14 Jun 1899
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1899
Page
1
A mixed OCR of 19th century pages showing Hood's Sarsaparilla testimonials and political campaign snippets. Includes patient anecdotes about scrofula and rheumatism, promotional lines for Hood's pills, plus crowded, jumbled notes on Dewey, Bla, and gubernatorial politics with incomplete names and dates.
A fragmented, era-specified voice laments party divisions as young Americans pursue admission to the regular army and trips to the Philippines. It questions leadership, notes repeated retirements by General Gomez, and critiques ongoing political strife fueling discontent and calls for decisive action.
A garbled newspaper fragment describes a poetic gathering and community concerns. It mentions names like Harry Crow and Alina Barrett, committees, and a lake project. A worker was injured changing an elevator pulley, with the left hand torn but no bones broken.
The 120th Ohio Regiment annual reunion at Verrysville on Tuesday drew many veterans and families. The parade and ceremony honored Chaplain Keiper, featured addresses by Lt. HK Wallace and others, and included a roll of dead, resolutions, and memories of heroic action such as the Arkansas Post coup praised by General John A. McClernand in a letter read by the secretary.
An unreadable OCR fragment mentions 120th and best joys announced by J B and others. No clear event, date, or entities beyond this partial reference.
Amukements of transfer of the Cleveland Akron and Columbus Railway to a Pennsylvania company are announced. McCrea of the Pennsylvania company will be president. The 187 mile line will connect Cleveland and Pittsburgh area and bring jurisdiction changes to the General Superintendent and divisions.
Prominent figures urge suppression of certain powders seen as unwholesome. Minnesota and Wisconsin ban sales unless branded for consumer awareness while District of Columbia regulations prohibit use. The public seeks nationwide protection and warns households about alum and tartar powders amid fraud concerns in banking drafts and endorsements.
A man identified as Vascareta and accomplices are noted in a dubious report about a local disappearance near Jetfer near Dai Ho. The story mentions a missing sum of 117.9 and a long disappearance with suspected wrongdoing and ill intent amid unclear details.
Adjutant General announces a state board of examiners to test all officers elect of the Ohio National Guard. The board will convene in Columbus at the statehouse with Major John A. Speaks and others assessing history, geography, drill regulations, first aid, and other military topics. Candidates must prove physical fitness and clean service records. Nearby Wooster society notes wedding invitation for Hattie Peters and Exmeat Holter of Wabash Indiana on June 14.
Ruth H. Jackson charges John G. Jackson with an alleged conspiracy to confine her in asylums and kidnap her to force separation. In Sugahoga County Common Pleas Court Friday she seeks divorce. Jackson, a Toledo commission merchant, is tied to Wooster history. She says he owns their home and substantial property while she cites long and ongoing alleged persecutions. A Toledo reporter found Jackson unresponsive to questions.
The County Commissioners on Tuesday allowed claims for sheep killed or injured by dogs. Several unusually large claims were not presented. Notable recipients include John Baorer of Chippewa with one sheep, Kamob Eliled, and H B Dubner of Chippewa with one sheep and one lamb killed or injured. Other claimants listed include F W Galenouas, Frack Hanson, Al x Staef fer, H W Immel, David Culler, Uielebars, Isaac Smith, and more, with varying counts of sheep or lambs killed or injured and amounts cited.
An ad touts a patent remedy promising relief for rheumatism and various pains. It pledges fast results with one application and claims to cure sprains, burns, frostbite, and swelling. Each bottle is sold for 28 cents or 1 dollar with a guaranteed formula, by Laubach & Boye in the Square.
Recent transfers of real estate listed by the Wayne County records show numerous quitclaim and warranty deeds across townships including Chippewa, Sugar Creek, Baughman, and Wayne. Names include Ogden, Hofstetter, Shoup, Kampf, Steiner, and Miller with acres ranged from under 2 to over 16 and prices from 1 to several thousand dollars.
Samuel Christine, a youth of about 16, died after a brief illness in Shreve. The town plans a new telephone exchange as work on a large three story brick building by Geo. Carl progresses. Linemen are busy stringing poles and wiring the town.
