29 Aug 1900
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1900
Page
1
A public square display in Wooster Ohio highlights spectacles at the Laubach and Boyd department store. The notice references an office above the shop, indicating a sales or display space located in the downtown area.
A string of satirical notes highlights Akron boxing pride, political figures like Bryan and Carnegie, and regional jostling between Akron and Mansfield. Quips touch on mobs, water systems, crop worries, and distant wars, with sharp tones about candidates, allies, and allegiances.
The sixteenth annual reunion of the 102nd Regiment O V I was held in Wooster with many Civil War veterans recalling battles and garrison duty. Major Jageart spoke on patriotism and the nation’s founding documents while vivid anecdotes and music filled the event at the City Opera House. The piece covers the regiment’s origins, notable actions, and the Spanish War era reflections, ending with a note on a humorous exchange between Northern and Southern veterans.
Fragmented report details various committees already at work under the executive board. Fr W Miller urges sustained momentum and organized effort, with a next meeting set for Sept 4. Colonel Vollrath arrives from Bucyrus to assess Akron company readiness as Canton volunteers are praised for their earlier efforts.
A fragmented remark suggests Bryan's managers played a trick and kept Ioe Kinley in Washington all summer. The speaker notes Chinese soldiers display dash, but imply it does not lead to victory as expected. The passage reflects partisan commentary without clear events or dates.
Town reports several typhoid fever cases and urges immediate action to secure pure water. Officials stress water purity as essential to prevent further outbreaks and protect public health.
After several sessions of rest the pugilist Sharkey is on track for full membership in the United Order of Full Thedged Has Beens.
An Akron arraignment and trial last Friday illustrate how justice can flip for an elderly, legally blind woman. The case moved through arraignment, trial, and sentencing, showing the unpredictability of the process.
A census of the Philippines is under way but may be stymied as Aguinaldo doubts he will answer questions and hints he may stall the survey.
A Britt Iowa tourist convention nominated Dewey for president. The admiral will likely feel honored and prefer to be where he is rather than run for president.
A jumble of quotes warns against mob justice after a West Virginia widower remarries soon after his wife’s funeral. The piece ridicules war gear in China, cites Walders ee as a German commander, and laments mob violence undermining public institutions with passionate calls for lawful order.
An advertisement extols Champerlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy as risk free with refunds at Laubach & Boyd. It claims high efficacy for bowel complaints and touts Foley products for kidney and disease cures, urging early use amid warnings of fatal outcomes from delays.
O P M Holliday of Deming Idaho recalls teething in June and July with frequent bowel movements. He dosed the child with four drops in water from Chamberlain's Chili Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy and reports improvement. Sold by Laubach & Boyds in the Square. Witch Hazel advised as a remedy.
Nik Elizabeth Miller wife of John W Miller of Hatcoek and Prosper street died Thursday morning after weeks of illness with quick consumption. Born in Wooster she was 23. Daughter of John Hollings veteran of the Rebellion she cared for him in frail health. Survived by husband and one daughter no years. Funeral at 2 p.m. Saturday.
An obituary from Orrville Ohio details the discovery on Main Street of a mangled body identified as Summa Pordeo Walt, about two, son of farmer David Fordenwalt, who planned to walk home from Wheelley excursion. Coroner Faber conducts an inquest into the fatality.
A small ceremony took place at the home of Mrs Mars on East Bowman Street Tuesday evening for Tes Curtis Shields of Amanda and Helen McGregor of Wooster. The Wooster University graduates were married by Rev. T K Davin in a simple ceremony. A modest wedding feast followed as out of town guests arrived from Cleveland Winnepeg and Wellsville. The couple plan to reside in Amanda Ohio with Mrs Shields and Mrs McGregor joining them.
During the Akron riot two companies of the Eighth Infantry from Canton were ordered to guard Akron. Mayor Young failed to marshal Akron soldiers as many militia rode a coal train to Orrville to avoid duty. Captain Warner could only rally three men. Captain Blackburn refused without a written order.
Reverend A A Power reports relief after two doses of Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for a severe bout of illness. He notes a neighbor on the same street suffered four days and tried multiple medicines with no relief before calling another doctor.
