Ohio Republicans Endorse Harrison McKinley Aims and Protection
The Ohio Republican apparatus reaffirmed loyalty to the party and President Harrison, commending his administration as wise and patriotic. They praise Governor McKinley, uphold the McKinley tariff and reciprocity, oppose free coinage of silver, demand strong wool protection, pension support for veterans, and strict immigration enforcement.
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Ohio
Union
Republican Party
Benjamin Harrison
Wm McKinley
Democratic Party
House of Representatives
United States
Wip
Wheat crops fair but corn planting hindered by rain
The region reports fair wheat grass and potato crops though wet weather slows corn planting. Farmers are discouraged as some corn fails to grow. The Albany Hapress notes John Sherman’s nomination could sweep the country and urges trained statesmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Sherman
Sherman
Albany Hapress
Republicans Offered Joint Trumpet of Tribune and Republican
An ad offers new subscribers a special one year combo of The Republican and The New York Tribune for 1.50, asserting the Tribune as a premier national paper and urging Republicans to enroll, promising to place strong Republican literature in homes and to share the offer with neighbors and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Daily
Rae Republican
Fabi
Jackson's Sickscan Compound Promoted As Blood Purifier
An advertisement touts Jackson's Sickscan Compound as a blood purifier that cleanses impurities by acting on the stomach and liver. It claims cures for various ailments and offers trial packages with money-back guarantees, urging purchase from druggists or by mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
J A. Beau
Columbus
Jackson M
Middleport meeting with Meiggs County editor Dumble
In Middleport Ohio we met J W Dumble editor of the Meiggs County Republican. Dumble earlier partnered in printing with the late Senator Preston B Plumb of Kansas and worked with Whitlaw Reid editor of the New York Tribune. He remains a staunch Republican and supporter of Benjamin Harrison for renomination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middleport
J W. Dumble
Meiggs County
Dumble
Preston B. Plumb
Kansas
Whitlaw Reid
New York Tribune
Benjamine Larrison
POIL ARMOUR’S GOLD FIND NEAR FOLSOM TO SAVE FORTUNE
Chicago miner POIL ARMOUR once toiled near Folsom California collecting gold washings. He hid $100 in an old cotton handkerchief inside a copper pot in his cabin. A partner burned the pot with brush, but the money survived blackened and bent. Armour then carried cash in a belt.
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Poil Armour
Chicago
Folsom
Cal
Armour
President Harrigan and Veterans Reunion Vision
The piece imagines President Harrigan addressing Civil War veterans at a reunion, praising patriotism and the evolving political landscape. It extols the bond between the executive and ordinary soldiers, and foresees future leaders shaped by that historic bloodshed. The tone honors national unity and shared sacrifice across generations.
Australians dispose of Deeming in swift justice
Australians executed or killed the man Deeming, described as a brutal wife murderer. The piece notes the grim reception of such killers in the new continent and urges spreading the Australian spirit to other countries.
Public sentiment favors Harrison for renomination
The writer argues that endorsing Harrison is patriotic and necessary for his renomination, asserting no better administration has served the people and claiming a change would not benefit the nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison
Plumed Knight Support Grows Ahead of Blaine Convention
The Blaine campaign gains momentum as Minneapolis nears the convention with pro Plumed Knight sentiment rising. Critics note Blaine’s cabinet position with Warring ton influence, which curtails full public support for his rival Harrison.
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Blaine
Minneapolis
Warrisons
Harrison
Rainmaker Critiqued for Heavy Wetting of Country
In a lighthearted note the writer laments excess rain and jokes about stopping the rain maker’s work. They acknowledge complaints from friends and express a wish to curb further downpours until notice, framing it as favored restraint rather than a real demand.
Hon M L Guides Minneapolis Delegates at Convention
Hon M L offers generous service as a guide to navigate Minneapolis during the Republican National Convention. He notes delegates will arrive amid a gathering of prominent figures shaping the next president and the platform for four years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hon. M. L
Minneapolis
United States
Equal Citizenship and Indian Territory Settlement Proposal
A historical text argues government must guarantee citizenship rights to freed slaves and proposes opening Indian Territory for exclusive settlement by colored people. It suggests allowing a self-governing state for blacks if rights in southern states remain blocked, and discusses relocation as a path to equality.
