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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1892
Page
2
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A detailed Ohio Republican platform champions Benjamin Harrison and Governor William McKinley Jr. It endorses the McKinley tariff, warns against a Democratic repeal of protection, opposes free silver, supports pensions for veterans, and calls for free balloting with federal safeguards. It also criticizes recent Democratic moves on wool duties and immigration, and praises B Eshelmans amid political contention.
As conventions approach the two major parties appear poised to renominate James A. Harrison on the Republican ticket and Grover Cleveland for the Democrats. Harrison gains broad support across regions due to his administration’s perceived success, while Cleveland is expected to secure the Democratic nomination amid party unrest.
The Daily Republican announced the April 26 wedding in Washington DC of Hon. Ed Eshelman and Miss Kate McSweeney eldest daughter of Hon. John McSweeney. The unexpected union surprised even close friends and relatives though confirmatory word soon arrived. The couple now reside in the bride’s hometown where she enjoyed years of happiness and he earned wide respect.
A vivid portrait extols William E Gladstone as the greatest and most interesting man on earth. The May issue’s leading feature on Gladstone in the Review promises a fresh, youthful, and vigorous treatment as he readies for the upcoming election campaign.
The piece states that Democrats oppose government bounties and refuse to push bills to end the sugar bounty, fearing sharp protests from Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. It frames the issue as political cowardice amid a hostile regional backlash against reform.
Jackson’s arterial compound advertised as a blood purifier to prevent constipation and headaches. An endorsement from Mrs J A Braun of Columbus cites relief after trying many remedies, with a note of commissions and guarantees and a three months’ treatment price of one dollar.
The State at large representation at the Republican National Convention centers on Governor McKinley Ex Gov oi Foraker Senator John Sherman and Secretary Charles Foster. Holmes County stands as a political focal point in a district where Democrats seek congressional seats and hope to claim a stake in national politics amid historic county-driven battles over representation.
The Republican State Convention closed last week after a harmonious session. Leaders represented the party’s best interests with honest, steady Republicans chosen from diverse walks of life. Nominations for state officers and delegates to the National Convention reflect unity and strength, with broad support for the ticket described as one all Republicans can be proud to back.
The May Cosmopolitan assigns Mr Howell as editor with aims to make the magazine a world leading example. Contents include works by Lowell James Stockton Garland Roosevelt Halstead Hale and images by Crane Chase Remington and others. The issue also celebrates Odd Fellows Day with a Baltimore event and a new home for displaced members.
The Ohio Board of Agriculture notes across northern counties crops are slowed by cold winds and little rain. Oats are mostly sown with good plowing and early potato planting. apples and fruit show promising blooms. Surplus moisture and warm showers are needed to sustain growth. southern counties report fair wheat and fruit prospects with warm, showery weather needed statewide.
News from Congress reports John R. Berry and wife rejoicing at a new arrival last Saturday. Peter Ruff is seriously ill from liver and stomach disease. Miss Cora Clingan returns from Cleveland to live with grandmother Mrs Eliza Ewing. Isaac Barneth of Wooster visits Congress friends. Dr Warner’s lecture at M E Church drew generous attendance. Miss Olie Carlin dies at 23 years 7 months 19 days buried in Congress cemetery. The funeral held by Rev Wallace. Isaac Oswald and family visit Congress. Mrs Frank Startzel suffers a severe diphtheria attack. Mrs H K Bargan ill from multiple illnesses.
Friends of Sam Lookabaugh hosted a complete surprise on April 23 to mark his 44th birthday. Dr. N B Dawson and E F Wright attended the Grand Council of the Royal Arcanums in Mt Vernon last week. Addison Slemmons suffers a week long bout of bilious illness while Rebecca Slemmons contracted grip and pneumonia. A cart accident near Creston left David Smith and his son with a broken rib. D C Steiner and Frank Goffinett reported a burglary in their shared room with $30 in shoes and dry goods stolen after a rear glass was broken.
The Wayne community plans summer sabbath preaching at Wayne and a Missionary Society meeting at the church on Thursday May 12 at 410 am. Dr Warner's lecture is set for Saturday evening May 7. Local residents visit and teach at Wayne school, with several neighbors hosting guests and noting cherry and peach trees in bloom.
Fragmentary text mentions Mr and Mrs of Lucas and Mrs Charles Bugher in Wooster with ill health. References a boy to be named after a presidential election and speculation about political affiliations. Unclear context and incomplete details.
