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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1901
Page
2
Fragmentary item notes an elderly figure referenced as the oldest inhabitant with a cryptic phrase about a snow storm and lingering winter imagery. The garbled text mentions spring and snow but provides no clear event, date, or names to detail a coherent report.
A 1901 snow storm blanketed the region from Friday into Saturday, with four to seven inches in town and up to 14 inches on the level in some areas. Roads were impassable, rural delivery suspended, and telephone and telegraph lines were down. Trains reached the city on time, while carriers and farmers faced heavy drifts and difficult travel.
A health notice urges readers to not ignore persistent tiredness before exertion describing it as a sign of low vitality. It promotes Hood s Sarsaparilla as a tonic to refresh energy and restore strength, advising sufferers not to delay use.
Joseph M Baker of Burbank by attorney T B Keeler of West Salem files for divorce from Letta S Baker claiming they wed November 1 1407 at Burbank and no children exist He alleges Mrs Baker eloped around April 16 with DM Carter and left home without cause He says they now live together as husband and wife and seeks appropriate relief
A warning circulates about a bogus “free home for 820” scheme tied to an Oxlehoma industry. Some victims have already fallen for it while others advise contacting the Interior Department. The only government oversight now rests with honest laws in the Indian Territory, with further openings expected before summer’s end.
Fragmentary OCR mentions a player with leg, coach names, a two year tenure, and various sports terms. Details are garbled but imply a sports figure and team history. No clear events, dates, or outcomes are discernible from the readable portions.
Promotes a 75 cent bottle claiming 60 percent of Americans suffer from Dyas tepsat and Liver Complaint with symptoms like sour stomach, headache, constipation, heart palpitations, heartburn, and a bad taste. Encourages readers to buy at druggists and two doses to “Try It.”
Geo L Heard of High Tower Georgia reports eczema on his baby covering the body. Under family physician care the child could not sleep due to burping and itching. A box of Kanner Salve was used and, after the salve was finished, the child was well. The doctor said the salve was helping more than anything previously done. Laubach Boyd and Zimmer man Co advertise diphtheria sore throat croup remedies in the same note.
Aguinaldo declares that peace is essential for the Philippines and that most Filipinos favor U S sovereignty. He calls for ending hostilities and aligning with the United States, signaling pacification and acceptance of U S sovereignty. General MacArthur orders the release of 1000 insurgent prisoners upon allegiance.
Dispatches from Washington state report a broad raise in postoffice clerk salaries across Ohio. Norwalk shows multiple boosts from 400 to 500 and 500 to 600. Mt Vernon lists raises from 800 to 300, and 600 to 8700. Several other cities including Mansfield, Wooster, Ashland, Coshocton, and Delaware record various pay hikes, with many clerks moving to higher annual figures.
Quick relief from rheumatic pain is claimed for Chamberlain's Pain Balm. A Troy Olga resident, Don Stinks, reported severe arm and shoulder rheumatism improved after using the balm on recommendation from Gen F Pursony Co druggists. He praised its effectiveness and suggested sharing the remedy with friends.
Fragmented OCR excerpt promotes several 19th century remedies. Claims include De Witts Witch Hazel salve for burns and skin injuries, Foley's Hone and Tar for coughs, Kodol Dyspepsia Cure for indigestion, and Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup for coughs and colds. Multiple vendor names and testimonials appear with promotional language.
Citizens of West Lebanon protest an Astic entertainment held Monday night calling it a prize fight more than boxing and vow to prevent recurrence. They say the event showed unsanctioned combat and cite broader intolerance in nearby towns.
The Sovereign Grand Lodge Canton Wright No 77 Patriarchs Militant decided at Thursday evening’s meeting to enter the prize contest during the encampment at Indianapolis next September. Prizes offered are 1000 for first 800 for second 300 for third and 100 for fourth. Capt Alcook plans to start drilling immediately to win first prize.
Waiting Mr. S. H. Miller of Doylestown says Akron Democrat reports The Webster Camp Lane Co has not decided to locate on the new East Akron allotment and the matter is still under consideration The Seiberling Miller plant rebuilding funds are raised but no action will be taken until Erie confirms tile shipments and favorable decision prompts work to start.
