Wooster University Elects New Mathematics Chair
The Board of Trustees elect H. Wilson to assume the Mathematics chair at Wooster University starting fall term. Dr. Kirkwood will retain Astronomy. Wilson, previously at General College Beaver Falls Pa, is praised for his service to the university and alumni. The move follows concerns over Kirkwood’s health and a plan to endow astronomy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Wilson
Wooster Universiny
Kirkwood
Wilson
General College
Beaver Lalla
Ceers
Sail Tailor
Washington
Haledittory
Mary Lehman
Modgretiel
Salutatory
Edward Belles
Shickshinny
Hattie Lloyd
Rock Fund
Back Pain Linked to Kidney Trouble Advice
This fragment warns back pain signals possible kidney disease and urges medical attention if urine appears cloudy or discolored. It references doctors and remedies, noting that untreated kidney issues can be serious and suggesting immediate action for concerning urine changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kennedy
David
Piotiuuy
Mephisto and wrath shadow a star actor’s fate
A fragment hints at John R facing a furious sister and a hostile reception for a star actor in a first class poll funeral. It suggests Dewey may lack Me backing and be forced to settle for banquets and fetes despite prior fame.
Died for sister Ella Baker died of smallpox in Fallston
Miss Ella Baker of Wooster sacrificed her life to care for a sister. she died in Fallston, Pa, after contracting smallpox. The Baker family, including brother George and sister Kit in Beaver, Pa, faced multiple deaths and illness as the disease spread. a funeral was planned with quiet arrangements and hospital hopes given then dashed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Baker
East North Street
Frank Baker
Zanesville
D. A. McDonald
Ella Baker
Wooster
Fallston
Kit Baker
Beaver
Miss Baker
Miss Ella
Baker
Ovclak
Ella
Wooster QO
Wardloth
Kate
Ela
George
Catt Tits
Hacer
Mars Lane
Mr Donahi
Bert
Moorgtey
Abd
Hee Berth
Allio
Wayne County Warrants and Warranty Deeds Across Townships
A reconstructed list records numerous warrants and warranty deeds in Wayne County townships. Entries include transfers of 50 to 79 acres in Baighman Green and Chest er townships and other parcels from multiple sellers to named buyers, plus administrator and executor deeds and a quitclaim with varied amounts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Mc Har Sey
Tot
S Rody
Sunaurereek
Clara Ke Discus
Bok FT Pipe
Diaster
Jacob Stall and
Wif
John W Shafer
Baighman Township
Cyrus Ronkle
David Byler
Leah M Byler
Greene Township
Fugenia Bosdelatour
Parot Township
Fugenia Bove- Clatear
William T Emhoff
Paint Township
N. J. Rover
Mary Arnold
George Chapman
Orrville
Rts
Peter Troxel
Jacob Troxel
Aint Township
David M_ Gill
Cora Spiller
Plain Township
Adam Crumlick
John Cornelius
W.F Wright
John F. Hartel
Rittman
Francis Reiser
Benedict Maibach
Milton Township
Alice Cherry Et Jat
Charlotte McCormick
Fredericksburg
Rebecca Grady i
Harry (. Mackey
Alice Mackey
Baughman Township
Thomas D. Weir
Harry EB. Funk
Chester Township
G. W. Garvernd
Sarah Crater
Congress Township
Shifferlynd
George Zerg
Eehudde Township
Les Marhey
Joseph Ithey
Maticult
Charles Malcult
Saltcreek
J.Q. Mowery
H. U. Mowery
Hest Township
A.F. Mowery
Mowery
Columbus chosen for June Democratic state convention
Columbus was selected as the site for the Democratic State Convention to be held Tuesday and Wednesday June 12 and 13. Huntington of Columbus was named temporary chairman and Louis Reemelin of Cincinnati as temporary secretary. John McCarty of Defiance named sergeant-at-arms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reronaicay
Columbus
Plac
Wic Huntington
Shireenatt
Louis Reemelin
Cecinnati
John McCarty
Ey Bergeant
Plenty of peaches and a good fruit year ahead
Orchard notes in Wayne County contrast forecasts of a small peach crop with warm spring weather. Buds are swelling on peach trees, suggesting a sizable plum and apple yield while peach output may be smaller than previous years.
