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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1908
Page
6
A horse theft case centers on a buggy hitched to a horse linked to George Welsh of Burbank. Police report the buggy was found about a month ago in possession of Alvadolli, the horse thief, who was captured and taken to Mt. Ver.
The document details a proposed amendment to Ohio's constitution, outlining how a proposition will be submitted to voters on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November 1908. It covers sections on finance and taxation, exemptions, and the process for passage and gubernatorial vetoes, with certifying officials and dates from 1906 to 1908.
Chief Leiner Analy urged Welsh to travel to Mt Vernon to locate the missing horned horse. Welsh spent Thursday afternoon there and on Friday morning he phoned that he had found his horse. Jolliff had sold the animal to a Mt Vernon liveryman and steps will be taken to indict him in Wayne county. Welsh expects to recover the horse Saturday.
The text records funeral services for Henry Nny der hald on East Bowman Street with Rev Frank Heilman leading at the Lutheran church and Philomel quartet providing music. It notes pallbearers, grave at Wooster cemetery, and a separate service for Mrs George A Kistler conducted by Rev Chas Rasch and Rev S D Barlan, with Wooster Church of God singers. It also mentions George M Read of Des Moines and Margaret Blake of Swiss Ohio, detailing their deaths, service arrangements, Grand Army of the Republic attendance, and family survivors.
An advertisement extols Bucklen s Arnica Salve as the best salve, recounting a felon cured on a thumb and claiming it heals all sores and wounds. It also promotes Dr Shoop s Restorative as a summer tonic to refresh nerves, appetite and kidneys, with various drugstore endorsements.
Canton Wright business men organize a large picnic to be held Friday August 7 at Silver Lake. It follows the city carnival and serves as a welcomed rest for clerks. Merchants consider closing on Junic day. many intend opening nights during carnival week but closing Friday after. Indications point to a big event this year.
Sheriff Caskey on Thursday took Harvey Bodders into custody in Burbank. Soddera had been arrested earlier for assaulting his wife. A man who posted bond for grand jury appearance feared Soddera might flee. Stodberg posted a new bond and was released.
Walter A H Waltera, Lodi celery agent, reports fine celery quality. The celery is bleached crisp and market grade and will be sold daily in groceries and from Mrs Walters wagon at the courthouse.
In Columbus on July 11 I Vorys says he will back both national and state tickets after returning from Lancaster. He notes the Republican subcommittee designated a role for him in the national campaign, aligning with Taft discussions, and anticipates an agreeable position. Robber Suspects Arrested in Wadsworth A mother found gagged and bound as two men ransacked the home. $15 taken. two suspects in Barberton custody. Count and Money Disappear in Marion A foreign count alias Otto Rineker at a fashionable boarding house vanishes with $95 in currency and three gold watches.
An assortment of medical and product pitches outlines Chamberlains Salve for skin itch relief at 25 cents, a Dr Shoops coffee substitute advert claiming quick brew, and kidney remedies with a 30 day trial. Also promotes Kennedy’s Laxative Cough Syrup and other drugstore items offered by S H Boyd & Co, Krieger’s Drug Store, and Bixler's Modern Pharmacy.
City will appoint an inspector to check sidewalk work by paying contractors. Councilman Max Bloomburg says the measure ensures residents get what they pay for and targets a few greedy builders while most are honest.
George Swanston of Youngstown received a presidential pardon issued Sept 2 1890 and mailed from Washington Sept 3. Destination Ohio Penitentiary delayed 18 years unlocking citizenship rights. Swanston, a former federal prisoner who served one year for pension-law violations, had been at liberty before.
Indictments sustained on trial may send 22 men charged with bookmaking to jail for one year each. The Kings County grand jury handed up indictments under the new anti betting laws after days of inquiry marking enforcement efforts. The law, passed at a special session convoked by Governor Hughes, treats the offense as a misdemeanor with possible prison terms on conviction.
