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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1907
Page
6
Periodic Pains presents Dr Miles Anti-Pain Pills as a remedy for menstrual cramps backache nervous or sick headache and assorted aches. It promises quick relief without after effects and claims the pills do not contain opium or dangerous drugs. Sold by druggists with a warranty of money back. Doses 25 cents per package.
The tenth annual Winters reunion gathered in North Center on Saturday June 1 1967 with attendees from Wooster Barabos Mansfeld Shelby Abtron Kenmore and Valparaiso Ind due to rain meals were served in the barn and after dinner socializing and songs continued W W Pecht of Mansfield chaired the gathering Archie Eberly Kenmore was elected president Mrs May Eberly secretary and FHA Fox treasurer for the upcoming year and a group photo followed the election of officers the event closed with thanks to host family for hospitality.
Readers recount cures by Dr Pierce medicines and praise the open disclosure of ingredients. The text defends Golden Medical Discovery and Favorite Prescription as non secret remedies, notes their alleged broad healing claims for catarrh, stomach, and women’s disorders, and promotes testimonials from medical writers and patients, plus offers a free booklet.
The Wooster Delivery Co officers met at the East North street station to consider a request by drivers for higher wages. The board decided the increase could not be granted, although no strike was planned. Some drivers may seek work elsewhere.
An old advertisement for Dr Shoop Headache Tablets from Racine Wisconsin promises relief from neuralgia toothache and period pains by reducing blood pressure and blood congestion. It claims the tablets ease headaches and other pains and is sold by Bixler's Modern Pharmacy.
A reader touts For Honey and Tar as a remedy for coughs and lung issues and claims it cured consumption in early stages. The ad-style note promotes Bixlers’ Pharmacy and Boye & Summer, highlighting laxative cough syrup made with honey and tar but without opiates, suitable for children and easy on croup symptoms.
The city lot at Spink and East Liberty streets sold to George Gerstenslager for 395 dollars after a public sale led by Clerk Whitmore as auctioneer for the board of public service. The bidding started with Jon Johnston at 210 and progressed to the final bid, with Johnston not a strong rival. The board met in executive session to confirm the sale and arrange payment.
Mre Nova Zelle Knopsnider of Westsalem petitions for divorce from Clyde Knopsnider, now in Ashland. They married Jan 4 1905 and have a child Lotta Laghan Knopsnider. She alleges theft of provisions, desertion, assault, and threats, and seeks custody and alimony. Keeler & Keeler represent plaintiff.
The Creston Journal praised Miss Martha Webster for her work as music instructor in Creston public schools. The recital featured 23 girls ages 1 to 15, none given extensive drill, and showed progress in music with songs sung by note and several group pieces at sight. The article commends her teaching and notes the school board reengaged her for another term.
Mrs Susannah Green aged 58 years six months and twenty days died Tuesday June 4 of infirmities of age at the home of her daughter Mrs James Dilgard southwest of the city. She was mother of Wilhaw Green of West North street Wooster. The funeral will be from the Plain church at 10am Thursday, with interment in the church cemetery.
A Fortunate Texan, Mr E W Goodloe of 107 St Louis, reports trying Dr Kings New Life Pills, claiming they are highly effective against malaria and biliousness without grinding or gripping. The ad promotes Dr Shoop’s Magic Ointment for piles and mentions Bixler's Modern Pharmacy and Rord & Caja drug store as sellers.
Beating caneys filter the impurities from the blood, and unless they do this ood health is impossible. Foley's Krazey Cure makes sound kkidneys and will lively cure all forms of kidney and disease. It strengthens the whole system. Sold by Krieger's Drug Store with Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve for scratches, burns, cuts and stings.
Mrs James France of south Market street suffered burns when a gas explosion occurred while she lit a natural gas stove. She was awakened by a blast as the upper burner ignited the oven tower. The blast knocked her down but caused no fire beyond the stove and nearby woodwork. Dr L A Smith attended, noting burns but no serious injury. investigators suspect a gas leak from a basement line or pilot.
A rough draft article describes council debates over a new gas ordinance after Wednesday night’s meeting. Residents expect active work later, with concerns about contracts and city plumbing delays. The franchise details remain unclear as officials anticipate waste and paving impacts near Wooster.
Fire officials cite a noon incident on the northeast square when a smuthean from a room at Herald Key started a small fire. W BH Heightew Toetre and Harding & Co staff fought the flames with extinguishers and water until the city fire department arrived. John Burgan, a bucket brigade veteran, aided with a chemical extinguisher. Burgan’s fellow workers prepared a medal to honor his valiant service, to be presented by The Republican’s city editor.
The ad promotes Dr Shoops Restorative as a non alcoholic tonic to strengthen inner nerves and vital organs, addressing dyspepsia, biliousness, headache and weak stomach. It cites historic claims, promises samples and a free book, and notes it is sold by Bixler's Modern in Racine Wisconsin.
Dr H G Datley veterinary surgeon opens a modern clinic two miles east of Wooster offering up to date treatment for all diseases of domestic animals. All patients excepted free of charge at the office with careful attention available day or night. Vetonez aims high.
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