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Newspaper

Wooster Republican

Location

Wooster, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1903

Page

3

Hyomei Cures Catarrh Says Caswell With Refund Promise

Mr Caswell of North Middleboro Massachusetts says Hyomei cured his choking catarrhal trouble and cleared his head and he recommends it to friends. The ad claims Hyomei stops catarrh at its beginning with a few breaths and offers money back if it does not cure. Laubach and Boyd, who sell Hyomei, state refunds have occurred for only two outfits among many sold, claiming strong proof of its efficacy.

Mr. Caswell Hyomei Caswell North Middleboro Mass Laubach Boyd

Big fight in Philippines leaves 100 dead

Manila May 7 Captain Pershipy four column defeated sultan of Ampamganos force of Morros in Parca county. Over one hundred were killed, the sultan was captured. Two Americans were killed.

Becta Tue Ly Publican Manila Pershipy Coluwn Sultan of Ampamganos Morros Parca Sultan

Kalke Station Notes from May 7 KA Akron farms and frugal farming tips

Silas Miler moved a carload of household goods to a farm near Akron. Five women peddlers stayed all night at a local farmer's. The Ladies' Aid of Moryland plans a chicken supper Saturday evening priced 15 cents. A woman aims to raise 00 chickens. Cattle prices noted with cows about 40 and Jersey demand rising. Early strawberry blooms are frost damaged in parts yet promising in others. A May shower could boost mushrooms. Employment seems widespread. A seedsman receipt lists remedies for squash and other cucurbit pests. A pesticide solution uses galtpetre at one half teaspoon per quart of water applied through a fine hose each morning. do not apply in heat.

Kanke Station Silas Miler Akron Ladies’ Aid Society of Moryland Jersey

Spear Shop Rented for Manufacturing by Firestones

The old Spear shop at the foot of South Walnut street has been rented by D R and A A Firestone for manufacturing purposes. A number of men will still be employed. Details on the produced goods will be provided later.

South Walnut Street D. R A. A. Firestone

Shreve Christian Church to Dedicate May 17 1908

The Shreve Christian church prepares for formal dedication on Sunday May 17 1908. Rev L L Carpenter veteran Disciple and noted conductor will be orator of the day with exercises following the program. Building committee includes W A Craig L D Shreve Geo Carl 8 K Wells A D Smetzer Samuel Foltz J D Barcus Lem Wilent and others with mechanics and decorators listed.

Shreve Christian Church L. L. Carpenter W. A. Craig L. D. Shreve Geo. Carl 8. K. Wells

First Expedition to Seville by Hart Council Members

A special Cleveland & Southwestern car carried Hart Council K of 38 members to the home of Mode Danniley in Seville. It marks the first interurban excursion between the two towns and was a satisfactory trip for both the group and the railroad company.

Medina Cleveland & Southwestern Hart Council Mode Danniley Seville

Memorial Day Parade Invites Wooster Organizations

Memorial Day events call for all military and civic groups in Wooster to join the parade to the cemetery on Saturday May 30 1908. Parade forms at the square at 1 PM under the Committee of Arrangements led by Thomas A Elder Secretary. Also notes a Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets free sample offer from drug stores.

Wooster Thomas A. Elder Chamberlain

Change of Venue in County Commissioner Cases

Attorneys for the parties in the county commissioner indictment are preparing and securing affidavits as part of a motion to change venue. Proceedings focus on securing admissible evidence and establishing grounds for altering the court location. The article notes ongoing legal preparation without detailing outcomes or dates.

Happy Children Plant Trees At Walnut Street School

Eight hundred pupils participated in a tree planting at Walnut Street School on Thursday afternoon. Master Petie Miller signaled the march as Miss Martha Webster played a march on the organ.Children, robed as smiling helpers, planted diverse trees while janitor Miller prepared the holes. They gathered for a program including songs and an address by Rev Lockhart, ending with America.

