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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1885
Page
2
The Sells brothers reportedly are about 125000 dollars richer than the same period last year due to their circus venture. Russia bans distribution of London Religious Tract Society literature and expels all such material. Benjamin F Butler plans to pursue literature, writing political reminiscences with some war experiences.
Last week 658.78 dollars was paid into the State Treasury by the Treasurer of the flood relief commission, the remaining balance of funds raised to aid Ohio flood sufferers last year. Mrs Blaine declined President Arthur's White House reception citing the President's indifference during the late contest, drawing commendation from Republican press.
Policeman Muller received one year in Hamilton County Jail for depriving electors of their right to vote at the October election in Cincinnati. He arrested several people without cause and detained them until after polls closed. The judge also gave him a reprimand.
Bradstreet reports a brighter business outlook with tightening supplies pushing prices upward. Wool market shows liveliness and grain prices are climbing, though conditions may change as conditions evolve.
The Cambridge Herald notes more than 400000 acres of public lands were taken by settlers in the past year. It highlights that Dakota saw about 6000000 acres settled, per the Dickinson Press.
England complains about reduced influence over European policy as Germany and other powers ignore proposals. The text suggests royal resolve to resist being silenced and hints at possible protests or actions before backing down.
Unprincipled acts used explosives and fire to destroy a B and O railroad tunnel in the Hocking Valley cutting rail communication. The outage leaves hundreds of miners unemployed for months and causes widespread distress in the region.
The Iron Trade Review cites responses from firms in Ohio New York and Pennsylvania among others. Eleven report better business in 1884 than 1883 while 24 are about the same and five had strong first half then dull second half. Fourteen report worse than 1885. Prices mostly lower. Outlook for 1885 shows ten pessimistic undecided for best hopeful forecast but 31 see improvement with some already beginning. none delay beyond April.
The Emmet Mitchel murder case in Bel mont County ended Saturday with a guilty verdict of murder in the second degree. Judge Kelly sentenced him to life in the penitentiary. The dispute arose over widening a public road between neighboring farms owned by Charles Griffith and David Mitchell.
State Board assigns speakers for a two day farmer institute at Quaker City with W I Chamberlain W H Scott C E Ellis J H Brigham W A Weber and regional officials to discuss taxes farm management education legislation natural science manure and road improvements Field topics include The Garden the Palate the Pocket and the Health and The Water We Drink and other essays by local talent.
Advertises Ayer's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier that destroys scrofula germs and purges impurities. Claims it infuses new life and vigor throughout the body.
Protracted meeting ongoing at MP church and a bystander wagon maker urged to attend Byesville. Visitors include Aaron Barnes of Summerfield with son C J Barnes, and George Bates and his lady with Hans and Mrs Weaver. New Year shooting match chaired by James Anker and Frank Barnett.
The passage describes a pallid washed out complexion and ghastly hair color, noting how hair can be restored. Parker's Hair Balsam claims to return hair to its original color, brown auburn or black, avoiding mossy dullness. Dated January 14.
Last Monday a social dance occurred at the Hall. Miss Bertha Yarnell hosted a surprise party last week. Wm and Samuel Bromley left Monday for a visit in West Virginia. Martin Hutchison and wife visited West Alexandria Ohio last week. Mrs Mary Rose and son Robby spent last week in Zanesville with Mrs Otho Evert. Mrs Nancy Arndt of New Lexington attended the wedding of her granddaughter Miss I M Thompson. Mrs Daniel Gudgeon of New Philadelphia visited last week with J K Booker and wife. James Ritchie wed Izora M Thompson on Thursday January 1 at the bride's parents home. John Ritchie, recently returned from England, is en route to Philadelphia. Boys skate activity continues. Frank Campbell fell through ice Saturday and was ducked. Robert McCune aided Mrs Rachel Parry in Columbus to locate her uncle John Swim, who recently escaped freezing near Delaware Ohio.
In days of biliousness this tonic is vaunted as a never failing friend for liver troubles skin jaundice and bodily ailments. It claims to aid dyspepsia costiveness ague malaria and kidney and blood diseases with prompt action and speedy cure priced at 50 cents from J R Downar.
A New Year's program at Grand Ridge school house in District 8 near Brushy Fork Baptist church featured prayers by Geo McPeek, declamations and essays by scholars, and a Santa Claus visit. Miss Ray Alfes supervised the performances, with gifts valued at 150 to 200 dollars and remarks by McPeek, Cunningham, Woodburn, and others.
An 19th century advertisement proclaims a salve the best in the world for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapping chilblains corns and skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money refunded and offers the box for 25 cents sold by J R Downar.
In Antrim the people again remembered Pastor Rev C H Edwards and family. On the 2d inst the delegation arrived at Winchester to take possession of the parsonage. A bountiful dinner followed and a time of feasting and rejoicing ensued as the delegation departed, leaving gifts of kindness and generosity for the pastor and family.
Piles and itching relief promoted with claims of instant effect and curing long standing cases. Box promises absorption of tumors and poultice action. Sold by druggists or mail order for $1 from Frazier Medicine Co. Cleveland Ohio. May 22 edition.
Local ad notes availability of Cheney's Stomach and Liver Regulator sold by J R Downar. The fragment advertises household use product and supplier.
The Ohio Farmer piece argues roots as a cost effective supplement for sheep, noting better digestion, safer salt use, reduced “crazy for grass” behavior, and fewer purges when turning to pasture. It claims heavier fleeces, stronger lambs, and independent flock management from stored roots, backed by a winter trial of 350 sheep and 77 lambs from ewes.
Statements from Mrs Sarah E B Turner and Mrs P E Bryan of Humboldt Tennessee praise the Swift's Specific remedy. They recount eczema and erysipelas, two years of decline, doctors' failed efforts, and recovery after using 24 bottles, claiming the treatment saved a life.
The January issue features a frontispiece portrait of Count De Vergennes and John Jay's essay on his life and diplomacy. It covers Gardiner's Island history, Puritanist influence in New York, the Monit or building, Dr John Jeffries diary, and flight to celebrate the balloon ascent, plus seven unpublished Revolution letters and further departments. Price $5 annually from 30 Lafayette Place, New York City.
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