Mrs. Sarah McFadden of Bloomington died Thursday night April 18 in her 82nd year after years of affliction. Born in Jefferson county Ohio, she moved with her parents to Wayne county as a child and joined the English Lutheran church in Canaan township. She married Albert McFadden 57 years ago and is survived by three daughters. Funeral services will be held Sabbath at 3 p.m. at the house with interment in Wooster cemetery.
The post office department warns postmasters nationwide to guard government funds and stamp supplies. During business hours money and stamps must be kept inaccessible and concealed from view. If no national bank exists, funds may be placed in a private receptacle under personal risk and expense.
The fragment cites Marion Rooke praising chamberties Cough Remedy and One Minute Cough Cure, with testimonials from Mr. Houseman and Mrs. Cordier. Ely’s Dream Balm is promoted as a nasal cleanser, and Zimmerman & Co. advertise local remedies and sales. A three year old with croup allegedly recovered after Foley's Honey and Tar.
The May term jurors examined twelve cases. six yielded true bills and six were ignored. Indictments include Oscar Miles for grand larceny at the Pennsylvania Lines ticket office in Wooster and Alfred J. Thomas for perjury linked to the Snell Mowery case. Bond set at $600. Thomas in jail until posted. Additional cases include Conrad Hostetter charged with larceny, authorities noting jail conditions and a county-wide reflection on trust in local figures. The court also disposed of Miller vs Stair, returning the land deed to the plaintiff.
The Fordville Ky Miscellaneous notes praise Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as a cure for piles and for injuries or bodily gouptions with claims of thousands of past cures. It also mentions DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as a cleanser and references local merchants Laubach & Boyd and Zimmerman & Co. as sellers.
Wayne County records list numerous transfers including Kerr to Gensemer for a Creston lot, Kaufman to Musser and Blough in Milton township, Roebuck to Shammo in Sugarcreek, and Airhart to Harvey Porter in Shreve over 3300. Executors deeds show Rice to Punk and Schmuck to Schaffter, with substantial land transfers across Chester and Franklin townships. Administrators and quitclaim deeds finalize the list with several 40 to 86 acre parcels and prices from $1,000s to $6,000.
A poem describes a child's playful journey on evening trains toward dreamland. The motherly piano car, the engineer, and the plea for safe passage blend religious reverence with fantasy as the traveler seeks a gentle conductor on the way to rest. The verse invokes care for passengers and a blessing for the engineer who guides the ride.
A Warrington, England resident, Mr William Savory, praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the best in the world for bronchitis. He says it saved his wife who suffered six years and was bedridden for long periods. Sold by Laubach & Boyd.
Dr A Boschee offers German Syrup praised as a cure for coughs colds and lung troubles. Marketed as a non experimental medicine with years of use and high sales totaling two million bottles annually. Introduced in the United States and now sold widely in towns and villages worldwide. Three doses claimed to relieve an ordinary cough. Price seven cents.
Advertisement style note claiming backaches stem from kidney disorder. Mentions Foley's Kidney Cure as a remedy to repair kidneys. Ends with product pitches including Witch Hazel Salve and Attar usage, in a dated, promotional tone. The fragmentary text references retailers Sub stitute Laubach & Boyd Zimmer man & Co and various unspecific claims.
At Mansfield on April 18 the 17th annual Wooster presbytery home missions convention named officers for both the main and foreign branches. Elections included presidents, secretaries, treasurers, and division heads for Ashland Mansfield Orrville and Shreve, with next convention set for Wooster. Dr S F Scobel of Mansfield delivered the address Enthusiasm for Home Missions, praising patriotism, mission work, and church life amid national challenges.
An advertisement page highlights Dr King s New Life Pills claimed to cure constipation sick headache dizziness jaundice malaria fever and ague and liver and stomach troubles. It promotes Odd Dyspepsia Cure as a digestion solution from Zimmerman Co and references Foley s Kidney Cure DeWitt s Little Early Risers and a Nickel Plate Road booklet with expositions and Pan American events.
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