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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1900
Page
3
The community is shocked by the sudden passing of Judge Isaac Johnson a respected lawyer and jurist known for his fair interpretation of laws and public spirited citizenship. He was admired in his home and by many in his professional and civic circles for his exemplary character.
A reader’s letter accuses Mrs Laura M Prantz of Vermont of plotting to place herself as Vice President on the Dewey ticket, claiming the scheme would trigger a new era of women’s rights and spark a political upheaval. The author derides the plan as likely a Dewey con job, likening it to historic conspiracies, and mocks remarks about political folly and reform.
A quirky note suggests TeWEY trims the bold creaminess and opts for a milder, vintage inspired approach. The text hints at stepping back from vivid flavors to a subtler preference, favoring familiar tones over bold novelty.
A brief squib praises the humorist Dewey for a rug related joke about a president candidate. It calls the piece the funniest thing of the last decade and highlights its enduring wit.
The article notes how gentlemen soon shift topics to other matters while lingering near soda fountains, signaling social habits and conversational trends in public spaces.
Wasshe County candidates view the Dewey movement with suspicion fearing hidden risks and unknown outcomes as the campaign continues amid uncertainty and debate.
The Populists will stage their convention in a tent this year, signaling a frugal gathering with several signs of a modest, 10-cent circus atmosphere.
Three weeks before the primaries a decisive trend is seen toward making campaigns more economical for candidates. The period fosters tighter spending and adjusted strategies as candidates prepare for the electoral phase.
Rhodes leaves England to oversee affairs in Africa, signaling a period where the world will proceed without his direct guidance aboard the vessel.
A fragment notes that if Coxey had endorsed Dewey it would have been better for the Admiral if he had warned Coxey to stay off the grass. The text is partial and unclear about names and context.
A venting remark notes the Goebelites have exhausted their targets and now threaten self-critique, implying internal repudiation after spreading antagonism. The line frames a harsh, satirical view of faction infighting and self-reproach.
A Cleveland eulogy hints Grover may seek influence later. Toledo sought a million or nothing but backs down and agrees to silence, an unfortunate bluff called.
The district, nominally thousands of Democrats, suggests Colonel Gillette cannot expect more than a few hundred victory. If some congressional candidates do not hustle, only a few may escape reliance on friends to reach a broader base.
Congress weighs repeal of duties on checks receipts telegrams and express shipments as protesters and carriers push for relief from wartime taxes. Lawmakers face a divided House with public sentiment urging quicker action on revenue measures.
Alexander Laughlin, last surviving partner of McDonald & Laughlin, died in Wooster at 2am Sunday after a paralytic seizure. Born in Beaver Falls, Pa, he moved to Wooster in 1842, built a successful foundry with Angus McDonald, and provided employment for hundreds. The firm’s collapse during the Civil War era left Laughlin to lose nearly all, yet he remained frugal and financially prudent, buying a home with the savings he kept. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Methodist church with Wooster Masonic Lodge aiding.
The Starke Wayne Bi County Teachers Association outlines a two day program at Assembly Hall with prominent educators. Friday features opening remarks, address topics, and a reception for visiting teachers. Saturday covers grade discussions, literature, kindergarten and high school sessions, and a spter method lecture with notes on reduced hotel and rail rates.
Johnny Clark and Harry Reiman, missing since Friday, arrived back in their city Sunday afternoon. They stopped at a Clark relative’s home after traveling as far as Rowsburg. They claim no Indians or gold were seen, only the plan to arrange a home, and report having plenty to eat.
The congregation of the Reformed church unveiled and mounted a new bell presented by Mrs. Susanna Fisher. It was hung by Dell Feightners and Kratz Miller and rung around 11 o clock to test its tone matching the courthouse bell at pitch G. A crowd of citizens and church members assisted in lifting the bell into the tower.
Albert Kroger, young son of John Kroger of Smithville, was fatally injured near the Orrville depot while holding horses for his uncle Hartzler at a stock yard. A passing train frightened the animals, the horse trampling him as the wagon ran over him. He died later at Mansion House in critical condition with poor recovery chances.
In Mt Eaton mentions Faron family at stores reopening April 12. Flora Chatelain visited Mr Hope. Jacob Staufer to lead an addition to his barn this summer. Several local scholars attended the Be xwell examination in Wooster. Mrs Bardine died aged about ten years, widow with three sons living west of here. Births and other small items note community life and health concerns.
A local relief collection lists numerous donors and organizations including Elizabeth Thurman, Charles Bixver LL, Rev 0 Krank Smith, Mrs Samuel, and the Millersburg Orrville and Wooster Telephone Co. Service. Additional contributions come from Reformed Church east of Lat-10h, Gravatt & Ca Luther Circle, English Lutheran Church, and Or Joseph Gault and wife.
Among those who will be announced as candidates for Congress subject to the decision of the Democratic primary election May 2, are Judge John McClarran, Hog. L. Pohliger, and Col A. Wiley.
A letter from Wes ter reports Mrs WR Newell Meltrent Woodworth sick with pneumonia in Chicago. Two physicians gave up hope, but she had nearly recovered from a previous pneumonia until a warm day outing led to a relapse.
Funeral services for Mrs Bertha Rowe Portmann were held Sunday afternoon at her father Henry A Rowe’s residence. Rev E Chesne of the Baptist church conducted the rites. Attendants from out of town included Willis B Rowe and wife Frank Rowe and wife Mrs Will ton of Cleveland and other Portmann relatives from Massillon Canton Navarre and Canton area. Master Frank Portmann Miss A Fleur Baumgardner Solomon B Portmann were among the mourners.
