Groundhog off day and other 1901 notes from Wooster
The Wooster Wooster Post notes diverse items from March 13 1901. Webster Davis remains indoors amid political rumors while references to Carnegie and Aguinaldo hint at ongoing global issues. Observations touch on weather in Chicago wind storms and public discourse on bribery investigations.
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District Court of the United States
Ohio
Christian BR. Snavely
Christian R. Snavely
Dalton
Wayne
Nxforesaid
Farmers’ Bank
William F Kean
Wooster
THR trouble with the uban government in danger
The note claims imminent danger to an urban government and warns it could be picked before its ripe, reflecting concern over premature intervention or upheaval in administrative affairs.
Our Chief Drawback to the Happiness of the Duke of Manchester
A brief note, suggesting the Duke of Manchester faces a hindrance to happiness described as not being Mormon. The fragment hints at conflicting identity or belief as a social obstacle in his prospects.
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Duke of Manchester
Gunner Morgan's Hair Part Highlighted by Sampson
Sampson identifies Gunner Morgan's chief weakness as his hair not parting in the middle, noting this detail as a focal point in his assessment.
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Sampson
Gunner Morgan
Wires President and Teddy Roosevelt Clash in Debate
A reader notes the belief that the Wires Presidency will bury Roosevelt underestimates Teddy Roosevelt's influence and stature. The remark emphasizes Roosevelt's enduring prominence and power in American politics.
ToLepo JAXES Sits Out As Spring Candidate List Shrinks
Word leaked that ToLepo JAXES is not included in the spring candidate roster for the first time in fifteen years, prompting questions about his condition and the party’s strategic shift.
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ToLepo Jaxes
Unclear claims swirl over McKinley third term, spy tale
A vague report cites a man who started a spy rumor about McKinley seeking a third term and allegedly drank a substance causing visions. A ridiculous claim about a Chicago horse walking four miles after death seems based on the assumption that all men are fish, reflecting sensational speculation.
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McKinley
Chicago
Surprising Roosevelts Sighted On Washington Streets
The public in Washington is startled by Vier Hoosevelt seen walking about without a guard, armed only with a bowie knife. Speculation grows about Tom Johnson possibly becoming mayor of Cleveland, yet concerns rise over his ability to fill J Foraker's large shoes if he runs.
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Washington
Vier Hoosevelt
Tom Johnson
Creveland
J i. Foraker
Richard Croker and Others Stir Up Political Talk
Richard Croker says he will stay in Feopland for months until he wants something. A Xenia boy who tried to wreck a train is said to be imagining himself Deadwood Dick. Harley Ex Speaker Reed attracts less attention despite earning more money. Observers doubt Bryan will endorse Bryan’s position. debate on Botha’s armistice and McKinley’s inauguration continues.
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Richard Croker
Feopland
Xenia
Deadwood Dick
Sawdust
Harley
Reed
Iiryan
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Cures Eruptions and Sores
Volcanic eruptions are grand but skin eruptions rob joy. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cures them and a variety of sores, ulcers, boils, corns, warts, cuts, burns, and chilblains. Best-Pile cure on earth drives out pains and aches. Only 25 cents per box, cure guaranteed, sold by Laubach & Dyas Dr geist.
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Bucklen
Laubach & D
Yas
Geist
Breach of promise suit links duke to new scandal
The text hints at a breach of promise case against a duke and notes a glamorous actress probing advertising stunts with monumental checks. It mentions PinePpoNT Morgan and implied trouble consolidating assets, while suggesting crowds keep the duke busy as rumors swirl about his demand among the fair sex after a large inheritance.
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Duke of Manchester
Papa Zimmermans
Looming Anthracite Strike Fears After April First
A note suggests a new anthracite coal strike may begin soon after April 1, urging arbitration to avert a potentially widespread disaster. Both sides are urged to submit their differences to mediation to avoid far reaching, lamentable results.
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Lects
New Senator Proposes Debate Time Limit in Senate
A first time senator introduces a resolution to cap speaking time in debates. The critic brands the move as disrespectful to Senate traditions and precedents, arguing that senators exist to talk and that efforts to curb speech should be defeated.
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United States Senate
Senate
United States
Indiana marriage commission law questioned by satire
A early article mocks Indiana's new law creating a marriage commission to question candidates for matrimony and judge their physical mental and moral fitness. The writer suggests such statutes rarely work and quotes Jove’s laughter at restrictive rules, doubting the law's effectiveness.
