03 Jul 1895
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1895
Page
1
The Republican urges readers from Wayne County and surrounding areas to send letters with full names and addresses and the date town name and post office. Publication requires consent and prompt submission of important news by Tuesday noon.
The fragment shows daily and monthly circulation figures for The Republican's editions in 1895. It lists dates February to April with copy counts, noting a total monthly average around 840 to 850 copies and an excess 25 publication copies of the Woman's Edition on April 13 reserved for regular customers only.
The excerpt presents detailed per edition circulation data for the Weekly Republican, noting dates and copies sold in January through June plus a total for each quarter. It also includes political commentary referencing Isaac Hill, the Ohio Democratic State Committee, and remarks on Columbus conventions and a Cleveland World quote about prosperity tied to Republican gains in November.
The state enacts a new public work rule restricting employment to United States citizens, approved last week by Hastings Culee. Critics argue the measure targets foreign labor on a large scale and ties to Brice’s influence in federal offices. Brice is described as the de facto boss who helped place many officials, prompting questions about the political uses behind the move.
Iowa clergy attack the famed evangelist for accepting money to appear as a Sabbath event draw. The controversy centers on special trains bringing crowds to hear Talmage, with dismissive claims that he cares little for public Sabbath desecration versus financial gain.
In Indianapolis the judge cut Receiver Faley's three year allowance from 397000 to 28666, with total receivers and attorneys costs reaching 131416 not including court costs travel and clerk services. Policy holders may view the sizable sum as essential to keep Iron Hall operating and avoid insurer losses.
Republicans enter the Kentucky state election with improved chances as Democrats faced a close race last November. Democrats are split while Republicans unite behind Bradley a top U.S. campaigner, and silver men were defeated across the board amid strong party enthusiasm.
The piece notes dissensions at the Kentucky Democratic State convention and intra party strains in Ohio with Brice labeled a political force. It highlights warnings about party unity, leadership influence, and credible claims of allegiance within the Ohio Democratic committee as influencing next November. Wadsworth launches a local growth spur with a new match factory by EL J Young, funded by local subscription and land sale agreements.
In Cleveland the Catholic Union of Ohio debated language policy, voting reluctantly to permit German for priests and to print proceedings in German as well as English. The broader aim emerged to purge foreignism. Washington Gladden’s Debs defense drew sharp rebuke at his home, with Ohio Journal arguing labor-law enforcement applies to corporations and Debs alike.
Disturbing questions follow a string of alleged misuses in trust operations. Cordage stockholders accuse managers of diverting funds after a large bond issue and near 3 million dollars paid in to save the business from bankruptcy. They denounce solvency claims amid reportedly 7.5 million dollars in bonds issued.
Ohio cities show revived enforcement of Sunday laws driven by Anti-Saloon League influence and public sentiment among churchgoers. Clergy must align with moral works while targeting violators for only profit, with emphasis on purse-penalty leverage. Richland County Democrats push harmony as Grant Miller exits Mansfield papers after backing free silver.
The piece traces Brice era gold policy splits within the Democratic ranks, a pro silver faction clash, and a nationwide spy network targeting postal workers under civil service bans. It cites Rev H H Russell on primaries as a civic lever and warns that liquor interests manipulate both parties, predicting simultaneous primaries under state election law to protect agendas.
Sunday observances recall Stevy Marcus Whitman of the American Home Missionary Society and his six month winter journey across the Rocky Mountains to Washington DC. The piece notes a $50,000 offer to Whitman College, Walla Walla, and critiques bond contracts, cashiered gold exchanges, and pension disputes involving Hoke Smithism. It mentions Ellis Washburn’s pension warning and a dose of medicine promotion for sick headache.
A Doylestown stove fire injures two Seaver girls and a Baysinger baby when gasoline ignites a stove. Mayor Barkhammer and F Bent smother flames, saving the girls. the baby’s injuries expected not to be fatal. Father Seaver attacked the mayor, prompting a brief scuffle. both men later reconciled.
