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Wooster Republican

Location

Wooster, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1908

Page

5

Court docket lists cases for February trial sessions

Judge Eason and the law crew set the docket Thursday for petit jurors with trials starting Feb 10. Notable cases include Objove Edward Brown and others scheduled Feb 10 to Feb 14. Bert Miller, charged in Abel Jolliff’s death, may not be brought to trial due to epilepsy and potential commitment to Gallipolis hospital. Mrs Miller recalls Miller’s long history of seizures after a heavy sugar intake.

Eason Edward Brown Hartzell Gindelsperger Tuesdy Young & Anfang Steiner Leni Melinger Stauffer W &L Shoemaker Shanklin Hazel Mowery Smith & Schott Krieger Katie Donnelly Bert Miller Abel Jolliff Miller Gallpella Boapital

Wooster Leaders Attend Tippecanoe Club Banquet

Wooster was well represented at the Tippecanoe club banquet in Cleveland on Thursday evening with Secretary of War Taft as the orator speaking on William McKinley. Wooster men Ross W. Funck Walter Doss O D Kauffman Steve Smith and W G Whitmore attended and praised the fine treatment and program.

Wooster Tippecanoe Club Cleveland Taft William McKinley Banner Ross W. Funck Walter Doss O. D. Kauffman Steve #. Smith W. G. Whitmore

Keep Your Bowels Open Promote Gentle Laxative Dr Caldwell Syrup Pepsin

Notice promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a gentle laxative tonic for constipation dyspepsia and related stomach ailments. It claims rapid results with no harsh purgatives and notes a 60 cent to dollar price. Dr Laella Underhill of Chicago’s Working Woman's Home endorses its use for residents and families.

Qualdwell Emer' Seo Te Laella Underhill Chicago Caldwalls Bering S Menon Galdwell Washington, D Tiissaldwell Bidg Monticallo Ini

Wertz Seeks Public Input on Law Reforms in Wooster

The letter from E. S. Wertz, candidate for state representative, invites residents of the county to share suggestions on laws and their effects. Wertz promises to listen and says he will hold a conference in his Wooster law office each Saturday to hear concerns from farmers, manufacturers, laborers, and all residents. He emphasizes public trust and accountability in representing the people.

The Wooster General Assembly Dong Wertz

Wooster Sidewalk Woes Prompt Letter to Editor

A Wooster resident criticizes brick sidewalks guiding the town’s sidewalk ordinance. He argues bricks loosen after rain or thaw, cites failing repairs on North Marlet Street and North Buckeye Street, and urges council action funded by taxes. He laments Wooster’s sidewalks as the worst in the area and urges walkers over drivers.

Daily Republican Wovoseter Ohio Wooster North Marlet Streat North Buckeye Street Notting Tansy

McKinley Day Event At City Opera House

The McKinley day exercise by the Kieffer circle ladies drew a full crowd at the City Opera House. Wooster Junior Orchestra accompanied vocal solos by Miss Kep and Miss Rockey, with tenor Samuel Hart, and speakers from Cincinnati and Akron discussed McKinley’s life and character and urged civic duty.

McKinley Day Exerciara Kieffer Circle City Opera House Wooster Glarrett Mre Minier Messra Richard Shibley Nsnil Mia Currie Auadience Miss Kep Misa Ethel Rockey Misa Rockey Samuel Hart Canton Hart

McKinley Celebration Thanks From Ladies of the GAR

The Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic thank all who aided the McKinley celebration. Mary Adams, president, and Nannie Hill, secretary, publish gratitude to every contributor for making the event a splendid success.

Battleships reach Punta Arenas in Magellan Strait

The American fleet of dreadnoughts anchored in Possession Bay near Dungeness point after entering the Strait of Magellan Friday. They were greeted by Chilean officials and officials aboard the vessel Magdalena island as excursion steamers prepared to carry visitors during a five day port stay.

Punta Arenas Strait of Magellan Possession Bay Dungeness Point Ganez Magdalena Island Ivon

Patrick McLaughlin Obituary Chronicle of a long life in Ohio

Patrick McLaughlin born September 19 1819 in Ireland died January 20 1908 aged 88 years 4 months 15 days He came to America in 1832 with his parents landing in New York City then moved to New Jersey before settling in Wayne County Ohio in 1887 He was father of ten children nine daughters and one son three daughters died He w as predeceased by his wife Margaret who died March 14 1806 He is survived by children Edward Anne Sarpater George Painter Elizabeth Fich Hannah Green Belle Mc Carthey Minnie Scooby and many grandchildren great grandchildren and neighbors Funeral services were held at his home south of Wooster on Wednesday at 10 o clock Rev Dale A Critz Fredericksburg officiating Interment West Side Cemetery Fredericksburg

Patrick McLaughlin Ireland America New York City New Jenacy Familly Wayne County Ohio Margaret Inet Harpster Edward Orrville Anne Sarpater Wooster George Painter Cleveland Elizabeth Fich Fredericksberg Hannah Green Washington Fairview Cemetery

Progressive Farmers Meeting Highlights 71st Year

The Progressive Farmers club at the experiment station marked its 71st year with remarks by retiring secretary Miss Margaret Stitt. New president Mrs Dare led talks onPast achievements and future needs to boost the Great Southwest crop industry. The meeting featured recitations by Bessie Baan and talks by E D Meurce and Mr Dimars, plus thanks to station staff and invitations for new members.

