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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1899
Page
2
The Wooster Ohio News of June 14 1899 surveys national politics with humorous, opinionated notes. It references upheavals in the Philippine rebellion, European affairs, and U S party moves. It mentions Hanna Thurston Hobart and Bryan era politics as imagined readers react to events at home and abroad.
Miss Mlonte Bowman has returned home after a mortta through Arizona California and Colorado. The United Presbyterian church young people plan a social evening on June 20 at E W Lytie residence 144 mile south of Wooster on John Thompson farm. All invited to attend to help the group cancel debt on their organ. Music recitations and an old fashioned school program promised with choice refreshments. The fund totals 15 cents from each person. Arthur Edward Remick born to A Edward and Maud Remick of Chicago.
The bans of Daniel Murray of Chicago and Kate Callahan formerly of this city were read at the Catholic church on Sunday for the Frat tins.
In Wooster post office on Tuesday June 13 184 gentlemen Unamveriain W Jewel Will Snowacre Harry Hoogle ladies Miss M M 6 T L Fuameny P M remaining in the Wooster post office list of letters.
Wooster resident Hart James M Miller, working for a Cleveland building contractor, was knocked down by a falling wall on Saturday. He escaped with injuries to the legs but no broken bones, and expects to be out in a few days.
Charles HK Maine and Alice Hoover of Sterling Edgar AC Reed of Loudonville and Emma P Shaffer of Shreve Alton Ellicg and Mites Ella Messner of Mt Eaton Wm Horner of New Hedford VLC and Mies Lizzie Liehtenwalter of Smithville
The Christian Church congregation unanimously accepted the officers recommendation yesterday and extended a call to Rev Rice. He has accepted, will preach his first sermon next Sunday, and will fill the pulpit regularly thereafter.
John Oliver of Philadelphia narrates a dramatic recovery after suffering severe illness. Three doctors had given him up, but one bottle of Electric Hitters improved his condition, and three weeks of use left him well. He says the tonic saved his life and robbed the grave of another victim. Sold at Latpaca & Boob's Drug Store.
Smithville on Greene Township Board of Education met to discuss eight new school houses and stalled due to contract differences and a tie vote. Local wedding: William Horner of New Bedford and Lizzie Lichtenwalter of Smithville wed in Coppen’s Dunker Church on Saturday. The bride, a respected schoolteacher, weds a man preparing for university. Various town notices cover rail, farm, and community events, with updates on deaths, members of lodges, and local social happenings.
Wenner reports Wooster High will close Friday with only the high school remaining open on Wednesday for a prize event and exercises. Commencement plans include an address by Prof Woh Wenner, a crowded church gathering, and music by a mixed quartet. Various local residents and guests travel, visit, and participate in related ceremonies and social events through the week.
The remains of C. H Fiber arrived in Wooster at noon Sunday. The funeral service at his sister Mrs. B. B. Eaby’s home was led by Rev. G. G. Smith. Five motherless children Capital Raymond Mary Ethel and Forest attended. Pallbearers included Wy Whitaker Geo A. Palmer Harvey Eigelman W. Crissmore Abrahand Saybolt and Geo J. Schwartz. Post mortem exams by Dr. H. Mateer and Dr J J Kinney showed death from extensive lime deposits around heart valves impairing their function.
Lively letters from readers discuss cherry and plum crops, wheat color, and harvest plans in multiple towns. Mentions include Fin Ebert of Wooster, Barnes and Jacobs families, and local candidates. Socials and church activities occupy weekends, with fairs, Epworth League events, and Children’s Day programs noted across several communities.
Children's services at the Lutheran church drew a crowded house with an excellent programme led by Richard Elson and wife of Wooster. Dr Webb of Sullivan moved into the Eberhart property and preparations are underway for calls. Harry Peters reports a new wheel. D. W. Maaselman of Wooster visited Henry Musselman. Miss Bessie Strock had visiting friends in Wooster. Coartes Ports was in Tennessee for Corse business. D M Slaybaugh and AG E Selers joined an excursion to Cleveland. Nettle Strock on the sick list. Thadgens Myers and his mother of Waddams Grove visited G Cuse. Shank's baters at Massillon and near Orrville last week.
