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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1903
Page
6
A reader requests medical guidance and special information for home treatment. The note mentions a dry sore remedy and asks for specifics, claiming no cost. It references a company in Atlanta, Georgia, and a need for swift, targeted advice.
Massillon High School light team was unable to advance against the university squad Friday afternoon, beaten 28 to 0 on the athletic field. Hamilton and Lehman each scored for the visitors, with Garvin and Crouch also contributing. Referees were Spencer and Harrison. game time 20 and 15 minutes.
Letters received by Mrs H B Christine reveal the life of William Phillips who died in an accident at Millbrook coal shores. The missives describe a childhood without a mother's care, early separation from family, and a 21 year old son held up as a model of virtue. The correspondence includes pleas for more details about his death and questions about his life insurance and final moments.
Pension attorney J P Van Nest reports allowances for veterans in Wooster Applecreek and Dalton. Names include Daniel Sharp John Garman Lewis Stauffer Joan PB Hess Anna Bolus and John T Clark with monthly sums from 8 to 14 dollars and dates ranging 1902 to 1908. Accrued pensions for Harriet W Whittier Anna Bolus and Sarah E Cameron are also noted.
Wooster residents record endorsements for Dean's Kidney Pills claiming relief from backache kidney troubles and urinary issues. A testimonial from John B. France of 62 South Walnut St praises the product after use with no further back or kidney problems, aided by Zimmerman & Co drugstore. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents per box. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY is sole agent for the United States.
The piece reviews upcoming intercollegiate basketball at Wooster with a focus on rule changes for free throws and game officiating. It notes one umpire per game, referee shared duties, and adaptation by teams after a long tradition. Contenders for the state title include Reserve, Almair, Mt Union, Oberlin, Buchtel, and Wooster.
A J Fredrick treasurer of the street fair and carnival presented a weekly finances statement at the committees of general arrangements meeting. The report shows balance on hand 82 60, subscriptions 408 50, excursion receipts 500 15, privileges 220 40, total 1 161 55. Expenses itemized total 1 161 56 with advertising 418 00, ads 265 00, free attractions 150 00, cash premium 191 00, street sweeping 20 75, excursion expenses 90 80, leaving a balance on hand 26 50.
In Doylestown on November 13 two hunting incidents occurred near the village. A 12 year old, son of Ellis Collier, was wounded in a wooded area at Rogue's Hollow while with 16 year old Anthony Paradon. Paradon fired a new gun at targets, and Collier was struck by lead pellets hitting his head, face, arms, and legs. One pellet passed through clothing over the heart. A physician attended to Collier.
Thirteen hours of work raised a balcony over the pavement in front of the American House hotel. Jacob Datsweiler and crew began Friday at 11 05 PM and by Saturday morning the structure stood, prompting talk as Landlord Zeigler risked action by council to avoid a potential injunction.
County commissioners Friday awarded a contract to Howenstine & Russell of G2 Canaan township to build 1408 feet of piked road at once along Jones Bottom. Specifications require a 16 foot wide brick and cinder surface, earth banks, and macadam bed. county to furnish brick at 25 cents per load, contract price set at $520.
The board met in regular session on Thursday to discuss street, sewer, and water improvements. Supt Boegner reported securing a Keystone water test meter and will conduct thorough tests on all disputed savings sites. Citizens must accept test results as board members back the superintendent. A resolution proposes an ordinance setting a grade on Pearl Street between College and Beaul avenues.
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