10 Mar 1897
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1897
Page
1
The notice urges daily correspondence from all Wooster Republican reporters whether they have supplies to write or not. It calls for updates on absent writers, marching up new correspondents where needed, and insists each town be heard from weekly with brief letters preferred over lengthy ones.
A preview of McKinley selecting Song and Bites for two secretaries hints at a longer term in office. Cleveland resigns with party support rising, while Kansas bribery charges and Idaho senate contest mark a volatile political day. Market reports show best business in months as optimism returns. Byran backs McLean in Ohio and funds for U S Senate, urged to quote Allen Myers.
Juba Sherman remains a private citizen but will soon receive the high honor again, just over a day away. Whether in or out of office, he aims to be fully equipped for efficient public service and needs no title to aid him.
John McBride as labor leader endorses Mark Hanna and labor aid while comparing McKinley to Lincoln. Vivid notes on immigration bill, Cuba policy, Crete crisis, Greek tensions, and a Lake Shore Railroad bond issue at 31 percent interest. Early 1900s tone cites Irish phrasing and broad economic impact.
Harcourt warned British Tories against joining a coalition of powers backing Turkey in Crete to suppress Greek opposition. He argued the government would trail a path beyond its control and may be compelled into acts that would revolt the English conscience.
With 30,000,000 set in circulation to all orders for 1,600,000 tong of steel rails placed since the breaking of the steel rail pool and with the consequent benefit to all other fines of the iron industry to the coal miners and coke workers and railroads, the impetus to trade revival is beyond calculation. The effects will be felt far and near and for good altogether.
President McKinley chose Cornelius N Bliss for a New York Cabinet post. Bliss, acceptable to diverse state factions, has now agreed to join the Cabinet, bringing experience as a businessman used to handling large undertakings and overseeing Interior Department matters.
The Senate weighs restoring 21,000,000 acres in Utah Montana Washington Idaho and South Dakota to public domain and opening them to settlement. Cleveland defends actions as a preservation investigation while Congress vows to probe the probe. Public opinion largely praises his earnest, solemn demeanor despite current criticisms.
The article notes rising war tensions in Europe over Crete Greece and Turkey with possible Turkish moves into Thessaly and a united Balkan response. It also reports John D Rockefeller's promised gifts to Chicago University totaling 13 million with other donors and compares university impact to Wooster showing money isn t the sole measure of educational value.
The text praises President McKinley for restoring warmth and democratic accessibility akin to Lincoln. It emphasizes his plain, Canton home image and the trait of staying in touch with people, guiding them at the right times, to rekindle public confidence and friendship with the government.
The advertisement touts a Digestive Cardiff 18 remedy said to be the most successful for stomach troubles. It claims immediate pain relief after eating, strengthens the digestive system, and asserts 18 foods digested are better than tonics. It emphasizes the cordials digest what you eat and grow strength, with free pamphlets for druggists. It also notes Laxon is not a drug mix, but palatable Castor Oil, and CasCarets stimulate liver, kidneys, and bowels without sickness.
A historic advertisement claims a remedy called Mystic Cure rapidly cures rheumatism and neuralgia within one to three days. It alleges immediate disappearance of the disease and notes a large fret dose priced at 75 cents. Sold by Lanbach & Boyd and Geo J Kreiger near the public building in Wooster.
Lewis Y. McClure of Wooster Ohio writes to Wright Medical Co recommending Wright's Celery Compound after using Wright's Celery Capsules for constipation and inflammatory rheumatism. He reports complete recovery in three weeks and continued good health with no further attacks while working as a roofer. The endorsement claims the medicine is the best he has used and urges others to try it.
In Dover New Hampshire October 31 1896 Mrs Franklin Freeman writes that Balm reached her with quick relief for catarrh and that Ely Cream Balm will reign supreme. She notes a shelved supply of Catarrh Cures and mentions full size 50 cents trial size 10 cents and mail order from Ely Brothers Warren Street New York City.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a tobacco booklet offering quick life changes and weight gain, with garbled phrases and stray product claims. The readable elements include promotional language and references to a booklet, but specifics are missing.