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South
Warning to avoid dyspepsia and seek Ayera Sarsaparilla
The text argues that dyspepsia harms men and implies Ayera Sarsaparilla can restore health and vigor. It warns readers not to let the body deteriorate and to take action early to prevent crisis.
Abominable Nuisances in Killbuck Valley Mills
The author condemns outdated water mills along Killbuck that flood valleys and ruin property. Modernized mills are praised. relics that hinder trade and spread disease should be removed to protect neighbors and promote public welfare. Encourages peaceful or forceful action to eliminate nuisances.
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Killbuck
Wooster
Millersburg
Killbuck Valley
Decoration Day Plans in Wooster Honors Fallen Heroes
Wooster prepares for Decoration Day May 30 with ceremonies led by the Woman's Relief Corps and G A R. Citizens urged to donate and bring flowers for 1600 graves. schoolchildren asked to participate. The program includes marching to the cemetery, prayers, speeches by local clergy, and a salute to the dead.
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Wooster
Ead
Woman's Relief Corps
Pogt
Stroup
Draper
E. M. Beck
Martin Welker
Q. A. Hulls
W.C. Dawson
A. H. Jessup
W W Criley
Lost and Woman's Relief Corps
Kev C
Co 2
Bth
Notable Social Figures Appear in Boston and New York Scenes
A jumble of society names and anecdotes features Mrs Patlington Goeth, Mrs Ruth Barnett, and Miss Regina Murphy among others. Highlights include Ruth Barnett's Boston youth planning convent life, Miss Gladstone of Cambridge University’s female annex teaching, and a collection of shoes by Lady Malet totaling nearly a thousand pairs. Morphy’s talented niece Regina Murphy writes and performs a waltz for the Crescent City Chess Club.
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Patlington Goeth
UC Uato
RW Sloan
Custer
Eetaure Non Caguon
Buffalo Hurting
Ruth Barnett
Boston
Amelia Edwards
Helen Gladstone
Nejyntam College
Cambraize
Quifermity
Bymyntrude Malet
Hir Bl Ward Malet
Nobig
Halstead
Regina Murphy
New Orleans
Paul Morphy
Chess Club
Crescent City
Morphy
Peters and Barrett Tie, Local Couple Wed in Chicago
Norwalk Q May 17 report states William How Peters manager of Peters Cloth Company wed Miss Cora Barrett in Chicago. Miss Barrett formerly lived in Wooster Ohio and taught in Columbus and San Francisco public schools. The couple are cousins in marriage.
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Norwalk
William How Peters
Peters Cloth ‘Company
Chicago
Cora Barrett
San Francisco
Wooster
Peesal
Columbus, W
Public notice of a sales oath and cure advertisement
Frank J Cheney, senior partner of F J Cheney, swears to the firm’s Toledo business. The advertisement promises Hall's Catarrh Cure sold for 75 cents and offers a one hundred dollar reward per case cured, with testimonials requested.
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State OF Ouro
Orry
Toledo
LucAs County
Frank J Cheney
Fim
F. J. Cheney
Cole
Heny & Co
Ohio
Best sewing machines and supplies offered at Standard office
The Standard offers sewing machines, second-hand machines for sale or rent, and repair services with needles oil and supplies on hand. J J Slanker promotes Chamberlain Eye and Skin Ointment with a Dow City Iowa testimonial, noting its eye healing claim and a 28 cent box being sold by Laubach Bayd druggists.
