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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1900
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR reads April 25 1900 as a named day in a republic context. The readable fragment mentions a national observance or proclamation with limited specifics. Entities include a date and a republic, but no clear event, place, or organizations are identifiable.
Local reports note a proposed Custaloga naming for the Ft. Wayne and Chicago railroad alignment, with unclear responsibility. Judge S. B. Eason heard alimony proceedings for Mrs. Nancy Barkey. County actions include a Milton township contract payment of 21,896.07 and a small unfinished portion of Presbyterian work. Community contributions exceed 300, aiding Indian relief efforts. pension increases and local business moves appear in Wilkes/Wayne County notes. A church installation at Orrville, new train timing prospects, and broader county decisions fill the page.
Manchester man Woo Hines recounts near death from measles and lung trouble that evolved into consumption, credits Dr Rings w Discovers for Consumption with a complete cure after past doctors failed. He reports hundreds used it and recommends the remedy, noting a free trial bottle offered at Laubach Boyds Drug Store.
A fragmented discussion mocks wireless telegraphy advances while praising Hostetter’s Stomach Letters for digestive health and other remedies. The text advertises Dent’s substitutions, Dean’s Ointment for itching, and local stove and tin work services by Billman in Bowling Green, Spouting, and tin shop details.
A. B. Farrington of Constanta New York says kidney disease caused years of back pain. He reports one bottle of Polley’s Kidney Cure cured him and he recommends it to friends with full satisfaction. Laubach Boyd and Zimmermann & Co promote the remedy.
Funeral held Tuesday morning at the Methodist church with Rev J Frank Smith and the Masons officiating. Floral tributes included Wooster Lodge F and A M. grave services followed Masonic ritual. Pallbearers were L P Obliger J P Van Nest Geo A Fisher John Stevens Jr George P Emrich and C W McClure. Mrs Wesley Cochran, former Wooster resident and Bethany Baptist member, died recently at 10 Willard.
News From the Front reports Generals French and Polo-Carew with a strong Canadian force engaging Boers south of the waterworks. Alderson’s mounted infantry attacked near Leeuw Kop as British artillery shelling followed. Reports note Leeuw Kop evacuated, Boers retreating, and Roberts sending reinforcements to Wepener to envelope Boers northward.
Mrs Wal Brown of Groville visits Wooster brides Senator Fo tomes is down with rheumatism at Belair. Sinclair Clapper hosts a party at the Weddell House. Mrs Parrish served as steward. Mr Parrish is moving to Wooster. Nick Aimsoton leaves for Cincinnati via New York. Murmur of local moves and upcoming events and a tribute to singer Mrs Clara Cotton Cabertson.
The fragment presents a religious meditation where suffering is endured as divine discipline. Lines speak of hammer blows, patience from God, and eventual spiritual ascent. The dated signature shows Creston Ohio April 4 1090 offering a historical verse fragment context.
Wooster will observe Anti Saloon Sunday next Sabbath with representatives from the League filling Wooster pulpits. A Humber of Wooster pulpits will be used and ample provision is expected for all who attend, though the exact number of League men is not specified.
Important legislative amendment requires township boards of education to pay city high school tuition for pupils who pass Boxwell examinations and become Boxwell graduates. Formerly paid by pupils, the burden now falls on the general public, expected to boost country pupil attendance in town and city high schools.
The will of Judge Isaac Johnson, dated September 22, 1893 and self-written, was probated on Monday. It provides debts to be paid, Mrs Johnson to use the estate during her life, and that insurance advances to children count as part of the estate for equal shares upon distribution. The estate is valued at about 15000. John EO West, a son-in-law of Belle Fontaine, named administrator by Probate Judge Adair. Bond set at 2000 with appraisers LB Obliger LD Craig head W Kauke.
Renick Hamilton of West Tiff Ron amid severe illness was reportedly saved by Barkleo salve after doctors said death was certain. The article cites that the alleged Earth’s best cure cost 2 cents and was sold by Laubach.
A compact record notes a sequence of oblique names and events from a historical listing. Readable fragments mention Myrte Frazer and other individuals in a context suggesting a sequence of notices or acknowledgments from an early period.
