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03 Sep 1890
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1890
Page
1
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The letter summarizes church receptions for Rev Kyle and wife, local attendees, Wooster university ties, and visits by Prof Crabb and Jessie McClellan. It notes school reopenings led by Fletcher Wilson and Alice Yohey, praise for McKinley meeting support, transportation updates, and community social remarks including local travel and gossip.
Congress Frank Sheppard fell from a wagon and sustained a severe left arm fracture near the shoulder. Christian Garver, 14 months, died of cholera infantum after a brief illness. Paoli Sheppard, about 80, shows signs of typhoid fever recovery. Miss Dora Skees visits friends in Ladis and Wellington for an extended stay. The Ladies Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church held a sociability at Sr. Warner’s residence with a grand dinner and two new members.
Mr WF Unngs of Mlansfield visits friends in Hillside Pennsylvania while Mrs Lbnie McChessney visits with cousin Q M Isa and family. Rev D A Newes held communion at Mt KH f on Sunday. A pioneer pigkie exceeded expectations and many friends were met. Miss Betsy Darner, an elderly resident, had a warran issued by Mayor Wertz for C M Wilford’s assault case with next term’s court. A quarrel stemmed from ownership of chickens. Martin Schultzed returns home from the Detroit Exposition pleased with the trip.
Sept P local report mentions Capt Wheels of Oreston contacting residents. A W Hower traveled to Wogster on business. Sesser and Grace spent Saturday in Westi Salem while Mrs Hogier and Jessie visited relatives for a fortnight.
Aug 26 reports Mrs Ida Marburger and three children of Canton visiting relatives, others traveling to Burbank and Findlay. Gruen township Board of Education votes $400 for a new village school. construction delayed until next summer.
Pension attorney Bonewitz notes pensions for Anna E. Funalman widow of Lewis Funalman late private Go. E 120th Regt C V I at $12 monthly from Oct 19 1887 and Joseph Eichar private Co 6th Regt O V I with multiple increases from $6 to $10 then $12 then $17 for hydrocele, rheumatism, and deafness based in Wooster Ohio and Shanes Crossing Ohio with dates in 1887 and 1888.
A promotional verse claims Hood's Sarsaparilla is a universal remedy for health. It portrays the product as magical, capable of neutralizing disease, restoring faded cheeks, and bringing comfort and vitality to young and old in sickness.
Dr. Silas Lane, while in the Rock mountains, claims a new remedy for constipation and sick headache. Oregon grape root is used as a simple herb with boiling water to draw out strength. Sold at 50 cents a package.
Ohio case involving George St. Sterling of Mansfeld bound over for horse theft at Orrville. Judge finds intoxication, treats case as drunken escapade rather than intent. Defendant pleads guilty to a misdemeanor, fined 5 dollars and 30 days in Cleveland Workhouse until costs paid. Highlights probate court jurisdiction extending to misdemeanors and reducing Grand Jury workload.
The notice honors Mrs Kkmetne 3 Stibbs a Wooster resident and War era supporter. It traces her lineage from Joseph and Macy Sprague born Sept 4 near Cooperstown Otsego County New York and her marriage to Reasin Stibbs. It highlights seven children and her role in Wooster University, Westminster Church and wartime aid for Union soldiers. Her sons Hezekiah Joseph John and Capt John Stibbs served, with two dying from army diseases. It recounts a Wooster welcome for released prisoners and her lifelong Christian service.
A weary visitor recalls a mother who suffered for years before dying with Christian faith. The piece notes a balm claim named Elly's Cream Bald and its touted relief for catarrh hay fever and sinus issues though the text is unverified and promotional in tone.
An advertorial note promotes a preparation said to ease sciatic pain. It lists distribution by a Detroit company and urges purchase from druggists. The text reflects a historical medical claim and a nationwide sales push.
An old advertisement touts Shilohs Vitalizer and related remedies by Laubach and Boyd. Claims cure for constipation dizziness catarrh diphtheria croup whooping cough bronchitis and liver complaints with a money back guarantee on every bottle. Prices listed at 25 50 cents and bottle sales promote rapid relief.
A Detroit Michigan preparement from The Charles Wight Medicine Company promotes a syrup as a cure for rheumatism and blood disorders. A user in Michigan reports improved movement after using the product, claiming relief from pain and dependence on crutches. The advertisement targets afflicted readers and lists retailers and contact details for purchase.
An article urges farmers to use Wert's Balsam for the lungs as a safe effective remedy for throat troubles. It emphasizes suitability for children, suitability for croup and whooping cough, and notes it is available for sale by A Blackbur.
Announcement of excursion trips to Pittsburgh for the German Catholic Congress annual meeting. Tickets valid Sept 20 and 21 at one fare for round trip, returning by Sept 25 inclusive. Sale through Pennsylvania Lines.
An advertisement proclaims pills to aid pain and disorders from headache to dyspepsia. It touts universal suitability for adults and children and guarantees improved health, claiming superior efficacy over competitors. The noisy copy hints at patent medicine marketing of the era.
Tickets to land and business centers in the West South and Southwest will be sold via Pennsylvania Lines. Information and reservations available from local agents. Departures on September and October 14th with round trips west of Pittsburgh.
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