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Newspaper

Wooster Republican

Location

Wooster, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 09, 1903

Page

5

Raude baugh Soliday reunion drawn by 146 at Overton home

Lattasday September 8 reunion at J A Raudebaugh and wife home in Overton drew about 146 friends and relatives. J W Troxel of Lattusburg photographed the crowd. Officers elected included Dr E C Ramdebaugh president and Miss Jennie Acker secretary treasurer. Four deaths, births, and marriages were recorded. Next reunion set for the first Saturday in June 1904 at the same site. The gathering represented eight counties and featured songs, reports, and social time.

Lattasday Raudebaugh E C Ramdebaugh Lattasburg Henry Warner Congress Jennie Acker Wooster Satuday O () Acker W A Soliday Shreve J A. Randebaugh Overton J W. Troxel Luttasburg Ida Randebaugh Madisonburg

Accident on Electric Railway Shocks Medina Worker

Erick Andrews of Medina, a railroad worker near Madisonburg, was badly shocked when a construction car approached Sunday. He was digging a hole beside the track as rails carried current into an incomplete grounding system, knocking him off his feet and injuring his back. He was taken to the home of W. H. Mowery in Creston for care.

Erick Andrews Medina Madisonburg Andrews Iaea Creston

Becoming Scarce Railway Workers Alarm Rail Officials

Railway officials fear shortages of locomotive engineers and telegraphers as winter approaches. Appeals pour into Cleveland Brotherhood HQ from multiple railroads seeking experienced staff. An old telegraph operator complains wages discourage career progress from block to town stations, warning of mounting strain on service.

Brotherhood Cleveland

Mowery reunion and Sunday calls in Cedar Valley

Sept 7 notes show Mrs. McAfee attending the Mowery reunion at Henry Miller's in Cedar Valley. Canton residents George Settles and two daughters visited Joe Whitworth Sunday evening. Mrs Switzer and Miss Mary Whitworth called on Mrs Wither Sunday afternoon. Emma Winkler and Bechtel called on Mrs Schonns at Jollytown. Anna Gant improving. S Rumbaugh of Lattasburg visited Tom Winkler Sunday evening. Mrs George and two sons visited Mrs Switzer last Monday.

McAfee Henry Miller Cedar Valley George Settles Canton Joe Tom Winkler George

Dr Chase Nerve Pills For Nervous Dyspepsia Relief

A historical ad describes nervous dyspepsia from overworked stomachs and nerves. It touts Dr A W Chase's Nerve Pills as a cure, claiming improved digestion, steadier nerves, better sleep, and restored stomach strength through a family testimonial.

Nature Chase A. W. Chase

Dalton Opens Wholesale Grocery House In Short Time

Dalton news notes a new wholesale grocery house planned by Adam Weiss. A runaway wrecked a buggy driven by veteran wagonmaker Mr Ruff. A slate roof upgrade is under way at the Methodist church by church workers. City Solicitor H A Hubbell visited on legal business. Snodgrass planing mill failed to sell. a purchase company may form. Free rural delivery started with carriers Snyder Stinson and Fletcher. School to reopen Tuesday with many foreign pupils expected. Rey W H Hubbell and family farmed Allan Arnold’s land during a visit to Summit County. Mrs Catherine Sellers, aged over 80, mother of Wm Sellers, died. funeral at Presbyterian church. Roy Hubbell and others attend Avondale young people convention. James Root and family visiting Akron.

Dalton, Leyt Dalton Adam ‘Weiss Ruff H. A. Hubbell James Snyder R. T Stinson Wesley Fletcher Rey W H Hubbell Allan Arnold Summit County Hubbell Catherine Sellers Wm Sellers Presbyterian Church Evs. Crowe Latties McDswell Della Howman Roy Hubbell Avondale James Root Akror Jubn

Burbank Social Visits and Anniversary News

News from Burbank reports Sunday visits by Mrs. Fetzer and family, Miss Garver and Miss Huff visiting their cousin Ethel Garver, Mrs. Garman and Mary visiting David Naftzger, Belva Overs returning from Canaan, and Fred Norton with sons visiting Lorain. A Women's Society convention in Creston featured four retired missionaries, with Rev J T Hoak and wife celebrating a tenth wedding anniversary.

