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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1901
Page
4
A lengthy obituary tribute extols William McKinley as a noble patriot and devoted public servant. It lauds his hard work, calm leadership, and the nation’s sorrow at his death while contrasting public opinion with unwavering respect for his motives and service.
Able Scribes reports from this vicinity noting local happenings and minor events observed by correspondents.
Local item list recounts family gatherings, visits, and community events. Mentions Jefferson Chapel Sunday Schools printing notices, family chicken dinner planned near the grove, and residents from Homer Canton West Salem and Cleveland visiting kin. Campaigns and encampments referenced. several names and relatives noted across Wayne Township area.
A garbled account discusses the president and the Cadets in a tense farewell style. It mentions Ted Wimlestet, Abibe Welw, and a strong platform. The passage laments a dead hero and the need to end an abusive public position.
In a contested board decision Admiral Howison cannot sit on the inquiry board. Schley’s supporters argue the other two members showed bias in favor of Sampson. Testimony reveals Tow lson made pro Sampson statements, barring him from participation. Sedley seeks a fair hearing, now possible, while Howison’s decline could have avoided bureaucratic delays.
Senator Wellington appears to have misrepresented himself while promoting his campaign, leading to questions about the accuracy of his advertised message and public reception.
The Meecsbee Carnival and Expo will be held in Millersburg from September 25 bearing promises of a grand Central Ohio event. One hundred booths will line the grounds with $1000 spent on attractions. The Eighth Regiment Band of Akron will provide music with many notable acts including Mille Drussell and a life-saving slide. Other features include bar artists, trained animal acts, a wedding, and high class rides. Special excursion rates by rail and road will be offered to Holmes County residents.
Fragmented notice listing names associated with a letters at Wooster post office including J A Kerr, J Clyde, Miss Hattie Collins, Miss Grace Ward and others in a September schedule. The legible items name recipients or addressees such as Miss Shiry Jeepard Mass Neilie Ret and Mass Shiry Jeepard.
Calderan Carlisle a Washington D C lawyer who served as counsel for the British embassy the Spanish legation and the Colombian legation in Washington died in a local hospital after an operation for appendicitis He was the leading counsel for Great Britain in the Bering sea controversy and died September 17 in Asheville North Carolina. Fusion In Nebraska Lincoln Democrats and Populists nominate a single ticket for state offices and discuss fusion along lines established earlier there. Governor Allen resignation and inauguration plans for Porto Rico Governor elect in San Juan Puerto Rico are noted with tentative dates and cancellations.
Lake Fork area notes recount visits and travels of residents and relatives. Wm Eagle Guylor Cameron and So Springer left for Columbus to attend Ohio State University. Rev Fry preached his last sermon of the conference year at the church. John Taylor and Mina Amesia visited friends in town. Holmes Flickinger and relatives from Iowa visited. Mrs Rebecca Vernor of Aledo and Mrs Agnes Reeves of Edgington noted as visitors. Gish and Kragg family reunions mentioned. Veron Ewing of Cegor County visited sister Mrs Henry Carn. Shyser ofWiotitta noted. Mrs Bertha Wissler returned from Orrville. Veron Ewing, Mrs Rice of Ashland visiting. Rev Floto gave sermon at Lutheran church honoring dead President and praising leadership. Captain Lemuel Jeffries hunted public square in Wester. George Roth left for Orchard Lake Michigan. Harry Matheit of Cleveland at home briefly. Laura Schlafly going to California Pa to attend school. Minnie Schlafly in Wooster. Doc Keowell flew to York State last week. Children’s Day at the Reform church. Scribe attended Encampment in Cleveland. Post office to be closed Thursday for President’s funeral. one morning delivery only. T. L. Flattery, P.M.
Vague solicitation text requests flowers to a named church for a ceremony, inviting ladies of all sorts to participate in decoration. The fragmentary note mentions proper display and decor at a Moz Kinley event.
West Salem notes Sept 16 with Rev P I Conklin moving family to Findley for a new year assignment. School opens with good attendance and lists teachers for several grades. Various local families and visitors mentioned, including transitions, marriages, and residents visiting relatives.
Grand jury indicts Leu F. Czolgósz on murder in the first degree for fatally shooting President William McKinley. Czolgósz, silent under questioning, to plead again. transfer to city hall for arraignment with guard and court officials in attendance. Separate notes: Chicago anarchists possibly released. Paris welcomes Emperor Nicholas. Mrs Libbie Wilson dies in Wooster.
Nov George KO Nash orders the laymonate art of the state assembled at Canton for President McKanley funeral. Capt Gerlach of GoD commands Co C sth O NG mobilized for three days. Capt Gerlach directs Wooster command to assemble early Tuesday with full field gear plus bed sticks and ranges. Colonel Edward Vollrath signals train schedule and command duties.
Seven years ago I faced kidney and stomach catarrh so severe I was near death. I endured bloating, sleepless nights, back pain, and constant fatigue. After visiting Dr Kutebin I recovered and have stayed well. He will visit Vibester at Archer House on Wednesday September 28 for consultation and examination.
Prices for butter, cheese, beans, potatoes, and poultry along with wheat, corn, rye, oats, flax and stock quotes for cattle sheep and hogs are listed from Cleveland markets. The text includes varied per unit prices, per bushel quotes, and market movements across a wide range of agricultural products and livestock.
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