Wooster News Sketches and Upcoming Events
A mixed page of local notes from Wooster details upcoming events and incidents. Mentions include a 41st Reídal Course final by Mrs. MacDonald at Kauke Chapel, a M. Y. O. B. social at Hugh Collins' home, telephones to the infirmary, and Wayne County Children's Home concerns. Also notes City Board of Examiners raises teaching requirements, 8th Regiment Band concert tickets, and a Demorest oratorical contest at Creston with finalists Verona Lee to Eva Indig. Farm events, Ascension Day services, a Gray-haired veterans funeral, an accident at the Armory with a cracked target, and Farmers Jubilee with Kemp's Wild West Show and the first open-air Wooster Electric Light Co. illumination plan. Enhances with exhibitions on June 3–5 and Field Day at the Fair Grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seth
Board of Pension
Hxarg Ae
Mic- Donald
Pat Kauke
Bt. Aty
Hugh Collins
North Street
Aminers
Wooster
Hospih
8Th Regiment
Claude Davis
Will Crites
Creston
Hay
C. 5. Keeney
Verona Lee
Yabel Fetzer
Mary Hockey
Goettieathens
Grace Simmons
Eva Indig
Loti
University
Madison Hill
Jane
St. Mary's Catholic Church
St James Episcopal
Albert J. Harry
Co. D. 8Th Regt. O. N.G
Fred Ruthheit
Messenger
Congress of Rough Riders of the World
Wooster Electric Light Co
Fair Ground
Land grant to John H. Parkhurst of Wayne Co Ohio 1846 tale
James B. Golf and Non publishers of the Texas State Journal in Austin report a letter to Tuk Hepublican noting a valuable tract of Texas land granted by the Republic to John H. Parkhurst of Wayne County Ohio aged 43 a shoemaker in 1846 for Texas Revolution services. The land remains unclaimed by unknown heirs as interest renews in Parkerhurst find and related Texas soldiers Hale and Arthur Thyone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James B. Golf & Non
Texas State Journal
Austin
Tuk Heplublican
Texas
Republic of Texas
John Hi. Parkhurst
Wayne County
Ohio
Parkhurst
If Hale
Arthur Thyone
L’arkhurst
Veteran harnessmaker Albert J Harry dies at home
Albert J Harry a G A R veteran and harnessmaker of West Liberty street died early today after paralysis and debility. Born in Patot township he served in the 184th Pennsylvania Volunteers from 1864 to 1865. Survived by his wife and two children Honora Brandon and John Brandon Jr. His dying wish for his son to attend his mother’s funeral will be granted via the Canton workhouse pardon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert J. Harry
West Liberty Street
Harry
Taseek
Harry McClarran
Patot Township
Cal
184Th Regiment
V.1
Honora Brandon
Patrick Brandor
East Henry Street
Palmesgills
John Brandon, Jr
Canton
McClarran
Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets touted as cure all for constipation
An old advertisement claims constipation is the world’s great illness more deadly than plagues and urges readers to buy Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets from the World's Dispensary Medical Association in Buffalo NY. It promises relief with a laxative and cathartic, noting pills come from a trusted medical adviser and book.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Pierce
World's Dispensary Medical Association
Buffalo
Cure-all Syrup Pepsin Offered by Laubach & Boyd
An advertisement touts Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin as a palatable remedy for constipation indigestion chronic headache and stomach or bowel troubles. Available in 10 dose bottles for 10 cents and larger sizes 50 cents and $1 from Laubach and Boyd.
No-To-Bac Claim Ad From Early Tobacco Era
An advertisement touts No-To-Bac as a miracle product to reduce tobacco use and rapid weight loss. It imitates sensational patent medicine style, promising quick, dramatic results and urging readers to buy at local shops. The text reflects era marketing with exaggerated claims and unclear endorsements.
