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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1900
Page
1
The Republican State convention in Milwaukee advances a plank to abolish caucuses and conventions for state and federal offices. It would require all party candidates to be nominated by a single all ballot primary on the same day by a three name vote, aiming to curb fraud and reduce money influence.
The piece references China and its stance on Mansfield annexation rumors and the coming clash with the United States. It mentions Dom Paul, Li Hung Chang, and John Hay in a tone of political alarm. It also critiques Tom Reap and the Republican Party, suggesting internal divisions and overconfidence amid rising international pressure.
ALEX. A. Dow leaves for Europe for a year leaving Zion to carry on alone. The timing of the move is tied to Hung Chang making substantiated remarks, prompting reaction as details unfold.
The fragmentary text references Uncle Sam, the Sultan of Turkey, and possible actions against foreign powers. It mentions Filipinos, census guesses, money as root of evil, ministers in Peking, Boers capturing a British garrison, Senator Clark giving 100,000 to a campaign fund, and a hypothetical 820,000 from Senator Flanna. The tone resembling a satirical or opinion column with scattered political allusions.
General Grant once said Li Hung Chang was a great statesman. The piece notes candor about the word was inferences on elections and the willingness of leading candidates to run. It calls Wooster to support the new board of trade and suggests Bryan agreed to run after the convention.
Whiskers Peffer announces he will stump for the Republican party this fall, arguing that joining the populists equals stepping away from politics. He frames the move as a clear path to strengthening party unity and electoral effort.
The report notes China seeks settlement without punishment after alleged murders and depravities. Also mentioned is Colorado governor moving his office outdoors during hot weather, with a Kentucky comparison about potential political weather.
Large meeting at Myers office filled Opera House as W J Mullins, Captain Taylor and others debated Wooster enterprise aims. County Treasurer A W Blackburn chaired. Constitution names Board of Trade of Wooster Ohio to promote manufacturing mercantile interests and oppose harming legislation. Executive committee to run yearly. 14 committees to handle public improvements rail transport new enterprises finance real estate and more. Signature drive proceeds with 50 signers. a minister praises Chamberlain’s remedy and local druggists promote it.
Albert Sorg formerly of Wooster and Massillon reports losing $210 from behind a dresser after returning to his West Tremont Street home Monday night. He had just sold his carriage repair shop and notified police after finding the back door open.
Correspondent Tay reports Aug 8 in Smithville that attendance last night was good with a 50 to 100 percent rise from last year. A pleasant breeze cooled the grove, the Ram's Horn speaker impressed many with sharper epigrams and humorous illustrations about people showing their marks in speech.
A frightened man at the Pennsylvania depot rejected a round trip ticket to Shreve after claiming it bore a death omen. Agent Will Gerlach swapped it for a single trip ticket with a higher number, while the traveler, sweating and fearing misfortune, believed he had avoided an accident.
Mrs. Elder died in Aurora hospital after severe burns from carrying an oil stove that sparked. Initial reports claimed gasoline. doctor notes clothes burned off and death after hours of agony. Dr. Elder traveled to Aurora. the incident sparked sympathy from the Wooster community.
Republicans of Wooster township plan a meeting at the township house on August 14 between two and four pm to elect five delegates and five alternates by ballot to represent Wooster at the County Convention held at Authority Hall on August 24 by order of the committee Ths. K. Youp. Assure no risk with Hamperlain's Colic Diarrhea Remedy as a dependable bowel remedy with refund if unsatisfied. Public notices promote Foley's Kidney Cure for kidney and bladder issues and urge early treatment.
An advertisement page promotes Bodchee's German Syrup for chest and lung ailments with a free sample offer. It also touts Kool Dyspensitary remedies for dyspepsia and stomach issues, kidney health claims, and general tonics, asserting dramatic cures and widespread use across civilized regions.
Wayne County correspondence reports attendance rising from 300 to about 500 at the annual gathering. J. W. Bricker presided. Rev. J. G. Baldwin and Rev. S. F. Neikirk delivered remarks. a varied program followed with music, readings, and an address. Resolutions honored Chas. E Slutz and reflected on the association’s future.
A fragment warns that a woman’s health suffers without temperance and self-care. It touts purging, kidney and stomach cleansing, and claims Hitters will strengthen nerves, skin, and complexion, urging use at Laubach and Boyd’s drugstore.
Friday a man named Warner from near Overton badly injured a foot splitting weedles. Doctors Warner and Hunter dressed the wound and a two foot cut was noted. Volcanic eruptions are mentioned in advertising for Bucklen's Arnica Salve which claims to cure boils ulcers cuts and burns. sold by Lautach and Boy druggists for two cents a box with a guarantee.
Former resident Charles Horm of Wooster and Myrtle Dyer of Janesville wed Sunday night in Malvern village. Rev Green of the Presbyterian Church performed the ceremony at the Dickey residence. The couple left for Cleveland to begin married life. Horm is brother of Mrs R A Biechele of South Cleveland Avenue. Dyer was well known here, having formerly resided in the city.
A garbled notice warns readers about dangerous mineral pills and cautions against using calomel or alg pills. It mentions Dr King’s Life Pehich as a magnetically effective remedy and claims relief for headache and constipation. Available at Laulach and Boyd's drug store.
