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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1900
Page
2
A fragmented excerpt cites Democrats torn between free silver and populist aims. It notes Grover Cleveland's congratulatory letter to Bryan, claims voters rebel eight years ago, and mentions Oregon's strength and Clark's $1,000 campaign pledge. It contrasts American and European views on China with a verdict of presumption.
The article reports tensions around Peking with Ant Hovan threatening to kill legation staff if forces advance. In Newark a debate about shirt wearers emerges, noting an emery object and the term shirt waist men. It also critiques Bryan's dollar policy and government backing, citing The Democrat and Harvey to distinguish political stances.
The progress in the campaign has been limited and mostly organizational. Democratic committee leaders aim to reconcile educational and political aims, with anticipated fundraising and excitement subsiding as efforts continue.
In Reedsburg the unique baby contest used medicine purchases to vote. Fifty cent bottles earned 100 votes, others scaled with price. three contestants remained Helen Ickes Edith Ensminger and Hazel Rutt. Final tally Hazel Rutt led with 6,621 votes, winning by 2,773. prize a Brussels rug. Hazel is Melvin Rutt’s youngest daughter.
A handwritten note asks every family on the road to display a life size picture of the artist Stearn at Apple Creek for $1.95. Local social mentions include visitors, gatherings, and small parties among residents in Oak Grove and Apple Creek, with several names and ages cited.
A July Canton report notes Miss Katy S Barnes died after a burst blood vessel in the heart. Roy Beck led funeral services at the Presbyterian church, with burial at Canaan Bend cemetery. She was 54 years, 3 months, 12 days old. Other notices mention Miss Kittle Mccutcheon visiting relatives, Miss Anna Battley returning from Akron, and local social activities around Wayne County including Chautauqua plans and church events.
Shanghai dispatch reports a new imperial edict ordering viceroys and provincial governors to pursue peace with foreign powers and safeguard territory, with ministers to be held responsible for any failures. It warns against alien incursions near the Yangtze and mentions hostages, missionary activity, and a troubling graft involving American figures in Peking.
Manila reports a two day fiesta organized by Senor Paterno to honor amnesty drew little crowd and little enthusiasm. Attendees and commission members declined banquet attendance over fears speeches would push Independence under American protection. Separate dispatches note U S military losses in the Philippines, a fatal excursion accident in Colorado, a major strike threat in Cincinnati, and troop movements from Manila to Washington.
Judge S B Eason adjourned Wayne County Court of Common Pleas sine die on Tuesday morning. The term began May and the next term is to begin Sept 3. Before adjourning, Judge Eason handed down decisions on several matters under consideration.
Mrs Ada Hosler aged 68 9 months and 21 days widow of Henry Hosler died at 9 pm Saturday at her Plain township home three miles southwest of Wooster after weeks of suffering from enlargement and hardening of the liver. She was a daughter of David Dodd and lifelong resident of Plain township. Funeral set for 1 pm Tuesday at the residence with interment in Wooster cemetery.
Cincinnati July 30. Domestic troubles drive Albert Kipp’s wife to leave, then return to him as a brakeman sought a separation. The brief item notes a domestic dispute prompting discussion of divorce realities in the era.
Local notes recount social visits and guest arrivals including Mrs Hanah Reed and her family from Cleveland and Wooster visitors Mrs Winnie Reed and Grace, with townspeople such as Charley Coulter Gus McGlennen and Charley Gaston mentioned. Events include illness near Braceville, Cleveland jaunts, Medina trips, Akron excursions, and a Norfolk-like round of calls among neighbors and relatives.
A jumble of social notes from Wooster area visitors and hosts. Misses Vesta and Cara Lane, Mr and Mrs Beelman, and many others are mentioned hosting or visiting relatives at homes in Wooster, Canal Fulton, and surrounding towns. Several trips to Lima, Glencoe, and Turkey Foot Lake are noted, plus a lengthy list of local acquaintances and camp plans at Point Breeze. A brief political note quotes Governor Roosevelt as a private citizen in August.
Caracas July 81 details the new government lineup with ministers for interior war foreign affairs and public instruction. Names listed include Ca brera Malo General J lido Jegrdo Blanco Mendazaj and Benhor Otanesz among others. The fragmentary report reflects post upheaval reshuffle letters and titles may be incomplete.
Relief forces to aid General Baden-Powell at Rustenburg face defeats as harsh weather and cold slow operations. Lord Roberts returns to Pretoria. Botha eludes pursuit with thousands of Boers. Heavy fighting near Fouriesburg delays relief efforts. casualties include MacLaren and Highlanders. Kruger reportedly at Watervalander. trek to Europe anticipated if Boers fail. Ten injured at Camp Lincoln after an accidental discharge and powder incident.
Fragmentary Mt Eaton section lists various names and events including visits, family notes, a wheat haul, festival mentions, and a preacher shift. Individuals named include Mr F Paten, Mir and Mrs DA Uf, J. Wampuer, Jacob Hach, Abe Pfeister, Mrs Krider, Ray, Mr Raton Band, Mr Ehico Pirkerton, Flo Canton, Mrs McNair, and others. Also notes a July 22 death of a young woman and plans for a festival at Winesburg and a missionary deployment to India.
Lake Fork July 30 report a quiet week as medicine show left. A Saturday festival drew large crowd with sales totaling about 34 dollars to buy Sunday school song books. William Sample-Hen suffered a head injury wrestling near a broken horse, unconscious for hours but now resting. Alfred Spreng and Clara Tiffle wed quietly last week, with congratulations extended. Isaac Austen and family visited father-in-law Mr Stoufer Thursday.
West Salem notes recount visits by Garkand and Lepions families to North Lawrence and Cleveland racetrack events, local church ice cream socials with music by the Blinda and Carl-Bunger Quartette, and a summer funeral for Mrs. Nash Hamnes. A furniture move signals factory activity. a newborn daughter to F H Saltzman and wife is noted amid union service reports.
General Hunter receives unconditional Boer surrender in Caledon valley after a line of troops forms on the hillside. About 650 Boers surrender with 15 horses, two guns, and wagon columns. Prinsloo and Crowthers are treated courteously. Others flee to nearby towns, with some still at large as the larger Free State forces lie halted. The outcome signals a likely end to major Boer resistance in the area.
The report lists numerous家庭 visits and travel plans of residents, with names such as Miss Leotadminier and Mes Luella Marois visiting kin in Akron and Cleveland, Rev Compton’s sermon schedule, and local craft sales. It notes Miss Feltranmier visiting from Akron, various relatives traveling, and plans for future sales to support individuals, alongside a brief accident involving Mr Smith from a woods drive and a separate incident of a boy Harley Sanborn injured by a trap.
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