The Wayne County Court of Common Pleas docket shows 31 new civil actions filed since the last report, including cases by Henry Richmond and O. M. Lovett, various cognovits, and numerous divorcé and equitable relief actions. Notable entries include Maggie Dollin versus Charles Duke and Lena Baumgardner seeking divorce, with allegations of misconduct and requests for alimony and child arrangements.
After a long trial ending near 10 o clock, jurors found a verdict for the plaintiff Wright in the suit against Hall. The defense contended lack of consideration and misrepresentation, this being the third trial with prior defenses prevailing. Neutrals Smyser and Thomas for plaintiff. Johnson and Taylor for defendants.
President Cleveland signed the International Monetary Conference Bill in Washington on March 3. The action formalizes U S participation in the conference and sets policy related to monetary standards.
Mr John F Barrett of M E church spoke at Bethel church last Sunday before the Sunday School on Solomon's Temple He described the structure and its divine spiritual mission His lecture was entertaining and instructive and Barrett's command of the subject promises a rich listening opportunity for future audiences
A vintage ad touts Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pules as a safe remedy for constipation. It claims nine tenths of illness stems from constipation and invites readers to mail in with stamps for a medical adviser booklet.
The reader is urged to challenge a seller who claims another product is as good as Dean's Olntoient for hives pin worm itchiness and other itch sensations. The message contains garbled text and a date-like code B11-18:7, suggesting a faded or damaged ad or notice.
The Ashland & Wooster Railway project advances with A B Cara’s enterprise moving forward and engineer Hanlon leading initial reconnaissance. Plans rename the line from Cleveland Wooster & Muskingum Valley to Ashland & Wooster with termini at Sandusky and Bellaire, traversing Erie Huron Ashland Wayne Stark Tuscarawas and Belmont counties.
Secretary Qacar Steinmetz of the City Guard Drum Corps reported the unit led the Third Division in the inaugural parade as Chief Marshal's escort. The corps held the Third beat position and baton passes drew applause amid the march.
William Meijer long time gun and locksmith shop owner on South Market Street died just before noon from paralysis and stomach disease after living in Wooster 41 years. Survived by daughters Mrs. Anna Austin of Pittsburgh and Mrs. Lena Groupp of Cleveland and sons Herman of Pittsburgh Frederick and William of Wooster. Funeral to be held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the German Evangelical church.
The German Evangelical congregation is nicknamed the widow's church due to many widows among its members. Court records indicate two thirds of the dues payers are widowed, while many regular attendees have lost husbands. Longtime German residents can attest to the church’s widow-dominated congregation after briefly attending services.
February meeting of Thursday club discussed Louis XI and ministers Colbert Lavoll. Mrs Haupert opened with a paper on the king’s policy and era, followed by Mrs J C Mi Clarkan’s piece on Colbert and Lavoll read by Miss Pendleton. The detailed outlines impressed as one of the year’s most comprehensive talks.
Dalton faces municipal strife over a 7000 dollar waterworks bond and annexation to include the Wheeling Lake Erie station. Mayors and officials from Massillon, Dalton, and Na'tor discuss alleged improper council action and taxation shifts. A public meeting raised funds for an expert to audit the books as the town remains divided.
A letter from a mother of nine children extols Dr Hand's Gold Care, claiming it outperforms other remedies and has been recommended to many mothers. She states she always keeps Holtle of all Dr Hand's remedies in the house and notes its availability at druggists for 26 cents.
The Rebekahs hosted a monthly social in the LO.0.F. room with a varied program of violin and piano solos, recitations, and refreshments. The Toast Club at Mr James Hill's home inaugurated officers with a Welcome and Inaugural Address, music and a lunch. A Baptist church social and a surprise 45th birthday party for Mrs Andrew McMonigal were also reported, with gifts and refreshments.
Wooster Township Trustees defend the new relief law effective March 1, saying it allows temporary aid yet directs permanent cases to Infirmary Directors. They warn the measure will raise relief costs and likely increase the poor tax by about one third next year, due to population and local industry.
