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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1903
Page
4
A Kentucky feud left only two men dead but several others badly wounded. M. Schwab reports improving health yet remains too ill to continue as president of the steel firm. The Hamilton man who confessed to saving order pleaded not guilty and was arraigned on related charges.
The Republicans of Wooster Township urge nomination caucuses or primaries on Saturday March 7 for several local offices to be voted on at the April election. Candidates from ward and township groups are asked to submit nominations to the clerk of the Board of Deputy Supervisors of Election by March 1. Local officials and observers are urged to ensure certification of nominations.
A fragment suggests Croker may return to New York, fueling belief that money 19 remains outstanding. The phrase indicates ongoing doubt about withheld funds and prompts speculation on his availability.
A fragmented report notes Senator Tallman delivering another tariff speech in the United States Senate. The record indicates strong partisan tones and critique of treasury spending, with emphasis on national policy and fiscal restraint.
An incomplete text fragment mentions an incident or event that remains unclear. Names, places, and specifics are unreadable, leaving only hints of a local concern or inquiry lacking full details.
A garbled report hints at political strife and concerns over public trust as election processes face scrutiny. It mentions disputes among leaders and calls for reforms, with no clear events or dates identifiable in the readable text.
A fragment from a 19th century outlet questions the use of the term Smart Set as a label for degenerates and public morality, noting societal aims and potential reforms amid political acts and cultural debates.
President Schwab of the steel industry sends word he will reach New York on March 15 but regrets another engagement keeps him away. He expresses sorry for the conflicting commitment and plans to proceed with the visit when possible.
Disjointed snippets reveal debate over Bryan’s presidential candidacy and Monroe doctrine warnings. References to Jeffries and Corbett bout, navy ship requests, and a quirky tale of a barber with a razor. Odd memorials, separations, and a divorce in Chicago add to the collage of mid century chatter.
In Worcester a fractious Democrat contest leads to Ro Apmimerman withdrawing his bid for the board of party service amid factional opposition. The rift, with many factions afloat, is expected to develop further in coming days.
Unable to determine coherent events or entities due to fragmented OCR. The readable text hints at an election or political discussion but contains numerous garbled terms making factual extraction unreliable.
A disrupted water flow at the Grliss works caused by a small automatic valve failure led to overflows. Crews work to shut the valve, restore steady pressure, and secure the surrounding area while assessing damage and needed repairs.
Fragmented OCR text presents unclear words and garbled phrases. No coherent event or entities are readable to summarize a specific person, place, or action.
A fragmented preface extols water improvements and public health as a town gains due admiration for better health prospects. The text promotes Dr Thomas’s Electric Oil and Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets as remedies for wounds throat and digestive issues, touting ease of use and universal sale through druggists.
The 23rd Pythian convention in Orrville opened with D TD G CF Phillips of Medina presiding. Rev. W Keller of Orrville offered invocation, Royer stood in for absent Roser, and H A Weiser of Wooster led the pledge. Addresses by Phillips and Grand Chancellor J Der Kean of Cleveland followed with praise for the order's growth. Damon and Pythian history were highlighted. Meyer discussed public schools. Music by Kraft orchestra accompanied the gathering, with a banquet to close and thanks extended to Ona ville for hospitality.
Obscure report notes horses sold north of Sterling and at Wayne County Fair exhibits. Mentions Grand Valley horse sale, Yeast dirt horse, and several local names. Describes arrival of notable horsemen and plans for future work at Woods Worth and nearby farms.
The article notes a political concession on appointments before congress adjournment and describes the sale of the Annapolis, Washington and Baltimore railroad to the trolley syndicate. Final payment was made for $358,000 capital stock with a new board elected: Lamprecht Horr Garfield Morris Gosnell and Morris.
A Kansas City jury ruled in favor of Annie B Wood and other Silas Armstrong heirs to recover Missouri river bottom land in Kansas City Kansas valued at $1 and 400 occupied by Armour Fowler and others. Defense plans appeal. Armour Packing likely to be a major party in ensuing action.
An exaggerated prospectus promotes Motzorongo Company with 165000 acres of Merxi can lands in Mexico and 40000 shares offered at par. It claims 200 percent dividends and asset values far exceeding capitalization, detailing sugar cane, coffee, rubber, and timber assets, a 300000 sugar mill, railway access, and migrant operatives. The notice urges readers to obtain a prospectus from Wooster Ohio for investment.
One snowbound express train reaches St John after 17 days seizing half the island. Passengers recount stories of ordeals amid deep snowdrifts as another train remains stuck and travelers walk to an open area hoping to continue journeys by week’s end.
Six jerkens were seriously injured in a head on collision at Browns vide P. Seven women arrested in St Louis following grand jury probes into illegal trade in young girls. Fire damp explosion in a La Trobe mine killed several, eight hundred men worked there. Emperor William says Frederick the Great statue will not reach Washington before 1904. Three killed and 24 injured in Lenair City rail wreck after train jumped embankment. spreading palsy blamed. Eleven leading Lexington lawyers arrested for failure to pay license to practice law. court appeal planned.
The Republican party has authorized the announcement of names for several offices to be filled at the April election, pending Republican primaries. The primaries will be held Saturday March 7 between 1 and 7 p.m.
Fragments describe township committees meeting March 7 1903 to nominate candidates for spring elections. Meetings noted in Plain Franklin Orrville Wayne Chester and Wooster townships with times ranging 1 to 7 pm and 3 to 7 pm. Central and local committee members urge submission of names by March 13.
March 2 in Canaan notes Rev Boston of Steuhenville to be welcomed back by his congregation at the usual service on west Sabbath. A busy week includes band trip to Lattasburg, visits to Medina, and many local social events with neighbours and friends.
A fragmentary note quotes Mr Schultz of The ooster Aardware Co discussing a spring event. The piece touts a Sixth Annual Grand Opening of buggies implements harnesses and garden items, projecting a large store layout and busy floor space.
Charles Curry broker reports Wooster stock exchange market results for wheat corn oats rye pork and lard. Prices show May and July quotations with openings lows closes and percent changes across wheat corn oats rye and hog futures.
A historical market page reports mixed commodity prices and livestock values from Cleveland markets. Wheat and corn are listed with No 2 red and No 2 data, while cattle, sheep, lambs, calves, and hogs show bid ranges and closing quotes for various grades and weights. The column includes regional figures for Buffalo and New York markets, with diverse price points across categories.
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