11 Nov 1896
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1896
Page
1
The Republican asks all local correspondents to report any supply shortages and to send brief weekly letters by Monday or Tuesday. Readers are urged to ship fresh news promptly, as numerous small updates in a column are preferred to longer delays.
Banks in Pittsburg and Cleveland report a flood of gold deposits the day after the election, with $450,000,000 hoarded by some estimates and widespread gold payments on deposits and bills. Chicago and New York see sharp drops in money rates as confidence returns and gold flows revive currency markets.
The article notes strong speculative markets with New York and London leading gains in stocks and grains. It reports closing above Monday’s quotations, a larger trading volume in New York, and a mixed move with silver certificates dropping while bar silver fell slightly. It quotes optimism that McKinley’s election signals prosperity, then ponders a hypothetical bank withdrawal crash.
The piece analyzes Wayne County election results noting a drop in third parties and minimal impact from new parties. Republicans total 4312 votes, Democrats lead with a record turnout, Bryan's plurality over McKinley tops 1264, and past highs from 1890 and 1894 are contrasted as data awaits official footings.
Bert E. Lance wed Miss V. Miller at minister Jennie Metsker’s home in Rittman Wayne County Ohio on Saturday Oct 31 1896. Couple are Medina County residents and were greeted by many friends with a large reception and supper at the bride’s parents’ home.
Judge John D. Nicholas presided at a Wayne County brief court session. David Berger pled guilty to burglarizing Coshoc ton Childrens Home and C. E. Wilhams grocery. sentenced to one year in Columbus penitentiary. Jennies Hookesney granted a divorce from Lysle Brockaway on desertion grounds. Next term begins Monday in November.
The readable portions describe body parts and health topics, but the overall meaning is fragmented. It mentions the liver and polio in an unclear context, with garbled phrases that limit precise interpretation.
West Salem O November 4 1896 reports a satirical and scathing column attacking free silver era figures and McKinley supporters. The piece mocks Bryan supporters and laments political violence while defending republican ideals and free speech. It references Grover Cleveland and the 1896 campaign atmosphere with strong editorial voice.
Prom Thursday's Daily reports varied local deaths. Sarael Grady of East Bowman street died at 10 30 am from a paralytic stroke. Born April 28 1828 in Wayne county, he lived on the farm, built an orchard, and became known as a fruit expert. Family includes daughter Mrs Howe Odenkirk and son Josiah M Grady. Funeral at 1 pm Saturday from his East Bowman home. Interment Wooster Cemetery. The notice also covers East Liverpool death of Air Goodwin and death of Edith Ewing, five, with funeral Friday at 1 pm and mother Mrs Ewing ill with typhoid.
In Tuscarawas and nearby counties sharp vote tallies show Bryan leading in Coshocton and Coshocton, with McKinley carrying Stark, Summit and other regions. Reports detail county tickets, congressional results, and local officials, noting swings since 1892 and recounts pending official counts.
An 19th century style ad promises One Hundred Dollars reward for any case of Catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It claims endorsements from local merchants F J Oreney Co Toledo and others. Inclusive testimonials assert cure and universality, urging sales by druggists.
In letters from Wooster and Port Townsend dated Oct 21 and 27, 1896, officers of the 120th Ohio Veteran Regiment deny claims that their unit was newly formed or untested at Vicksburg and Arkansas Post. They assert their brigade affinity with Osterhaus, defend their fighting trim, and rebut misstatements about regiment discipline and leadership.
Attendees recall Marion Lawrence of Toledo and look forward to the next convention in Shreve on Thursday and Friday. A. H. Gross, ex Michigan and Ohio Sunday School Association secretary, will replace Lawrence. Croza spoke of practical, helpful talks. Delegates invited, programmes available from Miss M. E. Gordon, Wooster.
Rev John Murray of East Bowman street bade farewell as he heads to the Chinego mission field by the Synod of Ohio. Dr Henry, in the United States on leave, arranged for his children's education while praising medical missionaries. A union meeting at First Presbyterian drew large crowds. Murray noted critics miss the mission's gains and cited Canton testimony by a non Christian official. He spoke on the mission’s progress and the pivotal role of medical missionaries in opening inaccessible districts. The Shutung station urged his return. $500 supported his journey, and the Synod completed funds to send him. The gathering closed with prayers for renewed support and future missionary effort.
The State Board of Agriculture lists 1896 lecture dates across Ohio. Wooster Opera House hosts Nov 30 and Dec 1 with J H Brigham and Prof Thos F Hant of Ohio State University. Shreve hosts Feb 15 and 16 with Col Brigham and Charles W Barkett. Creston hosts Feb 17 and 18 with Col Brigham and Mr Barkett, assistant to agriculture.
Inonc H Myera of Wooster Ohio recommends Wright's Celery Capsules for catarrh and rheumatic symptoms. A letter dated May 21 1886 notes a purchase of the capsules and claims relief from pain after one dose, praising the medicine as most effective.
The Baltimore and Ohio announces a half fare sale to Louis, Missouri with round trips offered on November 12 and 18. The offer applies to axcarmonkets and is restricted to specific routes and fares through the railroad’s conversion schedule.
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