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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1905
Page
4
Local column notes summer weather and political chatter as Patterson followers claim faith in votes this year. Roosevelts approach to policy is described as passive amid talk of insurance investments and New York developments.
A fragmentary note hints at a slow gun arrival and a featherman saying the time will come. References to an old apple tree shade and a casual remark on safety linger amid garbled lines about the sultan and castor oil. A Akron dispatch reports a child’s death from eating a newspaper, and war talk grows tense. It also notes uncertain chatter between William and Nicholas about weather and other topics.
The peace commissioners collect about $200 daily plus expenses, a detail that explains concerns negotiations may drag through the winter. The piece also questions attempts to glorify Lieutenant Peary for chasing the north pole amid harsh weather.
The piece notes melons coming in late season taste dull and unlike those once eaten in a country patch under a dark moon, recalling nostalgia for sweeter, past harvests.
A provocative remark suggests Japan would gauge Russia indemnity by the taxes Russians could raise without revolution, implying a stark calculus of wartime reparations and financial leverage. The statement links fiscal pain to political upheaval and postwar demands.
A Greenland whale discovered recently is described as larger than 85 elephants and is expected to feature in traveling circuses by next summer, reflecting a bold claim about its size and mobility.
The passage argues it is not credit to Russian enterprise that ships added to the Japanese fleet were made in Russia. It notes the late president of the baking powder trust left thirty million dollars, implying substantial funds behind efforts to raise objects.
Millionaire Scotty claims he has collected 34 000 begging letters while noting that 185 truthing indicate none of the writers received any reward for their trouble.
The text hints at a人物 named Rockefeller and a messy dispute over location and guilt. It notes the elder figure entering a deal while suggesting he bears responsibility for a child from another man, framing a muddled legal or financial matter with unclear specifics.
Lillian Ruesell, described as scireas, breaks a rib and faces jokes about slow healing due to her advanced age. The remark implies offense at aging stereotypes surrounding recovery.
Governor Higgin orders an investigation into every insurance company operating in New York. The move aims to reveal how insurers use public funds and hints at broader scrutiny of industry practices affecting residents statewide.
A starving New York youth was arrested for stealing a few loaves of bread. The incident is framed as a cautionary example amid ongoing political and graft concerns. The district Democratic senatorial convention is set for Thursday afternoon at the Wooster City Opera House, with Wayne county backing F. M. Hanover for the nomination.
Marriage license notices show Lowery of Akron and a partner from the area, along with additional names including Zella Nees and Walters. The fragmented OCR indicates multiple entries or couples seeking licenses, with limited legible details about dates or counties.
Lois M Bowman youngest daughter of Joshua S and Martha Bowman of East Union died July 16 1905 aged 19 years 1 month and 0 days after a fall on a rack led to a blood poisoning death funeral details and family thanks noted. She was a member of East Union Lutheran Sunday School and known for kindness and service to others. Floral tributes displayed the community’s respect.
Wooster members of the Royal Ar canua celebrate a supreme council gathering in August to revisit the rate question. Dispatches to newspapers confirm the report, as high Wooster rates remain unpopular among the senior residents.
Late Monday the board of trustees appointed Professor Jesse Reeser of Jawa University to replace Professor Kirkpatrick in oratory. Reeser, trained in Perry Iowa, Iowa State College, and Boston School of Expression, has taught in Natchitoches Louisiana and earned post graduate honors. Also appointed is Miss Lilian Miller of Muskingum Conservatory to succeed Elizabeth Wilson in music. Mary Thomas, mother of Lois Thomas of Bellefontaine, heads Hoover Cottage House.
County commissioners approved numerous expense bills including coroner inquest costs for Joseph Schaefer, county culvert and pipe purchases, hauling, auditor and treasurer office supplies, jail prisoner labor, bridge work in Greene township, typewriter supplies, public notices, trial costs, and various cost bills for non residents and probate related items. Totals include major items for Ohio Culvert Pipe Co and bridge construction, with other minor expenditures across multiple townships.
Robert J. Wilson of Springfield QC arrives as the starter for the races. He is described as one of the best known and most popular racing officials in the state.
Wayne County potato acreage tops previous years and demands reliable gear for harvest. The Dowden digger, sold by Wooster Hardware Co as central and eastern Ohio distributor, promises deep digging, light draft, long wear, and simple operation. It has 15 years on the market and is famed in major potato regions for performance under diverse conditions.