Personal notices and social visits in Wooster area
A long list of social callers and guests among Wooster residents includes Mrs C. A. Sizel visiting Cleveland relatives, Sheriff W. W. Garver hosting Miss Mary Garver, Rev and Mrs A. K. Bartholomew from Pottsville, and Misses Hay and Etta Bowman off to Millersburg for a high school commencement. Also noted are public notices of illness, travels to Indianapolis for the Ohio Farm Day issue, Memorial Day plans, county conventions, and a pleasant surprise for Mrs. Billiard with a carpet gift and a departure to the depot for the surprise sendoff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Millersburg
R. Busselle
Tn Wooster
Daily Republican
Indianapolis
Missionary Conference and Epworth League Program Notes
Rural clergy from Mansfield Wooster and nearby towns gathered in Nashville for a missionary conference. The Helping Hand Society of Shreva elected officers in a late May program in Albion Ashland County featuring recitations, sermons, and papers by West Salem Burbank Congress and other communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meese
A. Henry
Mansfield
A Hills
Wooster
Cummings
Nankin
Kev. Anderson
Jerrysville
Londonville
Nashville
Helping Hand Society of Shreva BM. E. ¢Ehureb
Booth
Harrington
Kate Brown
Frank Denny
Emma Gillam
Jobn Williams
Walter Elliott
Aeters
Stra
D. Metcalf
Della Fleimers
Laura Oldroyd
Loumaster
J. Cutnan
Sire
Villa Krown
Wayne County
Epworth Loagua
Albion
Ashland Co
Tevrik Houseman
Harbank
Solo
Lauran M. Dunlap
West Salem
Jessie Myers
West Salem Paper
Jennie M. Cockrell
Burbank
Geo. . Mather
Vella Mullinneaux
Epworth League of 10
Emma Naftzger
John Jarkin
Evsu G Housemap
L’aper
Epworth Leaguer’s Trust
Viola Spangter
Congress
Ella Carlin
Korriboola
Reinstatement of Pavonia lodge 301 at Cuyahoga Falls
Pavonia lodge No 301 Arighta og Pythiar was reinstated at Cuyahoga Falls Friday night by Special Deputy Grand Chancellor T W Wakeman of Agron. OT member QO W Baum elected state vice councillor at Mt Vernon. Other officers named include A L Kaumgarner, C CO Miller, F f Warr, and more. Next session set for May in Galton. Rebekah lodges authorized for several Ohio towns and new lodges approved in Dayton and Mark Center. Grand officers elected and district reorganization approved with delegates chosen by district. Grand lodge to meet in Washington D C in 1898.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pavonia Lodge
Arighta Og Pythiar
Cuyahoga Falls
T W. Wakeman
Agron
QO W. Baum
Doslestown
Akron
Order of United American Mechanics
Mt. Vernon
A. L. Kaumgarner
St. Clairsville
C. CO. Miller
Masaillon
F. F. Warr
Canton
the Arbunkle
Liverpool
Harry Oldane Warren
Tindentor
Raiblet
Loudonville
George K.stephen
Mr Vernon
Key Jr. Manley
Cardington
National Council
G. W Spencer
Cleveland
Galton
Sidney
Grand Lodge
Onto
Rebekah
New Matamoras
Millereburg
Jackson Center
Cooney
Waverly
Vroctorville
St. Maris
Deshler
Denmark
Dayton
Mark Center
W. Q., Lupton
Delaware
William Moelcher
Columbus
John W Paul
Cincinnati
Pemberville
Will
Rhoades
East Liverpool
E. Niles
Findlay
Sherwood
Niles
Home Board
J. M. ‘Iartley
Xenia
Vor
Iloghes
Lyma
E Niles
Milo & Clapp
Warren
Sovereign Grand |Orge
Chamberisin’s Remedy Proclaimed by Indianapolis Vendors
A. H. Potter and B. C. Atkins & Co. of Indianapolis tout Chamberisin’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhws Remedy as essential at home for three years. Potter claims it cures pain and guarantees relief for children, recommending to try it. Available for sale by Laubach & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberisin
A. H. Potter
B.C. Atkins & Co
Indianapolis
Laubach & Soya
Burdock Blood Bitters Praised by Connecticut Resident
Miss Julia Elbridge of Weat Corowell Connecticut reports that Burdock Blood Bitters entirely cured a severe body eruption. She calls it a wonderful medicine and lists box 385 as her reference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burdock
Julia Elbridge
Weat Corowell
Conn
Cleveland Akron and Columbus By rail sells round trip tickets
The Cleveland Akron and Columbus By announces round trip tickets valid on all line stations for Sunday travel only, at a rate of one fara for the round trip. Inquiries may be made with any agent or by writing to OC F Daly General Passenger Agent Cleveland Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland,Akron & Columbus
OC. F. Daly
Cleveland
Ohio
Clevel Inod
Cincinnati
Columbus
Cincidmatt
Columb IR
Union Station
Tyas
East End
Upton Depot
Gannegan
Berun Kay News: Home and Foreign Coverage
The Berun Kay offers a concise digest of domestic and international news for two cents daily.
