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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1885
Page
2
This year begins with no flood in the lowlands. Township Trustees rent the room used by Listen Burris for meetings. Connecticut grants women vote rights in school elections. Appomattox hero may out general Death yet. Prohibition Amendment to Texas voters in August. Washington Monument struck by lightning thrice but unharmed.
Authorities in Chicago bolster police on duty following a late election event fueling concerns over communistic influence. The move comes amid heightened public anxiety and calls for vigilance by city officials and residents.
The press reports a new ruse selling paper cigars that imitate real smokes. Connecticut manufacturers are credited with inventing the craft.
A oblique portrait casts General Beatty as a gubernatorial hopeful, suggesting his momentary glow may fade before a more prominent political figure rises.
Bradstreet's figures show 174 U S failures last week versus 225 the prior week. The drop prompts question whether it signals improving conditions.
Legislature questions German instruction in Ohio schools and defeats a bill making it a study branch. Meanwhile prospects of war in Europe influence local markets. Minnesota firms report profits of 100000 to 125000 from extra sales last week.
Ex president Arthur returns to the legal profession in New York joining the firm he previously belonged to when the Nation summoned him to office. No fee is charged for this notice.
The talk in Illinois centers on whether Gen Flick elected to the U S Senate would lead to Hon A J Warner’s appointment as Commissioner of Pensions. Such a move is not impossible and is being discussed as a potential outcome.
Rey Talmage, a renowned preacher, argues there is no harm in skating rinks if conduct is proper and restrictions are enforced. He says no pastime is opposed when safety and order are maintained.
Reports indicate Italy will help England against Russia by deploying troops to garrison the Sudan, enabling Britain to move forces to Afghanistan. A New York dispatch notes John L Sullivan and Paddy Ryan agreed to a lightweight bout for 2500 dollars to be held in Montana.
Hon. Henry Shaw a Democrat in the Illinois Legislature was found dead in bed Sunday, the third death in the body during the session. The House adjourns again as no US Senator has been chosen and Republican journals predict no Democratic win in Ohio next fall. They urge Durbin Ward as Governor candidate, leaving readers to ponder what would follow if nominated and elected.
The April crop report warns of a poor wheat crop statewide. Southern counties report under fifty percent of a full crop while northern areas show cautious optimism but no average yield. Many wheat fields may be plowed and corn planted instead as spring work lags.
The 1885 miners convention met in R. of P. Hall Cambridge on April 10 with delegates from multiple mines. They debated wage reductions and adopted a night session plan including a five member committee to negotiate, while endorsing the Cambridge Democrat and thanking local supporters.
Farmers and mechanics save money on Dr Bosanko's Cough and Lung Syrup. Relieves coughs colds croup and bronchial issues especially in children at night. Price 50 cents and 1.00. Samples free. Sold by John M. McGill.
A Temperance friends meeting in Cambridge calls all to attend at the ME Church on Thursday April 30th at 1 o clock. The gathering aims to plan action to curb intemperance and save hearts and homes. Prominent speakers are expected with music by the ME choir. Fleming chairs the effort.
An advertisement presents Dr. Bosanko's Cough and Lung Syrup as a reliable remedy with Tar and Wild Cherry as its basis. It claims several other effective ingredients and notes price 50 cents and 1.00, with samples free and sale by J. R. Downar.
Miss Lizzie Doyle of Indiana visited Miss Alice Bucy last week. Mrs A McCollum has been ill the past weeks. Miss Ida Braden of New Concord visited friends here last week. T W Slaser started the summer term at Baird's last Monday. Alex McCollum's cow died from injuries after a fall. Alex Allender of Bridgeport and Sanford Allender of Senecaville attended their mother’s funeral here last week. Rev J G Whitaker preached his farewell sermon at the Baptist church after years of service.
A boy named Willie suffers a burn on his arm and receives salve treatment using Salvation Oil, described as bringing joy and relief.
Mrs Dudley occupies a part of Michael Dyson's dwelling. George Boyd has rented and will move into Mrs Schofield's property next week. Cards out for the wedding of Mr Lariver and Mrs Nan Schofield. Samuel Trott will move to Cumberland next week to rent the old Muzzy farm for a year with an option to buy.
Mrs. Oliver Hardman of Walton County narrates a cancer recovery after trying various remedies. She details initial swelling, pain, and failed treatments before Swift's Specific produced improvement with a final scar remaining. She praises the medicine and notes a testimonial date January 9, 1884 from Monroe Georgia.
