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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1892
Page
2
Secretary of state Samuel N. Taylor and other statewide offices are listed with biographical origins. Presidential electors Lorenzo Danford Myron T. Herrick and regional officials are named. A Republican speaker, Dr. Brown, criticizes Democrats including Adlai Stevenson, urging veterans to see through copperhead record claims ahead of November voting.
Mr and Mrs Thorne, superintendent of the Ohio Agricultural Experimental Station, were in Wooster last week seeking a home. The community will be glad to welcome them as new citizens while improvements and building projects proceed at the Farm.
Afdha Estevenson launched his vice presidential bid with an opening address in Bloomington Illinois. The event framed the Democrats line for the campaign and drew mixed reactions.
A local opinion charges Pastor D. Moore with deceit in a fundraising venture for a camp greeting event. The article says the public was duped by Moore’s allegedly profitable scheme and credulity, accusing him of exploiting supporters for personal gain.
Two years later the One Year Benefit Order collapses as investors recall the Iron Hall fraud. Critics say promoters touted the ironclad trust of the scheme like a national bank, but money vanished and the venture died, leaving a trail of groans and failures.
The article notes Sweeney and his organized switchmen cease activity in a protest against railroad employers. It argues labor organization fails when rooted in hostility to those who fund and support the industry, emphasizing that employers are workers too and must hire others to run operations.
The passage argues that open employee organization to strike or pressure for better pay and hours undermines employers. It suggests few employers will concede and even fewer will rehire workers who conspired to ruin business, implying growing labor tensions.
A discussion contrasts the 1837 1861 era nicknamed the Golden Period with modern times. It cites cheap goods high prices and slavery expansion under the Democratic party, and clips a harsh anti copperhead view. An advertisement extols Ayer s sarsaparilla as a safe cleansing tonic.
A fragmentary notice mentions patent advice for inventors and assistance for patentees in selling patent rights. It also cites Trademakers and a patent attorney in care of a Republican editor, with references to Wor ter and Britt Iowa figures. It includes stray medical remedies and a garbled sequence of names and places.
An unintelligible passage describes symptoms of intense irritation and tumors forming. It references an ointment and injections by mail and mentions various nonsensical terms and names, with no clear patient, provider, date, or location identifiable.
Travel to Washington from Indiana Ohio and Western Pennsylvania with low round trip rates in September. Special concessions for veterans and families include liberal stopovers at Baltimore and Gettysburg, with Pullman dining, sleeping and modern coaches. Tickets available through Pennsylvania Line agents or Ian Dusen in Pittsburgh.
The writer praises modern farming versus 1830s 1860s democracy era arguing that today’s farmer has luxuries and independence. He contrasts prices of wheat corn butter and nails then and now, notes wildcat banking and barter, and laments past cash scarcity and unreliable money while urging return to prudent policies.
Foot Starbuck of North Town Te speaks for a remedy claimed to cure severe diarrhea and cholera through a detoxifying tincture. The vendor asserts a patient protected by dosing could have saved three dollars with his cure, praising the medicine as a near miracle from doctors and druggists.
Fragmented notice hints at a Tuesday through Saturday sale at a Liberty Street shop. Mentions Liberty wheel and Kemps ibale wall, with cough relief display and Collingtin supply items. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate business hours and promotions.
An ad claims Whaley Cater Catarch II cures inflammation of the nasal cavity and bronchial tubes with a herbal remedy called Rider Flower Cream. It touts a long list of symptoms including severe head pain nasal discharge and deafness and asserts the product preceded all others in efficacy. The notice urges readers to contact a Savannah address or druggist for Rider Flower Cream Catalog and claims dramatic relief.
New laws and rulings extend pension payments to honorably discharged soldiers and their dependents who have not received full amounts. The ad seeks names and postoffice addresses of those not receiving full pensions or sums due, including widows, children, and dependent parents. Submit information to Pension Attorney in care of Wooster Republican.
The Massachusetts hearing into the Borden murder case continued with Mrs. Churchill and Miss Russell among the first witnesses. They described Lizzie Borden’s reactions and statements about the barn visit and questioned whether any blood or exertion was evident on Lizzie after the tragedy.
Chaplain to the Bishop of Northern California praises Simmons Liver Regulator as an excellent appetizing tonic for indigestion dyspepsia and general low mood. Philadelphia firm J H Zeilin & Co. disseminates the endorsement in the new ad copy.
A claimed breakthrough medicine named Mystic Cure promises relief from rheumatism and neuralgia within 1 to 3 days. The ad asserts it removes the cause and that the first dose benefits, priced at 75 cents, sold by Lauch & Boyd in Wooster, Ohio.
In Moorland Spyder's Park hosts an ice cream festival and oyster supper on Saturday evening September 8. Moorland aligns with neighboring towns and a new brass band provided fine music Thursday. Jacob Kuhn has recovered from illness. Mrs Fritz suffered a cholera Morbus attack but is improving.
The Rev Stewart of Dunbar Pa preached at the Presbyterian church Sunday morning and again at Mt Eaton in the afternoon. Mr Cochran will move his family to Martins Ferry for a few months to work on a street paving contract. J F Scott returned home Saturday from a long furlough visiting the state by bicycle. Jaba, a carpenter in Kent Ohio, suffered a foot injury when a timber fell on him causing a layoff. Misses Jennie Baughman and Clark visited Lakeside last week then returned home. Frank Cook of Mansfield Ohio socialized with friends on Sabbath. Mansfield Mutual Ins Co inspected town for potential local agency installation.