Presbyterian Plans at Winona Assembly Grounds
A Wooster observer reports from Eagle Lake Indiana on the Presbyterian General Assembly at Winona grounds May 20 to 25. Dr H Minton of San Francisco led a Pacific Coast bid for moderator but Dr Sheldon Jackson of Alaska was elected. Governor Mount spoke for ministers and mission houses with a broad debate on Newark and New York issues. The assembly drew about 500 members with lively discussions, social harmony, and a packed 2000 seat auditorium. More coverage anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winona Assembly
Eagle Lake
Ind
Presbyterian General Assembly
Synoda
Pacific Coast
H. ©. Minton
San Francisco
Cal
Sheldon Jackson
Alaska
Spinning
New Jersey
Jackson
Minton
Synod of
Ohio
Harrison
Winona
Tne
Wooster
Guheen
Corbett
Durstine
Columbus
EauLe Lake
General Assembly
Guy James A. Mount
Indiana
Provernor Mathews
Way Mount
Harrigan
Mount
Iits
Foreigo Missions
Mission House of
Newark
Lause
Tug
Io Jobn Wanamaker
Benj Harrison
Huey
Philadelphia
Brethren of the Assembly
New Mission House
New York
Assembly
New Yorks
Mission House
12Th Street
Ad Go
Soyous
Home Board
Cure for Indigestion Claim Promises Natural Relief
A newspaper blurb asserts many suffer indigestion and misattribute illness. It promotes Shaker Digestive Vogdial as the natural cure, claiming it relieves symptoms and cures dyspepsia gently and efficiently. A trial bottle offer follows with pharmacy contact details.
Assembly notes and local reports from Warsaw May gathering
The report covers board discussions on staffing and budgeting, Wanamaker’s congrats to Queen Victoria, a lively popular meeting for Frendmen and Home Missions, and correspondents’ impressions from Warsaw Indiana. It notes clerk reductions, expense estimates, debt reduction goals, and remarks on Assembly attendance and local development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wanamaker
Queen Victoria
England
Mr. Wanamaker
Frendmen
Senate
Nome
Home Missions
John Hall
New York
Spinning
New Jersey
Messrs. Hush
Californias
Jackson
Oregon
Downtown Wayne land transfers and deeds recorded
A long list of warranty deeds, quit claim and guardian deeds recorded for properties in Wayne, Milton, West Salem, Dalton, Congress, Sugarcreek, Canaan, and Wooster townships. Transactions include transfers to Henry Landaw, Elmore Fritz, Peter Waldeck Jr, James C Townfield, Ida Kschultz, and others, with acreages ranging from 1 to 22 acres and amounts from 400 to 41,000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph P Walton
Henry Landaw
Wayne Township
T H. Fritz
Elmore Fritz
Milton Township
M. ¥. Shakley
L’etar Waldeck, Jr
Weat Sa'em
Jacob Shakley
Peter Waldeck, Jr
West Salem
Hiram McVance
Elza J. Albertson
James CC Townfield
fFredericksburg
Wesley J
Ida Kschultz
Dalton
Canaan Township
L’rice Iasséll
James Learing
Dorge Plumer
Tolda May Plumer
Wooster
Walter
Foss
Adakobinsov
Louisa M. Maize
Percy
Florence Maize
Board of Education of
Wooster Township
Thieves Drain Dry Goods Store in Knox County
Holmesville Ohio May 26 thieves pried open A Wolfe’s dry goods store in Howard Knox County and stole about $100 worth of goods. Bloodhounds tracked suspects who were overtaken in the woods. some of the stolen items recovered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holmesville
Wolfe
Howard, Knox Co
Ohio
Holmesvilla
Augf
Score
B.L