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State of
Indiana
Waldorf Astor Book Ban Sparks Commerce Clash
The Waldorf Astor brand published a book with a pledge from the publisher ensuring it would not be reissued in the United States. The move hints at potential publicity aims or punitive motives for past criticisms. Walter appears driven to puff up and ignore earlier exile from British guard safety, recalling ancestors who hunted wildcats for a living.
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Waldorf Astor
United States
Astor
Walte
United States Faces Canal Crisis and British Opposition
The text criticizes Britain for rejecting the Pan American treaty on the Nicaragua canal, regrets the potential failure to proceed, and argues that America must build a canal and fortify it unilaterally. It warns that negotiations are unlikely and notes possible effects on transcontinental railroads and Devon commerce. The piece suggests Maryland and other nations should watch developments and avoid shifting costs abroad.
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Togtland
Nigaragua
Britt
Evessars
Mayland
Shen
Rogland
Meadville College President Praises Wooster Library Visit
Rev Wo H Crawford president of Meadville College visited Wooster Saturday to inspect the Frick Library and study its fine structure. He said he was well pleased and noted plans for a library building at Meadville to mirror Wooster’s facility.
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Wo. H. Crawford
Meadville
Pa.) College
Wooster
Frick
No Right to Ugliness Woman's Health Kept Bright by Bitters
A health advice note claims beauty comes from vigor and urges women to prevent illness. It promotes Electric Bitters as a cure for constipation, kidney trouble, and blood purification, promising stronger nerves, bright eyes, and a clear complexion. Sold for 60 cents at Laubach & Boyd's drug-store.
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Laubach & Boyd's
Woman murdered in Bladensburg home over stolen money
Sarah Jane Hess, a widow living in Bladensburg, was found dead in her house with her head crushed by a stove poker after a struggle. Authorities report she drew a pension and was believed to have a large sum of money at home. No suspects or clues to the robbers have been found.
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Mr Vernon
Mareh II
Sarah Jane Hess
Bladensburg
General Harrison in Critical Condition in Indianapolis
Indianapolis reports on March 12 that General Harrison's condition has changed for the worse, with doctors fearing he may not survive many hours. Dr Jameson stated his strength and pulse remain strong and lung inflammation has not spread, with no immediate danger predicted unless the condition worsens.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Yoder outlines grand gateway entrance to exposition
Near Main Entrance Buffalo writer NEAR MAIN ENTRANCE Will Yoder describes the planned parade entrance to the Pan-Pacific Exposition. Elmhurst Hotel sits 300 feet from Lincoln Parkway. Gateways feature austere architecture with guardhouses and eagles. Yoder and his mother will rent a nearby house for 35 lodgers.
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Will Yoder
Thn Kr Publican
Buffalo
Elmhurst Hotel
Lincoln Parkway
Yoder
Elmhurst
Mother
Ohio building and loan associations report gains and growth
The Ohio inspector's year end report shows 763 associations with assets of about 100.0 million, a three million rise to a record. Cleveland leads in assets, followed by Cincinnati Columbus and Toledo. Total members reach around 203 017 with 54 976 depositors, indicating broad citizen stake in these companies. Dayton stands out with high per capita deposits. The sector reports stronger assets and surpluses, improving borrower terms and clearer mortgage provisions.
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BR. S Mauch
State Inspector of Building and Loan Associations
Nash
Ohio
Cleveland
Cincinnati
Columbus
Toledo
Dayton
Building Association
Self-Denial Week Brings Salvation Army Appeals
From March 17 to 24 the Salvation Army launches Self-Denial Week featuring Prairie Homes for City Poor and Home and Orenco Missions. The army reports 9243,000 spent on its institutions, 2210,000 saved by inmate work and payments, and notes successful expansion into Japan and India as it aims to raise funds in Wooster.
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Salvation
Prairie Homes
Home
Orenco
Salvation Army
Japan
India
Wooster
Water Committee Probes Alleged Shortage at City Offices
Members of the Water Committee and Board of Water Trustees met this afternoon to investigate alleged shortage linked to a former water department officer. Officials defer statements pending facts and figures amid circulating reports.
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Water Committee
City Council
Board of Water Trustees
Water Department
Death of Mrs Mary Newell at 93 in Bucyrus era
Mrs Mary Newell relict of David Newell died at 1 a m Monday at her son Rev D A Newell’s home. She was born in Wasninger county Pennsylvania aged 93 years 6 months 27 days. Cause of death old age. Survived by one son Rev Newell. Funeral services held at 147 East Bowman street at 9 45 a m Tuesday. Remains left for Bucyrus at 10 55 for interment.
