25 Jan 1899
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 25 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1899
Page
1
A garbled late 19th century styled polemic debates American politics with references to governors, candidates, a war committee, and imagined scenarios. It mentions Tym J. Johnson, Deyfus, General Eagan, and President, with speculative notes on elections and governance. The piece riffs on political strategy and public sentiment amid a turbulent era.
An advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for nervous dyspepsia and stomach weakness. It cites symptoms like gas heartburn and palpitations, claims safe relief, and includes a testimonial from Prof Henry W Becker praising the product. Details mention a 60 cent pack and a booklet offer. The piece notes Becker's public roles in St Louis and his endorsement.
A report from Thuksday's Daily alleges a man who promised marriage to Miss Crow near Big Prairie borrowed $25 and left with his valet and buggy as security. Similar tales unfold from Ropar Valley where another maiden details a stranger who charmed, then absconded with cash and goods. Authorities with locals search for the nameless suspect, believed to be a county resident, but names are withheld.
Fragmentary report describes a girl abducted from Van Wert with guardians contending the suspect forced her removal. Authorities pursued a Wayne or Wooster linked suspect, noting prior disappearance and potential child slavery context.
An enthusiastic meeting of representative young men at Ke sed counch last night considered forming Y M A. The meeting, presided by Rev. E Netk'rk, reported 135 members secured with more promises. A temporary Y M C A organization was formed and an executive committee of five was named to oversee the association. A dress committee and officers were appointed. The next meeting is in about a week in the rector room of the treayter to report progress and set a schedule.
Wayne County Probate Court filings show administrators and executors reporting inventories appraisements and final accounts. Proceedings list John C MecClarrao James Poemen Catharina Crapper James F Craswell and others with hearings set for February 3, bond of 12000 and various estate actions including sale and distribution notices.
Editor C E Suutz of Canaan Ohio announces willingness to back J F Bowerr in a series of checkers games for Wayne County championship with any reputable Wayne County citizen. If terms are agreed and a queen’s game is settled, brokers championship can follow.
Emma Serzal and Joshn Alvoright wed near Applecreek on Thursday in a home ceremony attended by intimate friends. Mrs Lara Conningham provided piano music as Dr Hacket officiated. guests enjoyed a feast showered with rice as the couple departed toward Cleveland via Ropplecreek.
The Wooster area notes the deaths of Joseph Mareball and Catharine Mes Joss Fig A burial, with services pending. Others include John Bartel and Henry Kockey, noted in obituaries from local papers, plus stillborn twins born to Mrs Claude Humphrey. Mary Marshall and Mrs Jane J. Crossing are listed among longtime residents who died recently, with funeral details to follow.
In a Thuseday’s Daily note Captain F C Garrach writes from Wooster that Corporal Tony Ofmann sent a letter describing his transfer from Jsffer san Karracksa to Ft Hilry Kansas. He reports the regiment filled and later exiled him, but he earns a corporal rank after presenting letters and recommendations. Leeper and Keister, from Shreve, join his quad. they plan to leave Friday January 20 for New York and sail to Manila.
William Leopold of West Larwill Street endured severe burns after swallowing ammonia instead of cough medicine. He inhaled the chemical to ease a cold and quickly mixed it with his cough syrup. A physician later relieved his throat pain, but he suffered mouth and throat burns for days and could not eat normally.
The grand jury reported at 10:30 this morning after a session that examined 69 witnesses across 17 cases, returning 17 indictments and ignoring two. Indictments include burglary in Barbank and Orrville, shooting with intent, and jail conditions prompting calls for building safety upgrades. Sheriff McCoy takes office as new county sheriff. several defendants, including Jobo Barkholder and Mrs Rose Miller, are in jail awaiting further actions.
