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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1907
Page
3
A fragment from a 1912 era column discusses wage stability amid post‑lorry fears, noting United States Steel Corp rejects broad wage cuts and signaling a hopeful economic recovery. It mentions Roosevelt, potential nomination, and political chatter about candidates and public sentiment. It references Bryan, Jackson praise by Senator Jeff Davis, and assorted contemporary figures and events in scattered fashion.
A fragmented report hints at a Texas timing in April involving the president and bears, with mention of ongoing bear population growth and preparation for a forthcoming action related to a silhouette of a hunter or handler.
James Barry a middle aged hireling from Painesville vanished Monday night after work at the American House livery. He was last seen at the stable around midnight and his belongings were left behind. His sudden departure lacks motive and no trouble is recorded with his employer W O S Keeney.
Fragmentary report from Sao Fran hints at a congressman who can introduce many bills amid risky business ties. A January shopping note mentions Christmas purchases and a Teddy related error. The piece reads like a stray, garbled local column.
A local New Year celebration ad traces a quirky chain reaction in Gilifield as residents join in a shared cheer and festive display. Christer emerges as a highlighted name in community messages amid playful posts and coordinated efforts.
A string of brief personal notices from Orrville and nearby areas notes Mra Hoth Keng of Orrville returning after a Pittsburg visit, Irvin Walter leaving for Bowefin, FoOM Wiseser and FoOM colleagues returning to West Virginia work, Thresstonks bossess consulting with Dr Eanay, Van Meter and Eandy on duty status, and local residents moving or seeking employment. Other items include Braly B McConnell heading to the Unaka Mining Co, James Peppard and family returning to Orrville, Miss Jessie Work recovering from an appendectomy, and Sidt Mine Work improving. Local officials and residents engage in routine daily life and hospital updates.
Plea for clothing and money gifts to aid Monongah widows and orphans grows as Wooster residents donate generously. A Friday Methodist church concert will raise funds with ticket prices set to be decided Wednesday. The event features top local talent and aims to maximize contributions and seats sold.
The Wayne Bathdog & Loan Company announces regular dividends of six percent payable in cash on and after New Year’s Day 1904. Dividend checks will be mailed or delivered by Treasurer Wilken. Secretary Sanborn notes the dividend has always been paid, reflecting strong depositor numbers and steady local business in Worcester.
The Goldfield field notes the Goldfield Goldfield miners dispute with the Western Federation of Miners labeled as a restraint of trade and treasonable group in a federal statement. General Funston and Governor Sparks plan travels to San Francisco and a ranch respectively while Kentucky militiamen deploy to Hopkinsville amid threats and civil unrest to restore order and confidence.
A murder and possible suicide in Brooklyn streets leaves Elale Kerlin a telegraph operator and Bernard Ware of Commercial Cable Company dead. No motive given, likely a love affair. chauffeur heard two shots inside the cab as investigators assess the scene.
A large Hindman family on Scruce street faces typhoid fever affecting multiple members. Mie Jra Hindman and a baby are ill, Will Hindman and others show improved symptoms, while Eunice Antes’s daughter remains seriously ill. An Italian man is reported killed near Tremont, La, amid racial tensions and a lumber mill incident.
The licenses of Commonwealth Fire Insurance of Texas and German Fire Insurance of Indiana were revoked by the State Superintendent of Insurance Bathes via telegraph. The action follows attempts to evade service in a suit by the attorney general alleging a conspiracy to control rates across Kansas fire insurance business.
The 16 ships of the massive Norfolk fleet steam in formation at 10 knots along the Atlantic coast toward Trinidad for Christmas celebrations. Wireless messages flash as they depart, with farewell notes praising the fleet and the Navy, and urging sailors to press forward with pride.
In St Petersburg on December 17, authorities report further arrests and house visits linked to Nicholas Tschaikovsky founder of the first revolutionary circle. Police trace Tschaikovsky’s recent stay and interrogate visitors. A lawyer’s house served as his headquarters and is searched for compromising documents. He remains confined in the fortress.
Market notes from Wooster show Wheat December at 91.0 cents, May 1.0549. corn December 69.44, May 59.3. butter 24 cents per pound, eggs noted, lard 20 cents. Other items listed include rye 55 cents, oats 50 cents, corn 70 cents, barley 45 cents, timothy seed 2 dollars, clover seed 9 to 9.60, hay 14 to 16, salt 1.10 per barrel, wool prices mid 27 to 28 cents for medium and fine grades.
The report catalogs cattle and hog prices in East Buffalo, Chicago, Pittsburg, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. It lists steers, cows, bulls, calves, sheep and lambs, hogs with price ranges and per-head figures, reflecting regional commodity trading and market conditions. Entities include East Buffalo, Chicago, Pittsburg, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo and livestock categories.
An old advertisement urges avoiding unknown cough remedies and praises Foley's Honey and Tar for curing coughs colds and preventing pneumonia. It emphasizes the genuine product in a yellow package and warns against substitutes, listed by Bixler's Modern Pharmacy and S H Boyd & Co.
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