University Notes and Personals of a City Newsroom
University notes from Monday's Datty list M. Donaldson 1:8 at the General Assembly and Misa Earth Keck of Hoover Cottage attending home commencement in Marshaliville Saturday. Prof. Harry Leyenberger of Brookfield College Mo. has been raised to a better position in Mankato Minnesota. Rev. Lyman Whitney Allen of Newark NJ winner of Tribune's $1000 prize preached at Kaoke Chapel noting the pleasure of preaching in the building where he had recently been a guest and the interest his visit aroused among commissioners. Wooster enjoyed having such an able divine present and hopes to hear him again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Datty
M. Donaldson
General Assembly
Misa Earth Keck
Hoover Cottage
Marshaliville
Saturaay
Harry Leyenberger
Brookfield College
Mankato
Minnesota
Lyman Whitney Allen
Newark
N.J
The
Tribune
Kaoke Chapel
Wooster
None Equal to Dr Hand's Coliq Care Says Mother
A mother of nine testifies that Dr Hand's remedies, used for over four years, surpass others for her children. She recommends Dr Hand's Coliq Care to many mothers, noting it proves satisfactory and is kept on hand at all times. The note ends with a promotional line for Castarets and related products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Hand
Mother
Hand
Biri
Mather
Examination questions in American Literature at Wooster teachers' study
Examination cosine for Quick's Educational Reformers shows a list of American Literature topics. Questions cover definitions of literature, colonial and revolutionary periods, Cooper and Concord writers, American literary figures, To a Waterfowl, Anabasis, Riverby, Captain, and other works, parkman Motley Prescott subjects, speeches by Bryant Webster Lincoln, Bayard Taylor, Hamilton, Eggleston, Lowell, and comparisons among Franklin Emerson Irving Holmes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otgil
America
J.F. Cooper
Concord
Annabal 'Leen
Ramona
Breakfast Table
Alhambra
Parkman
Motley
Prescott
W. A. Bryant
Daniel Webster
Abraham Lincoln
Bayard Taylor
Alexander Hamilton
Edward Eggleston
J. &. Lowell
H. D
Wooster High School Field Day Trials Run Among 300
The Athletic Association of Wooster High School held a field day to select contestants for north Ohio field day contests at Mansfeld in June. About 300 pupils witnessed events. winners include George Ferris with multiple wins and records. After events, class games yielded Acissa over C class 16 to 15, followed by a university grounds match where Juo tors defeated Freshmen 23 to 12.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Athletic Association of Wooster High School
Nothern Ohio
Mansfeld
Ahould
Wooster
George Ferris
Bechtel Alcock
Chas. Foltis
Charles Follis
Jos. Grasvatt
Jobdt
Hamilton
Edevard Spyder
Wallace Griley
Wallace Cri Ly
Chas. Smith
Charles Foillis
Hubert Smith
Stubby” Clark
Garde
Edward Snyder
Pat—George Ferris
Kd Snyder
Robert Smith
Secon
Acissa
Juotors
As Zarn
Wayne County Edges Stark In Lake Survey Trip
Canton Repository reports a Wayne county board and Stark county crew toured Avian to Fox Lake. Wayne county took a shorter route, finished viewing, and dined two hours earlier. Later they planned ditch cleaning and opened surveys to report benefits and damages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canton
Fox Lake
Board of County Commissioners
Wayne County
