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Wayne County Democrat, Business Abstracts 1883 (view source)
Revision as of 14:40, 24 February 2020
, 14:40, 24 February 2020→WC Democrat Aug. 8, 1883
Henry S [[Childs (surname) | Childs]] to close business selling off at cost office in Sprague corner.<br>
Henry S [[Childs (surname) | Childs]] to close business selling off at cost office in Sprague corner.<br>
==Wayne County Democrat July 18, 1883==
Lou [[Howard (surname) | Howard]]’s old building opposite the [[Archer House]] has been painted yellow.<br>
The city park at the High School was a matter before council for lease for 10 years to the Board of Education. Special committee on motion. Mr. [[Taggart (surname) | Taggart]] was instructed to lease the park condition city is to have full use of the same during vacation of the schools during the summer months and also the evenings anytime after school hours.<br>
Councilman HS [[Childs (surname) | Childs]] of the third ward is one of the strongest advocates for bringing water into city from the springs to the north and has arguments to the board Monday. He maintained that the city must have good water, that good water means good health.<br>
Yesterday afternoon, the [[Yocum (surname) | Yocum]] family about 30 in number, had a picnic at Highland Park.<br>
==Wayne County Democrat July 25, 1883==
James [[Hunter (surname) | Hunter]] established a Vienna Bakery, 1st door west of Sprague corner, W Liberty Street.<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Aug. 1, 1883==
Thresher sale at [[Wooster Agricultural Works]] Saturday 18, 1883. John H [[Kauke (surname) | Kauke]] and John [[Zimmerman (surname) | Zimmerman]].<br>
About 10 o’clock, the dwelling house occupied by Harrison [[Miller (surname) | Miller]] near [[Spears Chair Factory]] took fire and very badly damaged considerable household goods.<br>
Free drinks were given away at the front of Gus [[Miller (surname) | Miller]]’s W Liberty Street.<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Aug. 8, 1883==
Will [[Beresford (surname) | Beresford]] has moved his merchandise from [[Archer House]] to his new building across the street.<br>
DW [[Kimber (surname) | Kimber]] has moved his law office from Germania building to rooms over [[Ogden Clothing Store]], E Liberty Street.<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Aug. 15, 1883==
[[Hartman and Durstine]] on Monday received from Washington City their paten on their refrigerator. They will soon commence the manufacture of refrigerators.<br>
Several dwelling houses are being erected in the second ward on E Bowman Street. Mr. WC [[Leathe (surname) | Leathe]], supt. of [[Bural Case Co.]], is rapidly being completed. On Beall Ave., another addition to older structure further residence of Mr. GA [[McDonald (surname) | McDonald]], secretary of [[Wooster Refrigerator Co.]]. Mr. ES [[Kuhn (surname) | Kuhn]] of enterprising firm of [[Kuhn and Craighead]] is laying his foundation. Mr. Walter T [[Peckinpaugh (surname) | Peckinpaugh]], teller at National Bank, commenced a house on N Bever Street.<br>
The [[Wayne County Pioneer Association]] will hold its fourth annual meeting and picnic in Highland Park Aug. 30th. Albert [[McFadden (surname) | McFadden]]- president, James [[Johnson (surname) | Johnson]]- secretary.<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Aug. 22, 1883==
On Saturday afternoon of the week, at old Sprague corner, will sell at 1 pm the entire stock of clothing, hats and caps. HS [[Childs (surname) | Childs]], bound for Kansas.<br>
WH [[Johnson (surname) | Johnson]], barber shop on E Liberty Street, is lighted up with newly purchased carbon oil gas.<br>
Mr. Harry [[Huffstott (surname) | Huffstott]] has become a partner in the firm of [[Harding and Co. Hardware]], one door west of the courthouse.<br>
