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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1906
Page
7
An old advertisement describes kidney and bladder disorders in children and adults. It promotes Swamp Root by Dr Kilmer and Co as a remedy, claiming quick relief and offering sample bottles and pamphlets by mail, with testimonials from sufferers.
The Shreve bid opening for electric light projects was halted by a temporary injunction from Judge Eason. City officials led by Mayor A P Merkel and clerk James Bonham, plus several council members, were barred from opening bids as the legality of the process was questioned. Citizens allege the council acted unlawfully without a proper bid board. Local reports say residents blame the electric light companies for the injunction, while Shreve awaits illumination and calm. In Wooster, news arrived of Mrs. T C Pollock’s death in Sharpsville after a prolonged illness. her husband, a former resident, arrived with her remains and funeral services were held.
The Wayne County auditors and prosecutor conclude the annual county report ends August 31 1906 as correct except for a $173 overcharge to Robert L Adair for criminal services in the first half of the year They urge that criminal cost allowances not exceed fines and costs paid into the treasury and call for itemized separate county office bills and county office purchases restricted to official orders They also suggest separate itemized bills for road surveyor services on roads ditches and bridges and for chairmen markers viewers and other fees The examining team signing are McQuilen Booth and Carlin Prosty Atty E C Carlin and W I McGinlenen
The Union Depot play, staged by the Indies of the Shreve Christian church, filled the armory with a mass audience Friday night. About 140 dollars was taken in, with roughly 75 dollars net for church ladies. Helpers from Methodist and Presbyterian churches supported a strong performance with notable music and drills.
County Treasurer George Krieger discovers historical documents in mime papers revealing past treasurers Helman and Obliger. Highlights include loans made by Helman, a $1,000 note paid by N A L Garver, bankruptcy records, and correspondence about tax assessments on cattle. The items illustrate early local financial practices and interwoven community ties.
Daniel Falk of Dalton and Caroline Nuedbaum of Orrville. Charles H. Einstein of Pittsburgh Pa and Carrie Phillips of Wooster. Eugene Keener of Lodi and Charlotte Shaffer of Burbank. Chas E Young and Fare E Warner, both of West Safem.
In a pink and white decorated home on Iron Hill a quiet ceremony united Miss Carrie Phillips and Charles H. Einstein of Pittsburgh. Rev W A Littell presided as the ring service marked the vows. Out-of-town guests included Joseph Einstein of East Liverpool and Mr and Mrs A Shively of Cleveland. The couple left for Philadelphia then intend to settle in Pittsburgh.
Guardians and executors filed accounts and notices in multiple estates. Hearings set for December 3, 7, and 8. Appointments and bonds recorded, including Lena Santschi minor guardianship and letters ordered. real estate sale ordered for Christian Santschi estate.
An obituary list notes infant Janes Davidson’s daughter who died of marasmus at home on Stibts street. John Selders, age 7, a long-time county resident, died at his son’s home in West Lebanon. funeral at Lutheran church and burial in West Lebanon cemetery. William Funk, 82, former Chester township resident, died in Elkhart Indiana. funeral there. Mrs T C Pollock’s remains arrived in Bloomington. funeral and interment details follow with Rev. Williams officiating.
An old advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as the famous strike breakers that settle trouble and keep work moving. It promotes relief for constipation, headache and dizziness and lists Laubach & Boyd’s druggists and Krieger’s Drug Store as sellers with prices around 25 cents.
A historical brief notes Cascasweetiza barmlese a compound of vegetable extracts touted as wonderful for stomach ailments in babies and children. It is described as beneficial and is advertised as sold by Krieger Drug Store.
The pew road law to take effect December 1 abolishes elected road supervisors and replaces them with appointed township trustees. Each township split into up to four districts will have a district road superintendent who must work under the trustees. Wages range to 25 cents per hour for superintendents and 17 to 35 cents for laborers and teams. Ages 21 to 53 must work 18 days or pay money. work runs April 15 to July. fines apply for refusal to work.
A breach of promise case is set to be filed in Wayne County Court of Common Pleas against an Italian resident. The groom allegedly paid for the woman's passage from Italy, then denied her the promised marriage. He is said to be willing to pay her transportation back to Italy.
Charles Fletcher last week sold his stake in Fletcher and Berry to partner Wilds. The move ends Fletcher’s involvement and leaves Berry in control as the business changes hands within the city.
A 1003 year remembered in Alliance Kentucky as a year of blood due to a severe lung ailment. F N Tackett recounts nearly dying from a frightful cough before taking four bottles of Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption. He claims a complete restoration and permanent cure. Available at Laubach and Boyd drug store with trial bottles free.
Announcement confirms Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and long troubles is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law as it contains no cathartics or harmful drugs. Recommended as a dependable remedy for children and adults by Chas. E. Bixlerl and Laubach & Boyd.
B and C Washington and East list Youngstown Pittsburg Baltimore Philadelphia New York. Travel by through vestibule coaches and sleepers with the lowest rates and convenient connections.
Advertises B&O rail passes for home seekers from Nov 30 to Dec 4 with one way fare plus $2 round trip and a return limit of Dec 10. Mentions International Live Stock Exposition and a dental digestive health ad. Promotes Krieger's Drug Store and Bixler Modern Pharmacy with King’s Dyspepsia Tablets and Dr Shoop Green Salve offers.
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