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Newspaper

Wooster Republican

Location

Wooster, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1905

Page

3

Probate Court Proceedings Flagged by Judge Adair

Probate matters before Judge R L Adair list executors guardians and administrators. Executors Simon-eé Smith and Henry H Forrer seek final accounts and hearings set for June 2. Guardianship filings include Emma Van Meter and Elizabeth Wilcox with notices to minors and appraisals ordered. Several estates report sales, distributions, and petitions to sell real estate with appointments of administrators and guardians, and bonds posted.

Simon—eé Smith Charles Schutt Gideon Smucker Chatelain Lena Chatelain David Reaser George W Cline L. F. Hostetter Annie Grace Steele Emma van Meter Levi Neiswanger Daniel Ferrer George L. Sanderson Jeannette A. Moore Aero ‘Zook Janel Parrine Price Russell Sophia Smith George Underwood Roy Underwood Mary E. van Nest Joseph P. van Nest Agron Ulrich Elizabeth Wilcox BE. W. Newkirk Westate Hjizbeth Lromter E-Ey Otis Mary Rowney Elias Eby Avon & Sidle David Fy Sugarcceek Township Elizabeth Eby Sugarcreek Township Penate Anna Fredeneck Chippewa Charlies Boyle Ella Giveos Adauoaistratis Wm. Ase

Amendment to Ohio Constitution Proposed by General Assembly

A 1905 Ohio joint resolution proposes amending Article XVII to change election timing and term lengths for state and local officers. It outlines Elective office terms, vacancies, and appointment rules, with the governor and others affected, and is certified by Secretary Lewis Claylin.

Supreme Court Elreutt Common Pleas Court Geneal General Assembly Board of Public Word Varandaa

Prominent Resident Dead in Lakeville At 79

Wooster friends mourn the death of Joseph D Yarman of Lakeville a longtime wealthy resident. He was 79 and had been ill for years living with a niece. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 10 am with interment in Wooster Cemetery.

Wooster Joseph. D' Yarman Lakeville D'Yarman Hoe Bren Bispark Ceme

Long Life Ended of Miss Sarah J Gillespie at 85

Miss Sarah J Gillespie aged 85 died at 8 a m Friday at her home southwest of the city after weeks of illness. Born in Northumberland County Pa she came to Wayne County as a child and lived there nearly 80 years. A Presbyterian church member she lived in Christian service. Three sisters survive. Funeral was held yesterday with interment in Wooster Cemetery.

Sarah J. Gillespie Ed*ward-ana Nallie Gillespie Northumberland County Wayne County Gillespie Presbyterian Wooster

Card of Thanks from the family of cf

Card of thanks to neighbors and friends for kindness, flowers, and support after the death and burial of a beloved brother. The family names the Gs A and others, expressing gratitude for expressions of sympathy during their loss.

Brorer

Proposed Ohio Constitution Amendment Taxation Exemption Plan

Ohio voters were set to decide on a 1906 amendment to section 2 of article XII. It proposed uniform taxation on property including bonds and stocks while exempting state and municipal bonds, certain public property, and personal exemptions up to two hundred dollars per person. ballot wording specified exemptions and timing for implementation beginning January 1, 1906, certified by Secretary Lewis C. Laylin.

Dasembl Abd Ceairiia Stats Ohio Thatate Ofo Crorde T Troxsan House of Representatives Harmye Senate Kaoptes

The Alleman Reunion at Wooster High School

The Allaman reunion will be held on June 11 at Wooster high school grounds. Come one come all with well filled baskete for a genuine social time. Good music speeches recitations and songs always welcome to enliven these occasions. By order of Committee.

Allaman Wooster High School

Not Building This Year for Church of God

The proposed new building for the Church of God will not be erected this season but hopes to push forward next year. The old church has not yet been sold, delaying the new construction. Members expect to dispose of the old building and start substantial work next summer with available money and pledges.

Church of God

Coughs Colds Cure Promises Kept by King’s New Discovery

A reader from Georgia writes that his wife suffered a severe cough and insomnia. After two doctors failed to help, she used Dr King’s New Discovery for Coughs and Colds and was cured. The remedy is sold at Laubach and Boyd’s drug store for 50 cents and 1 dollar with a guarantee.

Z.t.gras Cal‘Boun King Laubach& Boyd's

Terrible plagues threaten town with rising deaths

Amid widespread fears a deadly disease sweeps the area. Officials report rising cases and urge calm while seeking remedies and public health guidance. Residents are advised to stay indoors, avoid crowds, and follow sanitation measures as clinics strain under demand.

Wooster News: Drummer Helps Kidnap Coat On Local Train

A Wooster traveling salesman witnessed a coat theft on a Cleveland Akron & Columbus line. A drummer passed out an overcoat by request, the owner denying involvement, and a minor scuffle ensued as the coat vanished and the thief faced exposure.

