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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1890
Page
2
The Cambridge Herald notes the death of Judge Kelly of Pennsylvania and reflects on his role as a statesman. The paper, edited by T. W. Ogier, announces its 1890 publication details and office location on Main Street East Court Square.
The papers report Patti arranged transport for her 170 person troupe from Chicago to Mexico City then to San Francisco and St Louis via Denver, agreeing to pay $57,000 for the journey.
The New York Mail and Express argues that westward shifts of the Gulf Stream cause unseasonably warm winter weather. It awaits scientific investigation to confirm if this condition could become permanent and yield perpetual May weather in December.
The article notes Republican control shields tariff bids from trouble while eastern manufacturers press for free wool. The demand grows with influence, alarming wool growers and troubling party leaders. Outcome uncertain, but sustained pressure may push protec tionists toward liberal concessions in Congress.
A Boston high society club requires prospective members to learn cooking. Several dinners have pleased the ladies, though the meals were said to be prepared by the so called Indian Wharf Rats. The piece notes shifting social norms as ladies remain unscared by the unusual origin of the club name.
The article argues that while pure Puritan Sabbath observance wanes, a broad push toward one day of rest weekly is growing. It cites support from Rev W F Crafts, railroad leaders for Sunday rest, Catholic and labor groups backing Sabbath reforms, and measures by Wanamaker and the Army Navy to reduce Sunday work.
In a Democratic caucus Brice won the Senate nomination on the second ballot with 63 votes, while McMahon trailed. The Republican caucus chose Charles Foster with 55 votes, Gen. W H Gibson receiving four. The joint session will declare the result as Brice leads 76 to 66 in the separate houses. The bolt talk faded.
A large Columbus crowd witnessed Governor Campbell's inauguration and a street parade. In his inaugural address he endorses home rule for cities, Australia-style ballot reform, statewide provision of school books, and legislation to advance agricultural interests. The message spans a broad agenda and is expected to receive broad support.
A violent cyclone hit St Louis and swept into Illinois causing several deaths and extensive damage estimated at two to three hundred thousand dollars. The same storm touched Kentucky and Clinton with numerous deaths and dozens injured as homes were wrecked. A blizzard has also affected Nebraska Kansas and Missouri with deep snowfall in parts.
A widow Mrs. Dr. Hiller of Wilmington plans an ornate funeral with a $50 000 casket for her husband and a $160 000 burial plot. She intends to dress her body in silk and lace with thousands in adornments then place it beside her late husband. The piece critiques vanity and social display at death.
North Salem reports prices here for eggs and butter, community events, travel to Bulger and Cambridge, and local family news. A child burial, legal notices on gaming laws, a week of prayer not observed, a protracted meeting at UP church, an oyster supper at Robert Pollock, and a 33rd birthday surprise at William A McCullough’s saw mill are noted with brief details.
A Cincinnati Circuit Court ruling reports that penalties under the civil rights act target individuals, not corporations, in the cases of John W. Hargo versus Harff & Cramer and Meyers & Ludecke. The court affirmed a demurrer, holding restaurants as private businesses may deny service, and that penalties apply to individuals, not firms, since liability cannot attach to partnerships or corporations for an individual tort.
The Farmers Institute meets in Quaker City on February 11 and 12, 1890 with morning and evening sessions. Speakers include Rev J C Burton, F B Doudna, L M Bonham, J W Carpenter, D L Cowden, Prof A B Hall, and others. The event is free except evening sessions, with a 10 cent admission to cover expenses. Reduced hotel rates are offered.
An advertisement extols Dr Bull’s Baby Syrup as a remedy for a large household’s safety in the Republic. It touts a laxative product Laxador as an infallible regulator of the human system, priced at 25 cents per package.
The county board met in regular session with J W Graves sworn in as commissioner and George Watson named president. A refund of 37.50 was approved for overpaid taxes to Solomon Hutton. Damages of 63.50 were approved for a road petition by James W Thatcher and others. Sheep claims totaling multiple amounts were approved for several individuals including A Howell and J W Campbell.
D. M. Hawthorne, a druggist, touts Dr. King's New Discovery for Consumption, Dr. King's New Life Pills, Bucklen's Arnica Salve, and Electric Bitters. He claims long selling history and universal satisfaction with a refund pledge if results fail to satisfy.
Caleb Mercer and eight veterans sued Beaver township for promised local bounty. Evidence showed receipts for eight applicants held by late William Miller. the ninth receipt and application were found in Illinois. The Caldwell Republican notes receipts are reliable but easy to forget.
Spartanburg S C merchant T A Williams reports a severe nasal catarrh lasting years with painful effects. After trying physicians' prescriptions and widespread recommendations he began Swift's Specific S 8 8 in fall 1887 and was cured after a few bottles, calling it the only medicine to effect a permanent cure.
