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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1885
Page
2
Frank Loomis leaves the Marietta Leader to join the Philadelphia Press. A Canton millionaire insurer's policy notes and large stock losses due to severe Texas cold. Rumor hints Gen Ward as Democratic governor nominee. Mrs U S Grant to run war supplies with Van derbilt. Scarlet fever surpasses cholera in death toll in both continents. Hocking Valley holds steady with ongoing distress and no change in affairs.
R B Brown of the Zanesville Courier has been chosen commander of the Department of Ohio G A R. The note offers congratulations and calls this a wise selection.
Some railroads in the country are experimenting with electric headlights for their engines. Reported to work well under test conditions, the innovation aims to improve visibility and safety on the rails.
The State Miners' Union issues an address urging acceptance of a ten percent reduction in coal production across the state to conserve resources and stabilize markets.
The article notes that over 100000 men have resumed work in the United States since the start of 1885, while several thousand remain idle, indicating a mixed labor market recovery.
A dynamite blast at the Gary Bros. dry goods house in New York Saturday night caused about 25000 dollars in damage. Authorities suspect discharged employees were behind the act.
Within the Republican ranks Mr Foraker is cited as the strongest gubernatorial candidate. He is discussed more than any other man in the party for the nomination.
Jonathan Rose of this county aims for the Republican nomination to the Member Board of Public Works. He seems capable, but Hon. J. D. Taylor and his friends want the gubernatorial prize, creating a clash that could decide who advances.
Tanner sues Mrs James A Garfield for 25000 damages claiming she was struck and run over by Garfield’s carriage in a Cleveland park causing serious bodily injuries. Proceedings filed in Cleveland Court.
The talk centers on Hon J D Tay lor not consenting to enter the State Convention for the Republican nomination for Governor. He prefers to stay in Congress. A special effort aims to elect a Republican Legislature with hopes of success. If Republicans win, redistricting will occur.
O Donova Rossa a noted figure was shot in the back on a New York street Monday afternoon by a woman named Dudley. The victim was captured a prisoner. the wound is not believed dangerous. Five shots were fired, one taking effect, motive for the attempted life remains unknown.
The record lists key 1885 dates including St Valentine’s Day on Saturday February 14, Shrove Tuesday February 17 Ash Wednesday February 18 Washington’s Birthday February 22 St Patrick’s Day March 17 Palm Sunday March 29 Good Friday April 3 Easter Sunday April 5 Ascension Day Holy Thursday May 14 Pentecost White Sunday May 24 Decoration Day May 30 July 4 First Sunday in Advent November 20 Christmas Friday December 25
A circular from B and O headquarters announces a new Technological school at Mt. Clare Md to train cadets for higher railroad offices. The three cadet classes span ten years with pay from 70 cents to 2 dollars daily. Entrance requires a general exam plus physical tests. the program follows a common school level.
An article argues Washington traffic will be chaotic with many trains from the South North East and West. it praises the Baltimore and Ohio line for separate divisions into the capital and recommends traveling via B and O to avoid confusion and delays during the inauguration crowds.
A short health message targets men women and girls in stores offices and factories noting widespread illness from inactivity and poor digestion. It claims Parker's Tonic has cured hundreds of such cases and promises purity reliability and pleasant use.
Mr. Hawkins operates a 15 acre poultry yard in which about 2,000 laying hens and 200 cocks produce roughly 8,000 chicks annually. He reports feed costs around 1.50 per head, details daily rations, and a projected profit of about 2,000 per year from optimal care of 2,000 hens. He uses Wyomoth Rocks and keeps two workers plus himself.
An advertisement claims Electric Bitters cure kidney and liver issues rapidly and permanently. It asserts thousands are cured, highlights benefits like blood purification and bowel regulation, and offers a 50 cent bottle through C. L. Wall & Co.
The Baltimore and Ohio Company tests patent oilers to eliminate packing boxes. Two small wheels mounted on a shaft press against the journal and rotate in a shallow oil bath, kept in place by a wire spring in the car box, to moisten and cool the journal.
Pangborn offers a new edition titled The Revolution of ’84 summarizing key states in the late struggle. The volume includes clear data and a compelling inauguration programme section. Send address with stamp to K Lord, Baltimore, to obtain a copy.
Readers sending 50 one cent stamps to the American Rural Home in Rochester New York before March 1 1885 receive a paper free of postage until January 1 1886 The Rural four eight page weekly in its fifteenth year claims to be the cheapest farm journal at 1 00 per year and invites sample copies and a bargain offer.
