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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1906
Page
5
Market wires report varied prices for May and July futures in corn and oats with wheat steady. Wooster area markets show fluctuating grain values, flour and feed notes, and upside in some feeds while others drift lower.
Chicago market reports with cattle, sheep and lambs, calves, hogs across grades and prices. Cleveland, Pittsburg, Cincinnati and Toledo listings show bid levels for cattle, sheep, lambs, calves and grains with varying quality notes and unit prices.
An OCR fragment advertises Urine Laxative Fruit Syrup described as aiding chronic constipation by stimulating the liver and bowels. It promises quick relief with pleasant taste and warns to refuse substitutes. Mentions Bislér Laubach Boyd as advertisers.
A prominent actress voices support for Peruna as a nerve tonic, arguing it corrects digestion to nourish nerve centers and reduce springtime weakness. The ad cites women with vocations taxing nerves, testimonials from readers across the United States, and promises lasting vigor.
Local items describe farmers making maple syrup and community visits while a canal bill moves in Washington. The House passed the Dalzell bill by 196 to 1 to incorporate a company and construct a Pittsburg to Lake Erie canal.
Ora Blachley and Grace Hazel of Wooster. Frank L Harsh and Edith V Aukerman of Burbank. Bollin E Leiter of Brink Haven and Magdalena Gilgen of Orrville. Charles B Perkins of Elyria and Katherine A Baker of Orrville. L Pontilla and Anna Marksey of Orrville. Joseph A Mussere of Easton and Isador Flickinger of Shreve.
City officials report the Mansfield and Wooster electric railroad has secured necessary owners consents on South Market Street but faces hesitancy. Mayor Van Nest warns delay could force a detour via Tavernest, affecting property values and electric railway prospects. financiers in the East urge timely action to begin work within weeks and aim to launch Loudonville segment soon, with full line hoped by cold weather.
W E Hoover formerly of Orrville has been elected superintendent of public schools in Fargo North Dakota. He began as a country school teacher in Orrville and moved to North Dakota about eight years ago pursuing education work. His quiet devotion earned statewide recognition and he was chosen to head the Fargo schools without personal salutation. Fargo, with 15 000 inhabitants, 61 teachers and a school population of 2500, marks the first city in the state to appoint him.
John J. Gregg city editor of the Pittsburgh Dispatch died suddenly at his Pittsburgh home on Monday morning. He covered Wooster from the Taggart divorce trial, aged 88, leaving a wife and three young children.
Dr H J Sullivan's death robs prosecutors of key testimony in the murder indictment linked to the West Salem baby farm case. Officials suspect notes and witness lists may have been lost with him, hindering the state's ability to prove its case. A stenographic record of the inquest and post mortem will be used at trial, but prosecutors warn that without Sullivan's notes the state faces a difficult path to convict.
The Progressive Farmers Club gathered at the home of J. W. Taggart and wife south of town on Washington's Birthday. Decorations featured filings and punting. Mrs. W. Lytle shared a useful Culinary Suggestions after a delicious dinner. temperance topic drew enthusiastic support from Mr. Heim and W. B. Jarvis. A roundtable on Household Help was led by Mesdaines Jarvis Power and Miss Lucy Stitt. Farm Help and Renting on Shares was presented by W. J. Giffin with insights from past experiences. Jos. Kimber concluded with remarks on Good Roads Work.
Wayne county commissioners chose Charites Zaring of Wooster to fill Dr. Hugh J. Sullivan’s coroner term after nominating alternatives. Zaring secured the first ballot as a well qualified candidate from Wooster, with Dr J K King also presented from Apple Creek.
Oberlin Republican Amos G. Comings toured Wooster on Monday to renew contacts with local Republicans. He previously ran a bid for secretary of state two years ago and narrowly lost. Comings spoke optimistically about his chances as the campaign progresses.
The Pension Board members in any county are appointed by the pension commissioner at Washington on the recommendation of the district congressman. The successor of Dr. H J Sullivan on the Board of Pension Examiners must be recommended by Congressman Smyser.
Mrs Oliver Steele aged 35 of Southville died at midnight Saturday after delivering twin daughters who died shortly after birth. The funeral was held Monday afternoon and interment occurred at Paradige.
The fragment notes humor rising in the ring and states that while they cannot all be driven away, they mostly stay within the system. It mentions God's Sarssparilla as a remedy that removes them wards off danger and promotes health.
The case against Charlie E. Curry of Wonster was halted when Judge R L Adair and A D Metz moved to quash due to ambiguity whether he bought or sold. Curry must post 500 bond for next term and plans to leave unlawful business. Bell case in Canton continued to next term. indictment cites Wayne County misalignment with Stark County crime location.
In Wooster, Guy Auditr Jams B Minter and Mayor M M VanNeat allegedly profited rapidly from 6200 dollars in North Buckeye street paving bonds prepared for a Cincinnati firm. Bonds, worth 820 dollars each, total ten, were signed by the mayor and sealed by Auditor Minier. A Paumier's shoe store sales clerk touts a robinatory scene, claiming 237 birds on a tree and a vivid display, while Julius Kaltwasser is said to be on vacation and the incident unresolved.
Feb 28 report highlights a funeral for Dr. Suilliyan in Congress and local farming activity. Families visit relatives, meals shared, and a Bethel church revival closes a ten day siege with six conversions. Stays include Nellie Clason visiting parents, and Miss Wademan with J Whelgamont. Ads tout Foley’s Honey and Tar for grippe.
The funeral of Dr Hugh J Sullivan former county coroner was held Monday afternoon at the home of the deceased in Congress. Hundreds attended from distant places including physicians from Lodi and West Salem. Dr Scott of the Presbyterian church and Rev Warner of the Methodist church conducted the services. The ceremony was described as impressive and the body laid to rest in the cemetery at Congress.
The community around Tracy gathered at the cemetery for the interment of Josiah Wigle, a former prosperous farmer. Mentions include local residents visiting relatives in Massillon and Mis sou. Nehle MeteFimaville, and a short note on school entertainment and a wedding feast down East.
In Washington on February 2 William Nelson Cromwall testified before the Senate committee on interoceany canals about the Panama canal property sale to the United States. Cromwall sparred with Senator Morgan over evasive answers and refused several questions, prompting Morgan to threaten further action in the senate regarding Chief Engineer Wallace’s resignation.
For 25 years Dr Kutchin offers cures for varicocele hydrocele piles fistula rupture and urinary diseases with guaranteed permanent results He invites men to a free consultation and examination at Archer House Wooster on Wednesday March 7 experienced specialist will treat cancers and tumors without pain or blood loss
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