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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1899
Page
4
Wayne County items report school bid openings for a Schoolhouse No. 8 addition, a pension allowance, and local court actions. Community notices cover road and rail rights, fairs and parades, farm auctions, party reunions, and local visits, with names including Glass, Frick, and McClarran.
The W H Harris Nickel Plate Circus comes to Wooster as a traveling railway show of six 70 foot cars. Priced at 10 cents, it promises an old-time, one ring spectacle with praise from the Heat show on earth and multiple newspapers calling it one of the best exhibitions in years.
An old ad reads that dirt and depravity cause disruption through ostipation. It claims headaches, chest pain, shortness of breath, and nervous issues arise from impure blood. The remedy, Pereubets Guru, promises cure and urges sending $6 for a vial of Dr. Bi V. Plerea Burdock Blood Bitters to treat the alleged illness.
An old advertisement-style notice touts Buckien's Arnica Salve as a universal healer for painful wounds. It claims rapid relief from sores, fever sores, burns, blisters, corns, and skin troubles. Sold by Laubach & Boyd with druggist guarantee and bold claims.
Wayne County Probate Court heard multiple estate matters with September 1 hearings. Administrators and guardians named include Joby Williams, H. Berto, D. M. Irvin, Sarah J. Shaffer, Alto Troutman, George Young, Lewis P. Odilger, H. Babbell, D. B. Good, and Robt. Snyder. Bond amounts and inventories noted. exceptions to inventory for Samuel Smedley case continued to July 31. Approvers listed as M. W. Glasgow, D. R. Firestone, Milton Myers.
An old advertisement touts Dr Krog's New Life Fills as a cure for nervous headaches and fatigue. It promises pure blood, stronger nerves, and better health with a cheap 25 cent dose and a money back guarantee. Sold by Laubach and Boyd druggists, and notes cabinet photos by Deac tly in Pyog ray drops.
Telegram reports the death of a mother at Beabor this morning. The accompanying message states the survivor should return home at once.
Fragmentary article indicates Anolf L Urtgert is noted as beau as his wife dies suddenly. The piece references a possible cause tied to heart disease but lacks clear facts or confirmation. Names and details are incomplete from OCR.
The Sherman Brigade veterans from Bath and Gain Union infantry 6th Ohio Battery and McLaughlin's Cavalry Squadron plan the thirtieth annual reunion in Crestline on August 16 17 and 18. Round trip tickets and return validity extend to August 19.
Two new oil prospecting companies formed. Theurst company of Wooster, Burbays, and Pennsylvania partners plans a drill about a mile east of Burbank with operations expected by August 10. A second county resident company will drill several wells near Overton once arrangements are complete. Both operate on lead natural leases to BL B&B Odenkire.
Martie L Derhammer of Mipina filed suit against the Upto Salt Co for 325000 damages. In January 1809 while employed on a large building at Ritt many the salt company was erecting, he fell from a scaffold about 40 feet. The fall severely injured him, preventing him from continuing his trade. He seeks damages.
From Woostur township, Ueslly Lee Franks reported to Marshal Lot imear that he was forced to diggorge after being shortchanged 310 by a reserved seat ticket man. Franks and Marcusi Latimer confronted the man who admitted nothing, then handed back a sly bill and fled. The offender was discharged on the spot.
A drowning incident near Fort Wayne Indiana claims William Richard who vanished while swimming with youths. He remained behind as others used a boat, then swam the remaining distance and cramps struck, his body recovered 27 minutes later with no life. Ends with an advertisement for Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy.
Mrs Meass Blougo of Milton township died at her Milton residence after a prolonged illness. She was about seventy. Mrs Bf Poray received word of the death of Barbara Ulacrer, aged seventy six, of Pakin Lil. Mrs Clanser was sister to Mrs Pardy and to Daniel and Martin Fonek.
An advert announces a one hundred dollar reward for an incurable case of catarrh and touts various remedies. It lists Dr. F. J. Cheney and the firms BST TRUAX and Wallding as endorsers, plus ads for Cutaneous cures, pills, and tonics. Includes a note about surreys and a location near the Court House in Toledo.
Special jurors drawn in the probate circuit court land appropriation case between the Board of Education and FE M Quinbs include Frank Uring J EF Buttin Congress Otto Troutman Calvin Kerr wroton John Atraues Irvin Smysex Plato William Carse Sol Ward Wooster 3 E Wingardman Emory Barnard lateWogeter W W Miller Green Swipg Cauuan Frank Kissing Hippens Thipyarete report at Spreday August 3
The Wooster Daily Republican announces a major upgrade plan including tearing down the old building and replacing it with a modern newspaper plant. The move aims to accommodate growing circulation and advertising, with a redesigned back section and expanded facilities to publish up-to-date news.
A long list of real estate actions including warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, and administrators deeds across Wooster Orrville West Salem Greene and Canaan townships. Entries reference buyers such as Katharine Hrant Ruth Elgin John J Schrock and families Hoff man Van Doorn and others with parcel sizes from 1 acre to 82 acres and prices ranging from 1 to 2250 dollars. Names repeated include Hoffman Elgin Van Doorn and Rice with towns including Wooster Orrville and Green and Canaan townships in a settlement of transfers and claims.
Governor Candler voices his views on the so called race troubles in Atlanta and the South describing emancipation era upheavals as the root of unrest. He argues only educated white citizens should receive opportunities and urges restraint against meddling by outsiders, while avoiding full blame on emancipation. Chicago brickmakers strike disrupts construction as workers lose jobs and brick supply tightens, forcing carpenters to halt work.
A vivid account of a spring or fall river voyage by boat from Detroit River to Lake St. Clair, describing scenic views, steeples, pleasant companions, and lighthearted stops. The narrator recalls camping, fishing, and engaging jokes as the journey unfolds with clear water and gentle travel.
Mayor Farley and Adjutant General Axline clash over the National Guard role amid unrest. Farley asserts city authority to keep troops, while Axline says the guard only handles riot control. Council talks on reopening debate stir tensions as streetcar workers threaten. A dynamite blast north of the Lake Shore line injures no one.
Readable notes warn Downy mildew threatens pickle vines, with spraying advised starting early August. The article cites past experiments showing sprayed plots outperforming un sprayed ones, and recommends Bordeaux mix applications every 3 to 9 days, about six sprays per acre, to protect vines and maximize yield amid variable rainfall and weed issues. The report also mentions tomato leaf spot in Stark and Wayne counties and emphasizes thorough, timely spraying across all plants.
A testimonial letter praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for restoring Mrs Col Richardson from a grave condition after months of illness and reproductive trouble. The writer credits treatment with revitalizing her health, allowing return to activities and former strength.
Wooster resident Joseph Baker attests to the effectiveness of Doan s Kidney Pills for kidney symptoms and general vitality. He reports relief after a course of treatment and endorses the product as reliable, recommending the Dean s Kidney Pills without substitutions. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents a box. Foster Milburn Co, Buffalo NY, sale agents.
A damaged OCR segment yields partial readable text from a local page. It hints at scattered items, names, places, and dates but lacks a coherent single story or clear events to summarize.
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