Senator Beveridge Talks Philippine Policy and Asia Trade
The text notes U S Senator Beveridge of Indiana delivering an oration on Philippine stewardship and a push to expand trade with Asia, asserting that the Philippines belong to the United States and China’s markets lie beyond the archipelago. It contrasts this with a local Mansfield debate over burglaries, mocking the Shield and urging vigilance against crime while praising bold journalism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philippines
U. 8
Beveridge
Indiana
Heveridge
United States
China
Orient
Asia
Pacific
Europe
Ohio Legislature weighs two cent mileage rail fare
Lawmakers introduced a bill to fix rail road mileage at two cents a mile in Ohio. The record notes such bills fail routinely due to lobbyist pressure and free passes, with skepticism about meaningful reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Effort to Form Wooster YMC A Fades After Hopes Rise
Last winter a Wooster based YMC A project drew about two hundred young men to join under a renowned organizer with local committees and meetings. The plan abruptly collapsed with no clear reason, though many promised members did not withdraw. A proposed M C A building would have been a valuable community facility, and revival of the project is hoped for.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
YMC
Wooster
Mepaderm
M.C. A
England Seeks Explanation On Seizure Of Foodstuffs
England shows readiness to pay for seized American foodstuffs but objects to merchants waiting as a court of inquiry determines costs. The exchange signals continued trade frictions and potential compensation talks between the nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
United States
Fari
Doan's Kidney Pills Shown To Help Kidney Trouble
Mr Willi Reed of Blessing Ave and Grant St says Doan's Kidney Pills cured his kidney and bladder pain after Dgan's Kiddey Pills arrived from Zimmer's drug store. He reports headaches and back pain vanished, feet regained strength, no further kidney or urinary issues since one box. Sold by local dealers for 60 cents a box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atesus
Wooster
Willi Reed
Blessingay
Grant Street
Dgan
Geo. Walter
Zimme
Doug
Doan
FLEECED! Farmers Targeted by High Class Piano Scheme
A Loudonville Advocate report uncovers a December swindle by a four-member gang operating from Wooster. Purchasers were lured with a piano deal for 75 dollars plus a stool, then signed notes for 300 dollars. Victims, mainly farmers, faced notes transferred to innocent buyers after delivery while early attempts to curb the operation failed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wooster
Loudonville Advocate
H.A. Francis
Luca
Loudonville
Perryeville
Nashville
Francis
Woooster
Lincoln Birthday Celebration By Grand Army Veterans
The Grand Army of the Republic in Wooster plans a Feb. 12 observance of Abraham Lincoln’s birthday. The piece extols Lincoln’s character, leadership, and the bonds between him and Union soldiers, urging a dignified, successful commemoration.
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Grand Army OF the Republic
Nncoln
Kas
Society of Scholars
Soi
Pauls
Mercury
Lincoln
Grand Army
Dso
Butted By a Sheep Incident Report In Mt Eaton
An elderly Mt Eaton woman, Mrs Henry Wortz, was knocked down by a sheep on Tuesday, breaking her leg. A nearby electric light wire sparked and burned a telephone line, forcing a temporary power shutdown. A neighbor and others assisted as officials cut the current to the wire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Wortz
Mt. Eaton
Sret i doe rning Y Spies bate 115
The readable fragments describe a local event or notice with unclear names and numbers. Given the fragmentary source, the summary notes a morning briefing or espionage themed item involving a score or figure, but the exact details remain uncertain.
Representative Wells Wins Two Good Committee Posts
Ohio House lists Representative Wells among committee assignments on Thursday. Wells is named in two panels focusing on culture and related topics, reflecting his growing influence within the legislature.
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Ohio
Ohio House of
Elected Officers of Wayne Building and Loan Company
Directors at a regular meeting elected officers including President L P Oblique Vice President M Hickman Secretary J G Sanborn Treasurer W A Wilson General Counsel Judge we Taggart Attorney Ross W nck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wayne Building and Loan Company
L. P. Oblige
M. @. Hickman
J. G. Sanborn
W. A. Wilson
We Taggart
Ross W. Nck
Wooster Preserving Company Reelects Directors
The Wooster Preserving Company stockholders re-elected the old directors W. Wilson F. A. Warner P. S. Ihrig W. W. Wallace D. J. Curry J. I. Snyder John H. Snyder F. H. Harding and W. C. Yost. Directors will meet soon to organize.