In Louisville on July 11 Alderman C A Hess testified that contractor Figg offered him 500 dollars to influence a favorable report on city contracts. The dramatic denouncement led to the arrest of Lee Meg, a prominent and wealthy contractor, on bribery charges.
In New York on July 11, stock market optimism runs high with expert commentary saying Bryan’s nomination signals confidence, while Democratic supporters view the rally as a Wall Street ploy to aid Taft. Public sentiment splits along party lines as shares rise.
A strong earthquake shock was reported in Stuttgart Germany and nearby areas. Other brief items note Judge Charles A Bishop of the Iowa supreme court dying in a Waterloo hotel, Rev E J Mullins being reelected BYPU president in Cleveland, Grace Goodsall branding her son with a hot iron, and nine year old John Sovick admitting he placed obstructions on Pennsylvania tracks near Pottsville to see a train wreck, an attempt that failed.
Mr A A Pelton of Harrisville New York says New Life Pills are just exactly right after several years use. He praises relief with no discomfort, calling them the best remedy for constipation biliousness and malaria sold for 25c at S H Boyd & Co.'s drug store.
Nations unite to curb consumption the deadly plague claiming many victims yearly Foley's Honey and Tar advertised as safe effective remedy with references to local pharmacies urging readers not to risk unknown preparations Also mentions Pineules for the Kids trial and claims they aid kidneys blood purification and overall vigor with local drugstore sales
Prof. Charles E. Thorna hosts a distinguished group of soil experts and college staff on Thursday. Guests include Sir A. D. Hall of Harpenden England director of the world’s first experiment station C G Hopkins of Campaign Ill J G Moser of Yorbana Ill S D Conner Lafayette Ind Alvin Keyser Lincoln Neb A B Wilton Madison Wis. Hall has lectured across agricultural colleges during his stay in the United States.
A dubious tale from Orrvilie claims an aged couple wed recently have separated and that the bride’s sons ejected the new husband from the bride’s home. The report lacks verifiable evidence and details remain unsubstantiated.
The horse sale at Snyder Staples this afternoon drew a smaller crowd than usual but remained brisk with lively bidding and strong prices. An exceptional lot, a fine bay or gray among the top offerings, stood out as among the best in months.
A collage of brief excerpts notes editorial fatigue in Chicago’s platform pages and cautions about a July dividend in New York. It cites the Boston Herald and Detroit News-Tribune while remarking on changing fashion trends and a jab at political fundraising competence.
California politician Theodore A. Bell is cited by the New York World as having the essential qualifications for temporary chairman of the Democratic national convention. The Denver Republican notes Bell’s lack of standout Spanish War service but acknowledges his breadth while the New York Press contrasts him with Bryan and Cleveland. A scrub-woman’s sermon anecdote from the Boston Globe ends the clippings.
Gray and Son advertise in stock coal lime Atlas Portland cement sand plaster crushed limestone lake sand sewer pipe drain tile paroid roofing and other supplies at the B and O railroad yard. They offer public weighing services at the yard. af k18
To Chicago one and half fare pound trip July 26 and 26 limit 31at to west northwest and southwest Homeseekers rates. To Atlantic City and seashore points August 6 and Niagara Falls August 15. Get ready particulars later. To all Summer Tourist points special rates July 3 11 18 25 k12.
A fragmented note outlines parental guidance on laxatives for children, stressing safety and proper use. It mentions concerns about rural access and seeking care if issues persist, urging cautious administration and monitoring by guardians.
Preliminaries start this week to install 27 sidewalks ordered by the Wooster council after noncompliance by property owners. The Quinby estate leads with the largest number, and liens or bonds may be issued to fund the walks. Councilman Max Bloomberg says the effort targets those with money first and warns action will proceed if owners resist.
Wilson Crowl a summer school manual training student has distinguished himself again as a clan member by turning out a handsome three shelf hana soma magazine case. He is noted as a bright young man with versatile skills that rival older workers and, as a carrier for Th8 Republican, shows notable ability with his hands.
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