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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1887
Page
2
The Cambridge Herald lists J P Mahaffey as business manager and Mafaffey and Ogier as partners with offices on Main Street East Court Square. The paper is entered at Cambridge Ohio post office as second class mail matter.
The article notes a threatened strike by coke workers and mentions other items of interest including Maggie Mitchell praised for a large diamond collection among American actresses, M Molokanoff the blind tea merchant, 254 yellow fever cases and 53 deaths in Key West, a California real estate boom, and India’s desire to shed British rule suggesting potential unrest ahead.
The official count shows Buckner with a 17 000 vote majority over Bradley the Republican. Prohibition votes reached 8 400 and Labor 5 487.
The New York Herald features interviews with leading businessmen, showing trade in a healthful condition with prospects for greater improvement across the metropolis and its markets.
In the past two weeks rail mishaps have been frequent with many incidents documented. Extensive property damage occurred and numerous deaths were reported alongside the string of wrecks.
The English government has proclaimed against the Irish National League and will endeavor to suppress it. The move is not received with favor and tends to create more trouble, with many believing it will react in favor of Ireland.
The Socialists of New York have grown tired of Henry George and his theories. They plan to paddle their own canoe and sever ties with the United Labor party after several recent enthusiastic meetings.
The drove well claims have stirred Newark and surrounding areas causing tight agitation. Condemnation meetings are held in Licking county as residents pledge to resist royalty claims with about forty lawsuits already filed and more expected.
At the Democratic Senatorial convention in Newark the district allied with us nominated Hon. J. G. Huffman of Perry County and Dr. E. Sinnett of Licking. The district is strongly Democratic, so these gentlemen are likely to become the next State Senators.
Reports from the eastern wool market indicate better buying disposition. Boston shows a firmer tone than weeks past while Philadelphia remains quiet. no advance is expected this year.
The Republicans of Muskingum held their county convention on Saturday and nominated a full ticket including Representatives E. Little and D. Stewart, Probate Judge G. L. Foley, Treasurer Jessie Atwell, Prosecuting Attorney A. A. Frazier, Commissioner G. W. McCutcheon, Infirmary Director G. T. Willey, and Coroner William Ruth.
Joseph Brown, a prominent and prosperous farmer, is announced as a candidate for County Commissioner. He has wide business experience, previously served as township trustee, is a Republican, courteous, and would be a popular candidate.
John M. Bushfield, Esq., is announced as a GOP candidate for Representative. He is well known in the county for years of legal practice and party work, and this is his first bid for office. He is described as possessing every qualification and worthy of support.
A Findlay Ohio resident laments a real estate boom gone sour. Prices have fallen by half with no buyers in sight as a once sought after property drops from 8000 to 5000 while offers vanish. The sentiment marks a widespread halt to what he calls a reckless craze.
J O Couplin emerges as a candidate before the Republican convention for Clerk of Courts. He is described as a strong and popular choice with many social and business supporters ready to back him this Fall. Couplin served in the 62nd O V I from age 16 for three years, two and a half years of active service before being wounded and released.
The Cincinnati Herald notes rising foreign demand for breadware with prices low, citing July exports at 15.7 million dollars and seven months total around 100.4 million. Wheat remains dominant with 13.54 million bushels exported valued near 12.0 million dollars, while flour shipments fall from 0.98 million to about 0.63 million barrels.
Oration by J. A. Cosby of North Salem Ohio delivered at Muskingum College commencement June 23 1887 argues Liberty as Ireland's right and Home Rule as the path to justice. It lauds Gladstone and Parnell and links Irish liberty to American revolutionary ideals and the fight against oppression.
A fiery polemic condemns British rule in Ireland, denouncing coercion, land system, and exile. It cites Emmet, Swift, Tone, Parnell, and Gladstone, argues for Home Rule, laments emigration, praises Protestant leaders, and calls for justice and liberty for Ireland.
Dr. Cheney, a renowned Georgia physician, endorses Swift's Specific for measles and summer dysentery. He reports exceptional benefits for convalescents and argues the remedy can prevent summer dysentery by preparing the bowels with a few bottles in spring.