The article suggests farmers along country roads should cooperate and use their farm rollers during thaws to improve road passability and ease travel for the community.
Advertisement describes piles symptoms including back weight and indigestion with itching after warmth. Promotes Dr Bosanko's Pile remedy absorbing tumors and relieving itching. States price 50 cents and lists The Dr. Bosanko Medicine Co. of Piqua Ohio and dealer John R Downar. January 22 1885.
A recipe describes two ounces ammonia and two ounces white castile soap dissolved in water with glycerine and ether to form a cleaning solution for carpets and clothing. It advises pre absorbing grease on carpets with flour or meal for several hours to absorb the spill.
An advertisement touts a salve described as the best in the world for cuts bruises sores ulcers and various skin eruptions and promises a money refund if not satisfied. It is sold by C L Wall Co at 25 cents per box with February 5 publication.
The first tomatoes grown in the country appeared 75 years ago as a showy garden plant in Salem Massachusetts. About 45 years ago they began to be used as a vegetable in the seasonal harvest.
Mrs Elizabeth Baker near Acworth credits Swift's Specific with curing years of scrofula after using two then four more bottles. She reports life transformed and domestic duties resumed after prior failures with physicians. Northcut Johnson merchants corroborate her standing in the community.
Mrs Ezra Mrrsuon of Macon Georgia reports decades of rheumatism with crippling pain and crutch dependence ending after using Swift's Specific. She claims complete relief and now walks freely, praising the remedy as a cure for even the worst rheumatic cases.
Thomson Georgia August 16 1884. J B Warrner reports using three bottles of Swift's Specific to relieve a forty years rheumatism. He can now plow and calls it a God send. Treatise on Blood and Skin Diseases mailed free by Swift Specific Co Atlanta Georgia.
A single tree is claimed to sit at the junction of Wood Hancock and Seneca counties. A cow rubbing its sides on the trunk is said to chew cud in Seneca and sweep flies from Wood with its tail, illustrating cross county trivia.
Frazier's Root Bitters are described as strictly medicinal not a dram shop beverage. The product is said to act on the liver and kidneys, promote bowel regularity, and cleanse the blood. Sold by druggists for $1.00. FRAZIER MEDICINE CO. Cleveland, Ohio May 22.
A compilation of popular state nicknames attributed to peculiarities of each state. Notable examples include Virginia the Old Dominion, Massachusetts the Bay State, New York the Empire State, Texas the Lone Star State, and Colorado the Centennial State.
An old salve advertisement proclaims Griggs Glycerine Salve cures cuts bruises scalds burns wounds and many skin eruptions. It promises satisfaction or money back and lists a price of 25 cents with J R Downar as the seller.
The Guernsey Times suggests William Barton of Guernsey county as the likely State Senator for the district. Democrats may favor S. W. Mercer of Bridgeville, described as a fitting choice who would honor the office and be honored in return. Mercer is noted as true blue Democratic stock and attentive to current interests.
An advertisement for Dr Frazier's Throat and Lung Balsam claims it cures coughs colds hoarseness and throat and lung diseases. It asserts many grateful users credit the product with saving lives and notes a 50 cent bottle price from Fraizer Medicine Co Cleveland Ohio.
Oberlin remembers Mrs Dunn and her daughter Maggie who moved from Cambridge four years ago. Maggie cared for her invalid mother with energy and faith, remaining cheerful despite illness, finding comfort in the Bible. She died peacefully on January 27 and was buried beside her sister.
An old advertisement touts a patent medicine as a cure for boils burns sores cuts flesh wounds sore nipples corns chapped lips and hands pimples and blotches priced at 50 cents sold by druggists.
The document lists royal incomes: the king of Bavaria $3700, the king of Saxony $1390, the king of Wertemburg $1800, the grand duke of Hesse Darmstadt $740, and the grand duke of Sachsen Weimar $600. The figures appear as a snapshot from a historical financial record.
William's Indian Pile Ointment claims to absorb tumors and relieve itching instantly. One box reputedly cures years of suffering and is sold by druggists or by mail for 1 dollar from Frasier Medicine Co. Cleveland Ohio.
Thomas Booth and Josie Wall, both of this county, wed at New Philadelphia on January 29, 1885, joining in a quiet ceremony reported from the Quio region.
A son was born February 3, 1885 to Mr. and Mrs. Ben Urban. The family announces the new arrival and shares the event with the community.
The page lists various farm commodities and supplies including eggs honey butter and meat products. It also notes seeds grasses and forage varieties such as clover timothy orchard bluegrass and millet with prices and quantities interspersed.
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