In Boyesville business is slow as garden plans loom. Wm Gary sold property to Miss Alvira Hilderbrant and D F Morrow sold High street property to Mrs Kate Hosick for 605 dollars. Miners gathered at Burt's Hall. W & LE and State Miners Association correspondents spoke as miners remain out. Cited locals include Conductor Smith arraigned for speeding and fined, lawyers Mathews and Carpenter on legal business, and visitors from Missouri to see a gravely ill mother.
An old advertisement touts Dr Frazier’s Magic Ointment as the greatest blessing of the generation and a sure cure for boils burns sores cuts flesh wounds sore nipples hard and soft corns chapped lips and hands pimples and blotches priced at 50 cents sold by druggists FRAZIER MEDICINE CO Proprietors
The town notes dreary farming and rail business with miners eyeing a strike on CW and NYRR. Rey H Camp of Cleveland tours here delivering temperance talks at the Town Hall and gains about two hundred fifty signers to the pledge. Miss Gardner canvasses for the Peoples atlas with Miss Ella Webster, and the Central Hotel remains a thriving hub as guests from New York Philadelphia Pittsburgh Cleveland Columbus Chicago and other cities visit recently.
Cure claims for cuts bruises burns and wounds with Griggs glycerine salve. Positively cures piles tetter and skin eruptions. Satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded. For sale by J M McGill May 1 84 ly.
A small brass calendar once used by President Garfield remains set to Saturday July 2, 1881, never changed since that fatal morning, a prized memento in the home of Rutherford B. Hayes.
The most important Discovery is that which brings the most good to the greatest number. Dr King's New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds will preserve health and save life and is a priceless boon to the afflicted. It cures Consumption Coughs Colds Bronchitis Asthma Soarseness and all affections of the Throat Chest and Lungs. Trial Bottle Free at C L Wall & Co's Drug store.
Mrs. SP G Wells of Startford Connecticut writes that Brown's Iron Bitters cured her stomach trouble and liver and kidney complaints. She reports complete relief and recommends the medicine to others.
The organized militia totals 91,200 men while the unorganized force reaches 6,580,505. New York leads organized strength with 11,686 and 502,480 unorganized. Pennsylvania next with 8,880 and 459,532. Ohio Illinois Indiana Missouri Massachusetts Michigan New Jersey Texas Iowa follow with varying tallies.
PILES! PILES! PILES! One box claims cure for the worst cases of long standing piles. It soothes itching absorbs tumors and provides instant relief. Sold by druggists or mailed on receipt of price one dollar from Prazier Medicine Co Cleveland Ohio.
An exchange urges readers to use wit and avoid contracts with strangers. Do not sign papers for others or make bargains hoping for nothing. Act honestly, treat neighbors fairly, and avoid taking advantage. Such conduct will reduce bank and court worries and improve life and conscience.
An 1810 to 1868 overview notes opium consumption rising from 20,000 pounds to about 90,000 habitual users then over 500,000. It highlights more women than men becoming addicted, calling the vice easily contracted, practiced in private, and hard to detect.
An old style testimonial extols Parkers Hair Balsam claiming to restore grayness and cover bald spots with a single bottle. It asserts hair gains boost confidence in marriage and employment. The note ends with a quip about Rev. T DeWitt Talmage planning a visit to New York and Brooklyn skating rinks to examine immortality charges, without skating himself.
An advertisement asserts Dr Bosanko's Pile remedy cures blind bleeding and itching piles by absorbing tumors and stopping itching. Priced at 50 cents, sold by John M McGill jun and The Chronicle notes a subscriber who died still in debt to the paper, urging timely payment.
Edward Shepherd of Harrisburg NL credits Electric Bitters and Bucklen's Arnica Salve for curing a eight year leg wound after doctors warned amputation. He reports three bottles of Electric Bitters and seven boxes of Arnica Salve restored his leg. Sold by C L Wall & Co. at fifty cents and twenty five cents per box.
A Cleveland advertisement proclaims Dr. Frazier’s Throat and Lung Balm as the only cure for coughs colds hoarseness and throat and lung diseases. It claims many lives saved and urges families to buy the 50 cent bottle from FRAZIER MEDICINE CO.
Market notes list farm goods and prices including sorghum salt butter lard and potatoes. It mentions feeds seeds orchard grass red top millet blue grass options and various livestock terms with scattered numbers and misspelled items.
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