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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1905
Page
5
A 19th century testimonial letter from John O Atkinson and others tout Peruna as curing chronic catarrh and rheumatism after years of illness. The note cites jaw and throat issues and claims dramatic relief, with assurances of genuine testimonials and a $10,000 bank reward for authenticity.
Sterling notes heavy frosts influence forests shedding summer coats. At Menngnite church Rev. Albert Schumaker from Bluffton will lead services starting Sunday 10:30 with winter arrangements. Ladies Aid to provide dinner and supper on section day. Also mentions a quiet wedding last Wednesday between Ely Perriwood and Belle Johnson.
Sunday service at the M E church led by Rev E M Housely former local minister. Charles Pearce builds a new barn now nearly roof ready. Davis Hootman’s barn nearly usable. Lake Fork school opens with about fifty pupils. Mrs Luther Heichel and daughter Gladys from Iowa visiting relatives before returning home. W S Alexander and S A Leech ship stock by rail from Funk. Maude Beard of Indiana returns home after visiting. Flora Metzler of Akron visits her mother near Lake Fork. Frank S Austin travels to Akron for business. Rev C C Slater and family plan to move to his new field of labor at Salesville O.
Mt Eaton residents report visits and relocations in Strassburg and Massillon. A planning mill accident injures Paul Cabot’s hand while 4H notes corn harvests. neighbors husk 350 bushels of corn. Others journey to Cleveland Toronto and East Massillon, with several families moving.
Daniel Bauman of Canaan township suffered paralysis unloading hay at Wheeling and Lake Erie yards and was taken to his son Edwin Bauman’s home in South Creston. Mrs. Jonathan Knestrick improved after a three month visit. Miss Mattie Boley visited Akron relatives. F M Sulliger and Charles Leagie visited, while Mrs J C Bittinger and daughter prepare to move to Chicago. Mayor Jordan was in Westerlvilla on business. George H Hay suffered heart trouble but expects no serious issues. Creston plans a lecture course with its first number billed soon.
A reunion of the Snure family was held at Wm. Snure’s country home with relatives from Indiana including Jas. Van Gelder and Geo. Snure. Jay Tienp son died last Friday and was buried Sunday. he leaves a father three sisters and one brother. Mrs Wisard and daughter visit relatives, and infant child of Mr and Mrs Sam Kidd was buried last Monday. Mrs Ray visits at Isaac Hoffer’s home. Miss Helion of Columbus is visiting at her father’s home.
A string of guests visits in Chicago and Missouri connections while local families host in Ashland. The Parker Concert Co. headlines the Methodist church Tuesday night as a premier attraction with top artist performers expected to draw an enthusiastic crowd. A solo concert by Miss Emgenia and pupils is planned for Saturday evening November 4 at 7 80 o'clock, featuring vocal and instrumental music with cordial invitations to all.
Sunday visits by Myrtle Barth and J F Simon. temporary guard Arthur Garver at Mansfield Reformatory. Reformatory staff changes, trips to Pennsylvania, and local church exchanges noted. Sale by C Norlepley, move to Akron rubber works, finances from a pre-sudal event, local horse loss, and community entertainments. Telegraphs and telephones expanding in Canaan Bend. marriages, sales, illnesses, and social events detailed alongside church and school notes.
Burbank residents report visits from Smithville Akron Enid and Medina. Rev Castle moves to Creston, Rev Warner preaches, and a church program at Congresa features the Harmans children. A horse accident near town left Mrs White bruised and a buggy damaged. A newborn son born to Harry and wife is noted along with various social visits and travel.
Mrs. John Kain of Franklin township broke her right hip in a runaway accident. The horse-drawn wagon was jolted when frightened horses ran away toward a neighbor's home. The couple's young child was uninjured but nearly froze before help arrived. Dr L. Yocung provided first aid.
Dr W B Winkler and family visited old friends, including Tommy Wilour, a well to do farmer. Wilour expressed confidence in Republican principles and predicted Gov Herrick’s re election. The doctor praised Wilbur’s cooking recalling past dinners.
A long contested piece details alleged ties between a bridge-fraud ring and county commissioners in Wayne County. It cites contracts, bid rejections, and savings for taxpayers, praising reform advocate John F. Harrison and warning voters to scrutinize candidates’ stand on bridge dealings and pensioned perks.
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