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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1884
Page
2
Many southerners petition Congress for compensation for property destroyed by the Union Army during the rebellion. About two million dollars is the amount appearing on the bills already presented.
A Hillsboro dispatch describes a dramatic turn in the Emma Bond case with jurors displaying strong distress. One juror weeps at home, another startles at unusual noises, and a third, once engaged, mourns a broken relationship.
Announcement notes FE M Stottlemire as a Republican candidate for sheriff. He served in the rebellion, held City Marshal for several terms, and meets the requirements for the office.
Governor Hoadly recommended ex Governor Foster as a Trustee of the Toledo insane asylum but the Senate refused to confirm by a 16 to 12 vote. The text shows a dispute over whether the blow targeted Hoadly or Foster, with implications about Hoadly’s judgment in the appointment.
Guernsey county is recognized by the State Administration. W. H. H. Mell yar, a respected townsman, is named Trustee for the Soldiers and Sailors' Orphans' Home at Xenia. His friends endorse the appointment, noting his qualification and capability.
A corps of local citizens met in Woodsfield last week and, after a Pearson exhortation, passed resolutions denouncing Senators Crowell and Smith and Monroe’s representative for opposing Pendleton. Crowell remains in office, continuing his familiar smile as Monroe braces for potential oil flows into its borders.
The amendment process requires two thirds majority in both houses of Congress to propose, then ratification by three fourths of the states either through state legislatures or state conventions. Congress may also call a convention on application of two thirds of state legislatures, though this method has never been used and is considered unlikely.
James Lynch, wool dealer and immigration commissioner, lists domestic stocks totaling 8,492,109 pounds up from 6,755,350 a year ago. Foreign wools reach 4,748,700 pounds, down from 4,921,050 previously, with detailed breakdowns by origin including Cape of Good Hope, Australia, East Smyrna, Mexican, and British Isles.
A Cleveland dispatch from January 27 reports the Cleveland Paper Company, a major national firm with assets around 500,000 dollars and liabilities of 300,000, was assigned to E A Foster. The move stems from general trade depression and the collapse of related mills in Chagrin Falls and Cleveland. President N W Taylor assigned on Friday night for 175,000, triggering the firm’s failure.
A district note urges residents to verify rumors by visiting the school or refrain from spreading gossip. The message promotes direct observation to counter false reports and minimize tattling among communities.
Belmont County Court of Common Pleas disposed of 200 cases at the late term with 33 tried to jury, the most in the county’s history. About 225 cases remain on the docket amid local notices and brief regional items about legal exams, highway hazards, and a Belliare farmer finding gold.
Bradstreets notes no broad activity but a modestly improved outlook from last week. Fewer business failures, higher bank clearances, and firmer wool and wheat markets show gradual progress. Export interest rises while broader demand remains cautious. cotton, corn, and grain movements stabilize with mixed results across regions.
The wool growers of Guernsey county will meet in Cambridge on Friday February 8 at 1 PM. Important business will be presented. All interested persons are invited. W N Cowden, President. W S Brashear, Secretary.
Edward Spence and Miss Libbie Allen visited relatives in Washington last week. Mrs Adelia has been ill but improving. Grandmother Shroyer is failing rapidly. VYA Wallace went to Rochester to edit a Free Methodist newspaper. Eleazer Thompson wintering in Granville spent a few days here. Samuel Lent was stricken with paralysis. Henry Taylor and wife attended the funeral of Mrs Taylor's brother, Beggzor Thompson, last Wednesday. Alba Lawhead and wife mourn twin baby deaths buried together. Presbyterians hold meetings. Rev Milligan and Rev Dr Mills to assist. Local housing moves announced. Engine troubles described with repairs and rerouting, awaiting better performance from IMA after remodeling.
Fulton Craig from Harrison county stays with George Thomas. Mrs Sallie Allen recovers from rheumatism after a severe attack. Rev Edwards leads a series of meetings at the 31d church starting Sunday morning. Miss Lottie Gibson of Kimbolton wintering with grandmother Mrs Rosanne Daugherty. A fire near the hearth at Jne HW Bonnell’s residence narrowly avoided major damage last Saturday night. flames were extinguished before extensive harm.
Brush Run will have no summer school. A box car serves as station post office and telegraph office at this location. Bishop Richard reports Friday morning temperature 25 degrees below zero. The magic lantern exhibitor visited Salt Fork last Thursday. Miss May Moore studies telegraphy under Miss Oisea Miller. Mr and Mrs Kimball and Mrs Kendrick visited relatives near Birmingham last week.
The Western Settlers' Guide and Government Land Locating Agency promotes locating settlers on government lands. It offers prepaid complete guides, land laws, digests, pamphlets, maps, and details on opening for settlement of the Great Sioux Reservations. It explains how to obtain 320 acres of good land and how to obtain land script. Address R. J. W. Spargur, Niobrara, Neb. January 10, 1891.
An advertisement extols the American Agriculturist as the cheapest and most valuable farming journal. It highlights 190 columns per issue, 109 engravings, house plans, and fearless exposes of scams, claiming strong value for farmers, gardeners, and households.
On January 29, 1853, at the residence of officiating minister Rev. W V Milligan, Joseph Marshall and Miss Laura C Reed were joined in marriage.
In Chicago Ohio on January 2 1584 Mr and Mrs 8 O Riggs announce the birth of a son.
A memorial notice from Cambridge Lodge honors Brother T B Scott who died January 1 1834 after months of illness. He is praised as intelligent and morally upright, universally beloved and respected. The lodge resolves to drape in mourning for thirty days and to publish the memorial in the Cambridge Herald.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve marketed as the best salve in the world for cuts bruises sores ulcers and various skin eruptions. Claims to cure pilea with no pay if not satisfied and offers refund. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by J R Downar. January city edition.
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