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A temperance wave rises to curb liquor traffic across rural districts as reformers predict broad reach and sweeping influence over a large territory.
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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1887
Page
2
Literary Societies Urged to Observe Troubling Elements
An exchange notes that meddlesome individuals pose the greatest risk to the community and offer food for thought. Literary societies are urged to take notice of this warning and reflect on its implications.
Philadelphia newsboy loses leg after car push injury
A Philadelphia newsboy was pushed from a moving car, run over, and leg amputation followed. Courts ruled he is entitled to 18000 dollars in compensation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Judge Rules Wages Immune From Attachment
Judge Hawes of Greene county Common Pleas Court rules a man who supports a widowed mother and sisters is family head by law and his wages cannot be attached.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawes
Common Pleas Court
Greene County
Father of Vice President Hamlin names children
The VP's father named his four sons Alexander Julius Cesar Cincinnatus and Hannibal. His four daughters were Europe Asia Australia and America.
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Hamlin
Alexander
Julius Cesar
Cincinnatus
Hannibal
Europe
Asia
Australia
America
Ohio bill cuts county fee schedules in half or more
A bill introduced in the Ohio House of Representatives would reduce County Auditor and Sheriff fees by about 30 percent and Treasurer and Clerk fees by about 25 percent. The cuts would apply to all counties not under special acts.
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Ohio
House of Representatives
Beckett Considered as Representative Candidate
Rumor circulates that Auditor Beckett may be nominated for a seat in the Legislature. Beckett is described as a persuasive talker and capable reasoner. No interview has occurred yet. Republicans may be asked to support him.
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Auditor Beckett
Mr. Becket
Legislature Beatty Seeks Pay Cut to Gain Fame
A legislator named Beatty aims for prominence by introducing a bill reducing county official salaries from 25 to 20 percent. Critics warn the move may be a risky first step, inviting potential setback or a fall if it backfires.
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Beatty
Judge Kelly to retire as Monroe district judge
Judge Kelly of the Common Pleas Court of the Monroe district will end his term February 8. An evening banquet at the National hotel in St. Clairsville honors his service and honor among the bar and people.
Anarchists Seek Disbanding Army For National Militia
The article notes anarchists urge Congress to dissolve the regular army and replace it with an armed national militia. It argues such a change could lead to a large standing force, but suggests greater effect would come from leveraging the trade lever.
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Congress
Mexico Pension Bill Becomes Law
The House concurred with the Senate amendment by Yeas 243 to Nays 5. The act provides an $8 monthly pension to all surviving officers and enlisted men including marines militia and volunteers who served 60 days in the Mexican war.
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House
Senate
United States
Blaine Seen As Possible Presidential Candidate
Prominent Republicans say Blaine will not run unless the party needs him. He would like to lead but doubt remains if the move is electioneering. Blaine is a shrewd figure with many admirers in the party.
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Blaine
Immigrant Tensions Echoed in Labor and Law Debate
For years the almond-eyed celestial once called the Chinaman has stirred bitterness in American labor and even influenced immigration legislation. Now Italian imports are seen as equally objectionable, with fears that sunshine cannot turn the home into a palace.
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Italy
Man near Indianapolis of uncanny size shocks local readers
A claimant named Craig lives near Indianapolis and is described at six feet four and a half inches tall with eight hundred pounds weight. The report notes eighty bodies are not involved, and his feet are blamed for the unusual mass though the claims strain credibility.
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Indianapolis
Craig
Family Suffers Strychnine Like Poisoning After Pig Feet
In Dayton a family of Gebhart Stephens ate six pig feet bought earlier. The father mother and a sixteen year old daughter fell violently ill with pain and are endangered. The physician suspects poisoning and tests the meat while a dog fed the same meat died in convulsions.
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Dayton
Gebhart Stephens
County political talk clouds Republican camp
The county sees political chatter creating a fog around the Republican side and dulling prophecy. Observers search for guidance yet feel adrift and uncertain about what lies ahead.
Though places of honor was not lavishly bestowed upon the late Charles Francis Adams
A brief obituary note records that Charles Francis Adams died with modest honors and amassed wealth quietly, living a life that left him a lingering fortune rather than grand recognition.
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Charles Francis Adams
New Jersey Political Fight Draws Little Attention
The New Jersey squabble continues with sparring only and unclear outcomes as to which party, Democrat or Republican, may be knocked out.
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New Jersey
Foraker Won’t Seek Re nomination Amid Resignation Hints
A Columbus dispatch reports Governor Foraker will not seek another term and hints he may resign. Business interests urge prompt attention to mounting concerns as the political landscape shifts in Ohio.
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Columbus
Foraker
Treasury Secretary Manning to resign amid succession chatter
Reports indicate a resignation of Secretary Manning is imminent with Representative Scott of Pennsylvania named as his potential successor.
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Manning
the Treasury
Scott
Pennsylvania
Pendleton Backs Home After Quiet Berlin Visit
Minister Pendleton returns to his homeland amid a quiet Berlin visit with no attractions awaiting him. The journey home is described as carried safely by the tide.
