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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1905
Page
7
Convulsions and epilepsy treatment claims are offered by Dr Miles' Restorative Nerv ine. The ad asserts dramatic cures and refunds if no improvement, citing family testimonials and a Dr Miles' Nervine guarantee from Miles Medical Co. Elkhart Indiana.
Dispute between Central Union Telephone and Wooster city over the company entering Wooster courthouse area is expected to reach the Supreme Court within six weeks. Briefs have reached the high court. oral arguments may be scheduled soon as the case awaits docket action.
A letter to The Republican’s city editor from an Obia City resident discusses a long rumored fortune tied to a woman who was taken from the Wayne County judiciary. The writer claims the babe was raised by a family, and the sister or father may soon meet for a conference to confirm the heir.
The Wes Wooster Improvement Co on behalf of A B Swartz attorney sues Harry L McClarran as administrator of Harry McLarran claiming misappropriated funds from the yard company where McClarran served as treasurer. They allege an $18,420 09 receipt and $17,510 5 paid out, leaving $9 796 in balance plus $315 on deposit totaling $9,796. The indebtedness was undiscovered until 1905 and administrators rejected the claim on Sept 22 1905 prompting the suit and request for equitable relief against the estate. The petition asks that the claim be sustained against the estate and that the suit be continued by the administrators due to a bankkeeping mistake.
A Wooster, Ohio traveler recounts a multi state trip through Kansas and Oklahoma in early October. He notes improving roads, banking activity, land investments, and town site schemes while contrasting eastern and western conditions. He observes cattle, irrigation, wheat suitability, and farming potential, promising further details on corn and cotton land after continuing the journey.
Mrs Sarah Griffith age 69 widow of O K Griffith long a prominent Orrville business man died suddenly last Wednesday afternoon in Akron while visiting her son in law Attorney O W Wise and wife. Born on a farm near Applecreek she lived all her life in Wayne County. She was a sister of Mrs Judge S B Eason Mrs D P Cunningham and John Jackson and belonged to the Presbyterian church noted as a Christian mother and esteemed by all who knew her.
Daniel Truchanan and his son of Mechanics'org were unloading a wagon of potatoes on Bowman Street when the wagon tilted and threw both men off. The son struck his head and was unconscious. the father suffered severe bruises. Dr. H N Mateer attended them. no bones were broken.
Michael Hunsicker, son of Mr and Mrs Gunt Hunsicker, suffered a severe accident Saturday afternoon when his left hand was caught in a gasoline engine at the Hunsicker bakery. Parts of two fingers were severed and his hand mangled. Dr Harry J Stoll provided medical care.
Buckden's Arnica Salve is advertised as a universal cure for surface cancers with a testimonial from Jas Walters of Duffield Virginia claiming remission. The ad also touts cures for cuts burns boils and skin diseases with a 25 cent price at Laubach Boyd drug store and endorses Itisk Sea faces and Wits Witch salves.
The cl s IO flight project advances as SSS vest orders are expected to close in May. Officials cited cost savings and improved safety as primary motives, with vendors awaiting final approval and funding confirmation.
The city of Wooster plans to issue bonds within weeks totaling 23600 to refinance North Market and South Market street paving bonds issued Sept 8 years ago. About 15000 remain on North Market and 7000 on South Market, with churches facing potential assessments for streetfront improvements. City officials debate who should bear costs as past funds covered only interest.
The receiver of First National Bank of Barberton filed in Wayne County Court of Common Pleas a suit against A. A. Amatu z and Fred Kauffman of Orrville. The petition claims a debt of 2885 dollars and alleges Kauffman, insolvent in February 1905, deeded a mortgage to John Kiener on May 29 1905 to prefer creditors. It seeks judgment and a declaration the mortgage is void.
Brief notices report Nelson B Myers of Baltimore Maryland death. he had residence and government work in Newport News Virginia as inspector and interpreter for tiriny years. Also announced are defiance and Wooster area obituaries for George Parrish and Mrs O Griffith with funeral plans and survivors listed in the defiant and Orrville communities.
Nicholas A. Pluck of Manafield weds Hazel D. Noggle of Wooster. Grover C. Butler weds Saldr O. Mark of New Pittsburg. Robert B. Arnold weds Clara Bair of Orrville.
Doctors’ remedy promises relief from dyspepsia and constipation quick energy boost. Claims cure headaches and dizziness with a cleansing effect. Sells at Laybach & Boyd’s drug store for 28c. Also promotes DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as mild effective pills for all ages and conditions. Sold by all druggists.
Social notes describe the Wednesday marriage in Yolon of Miss Louise Hirachmen and Emory Cameron of Cleveland. The bride, a former Wooster student, taught in Cuyaoga County and will reside in Cleveland. The item covers separate social events, club meetings, and open church gatherings with attendees, hosts, and activities noted.
A wedding held at 2 p m Saturday on Liberty street joined Miss Hazel D Noggle, daughter of Mr and Mrs Noggle, to Mr Nicholas D Pluck of Mansfield. Rev K Shellenberger officiated at the Christian church with both sets of parents present. The couple left by train to Mansfield where they will reside and he works at the Mansfield telephone Co.
First snow fell at 2 45 Thursday afternoon October 12 signaling a cold spell. The item notes a sensational claim for Jilster's Rocky Mountain Fea and a 35 vent advertisement. It lists Lanbach and Boyd as sellers of a Kennedy Laxative Honey and Tar cough syrup advertised to ease coughs croup and laxative effects.
An informal narrator recounts a scene where supporters march down Jer street praising the Republican candidates. The piece mentions Grover, Roosevelt, Kinley, and a pro prosperity message. It conveys a partisan mood and criticizes the opposing party while highlighting civic pride and anticipated prosperity.
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