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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1907
Page
4
Fragments show the Republican office damaged by a recent accident delaying printing to Thursday. The piece notes a temporary halt, mentions printers in Chicago and Collliers, and references local issues including an anti spitting ordinance in Wooster, plus political jabs at Senator Bailey and Rhode Island’s senate race.
The Wooster Republican notes letters from correspondents are missing this week due to an accident that forced printing at a different office and late press on Tuesday night. Readers are reminded to submit their letters by Monday to avoid the rush.
After years of delay the Wooster council moves to introduce an ordinance to issue 20000 dollars in ten years to improve water facilities and a 24090 dollar bond issue is discussed. The move aims to ensure safe fire protection and stable supply with broad party support while acknowledging past missteps.
Orrville plans for growth as it secures a major development, prompting regional pride and friendly competition with Wooster. The towns exchange upbeat rhetoric about progress, with Orrville viewed as poised to become a Wayne County metropolis while Wooster vows to keep pace.
A garbled column references political figures and events with names like Grover Cleveland and Asborook, mentions postage rates, travel, legal cases, and social quirky notes about crops, tides of news, and a sprawling stream of disconnected phrases. It reads like a fragmented newspaper page with mixed topics and unclear focus.
Word arrived Sunday that Dr Hervey Reed formerly of this area has died in Los Angeles California. Reed was a prominent Columbus surgeon connected with a hospital that aided the state in recent years. He was born and raised here and has many relatives. The body is expected to be brought here for burial. Local figures and ministers reacted to the news. A Presbyterian service was not held as the preacher from Chandereville failed to arrive.
Harry White Alen Miller and William Everhart, indicted for murder, briefly escaped from the jail corridor on Monday morning. They left the cage, wandered toward Rufus Bucher, who was repairing locks, then returned after being confronted. The incident exposed weaknesses in the escape setup, with the trio ultimately not attempting a full break and instead retreating to the main floor.
Local column records the death of Mr Jordan with condolences from friends. It also notes social visits and church revival activities while detailing a divorce petition filed by Mrs Flora Miller against Altnt Ho Miller. She alleges neglect, drunkenness, violent language, and failure to support their children.
Local notes report Harry Thaw in the New York trial, jurors and judges praised expert evidence while discussions of conviction appeal surface. Community columns recount church services and varied town happenings from Lodi to Ashland, with family visits and local antics.
John Haskins, of Cleveland, died Sunday. He was not a Worcester man but was well known through his marriage to Mrs Maggie Griffin and many visits. Funeral will be at 2 pm Wednesday. He leaves three daughters Hazel Gertrude and Alice, all of whom are known here.
Fo 6 Lake Webb of Wooster guests of Mrs. L 3S Lake over Sunday. Aylenworth and others visited Wooster fields. Mrs Gertrune Porter visited with friends. Kerberton 83 oral days last week. Wow Yobey returned from Creston and Marshallville. Matter Miller called on friends in Navarre. Herman Anderson of Barberton visiting parents James Anderson and wife. Miss Nelle visited Sunday with the C S Kerr family. Revs Young of Wooster and Funk of Jeromeville Sunday with the Wm Porter family. Aylesworth remains in Le very Bee area in poor condition.
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