Train 27 Delayed by Ore Freight Wreck at Marshallville
A freight car wreck blocked the main line near Marshallville delaying Train No. 27 by about an hour and a half. The wreck forced a detour via the A. & W. route to Massillon and back to rejoin the main track north of the blockage. The P & P wrecking train was dispatched to the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshallville
Massillon
Blocokade
L . Wan
Farewell Party Honors Enlisting James Smith at Plain
In Plain Ohio on January 8, Mr and Mrs Nathan Smith hosted about 30 friends and schoolmates for a social evening to bid farewell to their youngest son James who has recently enlisted in the regular army. The gathering featured games and elegant refreshments before the lad sails for a foreign land to serve. One who was there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nathan Smith
James
Green goods swindle letter warns farmers of fake offers
An aged circular from a so called green goods operator claims to sell legitimate stock at steep profits and urges farmers to inspect the goods in person. The letter promises rapid returns if the recipient funds the investment, while warning that its confidential nature protects the swindler’s “life’s work.”
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James P. White
Alli Pa
Boas Grt
Pograver
Royal Baking Powder Ad for Pure Cream of Tartar Powder
An ad extols Royal Baking Powder as pure and healthful for biscuits. It warns that impure baking powders cause indigestion and urges using Royal, a pure cream of tartar powder, for appetizing, nutritious results.
Wooster Officials Face Uncertain Road Project Prospects
A fragment notes Wooster officials evaluating a new route and road project. It mentions concerns about timing, business impact, and the potential need for experienced personnel to guide the plans. The text hints at local skepticism toward the venture and the importance of skilled decision makers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ki Tay
Wooster
Alfey
Pew
National Guard May Arm With Krag Jorgensen Rifles
The article hints that the Ohio National Guard could be armed with Krag Jorgensen rifles. It notes a push to modernize from obsoleteSpringfield rifles and place the Ohio unit on par with Massachusetts and New York guard organizations.
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Onip National Guard
National Guard
Ube
Ohio National Puapd
Massachusetts
New
United States Telephone Co Mortgage Recorded in Wayne County
A large mortgage involving the United States Telephone Company and the Cleveland Trust Company was filed with Recorder Schaffter. The deed, dated December and recorded January 22 1900, covers construction of a 14 line telephone and telegraph network across multiple counties including Columbiana Mahoning Stark and Summit. Everett, Cowles and Hoye are named officers in the filing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Telephone Co
Lavelang
Columbus Passey
Waxge County
Wooster
Fare Corp
Schaffter
Clevaland
Deceber
Quyghoga
Fee
Beneat
Palestins
Columbiana
Mahonae
Wavaoe
Ashland
Richland
Word Wyandotte
Hancock Egoutees
Dunkirk Tagether
Hehe Fey
Canton
Stark Dounty
Ito Dihidelphin
Pitseara
Coun Waj
VicEron
Summit County
Aanee
United States Telephone Company
IG JW Cowles
Ely
Secretars
Jeveland Trag Company
Wooster Dogs Win Fox Hunt in Chester Township
The Circle Fox Hunt in Chester township drew about 2500 spectators Saturday morning. Six foxes entered the ring. three were captured by dogs owned by Senator Lake Jones, John Kijfer, and Charles Walters. Senator Jones noted locals’ growing fondness for fox hunting. Joe Snyder of Benton brought two hounds that drew attention. Chief Marshal W W Garver and assistants earned praise for a well run event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester Township
Lake Jones
John Kij
Fer
Charles Walters
Jones
Chseter Township
Joe Snyder
Benton
Holmes County
W W. Garver
Mrs Isabel Porter of Dalton Dies in Cleveland
Mrs Isabel Porter wife of Dr William A Porter died suddenly in Cleveland after a brief illness of erysipelas. She was daughter of John Irwin a former resident of Dalton. Funeral held here. Hater Wingert twelve year old son of Mr and Mrs Adam Wigert of Dalton died suddenly Wednesday evening after a long illness. death caused by disease of the heart. Funeral will be Saturday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republic
DaLtTon
Isabel Porter
William A. Porter
Cleveland
John Irwin
Depg
Dalton
Worwub Wosvears
Ape
Woruster
Elster
Hater Wingert
Adam Wigert
Caun
Eighth Ohio Dead and Annuities Noted in Probate
Washington dispatch reports eight Ohio soldiers from Cuba to be brought home via the MeClellan, with several bodies claimed by kin across Ohio towns. Probate Court orders corrections to inventories and awards a widow’s yearly allowance in the Kice and Laurer estates. Antenuptial contracts impact rights, while Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is endorsed by local residents.