Two libel actions filed in the Ohio Supreme Court by Keren B. Wasson of Wooster against Cleveland Plain Dealer and Cleveland Leader allege the papers charged Wasson paid J S Adair to block his name for Congress at an independent Democratic convention and to fund delegate access. A verdict of 6 cents was returned against the Plain Dealer and 10 cents against the Reader, with the decision affirmed by the circuit court. Wasson now brings the case up.
Mil lersburg Republican reports two new trains on the H and U Wooster Branch on Monday July 1. A northbound connection with C A & C No 8 arrives 7 47 am then goes north after C A & C No 30 from the south at 4 53 am. A second northbound train connects with C A & C No 34 at 4 2 pm and returns north on C A & C No 7 at 6 49 pm. A northbound mail train at 8 53 am will aid local business since letters cannot be sent north before 2 26 pm. The changes show B U management aims to help residents.
John Bowers and Harrington display culinary skill but are fooled by Ira tickerhoff who hides a mocking bird in a cigar box. The prank, set near Cedar Valley, draws a crowd of old sports including Keasy and Lula Metzler.
John Johnston and Ralph Hard rode a bread wagon when a hold-pack strap broke. The horse bolted across Liberty street, overturning the wagon and throwing them. They suffered cuts and bruises as onlookers aided. Mrs Mullins faced a similar scare at the Ft Wayne depot when a surrey horse bolted. Frank Jiefs intervened to stop the horse near the Curry block.
Readers are urged that Hall's Oatarth Cure supposedly treats all stages of a disease called Oatarth. Marketed as a blood and mucous remedy, it claims to restore strength and aid nature. The note promises a $100 reward for proof of failure to cure and directs inquiries to J Cheney & Co in Toledo.
A 1895 column in the Tax Republican mocks lazy youths and fondly notes inventive ideas. It highlights a coal oil lamp in an orchard for pests, praises pneumatic boots to ease movement, and derides idle young men while mothers work in the garden.
A Sunday school convention in Congress township at the Methodist Episcopal church on June 26 organized a township Sabbath school association. County organizer Rev J P Hutchison and county secretary Miss M E Gordon led a program with workers from West Salem Burbank Pleasant Home and Congress. Officers elected: President Dr H J Sullivan, vice president L B Knight, secretary Miss Viola Spingier, treasurer Frank Myers, normal class superintendent Prof L S Knight, home class superintendent Mrs Dr Sullivan.
Former Holmes County representative James A. D Richards, now a Washington City lawyer, predicts Ohio Democratic gains. He cites potential nominations of Sorg as governor and possible Senate victory to succeed Price, noting Sorg’s lack of a political record and wide party support amid a hot campaign. The Rice interests question his shift.
Willitas C Orr of Applecreek withdraws from Republican county treasurer nomination due to health and business. He thanks friends for their consideration and states he cannot run. Dated Applecreek ULO June 28 1895.
While touring Knox county the Loudonville Advocate notes the 17 28 district race with Rep candidate William Duncan of Killbuck as the Republican favorite and Del ways Harper of Mr Vernon as Democratic nominee. The piece argues Duncan is well informed on money matters and a ready speaker and would likely accept the nomination if offered.
Wom Buchtel, president of the Akron Savings Bank, backed H.B Camp in a deal with Mohican township for the Jeromeville extension. The bonds and proceeds were handled by Camp, with changes to the route possibly reaching Wooster. Work on the road will restart after October, as Ashland and Wayne counties decide on extending services to benefit local trade.
A fragment notes that Ayer's purifiers are radical in effect and that Saraa pariltea was intended as a medicine not a stimulant or beverage. It warns immediate results may not follow but long term benefit is claimed to be realized.
The Wooster Times reports Wayne County's male residents over 21 total 11 389, with city Wooster at 1 824. Using federal ratios, county population estimates reach 42 870 and Wooster about 6 867, signaling growth despite hard times.
