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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1899
Page
1
A home dyeing guide promotes Diamond Dyes to revive faded dresses coats and suits at low cost. It claims fifty colors and simple directions let users color ribbons feathers waists and even heavy garments to look fashionable and like new, emphasizing durability and proven results.
Fragmented, unverifiable notes report General Kagan planning a not guilty plea on a lab issue and vague adjournment rumors from a war investigations panel. Messages reference Pomppine women seeking permission to fight, admiration for short hair on soldiers, and a dubious West Virginia Republican election shock amid distrustful tone.
The text casts Aguibaldo as empowered to wage war on the Americaos whenever he sees fit. It suggests Mr. Ag atoaldo may find himself confronting a force more vigorous than a barbed wire fence, implying a formidable challenge ahead.
Analyzing the tense debate over expansionist policy and pensions, the article notes a British influenced stance on treaty ratification next week. It highlights Sen Qaiy and Pennsylvanian district attorney battles, and discusses Ha gan's court martial and immunit y pledges affecting witness credibility amid shifting wartime policy.
In rapid succession, notices report the deaths of L. Saal from heart disease after a brief illness, Mrs Susan Hammer aged local matriarch, and Mrs W. F. Guoynes of Bluffton with a long list of survivors. The items note Saal's German birth, Chicago business ties, and pending funeral. Hammer’s lineage and Sunday service. Guoynes’s four children and church ties, all reflecting community mourning and succession. Also announced is the death of Dr John Usavin Rice, former Cheltenham Military Academy president, from heart failure with details on his tenure and marriage.
In the Republican race for Attorney General, John L. Lott of Seneca County emerges as a leading savant candidate. A Heidelberg College graduate and former private secretary to J. K. Richards, Lott is described as a capable lawyer and prolific writer. He served as an assistant to Richards during his tenure and has demonstrated extensive familiarity with state legislation and tax law litigation. Lott supported the Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station move to Wooster, bolstering local ties amid Seneca County's strong candidacy efforts.
James A. McKesl of Wooster, in 2241 Infantry, praises army life from Fort Crook Nebraska. He describes meals, pay, drill, and freedom, mentioning 1400 men in his regiment, letters to employer Matt Staller, and his brother Harry's mixed feelings about service. He says the army is the best job he ever had. A Canton banker seeks information about a man tied to a fraudulently drawn 3500 draft on the Huot Bank at Massillon cashed in Fra, Pa.
Mrs Lucy McNutt of Brush Valley Pa says Celery King cured her daughter’s nerves and sleepless nights after weight loss. The ad lists 2c and 50c packages and names Wayne County agents W A Wilson Wooster W H Campbell Congress W B Overs Golden Corners J S Fickes Blackleyville W O Frink Co Austin W B Jers Millbrook I a onnnet Co Shreve Dr Winkler Apple Creek J H Kteet gs J E Lemouin eth Ja o Hoak Wi Lebanon R J Sacon Dalton Wenger Burton Citys Plunder Co Matahallville
A mongrel dog described as a pug cross bay dog was seen roaming Sunday from Frank Culberteon’s home toward William Hitler’s place and Hiram Warner’s property. It snapped at Warner’s dog, frothing at the mouth, and was shot on Pinnicks’ porch after Warner pursued and dispatched it with a life gun.
Joho C. Larwill of Mansfeld plans a grand mausoleum in Wooster cemetery to honor his parents and family. The $20,000 structure would be a lasting memorial, with Wooster Cemetery Association offering a site and awaiting his acceptance, given the family’s early roots in Wooster.
A chaotic campus update notes iAwad Gladias of Egypt to lecture at Canaan, Beeler spending Sunday in Eston, Miss Keselburne visiting in Burbank, and Dr. Kirkwood hoping to rejoin the pig class soon. University events include the Castalian Society entertainment, Rev Dempster preaching, and several staff movements plus student absences.
A long obituary column details deaths and memorials from Jefferson area towns. Mrs Mary E. Spangler, Mrs Daniel Weimer, Mrs Mary Webb, Jonas Shreve, and others are listed with ages, family relations, churches, and funeral plans. The notice notes a soft coal market shift in Massillon affecting prices.
An early 20th century promotion touts Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as strengthening feminine organs and aiding childbirth. It claims decades of study and 40 years of refinements to relieve weakness, pain, and inflammation, making delivery easier and ensuring healthy children.
Farmers face delays and losses from livestock accidents. Dr J B McLean's Volcanic Oil Liniment is promoted as an instant, permanent flesh healer for damaged animals. Available in bottles of 25c, 50c, and $1 at Laubach & Boyd. Also advertised are products claiming to regulate and tone the stomach.
A historical ad copy asserts catarrh as a constitutional disease and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio. It claims internal dosing from 0 drops to a teaspoon and offers a $100 reward for any case it fails to cure, inviting readers to request circulars and testimonials.
An ad touts life insurance protected by bank backed paper from Capitol City Bank of Columbus though author warns against naming the bank. It promotes Wiehe Celery Capsules for liver kidney stomach issues and rheumatism with a 100 day treatment at ic a day and a money back promise via a sight draft. Also promotes a watch offering a refund if the bank fails to cure. Sold by Geo Kreigel.
Special Correspondence from Tug Keruslakian, Leestown, Aug. A terrible accident Saturday afternoon on the arc injured Clarence, about 11, and a young boy of Der Pu, as they fell. One boy carried the other, they toppled, and the weight pinned the skull to the pavement. The youth suffered a crushed base skull. physicians performed an operation and prognosis remained uncertain. The other boy was shaken but not seriously hurt.