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Washington
Ohio
Cuba
New York
Robt
L. Armatrong
John D Armstrong
Fredricksburg
Geo T. Happer
Eighth
Margaret J Happer Ki Seelyear
Cleveland
Jacob Angel
Millersburg
John S Leg
Fighth
Hegery M. Lee
Easton
Frank A. Lee
Wadsworth
Wilson
B. Wilson
River Styx
F C Tee
Burgled Depots and Winkler Horse Sale Opens
Burglars entered Easton depots of the L. and W and B. and O. rail lines, stealing from a freight box of wall paper samples and leaving a trunk car broken open. The Winkler Horse Sale at Orrville opened with good attendance and strong prices, averaging about 159 dollars, with a top of 202.50 and a best team at 362. The sale drew buyers from distant areas, reflecting Winkler’s rising reputation for attracting customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bercys Ican
Wooster
Winkler Horse Sale Company
Orrville
Winkler
Shean
Washington's birthday celebration to be widened in Wooster
The Wooster Washington's Birthday observance plans to expand for 1900 with an executive committee and officers already at work. A full development of plans will occur in a few days to accommodate growing interest. Lincoln Club banquet set for February 12 1900 with officers Symyser McClarran Miller Craighead and a strong arrangements committee.
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Washington
Eastern House
Wooster
Lincoln Club
Lincoln Club of
Chas. FE. Ohliger
H. L. Bolgegrain
John ¢. Schultz
George RL Laubach
Fire at Bowman Street residence causes minor damage
A fire in Jacob Geiselman’s sleeping room on East Bowman Street caused slight loss after a spark from a grate ignited an invalid chair and damaged bedding. Fire department was not called as flames were quelled by the family before discovery.
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Bowman Street
Jacob Geiselman
Motion Overruled in Rush Case and Related Judgments
Judge Eason overruled the motion for a new trial for John Rush of Seville convicted of a assault on Mrs. Ida Dilgard. Rush was fined 10 dollars and costs 221, and jailed until paid. In Clouser vs Neving, plaintiffs awarded 380,20 for contract breach. Several cases set for trial. petit jurors drawn. court adjournment details noted. Mayor’s court appeal Franks verdict affirmed by Judge Eason.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Rush
Seville
Asault
Ida Dilgard
Eason
Rush
Wm. Clouser
Wm. Neving
B. Eason
St B. Eason
Dodge Ason
Mornin
Theatres Mater
Franks
Mayor's Court
Smith Wa
Health for 10 Cents Cascarets Cure Ailments
Portable health claim in a 19th or early 20th century ad style, stating health benefits for ten cents. Promotes Cascarets as a remedy that makes the bowels and kidneys act naturally, destroys microbes, and cures headaches and bilious distress. Mentions druggists as sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Druggista
Local Lodges Install Officers In Joyless Town
Local fraternal groups including Knights of Pythias and Rebekah Lodges installed officers. Names listed include C. C., V.G., prelate, M. Vernelo, and others with various roles. Masonry notes general activity and upcoming regent work in Wooster area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pythias
Lodge
Joyless
W -B. Heffelman
Johnson O. G
Robert Barnett
John Clark
Tenstee
J. Rutled
M. L. Shook
Riley
Franks
Srapherd. M
A. M. L. Shook
Local Marriage Notices Include Orrville and Wooster Pairs
Nathaniel B. Davison and Libbie J. Clark from near Orrville join FP Johnson and Miss Jennie Armstrong of Wooster. Warren W. Franks of Akron and Avona Ryder of Applecreek also listed in the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nathaniel B. Davison
Libbie J. Clark
Orrville
FP. Johnson
Jennie Armstrong
Wooster
Warren W. Franks
Akron
Avona Ryder
Applecreek
Great Ron on Chamberlain Cough Remedy at Pierson Drug
Manager Martin of Pierson drug store reports strong sales of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. Five bottles sold to a customer show its popularity as grippe season rises and coughs ease quickly. Laubach & Boyd, Druggists on the Square, stock it for sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ron
Chamberlain
Martin
