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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1903
Page
4
The Wooster newspaper humorously surveys contemporary politics and figures. It comments on Clarke retaining bank stock, David B Hill's fate, and President’s message to Congress. It jokes about Rockefeller, the steel trust, the German emperor, and other public figures.
Lon Dillon again breaks half and quarter mile records for apee, praised as a champion smwashers figure. The article notes eccentric remarks about the duke of Roxeburge and May Goelet, plus various business and public speaking items, including Ned, Patti, Mr. Bryan, and J. P Morgan.
A garbled OCR fragment hints at potential cabinet ties and financial claims. Mentions John Mitchell, George Baer of a coal group, and Ge Lansley asking Congress for funds. Details are fragmentary and uncertain about actual events.
The piece notes a strong display of distinction and a triumphantly won election. It underscores a clear preference and decisive result, with emphasis on prominence and a notable victory.
A comment notes Mayor Low’s tenure in New York cost about $100000, suggesting Tammany figures will push to pass that bill along to ordinary citizens who will foot the expenses.
A New Castle Pennsylvania minister advocates a capital offense law to punish possession of a will. Officials doubt public support but the proposal prompts discussion on how the community would react if such a law were enacted.
Prominent Democrats consider reforming the party while discarding the silver proposition. They may keep it temporarily as public sentiment will remove it in due course through steady, regular political process.
Reportedly James R Keene made six million dollars on the short side of a steal scheme. The gentlemen who claimed months ago that he was insolvent due to a firm’s failure now note he has sufficient means to tide over until warm weather returns.
A dispatch notes Miss May Godlet and the duke of Roxeburge wed in simple ceremony. Church decorations cost about $1000, the bride’s gown valued at $5,000, and attendants’ attire around $4,000. Gloomy financial tone contrasts with restraint in lavish expense.
Nov 16 Ellis Wales is the ward of his brother. Prof Wiles at Tiry next week. The Methodist church undergoes repairs. D Somers and wife plan a Pittsburg visit for several weeks. Miss Ara ftzel of Medina hosted by Mrs Mary Weidrich. A chicken pie supper at John Snell’s home on Thanksgiving. Preaching at the Presbyterian church moved to eleven in morning. study at 10. evening service at 7:30. John Barton of Michigan, formerly of this place, stopped by last week. Mrs. Mary Scott and daughter Mina visiting Harrisburg and points east.
Smithville readers glimpse a bustling village pride. The piece recalls education growth, a robust debt-free village, and a thriving trade network centered on the Pennsylvania railroad. Local merchants, harness makers, carpenters, and restaurateurs are highlighted along with a chautauqua a baseball team and a growing real estate market reflecting a town awakening from earlier boom times. The report honors leaders, a farm economy, and the community’s push toward enforcement and progress while noting saloon debates and moral concerns.
Mrs Col E J Gresham of Herndon Virginia writes from Fairfax county praising Peruna as life saving after catarrh and lung trouble. She used six bottles and felt they were worth a king's ransom, urging friends to try Peruna while noting widespread positive letters on file. The Peruna Medicine Co. offers a free book for women titled Health and Beauty.
In a boastful account the Smithville area touts its thriving business scene and growing services. It notes a local bank with 60 000 in responsibility and 47 000 in deposits, a telephone exchange nearing four lines, and a population reach across Wooster Orrville and surrounding areas. The piece highlights multiple town assets including two stores greenhouses and post office with rural delivery.
An 19th century insurance record shows an official seal affixed by JOHN F BARRETT, Agent at Wooster, with the verifier signing and dating the document. The text references net assets and expenditures for the year, and shows formal attestation by the superintendent.
A notice advertises reduced excursion fares to Chicago on November 29 and 30 for the Fourth Annual International Live Stock Exposition. Tickets are via Pennsylvania Lines and available through nearest Ticket Agent of Pennsylvania Lines.
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