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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1894
Page
2
A fragmented garbled article rails at political figures including JaMC Taylor and Joan A. Mhauck while debating education for Indians and public funding. It laments Tammany influence on elections, Governor Brown’s militia actions, and sugar trust politics, urging fidelity to law and public order amidst national disputes.
Springer and the Banking and Currency Committee push a currency reform to solve the domestic problem. A five member subcommittee will draft a bill combining the best features of various proposals for early House action. The plan, while earnest, is stalled by a rule, but supporters seek a workable solution.
Sheriff sales list two cases with July 22 1504 for three Milton Township land tracts totaling 111, 22, and 1 acres with appraisals of 8461 20, 887Z 10, and 736. Esther C Case vs David Etling sets July 2 0495 at 1pm for on premises sale of 4 horses 4 cows 2 five year old heifers 3 calves part wheat 34 acres and 2 yearling calves 1 wagon buggy mother binder plow fuel wagon and top buggy.
Wooster correspondence reports the Orrville High School commencement in the Town Hall with class colors blue and brown, speeches by graduates Anna Heinfeldhaler Henrietta Blackwood Kel Beck and Frank Koppes, diplomas presented by James A. Hamilton, and a reception for Prof Wright. Alumni honors, faculty notices, and local education updates follow. A political notice in Wooster calls for a Wayne county Democratic mass convention on June 23 1894 to elect delegates to state judicial and congressional conventions, opposing primary elections.
Rumors and Letters indicate a battle within Wayne County Democrats over the delegation to the Republican convention and support for J A D Richards for Congress. Citizens in Holmes Licking Coshocton counties report mixed stances as factions clash over the renomination and possible rivals like Judge Stilwell.
Sheriff Smith of Wayne County sought an insanity warrant for Austin Vannover from Probate Court in Toledo but could not obtain the map due to the absence of United States Judge Ricks. The Cleveland Leader reports a prisoner named D. O. Never held in county jail facing federal action for alleged misuse of funds. The article notes wide ravings in sheriff letters and describes the prisoner’s erratic behavior and movements toward church, with references to Wayne County and county officials.
The board met yesterday and let contracts for a new school house and hired teachers: Creston No 2 McCisilan principal, No 2 Jeanie Mather, No 4 Christman, No 6 Rev A A Hall principal with Miss Lukens, No 6 J B Lev, No 7 L F Mason, No 8 Hutchison, No 9 Geo Irvin, No 10 D E Bowers principal with Miss Given. Congress township board met Monday June 18 and hired teachers: No 2 L Naftegaer, No 8 C W Kime, No 4 Della Mallineaux, No 6 Mamie Brinkerhoff, No 7 Viola Naftegar, No 9 Della and Ada Himmelright, No 10 M A Hoebubler. No applicants for Nos 1 5 and 8. In Marshallville the school board sold wine donated years ago by John Hochstettler to Henry Steinmetz for 200 dollars. 2000 bottles from 1865 vintage were stored, Hochstettler now aged 84, health concerns prompted the sale and proceeds may go to him.
In Ashland and Wooster areas on June 13 14 1894 two family reunions were held. Isaac Buchanan hosted 92 guests at his Ashland home with a large dinner and social activities. James M Correll hosted relatives near Wooster with officers chosen, letters read, a solo performed, and era resolutions adopted.
The Epworth League in Wooster reports semiannual officer elections led by President M. Joss Mb Elroy and a broad program from June 21 to 22 in Shreve with delegates. The Lima District convened June 5 and 6 with Miss Mann Oldroyd in charge of entertainments. The department of Mercy and Help led by Mrs Christine contributed 285 calls and 62 clothing items for children, with nearly $40 spent on groceries and medicine as the league reflects on growth and aims to lift up.
Bulletin in the TNE Republican office announced O D was ordered home. A late camp break delayed the special train past 8 pm, preventing the Ft Wayne train 15 from taking the Canton companies home. Three Canton units Alliance East Liverpool Co D traveled via Pennsylvania Lines reaching Wooster at 6:46 Sunday morning. Crowds greeted them at the depot as they marched to the City Armory. The men, described as brown as berries, said they were ready for another call.
Protected Home Circle announces enough signatures to form a local circle in Wooster. Canton Wright Patriarchs Militant organizes a July 4 excursion to Cleveland via the B and D, fare 1.60. Wayne Rebekah Lodge reports Memorial Services, Mrs. Mina Faber remembered, and an upcoming Sandusky Cedar Point trip. A. J. Weldby’s wife leaves home while he tends to family and farm duties.
June reports from Wayne and Knox counties mix visits and family updates with church events and school notes. Residents Jacob Hush and George Stam travel to visit kin. A Miller plans California trip. Baptism duties and Children's Day services are noted. Social gatherings include dances, festivals, and a lawn fete. local sports mention a War senior team victory and nearby contests.
June 18 notes announce YPLS Can aan serving ice cream and cake June 24 with all invited. Sunday school Children’s Day observed next Sunday evening. Mentions Calvin and Maud Armstrong visiting Haysville, quarterly Maple Grove meetings, Rev Mather leading, Mrs Frese in her 90s at church, People’s party discussion on “hard Times,” Maple Grove school closing Friday under D Pinkerhoff, Jean Monroe from Cleveland visiting F McCay’s family, Maud Pinkerton from Wooster with aunt Mrs Scott, Harry Jackson and Spass Urr in town, Ed Goodman and companion from Wooster visiting, and C B of the Presbyterian planning a July festival.
The excerpt notes funerals and arrivals in the town including Miss Ida Zimmerman’s funeral at the Lutheran church and the deaths of Mrs. Eby and Miss Ella Eby. It mentions visits from Columbus friends, a new barber shop, a meat market opening, and a coroner’s inquest led by W Huntsberger. Ohio Wesleyan University events and normal school attendance plans are touched on, with various residents traveling to Cincinnati and Delaware.
A court listing shows numerous cases with motions granted and dismissed, divorces granted or denied, settlements reached, and costs assigned. Notable entries include Elizabeth Houser v William Smith, and Clara J. Baker v Edward Baker, with divorces granted or custody determined. Several judgments favor plaintiffs for sums such as 1 0600 dollars and 2 712 dollars.
The Pennsylvania Lines announce unusually low summer excursion rates to the West with trips available at near sight cost. Special Denver excursions run this year with the lowest fares in years. Dates include June 22 and 23 for the National Republican League Convention, returnable late July.
Special excursion tickets are offered by Pennsylvania Lines for Christian Endeavor meetings in Cleveland on July yth 10th and 11th and in Youngstown on July 8th 9th and 10th Tickets sold at Ohio stations for Youngstown trips and open to the public with return options until July 18th or extended to September 15th Details available from local Pennsylvania Lines ticket agents.
The Wooster City Council debated a demand for a full financial report from the Cleveland Wooster and Muskingum Valley Railway Trustees amid questioned bond proceeds. They also addressed a labor sheltering rule for city projects, a West South Street extension proposal, and street sweeper staffing.
Market listings show prices for wheat flour seeds butter lard cheese potatoes and cattle hogs with mixed demand and stressed lower fat availability. Separate note details July Fourth excursion tickets from Pennsylvania Lines valid July 3 and 4 within 200 miles with minimums for adults and children.
Joseph Lint of Holmesville died June 11 at age 78. Mrs Mary E Logan, long time missionary in Micronesia, and her daughter Beulah, are stopping with her sister Mrs RB Jd Baird at Ureston.
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