Walnut Street Petie’’ Miller Martha Webster Miller Schools of Ohio Innovation J M_ Lockhart Lockhart America Eli

Sunday School Convention Brings Teachings and Reports

Attendees at Wooster township Sabbath School convention heard Rev H W Lowry read scripture and Miss Webster lead music and deliver experience teaching. Rev W L Neal presided, Miss Clara Gepford reported on state and county work, finances were reviewed, and officers elected including Neal as president and Mary E Gordon treasurer. The evening session featured Prof Hook on teacher work and S F Vance on Holy Land illustrations.

Wooster Township H. W. Lowry Severance Hall L. &. Runkle Hook The Holy Land S. F. Vance W. L. Neal Wesley H. Zaugg G . Spangler Mary E. Gordon S . Vance Home Department T A. Elder T. EK. Davis BP

Missionary Rev Dr Calvin W Mateer for moderator

Brother of Dr H N Mateer is named among possible moderators for the Presbyterian General Assembly in Los Angeles California. A Philadelphia dispatch notes Rev Dr Calvin W Mateer of Tung-Chow China as a strong contender, dating his arrival in 1864 and his leadership of a boys school that grew into a college with hundreds of students.

Presbyterian General Assembly Los Angeles Cal C. W. Mateer H. N. Mateer Philadelphia Dispatch Calvin W. Mateer Tung-Chow China Mateer

Paralyzed Topeka Woman Reported in Wooster News

A word from Wooster says Mrs. Jerome Curry now living in Topeka Kansas has paralysis on one side and cannot speak. Her daughter Mrs. George Hayden, was in Wooster recently en route to Topeka.

Wooster Jerome Curry Topeka Kan Curry George Hayden

Whooping Cough Prevention Advised by Experienced Mother

A mother recounts her experience with whooping cough and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. She notes three children contracted the illness last summer but avoided complications or weight loss by using the remedy, while her baby stayed plump and healthier than peers. The testimony urges readers to use the remedy for coughs and related symptoms.

Chamberlain

Social notes and gatherings at local churches and homes

Mrs John Russells Sunday School class held a pleasant social at Mrs Otto Douglass on Saybolt Hill with lawn lighting and outdoors. The Classics club met at Miss Naribel Durstine's with papers by Miss Alice Brown and Miss Emily Hard, plus violin solos. Rev H W Lowry and wife prepare for California as a Presbyterian delegation. Ladies Aid presented him a field glass. Prof and Mrs Thorne hosted an elaborate reception for Dr and Mrs George Brooks in Bloomington. sixty guests attended with yellow roses and red carnations. Brooks and Thorne hosts will travel to Columbus then Greenfield Iowa.

John Russell the Reformed Church Otto Douglass Saybolt Hill Classics Club Naribel Durstine Alice Brown Nellie Rotz Emily Hard Reat Alice Fitch Bloomington H. W Lowry First Presbyterian Vhareh California Lowry Presbyterian San Francisco Ladies Aid Society First Presbyterian Church Co & Thorne Bloommeton George Brooks Thorne Brooks Mateer Jhy Mary Henn

Wooster routs Buchtel 18 to 0 in baseball game

Hughes dominated as Wooster pitcher blanked Buchtel 18 to 0. Only six Buchtel batters reached and Crawford felled two runners with a strong arm. Wooster jumped ahead with two runs in the first and a nine run third, while Chapman’s support faltered for the home team. Next game is with Reserve at Wooster May 16.

Wooster Buchtel Hughes Akron Boys Crawford Weld Lucas Chapman Miller Powell Varsity Abbey Shupe Blaser Motts Brown Baldwin-Wallace

Housekeepers Club Meeting Notes and Cure Claim

The Housekeepers Club held a May 7 meeting at Mrs. McCoy’s home with a trees study and plans for June 4 at Mrs. Samuel Davidson’s home. The program includes roll call current events music migration of birds discussion, how to break cigarette habit Love Your Neighbor paper, music, recitation and a question box. A World War I era style advertisement touts Chamberlain’s Pain Balm as a fourteenth year sciatic rheumatism cure from Germantown, CaK.

