02 Jan 1895
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1895
Page
1
A reflective piece appeals to subscribers praising growth and loyalty while urging support for a stronger local newspaper. It discusses political tensions, currency reform, and the impact of national policy on prices, plus a Nebraska blizzard report and notes on bond sales and funds.
The paper appeals to readers to pay in advance to fund publication costs. It notes many subscribers have withheld funds, but those who pay ahead are increasing. The notice warns prices will rise weekly in 1895 for The New York Weekly Tribune offer, urging timely remittance to avoid higher arrears.
Mrs. Charles E. Lewis, commercial editor for a single day at the Minneapolis Journal, secured letters from trade leaders across the United States and Canada. The edition presents a broad, frank symposium predicting an outlook that many foresee as discouraging for wheat prices.
The St. Paul railroad builder known as Jim Bill denies rumors of conferring with Cleveland on the financial situation saying the administration has done all the harm it is capable of doing and that the public is concerned by the current condition.
Breckenridge spoke to 173 listeners in Charleston West Virginia last week delivering pointed remarks that he felt the audience size exceeded his merit. Rumor says Jolard’s attorneys will seize door receipts from lectures to pursue a judgment on the S815 matter dodged previously.
A Tammany Talker clash signals rising public interest as discussions of bonds, taxes, and a potential extra congressional session intensify. The Carnegie plan for Lorain steel and a big Lorain population dream fuel local booster talk while national figures argue over tariffs and moneyed interests. China seeks peace mediation from Foster, and Gresham is unlikely to be invited.
A snowbound Madisonburg scene unfolds Christmas events as Ida Sheey and Allen Scott wed in a church ceremony with Rev Boston presiding. Guests from Wooster, Canaan Center, and Madisonburg join in a festive reception, brass band tunes echoing through Main Street.
Lands conveyed in two sheriff sales include T Johnson versus Everest Stand in Milton township 74 acres appraised 32770 sold to Abraham Eschelman for 22985. Elmer Eschliman versus Adam Martin et al 474 acres in es Greak township appraised 8450 sold to Adam Martin. Additional entries show unclear names and figures due to damaged text.
Gifts from employees and business houses spread Yuletide joy across the streets. George Schuck’s chime pin to Al Mower, Turkey treats at Brush Works, Archer House staff honored by Conyell family, and large music boxes to Ms. Will Lott and J. Frick reflect community goodwill. The Minglewood Coal Co and Craighead & Co gave festive tokens, while Fire Chief Gerlach awarded a gold fountain pen and silk umbrella to staff. An Heinz pickles box at Andrew Kanatetter’s marks holiday bounty, and a kitchen mishap at Hotel Yoder led to a quick, calm blaze control without major harm.
A Lima report details a double wedding to be held for four Wooster youths and two Lima brides. Edgar Goodman and Viola Hossyder along with James A Shamp and Amanda Nock joined in marriage at theSpring Street Lutheran church with a music filled ceremony and a generous hosted reception.
A group of local sportsmen enjoyed a live pigeon shoot at the Fair Grounds on Christmas morning. Birds were released from a trap at two yards and eight birds per contestant were targeted. Scores list participants including Jae McAnaney, Fred Faber, Frank Milham, Geo. Ketler, Jacob Mougey, O. D. Peckinpaugh, and F. Eshelman with varied tallies.
List of uncalled letters for the Wooster post office for the week ending December 22 1894 includes Ackorpire Lillie McClanan Bedr W Odankirk J E Dean Mra Robert Potter puarley Beans wil am Rahl Rom ery Snyder Catheri 8 138 h Jno Thomas John c c Taecart J H Meurery Jr though Migs Mary Moffeet Mrs Mily Walter 88 Martha rsons. The note states that unclaimed letters must be advertised and dated.
An 1882 autograph of My Country Tis of Thee by Rev Samuel Francis Smith is referenced as a gift to the Pope. The note mentions its return to a home for a New Year and a journey to Havens in Connecticut with names Havens and Pope appearing in the fragmentary text.
A string of Christmas programs at multiple churches drew crowded attendance. Sunday schools, choruses, recitations, tableaux, and solos energized events from Methodist to Reformed. Notable sights included large trees laden with presents for scholars and a Santa Claus distribution of sweets, with St Marys Catholic services featuring classic masses and choral renditions.
The Democratic Party in Ohio plans to campaign on state issues in the next November election. It will distance itself from Cleveland and national topics like tariff currency and silver. The strategy focuses on attacking Republican legislatures for creating offices, raising taxes, and increasing state debt while promising economy, debt reduction, tax cuts, and ending official sinecures. The breadth of the plan includes a long weekly “letter from home” style reach to voters, emphasizing local governance over national concerns.
The January 15 1895 delinquent tax sale will be held in Wooster at 10 a.m. Lands across multiple townships and districts including Sugar Creek Baughman Orrville Wayne Canton and Congress are listed for sale if taxes and penalties remain unpaid. The county also advertises bids for the Big Killbuck Ditch project to construct the county improvements.
Wayne County records show numerous probate filings including guardianships and executors such as Robin Lucas and Abner Orr. Also listed are extensive real estate transfers with deeds, quitclaims, and appraisals across Milton, Wayne, Sugar Creek, Clinton, and other townships, detailing specific lot sizes and sale prices.
An old advertisement touts "Rudy's Pile Supposivory" claiming a guaranteed cure for piles with a money back offer. It promises 50 cents per item and urges buying through Bela Laucasis Boyd and Geol. Krieger, with distribution by druggists.
The Committee on General Arrangements for the Eighth of January celebration held a well attended meeting at the County Prosecutor's office. Various speakers were listed as seated and two toasts remained, with plans for banquet music and dance. A large reception committee was named including Judge Dowell and numerous local Democrats.
In Gretna Green fashion a second wedding occurred in the office of Probate Judge McClarran. Mr W Hemmer and Mrs Lizabeth Snyder registered at the Yoder House and reportedly planned a city ceremony assisted by Rev F E Raeifer. The couple, well regarded, traveled from Westmoreland County to wed in Pittsburgh area.
A fragmented advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a positive constitutional remedy. It asserts internal action on blood and surfaces to destroy the disease foundation and restore strength, inviting readers to send for the product priced at 75 cents. The copy mentions J Cheney & Co of Toledo and local druggists.
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