H. E. Newman Wooster Cleveland, Akron & Columbus Mr. Newman

Wooster Notes on Weather Travel and Local Figures

Spring travel is light as Wooster sees early warm spells and dry spells delay harvests. Frost risks threaten fruit while corn sprouts rise. Judge Smoker predicts snow by nightfall. Local names include Obouri, Creatore, and Joha Robinson shows, with remarks on Japanese student Obomi and a police of workers preparing for events.

Missing baseball bat fuels old town reunion tale

Mr Foster, Cornell athlete and member of the first DeCourtney eight at Cornell, recounts a decades old loss of a beloved baseball bat. A neighbor borrowed it and never returned it, the bat later breaking into pieces. The memory prompts a rekindled Elusira reunion and reflections on friendship and old times.

York State Theranet Foster Simmier Wooster Ito Minter Cornell Firet DeCourtney Cornell University Heo Minter Fife Arcthyor Elusira

Memorial Day Committees Formed at GQ A R Hall

Memorial day committee met at GQ A R hall and appointed committees for program and printing J R McKinnoney W O Beebe Cemuel Jeffries ig Everly 8S G Shilling Pierson Digorathon Wuckabangh Ota Bardon W Woolman tlags A M Trunk HL McClaran 8 S Blake Transportation A R Boffenmyer J A Myers Russell Kinlin Hall James Christy Auditing J B Taylor W C Beebe Philip Miller Flowers and Womans Relief Corps Kiefferchete Laction of the A R and Daughters of Veterans Officers and Speakers President WE Weygandt Vice president CW McClure Orator Rev Scott F Hershey D D

Stomach and Liver Tablets Promote Digestive Health

An advertisement extols Ghain iverlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as pleasant to take and effective, sold by all druggists. It urges readers to improve bowel efficacy and warns of crowp attacks without Pr Thomas' Electric Oton band for the cme Lreeney dk.

Ghainiverlain Thomas Cme Lreeney

Fragmented local notice describes a community gathering

A confused report notes a citizen James Rister receiving a birthday celebration at home in West Wor ter All with nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren. It mentions Mr Kietler and figures like Ray Spinthep and FD, plus teacher efforts and a term related to a Work program. The text is garbled but centers on family and school activity.

James Rister Weat Worter Oman Kietler Mtr Rise Regnien

Dr Charles Manchester Receives $4000 Gift for Findlay College

The Findlay College president Dr Charles Manchester, who departed recently, has been presented with a $4000 check by a friend. He plans to visit Ft Scott to deliver the gift and present it to the college during a forthcoming trip. The donation is described as substantial and gratefully received.

Charles Manchester Findlay College Manchester Ft. Scott

Lynch Receiver Announces Fourth National Dividend

The receiver of Wooster National tank Japan reveals a fourth supplemental dividend. The payout is for claimants who did not receive the first dividend and the subsequent supplementary payment, providing proof of their claims to participate.

Dudge A D. Lynch Tt Wooster National Tank Japan

Merchants Plan Independence Day Celebration Meeting

A meeting of local merchants last evening discussed holding a July 4 celebration. All favored the plan and a committee will be named to raise funds. Officials note it has been a long time since the town’s last echoing Fourth and urge prompt organization.

Dr Williams Pink Pills Help Fort Wayne Woman

A Fort Wayne woman reports dramatic health gains after using Dr Williams Pink Pills. The text claims the remedy purifies blood, strengthens nerves and digestion, and can restore vigor. It mentions doctor consultations and free literature offer from Dr Williams Medicine Company.

Siihams Trentles Mary D. Murphy Potes Street Fort Wayne Ind Williams Dr. Wil- Tuas

Unclear OCR fragment about Norway aid and Weldon town

Fragmentary text mentions Norway and a Dr Weenly with reference to help and an individual named Weldon. Details are garbled and participation vague.

Norway Weldon

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Probate’ Court R.L. Adair Nadinenk Hehe Oni Rey Granuz T Thomas House of Repreeentatives Gee Ura Ao Africa Omer Lewis Claylin State of State of Ohio Carlumbues Lewir Laylin Fara Joseph D’yarman Lewis C. Laylin Columbus Secretary Alleman BY the Way Applecresk Orrville Applecreek Ewo Wooster West Liberty Street W. H. Bliss Peter Latona Latona Mr Bliss Bliss Koch Pennsylvania Golden Corners al Nice James Caskey Old Wooster Boys Joha Robinson Mr. Caskey Mr. Nice Johan Robinson Wonster Will7Horn Canton Hicks Ureelay Obouri Qoboori Obomi bin Bang Sephere Mr. Creatore Creatore J. Minier Chas Foster Tyretto Thair Biel Mi Minter Memorial Society Ren Aole Serveny Ray Spinthep Coen Marspayls Vise Tee Bees Esmeatranad Galithadoro Levi Dr. Manchester Mra Murphy Nike United States
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