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City Hall
Gale
J.J. Slanker
BEN Heath
Dow City
Iowa
Laubach & Bayd
Wm. Westlake
Avoca
Neb
Chamberlain
J. J. Lagrange
Laubach
Boyd
Excursion fares on Pennsylvania Lines for several convention trips
Tickets from principal stations west of Wittsburg offer round trips at reduced fares to destinations including Minneapolis, Cedar Rapids, Helena, Chicago, Detroit, Newark, Washington, and Millbrook for events such as the Republican and Democratic conventions, German Baptist meetings, the Supreme Lodge, and the National Encampment. Return limits vary from a few days to mid July or August 1, with details available from ticket agents or F Van Dusen, Chief Assistant General Passenger Agent, Pittsburgh.
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Pennsylvania
Wittsburg
Minneapoli. Dlinn
Republican National Convention
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
German Baptist Conference
Helena
Mont
Ith
Supreme Lodge
Chicago
Detroit
Midh
American Medical Association
Newark City
International Christian Endeavor
Washington
Millbrook
F van Dusen
Chaef
Littsburgh
L’addito Ta
Sat Witts
Ohio
Indiana
I’ van Dusen
Pittsburgh
Free copy of Treatise on the Horse Offered by Publisher
Arrangements with Dr Kendall Co. publish ers of A Treatise on the horse and his Diseases allow subscribers to obtain a free copy by sending their address with a two cent stamp to Dr J J Kendall Enosburgh Falls VT The work is a standard authority with over four million copies sold in ten years The offer is limited and requires mentioning this paper.
Decoration Day plans and local notices in Milton township
In the country G A C Micheal of New York City visits his family. Decoration Day will be observed with 2 10 start and speakers. Various local items note illnesses votes, religious meetings, and residents visiting or traveling. Local electors face June 1 local option, drays fear drys, and many towns report heavy rains and flood damage.
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New Yor City
Guy
Irene Weiler
West Salem
Dqo
Garver
Thomas Ferguson
M. E
Stroup
Hagerman
Kelser
Thomas Armstrong
Anian Township
Milton Township
Edgar Boone
Akron
W.Z Mornsonuardson
Rebecca Stemmons
Pittsburg
Eorta
Stemmons
Samuel Smith
Noah Amstuty
Ed D Yoder
Canton
Sharon
Catherine Hecker
In memory of Charles W Cleng Died May 8 1802
In memory of our brother Charles W Cleng who died May 8 1802 aged 341 years 0 months and 21 days. The verse laments farewells to friends wife and children and speaks of death as a pathway to God's praise and eternal rest.
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Charles
W. Cleng
Obber
Missing driver Connell leaves shop owner short of funds
John Connell once employed as driver and salesman for J Caskey’s store vanished after dinner Tuesday leaving four children in destitute circumstances. Reportedly he took money from customers and disappeared during Mr Caskey’s absence. the Republican reporter offered no denial or confirmation of the theft.
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John Connell
Caskey
Connel
Memorial and community notes from a small town
The fragment lists local events and notices including improving health of May 30 resident Little Mary Hower, visits by Miss Hallie Mellen in Creston, and social calls by the Hollaways in Weadsworth. It mentions attendance at the AfF quarterly meeting at Congress, families visiting N A Hower, and memorial service plans with flowers to be brought to the art rooms Monday.
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Elemenmal
Mary Hower
Irvin
Mapsield
Wade
Hallie Mellen
Creston
Eorge Hollaway
Weadsworth
Aff
Congress
J. A Hower
Lee J Hower
Jodi
Hower
Hen Tibball
Akron
Josie Lutz
Zuekoy
Missis Jessie
Essie Blanchard
States Express Company
King
Tuee
Hart
Hev Cole
Topob
Cliton Township
Vollardingham
Seeang Soipe
Schamp
Mrss Schamp
Wast Salem
Kev’ Baldwin
Boochurch
Massillon visit notes and local business boom
Mr and Mrs A Dauchy and family of Massillon spent Sunday here. The week features booming real estate sales, new drug firm arrivals, and busy millinery shops. Decoration Day address to be given by BF Hoover of Lodi.