Burbank Andrew Fetzer Fred Smithville Clancy Pittsburg Dick Brickers Grace Garver Congress Lilian Huff Cleveland Ethel Garver Henry Garman Mary Lodi David Naftzgers Belva Overs Blanche Huuenstein Canaan Fred Norton

Sanitarium plans near Wooster with new equipment

Lawrence and partner Dr Lerch announce plans for a sanitarium in Wooster using Bentz hot air, static and X-ray machines. They have not fixed the exact location but will await readiness to open on the stated date. They will treat rheumatism and kindred diseases and prepare rooms for opening.

Pawsn Lawrence Fe Wooster Lerch Lawrence

OVERTON GLEANINGS SEPT 9 STATE FAIR VISITS AND REUNION

A note from Overton reports local turnout at the state fair led by Elmer Easterday and wife and Lola Easterday along with Zora Harvey. The Mowrer reunion drew attendees from near and far. Misses Maggie Hutton Edna Gearhart attend Wooster school. Bethel Sabbath school picnic set for Sept 12 in the grove. all invited. Mrs. Elsie Smith not well. Mr. Howman improving enough to hobble out with a cane. John Wasson and Andy Bucher threshing clover seed amid a dry summer turnout. good participation.

Elmer Easterday Lola Easterday Zora Fhe Harvey Mowrer Mowrer Maggie Hutton Edna Gearhart Wooster Bethel Sabbath School Elsi Smith Howman Ohn Wasson Andy Bucher

Married-In Ashland Couple Wed in Sept Evening

Sept 7 report notes Dr Lehman of Ashland and Lena Berkey of New Pittsburg married Saturday Sept 5 in Ashland. The ceremony joined families Lehman and Berkey as townsfolk from Ashland and New Pittsburg attended along with relatives from Wooster and nearby areas. Local notices mention attendees Mr and Mrs Musselman of Wooster and other relatives.

New Pipttsboarg Ashland Dr. Lehman Lena Berkey New Pittsburg Andere Lehman Miss Ber Sanke Jacob Waple Columbus D. ‘W. Musselman Wooster

Canaan Budget News Recaps Local Visits and Events

Miss Edna Miller of Massillon and Wm Marsh of Cleveland visit in the community. Belva Overs and others seen at local homes. Ice cream social planned by Epworth league. Edna Miller hosted a Massillon guest. culvert grading finished. Soldiers and citizens to meet for reunion prep. Families plan moves and visits, Medina and Columbus fairs attended. Rev Love preaches at Presbyterian church.

Canaan Edna Miller Massillon Wm Marsh Cleveland Alice Stephenson Belva Overs Geo. Hauenstein A. D. Somers Magnetic Springs B. F. Hoisington Medina Love Wooster Bertha Tally Epworth League Mra Dando Lorain Ritter Samuel Steers West Salem G C Wiles Tiro Joseph Marshall Kate Marshall Frank Lehn J Snell Thos. Barnes Harvey Taylor Monroe Johnson Columbus Clara Wiles Millie Lichty Anna Scott C B. Whensetler Lewis’ Grove L Lehn Edward Miller Henry Lehn Pennsylvania David Seabrooks Creston Sherman Spangler Jefferson Walmer Wayne Township Scott Congress

Blachleyville Notes on Local Happenings and Visitors

Blachleyville residents rally around a newly formed baseball team enjoying early success. The town sees visitors for reunions at the lake and from nearby counties. g W McKee, former storekeeper and painter, skipped town for the state fair. The Randebaugh and Houser families travel for the Solidary reunion. neighbors invite friends to open houses and social events.

Blachleyville Nettle G W! McKee Seville Bighleyvitte Sara Ick Nathaniel Suliday Richlard County Solidary-Randebaugh William Randebaugh Cleveland John Houser

East Ball Thriller Wins For Pittsburgers 6 to 5

The Wooster boyz in the passenger department at Pittburg defeated a local picked team at the fair grounds in a close morning game. Copperthwait starred for the visitors while Zarle and Jones played well for Pittsburg. Bowers and Boegner partnered for Wooster.