A rural column recalls Perry stauffer's trek to Mt baton for work at a harness shop and mentions farmers and tradesmen including Mr Keppel purchasing Wert stock. Edith Snyder visits Milersque, Akron guests, a Methodist district conference draws many locals, and a doctor touts Tocan Walls Catarrh Cure with a college of testimonials and a $100 reward offer.
At the home of her daughter Mrs M Bechtel a few miles east of Reedsburg on April 26th 1392 Jula Ann Lawrence widow of George Lawrence deceased aged 72 years. The poem notes her weary journey ending and farewell verses express family sorrow and parting from loved ones.
A special excursion to Cleveland via Pennsylvania Lines is announced for May 1 under Canton Wright Patriarchs Militant. The schedule shows departures from Lakeville Big Prairie Shreve Wooster Smithville and arrival in Cleveland at 10 30 p m with return leaving Cleveland at 6 30 p m May 1 and returning by regular trains by May 18. A young Jefferson West Virginia woman reports improved strength after using Ayers Sarsaparilla.
An advertisement for The Standard offering the best sewing machines, sales of second hand units, rentals, repairs at reasonable rates, and supplies. Located near City Hall with Bett J Slanker named in the notice.
A dense mix of remedies and products listed for cold relief and general health. Elder Flower remedy, liniments for horses, wallpaper, nursery stock, and a treatise offer, with various vendors including Laubach A Boyd and Rice’s on the Square. Also promotes Dr Haines Golden Specific and Mystic Cure for rheumatism. Vendors include Wooster and Cincinnati areas.
The Memorial monument and Fountain presented by Mr. Jacob Frick and wife will be unveiled in Wooster on Thursday May 7 with imposing ceremonies. G R Posts and civic and military groups will attend along with Governor McKinley and other state officials. Excursion tickets at reduced round trip rates will be sold to Webster from Pittsburgh, Fort Wayne and Chicago division stations between Alliance and Mansfield on May 6 and valid for return through May 6.
The Bible Still Ahead notes a Bible issue total surpassing 52 million copies by the American Bible Society over seventy three years. Zola’s La Bete Humaine sells 45,000 copies on the issue day, with total Zola signature works at 1,081,000. The feature cites Looking Backward reaching 333 thousand copies in print.
A note from a Texas Lift item records a boastful suitor, Yerger’s daughter mentioned as too young, with a vow that when she comes of age she will be the first in his affections. The fragment implies a marriage proposal amid guarded response.
The third day of the Scotch-Irish congress drew a large audience as Rev. Dr. J Bryson of Huntsville spoke on Scotch Irish inventors. He profiled Robert Fulton Cyrus McCormick and Samuel F B Morse as typical Scotch Irishmen. Messages from Lord Dufferin Wolseley and Colonel Wilson were read. Des Moines Springfield and Jackson ville invited next year’s meeting.
Youngstown Ohio May 2 Miss Annie Cartwright a handsome young evangelist from Youngstown has conducted a mammoth revival at Clay City Indiana and stirred Hoosier sinners to a degree that Levi Damer has become demented through religious excitement.
Excursion tickets to Piqua for the State Encampment of the Ohio G A A R will be sold May 10 and 11 from major Ohio Pennsylvania Lines stations at one cent per mile traveled. Tickets good for return until May 14 with full details from ticket agents.
The notice lists excursion ticket fares from major Pennsylvania stations to cities like Minneapolis Cedar Rapids Helena Detroit and Washington for various events including the Republican National Convention German Baptist Conference and the American Medical Association meeting. Tickets offer round trips with return dates ranging from late May to mid September and a rate of one cent per mile.
The World's Columbian Exposition will see prominent church members avoid worldly pleasures with arrangements for a massive lakefront hotel to house thousands. A portrait of Columbus by King Ferdinand era is to arrive at the fair, and Christiana Norway forms a seaworthy replica of the Wilking boat. A large dormitory for middle class visitors is planned as part of expo housing.
Washington May 2 Congress may hold lively discussion this week sparked by the New Orleans Italian incident and its effect on U S relations with Italy. Senate Foreign Relations Committee plans a hearing to address treaty issues and federal punishments for cross state crimes while broader appropriations and naval spending are debated ahead of the fiscal year.
A fragment reports a condemned man in Sherman Texas facing delayed execution due to weather. Authorities postponed the hanging, with a tense note that the weather would influence the method or timing, reflecting unclear or disputed plans amid the case.
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