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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1877
Page
2
Dr. Taylor to give the Memorial Day address. Reports from Washington note Grant’s Europe trip and British belligerent posture. Charley Ross kidnap case offered a $10,000 reward by Barnum with assurances of protection. Public figures in New York attend Hayes events amid military preparations worldwide.
The article laments cost overruns in the New York Capitol project. It notes an initial estimate of 4 000 000 and expenditures of 7 723 690 with projections reaching 15 to 20 000 000. It mocks the building’s vast size and calls for Ohio to supply brains equal to the Capitol’s majesty.
The report cites figures from the New York Tribune showing fire crackers caused large financial damage. Import value under $1.5 million with $15 million losses from two firms. last year logs equal 85 percent of 1875 imports. each dollar of crackers tied to over $100 loss. Centennial Fourth cost insurers $15,574. US manufacture fireworks 1866–76 cost $2,556,000 all gone to waste.
The passage argues that more southern killings like the Chisholm murder threaten Hayes's conciliatory aim. It notes Republicans split between support and fear of pacification outcomes, citing DeKalb Mississippi and Gov. Steve’s crackdown as pivotal. It urges citizens to enforce laws to back or defeat Hayes’s policy.
Citizens petitioned to form a committee to inspect the venerable court house. The structure is described as dilapidated with cracks, warped cupola timbers, and unsafe plaster, raising concerns over safety and health of jurors and spectators.
Jacob Ihrig born February 25 1792 died May 3 1877 aged 85 years 2 months 8 days. He migrated from Washington County Pennsylvania to Wayne County Ohio in 1815 founding a home and contributing as a farmer, road planner, militia officer, and long time public official. He aided neighbors during hard times, helped haul provisions, served as Justice of the Peace County Commissioner and state legislator, and helped establish Salem Lutheran Church near Madisonburg. His death was mourned by a thousand at Madisonburg with funeral services by Rev D Rothacker and colleagues as the court adjourned in respect.
A portion of goods stolen from Weiler and Michael’s dry goods store was found near an oak in P Richer’s woods, three-fourths mile northwest of Congress, with no word on the thieves. Congress enjoyed a day of music as Maysville and local bands paraded and entertained locals. The temperance cause gained momentum as pledges were signed at a well attended Subbatl event.
At the Cleveland federal court Saturday morning Judge Welker praised the late Judge Emmons as a man of integrity, learning, and ability. Cuya hoga Bar Association President Hon 8. J. Andrews read resolutions honoring Emmons and asked they be spread on the court record. District Attorney Lee and Andrews lauded Emmons as a fine judge.
June 5 to 7 program notes in Delaware Ohio cover praise meetings prayer and Bible instruction. Rev J A Worden Rev James E Gilbert Rev Thomas Lee and Prof Juckerman lead classes reports of officers and committees, discussions on Sabbath school methods, and closing addresses.
General Orders announce Decoration Day on May 30 1877 to honor fallen soldiers of the War for the retention of free government. Citizens and ex soldiers are urged to decorate graves including those from 1812 and the Mexican War with floral tributes and Memorial Discourses. Fall reports to headquarters after ceremonies.
Wayne County Sabbath School Convention convenes in Orrville on May 29 and 30 with a schedule of devotions, addresses, and business. Notable speakers include Rev. QG A Hughes, Rev W H Painter, Rev P Kiefer, Rev D Wonders, Rev D Kosht, and Mr J B Taylor, with a 15 minute limit on most talks.
The New York 7rijune offers a series of choice popular novels at low prices. The first is Black Spirits no white by Francis Eteanor Trollope at ten cents for a seventy-five cent volume. The second is Two Lilies by Julia Kavanagh, available for one dime. A third title, A Charming Fellow, will follow, all printed large and clear, with easy ownership through local news dealers or direct from The Tribune office.
An obelisk praising Bismarck has been raised on the Hartz Mountains highest point. It features a relief portrait and an inscription in German. Funds were raised by subscription. A humorous exchange follows about Snobbs dancing with every lady and saving the best for last at the table.
The article discusses Dr It V Pierce’s claim that a panacea cure-all is a myth. It notes his Golden Medical Discovery as superior for pulmonary issues and blood cleansing, but states it cannot cure consumption or cancer and criticizes other blood medicines for overclaiming.
A certified state official confirms the incorporation and authorization of the Ohio Fire Insurance Company to engage in fire insurance business under law. The document outlines aggregate assets and liabilities excluding capital, and sets the formal conditions of operation and corporate status.
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