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Wooster Republican

Location

Wooster, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1902

Page

3

Shredded Biscuit Girl In Elkhart Jeopardy

Miss Lulu Barney a handsome Wooster figure known as the Shredded Biscuit Girl lies near death from revolver wounds fired by Dr Harry Gulinger of Elkhart who had shown her attention. Doctors offer little hope as she was courted by several young men and had a prominent family background in Elkhart Indiana.

Lulu Barney Wooster Miss Barney Ted Elkhart Ind Harry Gulinger Gulmyer

Ballot dispute over Jackson residency at North Lawrence polls

In Massillon Independent report, a Jackson ballot was challenged by Democrats who argued he does not vote in this county. The man recently married to a Wayne county woman may reside with his wife there but continues living in the county. The judges could not decide his legal home and sealed the tally for the county board of elections.

North Lawrence Jackson Wayne Wayne County J. P. Jones County Board of Elections Massillon

A and W Railroad Progress Near New London

The A and W railroad work advances from Savannah toward Ashland with light grades, allowing rapid progress. Mr. Camp has not settled a Savannah to north route and will inspect New London thoroughly. An under crossing of the Big Four and Northern Ohio lines at New London could lure the line there, avoiding costly grade crossings. New London residents await Camp’s decision while upholding their agreement pending reciprocal action.

Ashland Savannah Camp New Erie Erade New London New Isendon Evon New London Record

Engineer patent for improved side bearing device

Charles Havens of the B & O shops at Zanesville has secured a patent for an improved side bearing apparatus for freight cars. The device increases clearance in sharp curves and reduces friction on bolsters. railway experts deem it effective. Master Car Builder Bentley of Baltimore is interested and B & O cars may be equipped.

Charles Havens Zanesville Bentley Baltimore

Kentucky Bill Dies After Being Found in Crestline Yard

William T. Smith known as Kentucky Bill, employed in the Crestline Pennsylvanian railroad yards, was found mortally wounded under eight cars on Wednesday night. He died at the railroad hospital at midnight. An orphan with a sister in Glencoe, he had planned to visit her next Christmas after saving money. His death saddened railroad workers who cried and some quit.

William T. Smith Crestline Kentucky Glencore Bill Prine Street James Kean Cleveland Thomas Gunn Charles McNiel Sandusky Millersburg, Wooster and Orrville Telephone Company Berr Kean Stoll Ryall Bruiges Gunn

Asleep Amid Flames and Patent Medicine Claims

A blaze exposes sleeping occupants saved by firemen as warnings about coughs and colds mix with advertised medicines. The text touts Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption and Foley's Kidney Cure, with testimonials from Duffy of Ashley and ad mentions for Laubach Boyd and Zimmerman.

Laubach & Boyd

Man Recounts Forty Years With Piles Resolved

Local resident Mr G Haney of Geneva Ohio reportedly endured piles for forty years and sought relief. Doctors advised treatment with DeWitt’s W W, while alternative remedies included sand dollars amid attempts to find relief.

Mr.g.haney Gene’ Eneva Ohio DeWitt

Guardians and estate actions listed in court notices

Guardian appointments and estate filings include Laura Keister as guardian for Goldie and Sylvia Keister, bond $800. Joseph Gindlesperger as administrator for Thomas Howey with first account. Charles Cooper as executor for Veronica Himmelsbach with inventory and appraisement and real estate sale. Fawcett ill seeks appointment for Wm Larwill with bond 31000. J W Myers as guardian for Hiins and Florence-Mearig with vital accounts. James B Taylor as administrator for Peter Schmidt with inventory and sale of real estate. E W Warfel guardian for Henry and Isa Warfel with final account. Isaiah Biggs executor for Henry D Biggs with sale bill. Anthony W Wells guardian for Christian Swank with bond $2800. Robert Kollert guardian for Ida Kollert with bond $3850. will of J Leatherman filed for probate. Morris D Heyl guardian for Ora and Herbert Heyl with bond $1400.

Harry B. Bertolletta Laura Keister Goldie Sylvia Keister Joseph Gindlesperger Thomas Howey Charles Cooper Veronica Himmelsbach Fawcett Wm. Larwill E. W. Warfel Henry and Isa Warfel Isaiah Biggs Henry D. Biggs Anthony W. Wells Christian Swank Robert Kollert Ida Kollert J. Leatherman Morris D. Heyl Ora Herbert Heyl

Ohio National Guard to inspect armories nationwide

Adjutant General Gyger ordered a general inspection of Ohio National Guard armories including Wooster and Company D. Colonel Taylor will lead a strict survey to deter theft of military property, with missing items deemed lost and payment demanded.

