Wooster Secures Public Building Vote in House
A Washington dispatch reports the local public building bill with a $10,000 Wooster post office site appropriation passed the House Friday and is expected to become law soon after President Roosevelt signs. Senators Foraker and Dick pushed the site funding despite budget committee issues. local residents and M. L. Smyser’s plans shaped the effort, with site approval needed before construction.
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Bons
House
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Circus Aftermath and Rain Fail to Deter Hag enbeck Wallace Crowd
Rain began during the Hag enbeck Wallace night show yet attendance grew, with a larger crowd than the afternoon. Looters were seen leaving the Strata area by 1:30 PM and advertisers faced notices to remove building signs as agreed, or the signs may remain until damage ends.
Deafness Cure by Constitutional Remedy Promoted
A 19th century ad asserts deafness stems from inflamed mucous lining of the Eustachian tube and cannot be cured by local applications. It claims nine of ten cases are caused by catarrh and offers a free trial of Halls Catarrh Cure with a money back guarantee, urging readers to contact CHENEY & CO in Toledo, Ohio.
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Cheney
Toledo
Condensed Timetable Cleveland & Southwestern Traction Co
Locals run from Wooster with repeated times and routes to North Amherst Lorain Oberlin and nearby towns. Public inquiries directed to Wilbon G. P. A. and Clevaland office with excursion rates and Saturday night service noted.
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Parnes Springs
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Fire and accidents toast a week in Wooster paper
A flash of flames singed a shed on West Liberty street as Chief Kingley and crew battled the blaze. Auto news, theft reports, a birth, and a repair blitz at Rich Hardware mark a busy Wooster day with city workers, police, and residents reacting to accidents, weather disruptions, and stray horse deaths.
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Obituary for John Sparr of Plain Township Wayne Co
John Sparr born February 15 1842 in Plain township died May 25 1908 aged 66 years 3 months and 10 days. He served in the 9th Veteran Cavalry with Sherman’s army including the march to the sea and saw fifteen battles from Buckshead Georgia to Kirkpatrick’s surprise. He married Margaret Houser Fab February 14 187, left a widow and five children. Funeral conducted by Rev S P Kieffer with Grand Army of the Republic rituals at the Main Lutheran church and grave side salute by Given Post 183 Ohio.
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No Need of Suffering From Rheumatism Remedies Advised
A long scanned ad promotes Chamberlain's liniment for rheumatism and backache, claiming pain relief and sleep aid with a money back guarantee after a 30 day trial. It cites S H Boyd Co, Foley's Kidney Remedy, Pineules for the kidneys, and DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve sold at Krieger's Drug Store, urging readers not to be discouraged before trying these products.
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Shell game kept quiet in Wooster divorce case
Mrs Lydia Grouver of Sareve seeks a divorce from Harry F Grouver alleging adultery with Nelle Shannon in multiple locations and other unnamed women. She says he failed to support her and their five year old Harold, was cruel and abusive, spent money on drink and gambling, and that she left him in 1908 to live with her mother in Shreve.
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Sareve
Howard Rose
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Millersburg
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Acta
Nelle Shannon
Delaware
Toledo
Massillon
Groover
Delaware County
Lima
Trouver
Tax hikes seen for railroads in county audits
County auditors mostly boosted taxes on railroads for the coming year with rough figures. Baltimore & Ohio raised about 300 per wire, while the Pennsylvania system increased about 3700 per wire. Meetings to review auditor action and dates span May into June across Cleveland Akron Mansfield Axleland and Wheeling venues.
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Baltimore & Ohio
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Lodi
Pennsy
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Cleveland
High School Fracas Over Marshmallow Roast In Orrville
Students from Orrville High caused a disturbance at a sophomore event in Orrville woods on Wednesday evening. Harold Stambaugh was injured in the melee when a sophomore allegedly struck him with a stone, leaving him unconscious briefly. He was sent home Thursday and, though shaken, his condition was not believed to be serious. Superintendent Eiling declined to comment on possible action.
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Orra Woods
Harold Stambaugh
Stanbaugh
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Farmer Robbery Ends With No Loss At Home
Well known farmer Newatetter and his wife were away when a robber forced the back door and broke the kitchen door separating the living room. No money or valuables were taken. Witness Hroest Harter, who saw the marauder leave, believes he can identify him.
