18 Dec 1895
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1895
Page
1
The Republican office calls on local correspondents to check supplies and send fresh news by Monday or Tuesday. Brief weekly letters are preferred over longer delayed notes, and writers are asked to request supplies if needed and submit as soon as possible.
Senator Allison and Speaker Reed say public sentiment requires action to keep protection and revenue pledges that elected the Republican Congress. Factional strife within Brice and Campbell camps reflects broader Ohio Democratic fatigue and the need to import harmony due to exhausted home supply. Hezekiah Sanford Bandy, a long-serving Ohio legislator and ironmaster who died at Wellston, aged 72, once led blast furnaces and was Gov. Foraker's father-in-law among six children, and he began as a Methodist minister active in the church.
Frederick Meahl a well known German resident of Wayne county died Monday at his daughter's home five miles southwest of the city after a week long illness of pneumonia. Born in Darmstadt Germany 74 years ago he lived in Wooster and Wayne county over 60 years and worked as a moulder until recently. He leaves five children: A. R. Meahl Wooster Mrs Cannonkamp Plain township Charles Meahl Jamesport Mo Philip Meahl Chicago and Mrs A J Sommers of Indianapolis.
New East Union and Franklin Luther an churches pastor Rev G K Allen and L R Bowman of East Upton Tp report Sunday night burglars forced entry through a glass pane but did not enter Bowman's house. They took a valise from the vase area containing a gold chain diamond stud toilet set and manuscripts while also stealing about 15 bushels of wheat from the barn. Snow tracks show two men with a small wagon. family were at church.
Born December 10 1893 the Killbuck Music Culture Club offers versatile performances for engagements day or night. Cast includes Hobert Hollowell Peter Miller Charles McLowrey Thomas Stevens Flick Fletcher Daniel Zaring and Richard McCrerin. Manager W H Robison invites requests for sacred military operatic sentimental and comic numbers with pieces like Home Sweet Home Rock of Ages and Leather Britches.
An advertisement warns readers against substitutes for Doctor Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery. It claims the product is the only blood cleanser flesh-builder and strength-restorer, implying other remedies are inferior and profit driven. It touts cures for skin troubles calks and scrofulous affections tied to liver or blood issues.
Multiple local churches plan Christmas programs and New Year celebrations for Sunday schools and families. Westminster Presbyterian holds a Dec 25 evening treat and exercises, while German Evangelical hosts recitations and a Christmas tree. United Presbyterian, Baptist, Reformed, and English Lutheran groups stage cantatas, pageants, and offerings, with cantata "Santa Claus Arrival" and a large churchwide event planned for Christmas night.
A Friday night meeting in the Prosecutor's office by the Democracy planned the 41st annual St Deee Day celebration for January 8, 1896. Aiming to secure a nationally prominent speaker, committees were formed for General Arrangement and Invitations with future meetings planned at the same venue.
At Crestline on Wednesday night Policeman Sims shot and killed James Dagg who resisted arrest by Officer Gamble who had a warrant for a minor offense. Sims intervened in the struggle and fired striking Dagg in the torso as residents of Wooster know the officer.
A 10 cent dyeing offer by Lanbach and Boyd promises to revive faded garments. The ad touts Magic Dyes to make fabrics look like new and mentions a fast cobra as a product feature.
A fragment claims catarrh is a constitutional disease best treated with internal remedies. It asserts Hall's Catarrh Cure acts on blood and mucous surfaces and is not quack medicine. The copy touts testimonials and endorsements from physicians and a Toledo address with scattered name fragments.
An oversize ad notes Brant's Balsam offering 26 or 60 cent bottles at Laubach & Boyd's and promotes Dr Wheeler's Nervine Vitalizer as a personal health restore. The fragment hints at a grand day for bodily restoration, urging readers to learn more in public print.
A Mount Lebanon Shaker product named Shaker Digestive Cordial offers immediate relief for digestive issues and stomach comfort. The firm provides 10 cent sample bottles via druggists to encourage trials, claiming rapid aid and strong confidence in its effects. Kwaccol marketed as heart medicine for children alongside Castor Oil products are also noted.
