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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1908
Page
2
Fred E Hookway, long time merchant tailor, will retire in the spring and rent his room. He cites marked changes in the tailoring trade and declining profitability both locally and nationwide as the reason for leaving the business.
Special dispatch reports F M Barton postmaster of Terrell Texas died at his home aged 57. Born May 3 1852 in Wayne County Ohio he served as Terrell postmaster since July 1 1898 and once represented Wayne County in the Ohio legislature.
Daniel Zaring and Edward Miller of Wooster assisted in arresting seven Italians linked to the Sacro Circolo. The group is described as a branch of the Black Hand, noted for threats against affluent Sewickley residents.
Wayne County records show multiple real estate transfers including L Kinsey to R Clifford Pano for outlets 28 and 2Y in Shreve at 1200 dollars. Kate A Norris and husband to Leah D Brenneman lot 83 in Smithville at 2500. Michael J Buck and wife to Wooster Gas & Fuel Co loc 1536 in Wooster at 80. Elizabeth H Smith and husband to Samuel Garver lot 1221 in Wooster. David O Landaw et al to John W Hough 3 acres and 156 rods in Chester township at 750. Manuel S Zimmerman and wife to Jobe EK Zimerman 740 acres in Greene township. W A Earphart et al to Clara Barnhart 84 acres in Milton township at 1. W A Barnhart et al to Clara Barnhart 5.40 acres in Milton township at 1. Peter Byowmar? to William C Brown lot 102 in Dalton at 165. ADMINISTRATOR S DEED E R Spencer administrator to Osa E Gatehouse 5303 acres in Chippewa township at 2850.
Walter McDonald now oversees Chicago firm projects from Davenport to Salt Lake. Rev. A P Higley aided Hyde Park church mortgage burn in Cincinnati. Rev J C Hanna welcomed twenty two into Forest church. Frank P Allen praised for singing. Dr S Palmer welcomed twenty six new members at Broad Street, Columbus. Rev James Wollaston Kirk installed pastor at Mahoning church, Danville. Rev T M Patterson now pastor of Bethany Mission Portsmouth with eight new members. Rev T C McNary leads Ssainan church as new members arrive post prayer week. Supt Giles of Hinedale joins national committee on College Entrance Requirements and elected VP of Whinvis Association’s Teachers. praised for Wooster English work.
Coroner Charles Zaring filed two verdicts with Clerk Barrold on Saturday. William Elerkues died on a street car from unknown causes. Gothieb HKichar was found hanging in a shed at the infirmary and died by his own act.
An ad style snippet touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for cuts and burns and Pineules for kidney relief. It promotes Dr Shoop’s Catarrh Remedy with a free trial offer and money back guarantee, plus Foley’s Honey and Tar for colds. Krieger’s Drug Store and Bixler’s Modern Pharmacy are named.
A special jury will decide if Bert Miller stands insane at the time of Abel Jodill’s death. Miller, known for epilepsy, faces a murder charge with possible commitment to an insane asylum or epilepsy hospital. Jury drawn. trial scheduled Wednesday with two thirds required for a verdict on mental condition. Names of jurors listed from Chippewa and surrounding areas.
Committee members refuse to reveal if talks toward settlement are underway or if the glass works case will go to trial. They note past halts due to public disclosure and say they aim to avoid a halt again. Unless a settlement is reached, the case could be called for trial at any day.
University of Wooster alumni led by President LEE Holden praised a $25 total endowment gift described as the greatest tribute. Dr Goven noted the funds came in mostly small amounts and that Svergens sought representation in the donation pattern.
The undersigned return sincere heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for kindness and sympathy at the death and funeral of their son Clarence Blosser. Gratitude is extended to the teacher schoolmates and others for moral offerings and support. DF BLOSGER AND WIEEL
An assortment of old patent medicine notices and ads claim cures for catarrh and coughs, promising $100 rewards for proof of failure. Includes testimonials, cautions to take only genuine products, and references to Foley’s Honey and Tar and other remedies. Mentions veterinary services and a digestive preparation sold by local druggists.
Senator Vanover declined to discuss his war vote when approached by The Republican reporter. He claimed no grievance with The Republican and said he had not committed to any position even to his wife or household, asserting the paper misrepresented his intentions. He added that he would not disclose how he planned to vote.
In heavy weather, Modern Woodmen held a second class admission night. Frank Ackerman led the meeting as chief. new members soared with fifteen applications, a record for any meeting. The gymnasium and club room overhaul drew praise and plans to finish before the upcoming annual banquet on Tuesday evening, June 20.
Colonel Edward Vollrath reports on a military meeting and the Ohio National Guard offers with Adjunct General Critchfield. A general discussion in Indianapolis this year considers the possibility of full mobilization with multiple Ohio regiments expected to camp there and participate.
A fragmented Wooster Chronicle item recalls a rough night near the Opera House gutters with a janitor named Reid guiding water flow and Mr Kettler briefly soaked after opening a ditch. The report shifts to Rev Shellenberger and remarks on Hick Almanac weather prophecies, then moves to a shoe-string vendor tale in Wooster and a winter freight engine note with Pennsylvanian trains and local remarks on prices and repairs.
A long OCR fragment touts a constipation cure pep syrup as inexpensive and easy to obtain. It claims widespread success and urges readers to ask their druggist for a bottle, promising relief and renewed energy. Strong emphasis on inexpensive, accessible remedy.
A string of accidents includes Mrs Wantel Hupp breaking her leg on ice and Mira Lorn injuring herself. Dr J Claney performed surgery. W D Harper, a veteran shoe supplier, faces paralysis. The state fire inspector ordered new fire escapes. Local officials discuss a potential centennial celebration for Wooster, with prominent figures urged to attend and promote the event.
A dubious advertisement touts spring health lore, claiming humors surface seasonally and can be treated by products like Hond's sarsaparilla and Doan's pills. It promotes Dr Shoops Restor ative and Kodol as remedies for stomach and digestive issues, with claims of quick relief and targets the heart kidneys and bowel. The text cites local drug stores Krieger's Drug Store and various merchants, urging readers to test these so called vital truths.
An ad touts Rieg’s Dyspepsia Tablets from Bixler’s Pharmacy and S. H Boyd offering fast relief for indigestion, dyspepsia, and stomach trouble. It promises two days of treatment and urges readers to ask their druggist. Sold at Kriegler’s Drug Store.
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