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Mary Newell
David Newell
D. A. Newell
Newell
Wasninger County
Rev
East
Bowman Street
Bucyrus
Miss Louise Dausman Returns From Alliance Visit
Miss Louise Dausman is at home after visiting Alliance. The short trip included time with local friends and family, marking a quiet town news moment with a familiar face.
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Miss
Louise Dausman
Alliance
New Life Pills Ad Warns Against Dangerous Mine? Dynamite Body
An old advertisement touts New Life Pills as safer than drastic mineral cures like calomel croton and aloe. It claims they cure headaches and constipation gently, and promotes purchase at Laubach and Boyd's drug store for 25 cents.
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Laubach & Boyd's
Wooster News Highlights Local Visits and Politics
Wooster residents from Cres ton Canal Fulton and Orrville visited the city, with social calls at homes on West Larwill and East Liberty streets. Local affairs include Galion mayoral nomination for Rev George Mather, recovery news for Dr Geo W Ryall, and preparations for a Columbus to Buffalo auto motor test by J St St. St. St.
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Elizabeth Hawk
Homer
Samuel Garver
East Liberty Street
Geo. W Ryall
New York
Ventures
Spring Street
Wilson Barry Wnd
Cea Starn
Orrville
Iran
Hunter
Wooster Mondat
George Mather
Methodist Church of
Wooster
Brean
Republicans
Galion
J. R. Homer
Re. Mather
Mather
Brother Mather
Life Saved by Dr King's New Discovery
Bannibal Missouri resident J E Lilly recalls a near fatal pneumonia scare. He credits quick relief to Dr King's New Discovery after arduous days of worsening symptoms and shares his renewed health and strength following treatment. The account promotes the medicine's effectiveness and relief from lung trouble.
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J. E. Lilly
Bannibal
Dr. King
Minister Conger Embarked For Home
PEKING on March 17 Minister Conger and his family left for home this morning confirming their departure after the legation mission ends.
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Conger
Peking
Archer Starch Factory Fire At Kankee Ts Marsh
The Archer Starch factory at Kankee burned this morning from spontaneous combustion causing an estimated loss of 325000 dollars.
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Kankee
Ts. Marsh
Archer Starch
Taylor Blessing & Co. Files Big Assignment in St Louis
St Louis bank records show Taylor Blessing and Co. as breakers for seven es signed this morning. The liabilities total about $50,000 more than assets, signaling a major financial setback for the firm.
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St. Louis
Taylor Blessing & Co
Deserved Promotion For Wooster Officer Captain Merrillatt
Wooster resident Lieut Al fred Merrillatt has been promoted to captain in the 3d U 38 Cavalry. The news brings satisfaction to Wooster and Wayne county friends who follow local military careers.
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Wooster
Wayne County
Lieut
Alfred Merrillatt
U 38 Cavalry
Geigey vs Wean Horr Warner Case Heard by Mason Court
Court of Common Pleas Judge S B Mason presides. Jury to hear case Monday in action by A A Geigey against Wean Horr Warner & Co to recover 3500 for drilling wells at Garden Jale Critchfield & Critchield for defendants M L Smyser for plaintiff.
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S B Mason
A A Geigey
Market News Across Grains Cattle Hogs and Sheep Prices
March 11 market bars show wide ranges for cattle hogs and sheep across regions. No. 2 red wheat at 78 cents to 80 cents, corn 40 to 44 cents, oats 23 to 28 cents. Prices for steers heifers bulls and lambs vary by grade with Kansas Cincinnati and New York listings. Buffalo exporters and western markets reported mixed lots and freight figures.
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Cuicago
Texas Fed
Texas
Lana Tee
Ebelle Wethers
Choiee
Seo
Pire
RAO Scottsburg
Belfera
Buffalo
New York
Toledo
Baltimore
Corrected by Opal GHeap and Co Groceries and Provisions
Corrected by Opal GHeap Co dealers in groceries and provisions. Choic Butter par pound listed with various weights and prices. Wool and barley offers noted by W D Truma dealer in wool barley Leeds. Wheat per bushel prices and other commodities appear in clipped ad form with broken text and stray markings.
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Opal Gheap & Co
W. D. Truma
Leeds
Fleur le Mour
Cisco Edaarsa
The Order of the Buffaloes Smears Into Public Life
A spoof fraternal order called The Buffaloes circulates as a joke that blooms into a social craze. It details odd rituals, dues of 11 cents, and humorous initiations cited as having reached right up to Vice President Roosevelt and other officials.
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Roosevelt
U S
Buffaloes
Order of Buffaloes
Order of the Buffaloes
Omar
Imar
Emar
Senate
Teddy
Chicago
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