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Wooster Republican

Location

Wooster, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 11, 1899

Page

3

Wooster Items Foothold in News From Day

Saturday items from Wooster chronicle local news including a furnace invention by J W Smith a Wooster University installation of Rev L E Holden as president and a large invitation count. Emergency scalding accident at Daniel Swier home two children mildly injured. County Recorder Schaffter receives a 15 million mortgage by Wheeling & Lake Erie Railroad to Mercantile Trust. Temperature of various local events and small incidents highlight a busy week.

Shreve J. W. Smith Jacob Shaffar Smithville N Mateer Coroner North Buckeye Winkler Wylie Smith Wilkin Akron Oal EK White McFeren McFerren Daniel Scher Third Ward Blaine Mildred L. £. Holden Wooster University City Opera House M. KE Harry Brumter West Liberty Street Wooster Millbrook Charles Lesauter Jefferson Iarberton Daniel Swier John Wacker Wacker Bros Joe Manges West Larwill Streat Laubach & Boyd’s Market Street Craighead Peckinpanugh Medina D. V Musselman T Perry I. N. Kinoney Canton Susan Fisher South Buckeye Street Dalton Charlies Daum Mansfield John Ackerman Jadie Kruck Ohio Relief Carpe RK. J. Sweeney Elia Lake C C. Lake Portsmouth J. L. Zaring Creston J. F. Kaylor University D. G. Blackwood Orrville Pennsylvania Wesley J. Brown F. M. Webster London Canada Entomological Society of Ontario Webster San Jose America

Electric Bitters Promise New Life For Run Down Folks

Victims suffer stomach, liver and kidney troubles and general weakness. J W Gardner of Idaville endorses Electric Bitters, claiming renewed strength and appetite. Sold at Laubach and Boyd's Drug Store for 50 cents per bottle with guarantee.

J.W. Gardner Idaville Laubach & Boyd’s

Surreys on sale at Harding and Co next to Court House

In our new room beside the Court House we offer a large selection of surreys at very low prices. Harding and Co. invite all buyers to visit the showroom and compare value with any large city.

Court House Harding &Co.k Naka

Personal notices from Wooster and vicinity in local paper

Local brief lists visitors, moves, and events in Wooster Ohio and nearby towns. Names include Miss Alicea McApaney, H B Odenkirk, Mrs Dr Bell, and several others visiting from Minneapolis Sewickley and New Philadelphia. Also notes residents taking jobs, attending colleges, and a surprise social hosted by the Good sisters.

Judge Eason to Coshocton Next Week and Hearing

Judge Eason travels to Coshocton next week. Judge Maxwell of Millersburg will preside here and hear actions before the petit jury. In winter 1897 James Read of Clay County W Va bruised his leg on ice, swollen and painful, aided by crutches, liniments, whisky baths, and finally Chamberlain Pain Balm, which nearly cured him in a week. Pain Balm claimed for sprains bruises rheumatism. Sold by Laubach Boyd Druggists on the Square koct.

Eason Coshocton Maxwell Milleraburg Casea James Read Clay, Clay Co W. Va Chamberlain Laubach & Boyd Koct

Fleece-fined Hosiery and Velvet Ribbon Ad

Ad advertises fleecefined underwear for women and children, velvet ribbon, and pocket handkerchiefs at special prices. It touts health claims for Burdock Bloittars, promising pure blood and vitality, with unclear product references and pricing.

Ballot Handlers and Election Officials Named in Wayne County

Deputy Supervisors of Elections appointed judges and clerks for precincts across Wayne County. The list includes presiding judges and clerks with many new names, covering townships such as Beghman, Canaan, Chippewa, Clinton, East Union, Greene, Milton, Saltcreek, Sugarcreek, Wayne, Wooster, and others, to conduct elections in the coming cycle.

Suse Atta Democratéc de Fettera P. J Perego D —U. W. Saorlber O.stander Edward Welser Jabo Werlmer F. J. Shatter F. Gensemer John H. Ault F. E. Keitfer Canaan S. J. Steele P. J R. J. Woonbecer Wm. Reese R—J. W.sc James Brady HyNathan M. Wells Wils Bechtel Robert Ewing Chester J. Rambangh P J O. N. Wailom A.A. Z Miniman K—B. F. Farr James McVonshay Byron M. Baker Ulers Chippewa James L. Myers P.J Henry Gardner W A. Parsell H Gates PF M Shook A. H. Heilaman D—Wmsigler Wm.Gerginger Oliver Brace Greene John Kiopfenstein J. Taeple A. C. Orig R—J. Erimmerman J. W. H. Switzer Paibler D. Reinesmith U.s A.schuck M C Frazer J. M Vo McKee Alfred Hureinger Joseph Bresson Weascuott Franklin Heverstoozt Numbers Charles C. Clie Weat Lebation Jacob Fischer Clarence Kramer Charles Schopf Clark K.ke C Hard J. Elmer Funk Robt.Cameron, Jr R—Andrew Rabl Chae Lautenechlager Benton Reed Warford Bogner Ernest Keyser Nick Roperts R— Will Long Charles Palmer James Robertson

