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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1906
Page
7
An ad touts Hyomei as a scientific treatment for catarrh composed of healing gas oil and baleage. It highlights physician endorsements, a pocket inhaler, and an outfit price plus 50 cent refills, claiming it costs nothing unless it cures. Krubach & Boyd report strong sales and guaranteed results.
Wayne’s Sen Wayne VanOver and Beatty oppose proposed cuts to circuit judges and common pleas judges as the fees and salaries committee postpones action. A compromise offer to lower pay met resistance from lawyers and county officers lobby. Representative Wertz also left the committee in protest.
John W W Sands died suddenly while eating supper after months of illness. Funeral 19 am Sunday from his residence south of the city with interment at Apple Creek. Born in York County, he lived in East Union and Wayne counties, married Nancy J. Miller in October 1854, leaving three children G Lorler Elizabeth A and John W Sands. A Democrat and longtime well regarded neighbor.
Attorneys and creditors met in Smithville seeking a settlement of the bank's claim against Cleveland Rolling Roadway Co. The gathering, lasting most of the day, occurred at the office of H 9 Wertz, counsel for the Smithville group.
Representative E S Wertz did not vote on the local option bill granting women the vote. He left for Columbus at noon, so it is presumed he did not reach Columbus in time for the event.
The ad touts nerve energy as the life current in brain nerves feeding organs. It promotes Dr Miles Restorative Nervine as a fuel to strengthen nerves and restore vitality. It claims a money back guarantee if not beneficial and advertises a price of 1.25.
Mrs Grace Calver Taggart is not present as her appeal proceeds in the Circuit Court. Attorneys request a continuance due to her inability to cross the ocean and reach Wooster. Judge Smyser notes uncertainty about Taggart’s whereabouts while Major Laggar leaves for the Philippines. the case remains in doubt until Friday proceedings.
Clay E. Hettinger formerly of Ashland and now Barberton reported his horse and buggy stolen on February 8. William Deffenbaugh said he bought the outfit from a man named J B Dolan of Orrville for 45 dollars cash, with rest due February 10. Deffenbaugh was arrested by order of Chief Lerner. Mayor Van Nest set bond at 300 dollars.
About 80 Wooster teachers with 10 to 15 more planned to attend the Northwestern Ohio Teachers convention in Cleveland Friday evening and Saturday. The visit includes tours of Cleveland schools to gain new ideas. Wooster schools will be closed tomorrow for the trip. return to Wooster Saturday evening.
Reporters note petition drives linger with missing names as leaders plan an evening meeting. Frantic efforts aim to verify signatures, with organizers stating they may not know the exact count until more names are added.
Walter C McClure wires Dr Kate Johnson reports the death of Mrs Capt Addison S McClure in Wooster after a heart ailment. She was a prominent musician and civic leader, long tied to First Presbyterian church. Funeral held with Rev S F Scovel officiating. interment in Wooster Cemetery.
Mrs Enola Morehouse indicted for murder in Wayne county and held in the Federal court for alleged misuse of the mails was arraigned Wednesday. She pleaded not guilty before the bar as Judge Adams of Lorain commented he doubted Wayne county authorities intended to try her.
Reports from St Petersburg say a final clash between reactionary and progressive forces in the government nears resolution. The central issue is the removal of extraordinary powers held by frontier generals and the potential resignations of Minister Durnovo or Premier Witte and other cabinet members. In New York, Dun weekly notes steady trade, with spring dry goods sales buoyant despite looming strikes, while steel deliveries lag and woolen reports vary.
The Rev. J. C Warren of Sharon Baptist Church Belair Ga calls Electric Bitters a God send and claims two bottles cured his lame back stiff joints and general weakness. He walked a mile in half an hour and then three miles in fifty minutes. The ad touts Electric Bitters as a remedy for weakness and stomach liver and kidney complaints with a 50 cent price and a Laubach Boyar drug store guarantee. It also promotes DeWitt's Little Early Risers for headaches constipation and liver issues, available at all druggists.
Advertisement warns customers to beware of imitations of Foley's Honey and Tar a throat and lung remedy from Foley and Co Chicago. It emphasizes the genuine product comes in a yellow package and urges customers to ask for Foley's Honey and Tar to ensure the best remedy for coughs and colds.
James H. Tracy born February 8 1835 died February 5 1906 at 3 pm aged 71 years and 11 days married Sarah Jane Harrison January 1 1887, father of nine children, two surviving sons and sisters. served in Civil War 4 years and taught for about 30 years. funeral at his residence led by Rev A M Bird. Other obituaries include Mrs Rhoda A Fuhriman died February 7, Caleb Shreve aged 84 and Sally Crow. David R McNamara 4 died in Akron. mentions kin and memorials.
Prosecutor Carlin filed eight petitions in the Court of Common Pleas to recover forfeited recognizances. Margaret Kesfa and Margaret Little, bondsmen for Lawrence Keefe, indicted for grand larceny. Robert Hatfield, bondsman for John Al Moore, indicted on seven counts for obtaining property under false pretenses. Amounts include six at 100 dollars and one at 150 dollars. Moore, a Cadiz man, swindled farmers to buy horn. Hatfield allegedly indemnified by Moore, who is a fugitive from justice.
Several patent medicine notices promote Dean's Kidney Pills for backache and kidney distress with endorsements from W F Young employee at Harding & Co. Wooster. Claims include quick relief, nationwide availability, and price. Other ads tout Kenne dy's Laxative Honey and Tar and Dr. Thomas' Eclectric Oil for coughs and bruises.
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