02 Dec 1908
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1908
Page
1
The Excel ator Orchestra intends to start hop concerts in the city opera house shortly after the holidays. The orchestra will grow from 14 to 20 members and will perform fine concert music. A past attempt at Sunday afternoon concerts was blocked by the Service aboard, but the plan now includes Sunday matinees with a small 10 cent admission to cover costs.
The Canton Morning News highlights John Eberly as a fine baritone in a concert last night. His vocal power and stage presence receive praise, with Miss Alice Carey on violin and Florence Merry Buckingham delivering readings to the audience.
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Officials of the Penp Lines consider placing sheds on the south side of the Wooster depot track, adding an overhead crossing and a fence. The move aims to reduce daily narrow escapes on the grade west of the depot. Timing unclear whether in months or a year.
Nathan Feigenbaugh of Cleveland assistant state fire marshal toured Wooster with Fire Chief Kingsley. He praised the alleys in the business district as better than any city he has visited and commended Wooster’s fire department. He credited low fire losses to the department’s efficiency and Chief Kingsley.
A cleaning up note indicates next Monday evening education session at Seascept Education is affected by a vacancy and resignation involving Weygandt and Cages. This brief item notes scheduling changes and key names linked to the event.
Miss Carrie Lillian Keehn, beloved daughter of William and Emma Keehn, dies at home on South Street after months of illness. Funeral private at 2 p.m. Thursday from the residence, interment in Wooster cemetery. A Wooster High and University of Wooster alumna, she cared for family after her mother’s death and was active in the English Lutheran church. Survived by father, sister Ada Keehn, and brothers Perry M. Keehn of Cleveland and Paul Keehn of Wooster.
On Thanksgiving Charles Painter and Mr. Welch of Ashland hunted rabbits near Pleasant Home. A ricochet shot at two rabbits struck Mr. Painter in the face below the left eye and in the leg. He traveled to West Salem to Dr. Raud-Daugh for removal of the bullets.
The funeral of Miss Kate Bowman was held at the Reformd church at 2 30 Tuesday afternoon with many old friends and church members in attendance. Floral tributes rested on the casket. Rev Frederick Cramer led the services and the choir provided music. Pallbearers included John E Russell L B Kramer Fleming Fisher Wesley Zangs Johnson Sweeny and Chas A Welser. Interment followed in Wefermen.
A new town hall is ready for use with December 10 opening events. The Lyceum Company will present a program featuring entertainment and educational lectures. Community gatherings and civic activities are planned following the opening.
Pee Frank Horton files in Wayne Common Pleas Court alleging Frank Day Horton A Fry James Notext pin and John H Dickason secured a loan by fraud. Horton claims Day induced a contract with Mam wes otenteln and LaReHga nea f % uean to share a one third interest in a plan by Waynes County Herald Print Co. He seeks voiding of the purchase contract, an injunction against Fry from law action, restraint on negotiating the notes, and judgment for 415 plus 1000 damages and other costs. Attorneys Kean and Adair for plaintiff.
Two young boys pulled from a westbound freight at Orrville depot tell of abuse by fellow tramps. Older boy John Hudyk, 13, says he was adopted after parents died. younger Joseph Golop, 12, lists a baker father. They describe being beaten and used as pillows before rescue and transportation to Akron.
Mrs Dr T A Graven entertained guests at a late evening gathering in honor of Miss Jeanette McClarren who leaves for the west in a few days. A dainty lunch was served to about five hundred attendees.
Ream DeLoss Eshelman of Sewickley Pa aged 22 years 5 months 24 days died at home after a prolonged illness caused by hip injury complications. Born in Wooster he studied in Sewickley high school and University of Pittsburgh class of 1908. Funeral services were held at the Methodist chapel in Sewickley with a large funeral party and floral tributes.
A new schedule for the Pennsylvania Lines goes into effect with several changes to trains making regular stops at Wooster. Trains No 15 No 30 No 19 No 23 and No 13 have revised times or stop patterns. No 8 and No 83 remain daily with adjusted Pittsburgh connections. The article also notes a death of 27 year old resident, member of Wooster Lodge I O O F and Royal Arcanum, with funeral at 2 p.m. Wednesday from North Grant street home and interment at Wooster cemetery.
Whispers from Worcester Democrats hint at initial moves for state posts as E. B. Wertz denies candidacy for governor's secretary, while Mayor Van Nest shows willingness for the penitentiary warden post. Observers believe both cannot win, with a single prized appointment likely to satisfy factions amid limited slots.
Local clerks issued licenses amid routine records for marriages. Names appear garbled in OCR, but include entries likely involving Colonel Myers and Migs Luht with associated towns such as Oakdale and Woos. Date and exact details are unclear but reflect standard license activity.
The remains of J. B. Welch died and reached the Soldier's Home in Sandusky at noon Sabbath. He was taken to his daughter Mrs. Frank Schaaf in Liberty Street. The funeral from the Schaaf home occurred Monday at 2 pm with old soldiers, relatives, and friends in attendance. Rev F Johnson of the Methodist church led services. Pallbearers were John Wright Dennis Landers Theodore Straub John Schwoble Wm Meeks Alonzo Burris. Interment followed at Wooster cemetery.
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