Pierson Drug Store
le Grippe
Chicago
Calumet
Laubach & Boyd
Praise of Your Medicine From a Methodist Preacher
A Methodist preacher from Jay City writes January 12 praising your medicine. He recounts suffering from salt of sedentary habits and sluggish nerves and bowels, and attributes relief to the tonic. He signs with Boone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jay City
Fepaln Syrup Co
Boone
Widow of Rev Brown Dead at 89 in Missouri
Former minister's widow Eliza J Brown dies at home in Missouri on December 30 1899 Funeral set for New Year’s Day She was widow of Rev BE T Brown longtime pastor of Baptist church at Wasatentiees from 1850 to 1856 The piece also references beauty remedies and other era advertisements or filler text from the newspaper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eliza J. Brown
BE. T. Brown
Baptist Church
Edward Stevens Jeweler Marries Miss Henry in Pittsburg Home
Edward Stevens a jeweler of North Grdod street and his wife announce the marriage of their son, Stevens Jr., to Miss Anna J. Henry of 5410 Penn Avenue East End Pittsburg. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. Dr. Prugh at the bride’s home Tuesday evening. Wooste friends extend congratulations.
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Edward Stevens
Stevens
Grdod Street
Pittsburg
Anna J. Henry
Penn Avenue
East End
Prugh
Iqubach and Boy Promote Remedy for Colds and Croup
Fragmentary ad style notice touts a remedy for colds and coughs. Claims quick relief and safety for children, suggesting it treats pneumonia tendencies. Language is garbled but presents a familiar late 19th or early 20th century patent medicine pitch.
Fragmentary OCR Notes on Route Selection and Officials
Fragmented text references a route selection in Richland and Mahon areas with mentions of engineers and officials. Scrambled names and phrases make exact details unclear, but suggest a morning event involving a carriage and an appointment or proposal. No clear dates or outcomes recoverable from the readable segments.
A BAD ACCIDENT NEAR WASTE COUNTY
Frank Kondig, longtime resident of Medina, endured a severe accident Tuesday morning last week. He tried crossing a gulley, slipped, and broke his leg leaving him stranded in freezing weather until found unconscious, near death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Kondig
Higon
Medina
Waste County
Frank
Lincoln's Birthday Observance Planned by Lincoln Club
Post 134 Grand de Republic schedules Lincoln's birthday events on February 12. The program features literary and musical items with A. R. Boffenmyer John McHinney and Charles W. McClure named to complete arrangements. No refreshments will be served and the event should not interfere with the Non artisan Lincoln Club celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. R. Boffenmyer
John McHinney
Charles W. McClure
Lincoln Club
Army Oof
Fairs seek higher funding and board reform in Columbus
The Ohio Association of Presidents and Secretaries of Fairs met in Columbus to push higher per capita funding from 1 to 2 cents and an $800 aggregate cap for country fairs. They seek changes to State Board of Agriculture elections and urge active board members to manage local fairs, arguing they have practical experience and should not be taxed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lonio Association of Presidents
Ohio Association of Presidents
Columbus
Board of Agriculture
State Board of Agriculture
Opinid County
Kk Companys
A&P Representative Arranges New Wooster Store Opening
L C Rose of the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company visited the city to finalize plans for a new branch. The store is to open in two weeks, location to be announced. Rose is described as pleasant and clever, with relatives in Wooster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. C. Rose
Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company
Mr. Rose
Wooster
Unclear text fragment from a historical page
The readable portion contains jumbled words and incomplete phrases about questions and a personal name David Geas. It lacks coherent events, dates, locations, or identifiable organizations to form a factual news item.
