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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1899
Page
2
The column spoofs political and social trends, noting rumored Manila events, Dreyfus case drift, and McKinley support shifts. It mocks Washington reform hopes, praises or critiques leaders, and lampoons Bradley Martin and New York society taking allegiance to England. References to Toledo Jones and the Paris shipwreck pepper the gossip.
In Ohio politics, rival GOP factions clash over control as Wayne County Republicans nominate Hon. M. L. Smyser for governor. Smyser’s stand against bossism and his call for people rule unite anti faction forces, with hopes other counties join Friday night to back a rejuvenated party under his leadership.
A fragmented note recalls Memorial Day’s tradition of decorating graves of fallen soldiers with flowers and paying tribute to their sacrifice. The text reflects solemn reverence and the enduring memory of those who served, though much of the passage is garbled.
The text honors soldiers from the Rebellion and later wars who sacrificed their manhood and lives for freedom. It proclaims lasting praise, gratitude, and remembrance, saying their spirits endure where liberty is oppressed and that the flag’s greatness owes much to their deeds.
May weather brings farmers busy with replanting after rain. Wheat and grass grow well. pears and cherries yield light crops while peaches are scarce. Memorial address at Fairview Church draws large crowd. Cuban and Vid Glory flags decorate auditorium. Wesleyan Methodists baptized eight converts and added 16 to church list on May 21. Locals Miss Mary Aylesworth and Miss M r Aylaworth visit. Attorney Weygandt gives Memorial Day address. families from Apple Creek and Wooster visit Big Prairie. recovery news from Camp's dray plant fire victim.
Applecreek notes Memorial Day family visits and lodge delegates from Columbus. Village council closings and a new street rear of the Reformed church planned. Odd Fellows lease hall space. improvements projected. Sickness in Mrs Elmira Clark. Memorial Day programs with speakers Wile and Patterson. East Union township picnic July 10 features Smithville Band and a lengthy program. Major concert and orations listed with local names and events.
An advertisement touts Dr. King's No Life Pills as the source of iron nerves and indomitable will, claiming health powers from stomach and kidneys to boost brain and body. Available for 25 cents at Lat bach & Boyd's drug store.
A man named Manis was killed along with another victim after being struck by a B&O train while near Sterling. His wife and daughter suffer from shock and grief as the community gathers for the service and funeral arrangements. The report notes weather threats, a large crowd, and tributes including county officials and church groups. Other local items include church construction progress, a funeral, and a Republican convention visit.
Widespread interest marked the event despite inclement weather as Wooster and local families gathered for the high school commencement in Predersburg. Rev A M Bird delivered the sermon and the program featured a literary entertain ment, musical selections, orations, recitations, and a piano solo. A district conference, C E convention, and class activities filled the weekend, with graduates receiving congratulations from relatives and the community.
A claimant from July, a prominent citizen of Mo, credits a remarkable remedy with saving his life after a frightful illness. He says fever, pneumonia, and consumption were overcome, and he now feels greatly relieved. Trial bottles are offered free at Laubach & Boyd's drugstore with a guarantee.
Vague plea or note mentioning guaranteed care or aid appears garbled. Names, dates, and clear facts are unreadable, leaving only partial references to health or mediation without verifiable specifics.
The Smithville community held two commencements with veterans marching to Bethel, baccalaureate sermons by Rev. G C Smith and Rev E L Smith, and evening services. Next Friday and Saturday plan for Normal Halls and public high school commencements announced. Local residents Mrs Yoder, Miss Yoder, Miss Marie Bellé Dressler and others listed among attendees and visitors. Republican convention attendance noted and plans for a correspondents' picnic on Aug 24 with Chautauqua train specials and rail discounts announced for Aug 19–28.
Havana May 20 In American military circles a notable success in paying Cuban claims is reported. The opposition for payments waned as three hundred privates applied, many who bought arms not on muster rolls. Most arms came via Guanabacoa stores and kept by civilians to secure shares of American gratuity. Some Cubans entitled to pay obtained arms to retain their weapons. Over 200 still awaiting pay as the car tours Havana after June 16 with extra days likely. Poster notices announced pay sites. many officers aided applicants while some Cuban units were mustered out.
The 13th Anniversary Convention of the Wayne County Union of Christian Endeavor met in Orrville with Wooster delegates among 29 attending Friday. Rev C Merull spoke on serving one’s generation, followed by a Welcome address by Rev C A Boorg and various programs through Friday night and Saturday.