Progresve Experimett Margeret Stitt Mra Lytle Won Katie Los Willie Tear Bessie Baan Ubikdien Thia Old Wayne Ube Ireat Soathwest Mies Margaret Stitt Miases Lacy

Stole Bridal Trosseau Sparks Secret Wedding

Happy couple Otto Porteson and Laura Smith wed quietly at 6:00 am in the pastor Fr Frank Hileman home. The couple planned a secret trip after the ceremony but friends learned of the marriage at the Pennsylvanian depot as they left. Rice showers and a ruined bridal trousseau decoration caused the hurried departure. The Ports intend a few days with friends in Chicago before returning.

Frank Hileman Then Lutheran Church Otto Ports Charles Porta Millbrook Laura Smith Isaac Smith Wayne Township Pennsylvania Depot Ports Mrs Ports Chicago City

Annual Banquets Set by Canton Wright and Barbers

An annual banquet for Canton Wright is issued for Thursday evening February 6 at the Odd Fellows dining room described as a delightful affair. Barber colleagues announce their own annual banquet on Tuesday February 11 with preparations under way for a festive event.

Canton Wright Oddfellows

Tornado Misses Jackson Area Causes Severe Damage

Reports from Hazlehurst describe extensive property damage and loss of life after a tornado passed several miles south of the town. Regionwide destruction includes Milsaps and nearby farms with hundreds of damaged animals and thousands of dollars in property loss.

Jackson Miss Hazlehurst Lfe Dave Martin Barta Tajored Shea Martin Mr Oid

New York trade outlook and weekly review notes cautious gains

The weekly trade review reports weather impact and rising active machinery usage improving the trade situation though unemployment remains high and dealers stay cautious. Prices of common goods ease while leading commodities stay steady. Textile markets are unsettled with cotton goods facing raw material volatility amid broader disruptions.

New York KKG Dun Copsnimera

McDonald Murder Trial Defense Calls Blackmailer Claim

Chicago February 1 Webster Guerin the man at the center of Mrs Dora McDonald’s murder case was described by Chief Counsel J Hailton Lawson as a blackmailer who pursued the defendant for years. Lawson said no insanity plea would be entered and testimony on Guerin’s harassment would be used to show its impact. He claimed Guerin devised a scheme involving stolen note paper to press letters that could be construed as love letters.

Chicago Webster Guerin Dora McDonald Sadie Cueto Alan

Direct Railway Line Sought Between Wooster and Orrville

Residents between Wooster and Orrville urge a direct city link to improve transport. They expect the Masillon, Wooster and Western to survey a route south of the Pennsylvania line and north of the state road, connecting the two markets with cheaper, faster service.

Wooster Orrville Acc Aod Masaillon Weatern

Day of Prayer Observed Across Colleges

The Day of Prayer for Colleges was observed nationwide with a well attended service in Memorial chapel on Thursday morning. Rev W L McEwan of Third Presbyterian Church Pittsburg Pa delivered the sermon described as very able.

Memorial Chapel W. L McEwan Third Presbyterian Church Pittsburg

Firm Change in. Wooster Hardware Co Names New Partner

Alvert Cooley the junior member departs Wooster Hardware Co to relocate to Colorado retiring February 1. Albert S. Saurers, county recorder, purchases Cooley’s interest. The firm remains Wooster Hardware Co with Schultz Christy and Saurers continuing partners. Cooley and wife plan to relocate, while Saurers will split his time with duties as county recorder.

Alvert Cooley Veary Wooster Hardware Co Lorado Fry Jobo C Schultz Welker Christy Albert Coosley Colorado Cooley

Jury Trial Schedule For February Dates

The petit jury selections are set for February with cases listed by date. February 17 includes Werts vs Ryall and Kimber vs Roger executor. February 16 covers Cailds v Peou ayvabia Co and Nafteger v Brenneman plus several railroad disputes. February 19 features Stucker v Weimer Bros. February 20 lists Warner Moore & Co v A M Fombella Hershey & Pneer v McDowell Zarlengo v C S W Traction Co. February 21 has Walter v Wolga mat. February 24 lists Zook v Frick Co American Specialty Manufactor dog Co v Paichard Coal Co. February 95 includes Smith v Pennsylvania Co Willad v C A C Railroad Co.

Petit Jory Werts Ryall Kimber Roger Cailds Va Peouayvabia Co Nafteger Va Brenneman Anoer the Pennsylvania Co Donnelly Et al Va B. & QO. Railroad Ga Stucker Weimer Bros Thoreday Warner, Moore & Co A. M. Fombella Hershey & Pneer Ve. McDowell Zarlengo W. Traction Co Walter Va Wolgamat Zook Frick American Specialty Manufactor Dog Co. Ve. Paichard Coal Co Smith The Pennsylvania Co Willad Va C., A. &C Railroad Co

Press Points on Varfdaman Term Expiry and Currency Legislation

Gov Varfdaman’s term ended yesterday amid minimal attention from supporters. Richmond Times Dispatch notes Congress lingers on currency legislation while Coventry eyes the issue. A French legislator proposes taxing titles at 80 each, seen as trivial by some who leverage life interests. Also: Whee’s Laxative Honey and Tar cures.

Varfdaman Richmond Times Congress

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