Connected with [[Agricultural Works]] is fine set of buggies and carriages at JT [[Shields (surname) | Shields]]’s establishment, SW corner of square. Ed [[Geiselman (surname) | Geiselman]] will show stock to customers.<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Sept. 5, 1883==
NL [[Baumgardner (surname) | Baumgardner]] has moved his [[Boston Shoe Store]] two doors east of old stand in American Hotel block.<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Sept. 12, 1883==
Handsome jewelry case ever seen in city was brought last week from Colorado by Lewis [[McClellan (surname) | McClellan]] and presented to his brother Jessie [[McClellan (surname) | McClellan]]. It can be seen at [[McClellan Book Store]], 21 E Liberty Street, American block.<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Sept. 19, 1883==
For rent, store building formerly occupied by William [[Donner (surname) | Donner]], W Liberty Street. Inquire at [[L Shibley and Bro. Jewelry Store]].<br>
Thomas [[Kent (surname) | Kent]] was arrested for burning the Geitgey block on Friday morning Jan. 28, 1881. A fire broke out in [[Wooster, Ohio | Wooster]] in frame business block on S Market Street, which destroyed property in the amount estimated 30000. The origin of the fire was a mystery, but generally considered arson in absence of any other known cause. Several parties were suspicious of committing the act and much rumor and talk on the subject has occurred ever since. The matter will come to front that on fact of Friday of last week. Theodore [[Kent (surname) | Kent]] was arrested and charged with the crime. He had been indicted in the case by the grand jury. He was arrested on warrant at the [[Central Hotel]] by deputy sheriff EA [[Brown (surname) | Brown]]. A 1000 bail was fixed by Judge [[Parsons (surname) | Parsons]]. ES [[Dowell (surname) | Dowell]] has been retained as his attorney.<br>
[[Foltz and Pollock]] entered opening up a new photography gallery in rooms formerly occupied by Neal O [[Harrington (surname) | Harrington]], above [[Craighead Grocery Store]]. They just finished completing the rooms. They will be ready for business next Friday or Saturday.<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Sept. 26, 1883==
Mr. Anthony [[Leies (surname) | Leies]] has made decided improvement to [[Keister Hotel]] property by laying new gutters and pavements the whole length of the lot on the east side.<br>
Jos [[Nachtrieb (surname) | Nachtrieb]] is now clerking in the drug store of CB [[Baird (surname) | Baird]], #4ME.<br>
[[Well Bros.]] at the dry goods store, four doors west of the courthouse.<br>
Peter [[McLaughlin (surname) | McLaughlin]] of firm of [[Foust and McLaughlin]], is in [[Garrett, Kansas | Garrett]], where he is establishing a dry goods store which will be conducted by Forest [[Price (surname) | Price]].<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Nov. 7, 1883==
Ladies wishing how to cut and fit dresses, call Kate [[Elsperman (surname) | Elsperman]]. Office on E South Street, near the railroad.<br>
Merchants, attorneys and physicians same.<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Nov. 14, 1883==
Pianos, organs and sewing machines for sale at John H [[Thomas (surname) | Thomas]] [[Parlor of Music]], north of the county buildings.<br>
CF [[Conrad (surname) | Conrad]] Billard Hall, E Liberty Street.<br>
New enterprise in [[Wooster, Ohio | Wooster]]. JA [[Hunter (surname) | Hunter]] has opened a restaurant under Conrad’s Billard Hall.<br>
Mrs. [[Stoddard (surname) | Stoddard]] will continue to occupy her studio in Larwill House, N Market Street.<br>
[[St. John’s Eating House]] has been moved from Black’s corner to corner of South and S Walnut Street.<br>
Jessie [[McClellan (surname) | McClellan]] went to [[New York, NY | New York]] to buy stock for [[McClellan Bros. Store]] 21 E Liberty Street.<br>
[[Doc Carr Livery Stable]] in rear of the post office, E Liberty Street.<br>
Announcement. I have purchased the [[Wooster Book Bindery]] of WC [[Rice (surname) | Rice]] and have moved to Geitgey’s new building next to the [[Exchange Bank]], DE [[Robison (surname) | Robison]].<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Nov. 21, 1883==
