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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1908
Page
7
Job Ratt sustains a severe hand injury while assisting with wall construction when a creature kicked and tore his right hand between the thumb and index finger, lacerating the flesh. He lives nearby and received aid after the accident on a Friday.
A patient details fifteen years of catarrhal trouble and hospital treatments without lasting relief. After using Ayrowel, he claims full recovery from catarrh and related breathing issues. The advertisement touts Hyomei as a sterile eucalyptus inhaler providing immediate relief with a money back guarantee from SH Boyd & Co. If not cured, they promise a refund.
A practical deal secures a new Wooster factory to be called Wooster Machine Company and to operate at the Barrett foundry and shop. A out of town executive will head the venture, with a $250,000 incorporation. The current shop work continues and a new product with ready sale will be launched next summer.
D C Curry head of Curry Lumber company of this city collapsed on a Cleveland sidewalk Thursday after a dizzy spell. He suffered a severe scalp wound with a fractured skull reported by the Cleveland Leader, but hospital officials said he would likely recover and return to Woolstar in a day or two. He was taken to Huron road hospital by ambulance, with dizziness believed to stem from stomach trouble.
A case in common pleas court names Samuel Leib of Wooster as plaintiff and David W. Gardner as defendant. Leib says Gardner was a tenant on his farm from April 1, 1907, to April 1, 1908, and during that period Gardner became indebted to Leib for 184.23 dollars and prays for judgment with interest. Attorney for Leib is A. 2. Metz.
Reports indicate several Wooster residents received letters signed by the Black Hand prompting fear but treated as jokes. The notes demanded cash deposits at specific places and times, yet no one has paid out. Authorities note no confirmed fraud yet despite growing unease.
A town resident recovering from a severe dysentery attack credited Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for a prompt cure after a friend obtained it. The Walcott druggist M J Leach confirmed its availability and effectiveness. Also noted is Dr Shoop's Coffee substitute claim and local sale by Bixler's Modern Pharmacy.
An old advertisement extols Lake Foley's Honey and Tar as a quick remedy for coughs and colds. The copy claims it stops coughing, expels the cold, and mentions Bixter's Pharmacy and S. H. Boyd & Co. as where to obtain it.
The Rev Johnson reports on the quadrennial Methodist conference in Baltimore. Delegates from global branches attend the May 6 opening, with 776 delegates on roll call and notable bishops from India Africa and Sweden. The day features organization committees and a public reception hosted by Maryland, Baltimore, and local churches.
The Memorial Day committee has held multiple meetings and released the observance plan. The national parade is set for 1:00 PM, graves to be flowers and wreaths, with Grand Army of the Republic and other groups performing rituals. A return stop at Apple Creek honors navy personnel, followed by services. Address by Rev Herbert Bradt, 7:40 PM at the City Opera House. memorial sermon by Rev HD Allen at toa Baptist church the prior Sunday. Committees listed include general arrangements, program, music, decoration, and flowers, with many named members and divisions.
A large crowd of young people filled city streets early Saturday as Orrville delegates, forty-five in number, arrived on the fast train for the second Patterson law examination conducted by the county teacher examiners. Conveys overflowed feed stables with pupils streaming to the high school for the test.
The Youngs orchestra plans several street concerts this summer starting when weather permits outdoor string playing. The group aims to bring live music to public spaces amid favorable conditions.
Local drug stores promote Dr King’s New Life Pills as a guaranteed remedy for constipation malaria and biliousness. Be careful to avoid kidney and bladder trouble with Foley’s Kidney Remedy. Ads praise Beelaxative Cough Syrup for coughs colds and bronchial issues especially for children.
Distinguished politicians gathered or sent regrets for Judge Smyser's funeral as General Critchfield missed the service due to border disturbances and legislative duties. Newark’s George Hamilton and Coshocton figures C B McCoy and Seth Snyder were noted allies shaping Licking and Coshocton politics. Landlord Ball praised Smyser’s gracious nature.
Applebaugh, from Washington, discusses travel pay and commutation of rations for Libby wife. The note covers allowances from 1863 and contrasts long delays with the hope Mr Applebaugh can share both pleasant and unpleasant Libby experiences.
Bank fails in Cleveland with deposits between 1.2 and 1.4 million. Treasurer Madigan notes depositors will be protected as loans are realized. Also reports on Rev Dr John T Nelson named bishop candidate by German M E delegates. no rump convention in Seventh district. Foraker Club agitation lacking leadership.
In Dayton Ohio on May 9 a woman living near Alexandersville died after her clothing caught fire from a spark from her pipe while her husband John Deger was away. He found her body near a water trough when he returned home.
In Bridgeport a man named Walter Harper was fatally burned and a $25 000 loss occurred when a fire broke out at Hibbs hardware store in the Wooden block after natural gas exploded in the cellar. Firemen pulled Harper from the debris as Wheeling’s fire department responded to the blaze.
A gasoline launch on the Ohio river near here, carrying nine young men, became disabled and was swept under a fleet of empty coat barges. Five men drowned: Thomas Nagle, Mo Johnson, Donald Mundy, James Pawson, and Carson Finch, all from East Liverpool.
May grand jury report adds new indictment against Albert Lukens for murder of Elizabeth Brown. He was returned to Mansfield reformary to serve a term for a prior crime. Also referenced are a fatal burn at Marietta and a May 91 gas explosion in Washington County with a laundry fire and an infirmary director, a Civil War veteran, among the injured.
A large alteration in the McClure & Co store on North Buckeye street removed the partition between the store and office. The space is now one room with the office and desks at the rear. Paper and paint gave the area a markedly new appearance.
Urace Leo Gilt of Orrville and four students at Yocum's Business College have been in hospital for six months following a fall in November. Lakeside Hospital performed a medical operation on Monday. The patient is reported to be recovering and progressing as well as can be expected.
A cyclist on Gashe street was struck by a car while attempting to escape a dog that bit him. He collided with a vehicle operated by J. M. Ginter and was thrown, sustaining knee injuries. Nearby witnesses report the incident occurred on a Thurwiny afternoon near Bestks avenue.
Ww. Long, the contractor awarded the job to replace the S. N. Sith Koons house on Madison Hill, began work Friday morning. Plans for the house were furnished by Stanley Power, architect, with the new building to be a modern chain and about the same size as the old structure.
The barber business formerly Mann and Thompson under Nanine Thompson is dissolved. MPa Thompson retires from the firm. Mrs Mann will operate the shop at the old stand on West Liberty Street.
A Wooster woman testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills cured back pain swelling and lameness from kidney trouble. She followed directions, felt better quickly, and urges others with kidney issues to try Doan's. Sold by Bachwaite's drug store and other dealers. Remember the name Doan's.
A historic Nagali advisory promotes Ely’s Cream Balm as a true remedy for nasal passages and throat irritation. It cautions against powders containing cocaine and mercury based medicines that merely dry secretions. The note claims Ely Brothers offer the balm for 50 cents, mailed from Warren Street New York.
Circular offers free jelly moulds with JELL The Natory Dessert. Moulds are easy to use inside large city packs, available with each package from participating grocers. Demand for authentic patterns. substitutes will disappoint.
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