21 Feb 1900
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1900
Page
1
Fragmentary case record recounts a long marriage split begun in 1844 with abandonment claims. The plaintiff seeks recovery of lands, asserting fidelity and support over years while the husband resided elsewhere. Court proceedings and judgment are noted but details are unclear.
An old advertisement promotes Dr. Yasid Kennedy's Favorite Remedy for kidney and bladder issues. It claims tests of urine can indicate illness and offers a free trial bottle, sent postpaid to readers who mail their address to Rondout NY, with payment only required on larger bottle purchases.
An annual initiative to advance civil service reform is being joined by Junip in the National Congress, signaling renewed efforts to overhaul bureaucratic structures and improve public administration.
Fragments discuss Toledo notoriety and railway delays through Wooster, a list of vice presidency candidates, and British South Africa actions. References to Bryan’s viability in Colorado, U S silver questions, and tariff shifts. Also mentions church baptism methods and a repentant sinner contemplating salvation.
In Wooster a public statement asserts no deception in Morrow’s Kid-ne-oids advertising. Testimonies from local residents claim relief from nervousness and sleeplessness, including Frank Phelps of Maiden Lane who reports back pain and insomnia improved after two weeks of use. Manufactured by J Morrow & Co., Springfield, Ohio.
A critical pamphlet argues Andrew Carnegie and John D. Rockefeller exemplify generous wealth used to endow libraries and colleges while condemning Standard Oil profits. It links oil price rises to monopolistic control, questions moral philanthropy, and notes legal suits against Carnegie Steel amid broader public finance concerns. The piece mentions government armor needs and calls for scrutiny of corporate largesse. It also odd mentions Montana Klondike interest and a few local notes on court cases and politics.
Decisions handed down by Judges John J. Adams M. Douglass and R. M. Vorhees, with notices of appeals to the Supreme Court, list multiple cases. Samuel Manly vs. Alexander Carl awards Manly one sixth of Carl’s 120 acre tract plus rents and profits, affects 260 acres via partition orders and commissions. Other cases involve contracts, misfortune, and errors in Common Pleas rulings, with remands and affirmations noted.
Public interest grows as Dry King Discovery for consumption and coughs reports giving away over ten million trial bottles. The medicine claims to cure asthma bronchitis hoarseness and all throat chest and lung diseases with satisfaction to users and a money back offer. Call on balance church and Boyd druggists for a free trial and purchase details.
The body of Michael Gorman formerly of Wooster arrived from Witteburg at noon Thursday and was laid to rest in Marys Catholic cemetery. He died Tuesday night in a hospital from a complication of diseases, about 36 years old, once an operator in an oil exchange in Pittsburg, and is survived by his wife and a daughter. Pallbearers included James Roberts, Nicholas Roberts, Taint Roberts, John Landers, and Thomas Eitzgerald. The notice also includes a testimonial for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy from Mr Glass of Gardiner, Me, praising its effectiveness against a winter cold and cough. For sale by Laubach & Boyd. kFeb
Judge Eason on Saturday morning granted a divorce to Mrs. Phoebe Shanklin from George Shanklin on grounds of gross neglect. The decree gives her full possession of property, $200 alimony, and $50 yearly support for their minor son. The Shanklins formerly lived near Dalton. Mrs Shanklin now resides in Warsaw.
A Ta ville Indiana man, J. W. Gardner, endorses Electric Bitters for stomach liver and kidney troubles, loss of appetite, and fatigue. He claims the tonic renewed his strength and appetite, enabling him to eat anything. Sold for 60 cents at Laubach & Boyd's drug store, with guarantee.
The Heidelberg University board of regents tonight chose Rev. S. C. Goss D D current pastor of the First Reformed Church in Wadsworth Ohio to serve as chancellor. He indicated his acceptance of the post.
A railroad bond case leads to four decisions by Judge M Roomm after reviewing the U. S. demurrer and stance on whether claims in the blocked chords are valid. The ruling centers on technical questions in the court and the implications for the rail line involved.
A fragmented news item notes a large gathering led by A. M. Parris, with references to numerous attendees and a forthcoming appointment. The text hints at the employ of a key organizer and a major plan in progress, signaling a pivotal event for the group.
