11 Oct 1899
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1899
Page
1
A Cuban group objects to General Wood accusing him of tyranny while praising improved sanitary conditions in Santiago. The piece mocks Cuban habits, jokes about bathing edicts, and blends political humor with unrelated riffs on figures like Dewey and Aguinaldo, ending with notes on Vanderbilt and Cornelius Jr.
Canton Wink the Team shot to victory over Wooster in the all day tournament under Wooster Gun Club auspices. The event featured 9 bird, 19 bird and team shoots with high scores by L. E. Myers and H. M. Brown of Canton and L. Dowds and A. E. Luce of Wooster. Local doctors and residents praised the event, and plans emerged for a future fair shoot.
Miss Margaret Birdelle Switzer daughter of Mrs K C Switzer and David B Carse of Chicago were married at the Hudson Avenue Cleveland Congregational church on Wednesday evening. The ceremony was conducted by A W Hiatt with Miss Mary A Griffin as maid of honor. Belle Marie Switzer acted as bridesmaid and Dr A West of New York presented the bouquet. A reception followed at the bride’s sister Mrs Obert Kutre’s home 254 Mercy Avenue. Mrs Carasa formerly a reporter on The Republican.
A fragmentary notice recalls the death of Mrs. Jane Gailey Dysart in Mansfiel, detailing her lineage from Westmoreland County, teaching career in Lexington and Glathe, marriage to Thomas Dysart, and later life in Wooster and Canal, with a funeral planned at her sister's home. The piece also notes student election activities at Westminster for class officers and department colors.
A fragmentary ad narrative extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a universal remedy and stresses its role in improving blood quality and curing rheumatism, dyspepsia, and skin issues. It links the medicine to industrial-scale production, cites testimonials, and urges readers to start treatment. The text also references Chamberlain's Colic Remedy and acknowledges grateful users.
Judge Eason presided in Wayne County Court of Common Pleas with motions and demurrers set for hearing Monday through Friday. A divorce for Enid Guerne from Adele Gangine was granted on willful absence. numerous deeds and property conveyances were listed from Auston and Austen to various grantees. a classic proverb note and medical advertisement follow in the issue.
Rev and Mrs H W Lowery hosted two fellowship gatherings for Second Presbyterian Church. The Friday and evening sessions drew a somber but sizable turnout, with Mrs Lowery and Miss Lee coordinating. Rooms were well decorated and refreshments included ice cream cake and coffee. Attendees reported the events as very successful and enjoyable.
Veteran driver M Shaffer escapes injury after a mishap at Akron while racing. A separate note covers a wooden bridge sale by public auction, with D McIntyre as top bidder, and plans to use proceeds for a new barn. Creston organizes a drum corps and glee club for campaign events led by Dr Hotlingarttal.
The Wayne County Sunday School Association meets at the Dalton Presbyterian Church on Thursday and Friday October 12 and 13 with an elaborate program. Officers and participants include Joseph Clark general secretary of the U S B A of Columbus Miss Florence Carlito West Salem Miss Clara Gepfora West Salem Miss Mary E Gordon Wooster Reverend G L Hackett Apple Creek Rev C K Compton Fredericktown Mrs K J Smith Wooster Miss Maury Robertson Wooster Miss Jessie Myers West Salem Mrs E K Mechtin Dalton J A Clark West Salem Wm Adams Reedsburg Miss Stanza Correll Morvain Miss Jennie Dennis Hudson Charles A Teeny Crete etc.
Last summer Dr. Dart tested several cattle at the infirmary for tuberculosis. A cow deemed healthy later fell ill and died, and examination by Dr. Derr revealed it was badly infected. The incident supports the claim that even guest cows are often affected by the disease.
The post office began weighing all mail on Tuesday and will continue for 85 days. The process follows general orders for all offices. Daily results record first and second class mail, third and fourth class, government free matter, equipment, foreign items, and railroad mail matter.
Iis Victima its W iG Hildebran died of con sdtiination at her Cedar Ave home in Cleveland on October 33. Mrs Hildebrand was a daughter of Mr James Donaldson of Alliance and niece of Miles Milligan of cur city schools. Death Near Smithville Mr Beaghore father in law of Rev Calvin Wieand northwest of Smithville died suddenly of probable heart disease on Wednesday p m at age 76. After a funeral at Rev Wieands home the remains were sent to Lewiston Pa on P F train No 20 Peareday evening.
A Wooster area week closes with the death of Arthur Hess from injuries after a wheel scraper near the old covered bridge. Mrs. Jane Dysart dies at Mansfield after illness. Philip Whonsettler dies at Creston after a paralytic stroke. A tense probate hearing over the Glass will unfolds in Wooster as local lawyers argue witnesses and signatures. The Laylander family funeral rites unfold with religious services and a large turnout.
Court records list MissAnna KSoure of Wooster JamesL Whey of Nashville Ohio and Cassis AZoupe of Black leyville in a probate or civil filing detailing involved parties and residences. The snippet notes characters and locales typical of a county docket item.
From Fridays Daily, the New Dancing Club hosted the first dance of a twenty year period at Milter's Fall last night. Thirty two couples attended a grand social, with decorations, a refitted hall, and a new floral display praised as the best for dancing. The Nonpareil Orchestra led by Prof Cry Young drew repeated encores while ladies showcased stylish dress. Light refreshments were served. overall the event was a success, though a reminder noted the luck of Dr Thomas' Relocush in the house.
A grateful Newark woman tests Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for female complaints. She describes long illness, womb trouble, ulcers and kidney issues, then recovery after using the product and Sanative Wash. The letter endorses the remedy and thanks the advertiser.
Special to Republican Keygani Ohio reports Landlord James Sharkey was stabbed multiple times during an altercation at the hotel. His condition is described as very dangerous. A man who was eating at the hotel is in custody. A separate shooting incident yesterday night appears connected to the same producer.
The former First Presbyterian pastor iter O A Hus was installed Tuesday as regular pastor of Westminster Presbyterian church. Attendees heard Rev D Nowell lead services, Rev Gen S Hackett of Appl ereek delivered the charge, and Rev S W Lowry of First Presbyterian spoke to the congregation. Rev D J Meese of Mansfield preached a strong sermon.
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