22 Dec 1897
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1897
Page
1
A compact roundup of city happenings features community events, school notes, and local updates across neighborhoods. Residents are urged to check calendar items, this week’s column highlights, and upcoming public meetings for details and dates.
The Weekly Republican urges prompt payment of overdue subscriptions with a December deadline and promotes a new renewal offer extending three extra months or 12 months with Tribune access. It warns delays risk loss of the Harvest offer and notes currency policy debates in Congress, asking readers for agreement on the issue.
On Monday December 27 Holmes county taxpayers gather at Millersburg to assist Representative Heyde in framing an acceptable gala ry to be approved by Holmes county officials. They plan a discussion about the Commissioner report and the investigating committee’s revelations.
At Indianapolis eighth national convention of the Boys and Girls National Home and Employment Association of America speakers urge urgent action against rising youth crime. They call curfew laws an urgent remedy while discussing nationwide trends and policy responses. Senator Valentine argues solid Democratic unity against Republicans, saying his constituents did not elect him to vote for any Republican and urging cross party unity if needed.
Catholic clergy in Havana report that about 800000 people have died or fled Cuba since Wry's evil work began. They cite 00,000 deaths plus pacificos, soldiers killed, and thousands more dying from smallpox dysentery berths and starvation. They urge Spain to answer for these figures before civilization considers other aspects.
Heawalian annexation prospects brighten in the Senate as Hoar Mor rill and Hale reaffirm support while Pettigrew remains the lone Republican senator opposed. Gorman Morgan and Money intensify Democratic canvass for ratification, signaling narrowing opposition. Germany and Morgan stand as the strongest Democrat Retry.
Congressional factions split over foreign policy as House members leave hawaiian question to vote by independence, while Vanderlip faces backlash for pension proposal. Cuba reports under Weyler provoke international criticism with new decrees against consuls. Brown University president Andrews faces uproar for Armenian and Protestant remarks and praise of Robert E. Lee.
The text argues that better articles justify higher profits through perception, but the public ultimately favors reliability. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is praised as dependable for coughs colds and croup and is advertised as sold by Laubach Boyd on the Square.
A citizen from Farmer City Illinois praises Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as an excellent medicine used by his whole family. He notes their baby of six months takes it freely and would not be without it, even at higher cost. The letter appears in Lincoln 3 Payne advertisements.
Mrs Wa Kirby of Akron Erie County New York reports her husband suffered two facial cancers and a lip cancer. After taking two bottles of Burdock Blood Bitters the cancers disappeared and he became completely well.
A long fragment traces Santa letters from children asking for gifts and a quirky tale where a tired editor of The Republican falls asleep at his desk and envisions a prosperous, payer-supported office. The piece blends holiday requests with a sharp look at unpaid subscriptions and editorial toil.
A damaged OCR item claims Chamberlain's P and Kulm will relieve chest pain from a prion tag and cold and prevent pneumonia. It says a tincture poultice bound to the chest eases pain and stops the threatened attack, and also cures a lame back in hours. Sold by Leabach and Boyd on the Square.
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad will sell excursion tickets to all points in Central Passenger Association territory at very low rates on December 24 25 and 31 1897 and January 1 1898. Tickets valid for return until January 4 1898. For details contact B and O ticket agents or General Passenger Agent B N Austin.
From Sire to Son presents a faded advertisement offering a free sample pack of a remedy for kidney liver and blood disorders. The message lists various agents and locations such as Wilson druggist, Oakes, Fredericksburg, and Keoche, implying a broad distribution network and free distribution terms to attract customers.
In a Saturday Lat'y session the jury found John Hofstetter not guilty of preaching into a hen house. The trial followed extended court hours with Judge Pomerene finishing the proceedings Friday night. Separately, slander suits were filed by William Palmer and Elmer Heffman against J. E. Matthews and Johr Osnight, seeking damages, while David McGrath received a 14 1/2 month sentence for burglary in Smythville. Lizzie Gelb was granted a divorce from Edward Gelb with custody of their eight-year-old daughter and alimony. Additional criminal cases were scheduled for trial in late December.
From Wayne County records a series of warranty and quitclaim deeds report transfers of real estate in Wayne County townships including Est Union Franklin Hauzhman and Salt Creek. Deeds involve Gilbert Searight Martin Sterling J Fawcett Larwill Wm Yost Cary Kauke and others with parcels in Wooster and surrounding areas. Also noted are promotional health claims for women from Pierce and an offer to obtain The People’s Common Sense Medical Adviser.