The second Miney Kauke family reunion was held in City Park on Thursday with about 175 relatives attending. A bountiful supper was served and social renewals filled the afternoon into evening despite lights not working. It was decided to hold an all day yearly reunion on August 23 in City Park. Officers elected: President Captain J H Kauke, Vice President Grant Myers, Secretary Miss Sellers, Treasurer Henry Miller. Attendees included Jacob Teers Bryar Hearm Alexander wife and daughter of Can Woo, Mrs Bessie Ieantir and daughter, and Jessie Miller of Yuance.
Bert Thorne of the Experiment Station breaks ground on a 3 acre site in Bloomington for a large greenhouse. The project aims to support a Breenhoupe business, grow vegetables for market, and will feature a 140 by 40 foot structure with a boiler room and modern glass walls. Work proceeds with plans for a fall completion.
Probate court proceedings before Judge Robt 5 Adair list administrators for multiple estates including Ephraim Hat tery with a $1,000 bond Adrian Byrestone as administrator of L B. Firestoffe estate. accounts approved. H M Blattenberg as administrator de bonis non for Abraham D Purstine filed final accounts. Numerous appointments, hearings, and guardianship orders noted with October dates and bonds.
The French adventurer who endured 90 years among cannibals in Central Africa writes a book to chronicle his release and experiences. An ad promotes Hostetter's Stomach bitters as a remedy for dyspepsia constipation indigestion biliousness nervousness and insomnia, urging readers to insist on the genuine with a private revenue stamp on the bottle neck.
An advertisement promises PAZO Ointment cures for itching bleeding protruding piles with a money-back guarantee. It claims relief in days and notes No Cure No Pay, priced at $1.00. The piece mocks counterfeit ointments and cites testimonials and distributor mentions.
The letter from Dawson on July 4 outlines grinding Alaska trails from Seattle to Dawson via Skaguay and White Pass, detailing dangers, mines at Treadwell, the town of Juneau, and the brutal selection of routes. It recounts crossing ice, building a boat named Dom Paul, and the perilous slip of a landslide near the Chilkoot route while pursuing the Klondike rush.
A rugged recounting of river travel near a canyon with rapids, then shifting to the bustling town of Daw son. The piece notes river currents, hazards, a shipboard scene, and the prospect of visiting stores, theaters, jewelry shops, and a growing frontier economy with wages and prices, all set in a remote Yukon-like settlement with wooden streets and early streetcars.
A town meeting last night approved completing plans for a street fair on September 26 with a high community turnout anticipated. A beauty contest will award three cash prizes, details to be decided later, and a large fund has been raised for the event. Also noted is the death from cancer of Mrs A H Wood, with local officials and a new Wooster bureau president and secretary named.
The Knapp family marks a memorable Thursday evening with the marriage of their eldest daughter Mabel to Prof. Hansford McCurdy of Kansas City Missouri. The ceremony occurred in a private gathering with limited guests due to Mrs. Knapp’s health, followed by a reception and a wedding trip before settling in Kansas City. A second note announces Rev Paul Hidkok of Cleveland to wed Miss Mary Elliott of Shreve on September 6.
Wayne County records list recent real estate transfers led by Florian Schaffter. Deeds include Rockey to Cornelius for part Lot 32h in Shreve at 410 dollars and multiple warranty and executor deeds across townships such as West Salem, Mount Eaton, Orrville, and Shreve with prices ranging from 60 to 1900 dollars, naming various buyers and sellers and parcel numbers.
Onion and celery growers across the county report extensive scalding of crops in the Howlands with bottoms affected by prolonged wet conditions and intense sun. Damaged yields may impact local markets and prices as farmers assess losses and recover.
Public Schools begin on September 3 with Monday Sept 8 first day of classes. Teachers meetings are set for Saturday Sept 1 and pupils seeking admission should apply that day.
Mr Wi Reed of Blessing avenue and Grant Street reports severe kidney trouble with bladder issues headaches and back pain. After neighbor Geo Walter delivered Doan's Kidney Pills from Ace & Co drug store he improved quickly and kept healthy with no further kidney problems or back pain. He credits the remedy and notes it proved worth beyond other medicines. Sold by all dealers 50 cents Wester Milburn Co is a local distributor.
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