03 Jun 1891
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1891
Page
1
Detroit May 28 The Presbyterian general assembly adjourned after a heated session on Dr Briggs with Princeton College leading the vote to veto his appointment. The debate centered on biblical translation errors progressive sanctification and infant damnation with Parkhurst and Patton defending Briggs amid intense controversy.
In Detroit on May 3 the Presbyterian General Assembly debated Dr Briggs amid shock over Judge Breckinridge’s death. Rev Israel W Hathaway urged postponing Briggs’ appointment for a year to allow investigation, while others argued against procedural delays and stressed church unity and adherence to scripture.
The board faces a tense showdown as directors clash over Dr Briggs's appointment to Union Theological Seminary. Supporters urge alignment with Dr Worcester's views, while opponents demand scrutiny of legality and qualifications. A Baltimore pastor, Washington officials, and Philadelphia critics weigh in before a vote is taken.
Prof David Swing remarks on the Briggs case and Westminster creed. He recalls questioning the creed around 1860 in Oxford Ohio and reflecting liberal views. He notes Dr Briggs and Dr Parkhurst are not orthodox per the Presbyterian canons and discusses the Detroi assembly’s action.
Every tissue of the body, every bone, muscle and organ, becomes stronger and healthier with Hood's Sarsaparilla. The tonic claims to aid vitality and overall well being through its formula.
A fragment notes the Hartford Courant as the oldest American newspaper, claiming it began printing on October 24, 1704 and asserting a guaranteed cure claim from a dubious source.
An advertisement touts Kiys Cream Balm as a cure for catarrh and deafness, claiming dramatic hearing restoration in three weeks. It also extols Sulphur Bitters as unequaled for kidney diseases, betting on dramatic health turnarounds and offering various products to readers.
A reader questions Muldoon and hot weather, while a columnist promotes nostrums for constipation and indigestion. Advertisements tout Chamberlain's Cholera Mixture and other tonics as reliable cures sold by Butler Wilson Druggists.
A fragmented early 20th century newspaper fragment touts Shilohs Vitalizer with claims for relief of dyspepsia and liver complaints, plus a kidney tonic Swamp Root sold by Zimmerman & Co. It mentions Druggists Keller & Wilson and cautions about whisky effects, highlighting medical endorsements and broad health claims.
A reader in Syloam Springs credited Ed D. W. Atkinson with endorsing Simmons Liver Regulator, praising its merits and recommending it broadly.
Indications show third party forces capture the Ohio Farmers Union convention with open alliance leaders backing a state independent movement. A platform drawn up calls for unlimited farm loans at 2 percent, abolition of the national banking system, direct election of president and senator, tax reforms, and strict anti liquor measures. The convention rejected endorsing the third party plan and adjourned to meet again upon executive committee call.
The Maryland Farmers Alliance legislative committee adopted a resolution urging county associations to demand recognition in nominating conventions and insist on naming candidates for the legislative portion of the tickets. No action on the third party movement.
The May 27 session at Biruigham Alabama decided to transfer The Missionary publication from Richmond to Nashville. An executive committee on foreign mission was re-elected and the home mission committee report adopted. The Sabbath observance committee criticized Sunday rail and newspaper operations. Funds allocated total thirty five thousand for home missions and ten thousand for Joan and a church building fund. Twenty thousand for the invalid fund and thirty two thousand for work among Indians. A morning prayer for rain preceded an afternoon shower enjoyed by the faith group.
A special train on the railroad line through the county collided yesterday with a wagon near Fulton nine miles from the city. Both engines wrecked and a private car was damaged. All passengers were more or less injured and the fireman on the special engine was seriously hurt.
Londén reports the Derby run yesterday amid heavy attendance and rain. The winner was Common with Gouverneur second and Martenharat third. Common won by two lengths while betting favored Con men slipped.
In New Orleans Mayor J Shakespeare speaks on crime and graft linking gal Corte to the criminal underworld. He downplays puerto ment mafia influence, claims readiness of police medicine, and asserts public calm despite controversy. He predicts continued quiet by the populace.
The Ohio Knights of Pythias Grand Lodge session in Cincinnati drew about 400 delegates. Mayors Mosby and state officers spoke, 200 received past chancellor degrees, and 65 new lodges joined the order in the past year.
Two well developed calves born in Lewisburg Ohio May 27 were found to be active and resembling local stock with strong hooves. The estrales are reported to be healthy and ready for sale or sale-ready cattle in the Lumber region.
A garbled 19th century style note reports a letter to Governor Thayer from a relative of Harrison. The piece mentions the president being urged to form an opinion and discusses a memorial or merit topic during a Nebraska visit as a guest of the people.
The Republican venue shows support for ending a mayoral term by cutting Mayers salary from 60 to 80 a month and requesting a new appointment week. The mayor claims only half the pole is Republican while insisting all shall be set.
The article reports two parties agreeing to a world title race in mid July with $1000 deposits each and David Ward of Toronto named stakeholder. It mentions a signatory panel including Hanlansand Comnunor and representatives Jake Gaudaur and McKay. The piece also notes a modern Greek speaker addressing King George during a recent Athens visit.
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