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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1896
Page
4
Copy for advertisements must be in by 12 00 noon to insure insertion the same day. Notices for entertainments festivals sales and similar events will be printed in the Daily and Weekly Refusblican when bills programmes and tickets are ready at this office otherwise notices are charged at regular rates.
The notice states that TiLEE Examiner, Conveyancer, and Abstracter has moved to the room of W C Myers & Co above Zimmerran's Drug Store. It promises promptness and thoroughness in services with reasonable prices.
A lighthearted digest lists quirky incidents from town including a visit by a dredge, a Cork Ireland bark detail, two runaway incidents with minimal damage, a flirtatious bookstore moment, and ongoing county business. It tracks civil and criminal updates, school and court clock standardization, and local civic notices with brief mentions of artisans, repairs, and community events.
A collage of sales pitches and shop notices from Wooster announces a Monday May 4 sale of corsets at half price, a reminder to buy rail tickets, Beebe's cheap Dresden ribbons, watch financing at W A Brapsoaw jeweler, and economical coffee claims. Also mentions Dankard's Home Visit excursion to La Grange, with an $8.20 round trip from Wooster via Pennsylvania Lines.
Wooster residents and visitors fill the pages with names from Cleveland Akron and Pittsburg in a rapid chain of calls visits and health news. Local figures like John McAnaney and Mrs J J Bechtel appear alongside traveling agents and election talk as Holmes county hosts a flurry of guests and concerns.
The Wooster city council met with six members present. A North Street sewer petition, gutter and pavement enforcement on Beall Avenue, and repairs on various streets were discussed. Contracts for hall management were debated, and appointments to the Board of Health and Board of Examiners were confirmed. Referred complaints about Bowman Street paving were sent to the city solicitor and engineer.
Henry Dillman of Ross County Ohio writes he suffered years with kidney trouble causing pain and weakness. After consulting Dr Kutchin years ago he regained health and would not return to previous care. Dr Kutchin’s next Wooster visit is May 18 at Hotel Youer with free consultation.
Robert Lowe a Wellington horseman in Medina county died suddenly of heart disease last Friday. Funeral was Sunday. He once lived in Wooster and raised horses in Wayne county for years.
In Monday’s proceedings Judge Dowell grants a new trial for Hall vs Wright et al. The Osborne Co vs Warner et al. case yields verdict in favor of the Harvester Co for 350 dollars and 106 cents. Christian Mellinger vs Decoursey Wagner et al contends against the will of Anta Krietzer with questions of incapacity and undue influence. About 400 dollars involved.
In Wooster a local man, Metz, was injured last Saturday while traveling toward Akron. He slipped while boarding a carriage on North Market Street, felt a sharp pain in his right side, and, after seeking care, was diagnosed by Dr. McMillen with a broken rib. He was moved to a hospital and continued toward Akron despite his condition. The report notes his age as about 27 and mentions his business duties and ongoing care in the days following the incident.
Samuel Bissell 28 a traveling salesman for HK Claflin Dry Goods Company Newark fell from a third story window at the Planters Hotel in Lotts Missouri. He survived briefly then died after injuries including a skull fracture. He had arrived April 24, disappeared, and was later identified. Telegrams confirmed his death at St Louis and delivery of his embalmed remains. His death is reported with details of the search and arrival. The incident is tied to a May 3 report in the Chicago Inter-Vean.
Preparation underway for Wayne county countywide C E convention to be held Thursday and Friday May 22 in Wooster. Leaders promise strong program with top talent and broad county participation. Also notes upcoming Clinton township Sunday school convention at Shreve ME church on May 15 with topics led by local workers and visiting speakers. Canaan township Sunday schools plan convention at Canaan ME church on May 11 with devotional, lessons, recitations, and music. Congress township Sunday school convention set for May 15 and 16 with Friday and Saturday sessions in Wooster area churches featuring sermons, Bible study, and teacher training segments.
In Wooster, Saturday saw the Seniors vs Preps baseball game halted by rain at the end of the first half of the sixth inning. Seniors led 16 to 12 as McGovern, Reed, Chancellor and Myera starred, with big attendance applauding every play as the contest decided the class pennant. Freshmen and Juniors also noted, while nearby events included mission updates and campus appointments.
The Campfire by Winkler Post G. A. R. at Town Hall drew a large crowd in Wooster County. Veterans and townspeople celebrated patriotism with speeches by Dr. H J Sullivan Rev H A Martindale Geo Woner and others. A school drill, solos, duets and music followed, praising the flag and Civil War valor.
Special Dispatch from Norry Lawrence O May 2 The Minglewood team defeated Canton by a shutout as rain left the field wet and muddy Anderson pitched superbly fanning 12 Canton batters in a game filled with heavy hitting and early season excitement.
Holmes county won the $100-a-side cock fight against Wayne county near Hard's Station last night. About 200 locals attended as five of seven flights were decided by Holmes birds, with the Wooster fowls claiming the two hottest bouts. Weights ranged around five to six pounds as bets and excitement ran high into the early hours.
Millersburg edged Wooster in a three by three wrestling contest. A hack tight exchange saw Wooster claim a 5.13 knob comb while Millersburg took a lap at 5.09. The Japanese opponent won quickly afterward.
The Monday Millersburg report shows S H Bailey winning the unofficial Congress nomination by 10 votes over L K Critchfield for common pleas judge and L Maxwell probate judge HK W Taneyhill auditor J B Leeper prosecuting attorney W F Carver surveyor C A Cole commissioner David Helmuth infirmary director David Filess. The feud between Sentinel and Farmer factions ran fierce, with Leeper's lead central to the battle. Sunday word had L R Critchfield winning by 27 in the county race as tensions rose for today’s county convention.
An old newspaper item touts the Pyramid Pile Cure as the permanent solution for all forms of piles. It asserts instant relief from itching and a short course to remove tumors and itching causes, noting the remedy contains no cocaine, opium, or poisonous drugs and sells for 25 cents per package.
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