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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1905
Page
4
The Wooster free library opened Monday marking a long held goal of trustees and friends to provide a beautiful, taxpayer funded building. The completed plans and careful expenditure create a facility that will serve the community for generations and educational growth.
A Marion Star reader jokes about shaving and gas death theories while noting a violent event where eight people were lynched by a mob in Georgia. The piece blends dark humor with references to violence and road fatalities, highlighting sensational attitudes of the era.
Report from Columbus suggests Wayne County legislators split in drink choice with some sipping ice cream soda while others favor sarsaparilla. The fragment implies regional beverage preferences among the group without naming individuals or dates.
The comment reflects mutual jabs between rival city papers as tensions hint at distance kept between New York and Chicago. The line suggests a lighthearted regional rivalry rather than real conflict, noting the imagined 18 hour separation.
Secretary East plans a Philippine voyage amid a warning that any unruly natives not under control should hurry before heavier restrictions are applied.
Qhauncey Depew accuses neglect of oratory as reports surface that he has left the $20,000 attorney position at Equitable Co. The development follows public interest in his influence and future plans.
Columbus claims the lead in tallest skyline among Ohio cities while Toledo counters with a real airship boasting mobility and noncommittal timelines until it is ready to descend.
A Texas jury imposed a 1001 year sentence, applauded as a strong deterrent. The piece critiques readers who buy dime novels, noting the comment about politics and elections as Governor Pattison’s image is discussed by the Youngstown Vindicator.
The text asserts Norway can rapidly organize its army by simple orders. It mentions Chicago prohibiting toy pistols and police insistence on using real arms. It warns against fireworks celebrations and urges patriotism with safe distances.
A brief note indicates Minister Bowen has been removed from business duties, yet his talking machinery continues operating as before at the same location and pace.
In spite of Mr Pattison's speech we would not advise Governor Herrick to pull off the ticket for a few weeks. We presume the boys of company D are allowing the sun to make them look like they'd been somewhere.
The piece quotes Mrs. Eddy arguing poverty is not a disease and mocks czarist safety reliant on quick relocation. It mentions Germany seeking an outlet for surplus population and a jab at Japan, plus a protest by King Oscar and notes on a Columbus based enthusiasm and a continuing summer school with a record breaking reputation.
The Wilie County Republican executive committee met on Friday and elected officers including Chairman W B Bryson and vice chairman P C Given. Treasurer was Geo L Uardiner with Frank Borgegrain as secretary. Elmer Landes resigned to run for county auditor and John F Harrison was elected to fill the vacancy. A primary election date of August 5 was set for nominating city township and municipal officers.
A satirical column notes King Oscar of Sweden blocks his son from becoming King of Norway, while political fissures and editorials mock conflicts over royal and public roles. The piece hints at era figures like Chauncey Depew and Paul Morton, referencing finance and governance tensions.
The Water post office lists uncalled letters for July 8 in two sections Gentlemen D F Delmorst T P Harris C Hudnett Ralph Johnson G C Scheibe Maen Snyder and Ladies Mrs Ella Carruthers Miss Maude Cane Mrs Kate Hardy Saira McIney Miss Anna Mathews Eliza peth Montandon Miss Ethel Perry Mrs Harit Smith.
Lattasburg July 5 The Ladies' Aid society of the Progressive church will hold a lawn fete on the church grounds north of town on Saturday evening July 8 All are cordially invited to assist the society in a worthy cause. Lloyd Thorley and family of New Pittsburg dined Sunday with their feet under a paper table. John Myers and D S Myers are finishing the interior of B F Swinehart's Farmhouse. John Butt will remodel his house with a porch along north and east sides When finished John and his wife will have a near-home in Toson. Byron M Baker and mother were Sunday afternoon callers at W F Stinebring's home in Congress.
The band met for practice Tuesday evening with an Wooster instructor present. Earl Betts and bride were to Akron with friends over Sabbath. Frank Stratton and children returned to Cleveland. The Presbyterian Ladies Missionary society will meet Thursday at Mrs J Snell's home. Daniel Wiles new bodie is going up rapid. The weddings of Miss Gail Wiles and Earl Betts delighted guests from other counties. Mrs Cliff Talley of Akron visits. Good weather let farmers finish planting potatoes.
