 other faculty members with no charges. It notes Wooster and Lisbon library gains, praising independent funding and free access for all.
In Washington, as his term ends, Senator Voorhees laments having no home or garden and insufficient funds. He reveals eighty six years of life with only the money in his pocket, speaking in melancholy tones about his uncertain future and the hardship awaiting him after public service.
In recent discussions Senators Gorman and Allison considered options to ensure Mr. Voorhees could be comfortable for the rest of his life. The dialogue reflects ongoing concerns among public men about his welfare and provisions.
Secretary Kinney blasts Shreve and Clinton Township election judges for writing in Democratic nominees when not on the Australian ballot. Investigations show misinstruction by county supervisors and lack of proper copies of laws. Kinney urges removal, cites prior Wooster case and warns against appointing “good fellows” over competent officials.
A West AsseiliPe area plan outlines a Farmers Co operative Street Railway Company to build a Massillon to Dalton line via West Brookfield and East Greenville. Stock subscriptions from landowners would fund rails and rolling stock with gasoline or other power options, benefiting Dalton merchants and Massillon markets. A test of gasoline motor cars may occur soon with a company representative present. Rev J C Kauffman has accepted a call to Galena Illinois. Homeseekers excursion tickets offered February through May by 0 A & 0.
The Wooster City Council bid farewell to four years of service as terms end. City officers reported on bond cases, assessments, and legal actions, including injunctions and proposed frontage decisions, with Mayor Jeffries sworn in as mayor for the new term.
The newly seated City Council convened as Mayor Jeffries presided. Zimmermann named Eli Zaring as chairman, Smith nominated Edward Snavely for chairman pro tem, both elected by acclamation. Mayor Jeffries announced fires chief and city engineer nominees and prepared to present police candidates.
The council voted unanimously to confirm Lerner. Smith’s resolution to hire a special policeman for the P E t W C depot at ten dollars monthly was adopted with Bell Boegner Smith Snavely Zaring voting yes Callahan Lee Kinney Rhodes and Zimmerman not voting. Mayor Jeffries offered no nomination. Zimmerman’s resolution appointing A H Dice as special merchant policeman during the current council term was adopted with all members yet to vote. The meeting adjourned with no further business.
In Wooster Ohio on April 14 1897 Critchfield Cr eachfield represent Alice Weaver in a suit alleging the city failed to keep streets safe. The case centers on a street post and excessive stone blocking the gutter causing a carriage injury and lifelong health damage. The article argues the city neglected public streets and nuisances while criticizing council and circuit court hopes.
Springville correspondence reports G L Stauffer returning from Cincinnati after a week there and starting for Toledo this Monday. A daughter’s wedding at John Lebo’s last Thursday drew Maple Grove brass bands, with the couple departing for Mansfield this morning. Mrs G W McKee remains ill. Mrs George Felger and daughter visited Columba? last week, with Mrs C W Rittenhouse noted.
Special to Wooster REPUBLICAN reports former U S Senator Daniel W Voorhees Democrat of Indiana died in Washington at 5 am after months of rheumatism of the heart He was born Sept 26 1827 in Butler County Ohio entered Congress in 1861 appointed to the Senate in 1877 and served 20 years Known as The Tall Sycamore of the Wabash he was a capable lawyer and speaker with strong partisan leadership Yet his genial nature earned friends across parties At his Terre Haute home neighbors mourned the loss of a faithful son and a distinguished senator
The mayor thanks Wooster citizens for support and pledges united, honest governance. He stresses enforcing laws, prudent finances, equal rights for all, and pride in Wooster's morality, education, and order while promising cooperation with the council.
The Cleveland Akron and Columbus Railway offers round trip tickets between all stations every Sunday at a rate of one farthing for the round trip. Inquiries can be made through any agent or by writing to GC. F. Daly, General Passenger Agent, Cleveland, Ohio.
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