E. JORDAN of 25 Broad Street Nashville Tennessee details a four year rheumatism that resisted doctors until using 88 S from Dr J C Franklin. After several doses he was cured and has remained well since last January praising 888 as a blessing to others.
In 1885 I suffered a severe rheumatism attack leaving me unable to walk for months. After trying many remedies I used 8S8 and, after a few bottles, was completely cured and could resume business. I declare 8S8 the best rheumatism medicine in the world. M. Lessen Abbeville South Carolina. Treatise on Blood and Skin Disease mailed free Swift Specific Co Drawer 3 Atlanta Georgia.
The piece analyzes rising national wealth, heavy railroad and industrial investment, and growing land value while prices decline. It notes that a strong credit and manufacturing sector supports prosperity, and surveys crop yields, farm values, cotton demand, and mercantile failures of 1889.
A guaranteed remedy with a full purchase-price return if unsatisfactory offers relief for throat and chest ailments. The advertisement promotes Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption including bronchitis asthma and whooping cough. Trial bottles are available free at LD M Hawthorne’s drug store.
Perry county's Nyal R. Hysell was chosen as Speaker of the House for the 69th General Assembly. He is the first Speaker from Perry county and joins a roster of 57 individuals who have held the position since 1808, with varied terms across Ohio counties.
Filings include investments and sales orders with appraisals confirmed. Partitioned deeds ordered, taxes and costs allocated. Divorce granted Millie Dean restored to maiden name with $500 alimony. attorney fees set at $125.
The clerk and sheriff drew names to serve as jurors for the February term of Common Pleas Court beginning February 4th. Grand jurors include John Ray and Alex Halliday among others. petit jurors listed include W A Rainey and William Mercer.
Mt Pleasant notes report M Sevis visiting Cambridge last week Harve Pratt works at Glenwood mines Samuel Jackson built a house for his invalid sister Ira Aplin shipped hogs and cattle O Young spent Sabbath with John Crow in Glenwood Sevis and Johnson millers received a wheat car from South Vlive Cats scarce due to fur buyers prices Charles Pratt receives five dollars monthly pension and back pay one thousand two hundred fifty five dollars Miss Sophia Nysonger visiting S I Jackson Cora Pratt returns from Cumberland Mrs Henry Harmon dies of consumption interred at Buffalo cemetery West Point Literary Society to organize next Friday influenza sentinities noted coal shaft prospects and local business activity.
Geo Hanna of Cambridge and Dr Beers of Newcomerstown were seen in town buying horses. Jne Adams of Coshocton visited last week. A son born Jan 8 to Luccock couple in Flushing. another birth Jan 8 to Perry Saviers family, with infant dying Saturday. Kimbolton Oil and Gas Co elected directors on Jan 6 with W J Speers as president and J L Davis as vice president.
A string of local items reports upcoming meetings at M KE church next Thursday and health woes among residents. Charles Ratliff is in poor health. influenza affects Hopewell residents. John Smith renovates his store. John Stewart’s mother ill at Midway. Cerenus Jones hinted at moving to Canada after a night visit. Literary society debated Is Dancing Right with David Martin and Wm Stewart for, Dr H J Chapman and A A Barton against. affirmative won. Rev H Appleton later revisited the topic from the pulpit.
Chronic female disease patients urged to seek treatment from Mrs L A Harkey in Cambridge. The advertisement touts long term visits, hundreds of cure certificates, and claims of lifesaving results in Guernsey and adjoining counties. It asks interested readers to consult her reception room and begin treatment promptly.
At Barnesville on Friday and Saturday February 7 and 8 the Albert House office offers free consultation and examination. Send for list of certificates and correspondence with invalids is solicited. Address Mrs. Dr. L A Harkey Cleveland Ohio.
Mrs Charlie Bay is ill with brain trouble. Rev Donel preached at the CP church last Sunday. Robert Boges left Tuesday to visit his mother in Noble county. Al White of Hartford spent Sunday with his father James White. Mrs Mary Hays and Mrs Sue Johnson visited Zanesville Friday. Clair and family spent Sunday with Dr Chambers in Chandlersville. Mrs Clara Wilson and daughter Lulu of Kimbolton visited her sister Mrs Dr Shouse last week. Martha and H B Zoller left Sunday for Columbus to attend Governor Campbell inauguration.
Local notices mention D M Slay's illness with pneumonia and the la grippe waning across homes. Mentions include J E Addison acquiring a fine team of brown horses and Morris Klein's move to Cleveland for traveling work. Also notes a 1887 letter praising Hall's Catarrh Cure with a $100 reward for curing catarrh.
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