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Wayne County
System order affects baggie handling after May first
A recent directive outlines baggie handling rules after May 1, detailing deposit procedures for excess baggies and wage checks. It mentions fees charged to owners and responsibilities of a bottling or waste company in enforcing the policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baer
Pete
Death of FiveYearOld and Nurse Stella Downing
A five year old boy of Charles Woner dies from scarlet fever and diphtheria in Ashland. Stella Downing of Wooster, who had come to help, falls gravely ill and dies days later. The Republication notes the family tragedy and memorials, with details about the mournful events and community response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Woner
Wells- Fargoxpress
Ashland
Stella Downing
Mear Wooster
Mrs. Woner
Miss Downing
THE
Republican
Nats
Wmv
Weaterssale
Unclear health claims advertised for patent remedy
An advertisement discusses a tonic claiming to cure constipation dyspepsia and stomach issues while preventing malaria fever. It mentions a "Private bill stamp" on the bottle neck and cites supposed science about rheumatism from urinary acids, urging Foley's Kidney products as a cure, attributed to Lanhach, Boyd & Zimmerman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homan
Foley
Lanhach
Boyd & Zimmerman
Ely Cream Balm and cough remedies praised in letters
Testimonials from Ely Brothers and others claim Ely Cream Balm cures catarrh and restores smell and taste. Letters from Mrs. Franklin Freeman and Marcus G. Shantz hail relief, noting no irritation, with 50 cent price and mail order from New York. Additional ads promote Foley's Honey and Tar and Dr Caldwell syrups as lung aids. sources include Laubach Boyd Zimmerman Co and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ely
Marcus G. Shantz
Rahway
Franklin Freeman
Dover
N. H
Cts
Ely Brothers
Warren St
New York
Piles Cured Without the Knife Says Reliable Druggist
A trusted druggist offers PAZOOINTMENT with a money back guarantee if it fails to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles. Ordinary cases in six days, worst in 16. One application brings ease and relief. Sold for $1.00 with no pay option, available in Wooster.
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Wooster
To Heal a Hurt
Fragmentary OCR reads like a period piece with names and places muddled. It mentions healing or salve and a title banner. No clear event date or location is discernible. The readable bits hint at a healer figure and a faction or group but specifics are obscured.
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S.cpk
Hes Jc
Lost Hog Escapes On City Farm Wagon Ride
John Saal the Square butcher bought a 250 pound hog south of the city and loaded it for delivery. En route he met Jerry Sullivan and offered a ride. At South Market Street watering trough the hog escaped, search under seat and wagon failed, return toward Madnea Avenue bridge found Mr Hoy near breakfast with scraps of anthracite.
