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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1902
Page
4
A terse 1902 item notes Ohio political chatter including Tom Johnson, Lipton, Quay and Henri Watterson. It mentions Carrie Nation's accident, safe burglars in Western Pennsylvania, and hints at political shifts in the Thirteenth District as St Jackson's Day approaches.
Latest returns from the Thirteenth Ohio district indicate Bee Norton has faced harsh internal backlash. John R. McLean and Tom L. Johnson prepare to spend years debating factional divides within the party.
The text notes David B. Henderson in busy campaign speculation and Mr Johnson calling the 1904 contest a first skirmish. It questions the real battle to come, with the president suing and opponents warned to watch practical moves for 1904 unless Congressman Burton begins a decisive campaign to avoid ending up among the scattering.
Marie Corelli asserts that Aaneri satire aside, millionaires are vulgar yet many would not hesitate to become millionaires. Her stance highlights social tension over wealth and aspiration in a culture wary of opulence.
An impulsive tramp reportedly stole an engine to power his escape, with observers noting a bold, strentone move amid the pursuit. Details remain unclear as the scene unfolded and authorities investigate the incident.
General Smith seeks vindication as rumors of separation from the Hell Roaring name fade. Republicans won in Porto Rico defeating the Federals, while the young hand persists with steady progress and claimed improvements.
CM Sehwab risks distancing himself from the rumored million dollar stake as rivals claim rapid growth in the steel trust. Observers say this may be a standard maneuver by magnates seeking to annex influence and wealth.
A clipped note suggests Venezuelan rebels have been decisively beaten while Castro contends with difficulties in convincing them to accept the outcome. The remark implies ongoing political strain for Castro despite the rebel defeat.
The community reports no complaints about smoke nuisance so far, and factories in many cities are being alerted that residents have not filed grievances regarding air pollution.
In Wayne County, most residents voice agreement with the election outcome, admitting a shared fatigue toward President Schwab’s extravagance. A lone objection persists among Americans who wish the results had tipped in another direction on this side of the water.
A discussion on coast defense for new possessions continues amid a wave of shows touring. A New York woman suing for breach of promise was awarded six cents, with the court denying her the thirty cent feeling. Louis G. Bernard of Cincinnati comments on Tuesday's election results, suggesting his influence may have been limited but real.
Grand Duke Paul exile over marriage to Pistolkoff. Emma Goldman barred from speech to anarchists in Providence RI. Quincey actress who swallowed a Swiss watch adds odd U.S. incident, with likely social backlash and cautionary tale tone.
The man defeated in the Twentieth district for Congress was nominated due to Cleveland council membership and declined a bribe. After failing to earn a livelihood by that route he should join a museum and be shown as a curiosity. Governor Van Sant, who opposed J J Hill’s action against the Northern Securities Company, reflected by a 55,000 plurality, suggesting Hill’s opposition might be a regular factor.
Report states Dana Hanna’s former wife and current wife have reconciled and become close, a harmony seen as pleasant for the women yet potentially awkward for Hanna if he is troubled by such matters. The note suggests public concern over personal matters affecting the spouse trio.
A German baron who arranged a contract with an American marriage syndicate to win a rich heiress ends up with a widow acting as a lady’s maid and now sues for damages and blackmail. The case draws reactions from across the water as observers call out taste, silence, and speculative calculations about Wayne County politics and Republican versus Democratic hopes.
The article discusses Henri Watterson comparing Fred Arthur Poe Gorman of Maryland to Cleveland and Hills, implying one Hill equals about 8313 Clevelands in his view. It also notes a new Mormon bid in the United States Senate, targeting Reed Smoot amid Republican support shifts.
A fragment notes strong supporters of Brigham H Roberts acting against Smoot, claiming better men would prevail and opposition would fail, while predicting both Roberts and Smoot would meet defeat as the people resist efforts.
Akron and Toledo papers report Wooster university defeated Buchtel college 50 to 0 on Buchtel field. Wooster's strong interference and long runs dominated, while Buchtel showed mixed effort under Coach Fireston. Other items note social anecdotes, health quips, and a humorous misprint about undergarment buttons.
Enthusiastic Wooster citizens relay test results praising Dean's Kidney Pills from Zimmerman & Co. drug store. Mrs Hindman reports headache relief backache easing and restored kidney action, plus renewed energy for her 13 year old boy. Describes the product as a valuable remedy sold by Fester-Milburn Co. at 50c per box.
Licking County Circuit Court calendars show hearings set for April 7 and October 18. Court actions include filings and docket scheduling for various civil and criminal matters. Proceedings are expected to address pending motions, case status reviews, and related legal deadlines.
Since Saturday evening residents discuss the disappearance of Celia Jordan and James Bennett a Chicago bricklayer. Bennett, who worked on university buildings this summer, bought two tickets for Windy City and left on the 1026 train. Jordan, from Massillon, was a stylish young woman known in Wooster hotels and had faced opposition from her respected Massillon family.
The First Presbyterian church formed a committee of A S Shupe Frank McClure and J G Talbot to receive and solicit subscriptions to reimburse Mrs B F Eason about 300 for fire damage to her residence. The group canvassed Monday and made good headway.
Game Warden Michael Bauer found numerous nonresidents hunting near Blackleyville and Shreve. State law requires nonresidents to hold a $25 hunting permit issued only by the clerk of courts. Bauer discovered Cleck Esselborn had not issued any permits and planned arrests after pursuing leads south Tuesday afternoon.
The list presents the remaining mail at the Wooster post office for Monday November 10 1902. Names include Bert Ackerman Pearle Arthur C V Brown Joe Coblen Wm pendentine Andrew Korp Walter Kinney Mr and Mrs F B Liggett W A Myers John a Mary Ellwood Bee Miller C J Maynard Orla Priest J H Stanbaugh Suth 32 A Scott A nrner Miss Irwin Daisy Ketter ite Mrs Aereinte Ribcat HS Miss WWW
Willis D Wilson and Susie Auk ermaec are listed along with Henry Denbrook and Manda Biner of Orrville. Charles Rice and Beulah Atkins of Wooster appear with Geo Cary and Mary Musser of West Salem. Seglye James and Anna Bucher of Moreland join Arthur Downes of Crestline and Mabel Taylor of Shreve. Joseph Freidel of Cleveland and Mrs Mary Brookhart of Doylestown also listed.
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