11 Dec 1901
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1901
Page
1
A prominent dentist dies amid a disputed will and claims of eight thousand dollars in a contested estate. Fragmentary notes reference a letter, a scroll of debts, and hints of a domestic crisis as reporters assemble a mosaic of local misfortune and distant disasters.
A removal sale advertises deep discounts on overcoats heavy salts underwear gaps and hosiery as items must be sold before relocating to a new location. The notice emphasizes clearing stock regardless of cost to facilitate the move.
Local clothiers promote best goods at low prices with guarantees while disclaiming exact price quotes. They urge customers to compare and believe in their promises during a stock liquidation sale to be removed from premises. Call for price quotations to prove fair dealing.
A fire at the University of Wooster leveled the west wing after an explosion in the chemical laboratory around 2 45 am. The blaze spread to the east wing and the old main building, reducing the noble structure to ruins within an hour. Loss is estimated at 300000 with 86000 insured. faculty meetings were held in the Frick library basement as officials planned a new structure.
A Wooster based distributing committee appeals to readers to donate cash and goods for Christmas gifts and life necessities. Residents are urged to drop items at Ester Bros, Garrett & Steinmetz, and McClarran's store, or mail to Penna Dee Leenarat Delivery. The youth lead the effort and will ensure proper distribution to worthy recipients.
Social notes recount a handkerchief sale fundraiser by the Woman's Relief Corps in Orrville, with contributions from Mrs. Roosevelt and Mrs. Mark A. Homes. It notes Rep. Robert A. of North Lawrence will wed Miss Goria Blakely of Doylestown on December 18 at 5 PM, with a North Lawrence castkeep. Also details Whist Club at Lt. Ohliger’s North Market home and Classics Club meeting with Parkman quotations and papers by Kate Deer, Bess Thorne, and Emily Hard, plus two vocal solos by Cora Hoelzel.
Mrs Elizabeth Shallenberger of Orrville files for divorce from Daniel Shallenberger citing lack of support since their Jan 29 1879 marriage. She requests alimony and custody of their four children.
Mrs Myrtle Rhyne of Wooster stayed with sister Ise Levine Rhyne at the Hotel Sherman Shelby. A throat complaint led to gargling with peppermint prep but she drank creosote by mistake and became ill. Medical aid summoned. she recovered.
An old medical advertisement describes Contagious Blood Poison with symptoms like ulcers gland swelling and mouth sores. It touts S S S as a safe vegetable cure claiming no mercury or minerals and offering medical advice through a department.
The stockholders of the Standard Coach Pad Co. re elected the existing board of directors at the annual meeting. Reports show a prosperous year with strong results across operations. The notice also advertises Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil as instant relief for burns cuts and sprains.
A well attended meeting at Sinford office laid preliminary arrangements for Wayne county Democrats annual birthday celebration for Andrew Jackson. Eshelman was named chairman with Wealee as secretary. a general arrangements committee was formed led by John S. Adair. An invitation committee was appointed to secure a speaker, with Mr. Bryan seen as a crowd-drawer if secured.
An elderly woman near Mrs. Robinson fell gravely ill after a Sunday incident when a trustree forced entry to her cold apartment. A furnace caused smoke in a store room later that day, requiring fire department response and extensive smoke cleanup. Local advertisements for Rocky Mountain Tea conclude the page.
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