Byesville sees rising mine work and town activities with candidates filling the week. Prof Bliss convalesces slowly. Trail Run hosts foot racing. Emma Radenbach returns. G A R Post proposed. Rey Wmebroom to Perry County. D C Taylor popular. male glee club planned. Lloyd Selby buys a hack for Trail Run trips. Neighbors Nelson Cavender and brothers enjoy Virginia rustication. Edward Douney visits from Sarahsville. Roy Gruber accepts eight probationers into full connection at church. ME church women prep missionary concert next Sunday. Jackson Township Soldiers Association to attend Cambridge reunion September 7 and 8.
Ssatt's Emulsion of Pure Cod Liver Oil with hypopnep bites is presented as more reliable for consumption chronic coughs and emagration than any medical remedy. The preparation is claimed to increase potency and remains highly palatable for patients.
Warns buyers to avoid counterfeit throat and lung remedies and insist on Dr King's New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds. States the product guarantees relief with trials at C L Wall & Co's Drug Store and large bottles priced at $1.
The notice states candidates will be announced from the order date until the convention and requires 200 in cash in advance.
Notices from Herato Hawes Luccock Cae rns and Taylor urge candidacy for Representative before the Republican county convention to be held in Cambridge on September 5 1887. Primary meetings for delegate elections are set for September 3 from 3 to 6 PM at usual voting places in townships and precincts.
Notices announce candidates for Probate Judge in Guernsey County seeking Republican County Convention support on September 5 at Cambridge. Names include Van D Crata Ips Herano and Elza Turner among others, with multiple confirmations of candidacy for the nomination.
Republican figures from Guernsey county announce bids for the clerk of courts race. James O Couplin James Mason Jas A Weyer and others declare candidacies subject to the Republican county convention to be held in Cambridge on September 5 1887.
J H Mackey announces candidacy for Prosecuting Attorney subject to the Republican Convention decision on September 5 1887. John L Locke of Cambridge also seeks the nomination for Prosecuting Attorney at the same convention in Guernsey County.
A series of notices from Cambridge township announces candidates for the Republican county convention on September 5 1887. Joseph Brown Samuel C Barr S J Montgomery and John S Gallup are named as nominees or presented for nomination to the office of county commissioner.
An 19th century-style promotion asserts Castoria opens skin pores and aids digestion to prevent illness in children. It claims Castoria regulates stomachs and bowels, reduces fevers and eruptions, and has a long history of use without narcotics. It emphasizes Purity, ventilation, and nourishment.
The Chestnut Hill and Antrim schools joined in a Saturday picnic at Chestnut Hill with music, prayers, and multiple addresses. The Antrim cornet band led the event, D D Taylor entertained, Rev Becker delivered a notable sermon, and the gathering closed with a doxology and benediction.
A vintage advertisement extols Green's August Flower as a cure for numerous ailments. It claims dyspepsia and liver issues cause most health problems and promises relief after three doses. Sample bottles are offered at 10 cents.
Reports from Claysville note Ross McCourt works near High Hill and the McCourt oil well is ready for nitroglycerine. Gas has burned for a week with operators predicting promising prospects for a paying well. Local events include Rev Nash in ME pulpit, Pennyroyal Reunion attendance by Dr Hawes, and a Sunday school picnic planned at McCandless' grave on September 10 with visitors from Free land and Philadelphia.
The B and O Railroad announces excursion rates to several fairs and reunions. Belmont County Fair at St. Clairsville August 31 to September 2 offers one fare and a third from Quaker City Bellaire and intermediate stations. Ohio State Fair in Columbus August 29 to September 2 offers one fare round trip from all points in Ohio. West Virginia State Fair in Wheeling September 5 to 9 offers one fare round trip from Zanesville and intermediates. Guernsey County Fair in Washington September 28 to 30 offers one fare and a third from Cambridge Barnesville and intermediates.
The advertisement promotes Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best remedy for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions with a money back guarantee. Sold by C L Wall & Co at 25 cents per box. February 18 edition.
MARRIED. GUNN-GILLESPE On the 17th of August by Rev J W Martin Mr George W Gunn of Bradietown and Miss Carrie Gillespie of North alem. THATCHER-MCMILLEN In Washington D D August 15 1887 by Rev Samuel Mahaffey Rich ard H Thatcher and Miss Rebecca J McMillan of Middlebourne Ohio. ERSKINE-SMITH On the 18th of August 1887 at the parsonage by Rev W V Milligan Albert Erskine of Noble county and Miss Maggie Smith of Cumberland Guernsey county.
Dress buttons offered at PTF event for PErrann include options in both color and white. Details unclear due to damaged text.
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