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Ripans Tabules are compounded from a widely used prescription and presented in a form that is becoming fashionable everywhere, promoted by leading medical authorities.
13 Mar 1895
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1895
Page
1
Ripans Tabules are compounded from a widely used prescription and presented in a form that is becoming fashionable everywhere, promoted by leading medical authorities.
Tex Beidernehy notes letters from Wayne county and Pennakons region are growing, requests full names and addresses with date town and post office, and urges prompt news reporting. He references local politics, school council candidates, wool market notes, and a U S Supreme Court patent decision ending monopolies including Bell telephone and GE lighting patents.
The article surveys rising silver sentiment across regions from Maine to New England, notes women voting in Ohio school elections and Warren women not running, and mocks outdated political figures. It references Populist splits, Vanderbilt and Gould headlines, and critiques Democratic standpoints on industry and education amid a backdrop of reform and controversy.
Gresham apologizes to Great Britain after U S Congress refused to ratify an arrangement to pay Canada multiple times its due damages. He says he regrets the delay and promises renewed efforts amid ongoing tensions over the unwarranted settlement.
The piece condemns the Woodward affair and defends John Sherman as a guardian of honest money while urging Wooster students to unite for fairness. It argues the reputation of a young man and the college should trump rivalries, demanding justice and defamation resolution to protect the institution’s name.
A 1899 discussion critiques Grover Cleveland and Secretary Carlisle, condemning the Democrats tariff policy, lamenting Congress inefficiency, and noting controversial loans with New York bankers. It contrasts old politics with calls for bidding transparency, citing figures like Fred Douglass and Rothschilds in a satirical, opinionated tone.
The Philadelphia Press notes that 1890 to 1893 were billion-dollar years for rail earnings, but last year gross earnings on 134000 miles fell by 122 million and net by 40 million. Expenses cut by 82 million, about 6.5 million monthly, signaling Washington policy mistakes and fading hopes for a midyear recovery.
The New York Sun reflects on Grover Cleveland's second term beginning March 4, 1893. It argues Cleveland lacks party support and leadership as he faces a Democratic Congress, with only four days left in the term highlighted by unmet promises and betrayed hopes.
The piece notes Edward Tock on bimetallism arguing that fixing gold debt power, not intrinsic value, drives demand for silver and gold. It also profiles Prince Lobanoff, named prime minister, as liberal toward Rome and Moscow aims, signaling closer Roman Greek church ties and potential church reunification.
James A McCoy a longtime Creston area resident and former Creston school superintendent was killed while walking along the New York Pennsylvania Ohio Erie tracks. He stepped from a switch onto a main track as a fast freight and a local train passed over him, his body mangled and head nearly severed. He was 58 or 59, a Union veteran and member of Arthur Streim Post GA S of Creston and Knight of Pythias. He taught school for years and left a large family. Funeral services were held at his home with Rev. Dawson and Rev. Boston officiating. Interment followed in Wooster Cemetery.
Postal guidance outlines that stamps are not exchangable and spoiled stamps may be redeemed at face value in stamps or postal cards, with cards not redeemable. It lists that copper coins are accepted up to 26 cents, allows sender names on mail, and requires legible addresses and payee identification for money orders. It also states postal workers may not prepare money order or registered letter forms or seal contents.
In Fred ericksburg on March 3, the First Presbyterian church held communion after a two week special service led by newly elected pastor Rev. Chas R Compton. Eighty new members joined by profession and by letter, signaling strong unity and ongoing manse remodeling and beautification.
The Woman Franchise Association formed after a Wooster Yoder House meeting. Mrs Jacob Erick elected president, Mrs W J Keller secretary. The group will push to inform and influence spring election candidates and issues. They invite all city ladies to next meeting at Hotel Yoder and weekly Monday sessions. Some Burbank women plan an independent ticket for spring elections, with several Board of Education seats to be filled.
An amateur entertainment titled An Evening With the Maids of Greece drew a fair crowd. Miss Nettle Childs and Miss Virgilia Wallace led solo and recitals with Miss Emma Harrington coaching. calcium light effects and tableaux bewitched the audience. The program featured Grecian scarf drills, rose chain dances, wood nymphs, and group statuary, concluding with a reception at the Childs residence.
Hobart Potter of Wooster receives a merited promotion as the new superintendent of the Toledo division of the Pennsylvania lines west. The appointment, approved by General Manager Joseph Wood, takes effect March 1. Potter, 43, a Michigan graduate of 1875, has served as engineer of maintenance of way and as supervisor in Ft. Wayne and Allegheny, with headquarters now in Allegheny. He will move to Toledo shortly and is praised by railroad circles and friends for his capability.
