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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1894
Page
1
Defense attorney argues conspiracy began long before trial while Gen Wiley for the State cites motive, Brow n complicity, and insurance links. Witnesses recount threats and statements about Mackey, Snell, and Wiggins as the case returns after a lengthy session and adjourns for Monday.
The trial's noon recess ends with Ben Wiley summarizing the state's theory of a preexisting conspiracy to fund a life policy, then Mark Smyser begins the defense plea arguing reasonable doubt and challenging the conspiracy narrative. Wiley ends after five hours, Smyser to resume Monday morning.
The piece discusses a Washington proclamation against Coxey's invaders after Cleveland's consultation. It notes farmers' trial efforts not to join idle industrial armies, the mining strikes, and fears of free trade hurting Northern industries. It covers Republican positions on silver and tariff, labor shortages, and economic woes amid political tensions.
This fragment markets a weekly Republican newspaper in Wayne County. It promises superior value, claiming more county news for less, and offers a bundled deal with the New York Tribune and weekly Republican titles at a discounted price. The ad highlights advance payment options and perceived savings.
Three tracts were advertised for sheriff's sale on Saturday. Two remained unsold. The sold tract involved Jacop Frock and Ioisa M Maize, containing 1 acre in Wooster town, appraised at 34 dollars, sold to Edward Irahm for 34 dollars.
A fair sized Opera audience Friday night enjoyed the Jupiter singers who delivered old time fervor and raraestness. EVad excelled their last appearance in AYooster and the group responded to several encores. On audience request they sang John Brown and Steal Away With Jesus, two songs that made the organization famous. F J Loudin the manager and son basso spoke briefly between parts, show polished, entertaining, and instructive.
A west bound freight train of 41 cars wrecked Thursday night near Bucyrus just east of the T and C crossing. The rear section piled into stationary cars, five cars splintered and debris buried men. Two tramps in an empty box car survived with injuries, one severely.
Carloads of whisky arrive as saloons reopen at five cents a glass under the old regime. Prohibitionists threaten arrests to test legality but no warrants issued yet. Supreme court expected to hear fast to decide if a case can be brought. Shreve and Joe Marshal with Mrs Nella Spiker attended A A Hunter’s funeral. Seville reports visits by Geo Hay and daughter and Miss Clara Stoff. Wissler family from Sterling visits Friandsville. Wooster restless over the Mackey case.
An Ohio father writes of his wife receiving a sample bottle of Dr Hand's Cofie Cure. The child improved quickly and he bought more remedies including Dr Ed's Pleasant Physic. The note expresses gratitude for relief provided to the baby and family.
A brief, unreadable fragment lists letters around ERUBLIOAH and mn, suggesting a partial name or tag. No clear person, place, organization, or event details are discernible to form a full newspaper item.
Members of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and the Daughters of Rebekah held a large anniversary observance at the city Armory in Wooster. Speakers reviewed the order's history, relief efforts, and fraternal bonds, with music from a Mandolin Club and fellowship among attendees.
Mr John V. Smith of Buckeye Street lauds Dr Wheeler's Nerve Tit alizer for curing illness and improving health. He claims the device has helped him greatly and mentions other local observations despite garbled text in the report.
On a Wednesday evening the Singers Club enjoyed an entertain ing event at the Kingsleys extensive Heal Avenue conservatories. Guests admired rare blooms, tasted light refreshments, and prizes were awarded for the largest soap bubble and best smoker. The scene featured floral beauty, decorative candles, and gracious hospitality reflected in guests’ warm regard.
A series of probate filings shows executors and administrators appointed for Nancy Laarwill and Elizabeth McClure Hartman, with inventories, appraisals, and slated public sales. Guardian and trustee designations, bond approvals, and court orders cover estates of Hoss Mowery, Isaac Buorigan, Frederik Khaallman, and Mary Maize, among others.
A village column records visits and wellness in the region. Mrs J E Haskell hosted relatives in Wooster as the toddling son of Prof C R Hodd recovers from illness. Miss Lucy Austin of Jeromville traveled to Shreve to visit kin, while Dr Cunningham of Wooster was in the city on business. Edith McGill returned from Navarre to Dalton after weeks away.
Marshal Ellsperman nabbed a traveler calling himself John M Martin after he arrived at the Conrad Hotel in Massillon claiming robbery and funds unsettled. The man borrowed coats, dined on credit, and fled Canton by rail with blank contracts and bonds linking him to a national agency.
A man about 40 in a dark suit and derby hat posed as a Butterick Co traveling agent sent from New York to obtain subscriptions from Wooster dressmakers. He collected sums from Miss Ioma Lerner, Miss Mary Flatts, and Miss Cora Swartz, ranging from 1 to 2.60 dollars. Local agent Mr Annatt alerted authorities. Marshal Kilsperman searched but could not locate the impostor who likely departed by the noon train. Butterick Co warns against traveling canvassers.
Mrs James Malling has long visited the county infirmary with cake and candy for inmates. Thursday her group, including W. W. Criley, brought treats and were received warmly. Officials praised the clean, orderly condition and the value of such visits to public and charitable institutions.
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