Rev S B Nelkirk and Rev Smith lead Wooster Lodge No 42 Oddfellows and Daughters of Rebekah in a Sunday April 22 1900 memorial service at the church. The event marked the lodge’s first joint service conducted by two minister members, highlighting fraternity value and community care.
A reader disputes claims of wireless telegraphy as the era’s greatest breakthrough while endorsing Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters for digestion malaria and constipation. The ad warns to buy the genuine article with a Revenue Stamp and avoid substitutes. Also notes Gem Photo Gallery leaving Worcester May 1 with photos at low prices and local spouting and tin work by Billman the stove and tin man.
The Pennsylvania System operates a Jersey City and New York bureau of furnished attendants for trans-Atlantic travelers. Established twenty years ago, the service helps meeting passengers, arranging tickets, and transferring baggage for trips abroad. The agents coordinate with steamship lines and provide guidance to travelers at Jersey City and New York docks.
The Wooster Brush Works proprietors Foss & Schwartz presented William Unger a gold watch in a surprise ceremony attended by 30 employees. Foss stated Unger, a 23 year Wooster resident, had shown valued service and good will, and the inscription reads Presented to William Unger by Wooster Brush Works and employees, April 21, 100.
The first annual Institute of the Wooster Primary and Intermediate Teachers Union met in Zion Lutheran Church for an afternoon and evening program. Mrs Crouse and Miss Warner delivered lectures on child study and teaching, emphasizing the child’s importance, faith, and the need for trained teachers. The event featured Scripture lessons, discussions, and a closing focus on the Gentile Servant healing narrative.
Manila April 23. Last week marked one of the war’s bloodiest periods around Manila with official reports showing 378 Filipinos killed, 12 officers and 244 men captured, and many wounded. American losses included nine killed and 16 wounded. Reports describe renewed activity by General Pilar’s band and a three hour night attack near San Miguel Pilarta, plus 100 escaped Spanish prisoners arriving in Manila from Tayabas.
A Kentucky dispatch reports Governor Beckham doubts an indictment against Governor Taylor will be issued until after the gubernatorial contest case is decided by the supreme court in Washington. Governor Taylor has publicly stated he is not a fugitive and would face the law, while the grand jury seeks the Goebel assassination link and indicts Taylor as an accessory.
Washington April 21 protracted house debate ends with armor price cap changes for battleships Maine Ohio and Missouri. The measure may empower contracting without cost limit or be ineffective without senate action.
Topeka April 22 William J Bryan will be in Wichita next week to use his good offices to settle differences between Populists and Democrats in the Sixth and Seventh districts where fusion is split over rival congressional nominees. Fusion politicians fret over the standoff and its possible outcomes.
Benjamin Northrup, a well known New York newspaper figure and former managing editor of The Mail and Express, died of meningitis after several weeks of illness. Born in Cleveland in June 1856, his father built the Northrup block there and his mother helped found St. Luke's hospital.
The Dwight cotton mills of Alabama City Alabama forwarded 17 carloads of cotton cloth the largest single foreign shipment from the south. The goods were sent to destinations within the Chinese empire.
Situation improving at Meridian Mississippi as passenger service on the Alabama Great Southern resumes after washouts. The Mobile and Ohio train waterbound at Quitman for five days arrives at Meridian at noon after an eighteen hour delay for about 20 miles. Full service on Mobile and Ohio, Alabama and Vicksburg and New Orleans and Northeastern cannot resume for ten days.
Adelbert Wol eeth Bogdamansky and Anton Rody alias Anton Koschinowsky, recent arrivals on the Palatia, will be sent home on the Palatia’s next voyage. They confess involvement in a bold burglary in Lemberg Galicia.
The British steamer Ee Garnet Wolseley arrived at Halifax port carrying cargo from Philadelphia and Cork. Reports indicate the vessel was towed into port after experiencing issues at sea, with crew and officers reportedly safe. Further details on cause and ownership are awaited from maritime authorities.
Reports from Frankfort claim Governor Taylor plans to join his family in Louisville as wire communications continue. Indictments and warrants are discussed, with court records and bail conditions noted, while Tennessee Republicans reveal dual tickets and delegates aligned for McKinley at Philadelphia.
New Orleans reports a flood since early week causing an estimated 3 million dollars in losses across central and southern Mississippi excluding railroad damages. Communications with affected areas are cut, delaying a full total, with Louisiana also sustaining heavy impact from unprecedented rains and commercial disruption. Houston hosts the Transmississippi Commercial Congress with plans for a permanent organization, backing the St. Louis exposition, and urging swift action on the Nicaraguan canal bill.
April 21 in Dublin: Queen and princesses toured the zoological garden then visited St Mary of Lore convent where she received a bouquet shaped like an Irish harp. The royal party returned to the regal lodge amid much public enthusiasm.
Telegraphers report no appreciable change in the Southern railway strike situation with confidence and encouragement reaching strikers' headquarters from multiple directions. Conditions appear normal at the railway, while reports on a separate grim incident emerge from Napoleon Ohio. Mrs Rothmer, 40, is said to have disemboweled herself in a tragic event.
London dispatches describe ongoing fighting and shifting positions as General Sir Henry Rundle contends with Boer forces near Bloemfontein and related clashes around Bushmanskop and De Wet. Reports note variable intelligence about Boer strength, with 30 000 cited by some sources and 80 000 in allied estimates, while Brabants relief force and Dalgetys position feature in daily telegraph updates.
Australian dispatches report John Boyd first to take ground at Wace Victoria placer discovery. He unearthed a five pound nugget from two feet depth in April. Local reports place the find near Victoria B C with interest rising in further prospecting.
Constantinople replies to American demands stating Turkey will compensate American missionaries under the same terms as other foreign subjects. The report notes dual rulings in progress and mentions related diplomatic issues.
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