Meids ur tappraised land sale in Orrville district
Mary Jang Evans vs Daniel Shellenberger regarding Lot 17710 McGall and Snave property in Orrville. Appraised at 301 and sold to Mrs Shellenbenger for 2Seee D. Bucher on vs Gene C. Watson tract of land in Meids ur tappraised at 301. Sold g Winkler for 3195.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCoy
Mary Jang Evans
Daniel Shellenberger
McGall
Snavegy
Orrville
Shellenbenger
D. Bucher
Gene C. Watson
Meids
G. Winkler
Unclear OCR Fragment About Morrow's Kidtie-oids Efficacy
Fragmentary notice discusses Morrow's Kidtie-oids and alleged backache relief. Text is garbled with names and locations unreadable. No clear event, date, or verifiable entities.
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Harding & Co
F. Kean
Mediarrhit’s
Alltegal
James B. Taylor
AC Joanson Anson & Taylor
Ctonnetsat Law Wooster
D. Nice
M'Clure
Martin L. Smyser
Vesclure & Smyser
Merchant's Emporium
E W Newkirk
Ropeas Wooster
Jackson Block
Papist
D. F S. McKinney
Fredericksburg
Jobn A. Gann
M. D
N. Market St
Episcopal Church
EY and Ear
Downing Blownk
Cusner Beall Ave
Bowman
New York Eve and Ear Institute
Stoll
Ryali
Ryvali
North Market
County
Dr ‘Stott
Ttn
Beall Avenue
Bowman Vast Aide
H. N. Mateer
Gov. North
Buckeye
L P Obliger
David Thomas
RR. Kremer
C. E. Obliges
Teller Board OF
Martin Welker
F.H Hawler
Carts
Hayke
Rational Brk
Apital Stok
Asplus
Jacob Frick
Sr Drees W Od Tyler
J M Criley
Jacob Fischer
Frick
Blowk, Wooster
B. F. Harbaugh’s New Music Store
West Liberty St
A. B. Chase
Ludwick
A. B. Ghase
Ahn
California
Keenle
Colorado Springs
Salt Lake
Californias
Packie
Kansas City
Ft Worth
el Paso
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Perry Griffin
Bulding
Pirksburg
John Rebastian
G P. A
Pere Pea Ead Ts
Mansfield
Shield
Ohio Penitentiary News
Wooser
Wells
Wayne Building and Loan Officials
Royal Baking Powder CO
Apie
KRAG
Wayne County
The
Unitedtates Telephone Co
Wooster Dogs
the Circle Fox Hunt
Wm. Porter
Annaline
Philip Kice
McClarran
Samuel Savergate
Sugar Creek Township
Mary Vo Laurer
Geo. Schultz
Laurer
Tudge McClarran
Frank Taggart
Adair & Adair
Union
M. W. Fisher
Liberty
Laubachiba
Winkler Horse Sale
WAMP
Frank Naftzger
Pillsburg Avenue
Waynp
Rebekah
Lizzie Miller
L. Blandford
Hilterbrant
Maurghbret Goetz
Julia Russell
Martha Kramer
Pearcung
Lizzlelus
Bernards
Emmail Tieche
L, Stov
Mattie Russell
Tel Ni
Masonic
Bergin
Masonic i of Campent
S Wate
Dr. Bieren
Vasa
Ely Bas
Yoree
Balth
Ato Ks
Wooster Boy
Iqubach & Boy
Pneumoniz
Asfield Ees
Brest
Anc
Tole
Chet
Samuel Hock
Spon
Xrman
Ther
Medina County
Stdins
David Geas
Rae AG
Sheriff's Sales
Wooxer
Morrow
Woobter
Rey
Etn
Ian
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