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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1900
Page
2
The text mocks Zion Elders and Mr Towne, noting a cooler spell and a Northern allied power pushing China toward peace, while Ashland baseball may end preparations soon and readers are advised not to rush to fur wear.
Report says Tammany intends to spend 2,000,000 in the forthcoming campaign to uphold trust and influence. Details on sources and mechanisms remain unclear as supporters push for continued dominance in city politics.
Report notes a $100,000 reward offered amid ongoing proceedings as prosecutors seek decisive testimony from key witnesses. Despite press attention, details remain unclear and no charges are confirmed. Authorities urge any information leading to breakthroughs in the case.
The steel magnate LEEDs paid his first wife a divorce settlement of 100000 dollars. The remark notes that at this rate ordinary people struggle to manage costs and live modestly.
The report notes Aguinaldo is anxious about the conflict yet capable of arranging terms when he decides. Strong evidence is presented that the gentleman can be accommodated whenever he is prepared to engage.
A remark notes that the new German commander in chief of the allied forces has an American wife, implying an American influence at the top. The statement underscores a perceived shift in alignment through personal ties.
The rumor states John P. Altgeld could become attorney general if Bryan is elected. Supporters expect trusts to start leaving business once Altgeld's name is voiced.
Jobn D. Rockefeller reportedly has an annual income near 30 million dollars and remains engaged in saving. Observers say his frugal management could sustain him for several years, even with occasional indulgences in small expenditures.
Toledo Jones declares he will run for Congress if a sufficient petition exists and shows strong effort to gather signatures. The petition was prepared by the petitioner, and Jones is energetic in pursuing the bid.
The cold blooded murder of express messenger Charles Lane leads to the arrest and Ferrer confession. Ferrer, a friend, claimed he killed to raise money for marriage and housekeeping. The case draws public sympathy for the fiancée but Ferrer faces trial with suggested insanity or other mitigating circumstances.
The text lists many famous warnings about adopting the gold standard attributed to Bryan speeches. It claims all predictions about economic ruin failed, asserting that those warnings did not come to pass and quoting Lincoln era sentiments about liberty and the Fourth of July.
ProcH ORK TILLMAN seeks a special session to debate the Chinese question. The piece notes suspicion that Tillman hopes to deliver forceful remarks and urges the administration to oppose his plan and act contrary to his wishes.
The piece questions Li Hung Chang stance on peace with the powers amid the Boxer uprising. It asks if he admits China is at war after past protests and hints China may have supported the Boxers. The commentary treats him as a shrewd negotiator whose motives are under global scrutiny.
A Deriderat column rebuts a previous argument in THE REPUB LicaA claiming the silver dollar is not worth a dollar. It asserts the dollar is government backed, faults the editor for a faulty premise, and questions why the Democrat has not answered four year old questions, suggesting political motive.
A letter accuses the Democratic party of disfranchising six hundred thousand Black voters in the Southern states while advocating consent for Filipinos overseas. It argues that party rhetoric about rights contrasts with removal of rights for domestic citizens, urging voters to judge by actions over words.
Young people of Wayne township No 9 gathered at Arthur Snoddy's home on Aug 9 to honor Miss Margaret Phillips who taught at the local school this summer and will depart Monday for Fayette County Pennsylvania. Attendees included Grace Hazel Maude Hazel Anna Campbell Jonnie Campbell Ella Graham Faith Graham Len Schmid Madge Boyles W Elcher H Horst Charley Campbell Ed Ebert Arthur Sholtz and Rudolph Schmed.
An old advertisement promises quick relief for throat and lung troubles from a product named One Mind Cure Cough Cure. It targets mothers and children and credits Rimmers, man & Co as the sellers, featuring classic late period marketing phrasing.
Applecreek Notes reports a calm scene with many teachers at the institute this week. Harry Hoover leaves for Ada for a pharmacy course and George Poorman visits from Cleveland. Quarterly meeting at the M E church last Sunday. Mary Jane signs off with a curious note on rumors and a medical quip.
Last week overflowed with social happenings in our area. Merlie Herman celebrated her 12th birthday with a lively gathering including Jessie Notestein Hattie Rangomer Gail Hawk Zora and Lola Fetzer Florence and Gertrude Whensetler Anna Totten Gail Wiles Pearl Boyd Mark Russell Sadie and Luella Sell. Watermelon and cake featured, with other seasonal treats.
British commissioner in Canton quotes Sir Claude MacDonald reporting dire food shortage in Peking. Over 200 European women and children remain in the legation while allies reportedly press toward Peking. Disputed reports state heavy fighting near Yang Tsun with United States Fourteenth Infantry suffering losses and shelling causing misdirected fire.
In a three word dispatch Washington announces General Chaffee’s army reached Ho-Si-Wu, 33 miles from Peking, after Yang Tsun and Lang Fang engagements. The march covered 18 miles in three days, signaling open communications and a step closer to the walls of the Chinese capital.