A ceremony at 4 o clock on Wednesday January 18 united Simon H. Kline of West Salem and Miss Etta Van Nest, with Rev W C B Harris officiating. The bridal party and guests gathered in a festively decorated parlor, the bride wearing garnet twill and carrying tea-roses, followed by a large wedding supper and lively social hour. The couple will reside in their new home ready to receive visitors. Notable attendees included Mr and Mrs Roger Kline and many relatives from Wooster, Lima, and Knowlburg, among others.
Qa and teachers of the Sangaay church Sunday school met at Geo W Reid on Walnut street for a farewell event to honor Reid who, due to ill health, asked to step down as superintendent after about 12 years. Friends presented him a bediam mantel crock as a token of appreciation for faithful service and teamwork.
A historical ad asserts a cold left untreated may lead to consumption, bronchitis, asthma, or catarrh and promotes Otto’s Cure, a German throat and lung remedy. Sold by W. A. Wilson with 25c and 50c bottle prices. Wayne County agents listed including W. A Wilson Wooster and many others.
An insurance note mentions Capitol City Bank of Columbus and warns against using bank names without authority. The piece promotes Wright's Celery Capsules as a cure for multiple ailments with a 100 days treatment price and a sight draft refund claim. Also recommends Dr. J. H. McLean's Volcanic Oil Liniment for rheumatism and skin troubles with prices 25c 50c and $1.
Fragmentary ad copy mentions Ti's folly and Laing plies with Doan's Olotment offerings advertised as quick and permanent. The text notes a price of 50 cents and a shown total of 4.96 29, suggesting a sale notice or promotional item.
The Wooster post office list notes letters remaining in the dead letter office as of January 11 1899. Names appear in fragmentary form including Munro Gine d Be Munro Ohio Salt Co Sam b Flattery P M W W Wilt mer Rad and others.
Dal Daily Telegraph reports a Wooster meeting where J D Evans urged approval for a brick works project. Stockholders of Wooster Soule Eric Works visited Wooster National Bank to review Evans plans, praising the back works and considering factory expansion with new kilns to avoid high costs.
Recent transfers recorded include numerous warranty and quit claim deeds. Notable entries: Elizabeth Van Meter to M C Anders for 1226 to 1945 era property, Henry Hockey to Joh Hocker half of 142 acres in Congress township, Katherine Aytra to Margaret Batdarff for 123 acres in Franklin, and Stephen Nave et al to Patrick Nave for 41 acres in Clinton and Plain townships. Values range from 125 to 3,500 dollars, with multiple parcels in Wooster, Orrville, and surrounding townships.
An old advertisement claims Root Ease relieves swollen feet sore toes and blistered skin. It promises cooling relief for tired feet with a softening effect and foot comfort, urging readers to try the product today. The copy is informal and includes a mis-spelled product name and partial brand hints.
Mrs J H Biessing of Islessing Avenue states Doan's Kidney Pills relieved back pain bloating and heart kidney symptoms after many remedies failed. She urges sufferers in Wooster to try the pills and notes she has seen recurrent relief by taking a few doses. Doan's Kidney Pills are sold by dealers cents a box mailed price by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Doan's.
Readers who deface or remove articles from newspapers magazines or periodicals in the Public Library and Reading Room face penalties ranging from fines of 3 to 800 dollars or up to 39 days imprisonment. The Executive Committee notes offenders will be punished, and the West Salem Post Office now opens one hour on Sundays.
Col C WY Hard of the Eighth Ohio Volunteers met with War Department officials in Washington to arrange for Lieut Robinson of Shreve to accompany the expedition to China to exhume dead soldiers and ship remains home. He also settled back-pay issues for captains, clearing rifles misplacement, with certificates of non-indebtedness and likely payment totaling 3000 to 4000 dollars.
From Toariddy's Daly the following enlisted since our last report Troy Cahoe of Smithville 2d infantry Doo 3 Carbaugh of Big Prairie 2d infantry David Crabtree of Shreve light artillery Nicholas M Messanberg of Wooster recruiting office went to Cleveland this morning where he will receive his discharge Mesenberg's home near Sandasey Geo W Lawrence of Columbia City Ind is here on a list to relatives.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.