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Ten Cents Extra Ad Goes Into Effect
A notice at the railway station announces a new fare rule effective June 7. Conductors will collect an extra ten cents when paying cash on the train unless a ticket was purchased before boarding. The penalty applies to all train journeys with on train cash payments.
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Dr King’s New Discovery praised as life saver in letters
Naples Maine resident Ester Vi Nelson claims the cough remedy saved her life and would be essential, noting it has stood at the head of throat and lung remedies for forty years. Exemplary testimonials mention the product’s preventive qualities for pneumonia and healing weak lungs. Public notices list its sale at S H Boyd & Co and a trial bottle offer.
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S. H Boyd & Co
Railroad Appraisement Auditors Announce Valuations
ION Hough and county auditors report the railroad appraisement is unchanged from last year. Main track valued at 7000 per mile, switches and sidings 1500, rolling stock 2100, tools and equipment 310. Building valuations to be reported later by county auditors where located.
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A & CU
Stenuous simple life inspires Kentucky tobacco tale
A New York Post remark imagines Virgil adding a Georgic about Pacific agricultural joys as seen among Kentucky tobacco growers, suggesting literary parallels between classic farming life and modern agrarian work.
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New York Post
No fear of finding a good man to run for vice president
The Washington Post notes it is fortunate the American people are not troubled with fear about finding a capable man to run for vice president this year, implying confidence in political leadership.
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Kidneys and Skin Tied to Health Claims
An anti kidney and skin health claim asserts that weak kidneys cause pimply skin and that Hood s Sarsaparilla can strengthen kidneys, purify food, and improve overall health. A Wayne West Virginia testimonial credits Foley s Kidney Remedy for recovery from kidney disease, with mention of Foley s Remedy priced at one dollar. Claims for Dean s Regulators are also noted for constipation and digestion.
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Umbrellas Fetch No Bids As Rain Delays Circus Night
Report from a city event describes seven gentlemen with young ladies avoiding rain as umbrellas go unsold despite offers up to three dollars for any usable canopy. City official Minier discusses a dog tag sale and potential enforcement of an old ordinance. Nearby, George Hana irons out a staged tramp incident after a dummy was found in a boxcar.
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Hans
Spineless Substitute Advances in Forest Policy
The house has advanced a spineless substitute for Appalachian and White Mountain forest pills. The main feature is an investigating commission to be composed of congressmen and other pen foresters, per the Vitteburg Dispatch.
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White Mountain Forest
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Fire destroys Can an residence of A D Sommere
The Can an village fire destroyed A D Sommere’s residence on Thursday morning after a gasoline stove exploded. With no local fire service the town kept flames from spreading and saved household effects. Insurance partly covered the loss. Crestons residents aided with their fire engine, but the blaze was under control before it arrived.
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Shreve Vote Defeats Town Hall Bond Issue
Shreve voters on Wednesday rejected issuing bonds to fund a town hall. The tally was 133 for and 76 against, with the margin failing to meet the two thirds requirement.
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Shreve
Burglars Thought Prompted by Midnight Crash
Mayor Van Nest and family woke after a glass crash, fearing burglars had smashed a window. He checked the scene and found the noise came from a gas jet globe that broke into pieces in the crash.
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The Modesty of Women and Favorite Prescription
A vintage medical advertisement argues women's modesty hinders examinations while promoting Favorite Prescription as a cure for female ailments. It cites nonalcoholic ingredients, printed bottle labels, and endorsements from medical authorities, offering Dr Pierce’s Medical Advisor free with a request to Buffalo.
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What Shall We Have for Dessert Try JELLO
What Shall We Have for Dessert Try JELLO the dainty appetizing economical dessert Can be prepared to stand by simply add boiling water and serve when cool Flavored just right sweetened just right perfect to every way A 10c package makes enough dessert for a large family All Bracers sell it Ton t accept substitutes JBLI U compiles with all Pura Food Laws 7 flavors Lemon Orange Raspberry Strawberry Chocolate Cherry Peach
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Kilmer's Swamp Root offers kidney relief sample
Readers are urged to try Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root a kidney liver and bladder remedy praised as a medical triumph. A free sample bottle and an information book are offered by mail to those who mention reading the notice in this paper.
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Newkirk Law Office Joins Swart in Wooster Area
Attorney at law office in Jackson Blank Public Square lists Sarrran Joner as associate and patent attorney number 21044 registered in US Patent Office. Epoclastics notes estates patents and oil against corporations. highlights large experience, good facilities and free consultation.
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