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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1905
Page
3
The Whe Wooster forecast is upbeat as coach L W St John notes eighteen players traveled to Columbia on Nov 25 with fifteen likely in school next fall. A core of twenty five is in better shape than this season, promising higher standings and harmony across football basketball and baseball.
Two boys in the city distributed begging letters claiming Christmas aid from the Balvation Army and collected cash donations at several homes. Chief Lerner was notified as investigators seek the culprits, who have prior records. the matter will be settled without naming them and warned of legal penalties if misbehavior continues.
Mrs. Grace Gumper of 7 Orrville was granted a divorce from George Gumper on Friday by Judge Banon. The couple’s custody arrangements for their minor daughter were decided, while the whereabouts of the husband remain unknown. Orrville attorneys represented the plaintiff.
Wooster factory workers and Lloyd Sanborn presented Mr. and Mrs. Childs with a rocker as a surprise gift. The Monday Club invited husbands and guests to a New Year gathering at 140 Beall Avenue. Mrs. Mateer and Mrs. Fulton hosted a Christmas tea for about 100 guests on East Bow St. Decorations featured red and green. An evening reception for about fifty guests followed with dainty refreshments. Invitations issued for the marriage of Miss Lilian V. Henrici of Canton to R. A. Pollock of North Lawrence on January 8 at the bride’s home. Pollock serves as state senator starting his new term.
Mrs Enola Morehouse a West Salem woman jailed in Cleveland and wanted in this county is said to be forming a close bond with Mrs Cassie Chadwick. They chatter together and discuss misery, with Chadwick allegedly unhappy about the food she has received. The account notes stomach and liver troubles among the women and references tense situations as the narrative closes with uncertain outcomes.
The piece, titled Christmas Carol for the Republican, presents a hymn-like narration of Christ’s birth. It recounts the Holy Saviour's birthplace and the heavenly chorus, urging a triumphant praise and peace on earth with the new-born King.
In St Paul Minnesota on December 20 the jury in a United States court found W T Horsnell and Royal D Stearns of St Paul guilty of frauds linked to South Bakofa lands. Stearns once lived in Fort Pierre Dakota and Horsnell ran an employment agency in St Paul. The scheme sought homestead entry signs, land possession then rental to cattlemen for grazing per testimonies.
Emporia Kansas officials report the Banta Fe passenger wreck appears to be the act of train wreckers. A clawbar and wrench stolen from a toolhouse were found near the scene, matching a prior May ditching near Emporia. Also reported, Mrs Ina Berry underwent eye removal surgery after a prolonged railway coach standoff in Girard, losing her left eye to ammonia.
Philippine Tari Bil Washington December 20 By a vote of 5 to 4 the house committee on ways and means reported favorably the Payne bill admitting all Philippine products into the United States free except sugar and tobacco which are to pay 25 percent of the Dingley rates until 1909 when they also go on the free list.
Washington DC main building of the Boys Reform School burned causing about 50000 dollars in losses. In Madison county Algz a farmer named William McCarty killed his wife then chloroformed himself at home. Governor Lafollette sent his resignation to the Wisconsin legislature to take effect the first Monday.
Postmaster Flattery directed the post office to substitute wagon delivery during the Christmas rush in Wooster. The service started Friday and will run through noon Monday, reducing trips by other carriers. Carrier Clark and substitute Alex Bruce lead the wagon effort, with John Bruce on Clark's route.
Early Saturday a thief broke a rear door pane at the Monger saloon and opened a cigar box under the bar, taking $27.25 and a few dollars from the cash register. The crime appeared planned by someone familiar with the premises as witnesses heard glass break and one man was seen near the hotel alley.
University basketball team defeated company D five Wednesday evening in the armory. The varsity led 22 10 at halftime and dominated early. In the second half company rallied scoring 13 while the university tally was 12 final score 34 28.
Following are the names of the pupils in St Marys School who made 160 per cent on 140 words to appeal: Florence Elispermann, Wilhelmina Meyer, Elvira Zarleng, Cusack, Adeline Varese. Dates not provided.
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Governor Pattison’s election ushers in a scramble among Wayne county politicians for key posts. About twenty five seek the guard at the Ohio penitentiary with Major E F Gerlach likely to join as an assistant to the adjutant general. Price Russell rivals hope to land state fire marshal. Frank Ault aims for chief clerk of the new roads commission. Rev W P Schott may be chaplain at the penitentiary. John Waffle is talked about for a state house position.
Effort underway to take company D to Columbus in January for Governor Pattison's inauguration. It would not require a large cash outlay and could be arranged easily if company boys choose to attend. The decision rests with company members and will be made in a few days.
Yoeum's Bixler Business College closes Friday for holiday vacation. Fall and winter attendance has been larger than usual with desks added to another department to accommodate students. Many new pupils are expected to enter at mid-winter term January 2 and 8.
A Wooster Delivery Company horse driven by Fred Snyder bolted down South Market Street this morning while Snyder was briefly away from the wagon. The horse turned into an alley near the Mongey coast aid before entering its barn, breaking the wagon and causing a commotion as bystanders watched.
On a South ern railway car two prisoners, Isaac and Edward Marshall, who were being taken for larceny, tried to escape and kill Constable Kingston. A gunfight broke out as the train sped, leaving Kingston and Isaac Marshall dead and Edward Marshall fatally wounded. Passengers dodged bullets during the hourslong confrontation before the fighting ended. The Marshalls, jailed in Sims, N, were en route to Wayne City for a preliminary hearing when the attack occurred.
Chicago report states Chicago Beef Packers and related individuals charged with conspiracy in restraint of trade will go to trial January 9 1900 after 82 veniremen questioned. Jury consists of five farmers three real estate dealers two carpenters one stock raiser and one printer. verdict will determine whether packers stand trial on main charge or gain immunity based on Garfield investigation evidence. Moscow siege ends as 12 000 people escape aquarium siege via schoolhouse and some wounded as rails overturned by mob.
Weekly business failures numbered 235 with 249 last Hire week. Edwin J Tapley, a Black man accused of wife murder, hanged at Jersey City county jail. Turkish envoy Batoum reports Armenians massacre Tartars at 500 daily. Warren Woodworking factory Balviders Maryland destroyed by fire causing $60,000 loss. Royal decree renames 97 places in Prussian Poland to German names.
Johsi Frankae of Apple Creek district died Wednesday morning from heart disease. Born in the county 83 years ago, he lived his life here and was esteemed in the community. County recorder L. Franks note his passing as a loss to the area. The obituary reflects local respect and a quiet, unfamiliar naming.
New York December hearing reveals Mutual Life officials used profits from securities sales to mask real estate losses. Testimony shows auditors followed instructions from President McCurdy and VP Grannis to shift figures, while Vanderpoel and others claim they did not uncover or report these manipulations. The committee details gaps in audits and knowledge of year end loans and collateral practices.
Fairmont West Virginia December 23 The jury on the murder charge against Mrs Helen May Payton reported an impasse It was revealed she and Frank Wright reportedly married weeks after Payton's husband’s death Wright is held as an alleged accessory The case reflects a complex succession of events surrounding the Payton murder and related inquiries.
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