Lookabaugh Arrest For Cruelty And Drunkenness

Samuel Lookabaugh was arrested for cruelty to his family and drunkenness. He faced a hearing, was continued, then fined $60 for behavior, posted bail but was later released when bail bond was aligned by Jonge Swartz. Also notes burial of John Beichler at Knupp’s church cemetery and local church dedication progress. O M Lee and wife visited Barberton. Baptist church construction and pew arrangements planned. Mr Penrod overseen Chippewa Lake house work. G B Lee painted Captain Bates residence.

Wooster McCoy Jonge Swartz John Beichler Kknupp Hev. J Kendall Cleveland Fuse Funersi O M. Lee Loretzo Sisson Barberton Baptist Church K. F. Penrod J. C. Sample Louisa Gigandet Mr. &. Sigler Chippewa Lake Ritter Penrod G. B. Lee Captain Bates

The New Life Pills Promise Power and Health

A promotional note touts Dr King s New Life Pills as sugar coated health globules that turn weakness into strength and listlessness into energy. Each box sells for 25 cents and is offered by Laubach Boyd at 41421.

Dr. King Laubach

Turtle carving mystery from 1871 shell message

An aged turtle carved with initials 4J. Hi W. 1871 surfaces after a 27 year claim by Mr. 3d. H. Whitmore of South Lacote who says his father carved it on a Bank near West Larwill. Another turtle with initials J. oh 1871 and B. J. 1888 was captured by Mr. Ackerman nearby.

Whi Addéma Wooster 3D. H. Whitmore South Lacote Bank Will Chicago New York

Old Citizens Called Died at Independence Wooster Life Had Its Lee Romance

David Neidigh died after four days illness in Independence Iowa. Born December 16, 182, in Weinerdorf Germany, he lived in Wooster since 1854 and stayed a lifelong bachelor. Survived by three sons Charles Haller Henry and Fredericke Hasler. Funeral from German Evangelical church at 2 pm Tuesday, burial in Wooster Cemetery. Uncle Dave known as an honest citizen with many friends. his life noted for a late in life romance.

Jobo Holus Diamond Alley Jones Club Board of County Examiners Harding & Co Harding & Co's Jos Manges J Smico Costa John Rhodes Muilbrook Mars City Opera House Russell H. Conwell Philadelphia Natr Tne Srootor & Onail’s Ashland Wooster David Haller Emil Pochler Wm. Muschenich Anthony Leles Ernest Thomen Jobo Nolle John Saal G. D. Jones John Elliott Wayne Township Jones Elliott Squire Bolus Bolus BH. Miller Doyleytown James Cameron Hittsburg Henry Waltera Eli Miller West North Street Harberton Wm, Hummer Harry Crow Masaillon Amie Knapp Ravenna Keck Loudonville Gen. Berg Philippines 12Th Infantry H Hitner Nashville UW Scruby Big Prairie Fouch & Young Burbank Dan Kinsley Winesburg L. H. Miller Trail L. O. Tyler Stacy-Wells Co W. J. Brown Pennsylvania Cleveland Woolesals Brown Roy J. Cunningham Cincinnati College of Dental Surgery James Taylor A. A. E Taylor Wooster University R. J. Cunningham Wayne County Dental Roy H. J. Good Landis & Schnoch Noldavanne Urrville Crescent Ada Good Good Antillo Sisterhood David Neidigh Independence, Iowa Lee Nor'h Buckeye Streat Weinerdorf Wuertemburg Ger Woutter Charles Haller Chicago Junction Henry and Fredericke Hasler Jufus Bucher West Norto Street Avid Neldigh Mra Hkafus Bucher Dave Natdigh Jacob Frior Col. Wiley Singsere Troxele Jacob Hess Reedsbdurg Joseph Sellere Omahs Alea

Orrville Horses Take Top Prizes at County Fair

Orrville horse Kiack owned by F U Detbie won the 216 pace and took a brave third. Billie Warcer, owned by Frank Harbridge of Orrville, dominated the 225 trot to claim first money. Edgel owned by C Taylor of Warren secured second place.

Ssommit County Keriou C F Ga Red Orrville Kiack Ny Fonn U Detbie Esch Thores Leas Secur’ d Billie Warcer Frank Tiar Bridge Oirville

Cure for various ailments advertised by Laubach Boyd Cure

The fragment advertises a diverse set of cures offered by Laubach and Boyd Druggrints, including remedies for cuts, bruises, boils, corns, skin lesions, piles, and boils. The text mentions a guarantee and a price of 25 cents per box, with claims of earthly cures. The language is garbled and names appear uncertain.

