08 Mar 1899
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1899
Page
1
An article discusses acid dyspepsia or sour stomach and promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a radical cure. It claims the tablets restore digestion, strengthen the stomach, improve appetite, and are sold to readers for 10 cents per package by F A Stuart Co.
The piece argues that George Washington favored eastern western expansion linking Mississippi river routes to Atlantic waterways. It asserts his lifelong push for national growth and unity, contrasting with narrow sectional views. It notes a local primary election in Wooster and quips about political factions.
Delano Brinkerhoff writes from Naples Italy describing hotel experiences beggars and waiters misperceptions and the challenge of communication. He recalls meals hot water signs lack of English and a humorous misread of etiquette while admiring Naples sights and the palace walls. He notes beggars outside museums and the paradox of beauty and poverty in Napolitan life.
A grand Wooster home project on College avenue nears completion with a 48‑room mansion by C A Hills and a new iron block addition for Harding & Co. The Hills residence features water, gas, electric lighting, hot air heating, extensive porches, a cedar lined third floor room, and a rainwater tank. Local contractors include D C Curry Co and J Wietere. A separate added story atop the Iron Block will display high grade vehicles by Harding & Co, with public viewing to begin in April.
Washbowls and pitchers sixty cents, wool hose and note paper at Bryson's. Lamps and barners are listed. Galvanized wash basins priced. Pocket knives and other items with prices shown at Bryson's store.
An insurance backed notice from Capital City Bank of Columbus and a celery capsule remedy by Geo Krige Druggist promises health cures. It offers a sight draft and a money back guarantee if cures fail. The grainy text cites liver and stomach relief and constipation as treatment claims.
A historic ad touts Elyo's Cream Balm as a cure for nasal catarrh and head cold, claiming purification of the nasal membrane and immediate relief. Sold by druggists or mailed for 50 cents by Ely Brothers of New York.
From Wednesday's Daily Judge Eason sat on the Wayne County Court of Common Pleas bench this morning and handed down a decision in a city case involving Mr Babkin charged with failing to pay a fragmentation expense. State Proceeds, Probates, and February Aural Appeal noted.
A spring note touts HL McLean's remedy priced at one dollar a bottle to boost energy and improve spirits as the warming sun raises body heat and fatigue. The ad emphasizes cleansing impurities and restoring vigor amid seasonal changes.
The Century Club celebrated Washington's Birthday with a reception at Dr. and Mrs. A. W. Bigelow's home in Wooster. More than 400 guests attended as College Choristers delivered recitations and songs honoring Washington the Statesman. Refreshments followed the program, with guests praising the pleasant and profitable evening.
An account recalls J. EB, a well known resident, describing a grim illness progression from Typhoid Fever to Pneumonia. He claims his lungs failed and he expected death, then credits a mysterious “marvelous medicine” as a guaranteed cure, with dubious claims of remedies and prices tied to a drug store advert.
Adjutant Schaber of the Eighth Ohio faces public scrutiny over canned beef with altered labels. Reports claim soldiers found suspicious cans, with officials denying label changes and noting dates stamped on tins. Captain Charlter and Sergeant Major Reig dispute the allegations while shell-life concerns lead to halted rations.
The Wooster City Band gave an acclaimed concert at City Opera House. Highlights included Hoogeveit's Krughs, a strong Home Sweet Home solo by Jacob Grader, and a lively cakewalk finale. An illness prevented soprano Mrs Bevard from performing, but humor from Part Two and the comedy duo drew applause. net proceeds fell short of expectations but still benefited the band.
The ad extols Mother's Friend as a safe external liniment that relieves morning sickness headaches breast soreness and related discomforts of pregnancy. It claims widespread approval and notes the price at $1 per bottle with sales through drug stores and distributors.
Mrs Susan Eberhardt wife of Julius L Eberhardt asks for divorce and alimony. She cites marriage in Wooster on July 17 1880 and three children Edmund 12 William 9 Fred 7. She alleges extreme profligacy habitual drunkenness and failure to provide necessities for more than three years. Eberhardt earns from city and railroads but has no real property. City officials are enjoined from paying him. Attorney John McSweeney represents Mrs Eberhardt.
Mrs G C A MacDonald appeared in Canton performing Liszt Honest Thou That Lord? and Bright Spring sharing a rich voice. She returned for Nevin Doris with piano violin and cello, encore Rosary, while Miss Phillips provided graceful piano accompaniment throughout the concert.
Citizens of Meding County organize a crusade to press for improved road infrastructure. They plan public meetings, petitions, and demonstrations to urge officials to fund and adopt a comprehensive road program.
A Wooster resident testifies to the relief from back pain kidney discomfort and neck ache after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He cites neighbor Collins's earlier success and notes purchasing from Zimmerman Co drug store. Doan's Kidney Pills sold nationwide by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY. Remember the name Doan's.
Albert Smyger and H. F. Swinedtt discuss a curious claim at the Jefferso office about a five year old birth producing four young offspring, including triplets, with two surviving. The note references past births and local reactions to the unlikely event.
A Wooster Lodge delegation from LO O F attended a Dalton Encampment in Dalton Thursday evening. They conferred all degrees on candidates, testing at midnight and ending in early daylight after a supper at Hotel Gardner. The visiting brothers praised Dalton hosts for their hospitality.
A Hoover Cottage tea reception in university circles featured a barbeque themed "What Went to College For" with five illustrated reasons including diet, property rights, obedience, avoiding boys, and attending the lecture course. Elegant refreshments were served by the hosts.
An old notice promotes Grain-O as a non medicine nourishing drink. It touts pure grain basis, rich color, appealing taste and claims benefits for children. It urges readers to ask grocers for Grain-O as a wholesome food drink.
The Wayne County Commissioners sold $3 000 of Ditch bonds with a premium of 25 1 2 cents. Four bids arrived by mail led by J K Overholt for Wayne County Nations Bank, securing funds for Little Chippewa Ditch No 104. Bonds, five at $600 each, bear 5 percent, first due Feb 1 1904. Last Saturday marked the 50th wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs J P Miller Medina. A Shropshire lambs litter born to J W Ford Adario. Ashland Times
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