Late Wednesday night Marshal Latimer and officers arrested three men after a boxcar theft near the city. A coat and pants were recovered hidden in railroad tires, with suspects taken into custody near Immediate Square.
The funeral will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday for a 75 year old former drummer and major of a local regiment who served in the war of rebellion. He was loved by comrades and many townspeople will attend the service.
William B. Potter, released from prison, rode a cab from Wooster to the Clum bus depot after leaving the institution in the afternoon. He wore a new suit, carried papers and money, and stated a deposit. Potter had been sent from Indian to steal money from the post office where he worked. He was released May 16, 34008 and had been employed in a restaurant while at the prison.
Wooster to host Ohio State on October S in the first game of the year as Griesmer returns as a former student to coach and quarterback duties. Management seeks funds and early arrivals for practice, with Washington, Jefferson games canceled to open the season.
A fragmented reminiscence praises Dr Kings New Discovery for lung and stomach ailments, listing personal recovery stories and urging readers to buy pills at local drug stores. Advertisements tout Pepsin Syrup and DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as cures, with testimonials from Isabell Wheeler and Mrs Batton.
Warranted arrest and a $5,000 damages petition unfold from a dispute on East Liberty and East South streets. Alfred J. Thomas filed in Wayne County Court of Common Pleas alleging Ambrose M. Fombelle assaulted and mistreated him and his wife, with additional claims of threats and insults tied to tenant complaints.
Thos F Galehouse of Doylestown reported a robbery of 105 dollars from his room guard. The haul included 65 dollars in dimes and the rest in half dollars and gold. E M Vernello, son in law to Galehouse, was arrested in Akron, confessed, saying he mailed 365 dimes to Ed Wright in Cleveland. The money was recovered, Vernello released, and he fled. Vernello is a sleight of hand performer who had recently entered the mail order business.
An adventurer who endured forty years of captivity among Central Africa cannibals plans to publish a book. The piece notes relief at release and endorses Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a remedy for dyspepsia and related ailments, urging skeptics to seek the genuine product with its Private Revenue Stamp.
A druggist advertises a remedy claiming instant itching relief and cure of bleeding or protruding piles. It promises refunds if PAZO ointment fails, with six days for ordinary cases and 16 days for severe ones. Sold for $1.00 with a no pay offer, in Wooster towns.
Prof Houton cites extensive travels and patient reports praising Green August Flower for dyspepsia indigestion and constipation while warning against overuse. The text laments digestive ills tied to modern life and references Burdock El and other tonics as supportive yet inconclusive.
Ernest H. Harry, longtime Wooster printer and Wayne County Democrat employee, died of cancer in Medina after four years of illness. Survived by his mother and two sons Clifford and Glen, his body was returned to Wooster for burial in the local cemetery. Pallbearers included E. J. Sttved, Richard Burke, James Penick, Emdoud Frailey, J. A. Marchand, and George Kettler.
Postmaster General Smith issues August 1 1900 rule changing rates within rural delivery. One cent stamps no longer apply to rural routes, two cent stamps required for first class letters except postal cards, while rural carriers will cancel stamps with indelible pencils and report to the postmaster. This aims to ease registering and delivery, seen as a significant convenience.
The fourth Hoff family reunion gathered at avid Hoff’s home on Thursday with old lines, travel tales, and a long roll call. David Hoff, oldest living, celebrated a disciplined life and religious faith, fathering one child and grandfather to several. Grandson John Irvin hosted at one of the county’s finest homes, where attendees shared a bounteous dinner and heard a program before reorganizing roles. Next reunion slated for August 1901 at Samuel Kilworth’s home. out-of-town attendees included Hoff relatives from South and Midwest states.
Tom Taylor, a well known farmer and horseman, cut his right hand badly today when a bottle broke while he was giving a horse a medicine. Drs Geo W yell and Harry J Stoll dressed the wound.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss state school policy and temperance education, mentioning Bone brake and Harbaugh law. References to circulars and teacher institutes suggest conflict over required scientific training and public school instruction under state mandates. Names and specifics are unclear due to damaged text.
A damaged OCR fragment describes a train encountering trouble on a Saturday morning near Snare farm four miles down. It mentions iron mass, an engine event, and county officials being notified. The legible text is sparse and lacks clear persons, places, or outcomes.
A fragmentary report notes Verdno, once a circuit judge from Wooster, influencing a nomination motion amid a contentious convention. Gates was acclaimed by Hon. A. Voorhees of Ladrasfor, with involvement by Thscardw and others in the scene.
Columbus dispatch reports North Canton official Polli questioned over the 1918 murder of a Black man in Weyhe county area. Davey case details unclear. parole claim disputed as Wayne County origin noted by Stark County observer.
Ke Thorne directs farmers on controlling Hessian fly damage in 1900 Ohio wheat by delaying sowing, prepping soil, and liberal fertilization. Experiments show late seeding improves yields. suggest regional coordination and field trials with strips to test early vs late sowing effects and fly attraction.
An unclear spray of phrases refers to opinions from Mr hanitor about Kidney ie ster papers and a trois year span from Gatetta. The text mentions interviews and public reaction, but specifics are garbled and many names and places are unreadable.
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