Jitta Bo Tyte Newark Arnua Sa Laubach & Boyd Druggrints Cdk

Transvaal warns of war over British demands

Oct 0. The Transvaal demands arbitration on the difference withdrawal of English troops from the Border the removal of all recently arrived troops from Africa and not landing of troops now on the high seas. The reply time is 5 pm Wednesday. If unsatisfactory, the Transvaal will regard British actions as a formal declaration of war and act accordingly.

Loupon Nai Teooy Tropa Africa Transvaal

Transvaal Gives Ultimatum to England Over Demands

Special dispatch from Kurusiicay Cars Town Africa dated October 10 reports the Transvaal sending an ultimatum to England. It is understood to demand withdrawal of British troops and surrender of what are claimed to be unjust demands.

Kurusiicay Cars Town Africa Transvaal

Oil Well Blesses Glenmont in Holmes County

A telephon e message reports a 40 barrier well came in at Glenmont this afternoon near Holmes County. The find is described in a dispatch to THE REPUBLICAN MILLERSBURG.

Millersburg, Q Uol Glenmont

Yacht Race Off Due to Dense Fog and No Wind

In Newark a yacht race was declared off today as fog and lack of wind halted proceedings. The special MEPCBLICAN report notes the postponement due to weather.

Mepcblican Newark

Infirmary cattle test reveals tuberculosis infection

Last summer Dr Derr tested cattle at the infirmary for tuberculosis. One cow appeared healthy but later fell ill and proved badly infected with tuberculosis. The finding supports the claim that even fine cows can be afflicted.

Derr

Court of Common Pleas Hearing Demurrers and Divorces

Judge 3 B Zason presides in Wayne County Court of Common Pleas with demurrers set for hearing Monday and other cases through Friday. Divorce granted to Emil Guerne from Adelle Guerne for willful absence. parties reside in Mount Township.

B. Zason Wayne County Court of Common Pleas Miler George Aunltman & Taylor Whitman Christman Ve Sande Marshall Ve. Marshall Thomas Ve Blackburn Thomas Robvn Kay Vg Eason Emil Guerne Adelle Guerne Atnt Township

Orrville to Host Penrose Address by Senator Penrose

Sanator Boris Penrose of Pennsylvania will address Orrville citizens Monday night. He is a strong Republican and a notable national speaker, bringing prominence to the local event.

Ups Boris Penrose Pennsylvania Orrville

Local Names Glimpsed in Orrville Area Notices

Fragmentary OCR lists individuals with affiliations to Lippe O and Mies Acoa Huntsbergerer Orrville Dat ton Wooster Sterling Easton and DB initials. Entries include Jonas Horst and Miss da Mar Lanrer, Arthur B Conana Mise Sarah Kath arine Harrington, plus Anne Herrie.

Jonas Horst Lippe Mies Acoa I Huntsbergerer Orrville Gqétlieb F. Lantenschiager Datton da Mar Lanrer Arthur B Conana Mise Sarah Katharine Harrington Wooster John S’etner Sterling Anne Herrie Easton

Fair entries found atop piano in Wayne County

Books containing the list of entries in the Woman's Department at the Wayne County Fair were found this morning by W. H. Cummings on top of a piano whose cover had not been removed since it was brought from the Fair Grounds.

Wayne Couny Fair H. Cummings

Dr Kings New Discovery Free Trial Bottles Promoted

The ad touts Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds with over ten million free trial bottles given away and claims of curing asthma bronchitis hoarseness and lung diseases. It invites Callon Laubach Boyd druggists to distribute free trials with a money back guarantee.

Dr. King Callon Laubach & Boyd

Elys Dream Balm Promises Catarrh Cure and Hearing Relief

Advert provides Elys Dream Balm as a remedy for catarrh claiming fast relief from head pain and hearing loss. It states the product cleanses and heals membranes, stops mucus dripping, and improves vows and hearing. Price is 60 cents at druggists or by mail. testimonial from J W Davidson, attorney at Monmouth.

Tely J. W. Davidson Law Monmouth

Ministerial Association Officers Elected At Wooster Meeting

Wooster ministers gathered Tuesday for the Wooster Ministerial Association meeting. Officers chosen for the new term include President Rev Dr E Chesney, Vice President Rev J Frank Smith, and Secretary Treasurer Rev Hzra Noeikirk. The session discussed morals and religion in the city and community.

Wooster Min- Association E. Chesney J. Frank Smith Tregeurer Hzra Noeikirk

Funeral of Frank Mann Held at Madison Avenue

The funeral progressed this afternoon from his mother's Madison avenue residence with services led by Ray E. Chesney of the Baptist church. Wayne Council performed the graveside rites, and the Junior Order United American Mechanics acted as guards. Calibearers included C. A. Barris Tom P. Brown and W. C. Doty for the order and Frank Thompson A. D. Myere and Wm. High for the barbers. All city barber shops were closed during the exercises.

