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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1903
Page
8
Local column recaps include a home fire destroying contents and near-misses, a Wooster brick train scene, and a rail worker hospitalized after a coal train collision. The article notes holiday visits, Christmas events, and community happenings across Wooster and nearby towns, with scattered personal notices and local travel details.
Judge S. B. Lacon granted Fred Mishler a divorce from Amanda Mishler on adultery grounds. The divorce was unopposed. Judge Maxwell granted a change of venue motion in the bribery case State of Ohio v. B. F. Kinney with trial location pending.
A special committee including W. D. Foss and John M. Criley visited Massillon by board of trade to discuss resuming Wooster Glass Co operations. They will report at 8 pm Wednesday in the mayor's office. Two officials were met. details were not released. Prospects for early restart appear discouraging, though the company desires a swift resumption.
Carlos Simoyer, six month old son of Charles Simoyer and wife, of Spink Street, died Monday afternoon after an illness. The cause of death is unknown. The mother alerted Dr Jon Stel, who found the infant already dead. Funeral planned for Wednesday at 9 p.m.
The committee presents memorial resolutions for Brother 4 L Numbers who has died. They honor him as loyal to the order a brave upright citizen and exemplary Christian. They extend sincere sympathy to his family and pray for comfort and hope of reunion in glory. A copy of the resolutions is to be given to the family and filed in minutes.
Judge Eason ruled the Jefferson Street sewer case did not grant an injunction against the city of Wooster. The petitioners were denied relief to block a $1,000 certificate and $3,000 bond issue for sewer work on West Larwill Street, with notice of appeal filed. The decision allows council to issue funds for the city's share and proceed if money is available, amid renewed owner opposition.
At a Monday evening meeting Canton Wright Patriarchs Militext elected officers Captain Forbes Alcocks lieutenant Frank G Borgegrain ensign Wm B Barnard accountant W C Myerschek Crus by M Tawney committee to arrange annual banquet James M Quin by Frank FE Boigegrain Wm B Barnard Fred E Faber Arch Dice to fix date later.
Attendees are invited to the Church of God on East South Street for evening revival services this week at 7 o clock conducted by the pastor. The messages are reported as very interesting and drawing larger crowds as men and women seek a fuller life in Jesus Christ.
The Wooster post office lists remaining letters for Monday December 28 1903. Gentlemen items include D and Frasher, James Obrien. Ladies include Misa Panay Livingston ToL. FLArary and P.M. designation shown.
A post memorial service was held in Port, with many absent on leave or attending elsewhere. Speakers paid tribute to deceased members including A. Moore, Henry Boole Zenus, John A. Mowe, and George S. Schorath, detailing their lives as citizens and soldiers. Rev H W Lowry led prayers and Dr Lowry offered a brief address. CAL Hesler oversaw ceremonies.
Special to Van Rerusnio AN reports a freight train wreck near morning at Vania Limited No 6. Engineer Herbert and Fireman Reifsnyder were killed. Eight passengers were badly injured as the freight allegedly disregarded orders.
The Wayne Sabbath school held its annual Christmas feast on Thursday evening and presented their pastor a small gift. Weather fair with fine roads. locals mention visiting blacksmiths. Joe Winter has corn to husk and seeks help. Jacob Shaffer plans moving to Barberton, a local loss but a gain for them.
About forty Wooster High School alumni from the class of 1808 gathered Saturday evening at Florence and Harry Kipfer’s home. Members danced played games and shared hunting and work memories. Letters from Jos Harvey and Florence Tawney regret attendance. The night featured blue and red decorations refreshments and plans for a class circular to stay in touch.
The children gave a fine Christmas entertainment on Wednesday. Lee Drabenstott who has gone to Florida says he prefers the sunny coast to snow. Wayne No 8 will celebrate its 84th annual New Years fete with songs recitations and an address by Prof Dickason of Wooster University.
In Wayne county Wooster aged 85 Mrs Bechtel died after a long illness. She was a daughter of James Parks and born on a Cedar Valley farm. Survived by five children James Bechtel Burlington Duluth David Bechtel Cincinnati John Bechtel Columbus, Jennie Baird Wooster, two sisters Emery Chicago and Newton NecDonald Wooster. Funeral held at 2 pm Tuesday.
A Christmas morning visit to a livery proprietor’s office reveals how service quality at the phone can alter outcomes. An insistent caller with a courteous tone asks after a horse while an unnamed prominent lady on Beall avenue is referenced, illustrating the impact of who answers the line.
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