McSweeney Rejects All Bids For Wooster Light Co Plant
McSweeney, receiver of Wooster Light Co, rejects all bids for the company property and franchise and plans to relist the plant for sale in March. A. M. Fombelle of Wooster bids expresses frustration, saying further bids were unwise and a quick settlement is preferred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wooster Gas Light Company
McSweeney
Dreceiver
Wooster Light Co
Whieh
A. M. Fombelle
Wooster
Yau
HURT AT CUSTALOGA AND STATE RELIEF RIGHTS
Adjutant General Critchfield reacts to a citizen letter from Ashland about a soldier pensioner Private Hamilton of the Eighth N G who was injured en route to a McKinley funeral. The 1902 act gave $1200 relief and a home trust, with property to revert if he and his wife died. Current mortgage threat reopens questions of the grant and its validity, following efforts by Hon. D. Collier of Holmes Ashland district.
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Critchfield
Ashland
Ellia
Thomas J. Hamilton
Eighth Regiment
N. G
McKinley
Hamilton
Hon
D. Collier
Holmes- Ashland
Exhibited voting machine by Judge Swartz at Richland office
Judge Swartz of Wooster demonstrated a voting machine Wednesday at Van Cook’s Richland county election office. Citizens and county officials watched as inventor promised a durable, maintenance friendly device using keys to vote and a compact design that could replace lead pencils. He claimed a practical market price range and lifetime reliability.
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Mansfield
Swartz
Wooster
van C Oook
Richland County Election Board
Woll
Line Looking Up Across State Plans of Cleveland and Southwestern
The vicinity discusses plans to build an electric line from Cleveland to Calumous. The Cleveland & Southwestern aims to extend south from Mansfeld to Mt. Vernon linking Cleveland to Columbus. Capitalists push northward to Wooster from Mt. Vernon to connect with the line, while Mt. Vernon presses its project vigorously.
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Cleveland
Calumous
Utica
Cleveland Leader
Cleveland & Southwestern
Mansfeld
Mt. Vernon
Columbus
Wooster
Florian Schaffter, longtime Wayne County leader, dies
Florian Schaffter, born October 16, 1889 in Canton Bern Switzerland, died at Kinney hospital at 7:80 a m after a long illness. He was a former wagon maker turned farmer, served as Wayne County recorder from 1892 to 1904, and held multiple township offices. Survived by sons Edward Eugene A. and William, daughter Lenora predeceased him. He was a Democrat and active in Mt Eaton German Reformed and Wooster English Reformed congregations.
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Florian Schaffter
Kinney
Hig Fara
Abraham L
Sophia Schaffter
Switzerland
Mr. Schaffter
Canton
Berne
Republic
America
Stark County
Paint Township
Wayne County
Schaffter
Mt. Eaton
Hinser¢ite
Wooster
Board of Public Service
Scha
Shaffter
Mt Eaton
His Woes Horace Carr Obituary in Wooster
Horace Carr 81 died at Dr Bashford's hospital on West Liberty Street after years of frail health and blindness. A son of Rodney Carr from New Hampshire, he built a life across Ohio, worked in grain and patent farm implements, spent years in New York City finance, then returned to Wayne County. He faced steady decline yet valued reading, and his death marks the end of a long, varied career and residence in Wooster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horace Carr
Bashford
West Liberty Street
Rodney Carr
Ohio
Wayne County
New Hampshire
Carr
Howe Far
L. C Carr
Bloodington
Wooster
Woodly Fortane Hs
New York City
Stock Exchange
Waywater
Philadelphia
Pittabore
Cleveland
Barberton
Care
Hfe
Travelingmen form aid group for Thaw affair in Ohio
A traveling men’s association in Vernon at Botol Fultz plans a penny medal fund to aid Mr and Mrs Thaw. Officers include President O Jones Dorney Canton and Treasurer B H Kirk Cleveland. The group aims to place penny boxes in hotels nationwide to raise funds for a medal and sympathy for the Thaws. The treasury meets as called to push the effort.
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Harry K. Tapaw
Mit Vernon
Ohio
Hagyry
Sollows
O. Jones Dorney
Canton
BH. L. Kirk
Euclid Avenue
Cleveland
Thaw
United States
Mr. Thaw
Gas Bills Jump With Cold Weather
Gas bills rose sharply as the natural gas company notes that monthly remembrances show at least a fifty percent increase due to severe cold and higher consumption in January. An official says the public may not fully understand the charges but attributes the rise to low temperatures and extra gas use.