Russia Holds New Chwang In Manchuria Port Battle Signals Wider Clash

International tension rises as Russia reoccupies New Chwang in Manchuria, prompting U S Japan and Britain to consider joint action. Washington reports state patience taxed amid maneuvers and possible protest by Roosevelt, while London papers praise united action against Russia. Local items cover court ruling on a tunnel accident and other brief notes.

United States Japan Exigland State Department Washington New Chawang Manchuria Orient Russia British Foreign Office Persia Persian Gulf England Los Angeles Cal Roosevelt Hay New Chwang M Maria

Oil prospect leases backed by capital in Wooster area

The Republican notes that a group seeking oil or gas leases is backed by ample capital and experienced in drilling. Farmers wary of strangers may hesitate to deal, but H B Odenkirk vouched for the men and their responsibility. He has offered to help secure leases and ensure tests are thorough in or near Wooster.

Republican H B. Odenkirk

Mayor Demands Firm Police Enforcement Speech

Mayor Van Nest spoke to police Wednesday afternoon in his office urging strict law enforcement without fear or favor. He warned of loss of position for failure to perform duties and urged officers to present a neat appearance while treating all citizens with respect.

Mayor van Nest

Oil Show in Berea Grit Well Near Boydston Land

In Berea grit a drill on Boydston land east of the city reached about 5800 feet Friday with 20 feet of Berea grit showing oil. By Saturday morning oil increased and fumes were felt hundreds of feet away. Gas pressure rose and salt water flowed while the hole remained dry above. H B Odenkirk led the crew and called indications of a paying well better than any in the Lodi field. Oil is dark and believed to be high quality lubricating oil. Dr Edward J Barrett of Chicago, the buyer’s representative, arrived Saturday.

Berea Boydston H. B. Odenkirk Lodi Edward J Barrett Chicago

Public Service Board Adjourning Meeting

The Board of Public Service held an adjourned meeting Wednesday evening. Solicitor H H Hubbell opined Forbes Alcock cannot serve as clerk with salary set by the board while a member. Wayne Hartwarn elected clerk at 373 salary. Next meeting to consider leasing the Opera House. Board to meet the second and fourth Thursdays, at the former Board of Education room. Public Safety board will meet at the Water Works site.

Board of Public Service H H Hubbell Forbes Alcock Wayne Hartwarn Board of Education Board of Public Safety

Time Card Changes For Pennsylvania Schedule

Changes will be made to Pennsylvania schedule No 21 due in this city and to No 20 due at 9 PM. Officials are not available to confirm details, but adjustments likely take effect Sunday May 16 affecting east bound and west bound services.

Pennsylvania

Pain in the back signals kidney trouble says ad

An old advertisement warns that back pain and urine condition indicate kidney disease. It advises using a glass to test urine overnight for sediment cloudiness or color change, claiming kidney danger and possible death without treatment. The testimonial cites Dr Kennedy’s Favorite Remedy, sold widely, with mail order sample offers.

FC Wilcox New Britain Ave Hartford Conn Ic Kennedy New &O DOI David Kennedy Corporation Rondout

Electric railway firms face Philadelphia deal and cure claim

The Wooster and Mansfield Electric Railway companies in Cleveland held talks with New York parties about a proposed agreement. A sensational test by Dr T G Merritt of Iowa claimed Bleure Bivers cured a stomach ulcer patient after severe hemorrhages. Electric Bitters are advertised as a remedy for dyspepsia indigestion constipation and kidney troubles at 40 cents.

The Wooster T G Merrit Nao Mehoopaos Aubach & Boyd's Mwik

How to Get Fat Mi O Na Fleshy Health Claim

The ad promotes Mi o na a fleshing food that supposedly aids digestion, strengthens weak organs, and helps thin people gain plump health. It claims users can eat freely without pain after short use and cites Laubach and Boyd druggists offering refunds if no benefit.

Laubach Boyd Miona

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