A garbled OCR style note seems to reference local names and places with unclear context. It mentions a person and possible event but remains unreadable, lacking coherent facts or dates to confirm details.
The document describes an old ordinance granting a coin for Girnvailie protected by ironclad force, detailing penalties for first violation, fines from fifteen to two hundred dollars, and similar penalties. It references a sundry closing, penalties for weapon use, and various cryptic lines about debts, bills, and punishments, with unclear names and places.
A derailment near Chicago Junction injured Conters whose right ear was crushed and who was riding in a caboose car. The two cars separated after the track broke at a curve, causing a standing stall and a collision with a third car. Nearby witnesses reported the wreck shortly before eight o clock. He was taken to Local hospital in critical condition.
Miss Mareia M Hayes became the wife of Mr Harry A Hoffstatt in Washington at the mother's home on Corcoran Street. The ceremony was performed by Ros De Hadcliff a Presbyterian minister in the presence of a few relatives. The bride wore traveling dress and the couple planned a short stay in Philadelphia before heading to New York.
Jagara Falls, N Y April 24. Three dynamiters last Saturday tried to blow a lock on the Welland canal at Thorbold. They spoke freely of whisky and planned while sober but carried out the act carelessly. Canadian authorities know little of motive or identity. Theories point to foreign sympathizers Fenianism or enemies of the Qunndr’s syndicate seeking to hinder canal passage this season.
An old advertisement claims Dr TD BO Cargile endorses Electric Bitters as a universal remedy for Nirus rofula boils eczema and other ailments. It touts blood purification, liver and kidney stimulation, and poison expulsion. Sold by Laubach Boyd and others with claims of guaranteed results.
One year ago residents recall a scare of smallpox as omens and prophecies circulated. A lively spook event at the G Hall featured a lunch and entertainment, while local residents like Nine Mars Graham and Miss View McCormick appear in social updates. Harvey Redett and Frank Dile show gradual recovery from pneumonia and other neighbors report improvements and new piano ownership.
Swarts commences his year as circulation manager of The Net West, noting extensive travels. He estimates walking around the globe three times in the period, aided by more than five subscribers contributing to daily circulation.
The passage touts Scott's Emulsion of Cod liver oil as a palatable way to gain strength and improve complexion, claiming it disguises the unpleasant taste and avoids stomach distress. It notes a price of 100 dollars and credits Scott & Browne, chemists of New York.
A brief an ad style notice promotes Allen’s Foot-Ease powder to relieve swollen hot and nervous feet. It claims to ease burning, sore nails, corns and bunions, with a call to try it today and check shoe stores for price and address.
A Wooster native serving with the 8th Ohio Volunteer Infantry died in Cuba on February 2. He was aboard a vessel headed to the island when the ship sank due to yellow fever. Adopted son Li iaser is mentioned but details of the death remain unclear.
Rev J Wesley Hill delivered Brain and Bravwn lecture to a fair audience at the M church in Wooster with strong attention and praise for his oratory. At Wooster High School he gave an entertaining and instructive talk to pupils Monday afternoon and they enjoyed it greatly.
The A. C. depot at Clinton burned Sunday morning around eight after thieves blew open the depot safe. The blaze destroyed the building and contents, with total losses estimated around $80. A small amount of money was taken.
An old advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a stomach and liver remedy. It claims improved appetite, digestion, and energy, urging readers to buy at Lautan B and Boyds drug store.
An old advertisement extols Danner salve as the greatest healer for cuts wounds fires piles and all skin diseases. It claims guaranteed cures and lists druggists Laubach Sey Zimer Man Cu and others, with additional tonics like Worsts Norway Bime syrup.
Vague OCR notes describe fall incidents where youths say they were approached by a burly man who hurled crude remarks. Citizens attempted to apprehend the suspect as rumors spread about similar attacks in the area.
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for kidney and urinary problems. It claims benefits for back pain, liver and bladder issues, and mentions relief from frequent urination and nighttime trips. Sample offer and free booklet are advertised by mail from Binghamton New York.
Washington reports a sultan ordered rebuilding of American mission property at Kharput and an annex at Roberts College in Istanbul. Officials see it as a friendly gesture that may lead to final indemnity settlement, though the claim is not abandoned and the incident may remain open.
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