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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1906
Page
3
Government requests total over eight thousand dollars for 86 Obio buildings. Congressmen seek allocations for multiple towns, with talks of reductions to about half the asked sums. Citizens fear whether needs will be met amid pending committee review.
An advertisement touts Hyomei as a stomachless cure for catarrh and related nose and throat inflammation. It guarantees satisfaction or cost, notes a $1 complete kit with an inhaler lasting a lifetime, and cites a testimonial from a Commissioner about eczema relief.
A reported con artist in Northern Ohio and parts of Wayne County used pillow renovation to steal small black bags from households. A farmer and wife caught the man mid operation as he pretended to inspect a pillow, dropping bags into the feathers before fleeing. The couple asserts the incident shows a broader ruse by the suspect in the area.
Cleveland leader condemns Ohio appeal ban as unjust and retrograde. Judge W A Babcock introduces jury trials in divorce proceedings with broad support from legal figures. Congressman Smyser praises the innovation and urges expansion of review to circuit court.
A collection of vintage ads touts Hollis ter Rocky Mountain Tea for blood purification, Witch Hazel Salve by EC Dewitt & Co, and De Witt's Little Early Risers for digestive and liver benefits. Also notes a Wooster reader objecting to rental ads and a Dr Thomas' Electric Oil remedy for croup sold by druggists. The items reflect early 20th century marketing and classified-style notices in The Republican.
A quirky mix of local happenings includes chilly morning warmth from sunlit bowling, a vendor’s call fading in trains, and an Erie to Pennsylvania rail order. Ohio’s 2 cent fare law timing is debated, with March 1 effective after 80 days from February 9. Carl Fogelsong joke unfolds as misidentified rink attraction. actual acts feature a Shelby bill poster with a trained dog.
The Wooster and Mansfield electric railroad plans construction within weeks, starting Loudonville to Londonville and Owha constricted segment first, then Mansfield end. Financing speaks of rapid progress with intent to operate between Londonville and Wooster while completing the other end. Community supporters in Loudonville and east expect use toward Cleveland.
The advertisement proclaims Dr King's New Life Pills as the most effective remedy to free the system from disease germs and malaria poison, claiming to cure malaria related ailments and constipation. Available for 25 cents at Laubach & Boyd's drug store.
A busy Wooster social scene features a high spirited Fancy Work club gathering at a former home, Rev Frank Holman conducting a wedding, a Martha Washington supper at the Presbyterian church, and plans for Miss Jean Louise Elspor-man and Mr Nice May wedding. Mrs John France hosts a surprise birthday gathering, Keuffar Circle holds its annual bean supper with drills and a patriotic song, and the Fracuen Verein marks a German Evangelical anniversary with a large turnout and village entertainment for Mr and Mrs Graham's 20th wedding anniversary.
Seville team featuring Stubby Clark captured first prize at Barberton Friday night, finishing well ahead of the field as the overall bowling contest concluded.
A vintage health ad by Laubach & Boyd promotes Hotheter's Rocky Mountain Tea for tender young ones. It claims gentle, healing remedies to keep children strong and well with tea or tablets priced at 35 cents.
An advertisement notes kidney trouble affects all, and claims Poley’s Kidney Cure will stop irregularities and cure kidney and bladder issues within medical reach, endorsed by Chas. E. Bixler and Laubach and Boyd.
An advertisement extols Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for neuralgia and related nerve disorders. It touts blood nourishment as the mechanism, lists diseases treated, and offers free information with price details for pills and six boxes. The copy emphasizes safety and non habit forming components.
Chronic constipation is addressed by Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup which claims to cure digestive issues and stimulate the bowels restoring normal action. The ad promises quick relief and urges immediate use with a contact name for purchase.
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