13 Oct 1897
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1897
Page
1
Weekly note urges all correspondents to send letters even if brief covering shortages or absences. Calls for updates from towns each week and stresses reporting missing reporters to maintain a complete network for intel and revision of the current correspondent list.
The report covers Foraker's Toledo speech as Democrats debate deseating the campaign, with mentions of Spain's Cuba autonomy under tutelage and ongoing political strategy. It notes Republican figures like Nelso, Meeley, and Warner, plus labor tone from the United Mine Workers. The piece blends campaign dynamics, foreign policy talk, and domestic political maneuvering.
Gen A J Warner is not alone in the joke of a political candidate. Gen I R Sherwood from Canton declares himself the poor man’s candidate and Welty in the same city claims a figurehead role. The Ohio Democracy resists a sole poor man’s candidate while Republicans push. Local candidacies spread, increasing caucus influence and forging focus on McLean through county contracts with most caucus members. Each county with a candidate enters the caustic side of the process binding the caucus.
A new civil service ruling by the University of Washington addresses limits to judicial interference in removal from office. The decision, attributed to Haker of Indianapolis, emphasizes that courts cannot overrule certain administrative removals and related hedauge.
The piece argues legislative authority cannot be shifted to the President or Civil Service Commission and notes President Mack Stanley’s order keeping cabinet control. It reports on the Ohio State Journal's expansion, new presses, and management under Gut JD Elidon and McClure, with Democratic party concerns and the United States senatorship as central issues.
Theodore Dickman of New Bremen Ohio reports Wright Medical Co Celery Capsules cured his heart and stomach troubles after two boxes. He recommends the remedy and notes it is sold by druggists for 50 cents and a trial offer is available by mail. George K. Krieger, druggist, carries the product locally. Columbus Ohio address listed for free trial details.
A promotional notice touts Carter's Cascara Cordial as a remedy for impure blood fatigue loss of appetite indigestion sick headache liver and kidney trouble rheumatism and estarrh. It claims many have benefited and advertises a price of 95 cents.
A readers note claims Thomas Belectric Oil cures catarrh and other ills. The missive portrays the remedy as a healing influence overcoming lingering consumption, reflecting period health advertisement language.
The Desuty Supervisors held a meeting on Oct. 7 appointing the necessary judges for the general election. Republicans and Democrats, chosen by county committees, selected competent judges and clerks across numerous townships, with emphasis on prompt, accurate reporting and public service. The official ballot will include eight parties, though most will not be legally recognized. election laws will guide duties, and precinct digest plans will be issued next week.
Mercury containing ointments harm senses and upset the system. Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio is mercury free and taken internally to act on blood and mucous surfaces. Buy only genuine Hai s Catarrh Cure from credible sources. testimonials from Druggists at 75 cents. Cautions against unsafe alternatives and laxatives.
State Board of Agriculture engaged Wooster professors to lecture at farmers institutes. Secretary Wilson seeks funds to expand agricultural experiment stations and publications. Ohio seek authority to compel removal of infected San Jose scale trees in Lake County. Shaker Digestive Cordial advertised as stomach tonic. Ely Cream Balm advertised for catarrh cure.
The Republican convention met at Millersburg to nominate a candidate for the 17th 28th Senatorial District to face Democrat Lake F. Jones. Thornburg of Mount Hope Holmes County was chosen by acclamation after Wayne county indicated support, with strong backing from Holmes for a capable, active campaign. Thornburg pledged to work hard for the ticket and to represent the district honestly if elected.
A group of four masked robbers attempted to rob the Setherling and Miller shop in Doylestown early Wednesday night. Watchman Allen was bound but freed, and the intruders fled after revolvers were drawn. No arrests yet. the firm had recent electric alarm linked to Miller's residence.
Report from Wooster on a band boys banquet with ornate decor and a hearty menu. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Webster and several locals. A visiting supporter urged funds for new instruments as the band seeks a concert at City Opera Houses to raise support. A Canton Orrville football exchange was noted but dismissed.
From Hriday s Daily a plan by the Cleveland Medina Southern Electric Railway Co incor porated in Columbus proposes an electric line from Cleveland to Cincinnati via Wooster and Columbus with 720000 capitalization. The road would pass through Cuyahoga Medina Wayne Ashland Knox Licking Franklin Madison Fayette Greene Clinton Warren Clermont and Hamilton counties. Rights of way to Wooster and much of the route toward Cincinnati appear secured.
John 5 Elliott, about 44, a Royal Arcanum insured for 400 and an old Fellows’ company policy for 1000, faced financial woes and sought an assignment for creditors with a prominent attorney. A report claiming a boy was away is incorrect. He was a Methodist church member.
The Rev. E. W. Bellingham, former Church of God pastor here, is assigned to Wooster by the Ohio Eldership after a Findlay session. He will move next week and preach Sunday October 17. The Eldership lists other local assignments including Smithville circuits, Moorland, Madison, Reed sburg, Killbuck, East Tuscarawas, Walnut Creek, New Berlin, and more. A separate note reports Jo Houlser selling potatoes to David Taggart for shipment at 80 cents per bushel, with nearly 600 more to dig.
Wooster citizens urged to share firsthand experiences with Dusn's Kidney Pins as sole proof. Nelson Wells of 71 Lareill Street testifies his kidney and back pain eased in a week after use, praising the remedy and urging others to try Doan's Kidney Pills, 50 cents, Foster Milburn.
University notes list Sabbato travel by Quintain Gravatt and others, returning from Savannah. Roy Cook of Cookton withdraws from teaching due to health and returns home. Westminster church members received by letter. Athletic Association votes to maintain class contests in football with limited elevens, citing closer gates and cost concerns. B. L. Baker and wife plan to move to the Taylor farm east of Shreve.
Allen's Foot Ease promises relief from swollen or tired feet and calluses. The ad touts its soothing powder for quick comfort, claiming it softens hard calloused areas and aids general foot care.
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