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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1907
Page
6
Fragmentary text describes a risky escape involving a rider near a tram or train, with mentions of an Express company, a perilous moment under wheels, and attempts to lift or rescue someone. Names and clear details are obscured.
Cleveland figure Jot Gime, a well known name in local industry, figures prominently in evolving projects and inventions. Reports describe ongoing collaborations with Our ville and related ventures, highlighting recent progress on a new production line and a forthcoming telephonic instrument.
The undersigned sincerely thanks friends for expressions of sympathy and flowers after the loss of a loved one. Special thanks go to the clerks for their kindness and to Rey Heilman and others who offered support during this time.
A fragmented ad style piece discusses constipation remedies and avoiding discomfort. It mentions Dr Calintos syrup and an unnamed product priced around cents, claiming relief for chronic constipation, diarrhea, and related symptoms with home care hints. It reads like a late 19th to early 20th century patent medicine advert.
A couple, young Mr Hiner and Miss Lydia Woeivatt, wed after eluding parental objections. They journeyed to Covington where the ceremony was performed by a local clergyman. Friends celebrated with a lively gathering that night, heard throughout the township.
A young boy named Jim Overa, aged one, is mentioned in a muddled narrative where a toy mishap leads to a moral about honesty. The piece contrasts poverty with expectation, noting the family’s struggles and a perceived missed reward for honesty in a civic setting.
Amos Meahl was brought before the mayor on a charge connected to threats and abuse toward his former wife Mrs Meahl. Neighbors reported loud arguments, vile language, and threats of bodily harm during visits to the Meahl residence. Mrs Meahl sought protection and medical attention after disturbances. Meahl was released on his own recognizance to appear when wanted.
Wheat sold for 98 cents a bushel to dealers, up one cent in a week. Corn prospects improve over last week, selling around 68 cents. Oats are about 65 cents to growers, with some dealers paying 53 to 65 cents for large lots.
In November a woman from Otterburn Michigan reports quick relief from a severe quins throat and breathing difficulty after using Chamberlain's Pain Balm. The ad promotes liniment for sprains and swellings and lists local sellers including Bixler's Modern Pharmacy and Krieger's Drug. Additional medicines advertise DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills for backache and urinary issues, and Dr. Thomas' Eclectic Oil for earache and sore throat, with brands bearing familiar tags and signatures.
A ledger lists receipts and expenditures for a local event in Wayne County. Items include payments to Bloomberg and numerous local firms for supplies, lighting, and banners. The report notes a total of 843.63 dollars received, 332.61 spent, and a balance of 81.12, with stamps and various services recorded through August and September.
A movement seeks to leave the circuit bench vacancy created by the absence of Judge T T McCarty Hite. The circuit has sat this week with two judges, though McCarty’s term lasts another year and a half. Attorneys in many counties want three judges to review cases, easing the workload on the two and offering relief if possible.
Unclaimed letters as of September 30 list names such as Samuel Bollinger David Chrety A Ro Kaylor Carl Myerr Miller and others including Miss Hazel Steet Dora Optern and W B Bryson with postmaster notes. The misspellings and abbreviations reflect old clerical records and common 19th century notation.
On Wednesday morning, Counts Surveyor Knepp oversaw the sale of the Pitain and Clinton ditch excavation and cleaning job. The large project drew many bidders and was sold for well below the engineer’s estimate.
A Kentucky resident credits Chamberlain's Salve with restoring sight after 33 years of sore eyes and 6 years of total blindness. Ad touts drugstore availability and a money refund guarantee for Foley's Honey and Tar cough medicine. Also promotes Pineules for kidney relief and DeWito's Kidney and Bladder Pills with money-back offers.
Telegraph services in this city recover from a strike with Western Crown and Wooster post offices handling traffic at prestrike speeds. Manager Hershverg says business is picking up, though recovery will take time. Weather reports resume service soon as operations stabilize.
A letter from Wooster readers discusses Devoe paint usage, with various homeowners and contractors reporting gallons estimated and used for jobs, including comparisons to prior paints and notes on coverage. The missive cites names and towns such as Lynchburg Virginia Florida Texas and San Antonio, illustrating differing consumption and outcomes.
Obituary for Cresten Overaker former publisher of the Creston Journal and later of the Rimereburg Gazette Pa who died at home in the village. He was a man of ability yet firm in his strong convictions causing some to object. He was reportedly pursuing a successful business venture at his passing.
The Chester township Republicans met at the township bell on Tuesday evening Oct 1 and named a full ticket for the fall election. Trustee Ezra Landaw trustee Daniel Dintaman clerk Dura E Brerly treasurer Eluer E Sejchly assessor John E Miller justices Harvey D Lingle William M Thompson constable Joan Beeker board of education Benjamin Norton and Frank O Reichard ditch supervisor Edwin D Bowman.
A corny editorial asks whether the North Pole can be abolished by international agreement. The writer imagines someone girding human hearts to erase the polar region and ponders the bold feasibility of such a move as a global act.
An advertisement for a Bi- Chemic Medical Institute claims a bronchitis and deafness treatment is painless and effective. It touts vapor medication and electrical ear massage to restore ear bone elasticity, reduce noises, and prevent lung disease with inhalation therapies. It asserts no germ can live in contact with the treatment and promises immediate relief to long-untreated cases.
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