Card of thanks to neighbors and friends who assisted during illness and death of husband and father. Appreciation also to the Macca bees for floral tribute. Signed by Mrs W B Scobey and Lewis and Edward Scobey.
July events report threshing beginning with expectations of a strong wheat yield. Frank Johnson and another farmer run separate machines, including a new self-feeder separator. Local social visits occur across Wooster Maple Grove and surrounding areas. Several family gatherings, baptisms, and festival attendance are noted, along with a reunion planned for July 29.
Nell reports a fine royal entertainment at Thomas Armstrong's home Tuesday night. Will Menscher entertained a friend from Syria Tuesday night. A large crowd attended Creston camp meeting Sunday and all noted it was fine. Miss Mary Whitworth visited with Miss Sylvia Frazier last Wednesday. Nell left for Burbank Thursday after a friendly visit. Mrs McAfee and her sister and daughter spent last Sunday with their Cedar Valley parents. Death noted of Mrs Dave Stair Friday morning with interment at Reedsburg cemetery Sunday. Ely's Liquid Cream Balm advertised with 75 cent price and mail order option.
Wartime advice stresses vigilance by the guard of the body as the first line against disease. A strong digestion, aided by Mi-o-na, is urged to neutralize swallowed germs, improve nutrition, and prevent nervousness or sleeplessness linked to stomach acidity. The ad promotes Mi-o-na with a 60 cent price and a 25 cent trial.
The Natural Gas company has installed gas along the Lakeville area to test pipe conditions. Wet-cage fixtures line the route while gas flows to towns along the right of way. The company plans to extend gas to Wooster, with further pipe tests before widespread release. Mohican company also plans to feed Loudonville and Lakeville by September.
Miss Jennie and Mae Daniel of East Union visited Artie Lilley. Gene Romaine of Columbus visits AE Eyman's family. Mike Gasick and family near Wool wins Sunday with kin. Isaac Jamenson from Massillon visited Mrs. Mary Rife’s home. Miss Pearl and Charley Rife accompanied them home. Josephine Knobleia visits Akron. Mrs. Willis Armstrong of Kent visits her parents. Adam Schultz and Guy Moore of Akron visit his mother. Joseph Bott of Dalton calls on friends. Excursion to Silver Lake last Thursday. Mrs. Gray of Dayton visiting. she broke her left wrist while visiting country earlier. Dr J R Jamenson helps care. A A Heinhardt broke collar bone and dislocated shoulder playing ball.
July updates show residents visiting relatives in Cleveland Madison Burbank and Jefferson with social calls from G O Wiles Mrs Dualt Whitemyer and Mrs Ray Rittenhouse. An August 5 ice cream festival at the Presbyterian choir and Anna Wiles teaching in East Palestine are noted. Observed illnesses include Mrs Eliko Frary and the Oller family. Reverend Glenn preached at the Presbyterian church as familiar locals from Barberton attended camp meeting.
In Columbus on July 24, A B Peckinpaugh of the bureau of inspection of public offices issues an opinion stating the juvenile court cannot be abandoned due to legal provision for its expense and that such expenses must be paid from the salaries of juvenile officers.
Gall for Republican Primaries: Wooster Ohio July 10 105. Pursuant to a resolution, Wayne County Republican executive committee calls a primary on Saturday August 5 1905 from 4 to 8 p m at regular polling places to nominate township and municipal officers and select a central committeeman for the year. Precinct committeemen to arrange, appoint two judges and a clerk. Results to be returned to the executive committee. posting of township candidate names at each precinct. canvass and declaration by the committee. G I Gardiner secretary. Also a testimonial for Eclectric Oil from K L S Gist of Pawnsville Ky.
Wheat July 87.5 cents, September 87.0, December 87.5. Corn July 47.5, September 45.4. Oats July 88.0, September 29.0.
Cattle, sheep, hogs and calves listed by market totals. Chicago values show steers from 5 15 to 5 86, cows 2 50 to 4 60, native and western lambs 4 50 to 7 26, hogs around 6 20 to 6 40, and wheat No 2 red at 81 5. East Buffalo and Cleveland quotes record export cattle, steers, calves and hogs with varied prices. Pittsburg markets list prime and choice cattle up to 6 5 40 and lambs to 7 00, with hogs near 6 05 to 6 85.
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