Social notes report multiple surprise gatherings at residents on Walnut Spruce and Bever streets including Mr and Mrs O M Harrison Mrs J C McCullough and neighbors celebrating birthdays, anniversaries and a wedding. The piece notes a Friends Society wedding at a bride's home near Selma Clark County and a Masonic lodge meeting with a banquet in Shreve Wednesday.
An advert promises a hundred dollars for any deafness caused by catarrh that cannot be cured. It explains deafness as inflamed mucous lining of the Eustachian tube, stating one remedy restores tube to normal and saves hearing. Claims include free circulars from J. Cheney & Co. and a patent medicine sold by druggists.
A fragmentary note mentions Dr Price's Cream Baking Powder and a reference to Contalasne Ameseoia and Alam. The readable text suggests a product mention and possible misspelled names, with no clear event or location.
Miss Hont, Mr. Miller and others contributed to the musical pleasure of the occasion. Their performance enhanced the shared enjoyment, followed by appetizing refreshments. The reception concluded this memorable event admirably.
The letter from Wooster Ohio thanks the people of Lansing and Wooster for food and clothing relief. Nebraska hunger spreads across Holt and Boyd counties with 300000 needing bread and 500000 needing help until 1895 harvest. Local agents call for continued East support. beef and hog meat are distributed from East donations. A concert benefit in Wooster proceeds with seat auctions and a 20 35 and 50 cent admission.
Ex sheriff Jacob Mougey and Will Bell faced a frightening icebreak at Odell's Lake on Friday afternoon. Mougey broke 35 feet from shore and fell into 90 feet of water, remaining submerged about three minutes before Bell pulled him onto solid ice with the help of his gun. Mougey lost his rifle in the icy bath and was helped by John Rush at the Lake House with a clothing change. Mougey bathed around 2 pm, while Bell later fell through waist-deep water at about 5 pm but escaped without assistance.
A Dalton civic note thanks the Wooster Fire Department for its prompt response to a recent fire. The Shultz Wagon Co expresses appreciation for Chief Gerlach Darton and the crew, noting their willingness and efficiency. The letter seeks possible future reciprocity.
A testimonial from Mrs Brown of Canton Ohio extols Dr Hand's Colle Cure for teething babies. It claims swift relief from wind, settles stomachs, and promotes quiet sleep after trying many other remedies. Available at drugstores for 25 cents.
John Etling administrator of Lucetta Etting of Chippewa township sues Cleveland Lorain and Wheeling Railway for 10000 damages over the death of Mrs Etting 27, and her seven year old son Charles at a public crossing during a November 10 1894 snowstorm. The suit alleges the company failed to blow whistle or ring bells within 100 rods of the crossing, deeming the deaths result of negligence. James B Meech attorney for Etling.
Michael Hauer and Joseph House bagged 11 ducks in the bottoms Friday. A Franklin township farmer reports shooting two mink at one shot last week. A large flock of wild geese were seen swimming in Kilbuck Friday.
The County Commissioners reappointed Adam Long as court house engineer and John Waffle as county buildings janitor. Anthony Lelea of Wooster was named to the Wayne County Children’s Home Board replacing D. K. Firestone. Mrs. Baumgardner joins the Home’s Ladies Advisory as replacement for Mrs. Pettitier. Other board members remain Mrs C. S. Yoder and Mrs. David Thoma. Dr. J D Baar was reappointed physician for the county jail.
Preparations are underway for the 30th Annual Ohio Sunday School Association convention at Music Hall Cleveland June 4 to 6 1845 with about 2000 delegates expected. Notables include D L Moody B F Jacobs Anthony Comstock J I Hurlbut Miss Annie Harlow Prof H Milamil Alfred Day E Y Exogli and W Moorehead with many other speakers from state Sunday school circles. Marion Lawrence Toledo Ohio will provide information.
Millersburg Republican D R Mc Namara of Wooster visits the city networking with local figures. Mrs Lb Irchfield of Wooster drives down for a day and spends a few days with her daughters Mrs H E Palmer and Mrs Will F Gray.
Dr R McFarlan’s Capsule sold by Laubach and Boyd promises a positive cure for the constitution with every box guaranteed or money back. The advertisement urges readers to try it, claiming it has no equal for the blood and vitality.
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