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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1902
Page
5
Special to the Republican reports that the Presbyterian General Assembly decided to hold the next general assembly in Los Angeles. The announcement came from New York on May 26.
The jury in the matter of Wolf, Schiltz & Co. versus J. F. Amstutz awarded the plaintiff damages of 8157.18 and granted possession of the property at the start of the action.
Tools recovered from the Bell land well after the explosion that wrecked the derrick. The depth reached by the greenish oil on reinserted bailers indicates a likely oil vein below Beres rock. Careless visitors caused near misses. stockholders limit Sunday access to protect the works.
Special to The Republican Philadelphia May 26 Samuel Salter and ward politicians indicted for ballot box stuffing were acquitted by the jury.
Miss Bertha Martin of Massillon led the institution of a Wooster tent at G A R hall Monday night. Officers include President Mrs. Ella Zeigler, Junior Vice Florence McClarran, Senior Vice Iva Hophen, Treasurer Mrs J W Stahl, Secretary Jeannette Meshi, Chaplain Cora Trunk, Guard Daisy Applebaugh, Guide Deild Dice, Musician Ora Miller, Trustees Helen Brandt Ora Miller Leone Bogner, Color-bearers Margaret Applebaugh Katharine Brandt Dale Hall Marvy McClarran.
Frank McClure, local secretary of the postal board, announces a United States Civil Service examination on Wednesday June 11. The test covers practical intelligence and adaptability for postal work. Eligibility ages 18 to 45, prior exam status noted, with potential reexamination limited by applications in due time. Both male and female applicants with appropriate credentials may apply.
Memorial services Sunday filled the City Opera House with Given Post W R C Ladies of Kieffer circle and Daughters of Veterans. Rev. W A Littell delivered a thoughtful address on The New Kingdom and Christian civilization, praising Christ’s teachings on labor, education, art, and brotherhood, and honoring soldiers in the work of liberty.
The Wooster Board of Trade authorized a contract with James F Pocock R A Pocock and J C Haring to install the Pocock glass works. The deal includes at least 80 glass blowers and 180 total workers with a Wooster payroll of 180000 annually. Site transfer completed with $1800 paid, deed signed, and recording set. Pennsylvania road switch work discussed with plans to start factory construction promptly. switch may be completed within two weeks, with materials already purchased.
Letters from James B. Taylor and J W Pritchard praise Peruna for curing stomach catarrh and dyspepsia. They credit Dr Hartman and the remedy Peruna with enabling normal meals and complete recovery after years of discomfort. The notices urge readers to send details to Hartman at The Hartman Sanitarium Columbus Ohio.
Wooster stockholders formed Wooster Stones and Sand Co to supply Pocock Glass with sand. Quarries will be at Purdy Switch near Killbuck on the Cleveland Akron Columbus line. Officers include Mullins as president McSweeney as vice president McDonald secretary Obliger treasurer Duer manager.
Mrs. J R Hummelbau becomes Worcester’s first traveling saleswoman for Southern Gum company of Canton. She starts Monday, aided by husband, selling to dealers in larger state cities. The couple’s move lets them spend most of the year together on the road while expanding the firm’s reach. A separate note mentions P Van Nest receiving a letter from his son about joining the Appleton Wis team.
Jnnie Reese returns from Columbus. Alvi Fetzer painting A D.Somer’s house. Miss Philips of Medina aids caring for grandmother. Sherman Long recovering. Lily Zellars and John Eillog visit from Marshallville. Beside visits by Bervel and others, no Decorations day exercises in Canaan this year. Graves to be decorated at morning assembly with church bell toll. A surprise picnic honors Peninsula room and teachers on last day of school. Miss Yoder “disorganized” and Professor Jacot nearly afflicted. Absence of some households highlights class and denominational divides. “When the Roses Bloom” to be sung at Presbyterian Sabbath school. Guests include George Kline and others from Dayton, Gulion, Levin, and Kentucky. Local visits by Miss Kagarot Nakin, Edna and Nora Edgar, Beula Taoner. Oliver Gramily and Emma of Mansfield visiting. Nettle Hook and sister from Cleveland at home. Mr. Hoffman of Barberton returns from visit. Band festival draws crowd. decorations by M.ek church. Rev. George Mather, Galion mayor, will address at 1 pm.
A vintage advertisement notes that Dr King's New Life Pills aid digestion for thin folks, tone and regulate digestive organs, expel poisons, enrich blood, improve posture, and promote healthy flesh. Sold at Laubsch & Boyd.
Harding & Co. offers a lawn mower for 2.50 next to Court House with Mohawk Phe VAEROE and Philadelphia also listed. Subscribe for THE REPUBLIAN.
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