Letters translated from French confirm the death of Samuel G Armor, formerly of Millersborg Kilonga Longa Congo Free State Africa, on Oct 10 1896 from acute dysentery. The Camp Kilonga Longa authorities and a death certificate by Dr Etienne attest the demise and note the ceremony and burial details.
Peter J Gerber narrowly survived a dangerous blast at Sonnenberg last week while burning stumps after an earlier mishap with dynamite. He had been blasting stumps two months ago when a cap failed to explode. While rearranging the burning stump pile he disturbed remaining dynamite and a flash and blast severely burned his right hand and face.
Cleveland Leader Special Columbus Ohio reports Attorney General Frank Monnett filed in the Supreme Court a suit in ouster against the insurance trust. He claims evidence of a far reaching rate fixing conspiracy violating the 1891 O'Neil law. He says over 100 companies have joined in an ironclad contract to raise rates. If successful, many insurers could be driven from business.
A reader describes enduring a harsh cold after a fire incident at Cripple Uredk. After trying many remedies the cough worsened until using three small bottles of Chamberlains Cough Remedy, which relieved both cough and cold, even at high altitude.
An antique medical ad fragment promotes stomach health and digestion. It mentions Dr Caldwell and Labach product lines, with references to dosage and numbered editions, in a vintage health supposed cure context.
Cleveland friends expect President McKinley to take a personal interest in Sylvester Scovel, long a friend of Major McKinley, due to Scovel’s Ohio ties and service with Troop A during key Republican moments. The case, tied to Scovel’s Cuban imprisonment, is seen as connected to executive influence and duty to an American abroad.
Orrville March 4 The Presbyterian church Ladies Aid held a calendar fair with six booths run by named members Mrs Griffiths Mrs Gilsert Miss Le bbinger Miss Pollock Mrs Atsaugh and Mrs Proctor. Activities included Wash Day Ironing Day and a staged display with humorous mishaps, raising funds in a grand socially successful event.
County Commissioners on Tuesday approved claims for sheep killed or injured by dogs in the three months ending March. Names include E L Seehaffter Waiot township two killed. Joan H Lusher Sugartrek three killed. M Steiner Sugarcreek three billed. Harkwalter Sugarcreek one killed and one injured. Joseph Horst Sugarcreek two injured. Harvey Eckard Sugarcreek four killed. J K Zaring Wayne two killed one injured. Johann Bishop Wayne three billed. W F Brown Wayne one killed one wounded. J B Frick Wayne one killed. D C Koay Sugarcreek three billed four injured. Noah Good Kaigth War killed. BM Heretey Baoghian one billed two injured. David Stair Couros two killed. Davia Brown Chaten six billed three injured. Peter Moniter Clutov two billed three injured. Sugarcreek one killed.
Special to WoosTeR Kepyusukay Worcester Mass March 6 Nearly a million dollars of property burned here this morning. Several persons were injured. Two of them are now dead, two business blocks were burned. Exankroft Ky Starch 5 Gov ert Kirachey today appointed A T Whod of Mt. Sterling to 66 United States Senator for tie and term aid called Ho extra sAiyi CUP the Kau tubay Legislature for tie 11.b inst to elect a Senator to acceed Senator Plagkba py for the full term.
A vintage advertisement touts Lightning Hot Drops as a universal stomach and bowel remedy. It claims rapid relief from overeating and indigestion with no side effects, and suggests it replaces plasters pills and tonics while costing 25 cents for a larger bottle. The text also notes a money back guarantee if no relief is found.
A severe thunderstorm struck the area this morning causing major damage including a blown house. One inmate was killed and another burned. eight more were injured. Officials report strong winds and heavy rain from the storm.
Indianapolis reader endorses Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets for nervous dyspepsia and stomach weakness. Letter from A W Sharper cites gains in flesh, sleep, and general health after four years of suffering, noting relief from gas, constipation, headaches, and palpitations.
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