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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1908
Page
6
A Wooster woman testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills relieved back pain and general weakness from kidney trouble. She praises them for restoring sleep and energy, noting significant improvement after using the product as directed. She urges others with kidney complaints to try Doan's Pills, purchased at local druggists.
Fred Wigle, a Cleveland jewelry worker and actor, killed his wife at their 1208 Buch Avenue apartment after a dispute. He then shot himself, leaving a note for George Mayhew and a letter detailing forgiven debt to his sister. The tragedy occurred amid Wigle’s recent marital history and ties to local theater.
The last issue of the University Voice was published by the young Indies. It features a feminine staff led by Grace Smith and others. The issue includes sports notes, student life details, and snapshots from Wooster College activities with commentary on costumes and social events. The piece also records obituaries and local notices, linking college culture with community events.
Fragmentary OCR text references Company D boys and a potential trip to Indianapolis during a period of national events. Mentions include military maneuvers, fraternity activities, and reggae-like phrases, with unclear names and dates.
Advertisement for Health Coffee from Dr Shoppet Katte Ais, claiming Made from toasted cereals with malt, promising quick coffee substitute. Mentions Pinevles as kidney aid and Kodol digestant with money back guarantee. Sold by Krieger's Drug Store with 30 days refund.
Allen O White leads local talent production A Moonabiner a Secret featuring Mr White and a cast praised for stage presence. He has performed for three years across major cities and is noted for strong instruction. The show promises a beautiful act dramatizing real life and will announce day and date soon.
An early 20th century style advertisement touts facial complexion benefits with phrases about rich red blood and clear health. It references Becky Moon and a firm Boyd & Co, presenting a cosmetic product claim in a period voice.
The article reports a pending tax ordinance enforcement risk and that City Auditor Minter has disposed of sixteen dog tags with few calls for more. It notes low interest in purchasing tags and mentions visitors to Supt Flackey's botany class in Shreveport showing apple peach and cherry blossoms and the use of modern methods to engage students. It adds Flackey’s background as a former Ingh school teacher and praises his update to education.
The Memphis Times editor endorses Foley's Honey and Tar as the best cough and lung remedy. He claims personal knowledge of many permanent cures and urges choosing the genuine product in the yellow package. Bixier's Modern Pharmacy and S. Hl. Boyd & Co. Ithsk are named.
No one is immune from kidney trouble so remember Foley's Kidney Cure will stop the aches and cure any kidney and bladder trouble within medicine reach. Brazler's Pharmacy, S. H. Boyd & Co. promotes remedies like Dean's Regulets for bilious attacks priced at 25 cents.
Charles Edward Brosco of Orrville found guilty on the second count of the indictment with the consent of the daughter Mrs Nettie Hawking. Jurors deliberated long with reports suggesting voting dynamics. Judge and attendees faced delays, as court bell and messengers influenced the proceeding while motions for new trial were filed. The case impacts the local docket with George Krieger vs Hattie Donnelly set for Friday.
The case filed by George J Krieger treasurer against Mrs Hattie Donnelly Chomep sought collection of personal taxes. Proceeding halted after plaintiff evidence. attorney Critch moved to take case from the jury, motion sustained, jury found for the defendant. jurors excused with only Gouil Moodsy noted on Feb 24.
Irvin Sterrer and Emma A. Zimmerman of Wooster. Melvin H. Berry and Lillian A. Baumann of Rittman.
An advertisement touts Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills for relief from periodic pains and backache. It claims rapid, effective relief without after effects and asserts the pills contain no dangerous drugs. A testimonial from Mrs Park of South Bend Indiana supports the product, noting monthly attacks lasting days. The ad notes a money back guarantee and 25 doses for 25 cents from Miles Medical Co.
Councilman Max Bloomberg says there is no excuse for delayed sidewalk repairs and that the Board of Public Service can obtain bonds to fund work. He notes authority in section 6 of the new Code and urges immediate action to improve every pavement in the city.
City residents report worsening road conditions Friday as frost melts and water pools on pavement. Officials warn drivers to exercise caution and expect continued slick spots amid thawing ice.
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