Frank Mann Madison Avenue Ray E. Chesney Wayne Council United American Mechanics C. A. Barris Tom P. Brown W. C. Doty Order Frank Thompson A. D. Myere Wm. High

Horse and Buggy Stolen in Madison Burg

John Oxenrider of Wayne township reported a horse and buggy stolen on Saturday night in Madison burg. The dark bay animal, large and rangy, was last seen headed toward Waoster. It was later found Sunday hitched behind the church with Marshal Latimer promising a quick recovery.

John Oxenrider Wayne Township Madisonburg Oxenrider Bitchen Waoster

Wooster Postoffice List of Letters Remaining

Wooster Ohio October 9 1899 lists remaining letters at the post office. Gentlemen W J Chamberlain Ghats E Fetzer Mr Owap F P ihehter Edward Snyder Earl Weiricke Ladies Mrs Albert Hughey Mrs F E Hughey Mrs Ida Ports Mrs Kite Shultz Miss Lucile Whitcomb Fourth class Miss Ling Helm LT L Relattery P M.

Fragmented OCR note on beverages and nourishment

A garbled excerpt discusses coffee, its effects on land and children, and mentions directions and packaging. The text is partial and unclear, with scattered phrases about nourishment, taste, and a confusing reference to rules or instructions.

Kate

Two Teams Exalted at Wooster Masonic Event

Wooster Chapter No 27 B A M held a special exaltation service Monday with High Priest Hoyd and Past High Priest James Minter and Geo J Schwartz leading. About six companions from Orrville Smithville Gallipolis Canal Dover and Wooster attended the banquet prepared by Companion Johnston after the ceremony.

Wooster Cana Dover and Johnston

Peculiar character buried at Wooster infirmary

Funeral services for Joseph Sellers were held at the Wooster Infirmary graveyard after his death Monday morning. A longtime Wooster resident, he worked at John Saalaga’s butcher shop and was known for roaming travels, claiming to have walked over 20 000 miles. He liked beef blood, yet remained kind and inoffensive, denying a stable life due to a roving disposition and a rumored Munich-based brother.

Joseph Sellers Sellers Wooster John Saalaga Chicago Omiha Council Bluffs New York City Epjoy Bellera Sellsre Munich Ger

Probate court estates and guardianships in disputed inventory and accounts

Multiple probate actions reported including settling estates and guardianship inout. Filings include inventories and appraisals for wards Elmer Waite Oliver Eyns Kaward Lloyd Straite and Sarah Fertig. hearings set for Nov 3 and Nov 6. Appointments include assignee N L Royer and executors James Tasker and Jules Devolgnes with bonds listed. real estate sales ordered or considered to pay debts and distribute proceeds.

Joom McClarran Dduge Willig Sarah Fertig Joan Grose Jacobd Gross Carroll N L Royer Myers & Blackwood Irrville Diem Woltmer Ipsec Pontos Harbaugh Ansignee James Tasker Cook Bull Real Estate Stephen Dannemiller Audignee Edward Danonemiller Oider Will Bath E Johnson I John van Nostran Bathan A Brown Chailmer A Kombangh Ohn Armcrorg Ethel Kugore Marg Keily McAel Hettarmas Tana Walount Thomas Fitzgerald Patrick McGowan Proate Dr. Good Perry Weaver Rossel Anna Hammel Cied Jules .Devolgnes George Hunsinger

Morrow's Kidneoids Sell Broadly in Ohio and Nation

Local praise for Morrows Kidneoids claims strong Ohio support and good nationwide reports. A Massillon resident, Peter Smith, testifies that after years of back pain and rheumatism he felt quick relief after taking the yellow kidney tablets, which cost fifty cents a box at drug stores. Manufactured by John Morrow & Co. of Springfield, Ohio.

Ohio Morrow Morrows Peter Smith North Street Massillon

Kennedy's Sorted Small Cakes Promote Home Desserts

If you are short of time and desiring supper, come for a pound of Kennedy's sorted small cakes. They are the housekeeper's assistant. Customers praise them highly. Craighead & Co. Corner Public Square Wooster.

Kennedy

Ohio Circuit Court term dates by county list

The order fixes circuit court term start dates for multiple Ohio counties. Fairfield, Richland, Wayne, Stark, Knox, Licking, Muskingum, Morgan, Perry, Ashland, Coshocton, Holmes, Richland appears, Morrow, and others have specified beginnings from January through December. The document enumerates the exact day and month for each county’s term start.

STATE Wane Tysamoea Esselborn Wayne State of Ohio Tatux

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