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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1905
Page
5
A health note warns that backache is often the first symptom of kidney trouble and many suffer catarrh of the kidneys without realizing it. It promotes Peruna as invaluable in such cases.
An advertisement extols Peruna as a cure for kidney diseases and catarrh, claiming it removes stagnant blood, prevents serum leakage, and restores kidney and digestive function. It cites testimonials from Alfonso d Aljores and John Nimmo praising renewed health after taking Peruna, asserting vast unsolicited endorsements and confidential correspondence with Dr Hartman.
Smithville reports a Pentecostal tent meeting running through July 4 with daily services and possible all day Sundays, welcomes attendees at low rates, and notes guest arrivals from Harrisburg and Chicago. The school board may hire a new superintendent as Supt Longenecker leaves for Dalton. John W. Miller, long-time resident and Civil War veteran, dies aged 67. funeral at Lutheran church with G A R ritual. Six Miller kin reside in Pittsburg and Crestline. community mourns a valued member.
Mt Eaton reports 85 degrees at 10 o clock amid a heavy Friday rainstorm. Lightning struck a straw stack near David Graer’s barn Friday, threatening destruction. Visitors include Mrs. David Couillet and son from Cleveland at Lucas Inn, and Mr. and Mrs. Adam Stair from East Massillon for Charley Graber’s illness. Local social notes mention trips to Beach City and Wooster for school, sights at the experiment station, and a family quarrel Sunday night. Charley Graber remains gravely ill with heart trouble. death watched hourly by Saturday and Sunday.
June 20. Mrs Murphy of Chicago visits her uncle Moses Thompson and family west of town. D W Is and family host visitors from Figuubyantag. Delpha Dilgard left for Worcester to join the university summer school. Town youth enjoyed a gathering at Mr Sprowls country home with ice cream cake and strawberries. Berger went to Cleveland on business. Foglesons of Shelby were in town. Presbyterian church service next Monday night under C E with admission ten cents.
Wooster university summer school opened Tuesday with Prof J H Dickason announcing plans to top last year’s record. Early room advance calls exceeded prior totals and the faculty team is nearly complete. Dickason praised constant efforts to run a full program as instructors arrive. The opening address set a concise, forward looking tone for a season expected to be bigger than the biggest.
Applecreek June 20. Mrs McKee of Millersburg and Miss Josie Le Fever of Holmesville visited A D Eyman and wife. East Union guests include Mrs J B Carson and daughter Mrs L Eshelman. Pearl Rife of Cleveland vacationing with family. Miss Lucretis Burt ill nearby. Grandma Strong in poor health. Esther Boyerno attends Middletown school. Ind Amist hosts reception for their son and bride. Frank Beazell and Lena Maurer visit Wooster. Wooster Wooster oratorio attended by J R Jamenson and wife. School board rehired teachers with pay raises. G W Jacot supervises grammar. Alice Hunter and Anna Bott noted. Fred Nussbaum home from Cornell for vacation. Pawnee Bill show attended in Wooster. Prof M W Numbers visiting, guest of mother Mrs Mary Numbers. Numbers family reunion at Lautenschlager home Wooster Saturday.
Monday morning offered warm pleasant weather ideal for vegetation with corn potatoes and wheat thriving. The Clover harvest has begun with expectations of a heavy crop. Mrs Thos DeLong and party visit L N Aylsworth family while Miss Ray Aylsworth returns from Wooster for vacation with friend Miss Smith helping her enjoy time at home. The convention Saturday work pleasing Clinton and nominations viewed as sure winners.
An old advertisement describes loss of appetite as a gradual decline, urging Hood's Sarsaparilla as the best tonic to restore appetite and vigor. The copy stresses that one dish after another is wasted and positions the product as a remedy.
Creston notes list visits by J. L. Hoover and Prof. J. B. Eberly, with Reginald Teagle visiting for a week. Commentary praises Roosevelt’s reform plan and businesslike executive reorganization. Local events include clock installation at the post office, upcoming Creston vs Orrville baseball, and lectures at the Methodist church. Mrs. Hays Hepple and family visit Newton Falls. Mrs. A. W. Aarris seeks treatment for blood poison in Cleveland. Miss Annine Lance and others are mentioned in passing social items.
June 20 report notes a successful lawn fete on the Evangelical church lawn, clearing about 89 dollars. Miss Grace and Floe Schaff of Smithville visited Henry Swartz and family to attend the festival. Rites for Sophia Fishburn of Wooster. Wooster high beat Jefferson 8 to 7. other social visits and guests listed with local families.
A local note thanks Hess for hosting children on show day. Timothy Hayseed causes humor at the door, while a young lady declines his attentions. George Kettler provides sweets to delight the kids, with Major William Lillia and others thanked for the day’s pleasure.
A Wheeling and Lake Erie wreck near Dalton after a heavy rain washed away the roadbed. The engine and coal cars derailed while other cars were dumped, and service is suspended with trains unable to run for a day or two.
Hope Augusta Martin wed Harry Quinby Martin at the Smith home in Congress township on June 14. Rev A Scott officiated with Mendelssohn’s wedding march and a reception to follow. The couple, both Wooster graduates, are from prominent families and were joined by over eighty guests.
Dr Randa baugh moved to Overton, the correspondent moves into the vacated residence. A telephone line is being strung from the town to extend to H P Gable’s residence east of town. Charles Myers renovated his store last Thursday. John Funk halts his family. Irvin Myers and family of Red Haw visited Charles Myers.
June 20 note says school ends Friday June 23 after a successful term. Randolph Wise praised as a highly esteemed teacher and wishes him continued success. A school picnic is set for Saturday. Sunday events at United Brothers Church Overton had a large crowd, though storms drove many away. A storm last Saturday caused damage. Mrs. Etta Switzer of Akron visiting locals. Mr. and Mrs. E R Wise spent weekend with his parents.
June 20 report from Madisonburg describes Supt M W Glasgow and wife of Barberton visiting relatives, Frank Stouffer and kin from AK WViewway spending Sunday nearby, Clarence Landes of Doylestown visiting family, and Elt Wright with Frank Weight also in town. Morgan and Odgy Wright host others. several friends share time together.
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