Theodore Dickman of New Bremen Ohio recommends Wright's Celery Capsules for heart and stomach trouble after trial use. He reports relief after one box and cure after a second, urging affiicted individuals to try. Sold by druggists 50c and 1.00, trial size by Wright Medical Colambus Ohio. George K Krieger druggist handling.
The essay notes many scoffers are cured by Carter's Cough Cure for coughs colds and long troubles. Some remain skeptical though, facing asthma bronchitis or grippe. The ad urges buying Carter's Cough Cure at Laubach and Boyd's druggists for 2 cents.
The Daily reports multiple death notices from Wooster area. Infant of Joseph Richwine died Tuesday east of the city. Mrs Susan Adams of West Larwill Street died after a long illness. born December 5 1818 in Clarion PA she died December 15 1897 age 79 years 10 days. Funeral at Larwill Street Friday 2 PM with Oak Cemetery interment. Josiah Kahl age ~79 a Plain township miller died at Saltneville and will be brought to Wooster for interment Monday morning. Charles Lee Sr aged 70 of Burbank died Friday from apoplexy. funeral Sunday morning at 1 o'clock.
Miss Tithecourac daughter of Mrs Herry Coad of South Bever Street was injured in a factory accident at Wooster Reserving Works on Saturday in June. She stood near an elevator edge when it moved, her foot caught, and she was brought home for medical care. Dr W Ky a examined and found a broken bone, with care planned by the company and local physicians. The incident interrupts a period of good company business and notes a shift in local opera and theater listings.
A series of elderly probate items lists guardians, administrators and heirs filing final accounts and statements of claim. Names include Jacob Palmer, Markley, Henry Ja, Harry & son, May sebroug, Geo TP Barnard, and others, with dates around February and January. Proceedings reference guardianship, estate administration, and court hearings for the Oto Heaptidal for Epileptics.
A large gathering of friends surprised Mrs Latust Hary landlady of the Nation House Thursday evening during a birthday celebration for her nephew Henry Mrgi Mra. The event featured a cordial reception, refreshments, and socializing among relatives and guests. The article also includes an unrelated medical ad discussing Hall's Catarrh Cure and Dr. Cheney Co. Toledo Ohio, promoting claims of deafness cure and a list of sales outlets.
Mr. Alert Soulle of Williamsport Pa was robbed on Spisk Street by a tall thin man who stepped from behind a tree and struck him on the head. The assailant seized Soulle's wallet containing $100 and papers, then fled up Pink Street. Soulle reported the attack to Mayor Jefferies around 1 a.m. Officers searched the area but found no suspect.
A school of Mise recital at Kauke Chapel attracted large attendance on Thursday evening. The programme featured a gallery opening and a classical concert with notable performances by Miss Glenn, Mrs Mel and Mr Hastan among others. The event closed with praise for the late composer and expressed good wishes for future prospects.
A report notes nationwide interest in canned goods prices rising next year if an agreement to curb delivery costs is reached. The discussion points to a push by producers to stabilize market prices and shield consumers from higher procured goods.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a discovery related to Abe's Foot Boseinikes, a six guard footwear tale. Mentions LeRoy Nows and a shoe statute. Patiently logged as a curious historical item with unclear details.
A brief readable fragment from a newspaper page notes a column or note about Bert L and the oldest item, with limited context and no clear event or outcome. It reads like a clipped line from a local desk page, lacking full details for precise summarization.
Samuel Harpater was arrested by Marshal Lxti Mer on Saturday for petit larceny after being found with a cleverly concealed box that concealed stolen goods. He pleaded guilty, fined $3 plus costs, and remained in custody until the fine and costs are paid.
Minon A Fiery and Jennie Fisher, David E Glasgow and Mary E Buchanan, C K Yoder and Mrs Sally Smoker, among others, were issued marriage licenses. The list records multiple couples authorized to wed.
Advertises Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for indigestion and stomach trouble. Claims faith or physician endorsement is insufficient without proper digestion. Promo states tablets digest food, strengthen nerves and heart, and improve blood. Sold by druggists for 50 cents with free book from Stuart Co. Marshall Michigan.
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