Stark County
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement By Van Nest Reader
Mr J P Van Nest of 124 Liberty St endorses Doan's Kidney Pills saying back trouble began from a fever in the army. He describes pain when sitting or lifting, stiff mornings, and relief after taking Dean's Kidney Pills from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY. Sold 50 cents a box. w2d26,31,4
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J P. van Nest
Liberty St
Eigar
Argu
van Nest
Doan
Dean
Proctor & Qhail
Gale
Foster-Milburn C
Buffalo
N. Y
United States
May 24 Twon Town Notes and Local Gossip
Local items report billings from Cayhole thefts and threats by Mike if repeated. Visits by Mr and Mrs Cayhos and Hattie Wolgarmot to Millersburg. Wheat and hay prospects look good. Mrs Jenole Rosh celebrated her 23rd birthday near Tytertown. Mrs Fletcher and party from near Chicago visit Armstrongs. Dr and Mrs Irvin and son in Magnetic Springs. Mae Hoegaar from Congresa has a music class. I N Winter attended Miss Gingery funeral. Rev Miller preached at Wayne. Readers asked whether hired men get legal holidays on Sundays for Memorial Day and the Fourth of July. A rat bout at Will Armstrong’s home led to slain rodents and damage to Mrs Armstrong’s Plymouth Rock chicks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Q. L. Cayhole
Mike
Orra Cayhos
Hattie Wolgarmot
Millersburg Honday
Abraham Rhodes
Jenole Rosh
Tytertown
Thog. Fletcher and
Gop
Chicago
Wooster
Wayne
Rerblican
Will Armatrong
Plymouth
Farm for Sale Near Wooster on Columbus Road
The Sibley farm known as Jebo Wyckoff farm two tracts totaling 8034 acres and 1744 acres are for sale at fair price. The 80% acre tract offers water food fruit and buildings. The 1% acre tract is mainly timber. For details contact W H B Sichley, Agent, Wooster, Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sibley
Jebo Wyckoff
Wooster
Columbus Road
W.H B.sichley
May 25 Local notices and social items from Ashland area
May 25 notes recount a funeral in Ashland for Jacob and Christian Fisgerlas, political delegates chosen for Yi' C.l convention in Stering, and various local moves. Henry Amstutz starts a new life phase after working for Jay Brenneman. Lem Geiger wins a painting contract for the Mennonite church. Orrville visits recur with a sale and a draft horse purchased. Ackerman and Moser consider University summer term attendance. The Wooster district conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church met at New Portage on May 1 and 2 with many Wayne county participants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Pilton
Ashland
Jacob
Christian Fisgerlas
Harvey Ratt
Korea
Orrville
Winkler and
Hartman
Yi’ C.l
Stering
Joseph Kelafetter
John Flager
Illinois
Ed Smith
Maggie Myers
Brachleyvile
Jacob Myers
Olivet
Henry Amstutz
Jay Brenneman
Fla
Ada
Lem Geiger
D. W. Amstutz
Sonnenbdberg
Zaercher
J.gerber
N DD
Moser
The
University
Wooster District
Summer amusements at Fayle Lake Indiana resort
Winona Assembly Grounds at Fayle Lake near Wareaw Indiana along the Fort Wayne Route offer a pleasant summer outing with recreation entertainment instruction and devotion. The lake is ringed by several hundred acres of woodland and hosts cottages and summer homes. Visitors can enjoy bathing boating picnics and stage events while enjoying concerts a theatre college and restaurants. Excursion tickets to Eagle Lake will be sold via Pennsylvania Lines during the summer season with fares and schedules available from local Pennsylvania Line agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jouth
