01 Jul 1896
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1896
Page
1
The message urges correspondents to quickly send fresh letters and supplies to the office. It stresses weekly, brief notes rather than long, delayed submissions and asks for letters by Monday or Tuesday at the latest. The aim is to fill columns with current news rather than older material.
The piece charts deepening rifts within the Democratic ranks as states from Ohio Indiana Illinois Georgia Texas North Carolina align for divergent positions on silver and monetary policy. It notes New York Wisconsin leanings toward mixed signals and the rising influence of Altgeld in shaping Chicago convention outcomes while Republicans frame harmony as essential for protection and prosperity.
An 1890s style patent remedy claim suggests Dr Fowler’s Ext Wild Strawberry cures by addressing the root of bad blood and unhealthy bile. The advertisement touts a universal antidote for summer ailments, presenting a health fix through botanical extract.
A flurry of Wooster weddings unfolds as brides Mila Barrett, Nellie Louise Smith, Lelle Irvin, Gertrude Muschenich, and Gertie Muschenich wed lovers Carl Bixler, Dr. George B. Smith, D Ellsworth McKvaine, and Charles L. Witwer. Receptions follow with family, neighbors, and out of town guests from Pittsburg to Canton. The couples plan new homes in Wooster and Orrville, with journeys by train and celebratory dinners marking the joyful unions.
An archaic promotional piece extols womanly charm and constitutional strength, claiming health cures for feminine ailments. It touts Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a remedy for derangements of the distinctly feminine and promotes medical guidance from a popular 19th century advisory.
Wooster’s musical community plans a new instrumental organization. About 40 top brass players have shown willingness to join and an initial meeting was held at Germania Hall on Saturday to formalize the band. Prof. T S Wiggins, a respected bandmaster, leads the effort and seeks public support.
Charles Woodruff of Fredericksburg was jailed Thursday evening on burglary and larceny charges after entering the Cleveland, Akron & Columbus Railway freight depot to steal three dozen bottles of beer on June 4. He waived examination before Mayor Geo D. Dunham, posting 3500 bail or remaining in jail. A warrant for his partner’s arrest was issued.
Readers learn that catarrh is curable by Hall's Catarrh Cure a constitutional treatment. It is taken internally and targets blood and mucous surfaces to destroy the disease foundation and bolster the patient’s constitution. Proponents offer one hundred dollars if it fails to cure and invite testimonials from purchasers.
Wooster Ohio resident Isaac H Myers writes to Wright Medical Co praising Wright's Celery Capsules. He reports purchasing from Geo Krieger druggist, using them for rheumatism and constipation, and notes one box relieved all pain after prior inability to remove his coat. May 21 1896.
Claim promotes Doans Ointment as a near instant cure for severe itching sites after years of suffering. Urges purchase from local dealers at 259k.
Public meeting at the Opera House discussed preparations for Wayne County centennial events in August. Rev I N Kieffer chaired general arrangements with reports from committees on inaugural day education law soldiers day church and Sabbath School day and pioneer day. Ladies committee appointed to plan a women’s assembly. meeting adjourned to July 7 in the Mayor’s office.
University notes list D r Kirkwood resting at Battlecreek Mich and Heidelberg College president Vanhorne visiting. J W Liggett and Prof W H Crothers among attendees. G M Johnson planning Savannah Academy canvass. church mission drive by Gaga and Gelwicks. Miss Jessia Sharp joins Summer School. Supt Teeple and A D Miller with Bible study group. Walter and Art Gilliam visiting. Rev S G Brown returns from Kansas call. Elmer Edgar Scott earns Harvard MA. Dudley J Hard witnesses wedding at Emmanuel Episcopal. Scovel’s Atlantic voyage to Pan Presbyterian Council pleasant with Glasgow reception and sermon souvenir.
Hon L P Obliger U S Internal Revenue Collector for the Third ward of Wooster failed to win a seat as a Democratic State convention delegate from Plain township. The Cleveland World notes he terms himself a pro harmony man and remains a steadfast gold Democrat, viewing Holden’s election as a step to gain new allies and preserve harmony.
A well attended Soldiers Day committee meeting for the Centennial celebration was held in G A B Hall yesterday afternoon. Reports of progress came from all committees. Invitations were accepted by several dignitaries including John Sherman Alison Miles Creasinger and E Lybarger. Efforts aimed to secure Hon William McKinley and patriotic songs led by Martha Webster. A further meeting is scheduled for Thursday July 30.
A Flower Festival and tea held Tuesday evening in the First Presbyterian church arbors drew modest attendance. Children performed kindergarten exercises and a pantomime to music by Mrs Brocklebank of Pittsburg. A doll procession and a sewing exhibit complemented pink decor and refreshments. Proceeds support church upkeep.
Work to lease land around Wooster for gas prospecting is underway. A. A. Geitgey has already secured leases covering 4,000 acres.
The motion for a new trial for Thomas M. Stacy was overruled by Judge McCarty. Stacy received a sentence of three years at hard labor in the Ohio Penitentiary, with his attorneys planning to appeal and seek a suspended sentence pending review amid petitions from Alliance leaders asking mercy.
A tramper named A. K Makepeace a brakeman on the A. & C. Railroad died after saving cyclist John Mason from being struck under railway crossing gates at Ak tron. Makepeace, 28, seized Mason as they approached a train, was knocked down, and the wheels passed over him. He died within two hours, leaving a wife and children.
A Jackson Michigan prison keeper Mr A E Wing relates a kidney swelling ailment that spread from his trunk to legs and feet. After suffering and tried treatment he used Doan's Kidney Pills from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents and was completely cured.
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