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John Saal
Craus
Mr Saal
Jerry Sullivan
Jerry
South Market Street
John
Paul
Mishin
Madnea Avenue
Mrr
Hoy
Death of Charles W Craven in Oklahoma
Charles W Craven son of C C Craven formerly of Chester township died Wednesday forenoon May 2 near Watonga Oklahoma. He contracted cerebrot spinal meningitis on April 30. He left Chester two years ago with his parents for Oklahoma. He was 21 years 5 months and 7 days old.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles W. Craven
3. C. Craven
Chester Township
Watonga
Oklahoma
Increased Force in Booth Construction Firm
A firm led by George and his partner has built numerous public telephone booths for Millersburg Orr Valle and Wooster Telephone Co. The booths underwent thorough examinations by telephone experts and were rated superior to rivals. An investor connected to telephone ventures plans a larger order, prompting the firm to hire more skilled mechanics to meet demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George & Histh
Millersburg
Orrvalle and Wooster Telephone Co
Telephone
George & Luch
Bourha
Frost Damage Report On Station Crops
Farmers report heavy frost with 20 Wereury down and frost on white vegetation. Fruit showed no injury, grapes spared, but vegetables suffered the most. Local examinations note limited damage to early peaches grapes and strawberries, with replants feasible and a new crop possible. Officials deem the loss not general and express gratitude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eversthita
Greene
Oon
Isaac Martin Dies at Eighty in Wayne County Farm Home
Isaac Martin a wealthy prominent farmer aged eighty died at his home near Marshall Vale. Martin born in Pennsylvania moved to Wayne County during his youth. He was a respected figure in local agriculture and his passing is noted by the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac Martin
Todas
Marshallvale
Martin
Pennsylvania
Wayne County
Probate trial follows fatal Shrove crash death
Mrs Lucinda Sturgeon of Shrove died after being struck by cars last Sunday. Her will, dated 1888, left two houses and property in Socove te les steps hindreo Waitham Sturgeon of Valparaiso Indiana and Hachae beanch of St Joseph California, with shares to god. Will witnessed by Lea Parsons and WOR Criterifield in lo N Hague of Shreve. Hague has applied for appointment as administrator.
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Lucinda Sturgeon
Shrove
Socove Te Les
Waitham
Sturgeon
Valparaiso
Ind
St. Joseph
Cal
Lea Parsons
Wor
Criterifield
Lo N Hague
Shreve
Obituary: John Exyman of Wooster Dies in Pittsburgh
John Exyman aged about 42 years and brother of Edam Fyman of Wooster died Thursday night at his home in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. He had served over two decades with the Pennsylvania Company and was to be retired on a service pension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallis
Seisenthaler
Jong
Residertoef
John Exyman
Edam Fyman
Wooster
Pittsburg
Pennsylvania Co
Elec tra Bitters a cure for female disorders praised
Manchester Michigan resident George D Williams recounts his wife’s five year helplessness and credits Elec tra Bitters with her recovery. The tonic is advertised as a supreme remedy for female diseases curing nervousness sleeplessness headaches backaches fainting and dizziness. Each bottle guaranteed and sold for 90 cents by Laubach Boyd druggists.
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D. Walliams
Manchester
Mich
Laubach & Boyd
Banner salve cures long standing breast sore, Richards says
Henry Kt Richards of Walsesville New York reports a year long breast sore improved after using Banner salve He used half a box and was fully cured He praises the product and says he will always keep it in the house Laubach Boyd and Zaimmerman Co Ithsk May
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Kt. Richards
Walsesville
N.Y
Laubach & Boyd and Zainmerman & Co
Ithsk
May
Irregular Diet Warnings and Patent Remedy Ads
A fragmented ad list warns of sickness from irregular diet and promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin for constipation indigestion and headaches. Other remedies tout Pneumonia protection from Freys Honey and Tar and Foley's Kidney Cure claims. Local mentions include Laubach Boyd Zimmerman Co and Chas Replogle of Atwater Ohio.
