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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1905
Page
3
Gov. Hanley spoke on corruption in politics before a large audience at the university opera house. Judge S B. Eason presented the lecturer, who noted timely thoughts on grafting amid the election. Many citizens met Gov. Hanley after the talk. he later addressed students.
City plans refunding bonds for North and South Market Street paving, to be issued within weeks. It will be the largest issue in years, delayed to avoid a tax on bonds, with sales expected after the election to secure a lower interest rate. Work may start next week or the following week as overdue bonds are settled.
The university catalogue shows a total attendance of 1158 for 1905, a gain of 139 over 1904, with no name counted more than once. This is the largest attendance in the history of the institution and praised as a notable achievement for all concerned.
A pamphlet style essay argues that housework imprisons women, while praising Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a cure for female illnesses. It quotes testimonials and outlines ingredients, claiming the remedy strengthens weak women, calms nerves, and restores health without alcohol.
Special to THE REPUBLICAN reports Edward Gunlieff received a six year penitentiary sentence for the Adams Express robbery in which about $100,000 was seized. Gunlieff’s conviction highlights a major postwar crime case involving a high profile heist and notable payout.
In testimony before a legislative committee, Metropolitan Life President Hegeman said the firm made only two campaign gifts, in 1898, totaling 8,500 dollars to the Palmer and Buckner gold Democratic managers and to the national Republican committee. He stated these were approved by the finance board and were moral rather than political.
New York visitors greet Admiral Prince Louis as he visits New York with cordial and humble reception. He tells reporters that war would devastate New York, noting the fleets in the river could reduce the city to atoms and that New York needs peace.
London reports that a package to Coutts Bank holding a marriage certificate and proofs shows George IV was legally married to Mrs Fitz-Herbert, after 70 years of secrecy being opened under King Edward's permission. Also notes a Nashville actor's death and Italy's King Emmanuel's birthday greeting from Roosevelt.
An old advertisement extols Dr Miles Heart Cure claiming to relieve chest pain difficult breathing and palpitations by strengthening heart nerves and muscles. It warns against exertion and urges readers to take action to keep the heart vigorous and avoid danger.
On a Friday dawn a street brawl erupted between State Senator-elect F. M. Vanover and John S. Adair outside Adair’s office. Accounts differ over who provoked the fight with Vanover claiming Adair cursed him and Adair saying he was warning Vanover about untruths. Vanover swung with a mix of blows and uppercuts while Adair defended, the fray ending with spectators watching. Vanover’s five-dollar Stetson was knocked off as the two men clashed.
Onlookers recount a scuffle between Adair and Vanover with blows exchanged in a public spot. Andrew O Brien acted as potential second, while Mayor Van Nest ordered the fight stopped. Adair bore a plastered wound. both men remain at peace prior to a Democratic gathering on January 8.
George R Bardoin longtime leading Orrville jeweler died after a lingering illness. Born Weymouth Medina county in 184 his career began in Medina then Wadsworth as a watchmaker before arriving in Orrville in 1870 to open the town s first jewelry store. Survived by Mrs Bardoin two children Mrs Charles King and Arthur Burdoin who ran the business with him.
A stable owned by John H. Snyder in Creston was destroyed by fire between 5 and 6 p m Thursday. Local residents aided in fighting the blaze, keeping it contained to the Snyder building. The fire started when a lantern was upset by a young man. Snyder’s loss is estimated at 300 dollars. Telephone wires were briefly knocked out, causing some cost to the company.
A Plant company plans to enlarge its washer factory by installing a five foot stack boiler and improved equipment. The firm expects to sharply increase its workforce in the coming months as production scales up to meet expected demand.
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Ten indictments for violations of the election law and two for assaults at polls were drawn by the grand jury after last Tuesday’s election. Attorney General Mayer and State Superintendent of Elections Morgan led a continuing investigation into alleged frauds, with witness testimony ongoing and plans to prosecute those charged. Henry E. Yonge consulted as special counsel for Mr Hearst during the probe.
Seoul reports Marquis Ito to present Japan policy and seek Korea’s protectorate status after surveying conditions. Plan includes army occupation and naval presence at Chemulpo. In New York, Harold Prescott confesses to a $100000 gems robbery, saying profits were about $5000.
Deputy supervisors of election report county and state returns with majorities for Pattison 5800 over Herrick 3495 and Hanck 4881 over Harris 3404. Other races include Rice 4728 over Ethie 3880 and Orr 1456 over Shamp in probate. Constitutional amendments pass yes 6583 to no 1027. biennial elections approve 4956 majority.
The first in a series of entertainments to raise funds for encyclopedias and music for singing clubs impressed with both program quality and financial success. The event featured musical numbers and a well rendered literary segment, showcasing student talent under Miss Martha Webster. The boys’ club stood out, earning long applause, with more shows promised by the school and eighth grade in the near future.
The Canton Bridge company two bills continue as the week’s fret while Mr Lehman moves to reconsider them. It is not known when the bills will be taken up again but likely soon and a decision will follow one way or another.
A four year old boy named Worke started a blaze Friday afternoon that consumed a large barn owned by Andrew Johnson at Milleraparg. The fire destroyed bay, oats, wheat and clover. Local authorities investigated and no injuries were reported.
A Jamaica Plain woman endured twenty five years of sciatica with excruciating neuralgia before using Dr Williams Pink Pills. After four months of use she reports relief within two and a half months and full recovery in four, restoring her ability to work as a dressmaker. The ad claims Pink Pills purify blood and aid nervous disorders and lists Schenectady NY as the company address.
An advertisement extols Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as the best remedy for indigestion season. It claims the product digests what you eat and helps the digestive system assimilate foods into tissue and blood. It also asserts relief from sour indigestion symptoms.
Fragmented timetable mentions Wooster limited and Cleveland routes with arrival and departure times from public square. Includes scattered station names, connections to Lins iste Purina Springs and other locales, plus a stray medical ad for constipation relief referencing Dan's Rew gent.
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