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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1897
Page
3
A Cobwebbed blend of 19th century politics and Irish famine aid dominates a Coshocton county scene. Speakers including Judge Taggart and Capt. Compton rally for Democratic tickets while remarks disparage McLean and advocate free silver and tariff stances. A Vienna telegraph note hints at Austrian concessions amid global tension as local electric line plans progress.
In a speech Melynery argued no free trade support from Democrats and asserted tariff for revenue only in Democratic platforms. McKeery claimed Democratic opposition to the Dihcey tariff bill would harm local interests, urging division and defeat to protect those same interests. The exchange questions whether such caution is wise.
Statement attributed to George K Nash, chairman of the Republican State Executive Committee, urging Ohio Republicans to be vigilant ahead of the November elections. Warns that a Democratic victory would shift congressional districts, threaten industrial and financial interests, and empower Republicans’ opponents. Calls for active support, denial of McLean Democrats’ slanders, and mobilization to secure party principles.
Preparations for the Farmers Exhibition and Sales Days on September 28 and 29 advance rapidly. Music contracts exist with Shreve Maysville and Wooster bands. Committees on awards cover agricultural products vegetables horses cattle and more with names of local supervisors. Proctors plan to report at the Prosecuting Attorney's office on Tuesday September 24 at 11 o'clock for duties.
The fragment notes dwindling support for last year’s Popocratic ticket in Ohio as gold Democrats, Populists, and Prohibitionists depart. It quotes Allen O Myers accusing McLean of price manipulation and Horace L Chapman claiming to be president of a national bank while denouncing national banks.
Friday's storms drenched Doylestown and Pleasant Home with heavy rain and strong winds. A Wooster resident reported wind and rain near Madison Hill while Wayne County saw 4180 units of rain. The storm line touched Cleveland Dedance Crestiine Akron Masslion and later Lancaster with widespread mischief. Cooler weather follows the rainfall.
In New York on Sept 11 a report states the Northern Pacific Railway has sold lands in North Dakota and Montana to a large banking interest to retire Milgouri division bonds totaling about 1,750,000 dollars.
The Clinton Township Election Board approved a minor rearrangement of Clinton Township precincts near Shreve to simplify voting. A small section east of Shreve village moves into the Steeve precinct, affecting vote tallying and registration rules for voters in the area.
Wayne County records list recent real estate transfers including Poon Sehaster Rewerter Qu from Pona oida to Patek Brandos, and several warranty deeds involving Amida Zariego Lydia Meltaeran and others. The report notes properties in Cansen township and amounts such as 82,150 for a warranty deed.
An unusually large and refined reception occurred Thursday from 2 to 7 pm at Mrs Eunice Gray's South Bever Street home with about 200 guests praising the affair. Also reported is the marriage of Miss Mary Snyder to Alfred Piero at Rev H Clay Ferguson's Calvary Presbyterian parsonage with a reception for about 50 friends at No 803 West Foster Street.
Martin Berry, about 30, of Erie Pennsylvania, a traveling tailor, was riding with friends on train No 32 toward Orrville. On a curve east of Welleraville he lost balance and fell from the rear platform. He was found unconscious with blood on him and taken to the National House in Orrville for treatment. He sustained scalp wounds and bruises but remained alert by evening. Authorities and locals gave him support as he recovers, with plans to move him onward once able.
A trad creature from lene Mevilieeid caused a disturbance at the Orrvide Fair in Woost er. The woman involved was taken into custody by Officer Lernec and charged with disorderly conduct after a gun and security for her appearance were posted. Passengers on the NS last train faced a quarrel between a Wooster woman and a Dich, leading to a disruption. The creature reportedly wielded a weapon and created panic onboard.
A garbled report outlines an ongoing clash between Straggillon miners and Bod rMieiat over a recently drafted work pact. The text mentions wages, a pay scale, and a stalled agreement as双方 negotiate amid backers and counterproposals.
A scrambled report from Columbus outlines alleged corruption chatter linked to McLean and Myers at Democratic headquarters. It notes Myers as confidant to McLean and comments on Ohio Democratic attacks on Republicans versus alleged future corrupt practices. Also mentions Mrs Whiffin's theatre news, a British ban on prison-made goods, and a Walcott letter about monetary policy.
In a public test conducted by W C Lott of Lott & Co in St Louis the Improved Aerating Churn turned cream into pure butter in under three minutes using air during churning. Cream from a local supplier was used and the process impressed observers. Exhibitions begin Friday at the Quincy Block room in Diamond alley with ongoing demonstrations for those who want to test the machine.
County Commissioners from Wayne and Stark meet at Canal Dover to hear exceptions to the Fox Lase ditch survey. Wayne requests a ditch in Baughman township along Newman's Creek to the Stark line, Stark asks to extend to North Lawrence. Hearing scheduled for October 7. Mortgages ordered for year ending June 30, 1897 total 476,800. for 1896 total 1,212,063.
Westminster Presbyterian church called Rev. Dr. Lucas from India mission to serve as pastor of the University church half time and to guide Freedman and Sophomore biblical study. Enrollment reached 117 new matriculates by this morning, up from 112 last year, with 65 men and 52 women. The opening lecture by President sco vel praised educational zeal and the campus buzzed with activity as Eastern representation grew and preparations for the new year continued.
Allen O Myers claims Cincinnati Enquirer owner McLean used bribery and fraud to influence Ohio politics. He cites 1864 and 1890s episodes, forgery in Columbus and Hamilton County votes, McLean’s alleged money power, and Myers’ critique of Democratic leadership and reform efforts.
In Jackson Ohio on September 14 a mining dispute highlights a failed miners rescue screen bill. Miners complain of low pay from Chapman's mines while operators lobby in Columbus to defeat the measure. The fight includes Chapman’s opposition, stalled passage, and calls for higher wages amid a coal price debate linked to state Democrats and McLean.
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