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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1885
Page
3
The Cambridge Herald reports skating rinks open in full, local business notes, and widespread cold weather. Mails irregular, barley and flouring mill activity, real estate deeds, and cattle markets are noted alongside church revivals and inaugural travel plans. High tension on local industry and public notices.
A stream of local names appears from Cambridge and nearby towns. Richard Crowl returns to New Orleans. Dr. John Ringer discusses Byesville location. J. E. McClelland plans wool purchases. many residents travel, relocate or visit relatives in Wheeling Zanesville Columbus and Kansas.
Court records list continuances and dismissals across cases including Depew vs B&0 R R with amended petition due by March 10, Herron vs Groves dismissed for lack of security, Barnes vs C&M R R overruled on new trial, appraisers report in Gatterel et al. vs Kimball et al, costs against Sarah Kimball admx, and various settlements distributions and alimony orders.
The probate court admits the last will of Wm Shaw Sr and issues executor letters to William Shaw Jr. Rebecca Mackey of Adams township also admitted to probate with letters to John Calhoun. Guardians named for Nancy Pollock and Letha Turner. administration letters issued for Isaac Richey to G W Richey. Final accounts for Glass guardianship and Frame administrator filed. estates of Wm Campbell letters to Lucy A Campbell and Chas Campbell issued. Marriage licenses issued for Mullineaux Parry, Welch Hakill, Odell Cochran, Lucas Peterson.
President Charles A. Blanchard of Wheaton College Illinois will lecture in College Hall New Concord the last week of February on Dynamite Oath Bound and Serving Idols. Admission is free with three talks planned the first Thursday February 26 at 7 pm the second Friday February 27 at 12 pm and a third time to be announced.
A man about 35 died Friday while clearing a hillside when a split oak he was felling struck his head and broke his neck. He leaves a wife and two children. funeral Sunday drew a large crowd in eastern Guernsey.
Samuel Leech, a prosperous farmer and respected resident of Adams township, died at his home last Friday from diabetes. Aged about 71, he had lived in the area for over fifty years and long been a member of the U.P. church. His death leaves family and friends, but his generous life and kindness will be remembered.
A reminder to readers to observe health rules as spring arrives. The notice warns that cholera may visit and urges cleaning all dirt or filth to prevent seed disease, citing "Cleanliness is the first law of nature."
John W. Cale of Lore City has finished a large three story barn. The first floor and part of the second are used as a shelter for stock while the rest stores grain. The structure is noted for its convenience and houses what may be the county’s finest flock.
Joshua Linton of this township faced Mayor Lawrence last week on cruelty to animals charges after an incident on the highway. The horse was crippled in the mishap and it is alleged the defendant continued to work the injured animal.
William St Clair of Cumberland aged about sixty has suffered two strokes recently and was in critical condition. He is improving under the care of Dr. C Draper and Son.
Winter travel from Guernsey County to western points grows with 35 tickets sold this week at the C. M line and about the same number at the B. & O. office.
A group of Cambridge young people rode sleighs to New Concord on Friday evening. They had a good time despite the thermometer dipping to 15 degrees below zero.
The post office contest here grows warmer with six or more applicants, many recommendation letters and petitions, and efforts toward an elegy. Mrs Herbertz is reported to have sold her West Cambridge property to Mrs Lundsmen, formerly Mrs Schairer, who plans to move to New York state.
Rt Murray plans a fine dwelling on Church street this summer along with Frank Schick on North 11th Street. Preliminaries underway. The heaviest snow fell Tuesday night marking a harsh winter.
Voters who have not arranged housing for the inauguration are advised to write to Co. Wright, chairman of the Committee Public Comfort, in Washington. Upon arrival, visitors may use a special committee office at the B. and O. depot where a messenger will guide them to reserved rooms.
Last Friday Anna Parmer daughter of Hugh Parmer of Nicholson's played near a grate when her clothes ignited. She suffered severe burns and died Sunday evening despite Dr Warne's efforts. The tragedy saddened the local community.
A group of citizens gathered at Clerk Barr's office Tuesday evening to consider forming an incorporated Building and Loan Association with a capital stock of 50000 dollars in 50 dollar shares. A soliciting committee of R. W. Anderson J. O. Steele and J. R. Barr was named. Another meeting is planned soon.
John Rogers of Jackson township died suddenly from heart disease Sunday morning after a hearty breakfast. He was an aged and respected citizen who had long lived in the area.
James Ferrell appeared before Mayor Lawrence on Monday charged with stealing and carrying away a trunk belonging to William Terry from the C M depot on Saturday evening. He was recognized to court in the sum of $200. The trunk and contents were valued at $78.
In this vicinity wool changes hands at 30 and 31 cents with activity noted. Sellers hold quantity and plan to capitalize on the apparent price stiffening. Belmont Chronicle reports growing willingness to wait for better returns.
The Presbyterian church ladies plan a Friday evening social at C L Campbells residence. An admission will be charged with refreshments free. Proceeds go to benefit the church.
Salvation Oil, touted as the greatest cure on earth for pain, makes a brilliant debut and is sold by druggists and medicine dealers for a quarter a bottle.
Weather cool and market tight with scarce butter and eyes. Sheep losses reported from dogs and nearby counties. Maj J W Moore sold four colts for 200 dollars. Att Gener Lawrence of Columbus spent Sunday in town. Rev Edwards leads protracted meetings at the ME church. University events and school activities noted. Geof Wyrick buys 320 acres in Nebraska. Robert Hyde dies. Mrs Wim Baker and Mrs Margaret Paden mentioned with a pension list highlight. Farmers feed straw to sheep while fat and healthy.