Miss Matt Numbers of Canton spent a week in Mt Eaton. Mr David Ketterer has been very sick but is improving. A severe thunderstorm last Wednesday caused lightning to kill several sheep owned by Mr Cooper near Bideler church. Word came Saturday that John Adams, a former resident and longtime Justice of the Peace, has died. Doc P Shaffter plans to outld a hospital barn soon. Fred Villard reports wheat yields of sixty five bushels from two and a half acres weighing sixty four pounds per bushel.
Mr and Mrs George Crater of Canton visit friends here and Mrs Crater visits west of this place. Miss L N Campbell of Nashville Homes Co has been guest of Miss L E McCoy. Depot buildings work restarts and progresses rapidly. Messiasee and Joseph Irvin with sister Bell attend school at Smithville. Wayne Congregation enjoyed missionary discourses during Trot Black's absence. Wayne Sabbath school invited to Bethel church picnic near Cedar Valley on Saturday September 3.
Fragmentary notes refer to attendance and a game or event against Wis with unclear details. The readable parts mention satisfaction with instructions and a grand something received. No clear names, dates, or outcomes available.
The event featured druggist Mr. A. Sanderson and Miss Roxy Lewis prominently. Guests included Chas. BG. Robinson, Miss Mary Lawrence, Mrs. Gunninghem, A. Brown, Miss Jennie Gunningham, Wooster, Miss Belle Johnson, Rev. Hough, Rev. Blanchard, John Fouts and wife from Applecreek. A monument for Samuel Moreland was erected by K. D. Long at Morehered cemetery. Dr. Wrear of Columbus visited Mrs. Dr. Barnes.
Special correspondence from Washington recounts presidents and statesmen who lived in financial strain, often borrowing from friends or drawing salaries in advance. It cites Garfield Arthur Grant Lincoln Cleveland Harrison and others, sharing anecdotes of how public figures faced cash squeezes while serving or after leaving office. It notes Grace brothers and various political figures who managed tight finances, with stories of loan, travel, and frugality as common threads in a life of public service.
Citizens attended the Pioneer Picnic and a Musical Convention in West Salem. The Normal School opened auspiciously and new students arrived. Local clergy and families were noted visiting relatives and friends. An Epworth league gathering is planned for Sept 3 in Prof Eberly’s grove with welcomes, bands, and communal refreshments.
A burglary attempt at Chas Plunder’s residence failed Saturday night and a small theft was thwarted. John B. Dickson and wife visited Chas Merrill in the area. The Lutheran Sunday school held a grove picnic near Doylestown with Isurton City band providing music and Burton City baseball club assisting. Celia Steinmet and Bliss Adashandel were noted visitors from Doylestown. David Etter sues Eli Foer for 5000 dollars over a domestic dispute. Kir and Mrs Van Kirk and daughter visited John Eby’s home. Akron visitors were guests of Giebres.
Plain Township 88 hosts its Sabbath school annual picnic on the common east of Jefferson on Saturday September 3 1512. Program includes music prayers opening address and various performances by local ministers and groups.
An agricultural supplier touts pure raw bone meal fertilizers with claims of guaranteed purity and performance. Products include Pure Raw Bone Meal Superior Bone and Peertess Bone, with distribution from Canton to Wooster and Cedar Valley elevators. The note emphasizes large stock and upcoming shipments, urging buyers to inspect before purchase.
John Simons of Sionnt Eaton called to check on his ill nephew Chas Simons with typhoid fever. WF Sleag ner’s two daughters are poorly with fever. W Spangler fell from a plow beam and fractured a rib and bruised himself. John Gralloway traveled from Canton to his old home last Saturday. Rev J W Campbell preached a strong sermon at the Presbyterian church last Sabbath evening. Rev J B Wampler of Blanco was a guest of Rev IL J Brown and delivered a lecture at Fair Haven church. Rev P J Brown returned from Warsaw Ind after attending the Progressive Brethren national convention and took part in its business. A W Mowry and family left Tuesday for Decatur Ind to visit relatives. Hon D K Prance celebrated his 73rd birthday last Tuesday with music and speeches. Infant daughter of J W Sheppard severely ill with cholera infantum.
Health officials at the port apply high pressure steam disinfection to baggage and emigrants from districts suspected of infection. A large party of Scandinavians passed as healthy yesterday. Boarding houses near the docks are crowded as departures approach for Wednesday and Thursday boats with hundreds due to sail to America.
The Cunard steamship Cephalonia docking at Ernst Boston from Liverpool reports one suspected illness on board. A Boston woman, a Salom passenger, was suddenly taken ill Saturday and held aboard the ship as a precaution against cholera awaiting further developments.
West Salem notes visitors from Toledo Millersburg Kent and Cleveland including Mrs O F Vanesdal Miss Maggie Neill and Miss Nina Pershing. Family travel includes J P Bush Eugene Levis Plank Neal and Jennie Wanna maker with updates on a regional musical convention closing Friday. Mayor Drusha remains ill with malaria fever.
Notice is given that under an August 30 1892 order of the Wayne County Commissioners Wooster Ohio the sale of Ditch Improvement No 81 Plain Township will occur by public outcry at 10 am starting at the outlet work section and continuing daily until sold. Bids require written contracts with bonds. Philip Markley serves as engineer. details appear in the Engineer's report on file with the Auditor's office.
Official reports note that Royal Baking Powder tested by Prof. Chandler of the New York Board of Health showed twenty seven percent greater strength than any other brand. In value terms, a pound of Royal costs 50 cents versus about 36 cents for rival powders. Consumers should verify prices when substitutes are offered by grocers.
A New York letter recalls health rules for ships from infected localities and detentions for diseased passengers. The Chinigtuan Endyaver convention features Ira D. Sankey praising England and America with a rousing God Save The Queen and Bless Be the Tie That Binds as Canadians cheer and wave handkerchiefs.
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