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Berlin
Pendleton
H. M. Brooks Granted Stay of Execution in St Louis
H M Brooks alias Maxwell who was to be hung at St Louis today has been granted a stay of execution until April 1st.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M., Brooks
Maxwell
St. Louis
Miners Strike at Wilkesbarre Ends with Wage Increase
The Wilkesbarre labor action that began last October has concluded with miners winning the wage increase they sought.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkesbarre, Pa
Miss Nina Van Zandt Reported Married by Proxy
The note claims Miss Nina Van Zandt was wed by proxy to the Chicago anarchist on Tuesday. The claim adds another remarkable twist to a series of unusual events surrounding the individuals involved.
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Nina van Zandt
Chicago
New York Judge Cox Relapses. Health Alarm Refrains
Hon. 8. 8. Cox of New York has had a relapse and alarm is again felt regarding his physical condition.
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Cox
New York
Reagan Elected U S Senator From Texas After Fierce Battle
Ronald Reagan wins the U S Senate seat from Texas after a protracted, closely fought campaign. The result closes a tense race marked by sharp political clashes and strong voter interest across the state.
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Reagan
U. S
Texas
Public Debt Down About 9 Million Since January 1887
Public debt has been reduced by roughly nine million dollars since January of 1887, marking a significant fiscal improvement. This drop reflects ongoing efforts to cut obligations and strengthen the economy.
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Western Fire Works
Beaver Falls
Noss Musical Family Delights Large Moundsville Audience
The Noss Musical Family gave a well received show at Masonic Hall last Wednesday. The reviewer praises their consistent fine performance and notes every member showed competence and thoroughness, creating an enviable impression on amusement lovers. The Ness Family is commended for an even and forcible display. At Hammond's Opera House, Thursday evening, February 3.
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Noss Musical Family
Masonic Hall
Ness
Moundsville
W.va
Hammond’s Opera House
Antrim Community Notes Highlight Local Illnesses and Events
Madison Township reports several ailments including Pearl Miller who remains ill with pneumonia and William Wirick, seriously ill with cancer of the eye. Samuel Dougherty is buried in Antrim cemetery. James Taylor sold a yearling filly to James Tedrick of Midway. Antrim hosts a literary society and a forthcoming band benefit play. Mrs Joseph Andrews improves slowly. Miss Mary L Anderson attends her mother. Box festival receipts near $40 support sidewalk improvements.
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Madison Township
Samuel Dougherty
Antrim
Pearl
James Miller
James Taylor
James Tedrick
Midway
Joseph Andrews
William Wirick
Jefferson Township
Winchester
T J Lyne
Mary L Anderson
Washington
Carriage Maker Credits Blood Bitters Cure
Adolf Lallor of 119 Carroll Street Buffalo New York reports stomach nausea sick headache and debility cured by Burdock Blood Bitters in a testimonial style notice typical of patent medicine advertising.
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Adolf Lallor
Carroll Street
Buffalo
N. Y
Geo. P. Rowell & Co
Newspaper Advertising Bureau
Spruce St
New York
Promising Wheat Crop and Local Social Update
J B Hosick is convalescent and wheat in this section shows promise. Meetings begin January 30 at Allen's. Markets report butter 20 and eggs 18. H C Beymer has moved to Columbus for a clerking post. Schools near districts close due to scarlet fever with several fatalities. John Ford moved goods to his father and will work for P Fisher. his wife stays with relatives. Emma Linn of Sugar Tree visits Washington cousins. Young folks enjoyed a gathering at Than Tubble's near Washington with music and fun. Mrs M Dillehay returns from Columbus and may stay with daughter Mrs James Farrar of Galligher until spring. Mrs Jno Thomas of Brady attends funeral of Samuel Daugherty of Birmingham. cancer claimed his life.
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J. B. Hosick
Allen's
S. Stiles
J. M. Wolverton
Cambridge
H.C. Beymer
Columbus
John Ford
P. Fisher
Emma Linn
Sugar Tree
Allie
Reana Linn
Washington
Than Tubble
M Dillehay
James Farrar
Galligher
Brady
Jno. Thomas
Samuel Daugherty
Birmingham
Scott's Emulsion Promises for Children Health
Dr. W. S. Hoy of Pt. Pleasant West Virginia reports thorough tests of Scott's Emulsion with hypophosphites in pulmonary troubles and general debility. He notes remarkable improvement and says it is unequalled for children with Rickets or Marasmus.
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W. S. Hoy
Pleasant
W. Va
Scott
Steubenville Hosts Flourishing Grand Lodge Session
The Grand Lodge K of P held a highly successful annual session in Steubenville with strong statewide support across Ohio. Officers named include Grand Chancellor S A Cort of Marion with 938 votes and Grand Supreme Representative Walter B Richie of Lima with 1 467 votes, both with no opposition.
