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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1899
Page
2
The Wooster Wooster County Post Office notice appears in the June 28 1808 issue. It mentions the member select list best Ohio newspapers and lists counting room details at East Liberty Street. The fragmentary text references a Wooster postal matter and business lines.
Republican nominees announced for county offices at the primaries to be held Saturday August 12 1899 in Dairy and WEEKLY with 3300 paid in advance. Tickets for each precinct provided to the Executive Committee and 1000 tickets to each announced candidate. Land Appraisers announcements set at 2.00 with 280 tickets to each candidate.
The Otis dispatch argues to press the war on through the rainy season and cites Filipino rebels as scattered yet capable of prolonging the struggle. It recalls American arms' historic triumphs, urges remembrance of fallen soldiers, and insists on continuing the fight for future civilization of the Philippines despite disheartening reports.
An old advertisement touts Bucklen's Armica Salve as the best for burns burns and skin injuries, claiming quick relief from pain and a cure for various sores boils felons corns and other skin eruptions. Sold by Targace and Boop druggists for 25 cents per box with a guaranteed cure.
A Bryan Ohio reader reports a personal cure from indigestion after using three bottles of Dr Caudwell s Syrup Pepsin claiming a revived appetite and new health. The letter hints at local business promotions and a wall paper store expansion in Ontsa ta.
Postmaster Thomas L. Flattery marries Mildred E. Immel in a sunset ceremony at the Immel home 103 East Sixth Street Jamestown N Y. The couple will reside at 8 College Avenue Wooster Ohio after July 16. Guests include family from Wooster and Philadelphia.
Curent press notes mix political jabs and theater style bar talk. Henry Watterson questions Bryan's stay in politics while Ohio State Journal mocks his return as a rent in the grand stand. Several papers urge restraint in county seat fights and lampoon industrial commission rhetoric.
The Wooster C E Union invites readers to join a Detroit bound group for the 18th International Christian Endeavor Convention. Tickets on sale July 3 to July 15, one fare round trip on all U.S. and Canadian railroads. Fare from Wooster region 3.50 to 4.00. Extended validity to August 16. Contact Leslie O. Lawrence Fred Heim or B Hayes for details.
Daly Barry F. Howes and Misa Stella Gobb of Millersburg were married this afternoon at the Reformed church parsonage by Rev. S.E. Nalxitk. The bride wore a traveling gown and the couple left for Millersburg immediately after the ceremony.
Wooster Hardware Co. announces cash prices for 20 days on Standard and Sisal rope including Extra Manila 600 feet and 100 warranted Pare Manila. Remember the place and come early to secure carload rates at Wooster Hannan Co Sib Dune 9 1893.
A deliberate obstruction was placed on the track near North Lawrence to wreck the Pennsylvania passenger train No 15. The pileup occurred about a mile east of North Lawrence as a freight train departed Lawrence and struck the obstruction, derailing two cars.
An exciting game of baseball unfolded on the college campus Saturday afternoon between Summer School students and a team of High School and town players. The Summer School triumphed with a scored victory. Summer School battery Duncan Kinban and Griessmer. High School players Clark and Batley represented the opposing side.
The County Commissioners on Monday rejected all bids for the old jail improvements and new jail construction citing questions of bid legality and failure to unite on the one bid within the architect's estimate by Jas R Webster. Bids will be opened Thursday July 27 and fresh ads will run starting this week.
Creaton reports two burglary attempts in one week. Friday morning the Taorner grocery was entered. cigars and tobacco taken. Saturday eight three pieces were entered, screens cut from windows. Megoruok’s galuon lost $73 and a chair. CG W McGlewen home Shaffer room entered. another site stolen $85.
Yarmouth iNova scot Merald utherland Murray of Arm of H.F Townseed Co joined Mr George Cotten to secure a contract for track laying and ballast work from East Muda to Barrington. The project spans about 20 miles. Contractor Cattar, a noted railway builder, has returned after years away and plans to mobilize 110 workers and a steam shovel to begin work immediately, aiming to push the project swiftly.
Correspondence from Tas ERFUBRI DD AN Doycrerows reports the town bought the lockup and its pound for a steel cage to imprison violators in Town Hall. Other notes include visits by Wm G Myers and R K Lacé, a Presbyterian ice cream festival, and the Empire Band concert despite ominous weather.
Mrs. David Armstrong of near Applecreek died Sunday morning of lung disease aged about 43. She leaves husband and two children Wille and Neilie. Funeral was Tuesday with interment in Applecreek cemetery. Mrs Minnie Hobson Banker wife of Arthur L Banker formerly of Woc3 tor died at home at Erst End Pittsburg at 8 a.m. today. She is survived by a daughter and her husband and is sister in law of Mrs W L Fire atone.
Notice to hunters prohibits trespassing or hunting any game with dog or gun on the premises. The notice stands as long as the premises are in the Nogse salon. Signatures: S. KR. TAGGART and J. W. Tagert.
A historical ad questions readers about bronchial catarrh symptoms and asserts Dr Kutchin can cure the disease. It notes Dr Katchin’s next Wooster visit on Wednesday July at the Yoder House with free consultation, examination, and advice.
Community items detail school term completion, a field trip to the woods with a dinner, and praise for teacher Colonel Stauffer. Farmers busy with harvest plans, a postponed Millbrook plebiscite, a cancer treatment update on Henry Shreve, and local social notices. The Ball Club lost 21 to 12 at Orrville, District No 2 hosted Boxwell commencement, Clapper family reunion drew 250, and local officials announce street improvements.