Wayne and nearby counties form district No 1 of the Independent Order of Good Templars of Ohio with 32 lodges. About 50 delegates met in Akron for a quarterly session opening with a grand banquet. reports say the society is flourishing. Delegates from Dalton Lodge included Mrs Frank Harbaugh Mrs Mand Tier and Harricon Wertz. District lodge No 7 convened at Ashland with lodges in multiple counties and growth including one new Morral lodge and a charter list ready at Carey. Next district session to be held at Crestline in April 1893.
In Springfield Ohio dated January 6 1891 Fer dinand M King testifies that Dr Hand's Colic Care fully meets its claims and recommends it for babies with colic. The note notes Dr Hand's Remedies for Children are sold by all druggists for 25 cents.
A testimonial from Wooster Ohio in December 1894 claims lasting recovery from Bright's Disease after consulting Dr Kitchin, a renowned English specialist. The letter details prior misery, failed treatments, and final cure with no medicine for a year.
Willie Brough aged about 16 son of Moses Brough of Georgetown shot himself while cocking a .32 revolver on December 11. He was alone at home and went to a neighbor for help. The ball is missing and officials fear no vital injury though the path is unclear.
A 1894 liquor sale charge against James Kieb ended in jail time and a $25 fine. Other cases include Western Wheeled Scraper Co. v Villard & Langell over $928.18, Goldstone v Bloomberg for $306, and New York Lake Erie & Western receivership disputes. A temporary restraining order blocked Shreve from electric street lighting contract. Daniels Pontius tried for petit larceny. Emma Chance sues Hotel Wayne owner for damages.
Secretaries of Wooster and Wayne county lodges invited to share live news. Reports from Irene Lodge and Morgan Stern lodge show officers elected and plans for ceremonies, balls, and degree work. Mentions Rising Star and Westpalem Jr UCLU events, plus multiple K of I, K of P, and Maccabee activities across Leetonia Dalton and Morgenstern lodges with several officer rolls and upcoming programs.
Horace Hamilton of Cleveland forced into assignment last Friday to J M Shallenbarger of Wooster. Operations value about 12000 with liabilities between 5000 and 6900. Mrs Hamilton ill, physician says only California trip may extend life, Hamilton seeks swift disposal of property. Purple aftermath hinted for creditors.
A wedding was held this morning at the home of officiant E L Warner between M Kh moeks and Mrs Imogene Troutman. The couple plan a short stay in Nor walk before settling on a farm northwest of Wooster.برز
Piano pupils of Miss Alberti Barnard hosted a Saturday home recital in Spink street parlors featuring Polonaise and Mazurka selections by Merz Streabbog and others. Also reported are a quiet Sunday evening wedding of J F Mann and Luta C Jackson and a surprise party for Miss Leinda Kleinehart on East South Street with neighbors present.
Details of railway work limits between Alliance and Cleveland with a fatal injury at Millersburg and a brakeman’s leg amputation. Columbus auditing department changes place Charles F Walraff as cashier. Marion court actions restrain Babst from interfering with Tod as receiver of New York Pennsylvania Ohio railroad. Ashland Times notes errors by a local paper and a jury dispute over Rev Schreiler. A Wooster medley panic triggers a broken marriage contract as an Orrville suitor flees during a window escape.
Holiday excursion tickets go on sale December 24 25 and 26 1895 and January 1 1846 from stations west of Pittsburgh to line points. Tickets valid to return until January 2 1896. Details at nearest Pennsylvania Line ticket agent.
Engineer L E Chapin reported 6435.06 spent to date on the water works plant and the council accepted the project from H D Shannon with praise. 7200 feet of mains laid 14 hydrants installed and machinery costs totaling 525 plus reservoir 1271.39. The council ordered old reservoir emptied and refilled, repaired a broken main hydrant, and erected a brick engine house 16 by 18. A volunteer fire department was organized and a new hose purchased to provide ample fire protection and enhanced town safety. The pump achieved 2000 gallons per hour, filling the reservoir within three days as water flowed strong from hydrants.
A note praises the steady and encouraging improvement in church announcements and general church news along with lodge items in Saturdays Republican. The item highlights that this information is provided freely and is welcomed by readers.
The article argues faith aids disease treatment but claims Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets actively aid digestion. It explains the tablets contain digestion juices and peptones, improve appetite, and support nerves and blood. recommends use after meals and notes price as 50 cents per package from Stuart Co., Marshall, Michigan.
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