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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1908
Page
2
Disorderly tale reports a cash wager in Wayne County over coking birds. Medi na and Caythoga county birds competed on a Wadworth farm. Wooster tarda allegedly won nine bets from eleven while local backers claimed victory on the main event.
The South property was completely destroyed by fire with losses totaling the full insured amount. Adjusters slowed the payout as claims were adjusted. a Standley tie company carried 110 on the house and $500 on items, per the report.
James Fisher sells High street property to Joseph tei for 8450 dollars. Sheriff Caskey reports a Wednesday morning sale. David Nothah of Chippewa township sues for divorce from James Reid of Ripley. Two Italians buy a block of seven lots from E W Newkirk Palmer allotment. Pail Sheridan arrested for intoxication, likely to face workhouse. US Army officers set to inspect Co D, 10th regiment on March 24. Frederick Molling of Salen appointed administrator of Walter J Mullings estate. Daughters of America thank Mrs Barnhart and Helen Newkirk for program. James W Reid seen near Mill Brook. Ontario Berkshire breeders association targets March 1 show. Mrs Smith and Miss Alan Smith, Prof Goddard and wife displaced by Thursday fire. Wadsworth resident suffers skin injury from stray burn, hopes for recovery. Jobo Getseluun of Orrville involved in window-stone incident. grand jury and mayor fined. Frankshan’s shop renovated. Fresh apple butter advertised. New West Preserving Co. Tony Oltmann visits. Tony Oltmann welcomed in city. Charles Garver recovering from nervous trouble. Mrs Hamilton of Orrville notes thumb injury recovery.
A fragmentary obituary notes Lowell Clinton, aged 7 years 7 months, son of Leslie Lawrence and Clinton Lawrence, died after illness likely scarlet fever. A daughter, age 6, died Monday in Detroit. A separate incident describes a youth assault on Frankie Charlton, 7, by Clarence Remainelle. Local notices mention horse powders for spring work and sourcing roofing materials.
A refined social event, the third nonmerenary Daughters of America banquet, honored by akimor-Orter of American Mechanics and spouses. Catherine Derr led program, with Vera Clapper and Helen Newkirk in vocal acts, Nora Miller piano, and Samuel Hart oration. Prizes won by Jennies Vanover and Samuel Hart. Guests enjoyed games, dancing, a new banquet hall, and heartfelt thanks for the hosts.
George Moore of Grimesland NC credits Dr King’s New Discovery with saving his life after a severe cough. The ad touts 50c and 100 price points at local druggists H Boye Co. Trial bottle offered free. Also promotes Dr Shoop’s Cough Cure and De Witt’s Little Early Risers from Kueger’s Drug Store.
Judge Eason ruled on Clara M Figgus of Orrville and John M Fieena in a divorce case over $1,700 alimony. Figgus had been awarded the amount, which Fiscus never paid, and the current action seeks enforcement of that alimony order.
Annu ber of the Pittsburg avenue property owners protest a proposed sewer line, claiming 1637 feet frontage vs 830 feet by petitioners, arguing high city taxes and added social charges would hurt incomes. Backers press to push the project, urging health and community benefit despite opposition.
A vintage notice warns that kidney and bladder trouble may start with a slight irregularity and urges using Foley's Kidney Remedy at the first sign of danger. It promotes early action with local drugstores listed and mentions other remedies for skin care and bowel regulation.
The Democratic party buzzes with activity as March nominations approach. Four vying for infirmary directorship are Turig, E D Ammon, J A Hamilton, and J V Patterson. Knepp and Julius Jerharg seek surveyorship. Fritz, Jones, Critchfield Jr., and Staraf contend for prosecuting attorney. Zaugg and Wilson run for treasurer. Weigandt and Swartz pursue judge delegates to the judicial convention. Price Ruarell faces no opponent for representative. Harrold, Orr, Zaring, Caskey, Villard, McTlvaine, Flasterer, Naners hold key posts with limited opposition.
Feb 27 notes numerous farm relocations around Leith and nearby estates. Clarence Swarts shifts on Leith farm. Edward McAfee moves into Frank Mason’s house. Rofas Fishboro relocates from Walter house to Harry McAnaney’s. William Wile moves into Wallacs. Irvin Starrs marry and plan to reside on Adan Starr farm. Adam moves to Woveter after buying property. Parvin Almmerman to Garfield Pitet on Butt farm. Dit Heuser visits father near New Fitsburg. Rev M B Mohn reports a sick horse. Benny Mykrantz raises a large rat tale. Walter Sauffer of Iverson & Co visits with cousin Mrs Spangler Meaday. Warner cemetery trustees elect officers. new Himmestine walk and renovations valued over $75 to beautify grounds. Grounds show great improvement. tool house to be built.
The summer school management adds a dress making and fitting course for the coming term. Maury Francis of Youngstown will lead the program with instruction in fine needlework. Self governance at the college is under debate with no plan likely adopted. Des Lodge, Mon., hosts the Miss Rosie Bees MeOry group and reports satisfaction with the place and people. Rev. Henry Nelson Bullard of Kansas City dies from pneumonia at 33, leaving a wife and two children. grandson of the late Dr. H. A. Nelson and a recent guest preacher at Westminster.
The display of products from the New Wooster Preserving Co. in Keister Bros storeroom and windows drew much attention on Saturday. The varied articles and packing method surprised observers and those who tasted samples declared them good, noting quality and appeal.
Clifford Bevington, a prominent Wooster youth linked to Canton and Columbus, confessed to desertion from the U S cavalry after being arrested by Chief Leiner. He expressed guilt and mourned his future as he faced transfer to Canton and then Columbus, with locals recalling his theater and dance hall visits.
John Jacob Myers aged 82 of Orrville was fined five dollars and costs and sentenced to 30 days in Canton workhouse after pleading guilty to issuing worthless checks. He used varied signatures on several checks totaling at least 340 dollars to purchase a team of moles, bank accounts showed no funds, and prior checks were passed in Marshallville Sethvile Massillon.
Old soldier Daniel Rosa from Shreveport earned a local reputation for wood carving. He carved a self-portrait from gum wood with remarkable likeness, a feat noted by townsfolk. Andrew O'Brien quietly celebrated his twenty second birthday on a Saturday, though many believed him older. he is a tobacco-free, long-running local businessman dating back eighty plus years. Chief Lerner commented that O'Brien could live to age one hundred.
Lyman Critchfield Jr and Benton form Critchfield and Hay, locating offices above Krieger drug store. Both men have diverse client rosters. the partnership aims to expand client base. Mr Hay moved his effects to the new office on Thursday.
Great Britain's war expense is expected to exceed last year's by several million dollars in the coming year. The commentary notes the costly effort needed to maintain war readiness and the expenses involved in sustaining the financial strain of wartime operations.
A promotional notice states leading medical writers and teachers from several schools of practice recommend Dr. Pierces Golden Medical Discovery for weak stomach dyspepsia catarrhal stomach liver biliousness chronic bowel issues and catarrhal diseases. It is pitched as best for lingering cases and asserts safety with no alcohol or habit forming drugs, offering a free booklet of extracts upon request to Dr. V. Pierce Buffalo NY.
A brief discussion notes that kidneys filter all body blood periodically, purifying waste and impurities. It warns that illness or disorder can lead to dangerous buildup in the blood if not treated.
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