31 Oct 1900
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1900
Page
1
An advertisement extols blood as the basis of health and vigor, linking strong spirits and sharp minds to a rich blood supply. It urges back-of-the-blood nutrition, recommends Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil, and offers a sample from Scott & Bowne of New York.
The piece lampoons 19th century political players and news items, noting Kentucky politics under pressure, miners’ strike hopes, and various figures like Weuster Davis and Osn Pat. It mocks election betting, party bosses, and public figures while referencing Goebel murder trials, Dowie, and McKinley’s Canton status amid a looming presidential race.
Even with Van Waldersee on the ground with his bathtub the Boxers cannot refrain from kicks and occasional box, breaking routine moments during the event.
Capt. Patrick O Farrell questions if McKinley would denounce robbery and then dine with Jesse James. He also asks if he would denounce trusts and bossism before meeting with Croker.
The text notes Mr. Towne arguing the 1900 campaign renews the unfinished business of 1896 and emphasizes the silver issue as central. He frames the issue as the pivotal pinion guiding policy and public support in the upcoming contest.
The ceremony of Rev T C Pollock and Miss Mary Heade took place at high noon with Miss Anna Dale Douglas and Robert G Lowrey among the bridal party. Music, pink and white decorations, and a reception followed as guests nearly seventy five attended. The couple planned a home in Nicholasville Kentucky after November tenth.
A Ontario druggist recalls a winter visit when a customer asked for a hard to find cough medicine. He offered Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and a money back trial if not satisfied. The customer returned with a friend and urged them to buy Chamberlain's as a good remedy. Available at Laubach and Boyd on the square.
Young men casting first ballots are praised for civic engagement. The notice also promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin for constipation indigestion sick headache and upset stomachs, available at all druggists.
Advertisements promote August Flower as a cure for indigestion liver issues and general malaise, toutting safety and wide use. Other products such as One Minute Cough Cure Foley's Kidney Cure DeWitt's Little Early Risers and Hazel Salve are advertised with assertions of rapid relief and cures for coughs pains skin conditions piles and more, warning against counterfeit claims.
Wayne County news reports the incorporation of the Marietta and Cleveland line by Delaware, Morrow, Knox, Ashland, Wayne and Medina capitalists. The Marietta to Cleveland route would run via Palos and Buckeye with 0,000 capital stock. Incorporators include Frank A. Durban, Robert A. England, James W. Nye, Charles W. James, and F. S. Turner.
Norwood Taylor, a former member of Company E, Eighth Ohio, of Anton, is in East Liverpool after receiving notice of a forthcoming appointment to an Indian agency in Oklahoma. His physician warns the sight in one eye is failing fast, though it has not yet been completely lost. Taylor reenlisted, served in the Philippines after Cuba, and was discharged with one eye already affected.
A Loudonville youth from Grant Shacknessee’s Company M Twenty second moves in Manila reports a court martial and ten year term for setting fire to a Philippine town. He cites five army officers as the court panel and plans to appeal to President McKinley for pardon, claiming innocence amid conflicting testimony and threats from natives. Meanwhile, an unrelated note touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to ease throat irritation and aid sleep, sold by Laubach and Boyd.
A dispatch reports Boers at Jacobsdale with 52 high landers. Brush Iqss score 34. A sensational claim of a devil fish wrecks a victim tied to constipation and a touted cure by Dr King’s New Life Pills advertised at Laubach and Boyd’s drug store for 25 cents.
F George Beiswanger of Baltimore Maryland and Lugarda Grage Wilhelm of Wooster, with Bert Gwinn Lowry of Nicholasville Kentucky and Annadale Douglas of Wooster, appear as parties in a regional legal action.
An advertisement touts Bricklen's Arnica Salve as the best cure for burns cuts bruises and various skin troubles with a price of 25 cents per box and a guarantee. It notes a local druggist seller Laubach & Boyd. A wedding notice follows for Rev. Frederick Krafft and Miss Caroline Klick with plans to travel to Chicago and residence in Wooster.
In Neoga Illinois October 14 1899 Mrs I B Hunt of Lime Ridge credited Electric Bitters with curing her frightful stomach and liver troubles after doctors urged surgery. She took seven bottles and regained health gaining weight and energy, avoiding the knife. The ad notes price 50 cents and promotes the remedy as effective for stomach and liver issues.
Judge Neff issued a perpetual injunction restraining the Western Reserve University faculty from expelling Harry Koblitz from the law school. The student was expelled for quarreling with others and violating rules. police would be called if he returned. The judge ruled the faculty had no right to dismiss him.
The Wayne county School Examiners will hold exams in Worcester at the High School on the first Saturday of each month except June and July. Boxwell examinations occur on the second Saturday of March and April, with Boxwell Commencement on the third Saturday of June. The Board adopts Roark's Method in Education as a text for Theory and Practice. G. W Gosborn, President. West Salem Co. W. Bipple, Marshallville. Jas. L. Zaring, Clerk. Version likely
An old-time ad style column extols Boschee's German Syrup for severe lung troubles and Kodol Dyspepsia Cure for indigestion. It cites physicians and druggists, praising the products as universal remedies, with endorsements from W H Lewis and Chas Bender, urging readers to try the advertised cures and avoid substitutes.