Grain and stock quotations for May 20 show mixed livestock values and commodity bids. Prices include steers around 4.00, feeders 3.00 to 4.50, hogs 2.00 to 3.50, sheep and lambs around 4.00 to 7.00, and wheat corn oats and mixed stockers listed with varying bids. Regional buyers and markets reflect Western cattle, Texas hogs, and Colorado lambs with several grade distinctions and quality notes.
The report lists cattle hogs sheep and lambs prices, with buyers and terms across categories. Prices show prime and choice lots for fat cattle calves hogs and sheep, plus grain quotes and liver markets, reflecting a bustling regional market snapshot.
A patchwork of social updates from Wayne Township includes visits by Lydia Swatsgood and Mrs Sop, Rev David Hosteller and family to Indiana, John Glat from Pittsburg, and Myra Showalter with Miss Mary Owalt. Festivals, church events, temperance meeting notes, and local business activity at J A Ault’s enterprise store are mentioned along with arrangements for Decoration Day and a newly organized ball club.
Memorial service held May 29 led by Rev. Martindale with a review of the war era. Local figures, visitors, and church events are listed, including plans for Hpworth League, Old Folks Reunion, and various travels and family updates from Creston, Doylestown, and nearby towns.
May updates report farmers planting several acres of potatoes and fruit. Miss Alba Myers visits with Mes Mauri Fike, while Miss Loia Whitworth earns a one year teaching certificate. Residents acquire new wheels, and Jasper Miller and J F Myers plan summer work. The Frazier family hosts guests. Warne changes Communion to next Sabbath. Arthur Smith visits, a heavy rain hits last Saturday with thunder and lightning.
May 29 report covers Guy Michel's eight week vacation in New York with friends and Congress praised for improvements. Spangler and daughters hosted a large party last Tuesday with many friends. Three applicants seek the primary department of the local school, none yet for the Pepe farm. The superintendent holds eight months in one role and the primary teacher for five months. The Whitmore property remains under repair by its new owner Hettinger.
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Mrs Streetan of Newark New Jersey describes relief from long standing female ailments after taking Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and using the vaginal wash. She suffered monthly pains uterine and ovarian problems including leucorrhea and severe bleeding, then recovered significantly after treatment.
A reader testimonial reports relief from irregular menstruation after using Lydia B Pink Vegetable Compound. The note states after two bottles, monthly cycles have become regular and recommends the product to others.
The Auditors office announces bids by June 17 1899 at 7 o clock for furnishing materials and labor to erect a jail wing adjoining the Sheriff's residence to replace the old jail. Separate bids on each class of work and materials, with option for entire project, must include a 1 percent certified check and bond. Plans and specs available at the Auditors office. By order of the Commissioners A B Peckinpaugh County Assessor.
Notice to Contractors invites bids by June 1 for sub district work on a school house in Wayne County. Bids must include full names and disclosures, be accompanied by a bid guaranty, and comply with state law. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any bid and to select the lowest responsible bid for labor and materials. Jesse W. Opart, Clerk of Head Township Education Board.
Readers heard about a major ticket sale from Cape May to Ocean City and beyond. Officials announced a 16 day sale period starting with a formal opening event. Tickets and dates were outlined along with details for the excursion route and venue locations in New Jersey and Maryland.
Readers are invited to a Lake Winsont resort for a summer season full of rest, recreation, and entertainment. The notice mentions amenities, accommodations, a roadside station, and dates from May through September with ticket and access details.
A summer travel promo invites readers to join an ocean voyage to ten seaside resorts including Atlantic City and Sea Isle City. Tickets are priced to attract the idler crowd, with return trips lasting ten days and travel arranged via agents in Cleveland and nearby offices.
Fragments report altered train times on Pennsylvania lines. The garbled note cites different departures and requests inquiries to G. Chleaters Weys for details.
The Pennsylvania Lines extend directly to summer seaside destinations along the Atlantic Coast from Atlantic City to Long Branch with connections to Newport Narragansett and New England havens. The system reaches New York resorts and Adirondack retreats, promising eased travel to coastal and mountain retreats in the eastern states.
Sale of county bonds by the Wayne County Board of Commissioners will occur Saturday at the county office in Westmoreland. Bonds dated January 1, 1900, payable in annual installments of 4 percent interest, with a face value of 500 dollars each, are offered with a minimum bid equal to face value and a two percent certified check required for each bidder. The board reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
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