25 Jul 1900
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1900
Page
1
A satirical column critiques China policy and foreign nerves as Li Hung Chang and Empress Dowager are cited. It jokes about executions over ministers murders, ponders the Hague peace conference, and lampoons Russia and Western attitudes toward China. The piece blends humor with inflammatory political commentary and contemporary figures.
President McKinley blocks brass band delegations to Canton as world tensions rise over China. Russia and other powers fight Boxers allied with the Empress of China, likely sowing a chaotic international scene. Some 8th Regiment men claim readiness to push for China action, though the colonel assured loyalty to the President. The regiment would serve with honor if dispatched.
An advertisement touts Hood's Sar sapurilla as a speedy fix for blood purification and digestion, promising cures for scrofula, salt rheum, dyspepsia, nervousness, and fatigue. It mentions Hood's Pills as a cathartic and Foley's Kidney Cure for kidney health and blood quality, with testimonials from L H McCracken praising Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin and a guaranteed Banner Salve for skin and sore issues.
A local prize eating event at Pin Hook schoolhouse drew attention as Ben Splutters ate nine heads of cabbage in a humorous display. The crowd noted he was unharmed, attributed to Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin claimed to prevent stomach trouble. ads mention DeWitt's Little Early Risers for liver and bowels.
Fred Yienling, former boxer and self defense teacher, attacked Policeman David Griest outside Bowers restaurant. Griest knocked him down and choked him into submission, Yienling hospitalized and charged with intoxication. Doctors suspect brain injury and recommend operation. Yienling committed to Massillon Hospital for evaluation.
The ad claims thousands restored to health by Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It urges trials for coughs and lung troubles, noting cures even after other treatments failed and after health resorts. Available from Laubach & Boyd on the Safire druggists in July.
John Elliott Jr a six year old of Wayne Township is threatened with lockjaw after a needle broke in his foot weeks ago and caused the infection. The case centers on his father Squire John Elliott and the medical condition arising from the injury.
Dr KR V Pierce promotes The People’s Common Sense Medical Act as a practical teen guide and family health manual. The work, 1008 pages, covers essential medical and sexual health topics in plain English and is offered at no cost to readers receiving stamps to cover mailing, with 21 stamps for paper binding or 31 for cloth binding, sent to Buffalo NY.
A jumble of old time remedies proclaims Grean's August Flower as a universal cure for dyspepsia liver and stomach issues with sample bottles offered. Witch Hazel Salve for eczema and wounds boasts instant relief. Banner Salve praised for wounds and sores. Kodol Digestive Aid touted for indigestion with broad claims. Numerous dealer names, scattered notes, and garbled text fill the page.
In Wooster, oil pumpers began extracting from a well on Wednesday and found an unusually large yield. Operators report continued pumping as crews assess the extent of the flow and how long it may last.
A Pennsylvania Colata employee destroyed a newly built bridge and sluice near the Orrville area southwest of the corporation line where the Wheeling and Lake Erie track crosses the Cleveland Akron and Columbus line. A locomotive tied to the bridge was wrecked. The bridge lay on the railroad right of way and the incident occurred last night.
A Tuesday storm battered East Larwill street with a lightning strike that damaged Harry Millers house. The bolt caused shingles to fly, brick to loosen, and electrical effects across the premises. A visitor was frightened and a cow near a tree was killed. James Donald’s barn and contents burned. insurance coverage held by W. C. Myers & Co. The total loss nears thirty-two thousand dollars.
Eighth Ohio Colonels Weybrecht Vollrath and Major Critchfield met Pennsylvania Line officials in Pittsburg to arrange transport to New Philadelphia for an August 7 six day encampment. They discussed possible China deployment, with President McKinley expressing confidence in the regiment. Civil War reflections and local banter about China war foods followed, amid assurances the company would serve if called. Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption is praised by Annie Springer of Philadelphia, claiming it cured her chronic cough. bottles sold at Laubach & Boyd's drug store with trial samples and guarantees.
Major General Dick names his military staff for the Ohio National Guard including George M. Right as assistant adjutant general and chief of staff, Charles Ames as assistant inspector general, H. M. W. Moore as chief surgeon, Moulton Houk as chief quartermaster, Harr Frrease as chief commissary, and G. F. Hanselman as judge advocate, with two aides to be appointed.