In a high turnout election day across Wayne county Democrats chose their nominees amid a crowded field with surprises in key races. Daniel Heller won the probate post while Daniel Leiner led for county commissioner. Lake F. Jones lost as did others in tight counts and party leadership moved to form a new executive slate and select delegates and central committeemen.
On Saturday evening a man, amused by music, mistook a five dollar gold piece for a quarter and attempted to keep it. The piece was recovered after police involved two colored men. one man returned $4.75 after officers interviewed him at the Mayor's office.
Daniel A Lawrence a prominent blacksmith died this morning at his home five miles south of the city. He was about seventy and highly respected in the community. He was father to Edward Lawrence of the Wooster Telephone Exchange.
A report from January 13 states General Luna and his aide de camp were killed by Aguinaldo's guard at Aguinaldo's headquarters. Luna had gone to confer with Aguinaldo when an altercation ensued and the guard bayoneted him.
Charles Heater starts for the Philippines on June 22 aboard the Muscle from Port Rico. Meade Pa. reports May 14 arrival in God’s Country aboard the U S transport Muscle at Ponds, describes reef strike, harbor repairs, reloading, and subsequent sailings toward the Philippines with June 22 departure planned.
Municipal Council of Havana California approved extensive improvements for the city’s warehouses and offices. Plans submitted by Harry Sylvester Scovel, famed newspaper correspondent, were adopted, honoring his journalistic talents and contributions.
The entry notes a well at Lodi showing a vein of salt water and plan to deepen the bore, requiring casing if needed. It records the shift in water clarity after the previous test and a tentative shot timing for later in the week, pending conditions.
The Wayne County Farmers Association announces its third annual gathering on June 22 at Devolore. The program includes agricultural exhibits, talks by local experts, a report from the secretary, musical performances, and addresses on topics such as diseases of cucumbers and tomatoes. Notable speakers include Prof. Woterre and Prof. Hickman, with community groups invited to attend.
About 60 members of Wooster Lodge No. 60 and Canton Wright Patriarchs Militant joined Ashland Fraternity memory exercises. Wright also performed an exhibition drill after the services. Also notes rapid Detroit Cleveland Toledo and Mackinac steamship service with two weekly trips to Mackinac Island and a June 17 start for regular sailings.
A reader notice describes excursions to Columbus via Pennsylvania Lines on June 4 and 2 for the You People Society of Christian Endeavor. The Ohio State Convention admission appears low gate and non transferable with example mats and coupons for the trip.
A. W. Coulter, 30, a clothing merchant of Creston, died after being struck by a freight train on the Erie road. The body was identified and prepared for burial in Crafton. Coulter, once a Wooster resident, leaving a mother, two brothers, and a sister, was to return home for graduation ceremonies in Delaware.
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A lengthy notice details the sale of city bonds to fund paving and street improvements on East Liberty Street and surrounding avenues. It outlines bond rates, repayment terms, and the responsible authorities, naming involved streets, blocks, and the boroughs affected, with figures on payments and duration.
A Wednesday afternoon parade led by the Knights of Lylaae and a band proceeded along Hortonage Street to the cemetery for a ritual ceremony and flower tributes. Activities included a uniform rank drill, remarks by clergy and local officials, a mixed quartet, and an ice cream and cake reception before families departed. Thursday confirmed a large Sunday school gathering and confirmation at Paul’s Church with a four person class and musical performances. Prof E K Adair suffered a broken arm in a buggy accident while driving near a threshing engine on Saturday.
An advertisement promotes Cascarete as a health remedy and invites readers to a Thursday picnic from the regular 7:00 am train to Myers Lake returning at 6:00 pm. Grounds offer boats and pavilions for Sunday school picnics with on-site lunches and coffee. Ticket prices include 90 cents to Canton, 1.00 to Myers Lake, and 65 cents for children.
An advertisement promises Tax Daily Publican will aid business and Toe Daily Republican and Tax Daily Republican will help the town, claiming naturally beneficial outcomes for all around.
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