Marriage Licenses Reported From Various Towns
John Yergin of West Salem weds Nellie Clason of Armstrong. James B Douglass of Burton City weds Margaret M Meichert of Marshallville. Ora Aber of Plain weds Leacy E Swin of Clinton. Forest Z Keyser weds Mary H Whitworth of Golden Corners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Yergin
West Salem
Nellie Clason
Armatrong
James 8. Douglass
Burton City
Margaret M. Meichert
Marshallville
Ora Aber
Plain
Leacy E. Swin
Clinton
Forest Z. Keyser
Mary H. Whitworth
Golden Corners
How to Remain Young with Electric Bitters
Mrs N F Rowan of Mc Donough Georgia says three bottles of Electric Bitters cured her chronic liver and stomach trouble and blood condition turning her shin red. She feels about 20 years younger and can work daily. guaranteed by S H Boyd Co at 60 cents. It also claims Dr Thomas Electric Oil relieves stings cuts burns and pains quickly.
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N. F. Rowan
McDonough
Electric Bitters
S. H. Boyd & Co
Horace Carr Sr Funeral Notes in Wooster Church
The obituary recalls Horace Carr Sr as a man fond of discussion on current topics and sharp memory despite aging. Survived by Mrs. Carr, Borace Carr Jr of Kansas City and Lathes Carr of Oklahoma, with son in DMirsour. Funeral held at Wooster Center church Saturday afternoon with Rev H OD Allen officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wooster
H OD. Allen
the Baptist Church
Vivo Is Booze Millersburg Court So Decides a Case
Millersburg judges rule in state vs John P Thomas on error from Mayor Shaw. Thomas found guilty of selling intoxicating ho ar in a dry town with a $75 fine and costs. The term vivo is linked to a Milwaukee company, with the case testing whether it is intoxicating. The decision sustains the mayor on points, and the bill of exceptions is removed except for date and time of offense. The circasse court may review further.
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Millersburg
Judge Michu]ab
John P Thomas
Shaw
Thomas
Hqnor
Dodge Nicholas
Rtne
Nicholas Stunk
Hles
Thia
Quesion-On
The
Brewing Company of Milwaukee
Lorpoys
Fortune on Hand in County Treasury Reaches $215000
The county treasury closed Thursday with 215 088.03 on hand, the largest balance in a year. Treasurer George Krieger said the total includes what remained in the surities and deposits in Citizens National Bank, noting the county was wealthy for one day.
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George Krieger
Citizens National Bank
Obituary notes two deaths from a Wayne township
The report records the death of John Miller aged 57, a farm tenant on George Spangler's property in Wayne township after a long illness. His remains were moved to Millerstorg for interment Saturday afternoon. The same papers report the suicide of Dr. T. M Taylor, 32, a chemistry instructor at Carnegie Technical Schools, with a brother living nearby, described as a possible rumor.
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John Miller
George Spangler
Wayne Township
Millerstorg
Pittsburg
T. M Taylor
Carnegie Technical Schools
Unconscious Harry J Frost Found in Harness Shop
A patron found Harry J Frost unconscious on the floor of his harness shop at South Walnut street. He was carried to the Smith boarding house on Liberty street and Dr. W. G. Ryall attended. Frost, ill with liver trouble, was thought to have a stroke but rallied and was no longer in danger by afternoon.
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Harry J. Frost
South Walnut Street
Mr. Frost
Bible Depository of Wayne Coan Era Established
Local report notes the Bible Depository in Wayne County was established, marking a milestone for regional religious and archival efforts. Community leaders spokespersons indicated steady support and anticipated growth of the depository's collection and public access.
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Wayne Coan 2 Tbe B Nockety
Progressive Farmers Hold February Meeting at Station
The February meeting of the Progressive Farmers association met in the administration building at one o'clock. A small but engaging program included Lincoln sayings during a toll call, vocal numbers by Miss Klinger and Miss Merrill, readings by Miss Alma Smith, and an address by Hon. Ed Wertz on the Wertz Road Law urging farmers to participate. Mrs. M. M. Fowler read on Labor-saving Devices, with tips on pump-fed water and a cream separator. discussions covered cringing water uphill, two-section screen doors, and other labor-saving ideas. The gathering concluded with thanks to Mr Wertz and the experiment station staff. next meeting at the Children's Home on March 28 at 10.
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Progressive Farmers’ Association
Ada Arnou
Lincoln
Klinger
Misa Mierrick
Alma Smith
Wertz
Kenown
M. M. Fowler
Staf
Fatal Wreck Saturday on the CA and C railway
In Cognocton on March 2 a freight train on the CA and C railway ran past a block at Warsaw Junction and plunged down an 80 foot embankment. The incident resulted in a fatal wreck with unclear details and fragmented names in the report.
