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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1901
Page
2
Albany May 18 The big street car strike has been settled after concessions from both sides. Older workers were recalled and lines resumed service at noon with no one on duty.
County Auditor A B Peckinpaugh learned from the Auditor of State on Friday that a reduction of five or cent on all farm lands had been allowed though the initial notice to Peckinpaugh was not correct. The action signals a slight rollback in promised land tax relief.
Mrs Harriet Faws widow of William H Faws longtime master painter and decorator died at 6 30 Saturday morning at her East Henry Street home age 83 born in Pennsylvania came to Wooster as a girl and lived there over 60 years her husband and two daughters preceded her in death a nephew in Pennsylvania is her nearest relative funeral from the house at 2 pm Monday to intact wardsister cemetery
R B Case died at the home of Mrs D Smith in Palo Alto California after a sudden heart episode. He had been in normal health until the night before. Two sons H G Case and J B Case, both in Palo Alto, had left for the East with horses the prior night. J B returned for the funeral held Monday May 6 at the Methodist church. Rose Case of San Francisco attended.
The will of R N Pollock late president of the Cuyahoga bank was admitted to probate in Cleveland on Friday The August 6 1892 document leaves his entire estate to Joseph A Melcher executor with income to the widow Kate E Pollock and their two sons Robert D and Dudley M until Dudley reaches twenty five The estate then divides between the widow and two children If both sons die without issue the estate goes to the widow and Pollock s sister Anna The other provisions name Melcher as executor though he declined and another will be appointed Also includes testimonials for Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy from Hartford Conn and sales references from Knightsville Ind and Monticello
A German physician Dr A. Boschee praises his special prescription German Syrup as a cure for coughs colds and lung troubles claiming a year test and growing sales with two million bottles sold annually since its 1868 US introduction. The text asserts it removes the cause of the illness and improves health.
Mrs Cora Musser of Milton township sues Samuel Musser in Orrville for divorce alleging drunkenness cruelty and failure to provide They were married in 1893 and have two children She seeks custody alimony and restoration of her maiden name Cora McClellan
Indianapolis lawyer C L Cochran representing Lake Erie and Western and five auditors toured Akron on a special train to appraise the Northern Ohio.Vague talks link the move to selling Richland and Mahoning property, with no denial from road officials that negotiations are underway.
Public school scholars only may participate in spelling contests during the carnival at the Armory. High and Grammar schools compete Monday evening May 27 for one Standard Dictionary. primary schools Tuesday evening May 28 for ten copies of Hinty’s works. Prof Haupert leads. interested participants should notify him.
A fast eastbound freight collided with a section ahead of it near the glass wars in Macmillan, Pennsylvania Lines suffering extensive damage. About 30 cars and one engine were thrown from the track, with several cars shattered. Work trains from Crestline, Wooster and Alliance assisted as tracks remained blocked for hours.
The Freshman and Junior classes held their annual banquet Tuesday night at the Presbyterian church parlors. The event featured a delightful menu and a toast program led by Toastmaster Wayos Blackburn with toasts from Mary Augusta, Dawn, Twilight, Elizabeth, and others.
Kenyon defeated Wooster in an exciting game with one decisive sixth inning. Wooster outplayed Kenyon in field and at bat, and the teams combined for nine runs. Williams' team improved greatly and may contend for the state title while Wooster showed strong performances vs Oberlin earlier. Attendance was about 300.
An advertisement extols cough remedies including Chamberlains Cough Remedy Foley s Honey and Tar and Dr Caldwell s Syrup Pepsin claiming cures for early stages of consumption bronchitis and stomach troubles. It warns against counterfeits and lists sellers Laubach Boyd Zimmerman Cook and others with testimonials from users across various locations.
Father Edward J. Phillips, pastor of St Gabriel's church in Hazelton, was found dead in a Ninth Street house. Missing since May 8, he was a well known priest and Hibernian. Police report suspect Kirk Stanley, a massage operator, is in custody after giving conflicting stories.
C W French of Liebland and Mahoning Railroad Company claims new rails will extend the Northern Ohio line from Akron to Carey. The R M scheme allegedly includes a 99 year lease and ties to the Vanderbilt and Lake Shore systems. Officials deny Lake Shore backing while Akron promoters push a summer construction, with probate court appropriation still unresolved.
Private William Hoffman of Company M was found guilty of desertion and absence from drill after a trial before Major Marquis. He received a $5 fine plus costs and a discharge without honor from National Guard service. Sentence awaits colonel approval before taking effect.
An collection of old ads touts August Flower, Kodol Dyspepsia Cure, and One Minute Cough Cure. Claims include relief from sour stomach, heartburn, indigestion, and croup recovery. Endorsed by anecdotal testimonials and prices, urging readers to buy through local druggists. Zimmermann & Co. listed as seller.
A neutral gathering between youths from London classes and scholars concludes with a football game at Rugby. The event includes an address by Dr Ingram and a farewell from the Bishop, who bids the boys goodbye in soft tones. Advertisements for Chamberlain's remedies and Banner Salve appear amid the rustic gathering.
Special to The Reparrman New York May 15 Edith Thomas the authoress died by suicide in New York She was probably temporarily insane and acted alone in the fatal act
The Times Journal of Oklahoma City reports the death last Sunday of Mrs Mary A Harn at her son W F Harn's home on East Sixteenth Street. She died after over four months illness, a stroke of paralysis was the immediate cause. Private funeral Wednesday at 9 a.m. Interment in Oklahoma City Cemetery. She came to the Territory about ten years ago, born in Cumberland County Pennsylvania, moved to Ohio in 1850, widowed since 1862 when her husband Capt Geo A Harn was killed near Vicksburg. She leaves two children, George A Harn of Columbus Ohio and W F Harn of Oklahoma City. She belonged to The Church of God, her husband a leading minister.
A Wooster reader recounts a physician’s praise for Doan’s Kidney Pills. Jacob Deer states the remedy cured years of back pain and lifelong kidney issues, with no further treatment needed for over two years. Zimmerman & Co. can provide contacts for others with similar endorsements. Foster Milburn Co. is sole US agent. price five dollars per box. Remember the name Dolan’s.
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