Full daily timetable for the Wooster Branch of the Akron Division of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad goes into effect Sunday June 30. Two trains pass Wooster each way daily with southern connections at Millersburg to Columbus via C A and C trains and reciprocal connections to Wooster and Lodi, marking a notable improvement in service.
Mayor Rice sentenced Geo. Bartel to 60 days in the workhouse and $25 fine plus costs for assault and battery on Nellie Boeshart at Matthews's saloon on Saxton street Wednesday evening. Boeshart testified she entered the saloon about 6 PM to buy beer and Bartel struck her under the right eye with a cane. Bartel produced three witnesses, but conflicting testimony on the hour and wound led to the guilty finding and sentence. He had planned to open a large joint near the Comique, but that plan will be delayed.
An old advertisement urges mothers to obtain Dr Hand's Colfe Cure from druggists to relieve infant colic by removing wind and calming nerves for better sleep. It also promotes Dr Hand's Teething Lotion at 25 cents to ease teething pain, touting relief and wide drugstore availability.
The coming six months will see 44 liquor selling places, same as last year, with 327 in Wooster. The Dow tax list names many payees by town including West Lebanon Obediah Morgan and Wooster Philip Diehl among others. Until the Treasurer and Auditor settle, the exact totals cannot be given.
A severe cyclone passed two miles east of Millersburg causing tree and property damage and livestock losses while no homes were hit. The Wooster Guards may soon depart for a field outing with Co D 8th Regiment Ohio National Guard marching lightly and cooking gear carried in a wagon. Committee members John McClure Frank Shoisegrain Frank Gerlach Harry Baby and E C Hard were named to finalize plans.
Professor Shockey a former globe trotter began work on a stone pile but became distressed last night and attempted suicide by hanging. He tied his shirt to a cell door and was found choking. A telegram to Ada, Ohio was returned as the mother refused charges. Mayor tried to send him to the county infirmary. refused. Arrangements later planned to send him to Ada to remove him from the county.
Miss Maude M Hamilton of Greensburg Pennsylvania and Dr Joseph Kler of Dalton wed at Dalton Presbyterian Church before about 200 guests including many from Westmoreland County. After a month on the Atlantic coast they will reside in Walton. Thursday afternoon a large number of children gathered at the Routson home on Spink street for Robert and Elizabeth Routson’s celebration, with Mrs Routson aided by several neighbors in hosting the youngsters and a feast of dainties.
U S census press summary shows totals for communicants across denominations reaching about 1821 million in 185 177 congregations with 142 521 churches seating 45 664 863. Major faiths include Catholics 6 25 million Methodists 4 6 million Baptists 3 725 million Presbyterians 1 280 million Lutheran 1 23 million.
A fragment advertises Dr Pearce’s Golden Medical Discovery as treating many ailments from indigestion to pulmonary diseases. It claims rapid cures for fever, ague, asthma, and chronic conditions and offers free pamphlets and testimonials from the Worlds Dispensary in Buffalo New York.
A long list of warranty and quit claim deeds, administrator and guardian deeds record transfers in multiple townships including Baughman Wood, Lin Smithville, Chippewa, Creston, Greene, Sugarcreek, Shreve, Milton, Congress, Orrville and Smithville. Amounts range from 40 to 2,000 dollars for parcels of land, with multiple lots and acreages noted and buyer and seller names including Neigh McElvatne Robertson Gallagher Nica Lang Kiefer Yoder and others.
Reports on Sunday services and events across Ohio churches including Fair Haven First Presbyterian in Cadiz with 475 members, Canal Fulton Methodist, Doylestown Presbyterian, Wooster First Presbyterian, Massillon First Methodist, Mt. Eaton Presbyterian, and others. Notable items include consolidations filed in Columbus, Children’s Day at Congress Church of God in Congress, ordination of E S Barkdull in Toledo, telephonic overflow at Grace Temple Philadelphia, Canton’s Second Presbyterian, and Ohio U P C N convention totals with 2187 societies and 16,824 member gains.
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