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CA & C
Cognocton
Warsaw Junction
C. Bemonwetelggrg
Tha Taaman
Grand Jury Reports No Indictments In Bribery Case
In Colo abush on March 2 the grand jury delivered two partial reports this morning but did not publicize any indictments in bribery charges. Five indictments were returned against various persons for common offenses, with counts totaling sixteen and twelve respectively.
Dr Rogers to Speak at Morrlach Methodist Church
Dr Rogers from Baldwin University will speak Sunday March 10 at Morrlach Methodist Church on Christian Education. The address aims to interest all and especially inspire young people pursuing inner education.
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Morrlach
Bribery Charges In Indictments Against Brooklyn Officials
Multiple indictments reported from Kings County charge Fraui Ulrich the Brooklyn superintendent of highways with accepting gratuities for department appointments. Five Brooklyn police officials and others face similar charges as authorities pursue graft in city administration.
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Brooklyn
New York
Fraui & Ulrich
Department of Highways
Kings County
Brooklsn
Ulrich
Admission of Confession in Orrville murder trial
Testimony details how confession was allegedly secured from teen suspects. Attorneys dispute promises of solitary confinement relief and note Gil Paterson denied threats while Sheriff Brown and Rheinold Kneuffer corroborate warnings about potential release. Witnesses discuss school, jobs, and places from Nawcomers town to Massillon as jurors hear about coercion claims and timing of confessions in the Dye murder case.
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W G. Patterson
Goen
White
Eason
Attorovey Puatterson
Patterson
Gritchfeld
Brown
Hhis
Patte
Ron
Arpistrone Brown
Rheinold Kneuffer
Wayne County
Keoffer
Orrville
Af White
Mayor Starn
movTe womUetler
Rheinold Knenffer Armstrong Brown
W. G. Patterson
Dudge Eason
Harry White
Thomas Ove
Thoreday
Wee Ee
Ropinson Court
Neiter
Biddy
Gace
Miller
Tiger
Patterton
Young Dye
Overhart
Dye
Orrville trial details crowd reaction and witness claims
Testimony depicts crowded Orrville jail scene as Brown White and Patterson face confessions. Prosecution notes crowd anger while defense highlights pressure and costs. Witnesses include Joan Watson David Binewith Riley Drushal and Mayor George Starn.
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Petterson
Kneuffer
Brown
Patterson
Joan Watson
Orsville
Winkler
Wasson Avid
Ornville
Orrville
George Starn
White
Tonsiline Sore Throat Remedy Promises Fast Cure
An old advertisement extols Tonsiline as a ready remedy for sore throat and throat infections. It claims quick cure and protection against diseases like diphtheria, urging families to keep a bottle for instant use. The copy uses bold language and misspellings to stress effectiveness.
Dr Miles' Nervine Promises Quick Sleep and Vitality
An advertisement explains that nervous irritation and sleeplessness stem from brain strain and that nature requires sleep. Dr Miles' Nervine is pitched as soothing, reducing congestion, and rebuilding nerves to restore energy. A testimonial from Underhill, Indiana, claims two winter attacks left weak, but Nervine helped her sleep after trying other remedies.
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Nature
Miles’ Nervine
Miles
Breryvins
Miles Medical Co
Elihart, Ind
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Justin Schmitt and Company Works
St Bernard
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Springfield O
Aaron Tiffany
A. Floyd McCormick
Mt. Carmel Hospital
McMcCormick
Scioto County
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J W. Thaw
Nanogenarian
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Isaac Levy
Bridgeport O
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Bellaire
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Washington
Senate
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Johnstown
G. E. McDonald
Minerva
J. G.harris
D.C Mahon
Dennison
Bae
Bridy Ruveeli
Newcomerstown
Urichsville
Massillon
Alliance
Nawcomerstown
Wheeling & Jake Erie
Wm. Hentz
Meyers Lake
Hentz
Cuyahoga Falls
Mason
al Orrville
Everherdt
Obie
Ab Abiorney
She ‘Diefcase
Roach and
Koebler
Major Starn
Barry
Starn
Enenffertolly Woulot
Russell
Curas
Aseria
Kennedy
Purpares
TAK Caboratory
Dewmt & DD
Chicago
Krieger Drug Store
H.F
Beresford _Building
Liberty Street
Noid Ave
Dr. Platt
American House
Hood
Angina
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