Madisonburg residents report visits from Akron relative O O Wright and cousins, and a large group attended the Wooster funeral of Mrs. Ed Markel. Mrs. Wm McEwen visited old neighbors in Georgetown, and Lehman church children’s exercises drew a good crowd Sunday. Mrs. A A Eberly and son Vinton of Berea spent days with friends, while C M Miller and family of Barberton visit locally. Simon Eberly and family of Medina spent the fourth visiting parents.
All who use atomizers in treating nasal catarrh will get the heat result from Ely's Liquid Cream Balm. Price includes spraying tube. Sold by druggists or mailed by Ely Bros of New York. Sept 1 1900 notice to customers and pharmacists about efficacy and distribution details.
Armstrong reports sale of his farm to Mr. Wolgamot near Congress and purchase of a farm near Lodi. Mrs. David Stair is very ill with slim chances of recovery. Visitors from Lodi and Forest include Mrs. Susan Wagner, Mrs. Ida Yocum, and two children, plus Lloyd Mark from Forest. John Campbell escaped injury when lightning struck during a storm while he replaced poultry coop roofs. rubber cape and boots saved him. Mrs. Etta Switzer returned to Akron with companions. Frankoulbartson and son from Wooster spent Sunday with Wm. Spitler. Mrs. Mary Spitler stays with her son near Overton.
Congress notes report a village baseball event in Wooster where Crystal Rocks and Congress teams posted high scores amid a loosely played first game. Congress and All-Stars won a special cash prize. Crystal Rocks claimed second money while about $50 net will fund new uniforms. A large evening fireworks display capped the day.
Apple Creek July 6 Mrs 4H Hale of Moore and family spent Monday with Mrs Elizabeth and Rev and Mrs J C Smith at Mt Eaton where Smith conducted funeral of Claire in minister absence. Harry Brosser of Cleveland visiting. H G Lautenschlager and son Ray of Barberton with Nicholas Schultz family last week. Lucretia Bott recovering on crutches. Visitors from Cleveland Canton Canal Fulton Clinton Salem Orrville Wooster and Frederickburg attended Munson and M C Laughlin wedding. Ollie Bott Barberton visiting Bott family. J C Craven visited Orrville. William Hobbs family Miles Hazel from Louvalle guests. Charley Hoover Akron visiting father.
Creston residents discuss a special bond election for water works and electric light. Visitors include Strenick and daughter Helen of Lorain and Miles Mina Brickman visiting Burbank friends. Obituaries and national figures referenced with John Hay’s death noted as a global loss. Local railway and business updates include John Steinmetz resigning as B and O agent, C C Post taking over, and trap shooting at Lodi.
Property owners on North Buckeye Street circulate a petition after repeated pavement damage in heavy rains. Enough signatures claimed to push for paving between North Street and Bowman Street, residents say authorities will grant the request after long suffering.
Social notes recount July Fourth activities at Chippewa lake including picnics and a large Wooster turnout for dancing and fireworks. It lists several marriages in Congress township and village in June and July, a W B M auxiliary postponement, a piano recital in Plain township, and a Probate Judge Adair hosted golf and social games at 65 Beall avenue with a prize score of 30 strokes.
Packages labeled Georgia Watermelon advertised as cholera morbus remedies are shown at Wooster produce centers. Samples appear ripe and reportedly cause no discomfort to consumers, though the claims are questionable and the product is being sold locally.
Attavitios Fangers Of America calls all Wooster council No 43 Daughters of Azberica to attend Friday night meeting. Installation of officers to be conducted with Sister Minnie Bechtel from Canton appointed.
Last Wednesday June 28, Earl T. Bette of Medina wed Miss Gail Scott Wiles of Canaan at the bride’s home with Rev Castile officiating. About 60 relatives and friends attended a three course repast, with post ceremony serenade and a cake cut revealing a playful omen. gifts included a Magnette rug, china, linen, silverware, and numerous keepsakes from Medina, Canaan, Wooster, and beyond.
The Wooster Grain and Stock Exchange reports wheat futures for July at 91, September 87.56, December 87.34. Corn futures listed July 55.75, September 55.44. Oats dates July 82.75, September 81.54. Grain figures shown in evolving market summary.
Grain and live stock prices from Chicago and other markets show cattle values for prime stockers and feeders, cows, heifers, bulls, and Texas fed steers with varied grades. Also listed are sheep and lambs, calves, hogs, and regional price spreads across Philadelphia Buffalo York Cleveland Pittsburgh and more, reflecting mixed demand and seasonal trends.
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