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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1901
Page
5
Fredrick & Co offers a clearance of wash goods including dimity batiste lawns and similar fabrics at substantial reductions. The sale is slated for Thursday, July 41, with prices greatly cut.
A local ad promotes a selection of Fancy Silk and Black Silk at 586. It invites buyers to compare and choose colored or black dresses, promising value and options.
Foulard Silk sale drives clearance with yardages as low as 75c per yard. Bulk closeout aimed at clearing stock, shop offers limited quantities at reduced prices to attract buyers.
An advertisement lists 50 pieces of new wash goods with various lot prices and marked-down values, including dimity, batiste, lawns, ginghams, seersucker, and foulard. It promotes 10 dozen ladies wrappers and tailor made suits, urging readers to buy from the line and prices.
At the annual examination by the Board of City School Examiners Crosby M Tawney Prof Charles Haupert and Dr John A Gann 12 candidates were successful. Names include Frances Corry Rosetta Crabbes Nina Y Given Grace L Hartman Anna R Hoffman Anos Kostenbader Margaret C King Alice M Logue Grace Lucas Maud McArthur Fannie F Oldroyd.
Mr Robinson found a 1778 dated Spanish coin while plowing near his home. A week later he found another coin of the same date in the same field. Rumors swirl about how the money came to be buried including lost pioneer loot or Native plunder. Some link it to General Anthony Wayne and an Indian expedition. Robinson and his sons plan a thorough search for buried treasure.
Probate actions list multiple will cases from Chester township and Greere Sownstip with executors appointed and bonds posted. Hearings set for August 2, final accounts filed by assignees and guardians, and various estates and guardianship matters noted.
A Saturday afternoon blaze at Rev. J. O. Proctor's home was contained before neighbors were needed. Fire started in the kitchen area and burned a six foot square hole to the roof before Rev. Proctor and his son John suppressed the flames with a small extinguisher. The cause is believed to be chimney sparks.
Wooster edged Medina in a thrilling finish despite a rough garden setting. Blaser Weld and Begg starred for Wooster with strong batting and fielding, while Cashner led Medina with four safe hits and a sharp line drive that ignited a key double play. Coons catcher and umpire calls drew close attention as the rally sealed the win.
The Cleveland Akron and Columbus Railway Company has begun condemnation proceedings in Probate Court against the heirs of Ulysses Chatelain for right of way near Applecreek and Coalfields at West Lebanon. The company is represented by general counsel J. R. a cenéral.
The week sees the marriage of Rev Cary Gregory of Brazil Indiana and Miss Fanny Dysart formerly of Wooster. Also noted are wheat crop conditions with shriveled grains, local social events, property sale results, and various town notices including reunions and job changes.
A Wooster Retail Grocers Association event offers a round trip to Cedar Point and Sandusky via B and O R R on July 31. The special train departs Wooster at 7 a m stopping at Lodi and other stations, with returns from Sandusky at 7 30 p m. Fare is 81.25, and lunch baskets and bicycles are accommodated. A schedule change on the Pittsburg Fort Wayne and Chicago Railway takes effect May 26.
County Recorder Franks recorded a $1,000,000 mortgage by the Cleveland and Southern Railway Company to Cleveland Trust Company. The railroad aims to build an electric line from Cleveland to Wooster with branches in Wayne Medina and Cuyahoga counties, lasting to 1921 with 4 percent interest and semiannual payments. Fifty bonds issued immediately, underwriting debt, construction, and equipment of the line.
The will of Dr Samuel J Kirkwood filed in Wayne County Probate Court names Jesse McClellan and Prof Elas Compton as executors appointed by Judge I J Adair. Dated February 12 1900 the document provides for debts to be paid and a monument for the family plot in Wooster cemetery. The widow Jane M L Kirkwood gets exclusive use of the residence for life, then the property goes to son Samuel K Kirkwood and daughter Mrs Agnes Armstrong in equal shares, with expenses borne by the wife. The will lists personal bequests including walnut furniture, a desk, a watercolor, the family Bible, and keepsakes. Remainder of personal property and $814,000 life insurance are split one third to each of wife, son, and daughter. A codicil dated July 16 1900 alters life insurance proceeds to be invested and income paid to the wife for life, with the remainder divided among the son, daughter, and the wife’s three children after her death.
Cleve land Telegram reports Harry Scovel and Sylvester Scovel visiting Havana amid government probes into harbor improvements for shadow ports in Cuba. Scovel discusses Matanzas unloading schemes with Brown Hoisting Co officials and notes Cuban naval history with humor. He anticipates future coastal revival and potential commercial impact if plans win approval.
Advertisement notes lemon orange berry and strawberry flavors available at local grocers for 10 cents. Encourages trying today with casual promotional tone.
Burbank July 15 Our farmers report wheat harvest nearly finished and hay largely made. Local visits include Wm Neumyer family of Lodi and John Gillings with wife visiting Akron relatives. Ed Stauffer from Creston and Mrs Charles Byers injured stepping from a ladder. The Burbank band plans another festival. Prof Richardson to resign for Navarre teaching post. Miss McCabe hired as primary teacher.
Residents of Wooster and the contiguous townships may pay taxes at this office without penalty until July 20. Others in localities with a toll system will pay the local collector from this date, saving time and travel to the county seat. Daniel Heller, County Treasurer. Treasurer's Office, Wooster, O., July 9, 1901. 433.399 Advertise in Tar Repruican
Wooster trustees debated replacing long time librarian Miss Hertha Elsperman after a September change. A petition urged keeping her, but a four to two vote defeated the motion, amid heated discussion about her resignation and handover of duties.
Mre Dydia Brenneman of Gongresa died at 67 after years as a village resident. widow of Jacob Brenneman, survived by four daughters. Mina Ladi Swinehart, 42, died Friday in Lattanburg, funeral held Sunday. Adam Eyman’s telegram reported Abraham Eyman’s death in Portland Ind at 67, native of Wayne County. Robin Wilson now owns Franks and Wilson barber shop after acquiring partner interest. Franks takes charge and will relocate his family to Fredericksburg.
Question arises daily and answers are offered with Jell O as a ready dessert. It requires only two minutes to prepare with hot water. No baking is needed. Flavors listed include lemon orange raspberry and strawberry. Available at grocers.
On July 21 the Baltimore and Ohio company announced excursion fares west of the Ohio River to Milwaukee Wisconsin at one half fare for the round trip in honor of the Grand Lodge. Tickets on sale to July 7 and may be extended to Aug 10 with a small agent fee. For details or nearest ticket agent contact B and O or B N Austin General Passenger Agent Chicago.
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