Serious charges are disclosed as the full indictment is made public alongside other ongoing court matters. The release confirms multiple counts and identifies involved parties and case numbers as part of routine judicial procedure. Further specifics appear in the public record.
Judge Maxwell handles Jacob W. Clapper arbitration appeal and Crane Breed Co versus Crystal Burial Co case while indictments are revealed including riot charges. Death notices report Mrs McClarran, Mrs Kehoe, Mrs Solliday, and Mrs McBride with funeral details and community tributes in Wooster area.
The Washington correspondent of the Cincinnati anyutter and Rep McDowell visited until Monday morning to discuss rural free delivery from Wooster to Guidenocuvre an eight mile distance An inspector will be sent to view the proposed route which will probably be established
A list of jurors drawn to hear the case of Daviel Frage et al in Milton Township. Names include Henry Yoder and others from Sugar Creek, Canton, Chippewa, Paint, East Union, and neighboring areas. The panel, selected by County Commissioner Jono Myers, is to report on compensation and cabager.
Quitclaim deeds and warranty deeds recorded by Florian Schaffler, including James Low et al to Franks Sultaman Lot 105 in West Salem for 500, James H. Carlin and wife to Mary J. Lawrence Lot Nos 63 and 64 in Congress for 108, Sarah A. Hixon and husband to Mary Bandnpr Lots 19 20 in Sterning for 600, Er. R. Spence administrator of Darnthy Galehouse to EmmaC De Nigelot Lot 83 10 in Doylestown for 40, Rachel Speicher to Juhaspidle Lot 63 10 acre Paint Township for 300, Ida M. Derr to E. W. Bruroter undivided 4 8 of 84 acres Wooster Township, Willis Hageman and wife to Jacob W. Staude 16 acres Chester Township for 3600, John R. Crusher and wife to Charlene E. Patterson Parcels 19 and 20 in West Salem for 40, Jrab Couran to Daniel Deffenbaugh and A B Deffenbaugh Parcel No 114 to Marionville for 200 and other considerations.
Industrial interests led by Warrop attorney for Eastern Incandescent Globe Co seek Wooster site choice as a definite decision nears next week. Proposals from two other cities are also under review, with details withheld until a formal reply is issued.
Committees report high demand for tickets with early secured allotment already surpassing last year. Dr Hil of widow Rev T De Witt Talmage lauds speaker as original elevated vivacious and thrilling. Ideal Mandarin Glad and Orchestra (colored) from Cleveland add magical attractions. Fall capacity of Yoder's banquet room likely. Citizens urged to obtain tickets promptly and tell neighbors. REPUBLICAN note urges subscription.
The report lists multiple probate actions including administrators and appraisers for estates of Swart Myera Hagerman N. Dinsmore and others. It notes hearings, second accounts, and bonds, with March 3 scheduled hearing. A passing reference discusses public sentiment over wartime immunity for the President and related fallout.
At a late hour Saturday night manager W L Firestone closed the Western Union office for the night. A stove draft unknown caused intense heat that scorched woodwork, with a full height iron plate between wall and stove preventing a blaze. Had the fire broken out, heavy losses would have resulted.
Mr and Mrs Jacob Frick entertained Wooster clergy and their wives at a dinner honoring Rev. Gidon C Smith the new Zealand Evangelical Lutheran pastor and his wife. The Host and guests included numerous local pastors and their spouses in a warmly welcoming event.
An awkward meeting of the Yuty Oo organization was held at First Presbyterian Church last night with Judge H KH Swarz presiding. A committee was formed to recruit new members and raise funds, aiming to add 20 by next report. The group plans a benefit event at the Opera House on North Market Street and seeks 50 to 100 youths from nearby areas. The next gathering is scheduled for next Wednesday at 8 o'clock.
Wayne Cooty Ctrewit Cart will convene at Wooster on Tuesday next with Judges John J. Adams M. Douglas and Jubhn M. Swarp on the bench. The docket lists cases including Victor Gallagher v Edward A. Bougomar and Robert W. Liggets et al exs Mary J. Liggett et al appeals. Proceedings cover administrator and executor matters with several errors noted in OCR.
A man named Mr. Garey disposed of his interest in the firm DCL Curry Co as of noon today. At dawn Mr. Ltnn visited Curry’s North Bever Street home and, on behalf of the amploples of D C Curry GCs and Sampe Amer, presented a token with a beautiful giver and a razor. Curry’s employes admired him, and the token is expected to bring back pleasant recollections of his life in Wynater.
Fragmented ad copy for shoe or foot care product promising relief for tired swollen feet and sore shoes. Mentions father or family relation, 25 cent price, and a stray product pitch with unclear origin and address.
Ohio lawmakers push Davis law to curb minor employment in factories shops and mercantile establishments. Provisions set age limits night work caps meal breaks daily hour totals and records with penalties for violations. Enforcement falls to inspectors with fines and possible jail time. school district truant officers assist in enforcement.
Dayton Ohio resident tiivam Imal and Laura Leiber of Wooster announce a marriage license. Cleveland’s John Little weds Maggie Keefe of Wooster. Joan J. Piasterer and Eva L. Ar pole of Heedsbare. Wm Henry Yeiger weds Maud Emiy Fr say of Philadelphia. Francie A James of Motriand with Bobby F. Swinehart of Soreve.
In Wooster the 1496 statement by J P Van Nest linked Doans Kidney Pills to radical kidney cure. He recounts five years later being cured and cites others helped by the treatment. Zimmers druggists and Foster Milburn advertise the pills at 50 cents a box, urging readers to remember the brand.
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