Gyger Columbus Ohio National Guard Wooster Taylor

Oberlin Wooster Football Scheduling Confusion

A Cleveland paper claimed Oberlin would visit Saturday November 15 for a game, a mistake. Oberlin offered to come for 250 dollars with about 175 dollars profit, but Wooster declined. The varsity instead plays Dennison on that date.

Cleveland Oberlin Wooster Vvarsity Dennison

Public praise for Chamberlain cough remedy stems cough relief

A Wheeling resident Ralph S Meyers writes praising Chamberlains Cough Remed y for severe cough and cold claiming three bottles cured his illness and chest symptoms vanished. The note notes the product is for sale by all druggists and mentions diphtheria relief.

Chamberlain Ralph S. Meyers St. Wheeling W. Va Ke Wiphtherla Thomas Eclertric

Mail Rates to Columbus via the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad announces excursion tickets from all local Ohio stations to Columbus at a round trip fare. Tickets on sale December 1 and 2 with return by December 5. For details contact a Baltimore and Ohio ticket agent or business address.

Columbus Ohio Baltimore & Ohio Railroad The Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company Peareat Baltimore &Ohio Ticket EL Re Chicago Colorado Denver Colorado Springs Manuay Rock Island Missouri River Lings Perry Omepin Park Ridg Pittsburg

Objections Filed Over Y Franchises in Cleveland

Businessmen resist a proposed Cleveland and Southern electric line franchise for Buckeye Street citing potential street crowding on excursion days and traffic disruption. Signatures of proprietors representing over half the front footage reportedly secured, while rumors of a Liberty Street double track were debunked. Work on Market Street continues progress.

Cleveland and Southern Electric Menm Buckeye Street Buckeye Market Liberty Street Market Street

Wayne County Property Transfers And Executors Deeds

Wayne County records list numerous property transfers with buyers and amounts including Michael Booth to Loverna Booth for lot 235 in Shreve at $1200 and Margaret Yarnell for lot 85 in Shreve at $1000. Executors deeds show W F Wintersteen and Lillie May Wintersteen transferring 20 acres in Chester to ApF Mowery for $900 and other township parcels for $787,580 and $1,100.

W. V. Denny Minnie M. Denny Michael Booth John D. Deyarmon Loverna A. Booth Shreve Margaret Yarnell Celeste J. Harrison John F. Harrison Franklin Township Fredericke—Rodertsacher W. F. Wintersteen Lillie May Wintersteen Addison Houser Pf Mowery Chester Township C. Z. Yoder J. K. Hartzler Susan Gingrich W. S. Wertz Baughman Township John Kook Mary Stauffer Frank Naftzger Canaan Township O. Campbell Lina Brown Parker D. Campbell Wm. H. Campbell Ceperess Township

Startling Surprise Helps Tilden Blacksmith Heal Rheumatism

A robust blacksmith from Tilden Indiana suffered ten years of rheumatism before Electric Bitters cured him. He credits two bottles with relief, noting no discomfort for over a year. The remedy purifies blood, aids kidneys, and improves digestion. Available for 50 cents at Laubsch Boyd’s drug store. Foley's Honey and Tar also recommended for coughs and colds by Laubach Boyd and Zimmerman Co.

A.I. Headley Tilden Ind Laubsch & Boyd’s Mwik Foley's Laubach & Boyd and Zimmerman & Co Gertrude E Fenner Muncie Zimmerman & Co Laubach & Boyd

Excursion Ticket Prices Highlighted by Pennsylvania Lines

Fragmentary notice from a 19th century railroad paper advertises low fare excursion tickets to New Orleans and the Atlantic coast. Mentions Pennsylvanian Line agents, new containers, and the possibility of future applications being fed to ticket offices.

Ocean Americs Ankers

Delightful Recital From Wooster Artists Course

The second in Wooster’s Artists Recital Course featured Hans Kronold, Miss Caroline Harter, and Mrs. Wellman. The trio performed Schumann and Chopin works with refined ensemble play and strong individual solos, drawing warm applause especially for Harter's Rondo Capriccioso and Borowski encore.

Wooster Hans Kronold Caroline Harter Wellman Miss Harter Borowski Geneva Conservatory Martenn Magen Schumann Tappard Ronald

University to Dedicate Buildings on First Anniversary

University authorities plan to dedicate the campus buildings on December 11 1903 marking the first anniversary of the fire. Completion by that date is hoped though some officials doubt finishing in time.

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Railroads Seen Creating Car Famine Amid Coal Shortage

Report claims rail firms drive a car famine despite a coal strike settlement. Empty gondola cars sit on switches for days, signaling scarce transportation amid ongoing labor tension and disrupted supply chains.

Democrats Claim Victory In New York Attorney General Race

Special to Tank Breunnkay New York Nov 7 Democrats lead the election of their candidate Cunnan for attorney general by 13000, about the same margin Odell the Republican secured for governor.

New York Cunnan State of Odell

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