A list of local attendees notes Mrs Sevilla Welker’s funeral Saturday. Elsewhere, Miss Low of Holmeaville visits Miss Clara Herman Metter. Carl Saith of Wooster vacations with Clark Franke near Morrland. Morrland School festival success leads to rescheduled July 4 event due to weather. Epworth League to hold services Sunday with Millie James leading. Monson school closed Friday. festival postponed to July 4 due to inclement weather. Apple Creek residents complain of out-of-town troublemakers. guide boards erected in East Union township. brick plant running full time. July 4 celebration planned with bands expected. M E Brown comments on local arts and painting efforts.
The notes recount farm weather hopes for rain after a stretch of dry spells and hay and wheat work upcoming. It lists numerous local visitors and attendees including Mrs Margaret Beelman and Miss Dersi¢, Harry Greenwald, A Brenneman, Prof Hrncker, the Gilbertys, J A Hayera, Fred Brant, Miss Anna Blattenberg, Miss Verne Hile, Mrs West and Mrs John Miller, Mrs Myrt Pilley, John Gillmore Jr, Jat Ross, and David Derr. It notes a Sabbath School event day on Wednesday and a push to celebrate Children’s Day with a cream festival and an excursion to Cincinnati, plus changes at the Weller cannery and local church plans.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a Thursday event with limited readable details. It references a trip over a few days and visiting someone, but many words are garbled and no clear names or places can be identified.
June 26 Dalton diary records a well attended children's exercises at Hemel church and a busy social scene. Local visits include Mrs Gap Musselman and Gertinde Norton in Red Haw, plus families of Ocker, Fortney, Myera, and McDowell. Prevalent travel to Akron Canton Cleveland and Wooster shows are widespread. A buggy accident near Hemel church injures no one seriously, and social events at the Presbyterian church loom.
A large gathering of relatives and friends celebrated Mrs Peter Mowrer’s birthday on June 21 at her rural home. Guests enjoyed dinner on the lawn, sang, recited, and shared tales of olden times as Grandma Bowman, Anna Naftzger, and others contributed entertainment and conversation.
A Mayville area gathering for Mr Platte May featured ice cream cake and coffee after a music program by Miss Hoagopr and Pearl. Attendees included Effie Marthe Grice McDonald Zella Laura Naftzger Willa Estella Cummings Mabel Zaring and many others, with several guests from West Salem and Canaan. A later note mentions Calvin Armstrong and the funeral of Mrs Emma Brown Armstrong.
A Milwaukee Republican close to Henry C Payne is reported as being asked to chair the Republican National Committee, succeeding Mark Hanna as chairman of the executive committee. Payne, representing Wisconsin, would oversee the 1909 campaign planning, with possible succession to Hannin’s role before December.
A Monday morning wedding in St Mary's Astnolis baron witnessed by many. Miss Kath typ E., daughter of Councilman D nis Callahan, married Daniel K. Martlay of Chicago with Rev J B Murray officiating. Guests from Chicago and Pittsburg attended as flowers replaced rice in a celebratory bridal train. The couple left for Chicago after a lavish breakfast.
In Birmingham Alabama a person named John Shepard who harmed Mrs Jones is located near Cardiff. Jefferson and Walker counties report passes there as armed groups guard copies. The passes have sided and advance on Settlement Avenue with threats of lynching the target individual.
In Shanghai, June 07 a German assault on a railway near Kia f towm faced Chinese resistance. Two men of arms held firm at Tron A fcre. the Germans captured at Tiers and pressed toward Kan Mar, which surrendered without further fight.
Eight room house with well cistern and barn at 74 feet front. Good home for a family. For particulars call or address A Beffer estate or Ross W Fank, Attorney, Wooster Ohio.
Fragmentary report notes a person named Jesse Zenker and his wife at Wooster on June 21 with a daughter mentioned, but many words are garbled leaving limited coherent facts. The item appears to be a brief family or local notice with names and a date, lacking full context.
A letter promotes Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with testimonials from Mrs L A Moria of Weelana Putnam Co and Mag A WaLeer of Callicoon Depot New York. Both claim relief from weakness and menstrual troubles after using the remedy.
Rain disrupts June 26 trading as hogs and cattle move unevenly. Prices vary by grade and region with quotes for sheep, lambs, and calves, including feeders, fat cattle, and heavy hogs. Regional notes list commodities in flux and shipping terms for live stock and dairy items.
The Board of Education of Isreene Township Wayne County Ohio will offer for sale at school building Sub District No 10 on Saturday July 22 1899 at seven o clock pm bonds for a school building. Total 8280 of four bonds 700 each two bonds 140 payable March 1 1900 two bonds 1400 payable September 1 1900. Interest semi annually. Bonds issued under Ohio statutes. Board reserves right to reject all bids. P Hartzler President B. Benfjelg Clerk Oneville Ohio June 22 1899
Market notice lists groceries and produce with varied prices per unit. Includes flour, beans, potatoes, beans and beans per bushel, wood cord prices, and grain prices noted by dealer W. D. Tyler. Details resemble an 19th century shop price sheet with scattered OCR anomalies.
Detroit travel notice explains special round trip fare for Detroit, Michigan, with tickets available at one fare. Details about departure date July 1 6 and extension rules are partially garbled but indicate deposits and a voucher period. July 00 1809 convention note appears.
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