Local report forecasts the largest strawberry crop in Wayne County Kansas with farmer Smith expecting at least 600 bushels. A crew of 33 pickers works under a one-cent-per-quart rate, with standout pickers Lautenschlager and Deets achieving 142 and 132 quarts respectively. Smith plans to expand acreage next year to seven acres.
Major C C Weeybrech of Allianoce wrote to William Walkup of Akron per the Akron Beacon Journal claiming the Eighth regimental reorganizing will proceed on the line company plan and urging immediate action. The Major did not state his own aims but is expected to seek an important role, though he currently has no connection with the regiment or guard. The letter suggests some taide tr.for Mformation was known to the Major.
Saturday news recounts a terrible fall on Hesli avenue near Wilhelm's grocery. Professor Nelson, riding fast on a bicycle, was thrown to the paved street when the chain broke, suffering deep chin lacerations and bad bruises. A timer from Alliance, David Waempler, was likely fatally injured in Orrville last Friday after a time-bound task led to a serious accident. He was struck on the left shoulder and leg, placed on a stretcher, and taken home to Alliance, with reports confirming fatal injuries.
There is a correction denying a rumor that the village council granted privileges for open and sale within the incorporated area. No action or vote by citizens occurred to approve such privileges. The notice warns against unfounded claims and urges reliance on official actions.
The Hessian fly is prevalent in wheat across Wayne County Ohio and also in Pennsylvania and appears active in early growing wheat. The Experiment Station released two bulletins this week, one on the Hessian fly and another on the chinch bug.
Mrs Har vey Woods of Lebanon aged 76 died after a brief illness Tuesday evening. She lived with her son John Waade and funeral services are set for Friday morning at the M E church. In Congress Jane 10 Mrs Artie Burgan wife of J F Burgan died at 4 30 this morning of consumption leaving a husband and two young children. She was mother to five, three died earlier. Remains planned for interment at Congress Sunday at 2 PM.
Grain-O offers a coffee substitute that claims to avoid stomach upset, aid digestion, and calm the nerves. It presents Grain-O as nourishing and superior to coffee, with a promise of healthier effects and a better tolerance for daily use.
A cleaver swindling scheme unfolds as two sharpers travel by bicycle, posing as victims of hardship to extract money from townsfolk. One pretends to regain a pedaled wheel, offering to buy it back, then the pair escalate demands from twenty to thirty dollars per trip before moving on to greener fields.
Jose Lambrigger of Orrville was bitten by a large python during the Elks Fair. He held a live chicken by the legs in a crowded tent when the snake struck, biting his arms as the crowd fled. The bite was not venomous but caused injuries, with Lambrigger tending his wounds afterward.
A quiet but elegant wedding took place at the home on North Lever Street as Miss Marton, daughter of Mrs. Caroline Wiforu, wed William Palmer, son of Mr. and Mrs Jacob Palmer. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. E. J. Corinthias, with simple decor, and a modest reception followed. The couple departed for Cleveland for a brief honeymoon before settling at their residence on North Huckeye Street.
An invitation from the Western Union Telegraph Room located opposite the Yover Honge invites patrons and friends to visit for BES work at very reasonable prices.
A plan to discharge two go devil wells in days, with nitro across the country from Lodi to Killbuck. Wells near Lodi and Killbuck to be shot by Thursday, followed by a second set the next day. Drilling at Lodi stopped at 21 feet, aims to strike sand before Friday. Edward Miller becomes regular drill operator at Wilerville.
An old advertisement promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for indigestion by enabling digestion of meals in any stomach, claiming the tablets digest 3000 meals and can cure digestive disorders. It touts the product as safe, pure, and effective, sold for 50 cents per package, with free samples offered by F A Stuart Co.
Proctor & Oal Sella recommends Dr Simmons Dandraffane as a cleansing antiseptic for itching scalp and dandruff. It claims to soothe and relieve irritation, sold in boxes with full directions from Phootor & Onath Wooster Ohio. Send 25 cents via stamps for a trial offer.
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