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Grand Lodge
K. of P
Steubenville
S. A. Cort
Marion
Thomas J. Collins
Toledo
Cort
John — G. Reves
Lancaster
F. W. Sanborn
Cleveland
Wm. Beatty
Sanborn
Exchequer
J. W. Coles
Springfield
O. P. Snyder
Tiffin
Snyder
Franklin Ellis
Troy
W. A. Noble
Adron
W. W. Guenther
Chillicothe
Ellis
Noble
Grand
Joseph A. Brown
Cincinnati
James 8
Crockett
John Herring
EB. G. Fenn
Meding
Brown
Fenn
Charles
Death of Eight Year Old Carrie Malvin
The Cumberland News reports Carrie B. Malvin died at age eight from dropsy believed caused by trichinosis after eating pork four weeks earlier. The Malvin family fell ill, two children vomiting and showing symptoms before doctors were consulted. the girl died Thursday night with the pork potentially to be tested.
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Miss Malvin
The
Cumberland News
Carrie B. Malvin
Zeph Malvin
Fans Made To Order And Cures Promoted
Fashionable ladies prefer custom fans and rely on Dr Bull s Cough Syrup priced at 25 cents for regular use Salvation Oil also costs 25 cents and promises painless cures The ad emphasizes that one fire burns out another s burning and pain is eased by these offerings.
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Dr. Bull
Accident Severs Foot in Timber Cutting Venture
George Gibson and his cousin Charlie Gill were cutting timber north of town when Gill slipped as he raised his axe. Gill struck Gibson’s left foot, severing the foot except for the big toe bones. Dr Wellens stitched the member back in place. outcome uncertain.
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George Gibson
Charlie Gill
Gill
Mr. Gibson
Dr. Wellens
Barneezville Enterprise
Swift's Specific advertised as blood purifier remedy
An Abingdon Virginia Examiner notice extols S S S as superior blood purifying treatment. It claims Swift's Specific cures diseases of the blood, offers dry and liquid forms, lists price fifty cents, and notes mail order and free treatise from Swift's Specific Co Drawer 3 Atlanta GA.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S.S. S
Abingdon
Swift
The
Swift Specific Co
Atlanta
Huge turkey sale marks county record in Cumberland
The Cumberland News reports Howard Miller raised and sold a 524 pound turkey, a county record. The piece also notes Caldwell’s prohibition began last Monday and patrons are advised to carry a bottle for cramps, with a quip about keeping a vial nearby for Cumberland business after Saturday.
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The
Cumberland News
Howard Miller
Caldwell
Cumberland
Remarkable Recovery After Dr Kings New Discovery
In Paris Texas excitement followed the tale of J E Corley who lay near death from consumption and could not move. A trial bottle of Dr Kings New Discovery brought relief and he soon bought a full supply, gaining 36 pounds after two boxes of pills and two bottles of the discovery. Free trial bottles offered at C L Wall & Co.
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Paris
Tex
J. E. Corley
Dr. King
C. L. Wall & Co
JESSIE JAMES ALIVE SAY INTERVIEW CLAIMS HERD
A reliable Arizona-based source from Phenix asserts Jesse James is alive in the wilds of Arizona near Phenix. The interview from his home on the way to the Pacific presents circumstantial evidence that the assassination was a feint and the outlaw remains at large.
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Albuquerque
New Mexico
Democrat
Jesse James
Arizona
Phenix
Pacific
Electric Bitters Praised By Druggists In Ads
The testimony of W. D. Sult from Bippus Indiana and Abraham Hare from Bellville Ohio plus thousands of others claim Electric Bitters cure liver kidney and blood diseases. Sold at C L Wall & Co for fifty cents a bottle.
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W. D.sult
Bippus
Ind
Abraham Hare
Bellville
Ohio
C. L. Wall & Co
Saloon Closes Sunday Over Death of Liberty Goddess
A Toledo saloon shut last Sunday with a door sign stating the bar is closed on Sunday due to the death of the Goddess of Liberty. Mourning drape and a skull and crossbones were displayed beneath the inscription.
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Toledo
Liberty
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Sold Here For 25 Cents
Bucklen's Arnica Salve advertised as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money back. Sold by C L Wall Co with a note of February 18. Also blank mortgage deeds and various Justice blanks offered at the office.
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C.L. Wall & Co
Coal strikes and iron industry notes from 1880s era
The item surveys ongoing coal strikes in Barnesville and infrastructure like Bellaire Nail Works repairs. It notes population growth from 50,155,783 in 1880 to 58,420,000, new coal finds in Utah and Arizona, wage talks in Allegheny, many saloons taxed, and major industry moves including Lookout Tron Company expansion and gas pipeline syndicate. It also covers travel, pension figures, and a large unquenchable fire in Westmoreland County affecting hundreds of workers.
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Bellaire Nail Works Company
United States
Westmoreland County
Penn
Erick Coke Company
Coke Company
The Weekly Detroit Free Press View of Readership
The Detroit Free Press boasts weekly circulation exceeding 120000 with an English London edition adding 80000 weekly, totaling about 200000. It describes itself as a high toned literary family journal aiming to instruct amuse elevate and improve readers while avoiding trashy content. The publisher pledges quality writing from renowned authors and promises a better year in 1887.
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America
Detroit Free Press
Free Press
Detroit
London
Eng
Mich
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