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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1906
Page
4
The slate features M. L. Luxskr for Congress, B. S. Sat for Circuit Judge, A. P. Mark for Sheriff, John Zimmerman for Commissioner, W. G. Pattersey as Prosecutor, and Irvin McCiarran as Infirmary Director, outlining key race roles.
The Newark American Tribune reports Wooster Herald objections to Martin L. Smyser's Republican renomination for congress. It calls the Wooster convention packed for Smyser, notes no real opposition and contrasts it with Ashbrook’s contested New Philadelphia convention, which allegedly faced bribery charges.
The New Philadelphia Tribune urges a joint debate between Democratic congress candidate W A Ashbrook and incumbent Judge Smyser. The piece notes Smyser’s strong record, calls for Ashbrook’s positions on key issues, and suggests holding the event in New Philadelphia as the district winter winds begin.
The text notes readiness to linow on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November and hints that the congressional nomination winner in the Eighteenth district faces convention expenses consuming his salary and mileage before taking office.
In a cryptic note, a governor faces scrutiny over oath adherence while resident in New York. A separate incident reports a man nicknamed Jack the Hugger being knocked down and arrested in Lassport Pennsylvania by his intended victim. Cassie Chadwick’s wealth despite penitentiary time suggests her finances were not as frenzy as some associates.
A fragment suggests officials anticipate increased duties for a future leader as authorities confront planned violence. It mentions a girl selected for a bombing act and hints at perceptions of gender in risky actions, with a focus on restraint but lingering danger.
Fans ready to wager on the Cleveland players see the team falter as a tense moment unfolds. The struggling lineup, including star players, fails to deliver in a crucial game, dampening optimism and raising questions about upcoming contention.
A Stour City minister preaches as the warm weather keeps parishioners away. Scientists seek earthquake causes while shocks likely continue at the same old spots.
Walter Wellman will postpone his planned pulé journey until next year, citing more time to arrange another farewell tour of the country.
Fragmented text references John D Rockefeller, President Roosevelt spelling reforms, Ohio State fair, Wayne county Pittsburg station plans, a Philadelphia bank wreck, Oklahoma Indians, Americanization, and various stray names and places, all indicating a garbled summary of diverse topics from a historical newspaper page.
Mt Eaton residents and visitors share onlookers and activities. Myers and Garver work on Ashe o building as Samuel Howard from Overton revisits childhood stomping grounds. A soldiers reunion drew John J Senlafly Frank Haver Wesey Zaogg and Ashbrook. Local officials discuss political fences while Julius DesVoignes and E F Graber visit Dalton. The new Reformed church preacher arrives and brick work on the new house progresses. Mrs Wesley Forna dies, funeral Monday at Pleasant Valley. A infant from Mr and Mrs John Freed dies in infancy.
Wayne County commissioners counted cash on hand and found Treasurer George J. Krieger possessed only 807.97 dollars. The Citizens’ National Bank of Wooster held about 82,000 dollars of county funds with interest. Krieger’s bond is set at 150,000 dollars, signed by Krieger, Mrs. H Krieger Armstrong Brown and W B Sligh, deemed by the commissioners excessive but legally required.
Rem arks by Rev J E Young pastor of the Methodist church at Jefferson stirred the congregation during a recent sermon. Sun ny reports claim Young spoke strongly about a potential successor and criticized church membership, causing notable concern among several parishioners.
In Applecreek on September 5, residents hosted relatives from Kenton Cleveland Akron Fremont and Canton. Visitors included Miss Kittie Bolton Mrs Hiram Laurera and Dr J F Reinhardt. A baby girl joined Charley Martins home and a Presbyterian church steeple was damaged by a storm.
The infant daughter of Marebhus Ranch and wife died last Friday afternoon aged about four months after a brief illness with cholera infantum. The Howman family entertain Chworth Banghuan and Blanche of Massillon. Richard Wasson and his family visited his mother. Mrs Amon Martin remains very ill. Miss Zora Fix visits friends in Williams county.
On the Presbyterian church lawn a psedic gathering marked the eldership of J. B Cruspy. Letters from former pastors were read after dinner. Rev Glenn and Rev Compton of Wooster gave addresses. Dr Hunter Corbett conducted the preparatory sermon. Communion services followed on Sabbath.
Dr George W. Ryall and Mrs Ryall arrived back Monday after a European tour. The couple reported health and travel as pleasant, describing their journey through several countries with favorable impressions and experiences.
In Elyria on Monday Wooster lost both games to Alcock’s champions. Alcock fanned 14 in game one but was erratic due to inexperience. Despite 80 wild pitches by Wooster behind him, the visitors won. Afternoon game showed Wooster struggles as Welrick hit Elyria’s longest home run of the season.
Harley J Millar and ttvitl-th 7 Campbell of Shreve Lewis H M Donald of Logan and Mrs Anna May Mackin of Orville appear in a brief social column noting associations among these individuals.
Legal parties report nearing completion of arrangements for a permanent moving picture show on West Liberty street. Local authorities and investors coordinate lease terms and operational approvals to commence screenings in the near future.
Market summary from Wooster stock exchange shows Wheat July 75.44 and Sept 76.44. Corn July 60.33 Sept 50.44. Data July 33.37 Sept 82. Butter 14 cents per pound. eggs 1 dozen. lard 8 cents. chickens old 6 cents, young 8 cents. Grain prices list wheat 68 cents, flour retail 4.40 per barrel, rye 50 cents, oats 28 cents, corn 65 cents, barley 45 cents, timothy seed 1.25 to 1.40, clover seed 6 dollars, hay 10 to 12, salt 1.10 per barrel, bran 1.10, wool unwashed 27 to 28 cents, etc.
Grain and livestock prices listed for Chicago East Buffalo Pittsburg markets. Cattle ranges include common to prime steers, hogs at various grades, sheep and lambs with yearlings and ewes, calves and pigs. Wheat oats and corn quoted with No 2 red and No 2 grades. Subscribing line for The Republican.
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