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A. Dauchy
Massilion
Springboro
Messisller
Fredericksburg
Cleveland
Hatiold
BF. Hoover
Lodi
Geo. C. Rare
Schultz Avenue
Eugene
Ughlia
Geo Schultz
Main Street
A. C
Levi
Rudy
Fach
Adam Weiss
Orrville
Jenry 2
Weimer
Wheeling
W. Va
Star
Alton
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Republican
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Champaign
Supreme Court
William T. Spear
Trumbull
Jacob F. Burket
Hancock
Josiah B. Allen
Athens
Board of Public Works
E. Loly Barger
Coshocton
William McKinley, JR
J.B. Foraker
William H. Hahn
Asa Bushnell
RM. Nevin
BE. W. Poe
M. M. Boothman
JS. Atwood
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Myron T. Herrick
John Prinlip Sousa
Alo
Hood
New York
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Repub
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Honest Party
Grand Old Republican Party
National Republican Journal
Wyoming
Connecticut
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Harrigan
Epjoy
Thig. Morith
Frederick
Brooklyn
Glenmore Ave
East
Brooklyn, N. Y
Barrow
Westchester Co
Alva
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Harris
Creetan
Harriss
Emil Faber
Llder
Samuel Funk
Mary E Mannat
J. W. Welty
Lettie McDonald
Paola
Martin Welkar
O. A Hills
W. C. Dawson
W. W. Criley
Charles W. McClure
H L. Kubns
Capt
G. P. Emerich
John van Nostran
W. A. Robison
North Market
North Streets
Tery
Gaunides
Graves
Andrew Trunk
J J. van Nest
John F. Barrett
Eb Stroup
Harry McClarran
W McClure Lemuel Jeffries
J Pinkerton
Andrew Hranstetter
Hubert J. Smith
J W Christy
Poc Given
F Muller
JB Taylor
Enos Iferson
Samuel Metzler
Martha A. Webster
T Robison
John D’ Miller
Albert Harry
Andrew Branstetter
G P. Kmrch
J OB. Linkerton
James W. Christy
John Hell
A Hf. Martin
D C Corry
Hf Blessing
Peter Fetzer
F Clodfelter
Samuel Moses
L’rocure Floweras
Jennnie Boyd
Ken Eichar Juthena
Baughman
Nellie Chnedinst
Ida Refter
Bia Hotkstar
Jennié L. Warner
Sara Wattmore
Emma Chawford
Isa Hughes
Antue E. Hurst
Dawtf
Rice's
Mouth Market St
Wooster, Ghio
Mrse Carnot
Trench Repabin
Radfield
Bradfield Regulator CQ
Atlanta, Ga
Drogglets
Pennsylvania Lines
America
Standard Railway
Zimmerman A Co
Crestor
Laubach & Joyd
Hkice’s
Kaines
Cincinnati
Sterling
Wali W
Uae
Parts
Burbank
Dalton
Wayne Sabbath School
Wayne
Spangler
Wayne Township
Anna Campbell
Strong Station
Syquisficg
California
Couisville
York
SMIPH
Geneva Nursery
Geneva
Brown Brothers Company
Nursenymen
Rochester
Baward J. Barrett
Woostreit
Plan Township
Ube
Olgarni
A Bruce
Howie kaAnvlow
Elisha
Lefore
Hoc Sweeney
Fesce
Anna D. Jones
Oro
Parker
Colo
Rtp
Inetsen
Bhp & Bate
Charles Gaus
Marshall, Mich
Woolen Mills
Quinby & Kline
Dr.j.p.clegg Medical Co
Noble St
Advica Free
China Silks
Fle
Aves Crana Silks
Bay J Eents
Pn’ Wey
China
Oberolser
Scientific American Agency Fore
Muns & CO
Broadway
Dutico
M & CU
Bushens
Wayne County National Bank
Wat Worster
Kfsoul Roes
Bathing House
National Bank
Slate OF
County of Wayne
A. I. S Frost
Sieee
Breolt
Ereoly
Wyrum Holsington
Wayneunty
Obra
DRAC
Knektrick
Hay
Wekolf
Latuer Wayne Co
Yocum, Wooster
Bats
Bald City
Ldw
Co. Ams
Griselman
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