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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1905
Page
3
A Wooster citizen, JD Van Nest, longtime insurance agent, recounts using Doan's Kidney Pills after back ache and urinary troubles. He credits the remedy for relief during summers and over eight years, noting occasional slight symptoms but rapid help from a few doses. Sold by Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
A remedy named Kenne Gay’s Laxitive Honey and Tar promises to drive a cold from the system as a cathartic on the bowels. It allegedly clears the throat strengthens the lungs and bronchial tubes. Advertised as best for croup and whooping cough and sold by all druggists.
Charles Strotsacker a 31 year old traction company employee was electrocuted while trimming trees along a high tension line four miles north of Medina near Grafton on Wednesday afternoon. He died instantly from contact with the Groveland Southwestern Traction Company wire.
The article weighs whether Price Russell of Creston will enter the Democratic congressional race next spring. It notes Russell as county chairman and suggests he may pursue the nomination, with Wayne County backing him. Possible interim appointments under the new governor are hinted, along with other local aspirants.
A mother’s worries and sleepless days are described, urging use of Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription for women’s ailments. Endorsed by Emma Petty and medical professionals, the tonic is claimed to strengthen maternal health without alcohol. It advocates education on anatomy and sex laws via Pierce’s Medical Adviser.
Elmer E Cunningham and Mise wed at Frederickaburg parsonage officiated by Rev B Be Boushoor. Mrs A Lewidon Fhorediy celebrates 88th birthday with friends. Valley College class hosts Mrs Wise and pupils, many moving to Tennessee. Nora Belle wed to Ma GC Wolfe at Orrville home with family present. Farmers' club meets December program outlined. Hindman wedding in Wooster evokes gifts and hearty congratulations. Several receptions, music, and social exchanges accompany the season's events.
Senator Foraker of Ohio explains a bill to amend the Interstate Commerce Act to curb discrimination and excessive rates, extend JC power to all discrimination forms, and allow quick court relief. He favors expert examiners and curbs on passes and through rates unless ships are American. Federal supervision of life insurance discussed in Chicago with cross party club invitees.
An old advertisement claims Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea restores energy and vigor. The pitch emphasizes increased strength for a price of 35 cents, with Laubach & Boyd as the sellers.
Fragmentary ad text promotes "Early Risers" pills claimed to aid digestion headaches constipation and kidney issues. Listing mentions a system and nature theme with scattered garbled words, suggesting a vintage consumer health promotion.
Hannah Plant of Little Rock Arkansas credits Bucklen’s Arnica Salve with curing five years of fear and supporting healing. The testimonial describes the salve as a marvelous healer for cuts burns and wounds and notes it is guaranteed at Laubach Boyd’s drug store priced 23 cents.
Cleveland and southwestern traction Co operates hourly electric cars from 5 a. m. to 9 p. m. with pickups to Greston Saville Chapera Gake Medina and Saveland, connecting to Linn stherin and Wellington Norwalk. fares start at $15 per hour and rise to $4.50 for certain routes.
Seek Boys. Cr Bair, manager for the Mo dican Oat and Guards, reports a reply from the American Bottle Co indicating interest in building a plant locally if boy labor issues are resolved. He calls the letter encouraging and aims to convene a Board of Trade meeting to present all correspondence. The company seeks natural gas supply and potential startup, with plans contingent on prompt action within two weeks.
After football ends, university basketball gains top priority for the season. Ohio State Reserve Kenyon Oberlin and Hiram are among opponents the Wovaterites will meet. Players will face exciting class fumes, vying for varsity selection. The team will tour during the holidays to sharpen for the college games after New Years.
Friday program by the Shakespearean Literary Society featured vocal solo A Dream by Ethel Rockey, debates on excluding Chinese from the United States with Niros Glaine Koble and Joe Larwill, several recitations by Mary Fombelle Crigsie Yoder and Florence Yoder, multiple orations by Katharine McCurdy Martha Maize Lena Kettler and Marie Harvey, an extemporaneous take on Why Friday after Thanksgiving Should be a Holiday, and Edna Smith with The Football Synxon, Warren Hostler.
Canton groom Horace Barbanagh and Marshalville bride Orpha Frase reported as married licenses in Toe Republican.
The obituary column records Hiram S. Haosberger formerly of Smithville dying in Medina after typhoid fever, with funeral services in Medina and interment at Wooster. It also notes memorials for Mrs Elen Miller Cravenstott and Hiram Hunaberg er, detailing service locations, floral tributes, pallbearers, and attendance by relatives from Smithville and Wooster.
We sincerely thank the many friends and neighbors who offered kindness during the long sickness and on the death of our beloved sister and aunt. We seek to repay in this small way and express deep gratitude. MISS EMMA MILLER J. F MILLER AND FAMILY
Mrs Mary Gagner of 576 South Somner street Helyoke Mass describes long weeks of dizziness and weakness forcing her to quit her mill job She credits Dr Williams Pink Pills with a full recovery after taking two boxes and continued use She praises the medicine for rebuilding blood and restoring energy and health.
A clipped item from a historical page notes Tae defeating Massillop and Anthracite AlLurders swiftly, with contact details listed as Office 28 N Bayer and phone 2 percent, R J Smith manager.
Laubach and Boyd tout Miona as a practical reliable stomach remedy offered in tablet form with a money back guarantee. They claim it eases heaviness after meals, belching, gas, irritation, dizziness, and sleeplessness, promising relief in a quick, rational way. A 50 cent box is recommended, with no cost if health is not restored.
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