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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1906
Page
6
A Wooster water works debate lingers with a Decembers election planned to decide the pure water question. Supporters and opponents believe the issue has been before the public long enough for a final verdict. Both sides appear to have formed their positions ahead of the vote.
Mrs David Ketter and Mrs Ellsworth Reed of Mt Eaton visited Massillon on a shopping trip. A runaway team struck the buggy seat and tore it from the cushion as they arrived, yet Mrs Ketter remained unharmed and calmly recalled luck and a daughter’s quick wardrobe adjustment that morning.
The piece lauds Judge Smyser for serving all constituents beyond party lines, noting courtesy across Democrats and Republicans and emphasizing his national, nonsectarian vision. It recalls his June 1891 speech and cites aid to Charleston after the Civil War era storms, highlighting federal support amid disaster.
Republican headquarters are set up in the rooms above the Wayne Building and Loan where all supporters of county candidates or Judge Smyser are invited to visit and discuss the campaign.
Orrville residents enjoyed an extended street fair after Friday’s meeting approved continuing the event Saturday. Temperatures reached about 80 degrees and attendance benefited. Eva Hall won the diamond ring contest by a large margin, earning the fair substantial revenue. Maskers filled the streets, with many from Wooster joining the festivities. A few misunderstandings and a display of confection misfires occurred, but no serious incidents or arrests. A balloon ascent topped a well received carnival day.
The New England play Quincy Adams Sawyer is billed as Wooster’s top advertised engagement. Buster Brown will appear at City Opera House with B. C Whitney’s gloom-dispelling Isle of Spice following in November. The tour features Chas. Pusey and Florence Glover with a strong chorus and noted singing and dancing talents.
The Ohio Retail Grocers plan a mutual life insurance company named the Ohio Retailers Mutual Insurance Co. with no office costs or agent expenses. Started in Cleveland, it will write policies in two to three weeks, focusing on low overhead and regional expansion northward. Fire protection premium increases in major cities prompt broader rate readjustments nationwide to cover San Francisco fire losses.
James Brauneck carrying marshall beaters slipped on a tube left on Mc lure & Company stairs Thursday evening and fell sustaining injuries to his hip face and chest. He returned home with hot cloths but cannot work for some time though no bones were broken.
In Findlay Ohio on October 13 crowds overflowed Hancock county for a Eighth District rally with Nicholas Longworth criticizing corporate conduct and Mrs Longworth honored by club women as Governor Haris spoke on state issues. In St Paul Minnesota John W Johnson’s Socialist Labor candidacy removal from the ballot was ordered. Boston Massachusetts John Moran accepted the Democratic governor nomination amidBryan-Hearst debate. New York Secretary Root to campaign for Hughes with three speeches including Carnegie Hall and Utica events.
Elmira New York October 13 William R Hearst declares in a letter to W J Conners chair of the Democratic state committee that the party’s nomination for governor is erratic and unlikely to unite the ticket amid broader state political maneuvering.
Washington observers report a three department panel led by Dr Wiley Dr S N North and James L Gerry proposed Pure Food and Drug Act regulatory guidelines. They reached a unanimous compromise on labeling wines Neufchatel cheese and champagne type products awaiting final approval by Secretary Wilson Shaw and Metcalf. Some points may be revised before final agreement.
Mre W H Wilson entertained 15 girls for daughter Gertrude on Thursday afternoon amid autumn decor. Oscar Gannon and Sylvia Repp wed Oct 11 in Dunkirk and West Salem. Mrs Frank Horn hosted about a dozen at a North Bever Street dinner. Mrs C E Saik hosted 15 ladies at North Buckeye Street with buttonhole contest won by Mrs C V Hard. Mine Bessie Swithh hosted Young Ladies club on Bever Street. Emma Derr shower with many gifts. Mrs J B Rockey gave six o'clock dinner with Rev Heilman and others. Card party at Chas Bair home. Five Hundred prizes awarded. William King House wedding Cora Gault and James Culler in a quiet ceremony. Nellie Blanchard and Helen Pierce served. Barn-warming for St Billhimer, neighbors celebrate completion of new barn. Zand Mra Billhimer honored with rocking chairs. barn replaces one burned.
Washington reports two more foreign governments the French embassy and the Swiss legation sought copies of the Isthmian Canal Commission contract and related data. The commission notes heavy American contractor inquiries as firms coast to coast seek details on completing the canal.
New York Oct 13 William N Cromwell for Ceballos & Company says cables show Havana broker Manuel Silveira has not landed in the United States or South America. Ceballos & Co backs Jose Beda in Havana. future of Silveira & Co. depends on Havana examinations.
Wagon No 5 from Benton Harbor Michigan arrived at the public square on Wednesday bearing a sect known as Israelites. Men wear long hair like ancient figures women are well dressed and attractive. Circulars announce evening meetings on the street. A speaker argued with Lyatanders at the courthouse corner showing strong scriptural knowledge and unconventional interpretation. Principal office address is Benton Harbor Michigan. circulars signed by Mary and Benjamin. The group struggles to gain listeners as they explore their doctrine, though one woman member is described as an exceptionally fine and graceful speaker.
A six year old son of W. W. Franks of North Grant Street was kicked in the face by a horned horse while playing near a barn Friday. Worker Japke heard the commotion and found the boy knocked senseless but after aid success he revived and improved by Friday afternoon.
Wooster Preserving Co announced a large order from a concern in At Luis Moz for fifteen thousand gallons of ketchup. The company has sent the stock on hand to fulfill the request.
A Wooster hardware clerk from Harding & Co. extols Dean's Kidney Pills for back and kidney pains. He recalls recommending the remedy eight years ago and reports lasting relief with occasional recurrences. The ad urges readers to tell others about the medicine, available from FosterMilburn Co. in Buffalo as sole agents, price 50 cents.
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