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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1900
Page
1
A severe electrical storm swept Rochester and surrounding areas, with vivid fiery flashes and loud thunder frightening residents. Buildings and telephone lines suffered damage while several trees were toppled and windows shattered. One resident reported a man on the street observed fleeing after a lightning strike, and a power outage affected businesses along Market Street.
Reports describe a loud snapping noise and crackling as an event hits Ashland. Residents fear damage to homes and lines as neighbors rush to assess injuries and effects. Fire units respond while a collapse or explosion may have occurred near Musselman’s home. Authorities investigate the scene.
The piece discusses William Waldorf Astor’s failed bid for etiquette influence in English society, his death, and the Prince of Wales’ public snub. It notes Americans’ disappointment as Astor leaves England for Germany, and hints at possible reception back in the U.S. amid broader political and social tensions.
The article discusses two rival leaders amid a flurry of activities and contests including boat and foot races, football games, and other events. It notes strong belief in their cause, their animosity, and a call for an end to hostilities.
A letter from Col Gillett to Major Woo A Lovett announces his withdrawal from the Seventeenth District congressional race due to ill health of himself and his wife. The note says local objections and health concerns prevent campaigning and a replacement must be found, with references to district dynamics and prior support.
Unclear OCR text depicts a chaotic scene of visits, votes, and civic undertakings. Mentions McDowell, Le Aatos, and references to local towers, age restrictions, and potential rate changes. Says voters weigh candidates amid unclear party cues and public notices.
Cheston July 11 report notes Samuel Roark of Canaan township recording one of the state’s largest families. The Roark household sits 23 miles south of Creston with Hvos? Stock as the father of 23 children.
Mrs. Adam Royer of near Orrville died Sunday after seven years paralyzed by a rare disease. She could only utter yes or no and was well known across the county.
Correspondent reports a farmer named Frank Johnson threshed twenty two bushels of wheat per acre. There are mentions of a burial for Dues, a funeral for Bep Dassi Ma, and visits by Mrs Wagner and family along with Barberton travel notes.
A fatal accident occurred at the Muss dien Mining Company mine on Kevan farm in Brookfield. Crist'an Held, a widower aged about y years, was instantly killed while others, including Howard Budieh, faced injuries as rescue efforts began.
A man linked to a deadly hotel incident in South Bend faces murder charges after a chaotic scene left multiple victims. Investigators said suspects were arrested following a daring confrontation at the crime scene. The case involves prominent local figures and a Montebarea area investigation, with ongoing inquiries into motive and accomplices.
A Pleasant Home man Thomas Gault sues for $10,000 claiming his wife’s affections were alienated by Ira Gal latin. He alleges breach of marriage on Independence Day and seeks damages. The unclear fragments imply a cross state or legal dispute with counts of alienation and potential court action in May.
A fragmented OCR pass covers political discourse on the seventeenth district. Mentions include references to candidates, local issues, and performances at meetings, with scattered names and dates obscured by garbled text.
The obituary notes Mrs. Margaret Tawney, a longtime resident of Doslestown, died after a long illness. She was a devoted mother to four sons and admired by neighbors for her community work. Funeral arrangements are pending as family mourns the loss.
A Victorian era advertisement touts Morrow's Kidneoids as a scientific remedy for kidney and urinary ailments. It claims eighteen years of development by an experienced chemist and describes the product as yellow tablets that build the system and restore normal kidney function. The testimonial from Mrs. Wm. Ross of West Liberty Street supports relief from back pain, nervousness, and fatigue. Sold at fifty cents per box by druggists and Laubach & Boyd. mailed on receipt of price. Manufactured by John Morrow & Co., Springfield, Ohio.
Res BoA Honeweth aged 62 years 10 months 14 days died after a salting of 14 weeks from the eeds of tr iples. Funeral services were held at his late residence Thursday morning Rev McKinney and Harmey officiating. Interment followed in the Rowsberg cemetery near Akron.
