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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1907
Page
4
The Salem disaster and a Pacific steamer sinking claimed many lives while Lorain shipyard injuries followed by a broken bridge collapse raise calls for accountability. The column argues for capable leadership of engines and ships and stresses strict corporate precautions and punishment for failures.
The Republican notes rising member enrollment in the board of trade indicating a larger, more capable body. Securing the Serstenslager factory and timely payment after erection reduce hardship, and the piece urges collective effort to attract more factories in coming years for broader Wooster benefit.
Newspaper notes the Baltimore and Ohio railroad revival but reports no actions to prevent spring floods on the Wooster branch. A quip about Admiral Bob Evans suggests decisive action if needed, implying readiness to act rather than talk.
A Pittsburg husband facing his wife’s divorce suit is portrayed as having erred by not settling in Boston after marriage. Anna may be near marrying a prince and could attract suitors like Count Boni, with matri mony seen as an appealing option for men. The piece also notes a New York man with a gliding boat claiming a one mile per minute pace, dreaming of underwater glide to gain speed.
A Pennsylvania legislator received about 2000 neck ties from teachers after he introduced a bill to raise teacher salaries. The item reflects a quirky political moment as schools push for higher pay. The cluster of oddities and old-time commentary accompany this brief item.
A compact, era flavored piece notes rough labor use of tramps in Kansas harvests, hints at Pittsburg water issues, references Senator Beveridge and his wife, jokes about public figures and raspberries affecting prices, and reflects on Bryan lecture earnings with a wry tone.
Bob Fitzcammons prepares a living picture show pose while Mr Corey clings to his business. The market tone turns tight as the corn and potatoes crack ahead signaling financial pressure.
A compilation of quirky quotes and tidbits from various papers. Highlights include Ambassador Aoki on Japan remaining cool, rising automobile use in Atchison, a temporary mayor chosen by a physician, and playful banter about political and cultural topics.
A boy, son of James David and wife of North Street, has had a well developed diphtheria but is now recovering after treatment. Nearby children with throat trouble are under observation, but not confirmed as diphtheria by the attending physician.
A team of horses owned and driven by Henry Swinehart near Jefferson ran away with a street car on Tuesday afternoon. The horses caused a brief disturbance and the carriage was slightly damaged, but no one was thrown from the vehicle.
Citizens of Wooster push to land one of two state normal schools to be established in the near future. The plan would fund $85,000 yearly for support and require building. Wooster, already an educational center, would gain prestige with a normal department and active steps are planned, with lawmakers and residents backing an investigation and pursuit.
The medical profession sets July 18 as the end of the risk period for deaths from lackjaw caused by fireworks. Ohio records show only one Fourth of July related tetanus death, John Davies of Columbus, age 65, reported Wednesday.
Friends of Rev Dr Dawson former Methodist pastor read his note to Rev C F oy. He says he is out of bed on the porch walking, growing stronger daily and hopes to go to the woods by the college. It has been a long hard fight for him.
Reports from Columbus Lorain and Akron date July 23 cover a Democratic central committee recognition of faction leaders in Summit and Clermont counties, a bridge disaster in Lorain killing and missing foreign workers, Great Lakes ore traffic disruptions, Columbus musicians appealing to Taft, a brokered suicide in Yoseda, a mortgage filing for a bond issue in Columbus Grove, a Cincinnati death following a chase, a teen’s suicide in Van Wert, a Portsmouth brakeman’s fatal train incident, and an Akron Standard Oil agent robbery.
Miss Eva Booker shines in a steamer collision report captured in Franklin Kentucky. The clipped fragment mentions her connection to a mac used Seer and a dated note from 14.9 agou with unclear context.
Mrs. Emicio Zarlengo asks ten thousand dollars to settle her claim against Cleveland and Southwestern Traction Co for the death of her husband in a recent gravel pit accident. Attorneys have not offered a sum yet but will meet the widow and her representative on Friday to seek a settlement.
Rittman, Wadsworth, Wooster, Milleraburg and nearby areas plan trips to Silver Lake for a big picnic day on July 28. Two thousand from Wadsworth are expected, with others joining from Holmes county regions. The Eclipse nine faces Wadsworth in a key ball game as the main attraction. Northern Ohio Streetcar and Light Co. to operate full-service trains to the lake.
Mrs Susan Miller of Creston died at her daughter's home last night aged 76 after a long illness from cancer. She was mother of Mrs Price Rosgéell of Creston. The remains were interred at Smithville on Tuesday.
Probate court admits and records wills for Florian Schaffter Catherine Feeman Elizabeth Coulter Henry Drabenstott Petter Moser Harriet Geitelman Eli Porter Minnie Graber and Mark Swipebert. Guardianships noted for D Raymond Welty and Aaron Overholt with inventories filed. Administrators appointed for Joel Phelan Edward Whitehead and Edward Whitehead bonds posted. various inventories appraisements and sale bills approved and recorded. Bond amounts and dates appear with administrator designations.
A Tuesday rumor claimed the brewery had run out of beer due to extreme heat. Investigations show only some sizes were briefly unavailable on Monday, and the story was denied.
Cr Dingman of Victor Col and James M Michael of Cleveland join with Mary Elder of Wooster in a marriage license notice.
Ledger style record detailing assets liabilities and profit or loss for Wooster and Wayne Co as of June 30 1907. Major items include mortgages and stock securities loans deposits prepaid stock real estate and furniture with totals and disbursements reflecting receipts and expenses leading to a net profit of 1392671 and a fund balance of 2489.38 adjusting figures for accrued interest dividends and taxes.
Market summary from Wooster stock exchange notes Wheat for July and September at 3 and 5 3/4 cents, Corn July 53 1/2 cents September 52 1/2, oats barley rye and hay prices listed. Retail figures show wheat 86 cents per bushel, flour 4.00 per barrel, salt 1 10, wool prices mid and fine ranges, and various seed and feed items with exact per unit prices.
East Buffalo and Chicago markets show cattle prices from common to prime with steers at 4.70 to 7.86, cows 1.70 to 6.25, calves 5.10 to 7.25, hogs ranging 5.25 to 8.70, and sheep and lambs from 4.50 to 7.50. Pittsburg, Cleveland, and Cincinnati report similar grain and livestock quotes, with wheat at No. 2 red about 1.00, corn around 56 to 57, and lard and bacon markets noted.
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