Wooster Boyz Pittburg Fair Grounds Pittsburgers Copperthwait Zarle Jones Pittsburg Bowers Boegner Wooster

Removal of University Office Ends Real Estate Partnership

Due to the university office moving to Kauke hall, the ten year business relationship between Jesse Mc Clean and J. G. Sanborn in real estate and insurance is terminated. Sanborn cannot continue the work, so he forms a new partnership with Wm. E. Feeman of Wooster to continue sales, fire insurance, and life insurance matters in the city.

Kauke Hall Jesse McClean J. G. Sanborn Sanborn

Social notes crowded with visits and entertainments

Tuesday marked the third anniversary of Mrs August Imgard, with family guests at H A Ingard home. Notables present included Major and Mrs McQuigg, W H Rubble and wife, Mrs John Leininger, and Dr Hart and family.

August Imgard H. A Ingard Mra. Imgard Major McQuigg Cleveland W. H. Rubbell Dalton John Leininger Orrville Hart Wooster Harry Irhgard Imgard Bloomington Mrs. Imgard Margaret Spooner Thureday Edna Hanna Arthur Sellers Mary Meig Nova Horn Roller Miller Flo Herchberger Vamel Chas Caroline Smith Bechtel Pig Bank Clara Kean Innoh Zoe Eberhart Thimble Florence Hustler Button Needle Bred Snyder Penny Maye France Chas. Bechtel Bell Irene Miller Spooner Edna Sttumens Orah Brandt Mary Metz Slow Hershberger Neva Horn Elva Snyder Lucy Christine Zoe Ebrhardt Fanchion Bricker Florence Hostler Grace Young Mila Lee Martha Maize Elizabeth Maize Bealah Hough Harriett Snyder John Gann Harry Alcock Harry Powers Charlie Bechtel John Mathes Ralph Miller Waldo Hough Fred Snyder Frank Whittier Charlie Farmer Arthur

Wooster Citizen Endorses Dean's Kidney Pills Word

A Wooster resident Mary Mel Warner testifies that in May 189g at Zimmerman & Co on West Liberty Street she bought Dean's Kidney Pills. She notes relief for her kidney trouble and the sister’s similar benefit, praising the product as superior and urging dealers to carry it at 50 cents.

Wooster Mary Mel Warner North Walnut Street Zimmerman & Co West Liberty Street Dean Anler Foater Milburn Co Buffalo United States

Football practice opens with partial squad and comings

Coach St. John resumed football practice Tuesday with about a dozen players reporting. Walter Nico returns as captain and will likely take quarterback duties. Whitcraft arrives later this week to help with drills. Last season’s backs, end Smith, and guards Mitler and Hayman will wear uniforms again. Spencer from Piqua and Moon from Middetown are slated to join as preparations begin with punting, ball handling, tackling drills, and a training table planned for the season.

St. John Walter Nico Plain Whitcraft Smith Mitler Hayman Spencer Dsree Moon Middetown

Wayne Township Household Club Meeting Noted

The Wayne Township Household club will meet at the home of Mrs. D. A. Bixler on Thursday afternoon in October. The event features a recital by Ma F and references a quotation from writings of a noted woman.

Wayne Township D. A. Bixler

Newsmaking talk and a grand Wisconsin caught fish display

A Republican man quizzed Dr W P Derr about news and manufacturing it. The talk turns to a large mounted fish shown by Laubach Boyd and Housekeeper for Dr A Elliott of Creston. The 40 pound lake fighter, 4 ft 4½ in long, 24 inches girth, was mounted after portions eaten by several locals. Also a Turkish troop train was blown up near Negma Bulgaria on Sept 5, killing many soldiers.

W. P. Derr Laubach & Boyd Dr. A. & Elliott Creston Jos Sofia Bulgaria Negma

Smother a Cough Not a Cure Says Ad for Scott's Emulsion

An old advertisement warns that covering a cough with a hand does not cure illness. It claims medicines only smother coughs, while Scott's Emulsion cures old and persistent coughs by addressing the underlying inflammation.

Scott

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