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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1906
Page
4
In a December Rural Carrier note, Wayne county residents gain from anticipated rural delivery and better transport. The piece laments costly services in Charlestown and comments on debts, royalty, and notable figures while critiquing daily life and Christmas expenses.
In Washington society the focus shifts from the man behind it all to the person at the receiving line, where social influence and etiquette shape appearances and connections among the elite.
A brief note compares local transit issues with Cleveland street-railroad troubles, hinting at a demand for more of similar efforts and improvements to address ongoing frustrations.
Californians consider skipping Japan trips for health, as Thrace notes days when citizens avoid pneumonia germs. concerns rise as children improve in health awareness and effort during this period.
A notice reports W A Underwood Read died Monday night in Los Angeles California after years living there for health reasons. Former Wooster resident and head of Underwood Whip Co later merged into American Whip Co. He served on Wooster city council and, with his wife, supported the Methodist church. Survived by wife and daughter Ida Robison. Remains expected to be brought to Wooster for interment.
George Jacobs staying with Charley McFadden this winter was at home several days last week. John Campbell lost his family horse last week. Wagner and Wm. Spitler have been indisposed. A misfortune left someone injured, unable to walk well. Some scholars worked two to three hours late last week. Adenee Fetters taught Hill Top school and treated each pupil kindly Friday. A belated happy new year to all. Dr My Green Ladel.
James Cornelius formerly of Wooster is sentenced after a failed new trial motion in Canton. He faces execution by electric chair at the state penitentiary on April 26, 1907, marking his 46th birthday. The court expressed regret at the duty, while Cornelius offered no comment as he was led away.
Dec 24 events feature Miss Verna Hackett and EB BH Bevington visiting Miss Sarah Lautschie of Orrville with Miss Blanche Hurst of Fredericksburg. Frey and Rein hardt families travel to Cleveland and Sanday for holidays. Wooster visitors include R G Merriman and son, J R Moore group. Teachers Miss Anna Bott and Miss Alice Hunter receive gifts from students and staff. Notable attendees include Prof John McLaughlin and others from Pittsburgh Cleveland Oberlin Akron Barberton Canton Pennsylvania. Choral class concert well received. Prof and Mrs Clanee host high school students with festive decor and a mantel clock gift. The students’ gift honors the couple for their kindness.
Mrs Enola Morehouse remains in county jail custody awaiting indictment outcome. Prosecutor Garlin has not finalized action though most advise freeing her. Christmas at the jail included Mrs Morehouse and her husband visiting the Methodist church, and other prisoners enjoyed a holiday dinner. Alliance members connected to the Dye murder reportedly received gifts from home.
The McLennan County Texas resident Brock, aged 117, recalls a long life near Waco and Valley Mills. He attributes his health and longevity to Dr. Hartman’s Peruna, praising its protection from climate shocks, relief from catarrhal ailments, and its role during la grippe outbreaks. He notes eye trouble but says he would not be without Peruna.
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