Monument dedication honors McKinley and civic progress
The Wooster Republican reports the Canton monument dedication honoring late president McKinley as a lasting tribute to his life and values. It notes the mayoral race in Cleveland, shifting political currents, Roosevelt’s appeal, and local calls for Honest governance and strong civic leadership. The piece also references Zion City medicine rhetoric, railroad finance rumors, and national figures like Rockefeller in a broad, opinionated tone.
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Canton
William McKinley
McKinley
Vuruin
Ohio
Chicago headlines and temperance town musings mix in column
A scattered column from Chicago reflects on Judge Landis and Roosevelt ending their vacations Remarking on a Kansan drugstore selling whiskey and drags the piece hints at temperance town jokes It notes Hearst denying a presidential bid and hints at Taft support in Nebraska amid Bryan's ties to the state
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Kansan
Taft
Nebraska
Willam Jennings Bryan
Pretty wedding joins Wooster couple in Waynes county
A Wooster wedding unfolds at the Franks home with Florence Lillian Franks uniting with Jollobatles James. The ceremony, conducted by Rev Patterson, features a white and green lawn decor, a Penficine wedding march, and a reception for about seventy-five guests. The bride, a former Waynes county teacher and community leader, and the groom, a Franklin township farmer, are praised for their suited match and bright prospects.
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Mra A. M Franks
Florence Lillian
Jollobatles James
Wooster
Se1e Franks
Patterson
Mesdamen Odenkirk
Franks
Watson
Hunt
Astors
Waynes Coupty
Epworth League
Ladies’ Aid Society
Franklin Township
North Chester notes and local events
Levi Stair 83 of Illinois visits sister Mrs Wesley Spadgler and daughter and returns home with brother Peter Stair 88 of New Pittsburg. Eighty neighbors surprised Benjamin Smith for his 50th birthday. Potato digging moving fast but light yield per acre. Wheat sown except corn and potato ground.
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Levi Stair
Illinois
Wesley Spadgler
Peter Stair
New Pittsburg
Benjamin Smith
Roosevelts Canton Visit Captivates Wooster Crowd
President Roosevelt's westbound train slowed near Wooster at 5 20 p m and the rear coach window was waved to cheering onlookers. Co D guards faced persistent crowds and an alleged anarchist was seized. Canton Wrights impressed with drill and parade maneuvers as Roosevelt praised the display and applauded James Whitcomb Riley. Many Wooster residents without passes felt excluded from the dedication ceremonies.
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President Roosevelt West
Wooster
Torough Wooster
Henry Street
Roosevelt
Co D
Canton
Lino
Liggy
Canton Wright
Glaa
Alcock
Teddy
James Whitcomb Hiley
Funeral of Bert Harman Reflects Deep Community Grief
Overton records a large funeral for Bert Harman killed last Thursday. The service at Bethel church drew about five hundred mourners, with Rev. J F Davidson delivering the sermon. Harman’s parents, siblings, and numerous relatives mourn his young death. Schmuck and Bevington served as funeral directors.
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Overton
Daniel George
Bert Harman
Bethel Church
J Lehr
G HB Lehr
East Palestine
Burt Harwan
Johyp Howao
Mowr
Jacob
Emma Harwano
Woore
Bart
Itia
J. F Davidson
Schmuck & Bevington
Mont-Eaton Notes and Local Socials
Oct 2 notes from Mont Eaton list sickness counts and visits. Mrs Alex Maurer and Mrs Frank Holm are ill. many residents visited Wooster, Orrville, or Canton races. John A Yobn laid a new telephone line to West Lebanon. Reformed parsonage barn rebuilt. farmers seek help for corn work. Philip Stair returns from Akron. Mary Maag home from Mansfield. sale planned for Lillie Abright family.
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Alex. Maurer
Charles E Thompson
East Union
Mia
K. A. Lucas
Wooster
John A. Yobn
West Lebanon
A. N. Roth
Ed Bediker
Philip Roth
Lillie Abright
Harry Matheit
Reformed Parsonage
John Wisegerbert
Canton
David Mincer
Indiana
Mohair fabrics listed by color and size
The notice details a 44 inch mohair fabric available in blue black brown and red. It lists color options and the fabric width as the primary specifications for potential buyers or suppliers.
Fall Silks and Dress Silks At Bargain Prices
Fall silks offered in multiple widths and patterns with prices from 19c to 30c per yard and up to $1.50. 19 inch plaid and stripe silks, 27 inch plaid silks, 36 inch plain and fancy dress silks. Taffeta silks in 35 and 86 inch widths priced at $1.00 to $1.50 per yard. 24 inch crepes for scarves at 50c per yard.
Fall Blankets Sale In Grey And White Tones
Local listing offers 10-4 and 11-4 cotton blankets in grey and white at prices from 55 cents to 1.60 dollars per pair. Items include 10-4 and 11-4 sizes with variations in color and bundle options.
Wooster Markets Produce and Grain Report
Market wire from Wooster lists Wheat contracts December at 98 percent May 104 percent. Corn December 5844 May 594. Usts December 51 percent May 58. Butter 24 cents per lb. Eggs per dozen 22 cents. Lard 10 cents. Chickens 11 cents per lb. Potatoes 60 cents. Grain prices cover wheat 95 cents, flour retail 5.00 to 5.50 per barrel, rye 8.5 cents, oats 45 cents, corn 70 cents, barley 45 cents, timothy seed 1.75 to 2.00, clover seed 7.00, hay 14 to 16, salt barrel 1.10, bran 1.25, middlings 1.30, wool unwashed 27 to 28 cents, fine 28 to 28.6 cents.
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Wooster
Livestock and Grain Prices Across Markets
East Buffalo, Cleveland, Chicago, Pittsburg, Cincinnati markets show cattle, sheep, hogs, and wheat prices. Cattle ranges include prime steers $5.50 5.75 in Cleveland and $5.25 7.30 in Chicago. hogs vary $4.50 7.15. lambs and sheep listed. wheat No 2 red around 94 98 cents.
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East Buffalo
Cleveland
Chicago
Plittsburg
Irs
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Eaton
J. Fredrick & CO
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Wooster, Ohio
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Ohio, This 19Th As of September, A. D
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Clerc
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Undertaker
Beresford Building
Liberty Street
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