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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1905
Page
3
Advertisement for S S S blood purifier and tonic from The Swift Specific Company Atlanta stating sores arise from blood impurities. It claims to cleanse blood, remove poisons, strengthen circulation, and offers free physician advice and a book on blood diseases.
The Columbus c board of pardons recommends pardons and commutations for Wallace Crooks Edward Kenney Charles Bridges Andrew Beaver Joseph Angel Michael Schamberger Edward Neil James Hickey Charles Byers and others with varied sentences shortened from life five to twelve years in several cases. Also Cincinnati sports news and local crime notes accompany this item.
Advertisement notes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets relieve constipation without unpleasant effects and restore natural bowels. Mentions Mr. Eu Burler of Frankville New York and sale by all druggists. Also includes a Baltimore and Ohio earnings report showing net earnings for seven months of fiscal year ending January 31 1905 and increases over prior year.
Receiver A Drynch received the first dividend checks Friday for depositors at the Wooster National Bank. About 25 percent of deposits were paid, totaling a little over $78,000, with some depositors cashing or depositing funds while others took funds to meet obligations. Supplemental dividends will follow for those who have not yet proven claims.
A quirky tale opens with a phone mishap as a father hears Central’s busy signal while asking his daughter for a kiss. The piece shifts to Wooster banking talk about dividends easing a credit crunch after a local bank failure and disputed promises to pay. It moves to poems and a critique of book moves at the city library, pronunciation debates, and Wooster chess players B J Jones and David Stoner with a promise to even the score.
Pieces of damaged text reference a case involving a person named ChasP and a general anger at a group. The readable content is incoherent and lacks clear events, dates, or involved organizations. No verifiable names beyond ChasP appear, making a reliable summary impossible from the fragment.
Wayne county’s Milhovett G Griffith Otto Troutmay and Holmes county’s George Adams were elected to attend the state telephone convention in Columbus March 30. They represent Milleraburg Wooster Orrville Telephone and Independent Telephone companies as delegates from the fourth and ninth Independent SA telephone districts.
A strong gas buildup from a winter leak in the sewer on Weather larwill street led to a violent blast Thursday morning as workers searched for a main break. The explosion rattled homes but the crew was at a safe distance. Officials suspect a leak from a broken main where pipes were exposed during sewer work.
The company reports rapid progress on preliminary work for a pipeline project from south of Howard in Knox county toward Barberton and Millersburg with routes via Loudonville Big Prairie Shreve Wooster Orrville Wartraceville Warwick and Clinton. Pipe shipments start March 1 with trenches dug to three feet. aim to reach Wooster by May 1 or June 1 and to complete laying toward Barberton.
A Wooster group including George McCormick Columbus and Edward McCormick are researching family ties to the renowned McCormick estate in Scotland. Tracing back generations they hope a direct link to Ireland McCormicks may be found. If successful many relatives may claim a share, though individual amounts could be small.
The Rev Ezra Neikirk will lecture on The Ananias Club at the Reformed church Wednesday evening March 15. It will be his first home presentation and church women report strong ticket sales with over 400 engagements. A planning meeting was held this afternoon to arrange details.
Against the Scalpers the Baltimore and Ohio Pennsylvania Chesapeake and Ohio and Southern railways moved in Washington DC to stop alleged broker activity in return coupons of non transferable rail tickets. Justice Anderson considered the temporary restraining order while a lawyer argued the case. Chamberlain's stomach and liver tablets are praised by a Baxter Springs Kansas druggist as superior for constipation.
Mt Eaton reports revived tales of gold and ancient trails as local farmers dig prospect holes along Sugarcreek bottoms. Amish land rules block leases, while relics along rocky dale summit and nearby farms fuel superstition. Noted locals Paul Feigand and Joseph Grant are linked to historic secrets, with legends of hidden mines and ghostly guardians persistently cited.
Avam Weber a long-time county resident and veteran of the Rebellion died at the National Military Home in Marlon aged likely in his seventies. Dorothy Intire, an elderly single woman, died at her sister’s home in Green Township following paralysis. William Nixon, age 83, died suddenly at Ira Hindman’s home on Applecreek Road after years of ill health. Burial followed in Precorickaborg. Mrs Elizabeth Woodend McCurdy wife of Rev A McCurdy died in Wilmington Delaware after a stroke of paralysis. Survived by four sons, two daughters and several siblings. services held at Saltsburg Presbyterian Church after remains were taken there.
Akron Beacon Journal reports local officers favor Akron as site for the Eighth Ohio Regiment encampment this summer. Ashland and Akron companies express willingness to assemble here, citing proximity to water and railroad facilities. Officials urge steps and funding to secure the camp, noting Akron’s central location and railroad access as advantages.
Anson Smith, night engineer, saved the Boston Piano & Organ Co plant near Wooster and Coshocton from a major fire. Flames engulfed sawdust rooms. Smith, ablaze, closed fire doors, alerted others, and escaped exhausted. Losses included $25,000 to the engine room and glue department, $20,000,000 of unfinished product was saved, with hard fighting and full insurance.
Stull Ryall and Stoll will relocate to the late A J Thomas residence on North Market Street. Work to rebind the pass begins immediately, aiming for the most complete doctors offices in Wooster with modern surgery ready rooms. Completion will extend well into summer before removal.
Charles Richards walks again after six weeks confined to his room with a broken leg. Prof Lawrence Erb resumes full conservatory work. Russell McKinlay, once a student and Spanish-American War veteran who lost an eye, receives a $100 monthly pension. Lawrence Seelye seeks a Hudson boys’ school scholarship, ranking among top ex first honor men. Shelby school board seeks a new superintendent to fill Supt Lynch’s vacancy with plans for the next two years.
Horrified readers learn of a Chicago theatre blaze that killed nearly six hundred. The same year reports show over 3,000 die from pneumonia in Chicago. Accounts claim pneumonia cases stem from colds and influenza and reference the Gough Remedy as preventing or curing severe illness. The text mentions individuals and sales terms without coherent details.
CL Riventark Jr of No folk Va reports a burnt knee blistered badly and Buckten's Arnica Salve stopped the pain and healed it without a scar. It also heals wounds and sores. Available for 23 cents at Laubach and Boyd's drug store.
An advertisement extolls Dr Williams Pink Pills as effective for dyspepsia and related symptoms. It recites a testimonial from Mr Baysson of San Francisco, claiming eight boxes restored appetite, sleep, and energy. The piece urges diet, requests for the treatment guide What to Eat and How to Eat, and notes pills are sold by druggists.
Pennsylvania Lines announces home seekers and settlers excursions to West Northwest and Southwest regions. One way second class colonist tickets sold March 10 to May 15 and February 21 and March 21 for West and Southwest Territory, including Alabama Florida Georgia Kentucky Louisiana Mississippi North Carolina South Carolina Tennessee and Virginia. Park season reopens under new management with $50,000 improvements. For outings Sabbath school and other excursions, trains run to Park entrance with exclusive use dates reservable via Geo W Weedon Cleveland Pass Agent. Inquiries through local ticket agents.
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