ED [[Fisher (surname) | Fisher]], harness and bridals, S Market Street, 1st door south of the square.<br>
John [[Straus (surname) | Straus]] long time with Joe [[Schuch (surname) | Schuch]], has transferred his services to Fred [[Reese (surname) | Reese]] barber shop on S Market Street.<br>
Joe [[Sullivan (surname) | Sullivan]], the barber, has returned from [[Columbus, Ohio | Columbus]] and taken front chair at Joe [[Schuch (surname) | Schuch]] shop, E Liberty Street, his old place.<br>
Harrison [[Swigert (surname) | Swigert]] has sent to [[Wooster, Ohio | Wooster]] some samples of corn he raised on his farm. It is on exhibition at BD [[Hartman (surname) | Hartman]]’s new saddle shop on W Liberty Street.<br>
Wm [[Nold (surname) | Nold]] tendered his resignation as [[Water Works]] trustee to council Monday evening, stating that turning off of the water has subjected him to more personal abuse from some of the citizens that he would no longer submit to. The resignation was tabled until next meeting.<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Nov. 28, 1883==
[[J Cunningham and Br.]] china.<br>
GB [[Seigenthaler (surname) | Seigenthaler]].<br>
[[Kinney and Collery Hardware]], #2ME.<br>
One of the handsomest new residences is that of WA [[Underwood (surname) | Underwood]] on N Market Street, which was completed last week by Mr.[[Williams (surname) | Williams]] and Mr. [[Houghins (surname) | Houghins]].<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Dec. 5, 1883==
[[Foltz and Co.]], new art gallery located in PD Hall building, corner of square and E Liberty Street. Entrance next door to [[Shibley Jewelry Store]].<br>
[[B Barrett and Son]] E Liberty Street for steam engines and boilers.<br>
George [[Power (surname) | Power]], successor to S [[Geitgey (surname) | Geitgey]], dealer of lamps, table cutlery and stoneware.<br>
George [[Fabor (surname) | Fabor]] returned to his bakery next door to post office, E Liberty Street.<br>
The citizens of [[Wooster, Ohio | Wooster]] are to be provided with more water and water works trustees are going to work at once to effect the desirable results. The propose to sink a well in hollow bank of Quimby Park, north of High School and collect therein all the spring water that flows down the way and with a steam pump, force the water through a pipe up into the dam. The pump to start with, will cost 750 with capacity of pumping 300 gallons per minute.<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Dec. 12, 1883==
New officers of [[Coach Pad Co.]], election at works on S Grant Street. Election of officers as follows, directors: WA [[Underwood (surname) | Underwood]], John S [[Caskey (surname) | Caskey]], Jacob [[Palmer (surname) | Palmer]], DW [[Immel (surname) | Immel]], Jacob [[Stark (surname) | Stark]]. President- WA [[Underwood (surname) | Underwood]], Sec.-Jacob [[Stark (surname) | Stark]], tres.-John S [[Caskey (surname) | Caskey]].<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Dec. 19, 1883==
Peter W [[Young (surname) | Young]] and brother-in-law, HL [[Fawectt (surname) | Fawcett]], have dissolved partnership in the bottling works. Mr. [[Young (surname) | Young]] will continue the business while Mr. [[Fawcett (surname) | Fawcett]] will take charge of the [[Proeger Restaurant]] near the depot.<br>
==Wayne County Democrat Dec. 26, 1883==
[[Wooster Market and Grains]] corrected by J [[Frick (surname) | Frick]], dealer in wool, wheat, corn and oats at [[Frick (surname) | Frick]] warehouse on E South Street.<br>
James A [[Ogden (surname) | Ogden]] clothing, opposite the post office, E Liberty Street at Childs building.<br>
[[Well Bros.]] have purchased George [[Steur (surname) | Steur]] dry goods store in [[Shreve, Ohio | Shreve]].<br>
[[White Front Novelty Store]]. Uncle Joe says, [[White Front Store]], SE side of square.<br>
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