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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1904
Page
2
Trustees expect to occupy the new library by March first as completion nears The building's long delay stemmed from a contractor under bidding cutting labor costs The old location will not receive new books until funds from the move are available Fiction remains the top library call and shelves will be stocked accordingly
Adjutant General AB Crichfield tours the state inspecting new armories. Counties procure Thane structures under the new law with annual installments funded by company allowances. The plan aims to house ten armories and all state owned property, with support from the state treasurer and adjutant general to secure funding and approvals.
The fragmented text appears to be a public notice about changing collection periods involving several named persons and entities. It mentions January and January like timing and refers to city departments and businesses but content remains garbled with multiple misspellings and unclear specifics.
In Wooster Ohio on December 25 1904 The Republican explains why J R Zimmerman is described as managing director of the Wooster National Bank. Editors state Zimmerman was a director who devoted time to bank affairs and was often seen in consultation with Mr. Obiger, leading to the interpretation of managing director despite owning only one share.
A historic notice describes internal remedies for catarrh and the Catarrh Care treatment as effective by a respected physician. It claims the medicine works through the blood and surfaces and advertises a secular prescription dating back years.
An Ohio Horticultural Society annual meeting occurs December 20 to 22 at Memorial Hall Chillicothe with Wooster residents attending. concurrently the Ohio State Forestry Society holds its first annual meeting at the same venue on December 22. News item notes a quick fire alarm in The Republican press room, rail water supply impacts on the Baltimore & Ohio line, zero temperature downtown conditions, and various local notices about marriages, rail and street events, and business updates in Wooster.
An eager Wooster audience at Memorial chapel enjoyed the third anniversary concert at Woneter university. Under Prof. J Bryon Oliver the orchestra and chorus delivered a near perfect performance with Mrs Elizabeth T. Wilson and Mr Francis F Saddler widely praised. Encores echoed through the hall as the crowd applauded the Ringing selections from Tannhauser and other works, highlighting Wilson’s graceful singing and Saddler's solo performances.
Beall Mississippi resident Beall warns that neglecting medical advice leads to a long battle with consumption symptoms and potential fatal termination. Read about his wife who showed every sign of consumption and sought treatment after four bottles.
Community notes from Shreve include the Shreve orchestra concert at the Christian church on December 27 with admission 10 and 20 cents, a birthday surprise for Mrs Baldner, and milk route sale to Ohio and Pittsburg Milk Co. Nearby: improvements to Mrs Wright Hughes home, new Joe Pomeroy residence on Willow avenue, Christmas cantata on Christmas Eve, and local visits by Chas Ocks and Towns from New York with Mr Bailey on Shreve canning factory plans. The ladies of the Methodist church raised 180 dollars at their chicken supper and bazaar, plus a high school literary program drew good attendance.
The Sabbath School group of the United Presbyterian announces a Christmas program to be held on a Saturday evening featuring a serenade titled Deer. The event aims to foster holiday cheer and community fellowship.
The Wayne County Agricultural Association met at the courthouse to discuss the bank loan from Wooster National Bank. To cover expenses, the group borrowed 300 dollars, with opinions split on offsetting. Secretary Boright filed his annual report. the association is in good shape and plans for next year’s fair include a steep barn, possibly built before the next event.
The Rural Mailmen describe the county as an organization aimed at improving mail service and urge residents to consider carriers' concerns. They praise kindness to patrons and request action to ease winter deliverability, including clear boxes, proper gloves, and safe access to mailboxes. The piece notes carriers face hardship when weather hinders routes and calls for communal courtesy and support.
Inspector A Vorys notes the Wayne Building and Loan Company assets and deposits as of Nov 1 1904. Cash in Wooster National Bank and Wayne County National Bank shown, but deposit in Wooster National Bank cannot be counted as an asset. Semiannual dividend to be passed.
A Canton meeting for physicians in the Sixth Ohio District features a program on typhoid prevention and treatment, mucoid colitis, gall stones, and diabetes. Speakers include Dr J March, Dr J H Stoll, Dr John M Burne, Dr Frank E Bunts, Dr George J Waggoner, and Dr H Eyman among others addressing medical inspection and insanity topics.
Cleveland papers laud Bechtel Alcock at the St John Charity concert with praise for the quartet including Mrs Paulina Hilliar Yost Miss Florence Lewis and Francia J Sadler and for solo and duet performances The event benefited the hospital and drew strong notices for Alcock Sadlier and others from the audience and critics.
Mrs Sarah Stough of Mansfield dies at home leaving husband T C Stough and nine children including Nina Stough and Madge Stough. Also Mrs Eljabh Zimmerman of West Salem dies at about 74 from paralysis. Others: Mrs Lavina Cotterman 88 of Applecreek, widow of Hosea Cotterman, funeral Dec 15 at 10 am. Otto Cameron 30 of Homesville dies Tuesday night.
Genial Samuel Garver surprised friends by marrying Etta Doure in Medina on Thursday without warning anyone. Rev Bob Tanner officiated at the home of the bride. Garver returns to Wooster and will host a reception as friends extend congratulations.
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