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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1895
Page
2
The piece attacks pension suspensions and vows action in the coming election. It blames Hoke Smith for harmful policy and urges Wayne County Republicans to unite next November. It also notes Irene the American vessel as recently fired upon, and criticizes pensioner lists as unreliable.
April elections may influence November voting patterns. The note suggests Republicans could benefit from the shift.
The article questions if Gresham will pursue a neutral Behring Sea seal seizures deal with England or repeat a poor bargain for American interests. It notes ex congressman Outhwaite as the lone Ohio outsider in the late House, claiming he gained little from Grover. Outhwaite’s $7,000 yearly post may be the sole prize for the defeated Buckeye Bourbons including Richards.
The column notes improving business prospects beyond stock and money markets while warning of manipulation by a Cleveland syndicate to curb gold exports and push high U.S. treasury interest. It flags the Venezuela situation as the era’s most dangerous foreign complication with extended English pressure, promising careful watching of developments.
Two former cabinet members ex Secretary Noble and ex Secretary Coleman join a group of prominent St Louis citizens appointed election judges. The move aims to reduce wholesale fraud seen in past elections and encourage voters to ensure their ballots count.
The sale of government supplied seeds and other perquisites enriched some Democratic Congress members beyond their $5,000 salaries. Secretary Morton exposed the practice, revealing a broad dispenst trafficking. Names and amounts are demanded for public record.
Old soldiers hear of Pohensé aiding Columbus zoological park by proposing a building project. The plan signals a potential storm of activity as authorities weigh the new structure and its impact on the park and community.
In a fragmented report the statehouse hosts a war exhibition that stirs controversy over private gas involvement and flag displays. The piece hints at Republican support in Wayne County and urges voters to act in the upcoming November election.
The piece contrasts Indiana’s Nicholson liquor law with Illinois Chicago civil service reform backed by Republicans. It notes Mugwump doubt, exposes a real estate fraud involving two strangers using bluff to obtain mortgages, and mentions a fraud scheme with building and loan funds. It also references a subscription offer for The Weekly Republican and The New York Weekly Tribune.
Dr Worden Presbyterian missionary secretary condemns church library books as demoralizing to children and mocks readers. Resolutions from First Presbyterian Wooster mourn removal of Rev Charles Herron and his wife, praising their zeal and preaching.
The V. Y. Sun article asks who is the bright new light in the foreign department of Mr. Cleveland's administration. It identifies Walter Gresham as the possible figure and notes his recent dispatch to Minister Taylor at Madrid. The piece defends his patriotism while acknowledging public praise for the Spain dispatch.
Cleveland reports diphtheria linked to an Ashtabula epidemic after guests lodged at a small hotel. The warning notes a Wayne County township incident and a scarlet fever death thought due to a funeral exposure. The piece stresses precaution and warns about rapid disease spread.
Regional papers argue about party discipline and the role of Republican voters in Toledo. The Columbus Dispatch notes the party should correct its shortcomings, while local papers defend aligning with the public and the majority of Republican voters amid cross-pressures.
Vermont Senator Proctor once secretary of war argues against war for Cuba and favors commercial annexation via reciprocity. He cites strides in trade under McKinley and notes post repeal weakened Cuban commerce, urging study of the change and avoiding conquest or island purchase.
A fragment notes that Harter mills of Fosteria paid 1200000 extra duties on a flour cargo that arrived in Havana late. The text mentions customs, Spain increasing duties on American products, and Cuba ending reciprocity after the Democratic Congress repealed it.
Voter sentiments reflect party dynamics as campaigns press for turnout. Readers note ongoing influence of Republican messaging on local races and preliminary expectations for results this November.
The Woman's Edition of the Daily Republican prepared by the Given Corps W R C progresses steadily toward a successful Memorial Day observance in Wooster. The Ladies’ energy and persistence promise results equal to any city and invite every citizen to support the effort. The project touches every man, woman and child through the Woman's Relief Corps work for proper soldier honors and enduring value.
A study contrasts the empress dowager of China and Bismarck as power centers influencing vast populations. It notes Li Hung Chang’s peace push, the empress’s sway over 400 million and Victoria’s empire, and celebrates Bismarck’s 80th birthday with Reichstag praise. It argues for German unity and national supremacy amid foreign pressures.
The virulent Vindicator notes McKinley’s broad public confidence as a candidate, rivaling Lincoln in stature and surpassing rivals among Republicans. It states his support spans across regions and factions, with popular belief in his leadership despite debates over the McKinley bill.
Bishop Watterson spoke at Ohio Wesleyan University on Good Citizenship urging government to curb liquor. He opposes prohibition as unnecessary and harmful, favors gradual restrictions and youth education to curb the trade. The talk praised Indiana's Nicholson law as a model for bipartisan temperance progress.
A long rural column reports community updates from Marion, Marshall, Wooster, Orrville, and Ashland including moves, sales, church notes, school events, and local trials. Notables include Charley Myers in Canton, Mrs. H. K. Stevenson returning from Columbus millinery purchases, revival efforts, and a large March horse sale in Orrville with 105 horses selling.
March 25 notes report Apple Creek visitors Mrs C Kleine and Mrs Wm Villard visiting sick sister in law Mrs 8 H Villard. Dr F M Marshall plans two weeks in Chicago for medical study. R A Lucas visits Wooster and Sunday. Master Walter McDonald visits grandmother with Lucas. David Smith of Akron called home after his mother's death. A slight fire at KE F Graber's house a few days ago discovered before big blaze. A later fire at Jim Parrott's house contained by bucket brigade with little damage.
Fragmentary report notes a carload shipment of horses sent by express this morning. In town last Saturday were D Smith Lefegara and McLoplen, with reference to Republican figures.
In Pittspuro, March 27, a conference on Ohio Valley manufacturers’ proposal to pay only 8.50 per ton for puddling and cut finishing salaries by 16 percent is set for Saturday. Amalgamated association President Garland declined comment. Lodges oppose the reductions, and a refusal seems likely. If not withdrawn, a strike could idle about 10,000 workers in the Shenango and Mahoning valleys.
Berlin dispatch reports Grand Duke of Baden and Chancellor Von Hohenlohe visiting Prince Bismarck. Emperor William praised Bismarck’s long service since 1848 as he received a sword of honor. the Empress sent roses and a congratulatory letter. William also named Prince Bismarck’s physician and promoted his secretary.
A cable from Tokio states German physician and university professor was sent at the Mikado's personal request to examine Li Hang Chen. After a private examination the doctor reported that the wound in the face and the ballet were misinterpreted and that Li Hang Chen, though young, has years against him.
Mayor Jeffries health concerns prompt notes on local figures including David Carr of East Union and Alvert Suyser remaining in a Cornel race. Reports from Wooster, Creston, and Lodis cover social happenings, a burglary acquittal near Mt Hope, horse incidents, trail to Ashland hotel aid, and upcoming sales and meetings. Also included are a hotel manager obituary, a voting law ruling, church sermons, and a June 21 date for community items.
Wasmington dispatch notes Hawaiian Minister Thurston plans to leave Washington, naming Frank Hastings as charge d affaires during absence. He states no recall information from his government or Mr. Gresham, will return to Honolulu, leaves San Francisco April 4, and no further details justify his stay. Also mentions Governor Morrill’s telegram to Cleveland.
A garbled historical notice mentions regional names and dates, referencing places and persons in a partial form. It suggests events or travel details with scattered references to locations and days, but the meaning is unclear due to damaged OCR.
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