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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1894
Page
2
A damaged scan shows partial publication details for a Wooster Ohio paper. It lists issues weekly and quarterly cadence, pricing in advance, and postal handling notes with illegible lines and scattered names.
On Wednesday August 22 1894 a public notice lists state officials including Secretary of State Samuel M Taylor of Champaign Supreme Judge John A Shauok of Montgomery State School Commissioner Oscar J Corbson of Guernsey and Board of Public Works Charles E Groge of Pickaway with local appointments Shent W W Garver of Chester Township Prosecuting Attorney Ross W Finch of Wooster County Commissioner E J Pocock of Congress Township Infirmary Director Perry Cotterman of Wooster Township Coroner A E Stepfeld of Chippewa Township
The fth Judicial Circuit of Ohio plans a convention in Memorial Hall Zanesville on Wednesday Sept 5 1494 at 1 30 p m to nominate a candidate for Circuit Edge. Counties in the circuit receive representation in paid convention hiand based on votes cast for Governor 1893. Delegates allocated to Ph Delaware 7 Licking 10 Muskingum 18 Tuscarawas 6 Fairfield 6 Wayne 8 Perry 5. Also remarks on tariff policy criticizing Grover Cleveland and Free Trader Frank Hurd and party managers.
The text criticizes Grover Cleveland for delaying tariff decision by retreating to Buzzard's Bay and stalling between Senate and House. It argues the sugar and whisky trusts profit from the wait while other interests suffer, noting a simple yes or no would require little time.
The Coshocton Democratic Standard is accused of being misled by a slick Republican in Wayne County over the Rosen business letter. The Wayne County Democrat notes the Standard must prove its claims after it launched broad slander to shield its own alleged wrongdoings.
The Coshocton Democrat history notes ridicule of the Rosen incident and criticizes the paper’s stance on Richards. It mentions the publication as a party organ, compares it with Wayne County Democrat, and questions fealty to democracy in the current campaign. The tone suggests ongoing partisan contention.
The piece discusses Wilson of Washington and West Virginia seeking to read the President's letter before a House vote on the Senate tariff bill. It accuses the Coshocton Democrat of slander and notes Democrats’ anger at party insiders manipulating a Congressional candidate.
The excerpt questions a Democrat’s endorsement of a nominee, noting the candidate must answer for the misdeeds of associates. It argues supporters should value truthfulness in speech and manliness of conduct, cautioning against blind backing of Richards due to flawed allies.
Editorial briefs question Cabinet changes and the fate of the tariff act. They debate Carlisle’s plan, Wilson’s role, and how the bill will affect sugar prices, wool, and treasury finances amid continued free trade agitation and political maneuvering.��
A major blaze in Cincinnati on August 22 destroyed the Big Four freight depot and adjoining structures causing an estimated loss of 301000 to 500000. The depot bordered Third Street Wood Street and Central Avenue. cars on nearby lines were damaged. Firefighters Captain Remus Lieutenant Cavanaugh and Fireman Brofft were injured by falling timber. A bonded warehouse adjacent to the depot burned with valuable contents. Two African American men were arrested on suspicion of arson. Cause attributed to an exploded gasoline stove and sparks from engines on nearby cars.
The river and harbor bill totaling 11,478,140 has become law without President Cleveland's signature as the 10 day window expired Saturday. A Hawaii resolution was adopted by the House Foreign Affairs Committee and will be presented for adoption soon.
Hawitton Ont August 18 A local wool dealing firm reports warehouses holding more than 1,000,000 pounds of wool ready for shipment to the United States once the new tariff bill becomes law. Both this year and last year’s Canadian wool clips are largely stored in the country warehouses.
Wasutxoton Aug 21 The house session lasted less than an hour with a few minor bills passed unanimously. Managers decide no further legislation except by unanimous consent, and the regimeogramme from now until the tournament will focus on such minor bills as no objection.
Representative Joseph G. Canton of Illinois, senior Republican on the House appropriations committee, prepared a statement for the House. It compares pension appropriations between the present and the Fifty-first Congress, captioned pension appropriations reduced 29,099,604 dollars while total appropriations increased.
Secretary Hoke Smith and Commissioner Lochren respond to the mandamus petition seeking to restore Judge Charles D. Long of Michigan to a $72.8 monthly pension. Smith says he is not a proper party and disputes jurisdiction. Lochren contends Long is not entirely disabled.
Local reports indicate H. B. Camp staked off Eddy Clayfeld for a large tile works with plans for 14 to 16 kilns and other facilities in proposan. A Pleasant Home letter posted Monday arrived Tuesday night. Wheat and clover seed rise in Wooster market as Ashland defeats Wooster 9 to 3 at the fairgrounds.
A fire at 4:20 near the corner of Bealie Ave and Bowman Sts caused by hot coals dropped into an ash pit in a cellar at Dr H N Mrteer s East Bowman street residence. Flames melted a lead gas pipe from meter to main but were contained with minor damage. Wnef alarm activated and extinguished with chemical extinguishers.