Two travelers from Wooster, John Mykrantz and Hess Hethinger, report a tense road-side incident six miles east of Ashland near Enock Buchanan’s. A man sprang from the roadside, demanded their horse and buggy, spoke in broken English, claimed to be from Damascus, kept one hand near a hip pocket, and wore a torn coat. The pair pressed on toward Ashland after a brief, uneasy interaction.
The Smithville Chautauqua opens August 3 for ten days with a varied program. Events run Friday evening with Warren City Band concert, and continue through Sunday with plays The Sixth Sense and Samspsons Riddle, plus lectures by Dr. Leland and others. Daily features include music, readings, and a general picnic day with interspersed performances.
Philadelphia man John Oliver recounts a dire illness with yellowing skin and failing appetite. After three physicians gave up, a friend urged Electric Bitters and one bottle began a dramatic recovery. He credits three weeks of use with restoring health and saving his life. Ladbach Hoyd's drug store offers them for 50 cents guaranteed.
Probate Judge R L Adair ordered on Wednesday morning that Arthur Donald, a Dalton youth jailed for theft, be committed to the Boy's Industrial School at Lancaster.
A pamphlet extols internal remedies for catarrh noting that local applications fail to reach the seat of the disease and highlighting Hall's Catarrh Cure as a blood and mucous surface treatment. It claims testimonials show over fifteen hundred lives saved using One Minute Cough Cure for grippe, cold, asthma, whooping cough, bronchitis and pneumonia, with early use preventing consumption.
Incomplete OCR shows an old ad style claiming Germen Syrup offered free bottles for children and mentions adults with lung troubles. The snippet references Laubach, a seated lamp, and Boschep like phrasing, indicating a general medicinal sales pitch with unclear dates or locations.
F. M. Higgins of Seneca reports long standing piles relieved by Bucklen's Arnica Salve. He calls it the best salve in the world and guarantees cure for only 25 cents. Sold by Aurbach & Boyd druggists.
Judge Igor Eason heard the case in Millersburg Tuesday and delivered a ruling Wednesday morning. The village, led by its mayor, sought to restrain the Killbuck Telephone Company from erecting poles and laying wires within corporate limits. The injunction was denied, allowing the company to continue work in Millersburg.
The American exhibit at the Par Exposition will be an open volume showing lessons of skillful directed endeavor and unfaltering energy. The United States Government Building is nearly completed and designed to showcase perseverance. It touts a cure for constipation indigestion biliousness malaria and related ailments, claiming universal efficacy and availability through all druggists.
Ad claims universal favor for Dr Cadwell Syrup Pepsin promising relief from constipation indigestion stomach ache and stomach problems with a guarantee. Mentions Kruly cured bronchial trouble and testimonials from E Davis and Hoyd.
Washington seeks the strength of Ohio National Guard units on peace and war footing for the war department. Governor Nash sent requested data as basis for annual military appropriations. Officials expect possible extra congressional session if Chinese situation drives army expansion beyond 100,000. Gen Dick avoided comment on the matter. An Ohio troop outcome impacts policy and preparation at state and national levels.
The Mansfield special notes a John Ries a one legged man from Wooster aged 63 charged with drunkenness begging and nuisance in police court. He was released with condition to return to Wooster. A local letter praises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy Tied to a cholera infantum case in Bookwalter Ohio with endorsement from Mrs Curtis Baker.
The Nick Amster Wooster baseball team will be known as the Nick Amsters this date. A local merchant donated most of the funds for equipment. Uniforms arrived today in ply color with red stockings, belt, and cap, shirts bearing Nick Amster. Best Remedy for Stomach and Bowel Troubles. Cham berlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy praised by W Wakefield of Columba Ga for its swift relief and family use.
Storm rains caused widespread flooding as sewers overflowed and cellars filled. In Chester township floods reached two feet, sweeping crops and small objects. bridges may wash away. Doylestown reports hail, strong winds, and damage to a house, granary, and trees. one side of a residence was torn off and oats were beaten down.
The writer reports on atrocities in Asia, missionary work in Korea, and taxes in Japan. He notes 7000 troops landed, missionaries leaving, and growth of Christianity. calls for native instructors, funds for a bath-house, and support for Home staff. He describes armored ships near Nagasaki, hospital ship Space arriving, and hopes for early settlement.
An East Liberty street user testifies that Dono's Kidney Pills from Zimmerman & Co. gave immediate relief for backache and swollen symptoms tied to kidney issues. The ad frames kidney problems as the source of diabetes and claims a quick cure with the pills.
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