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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1900
Page
4
A jumble of local items mentions the May 2 reunion at Odell's Lake, court actions in Massillon, hotel management changes at Tremont and Yoder properties, a Creston track of road work and school celebrations. Reports cover sheriff activity, pension notices, school commencements, and community projects across Wooster, Massillon, and surrounding towns with brief updates on residents and local institutions.
A mixed items column notes May 3 notices from Warren Keister in Plain township and Mrs. Wesley Zaugy visiting Kigron, plus relocation details for C. R. Potter and family in Wooster. It reports insurance agents in Rowsburg aiding adjustments after dwelling losses of Dr George Greuy and William Revbar. The piece ends with an ad for Dr. Pierce’s medicines claiming to ease female ailments, offering a free medical adviser by mail.
Ebe zer Lodge No 33 F and A M held its annual inspection with District Lecturer W E Waugh of Akron presiding. The first degree was conferred on a Wooster gentleman in the presence of visiting brethren from Canton Orr ip and Smithville and many locals. A short, instructive lecture on his work followed. Florence Newman, troubled by muscular rheumatism, praised Chamberlains Pain Balm for relief after a lengthy recovery. Laubach & Co on the Square, Druggists, were noted for the product availability.
Mrs Pearl Faux, wife of Bert Faux, files in Wayne County Court of Common Pleas seeking $400 from saloonkeeper W W Meoks alleging he sold liquor to her intoxicated husband, causing sustained drunkenness and resulting damages including broken household furniture and loss of support. Judge B Eason issues several decisions in unrelated matters, including Cushman vs Lake property sale and overruling Houck v Kehin motions.
A LaGrange Ga resident reports six months of leg sores healing after using Bucklen Arnica Salve, calling it the best salve in the world. The ad claims quick relief from wounds barns boils rashes and pains and notes it is sold by druggists in town.
Jennette G. Hotson appeals from Chicago to donate clothing and funds for famine relief in India. Readied consignments will be shipped free from Chicago to India through Mission Ayernears, with parcels marked Iudia belief. Contributions may be left at the University office or with J. Metlellao for forwarding to Chicago.
An advertisement asserts a constitutional remedy for deafness caused by inflammation of the Eustachian tube and nasal mucous surfaces. It promises a hundred dollars for any catarrh case of dentinous tenu-ald not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure and invites readers to request circulars.
Community collection totals and donors listed for the Endia Famine Fund in a Presbyterian Church Apple Creek notice. Names include J Aw Moore, John White, Wallace, James Mullins, Mrs Grabbs, Daniel Martin, Miss Alice Davis, Soliday, and Ex-Sheriff H. Keee ty. Amounts show several contributions between 25 and 200 dollars.
A B&O railroad bridge about a mile west of Warwick burned in the early hours of Thursday, effectively blocking traffic on the line between Akron and Lodi for several hours. The blaze disrupted service and required response crews to secure the area and assess damage. No further details on causes or injuries were provided.
A long excerpt quotes a playful retractation by the Paterson Sunday Chronicle April 1 denying strike rumors about machinists and other claims. The piece lampoons sensational editorial tactics and notes era issues, including references to Watson Machine Works and various misprints. The excerpt ends with springtime themes and domestic complaints.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions sending all orders to The Republican in Wooster Ohio. It includes stray phrases about payment rates and year values, but the readable content is incomplete and unclear about the exact notice purpose or entities involved.
In Frankfort on May 5, key witnesses described pardons issued on March 10 for Charles Finley John L Powers Jane Whittaker and possibly W Culton. Assistant Secretary J B Matthews and Melvin Todd private secretary to Governor Taylor testified about movements and plans near the State Capitol the day of the shooting.
A near full Kawke Chapel hosted a recital Thursday night featuring Miss Mary Anderson of Loudonville and Miss Charlotte Woodell of Wooster. Anderson, a vocal graduate, impressed with a beautiful tone, while Woodell, a Wooster piano graduate, delighted listeners. Miss Wilhelm, already renowned, delivered a standout performance in a strong program that pleased the audience.
The Rev Dr H L Wiles, pastor at the first Lutheran church in Mansfield, was visited by Joseph Shelley, a former Wooster parishioner from Wayne county who claimed to have escaped Massillon State Asylum. Shelley, described as very large and armed with a club, asked for money and received 50 cents before leaving. he has not yet been found and appeared rational during the visit.
Thomas Fry and May Fuhrman of West Salem are listed on marriage license records as approvable for nuptial proceedings.
An advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for health and vigor. It claims to boost brain and body power and highlights a price of 25 cents at Lau Bauch & Boyd’s drug store.
A fragmentary report notes party figures including Hill of New York and Croker reassessing leadership amid rivalries with Bryan and the Tiger, highlighting strains in the state Democratic machine and calls for a new Ferment. The piece references figures and terms tied to early 20th century party politics and debates over leadership succession.
Washington reports from General Otis confirm April captures of artillery rifles and stores in Luzon and nearby islands. Official losses include 13 enlisted men dead and 3 officers, 24 enlisted men wounded. Otis notes enemy losses of 1,721 and says leading Filipinos anticipate early pacification and surrendering insurgents.
An old advertisement touts Miles New Heart Cure as a cure for heart distress, shortness of breath, and palpitations. It promises blood purification and renewed strength, claiming relief after three bottles and urging readers to write for free advice. The text includes testimonials from a Payne, Indiana reader and mentions druggists selling the product.
The readable fragment describes a subscription service for a local destination. It mentions limited access for residents and a schedule that outlines signup windows and payment options. No clear dates or named organizations are present in the legible text.
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