A disjointed wartime letter fragment mentions Dr Caldwell's Syrup Posing Indigestion in a medical ad. The readable line notes that the product is sold by all druggists. The rest of the origin and nationality of the writer remain unread.
An OCR fragment promotes Foley's Honey and Tar for coughing relief and Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a ready sale item through druggists. It also mentions Burdock Blood Bitters claimed to regulate stomach and bowels, with firms Laubach & Boyd Zimmerman & Co and Noons referenced in connection with these products.
An advertisement fragment argues Bright's disease results from high living intemperance exposure and other causes. It promotes Forneyis Kidney Cure by Laubach & Boy and Zipimerman & Co claiming prevention of Bright's disease and related kidney disorders if taken in time.
Emma filing a divorce petition against K in Wayne County cites extreme cruelty and alleged assaults. She seeks custody of two children, alimony, and protection from wage payments or debts, noting threats, strikes, and improper conduct at their home in Wooster.
The passage voices concern over spruce land used for pulp and paper, noting extensive forest loss and the aging state of printing. It extols Hosteller’s Stomach and insomnia remedies as a long standing medicine, warning readers about fakes and urging recognition of genuine products.
A fragmented report notes union leaders in Alamance County denouncing a labor order targeting southern cotton workers. The piece hints at employer actions, factory closures, and raids as unions vow to resist, urging adherence to wage and labor regulations amid a tense regional dispute.
Amid fragmented remarks and clipped quotes, a barrage of political rhetoric surrounds Bryan’s stance on currency, tariffs, and loyalty. References tie his election to federal measures while critics predict upheaval. the Washington Star scathingly labels the talk as wholesale nonsense soon to be exposed.
A wedding held at 4 p m Wednesday in the Tabernacle Lutheran church joined Sister Lugarda G Wilhelm daughter of Rev and Mrs M L Wilhelm of Wooster and Rev George Beiswanger of Calvary Lutheran Church Baltimore The ceremony was conducted by the bride s father with Rev G C Smith officiating A golden cross and circlet of gold were exchanged The bridal party wore blue silk and black attire The couple will reside in Baltimore after visiting Springfield and Lancaster Ohio
An ad claims Champerlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrh remedy available at Laubach and Boyd on the Square with a money back guarantee if not satisfied. It is touted as the most successful bowel complaint remedy and the only one that never fails. October.
The Board of Deputy Supervisors of Elections met to transact routine business. Clifford Lowe of West Salem who was nominated by Republicans as their candidate for Sheriff declined to run, and his name was ordered removed from the ballot leaving a blank on the Republican ballot.
A dramatic account from Ma chias Maine describes a widow clinging to life for General Burnham as Dr King’s New Discovery cures her pneumonia after three doses. The advertisement touts it as a cure for throat chest and lung diseases with trial bottles free at Laubach Head’s drug store. Also featured are DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve DeWitt’s Little Early Risers and other remedies with multiple drug store references.
Wednesday session of the Wayne County Ladies convention features ritual exemplification, reports on secretary minutes and creentigls, honors for Comrade Taylor and Comrade Branstetter, an address by Emily Hohill on the Chicago national convention, and the election of Samantha Armstrong as District President. The assembly approves a 1435 dollar national convention bill and relieves commendations for leadership.
Proceedings list appointments, final accounts, sales of real estate, inventories, appraisements, bonds, and hearings in numerous estates. Included are administrators and executors for Mary Sherer, Peter C. Smith, Mathias Stair, F. W. Baysinger, Lydia Kauffman, Lydia M. Kauffman, Nathan Nov nd, Aaron Porter, and others with dates, bonds, appraisers, and planned November 2 hearings.
A garbled OCR text references a West Erie gang and an arrest context. It mentions KP Norman and Lance Stiers alleging a 19th century shooting or stabbing incident in Wooster and Crestonién, with deputy involvement and suspicions of gang activity around Erie. The fragmentary source provides few verifiable names or dates.
In Columbus on Oct 28 1900 the Ohio Bankers Association records heartfelt appreciation for a distinguished statesman and financier. The tribute praises his half century of public service and integrity, offering sympathy to his family during their sorrow and noting his guiding hand in financial matters shaping the nation.
A混mixed list of multiple real estate transfers including 6 acres in Baughman Township for George Surbeck to Frederick Ancy, 1-7 undivided in Jilton Township for Sir Fisher, 3 acres in Canaan Township to Levi Wolf, 222 lot in Doylestown, 60 acres in Ogress Township to Emma Fetters, 85 acres in West Salem, and multiple warranty deeds involving items such as Lot 222 in Doylestown, Lot 238 in Doylestown, and other parcels with prices noted or unspecified. Also mentions administrator and mortgage related deeds and various grantees.
A quoted Woos- T BS representative, Mr. Wm Keehn of 56 East South, says he has never been required to take any medicine since the summer of 1896, referencing Rem¢ander the run Dean's and fake nd substitute.
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