al Winona
Fayia Lake
Ind
Wareaw
Fort Wayne
Ashley Belog
Hersons
Ituyie
Hil
Theatre College
Pally Boem
God Restaurart
Bern
Teneteneral
Sergply
Wester Assciate
Todiava
Indiana
Natinal Medirg Security
Endeavor Cinyeatie
Eagie Lake
Pennsylvania
F van Duseu
Teehera Baaser
Patan Fa
Wheeler Nerve Care Product Review and Claims
Fragmentary ad style text describes a nerve remedy called Wheeler's Nerve Mua creams and Pro WE nerve vitaneer touted to restore nerves, reduce pain, and improve health. It lists dubious claims, pricing hints in pounds, and mentions Laubach & Budd as sellers with historical tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeler
Leon
Laubach & Buvd
Reductions in fares for summer travel in Pennsylvanias rail system
The notice outlines widespread fare reductions across the Pennsylvania Lines for summer travel to numerous destinations nationwide. It lists dates and locations including Nashville, Memphis, Winona, Minneapolis, Chattanooga, Detroit, and more, with various regional assemblies and leagues referenced. The document notes tickets may be shared or exchanged with general public access and directs readers to a railway office for full details and scheduling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Nashville
Getober
Jepressee Centennial
Inberbatl
Exposition
Winona Assembly Grounds
Witwaw
Nates
Stine
Pittsburg
Canada
Minneapona
BOP OY Blas
Chattanooga
America
Via
Val
Pates Lane
Tran
Gerriet Passenwsr
Lew Arpdoos
Also Mentioned on This Page
John H. Parkhurst
Wayne Co., Ohio
Mowery
J. M. McDowell
Eli Hoffman
Abilene
Kan
Joseph Min E
John McSweeney
Fair View Plain Township
Grace Hulbert
Hubbard
Myre
Ross
Ephriam Swinehart
Chester Township
J.S. Ross
Lacy
Missionary Society
Frederickeburg
Women’s Christian Temperance
Nien
Blocher
Speer
Dysart Hanpert
Lerch
Wisner
Northrop
Smith
Leyda
Compton
Yoder
Gann
Misses Dysart
Jordon
Billiard
Spink Street
Iliard
Lodge Laconics
Presbyterian, Plans
Republican
Wooster Republican
Warsaw
Gregory. Campbell
Minters
California
Andrew J. Bair
Heddick Dam
van Wert
Bre
Herron
Dr. Holliday
Wayne County Records
Florian Schaffter
Corresonaence Wooster Republican
Cascarets
Wooster City Teachers
Stark
Nashville, Tennessee Exposition
Baltimore & Ohio R
Baltimore & Ohio
B&o
TNT
Gulven Corners
Munyon
Unyon
Munon
Earth
Billous Cole
Colle
Giphtheria
Munson
Muny
Arch Street
Ledelphia
Cedar Valley
Sonnenberg
Aare Sale
AR Lcticas
Shug
Dr. Wheeler
Jomh ST
Camden
Asd
Cook Remedy CO
Miso
Temple
Win Oy
Oye
Cma
Pennsylvania Lines
Bud Desbrosses
Twenty-third Street
Uptown
Fa Maly
Jersey City
Twenty Third Street
Tyennsylvania
Cortlandt Street
Sumner
Lesshore
Atwaite
Alegheniee
Adrondacks
Catekula
Mountastus
Lake
Mihigan
North West
Arditcindes
Cape May
Ietes Bey
Mackirac
Hapinz Preminarica
C LL Komball
Clevelard
Hut
Tid Eterch, Ltd
pArliathee
Aalote
Lust Nla
Saad
Hoyas
the Oost
Bret Dothaus
Daby Exe
Sonday
Marleen
Mer Pass
Trathe
Haitiguere
MD Allen Ate von Thronve
Syruit
New York Weekly Tribune
Geo W. Best
New York City
Tru
Leveland
Columbus R'S
So Lee
Warwick - Ortvide
Vernete
Centerburi
Ylomitus
Clueveland
Wu WA
F. Daly
Agen
Apple
Reek
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