Edward Foust, a Shreve carpenter, shot Dick Smith on Saturday night over suspicions of a romance with Foust's wife. Neighbors say Foust seized a shotgun loaded with bird shot and wounded Smith, who later had 110 shot removed by a physician. Smith had previously stayed in county custody on a paternity charge.
Andrew H Shoemaker son of John B and Sophia Shoemaker born May 18 1864 in Smithville Wayne Co Ohio died July 29 1893 in St Louis Michigan His body was moved to White Pigeon and buried August 2 from the Lutheran church He worked for Furlong s Detective Bureau and on June 17 at Moentesona Park faced a gang from Kemmiswick After an attack on Ed Harbold Shoemaker fought them with his gun and was severely injured Two skull fractures ended in his death six weeks after the assault Myers who struck Harbold was indicted for murder and to be tried in September
The Tuscarawas County Republican convention at New Philadelphia adopted a resolution endorsing Capt. A. S. McClure of Wayne county for Congress. It pledges hearty support to the candidate described as patriotic fearless and experienced.
Plain township Board of Education met August fourth at Blackleyville and employed a list of teachers for five months at daily rates ranging from 1.00 to 2.00. Names include J. M. J. 3 c man, Dutch Kaise, Charles Farr, Henry Bittner, Dan Heisberger, W. H. Barden, D. R. Slasher, S. G. Gil, H. S. Baker, and John Plasterer across various districts. Nearby social notes mention locals Lou Dowisman visiting, Clem Eckroad at home, and political tension with Democrats calling county conventions for September and a possible Dobson vs anti-Dobson faction split on tickets.
A bicycle clearing sale continues with new and second hand machines available. The event is hosted by Hanpine & Co and runs Thursday, Friday, and Saturday with inventories from both fresh and used stock.
Fragmentary ad-like text touts a grain drill from Harding & Co with claims of no bunching and no choking. The snippet hints at agricultural equipment marketing but lacks complete details or context.
The text notes the only Self Oiling Skein used on Old's Farm Wagon aims for lightest running in the market, with references to Dr Crean Powder earning a World’s Half Highest Medal and Diploma.
Pleasant Home news briefs recounts camp meeting events on Aug 20 with sermons by S Spreng of Cleveland and Sigar of Akron, plus communion day plans and Thursday close. Items mention visitors, community events, rainfall, sports notes, and local gossip including visits from Eaton, Orrville, and Smithville, with a funeral in Wooster area and a lawn fete turnout.
Aug 20 report describes a large turnout at Chippewa Lake for a reunion and old folks picnic at Mt. Nebo school, with attendees from Indiana Cleveland Wooster Chicago Dover Millersburg and other towns. Notes on local visits, church services, institute plans, and community notices follow, including farm tips and local travel plans.
A jumble of village life items from Orrville recounts candidates visiting, a jury trial over a horse case before Lattenberg, and visitors from Morro county to the MM parsonage. Local residents and families are noted with mention of Hettie Winger from Cleveland, deputy surveyor H. A. Mowery, and exuberant riders like Bob Quigley and Supt. Zaring highlighted amid small town chatter.
ROK also spent Sunday in Smithville. The fragment notes a local travel or event detail occurring there, suggesting a brief mention of activities or a visit tied to Smithville.
A mill township meeting of Democrats urges Representative resign from the 17th Ohio Congressional District seat. They condemn his stance on spending and appointments and criticize a recent postmaster appointment as not representing local Democratic interests. The letter calls for a candidate with stronger Democratic principles and warns of defeat if he persists.
West Salem defeated Creaton at home in a return game set at Cresto and Swill. Lawrence first nine beat Lake Ve 7 to Il. Delaware edged Manafield 14 points and The Streve stars defeated Mullersburg Thursday in Shreve by a score of Hto4. Wooster residents witnessed the game.
Many residents attend Grange Pomona and regimental reunions across Aug 13 events. families from Creston, West Salem, Orrville, Medina County and beyond visit, with some planning future gatherings. Notables include 50 bushels clover seed from tight acres and a life insurance detail linked to a local death.
Excursion tickets at reduced fares will be sold for six days from September 5 to 10, valid for return until September 25 with one stopover. Tickets available at Pennsylvania Lines stations serving Western Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Indiana. G W Leyda, Wooster, O, offers rates and train times.
Horace A. Stokes, a Republican, is appointed county school examiner in Licking County. In Piqua five people have died recently as fatalists, and the coroner investigates the last death tied to John Winans’s oath.
The Aug 17 operetta notes a fusion between Populists and organized labor in Ohio nominating Charles R. Martin for Secretary of State E D Stark for Supreme Court judge M J Flannery for Commissioner of Common Schools Joel S Stewart for Public Works. John McBride addressed the convention as Coxey and McBride’s labor party allied with the movement.
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