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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1902
Page
6
Fragmented text presents a 19th century claim that a long life secret is revived and free to all who send name and address. It describes dubious methods and remedies, with scattered references to trials, doses, and supposed testimonials, but lacks coherent details or verifiable outcomes. The passage reads as a promotional medical hoax from an era of sensational cures.
A blaze at the Continental Tobacco plant today caused major damage and a 23 acre fire. Firefighter Spécialt Trae WePrform, fighting the flames, survived but a fire chief named Tannes was overcome by heat and condition is critical.
An audience in Wooster heard Frank I Buaileo of London discuss whales and whaling, sharing his sea years and myths of the craft. The talk framed by a London correspondent’s note highlighted education value and public interest, with a call for a future free lecture for children.
Fragmentary probate court notice outlines estate matters involving Zimmerman and others. It references removal of administrators, filings, and potential court dates, but the readable text is garbled with many missing words and unclear names.
Special to Toe Republican reports James Barns ahh ePnglaAaer of Adgton was killed in a blast on a railroad locomotive. Cabban and Jones were badly burned in the incident on the Mittsburg and Westecy railroad near a town.
The article records a dispute in a probate court over a telephone contest and transportation of a case related to an and cites opposition by several parties including the Hello or Canteat loalen company. It notes a proposed ordinance passage, council opposition, and attempts to secure power and stage appeals to the final reading.
In Wooster reports from the Mansfield News detail a plan to build an electric line linking Mansfield and Canton, passing through Mifflin Hayesville Jeromeville Reedsburg Orrville Massillon and Wooster. Key figures George Billman J W Sigler J M Downes and chief engineer James Ritchie announce the Mansfield Wooster and Canton Traction Company with headquarters in Mansfield and preliminary talks conducted in Wooster.
A jumble of local chatter and wandering observations from Wooster recounts rumors about Fordyce near Madpsent, comments on wheat, wells, and a hobo story. The piece touches on work aid programs, university ties, price trends, and a portrait of a once vibrant but fading woman amid town talk.
Dalton July 25. Directors of the new bank purchasing Wertz block force two businessmen from a room. Ground broken for brick block. Kurzen remodelling old Race building to open a shoe store soon. Notable visitors include Abs. Drv. Tart and Mrs Azingard of Wooster. Master Scott leaves home for first time in over fifteen weeks.
Lumber for the glass works is being hauled rapidly as a larger force works since early week and the factory will rise quickly. The next two weeks are set to bring mammoth changes in the vicinity of the new plant.
A fragmented ad style plea for Dr Pierce Golden Medical Discovery claiming it purifies impure blood and cures skin eruptions scrofula and lung troubles. It quotes mothers testimonies of children recovering from consumptive symptoms and urges requesting the People’s Common Sense Medical Adviser free by mail from Buffalo New York.
At the Fair Grounds on Friday morning Wooster horses impressed spectators with fast miles. Warren Hartman piloted Scott Box and Danuel Geyer rode Harry Wood as they began the race, Harry Wood breaking early but recovering to clock a last half mile in a local track record 1084.
The Rathbone sisters held a Friday night meeting where Mrs Harvey Moses and Mrs Moses were initiated into the mysteries of the order. No supper was served, but members enjoyed the exercises and a pleasant gathering afterward.
A patient describes a weak stomach causing uneasiness after meals and headaches, noting Hood's Sarsaparilla as highly beneficial for stomach troubles and general debility. The testimonial from B. Hiceman of W Chester, Pa, emphasizes reliance on the remedy for nausea and digestive weakness.
An old advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills as remedies that strengthen and tone the stomach and the entire digestive system. The copy emphasizes overall health benefits and digestive support.
Train schedules listing connections between Cleveland Toledo Columbus and Cincinnati with proposed routes to Pittsburgh Chicago and New Orleans. Timings show departures from Columbus via Panhandle and other lines, with notes on days of operation and flag stops. Car services include parlor cars and sleepers with timetable references to 1895 era routes through Wooster Crestline Crestline and Xenia.
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