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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1892
Page
2
The column lists candidates for Wooster council and ward offices including Roland Warren and Willis B Bryson with several ward assessors named. It critiques city finances, noting councilors disputes, loans from funds, and calls for clarity from Mr Eshelman while defending the nine-member body.
The American Economist exposes false Democratic claims that U S wool prices outpace England understates. It compares London January 1890 versus February 1892 prices showing an average 19 percent drop for foreign wools and similar declines in American wools, contradicting protectionist rhetoric.
An article notes an average fall in domestic wool grades of four percent with 13 items rising since January 1890, nine months before the McKinley Tariff. Nine items fall. five unchanged. London shows a larger decline. The drop stems from global production. the McKinley act is said to have limited our losses versus free wool, reducing the impact on U.S. growers.
A reflection on national unity and the sense of American dignity as the nation faces potential threats to its rights. The passage emphasizes pride in state guidance, promulgation of documents, and the cohesion of political factions under stressed national circumstances.
The piece notes a Monday April 4 election, comments on press tone about Litre BEN, and commends President Harrison’s firmness in the Behring Sea dispute with England. It praises Brother White of The HoLtares County REPUBLICAN for leading a strong paper in Holmes, and his new post as Millersburg postmaster, with Wooster Republican support.
The Ohio Sunday School workers anticipate a large convention in Lima from June 7 to 9 with the State Executive Committee arranging details for an outstanding program and ample talent. Low rates and free entertainment are offered to delegates. For more information contact General Secretary Marion Lawrence Toledo Ohio.
The article notes free silver is losing traction in Congress as Speaker Crisp pivots away from advancing the Bland bill. Democratic rifts widen with party members signaling withdrawal from the issue, while Republicans and Democrats claim a victory that could calm financial tensions for the current session.
A Tin Cans dealer cites three groups opposing U.S. tin plate production: British exporters, Eastern importers, and free trade media. He argues their interests align against American growth, as they profit from the monopoly while factories in Indiana and Ohio would produce plates domestically and sell directly to can makers. Extract from the Indianapolis Journal, February 20.
The message calls on Republicans to be vigilant and fulfill their duty at the polls on Monday, urging active participation and careful observation of the voting process.
The Republican announces the election next Monday while promising readers a rare treat of Dr Dixon sermons. He is hailed as a popular New York divine and a pulpit orator of high esteem, deemed superior by many to Dr Talmage. The paper has spent considerable effort to secure and publish his sermons for reader benefit.
The Lancaster Boys' Industrial Home trustees face a $16,000 deficiency in current expenses, far above the $4,500 requested earlier. An investigation unfolds as new and old board members review bills, with suspicions cast on prior management and ex-steward Kurdler. The auditor's per capita cost estimate conflicts with the deficit. A legislative inquiry seems likely.
A single annual scholarship in the Ohio State University short Course in Agriculture is awarded to one student from each county in the state and covers all college dues. Applicants should contact the County Agricultural Society officer to apply. Also promoting Oak Ridge Nursery with trees vines and supplies and Buffalo Clothing House displaying children's swimsuits for sale.
Agront Hardware and Saddlery Hardware locate 1 mile south of Akron and begin brick shop construction. South Akron Land Company prepares contracts for two hundred bonuses as NY Illinois Central begins new passenger station within thirty days. Summit Sewer Pipe Company raises a large building and Western Linoleum Works nears foundation completion, signaling a booming industrial scene in South Akron.
Advertises a large semirural property three and a half cities southest of Wooster featuring 79 acres, 16 acres woodland, rest tillable, fences good, cisterns and wells, a nine room elegant house and modern buildings including a slate roof. Located on a road from Wooster within 1.5 miles. For sale by Sam Mezier, Wooster, and Geo Misser, Kent, Ohio Portage County. They promise a bargain if sold soon.
The Century announces a robust 1892 program with a new Life of Columbus by a Spanish writer and an illustrated Dakota tale Craps Flaxen by Hamlin Garland. It features Farm matters essays by government and farmers, a Great West novel by Mary Tallman Foote, and extensive short stories.
Wanted a man of energy to manage a branch office. Few dollars needed to start. Salary to start 875 per month and interest in the business. Interstate Co Kansas City, Mod.
Several commercial notices advertise sewing machines for sale or rent near City Hall and Market Street. The page also promotes quack cures including Dr Detchers Mystic Cure for rheumatism and neuralgia with refund guarantees, sold by Laubach & Boyd in Wooster.
Tickets sold at reduced round trip rates via Pennsylvania Lines for the Quadrennial Conference of the MFE Church in Omaha. Dates April 27, 24, and May 2, good for return until May 6. Pennsylvania Lines ticket agents provide details on application.
Gran jury votes to retnim audits for bribery against aldermen Michael Bowler and Harold Michaelson. Presentment approved by majority but not returned to court as jurors doubt indictments at this time. Testimony by C P Dose and E J Bannders tied to Milwaukee Avenue streetcar line extension from Armittage to St Lawrence avenues.
A sprawling roundup from Wayne County covers a infant death and funeral, a severe storm with hail and lightning, a high school entertainment, church missions meetings, and several local residents visiting, teaching, or ill. Notable names include Joseph and Sarah Van Over, Frank Wagner, Miss Sadie Good, and Dr Leroi. Interwoven are notices of past residents, weddings, and community activities across Congress and nearby townships.
A long document notes a 76 year old benefactor leaving two farms to his two children and mentions an Easter service at Bethel Church. It records various local happenings including employment, illnesses, farm activity, and community events with names of residents and neighbors scattered throughout.
Section one amended to permit certain April and special elections for townships villages and school districts to be held under previous law. Exempts elections for small populations under federal census rules and preserves notice returns and canvass procedures. Passages signed by Speaker Ayerin and Senate President Homan. Passed March 15.
Ladies invited to visit Van Mapeet for a splendid spread of carpets including moquettes velvets tapestries muslins and rugs. See durable patterns in rus. art squares and textiles for home styling at Wooster.
An advertisement notes ready made shakes and rollers sold at 25 cents with options to order teneth or color details. It lists curtain poles brass rods and related hardware for custom manufacture based on customer specification.
Fragmented OCR items show residents moving between houses and tiptoeing around social events. Names like Hartmanites, Aaron Tey, Henry Berry, Joseph Wetman, Chas Runkler appear alongside Miss Sadie Good and Miss Mary Murdock as spring term plans and visits are noted amid unclear context.
In a ser vice meeting at Val Church seven persons were levied on probation. A severe lung fever brought the death of a child named Blossom on Saturday morning. Mr Woyte appeared on the streets after illness. The Grangers sold hall furniture at public sale, to John Murphy who bought it recently. Spring term began with Prof. Berg and Mr H S Landis teaching. several country students attend. Mrs Vernon Bale visited Orrville relatives. Mr Johnson returned from California and plans to move near New Lisbon. A daughter was born to Kev and Mrs Barnett on Sabbath morning March 20. Congratulations extended.
Geo Shaum of Chester Township was buried last Friday in the Menonite cemetery near township hall. He was a well respected citizen who settled here in his lifetime. He was notable for his frugality and community life.
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