Washington reports the U S government replies to China's overtures with a firm stance and warns there can be no general negotiations while ministers and legationers remain restrained. It calls for a relief force to enter Peking unmolested and escort ministers to Tien Tsin as a condition for stopping hostilities.
Despatch from General Linevitch, commander of Russian troops in Pe-Chi-Li, reports the capture of Pietsang and Yang Teun. He estimates 25,000 Chinese at Pietsang and about 20,000 at Yang Tsun. Russian losses: two officers and 116 men.
London reports the Boers have left Machadodorp and occupy Water 7 alander in force. Commandant General Louis Botha is cited in dispatches as leading the move with strong powder and strategic focus.
The excursion under our business manager and the Sunday Carl Berger quartet provided a pleasant evening at Lattasburg last Saturday night with strong demand for ice cream. Postmaster L J Smith replaced the back walk with a stone path. Signor Muscat will offer a music class next Thursday at the Presbyterian church teaching sight-reading. Nellie Barch returned from a lake trip. The Star Telephone Company is adding new phones. Cliff Stauffer left for Emporia to aid his ailing father Dr C DeStauffer. The Ev. congregation re-carpeted their church and Seager presided at the last quarterly meeting. A heavy wind and rain storm damaged fruit trees in the community last Sunday.
The France reunion gathered August 6 at John Bishop's home in Wayad township with about 125 attendees. After a hearty meal left 12 baskets of leftovers, the program featured prayers, welcome by Mrs John Hishop, an address by F M Dennis, history by Mrs Dennis, recitation by Maud McCoy, invitation by Blanche Burgan, a regret letter from Brooklyn, and remarks by Ros Netkirk. The day ended with social mingling and warm farewells to Mr and Mrs Linhop.
Washington reports from General Chaffee dated Chefu detail casualties in action at Yang Tsun. Enlisted men killed include W. E. Metzler of company L and others from Companies I M G K and Ninth Infantry. Heat prostration and wounds are listed for several, with one corporal Roy Bergen and others cited. About 40 percent wounded, some seriously.
Berlin reports the Empress Dowager intends to leave Peking and move the court to another city before allied forces arrive. Lu Hai Houan, the Chinese minister, telegrammed both the Empress Dowager and the Emperor advising them to stay in Peking and wait for international forces.
A Shanghai magazine explosion caused damage but kept foreigners out of the enclosure. In Kentucky, Aug 14, testimony in ex-Secretary Caleb Powers case concludes with five speeches for prosecution and five for defense. The jury toured Frankfort, and the Youtsay case was set to begin. Also, an Omaha train car was robbed at midnight as masked men seized a conductor's watch and about $50.
Chicago reports word from the Grand Army Invitation committee that the Duke d Arcos Spanish minister to the United States with the duchess and legation attaches will reach Chicago August 25 to attend the encampment The date for the first court of honor sitting has been postponed to that date.
Denver August 14 veterans of the Philippine war and friends filled Central Presbyterian church for a reunion. Welcome addresses were delivered by Governor Thomas and Mayor Johnson while speeches were given by General Francis V. Greene and General Irving Hale among other officers.
A lady writes that shaking Allen's Foot-Ease into her gloves and rubbing improves comfort. The tale notes absorption and odor control, claiming it keeps pores dry and aids health, with references to preparations and remedies from Chicago sources.
Wayne Township items recount visits across Mt Eaton and Akron, farm work, and family news including Mrs. Lewis and two Deerfield guests. Community events feature a family wedding anniversary, church sermons, a quartet concert, a large festival at Lodi, and a funeral service for N. S. Hawking. Local politics touch on McKinley and Bryan in the presidential year.
The Aug issue notes the 4th quarterly meeting of this circuit will be held Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 9. Abram Miller is at home. The United States Telephone Co. gains right of way on the Pittsburg road for a new line from Wooster to Ashland. Edwin K. Weltmer and Mary M. Shukels wed Sunday. A bell ringing followed. Henry Alleman to open his cider mill tomorrow and operate Tuesday and Thursday. Edgar Warner and wife of West Salem visited here Saturday.
Summary of late incidents includes a Dakota elevator fire causing 500000 dollars in damage, a fatal lightning strike in Alt Canton Ohio, a New York Steam Heating pipe explosion killing three workers, and a lynching in Corinth Mississippi. Also notes a Graham New Mexico gunfight, a Glens Falls electric plant blaze, Syrians rioting in Cleveland with injuries, and forest reserve fires near Glenwood Springs.
Readable fragments recall a Massachusetts death in 1900 with references to a woman described as pure and tender in life. The obituary notes ten children of Oli, seven named, and mournful lines about loss, care, and the long grief of a widowed family. Funeral details mention Pastor Fvored and a service at a local church.
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