An excerpt promotes Dr Biglow's Positive Cure for coughs colds influenza and lung diseases. It claims the remedy is safe speedy and permanent with a 50 cent price and free trial bottles offered by J R Downar. The ad cites experience backing opinions and references John Wesley and the 135 year old saying.
Eighteen degrees below zero Friday morning and reports of several people having ears frozen last Friday. Mrs Taylor of Blue Bell visited Win B Gilkinson over the Sabbath. Chas Jones left for Wellington to engage in farming. Miss Mary Bell of Elm Grove WVa visited Thos Oldham and others here. Dr T L A Lemon returned from Cincinnati after medical lectures. Farmers sell meadow hay from 12 to 15 dollars per ton. Mrs Bonnell to move April 1 to Jne Robinson’s house. Mrs Geo Hutchison visited her ill mother near Norwich. Andy Barnes of Washington mill was here last week. Tiredness signals include poor appetite. Dr Jones Red Clover Tonic offered as a remedy. Price 50 cents from J. R. Downar.
Senecaville items note Win Brown and JP Mahatey visiting, Miss Lizzie Houseman’s return, and local planning mill business. Rumors of Charles Mulline Annie Pary marriage, Gibson’s Station show, and praises for the Methodist donation to Rev Waltz. Mishlers Herb Bitters praised for malaria related ailments with a testimonial from Charles J. Rhodes of Safe Harbor.
Samuel Johnson shot and Adem Carlisle Sr a highly respected gentleman died Sabbath evening at 94 o'clock and was buried Tuesday in Tedrick's graveyard west of town. There was a crowded house to hear the debate between Wishart and Tedrick Friday evening. The majority favored Tedrick though judges disagreed.
A period advertisement urges frugal households to stock Dr Bo sanko's Cough and Liver Syrup to cut doctor bills. It claims the remedy stops a cough instantly relieves consumption and cures chest pains in one night. Price 50 cents and 31.00 samples free. Sold by John R. Downar.
Mrs Isaac Ramsouer died at her home last Wednesday night from consumption and was buried Friday in the city cemetery.
Misery from bad cooking tough meats late hours and ill health blamed on poor digestion is linked to impure blood. Mrs Emilie Crawford of Teidsville Ga endorses Brown's Iron Bitters calling it a reliable tonic after trial. Thousands share similar praise.
Ten persons were baptized at Mt Zion Baptist church following a recent meeting led by Roy Dunaway. The protracted Bethel meeting closed last Tuesday with notable interest and a few additions to the church. Local notes report visits, illnesses, and ongoing concerns, including shoe thieves preying on Wm Cummings' sheep with three heads crushed and two pelts taken, and two more sheep missing since.
Wild Cherry and Tar touted as throat and lung remedies with Dr Bosanko Cough and Lung Syrup claimed to cure coughs colds croup and bronchitis priced 50 cents and 1.00 samples free sold by John R Downar across the area.
Pt Pleasant notes report D Jackson on a Missouri business trip. Mrs Henry Larrick and Jane Craig are sick. The FM 8 meets at Thomas Hammond’s in Glenwood on March 10. Rey Himan of Springfield Ohio preached at the Lutheran church last Sabbath. John Hamilton sold property to Laughlin & Stranathan and plans to move to Kansas. Harrison Secrest and others began mining Buffalo coal at reduced rates. A child of Jacob Secrest died, the third in a year. A debate on whether printing or steam power benefits man will be held next Tuesday evening. Bible Reading Society met at George Stewart’s. postponed until after protracted meeting. JIM Maginis Caldwell and J Purkey Cumberland attended a suit between J W Trott and Stephen Secrest. verdict for the plaintiff.
Mrs. Mary A. Daily of Tunkhannock Pennsylvania suffered six years with asthma and bronchitis. After trying many doctors with no relief she found Dr King’s New Discovery last October, felt instant relief, and soon was fully cured gaining 50 pounds. Free trial bottles at L Wall Co’s Drug Store. Large bottles cost 1.00.
Protracted meeting at the ME Church reported. A son born to Mr and Mrs Edward Edmonds. Old Mr Lightowler ill with lung fever. Morrison and Shouse visited Cambridge. Miss Maggie Lee plans a visit from early April to Baltimore area. A little daughter of Mr Palmer near Byesville died from clothes catching fire. Local sympathy extended. M P Church ladies formed two FMS with officers listed. Society meets last Wednesday each month.
The text touts Electric Bitters as the best blood purifier and system regulator for multiple ailments including liver inactivity and biliousness. It claims quick action with a satisfaction guarantee and advertises a price of fifty cents per bottle through C L Wall & Co.
On February 17, 1885 Rev J W Martin’s house was surrounded by parishioners and neighbors who surprised the pastor and his wife Dasy with a large gathering. After gifts and a dinner the meeting closed with devotional exercises as the congregation praised the Salem church. J T Campbell spoke on behalf of the people and noted the pastor’s eleven years of service.
An advertorial urges factory and office workers to try Parker's Tonic claiming it cures numerous ailments from poor digestion to head pains. It argues modern work life leaves many employees unhealthy and promotes the tonic as pure and pleasant.
The B and O announces inauguration rates that allow tickets to be valid on all trains. It is the only line where inauguration tickets are valid on limited express trains.
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