Reports from Show Francisco name Private Melville S Keister of Company J 12th Infantry as among the dead aboard the hospital ship Missouri on the Manila to San Francisco voyage. Father J A Keister of Millbrook travels to confirm and arrange burial with Congressman McDowell assisting.
Congressman John J McDowell sent a telegram to the War Department seeking confirmation of Private Melville Keister’s death. A reply from Washington dated February 16 reports Private Keister of Company I Twelfth Infantry died aboard the hospital ship Missouri on January 4 from chronic dysentery.
A historical notice claims Theo Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cured a Newark man named Steadmad after a bull strike during the Civil War era. The ad touts cures for cuts bruises burns felons skin eruptions and piles, with a 24 count box sold by Laubach and Boyd druggist.
John Oto of near Marshallville died on Friday from consumption. The notice warns the dangers of colds and la grippe leading to pneumonia. It states Chamberlain's Cough Remedy can prevent danger and cure a cold or la grippe quickly. Sold by Ladbach & Boyd, druggists. on the Squark. February
Wayne County deed listings show multiple transfers: Wes ly J Winkler and spouse to Winkler Horse Co for Orrville lots 104 105 106 and others. Ohio Farmers Insurance to Charles N Taylor 23 acres in Milton Twp. Sadie A Head to Lucinda Scheneman lot 181 West Salem. Peter Swir to Sinclair Jaicks rods in Plain Twp. Alexander Hi Postlewait to John W Baugh Orrville lot 276. Anna Eberly to Jacob Snavely Orrville lot 334. John Schrock to Allen Buckwalter 12 acres Greene Twp. Frederick Haller assignee to George B Kaufman Oscar D Kaufman lots 8 13 Austen for 66.50. G B Kaufman O D Kaufman to F Nicofle quit claim. John Buttereth to Margaret Smith Wooster lot 1201. Isaac J Cea to Charles I Franklin Twp 5. Ishar Geitgey administrator to Jacob Frick Wooster Twp 73 acres. Nettie Messher to Feppds Messner Wooster Twp 16 acres 1. Daniel Shafer to Minnie S Weigley 35 acres Milton Twp. Daniel Shafer and wife to Minnie S Weigley 137 acres Milton Twp to Cangan Twp 1100.
A garbled OCR passage offers few readable facts and names. The fragment hints at a person or event but lacks clear details, dates, places, or organizations to identify a concrete news item or outcome.
Samples of imitator baking powders sold door to door or in groceries are dangerous to use in food and are prohibited in many cities. Alum is a corrosive poison and physicians condemn baking powders containing it.ROYAL BAKING POWDER CO. 100 William Street New York.
The 11th annual Ohio Intercollegiate Oratorical Contest was staged at the Grand Opera House Springfield. Arthur Gingrel of Wittenberg won first place with Wittenberg taking the top honors. Wooster and Hiram placed second and third amid protest over the judging results. The association will meet in Wooster February 21, 1901, with a banquet at Arcade Hotel.
A Springfield dispatch reports Wooster University and Hiram College delegates expressing dissatisfaction with the decision. The brief mentions unsettled questions and potential follow up actions by the two institutions in response.
An eastbound freight wreck near the stone cut above the distillery pulled down a train drawn by engine 336 piloted by engineer Dalzell of Alliance and conductor David Long of Wooster. Four cars loaded with merchandise were torn from the track, though the cause remains unknown, with trucks under the first car suspected.
John Vaughn was found guilty of criminal assault on Mary Butler at Millershure after the jury convicted him Saturday afternoon. Source notes the verdict followed the trial proceedings and jury deliberation.
Wooster Commandery No. and Knights Templar plan elaborate Ascension Day services with all Masonic bodies in the jurisdiction expected to attend.
A Shreve, Ohio boy, age 26e, ran away from home last Sunday afternoon. Gearhart and the Young Hizer family helped track him down after authorities learned he had lied about his name and age. Superintendant Jarvis coordinated the effort and the boy was brought back home.
J Green from Mortland and I ineheart of Wooster. Campbell of Lorain and Lee of Sterling Percell Hankin township. Junes L Force of Shreve.
The text describes nerves that jump at every noise and keep one awake, causing back and temple pain, heart palpitations, irritability, and restlessness. It links poverty of nerves to loss of appetite, digestion issues, and disrupted heart function, portraying a cycle of illness and fatigue.
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