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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1902
Page
4
A garbled column from Wooster Ohio reflects on politics and public life. Notes mention Gov John Mitchell writing a book, Tom L Johnson’s reticence, redistricting ward debates, and rising coal costs. References to Havana riots, a cinema of figures, and weather promises headline a broad but fragmented roundup.
A question arises whether football gates of a large chimera caused the most casualties on Thanksgiving Day. The Thanksgiving wedding adds to the minister’s reasons for gratitude, more than he states from the pulpit.
Henri Watterson calls Carrie Nation a lunatic in a pointed aside. Citizens of Toledo claim a black ghost sighting, possibly Toledo Jones seeking an office. Senator Hanna declares no retirement plans, while a sharp political jab warns ambitious figures to mind their pins.
C. M. Schwab has purchased a new piano valued at $10,000, reflecting a lifestyle that prizes living fully in the present.
A Pittsburg man attempted to start a Thanksgiving meal fire using kerosene. Investigators found enough kerosene for a fire, but no major damage reported. Authorities are reviewing the incident and possible charges as neighbors reported smoke and a brief alarm.
A fragmentary column surveys notable actions and rumors about wealth and charity. It mentions Andrew Carnegie preparing to sail for America, J P Morgan’s unspecified church contribution, and General DeWet’s book charging treachery. It references a Buffalo judge fining a dead juror and John L. Sullivan’s bankruptcy, among other antiquated notes.
In a Washington afternoon message President Roosevelt urged action beyond tariff reduction, calling for anti trust measures as the country demands curb on monopolies. Officials expect Congress to move this session despite strong trust lobbying. City council debates salaries and a gerrymander, urging adherence to code specs before final action.
Big Prairie Dec 1 revival at Newkirk's M E church ends with seven Sabbath scholars accepting Christ and joining the faith. Pastor Joshua Crawford to start revival in Nashville Thursday evening. John Ferris funeral at Newkirk cemetery draws a large crowd. Clint Parcel visits from Canal Dover. Boise Detrick and Effie Wigton wed last Thursday at the bride's parents home.
The text extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a powerful alterative and tonic, claiming it eradicates all humors and cures their inward and outward effects. It asserts the remedy is proven and effective for the whole system.
A period ad praising Walther's Peptonized Port as superior to beer ale porter and wine and claiming it offers clear benefits free from intoxication for discerning drinkers. The wording emphasizes refined taste and healthful virtue associated with the product.
A collage of brief fragments surveys jokes and remarks from multiple papers. References range from Joe to Morgan and Washington, with snippets about Thanksgiving turkey, a beauty wash, and public figures. The tone resembles a cross-paper punchline round up with scattered names and lines.
Wayne county readers learn that a visiting committee criticizes the Stark county workhouse as a costly, useless institution. It claims prisoners could be sent to other facilities at lower cost and notes the county holds or ships inmates from other counties at a loss, arguing more business worsens expenses.
Wooster Alumnae chapter meeting planned Friday by Dev. 0 at Riss Altea Fire stone home on North Market. Mrs. A ig hosted about sixty ladies Monday afternoon at a thimble party at the Shupe residence on North Bever street. Afternoon enjoyed, pleasant refreshments served.
A 1902 to 1908 era forecast describes December storm periods from the west, with peaks on the 2nd to 5th and 7th to 14th, then a solstice disturbance bringing rain snow and squalls, followed by a north west cold wave. Forecasters anticipate central storm days, general winter storms from the 19th to 22nd, and a final storm period pushing into January 1908 with a heavy snow and ice threat, ending with prayers and gratitude for the year’s outcomes.
Nov 20 events at Glmrch Fountain Hill attract attendees while Charles Barkey heads to Bellaire Michigan for winter. Mire Louisiana Teshantz of Cry ty visits Straits sisters. A horse frightened by a churchgoer’s carriage caused a runaway but no injuries reported. Subscribe for THE REPUBLICAN.
A commission hears that nearly every miner suffers pernicious anemia due to mine work and factory conditions. David Collins recalls gradual decline, illness, and relief after using Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People, praised by his Baptist minister for miraculous recovery.
Horace M Blattenberg of Wooster Ohio serves as executor for the Elizabeth Durstine estate in Wayne County Ohio. Creditors are asked to settle debts promptly and claimants to present their authenticated claims for allowance by October 15 1902.
An administrator has been appointed for the estate of Heen Wilson of Wayne County Ohio. All persons indebted must present their claims duly authenticated for allowance. Notice dated Wooster Ohio November 23 1902.
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