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Papersberg Tel
Oet
Pepin Sakee
Monticelo
Esther
Caldwell
Sige
Altho
Mas
Dkmay
Frey
Laubach & Boyd and Zimmerman & Co
Chas. Replogle
Atwater, O
Foley
Bankruptcy Court Orders Dividend Payment in Bradshaw Case
Referee in Bankruptcy W F Kean orders the first dividend of th y per cent. to the event of W J Bradshaw. Payment starts May 8. Ten lots belonging to the May Anderson estate transfer to fuel A the raised atl.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Kean
W. J. Bradshaw
May Anderson
Uel
Luther Payne Dead in Dillonville Coal Mine Accident
Luther Pasndy known as Luther Payne, once from Wooster, died Friday in a Dillonville coal mine when an explosion of aometer caused a collapse. A bank hook in his pocket suggested he might have money to his credit at the Wooster National Bank, prompting inquiries about his finances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther Pasndy
Wooster
Dillonville
Chiwan
Wooster Natwob
A Little Heroine Saves Child From Peril
A ten year old girl from Shreve Pare intervenes during an inbound incident last week near Foltz Mil. She pushes forward when danger looms, narrowly averting a serious accident. Local reports credit her quick action and presence of mind with preventing harm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foltz
Instructions Issued to County Soldiers Relief Commission
War era notice outlining eligibility for indigent widows and orphans, needing applications filed by the first Monday in December. It covers qualifications, proof requirements, appointing officers, and penalties for false statements or misrepresentation, including fines and possible imprisonment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Soldiers’ ' Relief Commission
Ordses
Joe Cisneik
Bres Faye
Second Brigade Staff Names Still In Flux
Brigadier Bene Johus Speaks on staff selection while public announcement is delayed. Named officers include Capt MeoA Charu of Trucyrus as a candidate for secretary to the staff, Lt Harry Kromm of Fourth Infantry as staff officer, Assistant Adjutant General Mr. Harry Taylor, Staff Surgeon Lt Fullington of Marysville, Inspector Major Atwell of the Seventh Regiment, and Ordnance Officer Iain Stearns. Mrs M S Robison has purchased the Hotel Jained at Shreve.
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Bene Johus
Meoa Charu
Trucyrus
Harry Kromm
Harry Taylor
Fourth Infantry
Fullington
Marysville
Atwell
Iain Stearns
Coffee Trial Promises Health Benefits in Tests
A fragmented note describes coffee’s effects, noting initial dislike turning to acceptance after a week. It hints at improved nourishment and possible benefits for children, mentioning a “pur algrpins” and a strengthened system.
Post Office Staff Report Revenue Figures for Year
The Wooster post office details show figures for the year with personnel counts and financial totals. Totals presented include receipts and fees, with varying month tallies and a preliminary summary of expenditures and income.
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Sperarerrit
Eines At-Law
Gaican
Grovery
James B, Taylor
Maac Johnson
Johnson & Taylor
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O'Clare
Martin L
Smyser
McLure & Smyser
Attorneys-At-Law
Merchant's Emporium
E W. Neweire
Ohio
Jackson Block
Public Square
Pram B. Swartz
Warnetounty
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McKinney
Fredericksburg, Ohio
Ohn A. Gann
N Market St
H. A. Hart
EYE and Far
Downing Blick
Beall Ave
Gowman
Sauveen
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JB Stoll
Stoll & Ryall
Ryall
North Market
County
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Heall Avenue
Bowman
H. N. Mateer
Buckeye Streets
L. P. Obirsng
David Thomas
V. Press Kramer
Assi Cashier
Oy E. Obliger
Teller Board OF Directors
Martin Welker
BH. Hawley
Curtis V Hard
J. R. Zimmerman
Obliger
Wayae
Jacoz Furex
Boardory Dirsctors
Jacob Frick
Aerpenelty
W.od. Tyler
J. M Criley, SR
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Prick's Blook
F. W. Platt
HOTEL
Yoder
Essa
Rockford
Freert
Dubuque
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Webster City
Fort Dodge
Rockwelly
Denisons
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ICR
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IL Hanson
Board of Trustee
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Wishart
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Audienke
Pau Tt Ag
Zimmerman & Oy
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Cn Woods Norway
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Thomas Jefferson
Martin Buren
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Ester Peat
Matthew
Cnted Order of
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Seecepe
Samuel Pitcher
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Ni Enso
Salle Sob
Pap Sanet Curtis
TORMA
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Seare Druegists Kmay
Pacore
Wayne County Records
Florian Schaffter
Columbus the Plage
Antonio Oltmann
Army
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Treasury Department
Tyne Sears
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Cutteapeert
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Lee
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Laubach
Boyd
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Laubach& Boyd
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Dr. Caldwell
Royal
Royal Baking Powder CO
Ohio Experiment Station
Thomas
Scleetria
Dean
Luther Payne
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Urred
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