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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1907
Page
7
An advertisement extols Dr Miles Heart Cure as a cure for heart disease and related symptoms. It claims thousands cured and promises quick relief, with testimonials of a farmer who regained energy after using the product and a guarantee from Miles Medical Co. for first bottle benefit or money back.
Nellie Culver Shields wife of James H Shields died suddenly at Presbyterian hospital Chicago on July 8. Funeral held at her Highland Park home at 2 pm Wednesday. She gained Wwooster prominence as Grace Culver Taggart's sister in the famous Taggart divorce case and supported her sister during the trial.
A Virginia court weighs a family dispute over wealth tied to the late Mr Culver, a noted financier. The Shields heir and relatives contend on the propriety of distributions as the daughter died after an appendicitis operation while attending school in West Virginia.
A Columbus dispatch says one regiment will represent the state at the Canton McKinley monument dedication on September 30. The Eighth Regiment may be the only troops present, with discussions at the State Emergency Board meeting in Columbus. Senator Harper supports sending one regiment while Senator Hatfuer opposes dispatching the entire guard. the English district Canton area is cited for police purposes.
Fire department responded to a telephone wall fire sparked by a stove at a repair shop on South Market Street. Chief Kingsley, while locating the blaze, stumbled down a stairway and suffered multiple bruises and head bumps but remained on duty.
Probate matters heard including wills of William Beall and Minnie Garver admitted to probate and recorded. John Wisner and John D Long estates filed inventories. J P Long named administrator of John D Long with bond $6,000. Guardians appointed for Alfred Honward and Michael Badger with bond $1,000. Edward Whitehead and J D Price estates inventories approved. Kate Ickes named administratrix of Nathaniel Ickes. Chamberlain's remedy praised in ad. Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy sold by local pharmacies. Dr Thomas Eclectic Oil advertised for injuries and cuts.
Prof Charles Haupert elected superintendent of Wapakoneta public schools after vacating Jamestown North Dakota post. He seeks release from Jamestown pending terms, reluctant to move family far from home due to health and familial ties. Haupert previously connected to Mansfeld and Columbia faculties, with job speculation involving several districts.
Farmers in Wayne county anticipate prosperity as wheat forecasts point to a bumper season with prices rising from 7 to 19 cents per basket. Oats and hay show gains, corn and potatoes progress well amid late plantings and pest control efforts.
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL Prof. W. E. Weener of Slippery Rozk Pa has accepted the call recently tendered by university trustees. He is recognized as a strong institution figure and comes with experience from five years as superintendent in 8th Fredericksburg and two years directing the English department at the state normal. He will serve as teacher and assistant principal of the preparatory department at Wooster.
The Creaton village board began probate court proceedings against De Witt Kreiser and others to acquire land to expand the village school grounds and provide a playground, seeking necessary property for civic needs.
Mrs A D Knapp of Cleveland died Thursday after a long rheumatism illness. She was a beloved figure in Wooster, prepared papers for clubs and missionary societies, and supported Dr Knapp in church and civic work. Survived by two daughters, a son in law, and a physician daughter, the family mourns the loss of a devoted wife and mother.
Unclear transcript details a conference in which activity centers on county committees naming deputy supervisors of elections and potential endorsements. Mentions Andrew Hesy, B Me Coy, Walter Bleck, and Colonel Jeanne King with ties to regional politics and alleged influence involving General Ammon B Critchfield and Senator Dick.
Mrs. Elizabeth M Ijhbrig of East Liberty Street transfers property on Wednesdays. The block occupied by McClure and Co. and the Farmers' Hotel on North Buckeye Street is sold to Jubio 8 and Terence Nolin. They will remodel the hotel building into a modern facility. The deal brokered by Iw. L Flattery.
Card notices posted in city stores warn that this shop will close on July 25 due to the businessmen’s picnic at Silver Lake. The items, placed Thursday, describe the annual event upcoming in two weeks and urge patrons to plan accordingly.
An American market features Dr King of Toront and Lung Remedies praised by Mrs Julia Rycer Paine of Truro Massachusetts as giving immediate relief for coughs and colds. The ad promotes Dr Shroop Restorative for nerves and organs, with free samples and a Racine Wisconsin address, sold by Bizler's Modern.
Nations strive to curb consumption while advertising Eoley's Honey and Tar as a safe cure for coughs and colds. The ad claims no risk to health and asserts guaranteed results, urging readers to buy the genuine product from Bixler's Modern Pharmacy and H. Boyd & Co.
Mayor Van Nest says the primaries will be held mid September with no opposition to him. Republicans have not yet fixed a primary date but plan to set one in a few weeks.
A new local telephone directory is printed with about fourteen extra pages. It lists phones alphabetically but is poorly printed and outdated. The Wooster exchange plans two editions next year and notes heavy changes for Wooster while Orrville and Millerburg change less.
Water rents are coming in steadily as Clerk Whitmore and Superintendent Fishers report improved receipts for the board of public service. The route shows better performance than previously, indicating strong collections across districts.
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