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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1866
Page
3
A notice from A. S. McClure invites readers to attend lectures and speeches through March 28 with Tiffany and other speakers. It notes Rev Hatfield’s absence and Dickinson’s nonresponse, mentions stage costumes, and hopes for financial success despite mixed past results.
Drs Robison and Smurr dissolve their partnership. Dr Smurr moves to Cleveland. Dr Robison forms a new partnership with Dr J M Weaver formerly with the 98th Division O V I. The card appears. The printers announce new fonts and printing supplies to improve job work and paper presentation for readers.
The Monty University reports strong local support with subscriptions totaling about $100,000. Wayne Township has raised around $5,000 and Canaan is contributing well. other townships are expected to follow. Individuals are urged to give what they can to secure the funded location.
The case centers on a $4,600 defalcation alleged against A. C. McMillen, late Deputy Collector Revenue at vais. He was freed on a $3,000 bond as witnesses testified, with District Attorney J. M. Root leading for the government. Evidence proceeds, including notes from Collector Gates and testimony from Anderson of Lima.
The Wool Growers Association calls for stricter data on imported wools to ensure equal protection and supports a $6.00 dog tax to curb revenue losses. The meeting notes reference Wayne County on the 24th inst and urge mariners and others with interest to attend the Doctor’s forthcoming address for a key regional update.
The article outlines plans to locate a university funded by the Presbyterian Society of the State on lands offered by Ephraim Quinby Jr a Wooster banker. The plateau lands north of Wooster near Apply Creek, with views of hills and valleys, are explored as a site. A decision is expected April 8 at Wooster with Quinby Kauke Stibbs Robison Flattery and Welker among organizers.
Don’t forget the household improvements of the age and buy a Singer Sewing Machine for your wife and daughters. Call at the Wooster Sewing Machine Room under the Post Office in Wooster for quick, labor saving help with sewing tasks.
The Mansfield Herald quotes pride in Ashland as a new house rises amid old town stagnation. It notes carpenters were imported from Rowsburg and says Ashland, Mansfield, and Wooster rivals should boost their own interests as Ashland begins a noticeable expansion.
The Friday concert assisted by Miss Brigham drew a large attentive audience and earned high praise for merit. Featured pieces included Fortsters Quartette Bohémian Qjce and My Father's Grave-Svoi and Chorns, Dedication Ode arranged by Raimuardarr, and several piano fortes by Miss Brigham. The program showcased diverse solos duets and choral numbers with Women and boys choir performances. The overall event was credited as highly respectable and financially successful for the town.
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