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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1887
Page
2
In Springfield Ohio Judge Charles R White of the Common Pleas Court decides a test case holding Bohemian cats notes valid when in the hands of an innocent holder.
John A. Roche, Republican, was elected Mayor of Chicago by a 25,000 vote majority. The Democrats had no candidate, and the contest was mainly between the Republican and Labor parties.
Charles S. Fairchild named Secretary of the Treasury after Daniel Manning resigns. Isaac H. Maynard advanced to assistant Secretary of the Treasury. Evangelist Sam Small lies near death in Atlanta, Ga, with similar note on his journalism and charitable work.
During the sixty seventh General Assembly of Ohio 1 735 bills and resolutions were introduced. Of these 240 Senate and 633 House bills have become laws and 69 joint resolutions have become laws.
The statue of Ohio Governor Allen sculpted by Charles H. Niehaus now living in Rome has been completed and will soon be sent to the United States.
Commander in Chief Fairchild urges all G A R Posts to stage a patriotic feast and solicit contributions for the Grant memorial on April 27, marking the sixty fifth anniversary of General Grant's death.
Ex Senator Scott of West Virginia became suddenly and violently ill near Terra Alta while traveling from Parkersburg to Washington City on Friday. Report notes the emergency required great effort, with death narrowly averted. Also mentions Cunard ships’ safety record and a false claim about the Scythia disaster. Legislature passes a bill allowing county commissioners to contract with individuals for road repair and to issue credit road tax certificates accepted by the Auditor.
Statistics show indoor paupers relieved in Ohio for the year ending November 1st 1886 totaled 68 539, down from 70 531 the prior year. Outdoor relief during the year reached 49 144, down from 55 200 in the preceding year.
The appointment of Mr. Fairchild to succeed Mr. Manning as Secretary of the Treasury is praised as satisfactory to the country’s financial interests. His familiar knowledge of the department and conservative policy align with the people’s best sense. West Virginia Democrats are split over the Senatorial matter as an extra legislative session is called. Republicans smile at a perceived breakthrough, while WV Democrats face internal strife and warning signs.
Blaine's southern and western tour fuels gossip about a Blaine Sherman deal. In political circles, they may pool to determine who holds the stronger hand. Cleveland is expected to be the Democratic candidate.
Returns show labor party winning in Cincinnati with Stevenson as mayor while Democrats fall behind. Cleveland carries for the Democratic ticket by about 3,000. Zanesville and Columbus favor Democrats in several races, with Prohibition a key issue countywide and in city races. Recapitulations list trustees, treasurers, clerks, constables, and council votes by precinct, highlighting party splits and close margins.
A roster of names including D E Patterson treasurer Jos Donahoe assessor JS Amstot and Jacob lacett constables Robert McBurney and Justices of the Peace. Democrats and Republicans noted with Wim Lawrence mayor R F Craig A Barnes Lewis Smith and others including school board members and cemetery trustees.
The Cambridge area held multiple party conventions at Hammonds Opera Hall. Republicans elected Col. J. M. Bushfield chair, with secretaries and tellers appointed. officers and a slate for trustee treasurer clerk and constables were named with voting tallies. Democratic and corporation sessions followed, nominating trustees clerks treasurers assessors council members and cemetery trustees, with adjournments after each slate.
The article lists township and corporation election officials for Capbridge. It names precinct judges and clerks across multiple wards, including first ward with F K Fridly and H A Morrow, second ward with S C Barr and J H Smith, third ward with J W Graves and R L Sibley, and fourth ward with C P B Sarcher and G P Skinner, among others.
Livestock losses include several sheep drowned last week. A long sick list includes Mrs Elias Shimmel Mrs Eliza Carothers Elijah Phelps Samal Carothers and J B Luccock. People visiting or moving their mills include Tyson Luccock and George Mc Kim. A 95 year old resident Mrs Nancy McMillen died March 26 and was buried March 27. W P DeHart closed a seven month term of school at Partridge Trap with recitations speeches and gifts for the teacher.
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve touted as best for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions. Guaranteed satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by C L Wall & Co. February 18 ly.
Market prices for eggs and butter, with school house entertainment planned at No 3. The Lanning saw mill moved nearby and bridges inspected by commissioners. Easter missionary concert at Arlen's chapel invites all. Summer teaching assignments announced for districts 2 and 3.
A 1887 Times Recorder note alerts Zanesville readers to adulteration in roasted coffee and urges testing Pinkerton's Oriental Coffee as a standard of purity and cleanliness. It claims many physicians link inferior coffee to dyspepsia and kidney issues and notes most merchants stock and prefer the brand.
Tristian Walters of Niar OoLetnorrr Georgia reports years of face cancerous nodules and life threatening health decline. After using twelve and a half bottles of Swift's S. S. the nodules disappeared, health improved, and neighbors vouch for blood disorder cures.
Andrew Tierney of 619 1st Avenue New York testifies he used Swift's Specific 8.8.8 for rheumatism and was relieved. He invites others to inquire at his home and notes the treatment is discussed in Treatise On Blood and Skin Diseases from Swift Specific Co Drawer 3 Atlanta Ga.
Unprecedented fate of Boschee’s German Syrup lauded as the safest best cure for coughs colds and lung troubles. Claims it treats root cause not just symptoms and heals affected parts. Sold by druggists and dealers nationwide at 75 cents per large bottle.
A Hartford miner named Sandy Owens reports a severe foot sprain from coal. After trying many remedies he used Edwards Landman Great Pain Annihilator and recovered in two days. He endorses it for bruises sprains cuts and chapped hands and invites readers to ask their druggist about it at 50 cents per bottle.
I A Bradford of Chattanooga Tennessee credits Dr King s New Discovery with curing a severe lung cold after other remedies failed. He has used it for his family with consistent good results and recommends it widely. Trial bottles free at C L Wall Co drug store. Theodore Hibbs prominent Smyrna Republican visited Barnesville on business.
Edward Shepherd of Harrisburg New Jersey credits Electric Bitters and Bucklen Arnica Salve with healing a eight year running leg sore that doctors warned could require bone scraping or amputation. He used three bottles of Electric Bitters and seven boxes of Arnica Salve restoring his leg. Sold by C L Wall & Co at 50 cents and 25 cents respectively.
The Star of Bethlehem is predicted to reappear this year marking the sixth appearance since Christ's birth. Observers claim it will rise north of the North Star and be visible at noon as a dazzling solar orb many times larger than the sun, with an orbit not yet calculated by scientists.
A corrected account lists dates of snow from November 6, 1886, to March 6, 1887, totaling sixteen snow events. The deepest snow was the second, at 5 inches, as reported by A. N. Jones.
An advertisement claims Scott’s Emulsion of Pure Cod Layer Oil with hypophosphites has great efficacy for consumption and wasting diseases. It says the remedy heals throat and lung irritation, builds up blood, and fortifies the system against future diseases. Take no other.
Raymond and Co have moved to Taylor's new block and opened the largest stock of dry goods carpets and rugs in Eastern Ohio. A one week sale features silks and fine dress goods at very low prices. Visit the new store to save money.
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