In a private telegram President McRink praised the State Committee selections in Columbus. He expressed pleasure over Chairman Dick Fverg nanan and the executive body, noting personal ties with Sinvlar of Wooster and earlier Congress connections in Wayne County.
Fragmentary OCR text references a proprietary medicine and a public sale tied to a drupist shop. Mentions severe chanerm mort cases, a remedy area, and hundreds of bottles sold at a square location. Details are garbled and not clearly attributable to a single event or date.
Mrs Join C Keister, aged 33, formerly of Wayne county, died Tuesday at her Miner home from a complication of ailments. The funeral was held Thursday afternoon.
The Howman divorce concluded with Judge Eason granting Mrs Howman a decree. The defendant was ordered to pay $1500 in installments and custody split: Mrs Howman receives one son and the husband the other. The notice also promotes Dr King News Life Fills as a stomach and liver remedy available at Lau bach & Jaxd's drug store for 24 cents.
Promote sale claim notes thousands cured by Champetlaiss Cough Remedy for coughs and lung trouble. Advertises success with long resisting cases and cures from climate health resorts. Sold by Laubach & Boyd at the Square druggists. July.
Mrs Lovina Williams of Wooster township files alimony petition against George Williams alleging marriage in March 1567, ten children, over a year of gross neglect, lack of food and clothing for family, and disappearance from home for extended periods while allegedly employed. Judge Enasop issues restraining order on disposition of property.
Prof FM Webster of Wooster will head the investigation into diseases of fruit trees focusing on San Jose scale yellows and black knot. The legislature funded 4000 for the study with selection by the Experiment Station Board of Control.
W A Hines of Manchester Indiana recounts a near fatal bout with measles induced lung trouble. After frequent hemorrhages and constant coughing doctors predicted death. He credits Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption with his complete recovery and says he would pay five dollars per bottle. Many others have used it on his recommendation.
The Paris Fair features an open exposition praising skill and effort. The U S Government Building is nearly complete. Advertisements tout Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a universal tonic and Kodol Dyspepsia Cure for digestion. Colloquial testimonials praise Foley's Honey and Tar for bronchial trouble.
A fragment recalls an eating contest at Pin Hook schoolhouse where winner Ben Splutter reportedly ate nine heads of cabbage. The tale mentions he briefly felt fine after taking a spoonful of Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin, claimed to prevent stomach trouble. note appears in a promotional drug ad.
An old advertisement touts Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as digesting what you eat to nourish the body and restore worn-out organs. It claims rapid relief from stomach troubles and promotes health through purified blood and kidneys, referencing Laubauch Boyd Zimmerman Yo and Rimmerman.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a medical or legal inquiry context with names like Collins and a reference to a box and attendance. The readable items are sparse, with no clear event date, place, or actionable outcome.
A surgical operation is arranged for Thursday at the local clinic. The team includes Dr JOW Lehre and other medical staff to perform the procedure on a patient named Nevison with Cat assisting. Details are partially obscured in the report.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions doctors, months, a place likely West Jefferson, and a sale of items or boxes. Names Lucena and By oy tts SUP lat pute ape son appear as damaged fragments. Marketing language or a public sale appears but details are unclear.
Fragmented OCR notes show Hart and Borbans ages discussed. officials sought restraining order over road repairs and payments. Mention dissolving partners Yocum and Taggart as plaintiffs and Frank Taggart as defendant in a civil move.
A fragmented notice praises Navor for Dr Cauldwell, claiming unanimity despite varied views. It mentions remedies for constipation and indigestion sold by druggists, with unclear references to Harvard remedies and a petition.
Detected fragmentary text describes trips between Cleveland and Detroit with reference to daily starts at dawn and a one dollar fare per direction. Mentions a route via Ross Dale and a dated, illustrated insert likely from a local ad or promotional item.
A fragmented notice notes travel from Ho to Orrville on July 85th and 26th with unclear routing and dates. The garbled text mentions excursions and a Wrestluay placeholder, leaving the exact purpose and schedule uncertain. No clear person or organization is confirmed.
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