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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1884
Page
2
A historical notice from Cambridge Ohio dated Thursday June 26 1884 announces the law firm of P Mahaffey and T W Ogier trading as Mahaffey & Ogier with offices on Main Street East Court Square and postal entry as second class mail matter.
The Democratic County Convention assembled at the Town Hall with a mix of veteran and new party members. Officers and credentials were organized. Wm Eagleton and J M Clark received key nominations for county roles while delegates to state and congressional conventions were selected alongside a slate for county committees.
J B Taylor won the Republican nomination for Congress in the 18th District last week. Senator Hollingsworth of Harrison County appears unlikely to win a seat. Bishop Mathew Simpson D D L L D, a leading Methodist, died in Philadelphia at about 74, native of Cadiz. Liquor dealers in many towns object to paying tax under the Scott law. local dealers signal payment only under protest.
The Supreme Court signals further action on the Scott law following liquor dealer protests and a likely overhaul after the forthcoming elections. Local dealers indicate continued opposition while officials weigh next steps and timing.
A Milwaukee gentleman reports a state compiled forecast for the 1884 U.S. wheat crop based on acreage and crop condition. The total yield is estimated at 504,820,000 bushels, up 106,000,000 from 1883 and 50,000,000 above the five year average. Ohio is forecast at 34,400,000 bushels.
The Muskingum County Bar overwhelmingly backs Judge Ball as a candidate for Circuit Judge. He has consented to run, and the Herald endorses his elevation as the most capable choice for the district.
Commodore Garison’s liabilities approach five million dollars. Proceedings stirred Wall Street. The failure’s effect on the W and L E railroad, where Garison was the largest stockholder, remains undetermined and may trigger another sale.
The party remains undecided on its presidential and vice presidential nominees while noting Ohio figures with influence who could span the distance. The piece uses nautical metaphor to describe the search and potential reach of elder leaders.
Diplomats debate a possible U S purchase of Cuba with owners estimating the territory at 500 million dollars. Analysts say the acquisition would be a valuable expansion for the United States.
A critic asserts a clique controls the Democratic party in Guernsey County, runnings affairs to suit their own interests and influence local actions.
George H. Butcher has been appointed steward for the Orphans Home at Xenia. The board praises the choice as wisely selected and capable to manage the institution.
The Columbus agency disperses 29,000 pensions with 28,000 paid by mailing a check to each recipient.
J F Salmon again receives the appointment of Central Committeeman from the district. He is described as a good worker. The report comments on Wall Street volatility and its impact on business with many firms failing. The Blaine club appears demoralized by hot weather after two meetings. Democrats claim a strong county ticket with Hancock as a central topic.
A Chronicle from the Courier Journal lists the first twenty one Presidents with shaky dates and misprints. It notes Washington through Grant, Adams, Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Adams again in error, Jackson, Van Buren, Harrison, Tyler, Polk, Taylor, Fillmore, Pierce, Buchanan, Lincoln, Johnson, Grant, Hayes, Garfield, Arthur, and a claim that six presidents served two terms.
An advertisement touts a universal salve and cure for boils sores cuts burns and skin conditions. It claims relief for pimples corns chapped lips and hands, claiming high efficacy at a price of 50 cents sold by druggists under the Frasier Medicine Co name.
A Calistoga reader shares a trellis method for tomatoes using five and a half foot rafters forming a sloped roof tied to a ridge pole. Horizontal slats create a trellis that lifts stems off the ground and aids early frost protection, improving on upright sticks.
A domestic journal promotes a one year free subscription to every lady who mails ten names and addresses of married ladies plus 30 stamps for postage. The ad argues thoughtful housewives will subscribe after sample copies reach them. Regular price is one dollar annually from Tax Housewire in Rochester New York.
Wool buyers converge in large lots across this county and neighboring areas. The prevailing price hovers around thirty cents per pound though little wool has moved locally. Some reports note prices as high as two cents per pound in Coshoeton, while others cite thirty cents as the top elsewhere.
Frazier's Root Bitters are described as a strictly medicinal product not a dramshop beverage. The ad claims strong action on the liver kidneys bowels blood and system cleansing impurities. Sold by Droceists and Prazrier Medicine Co props in Cleveland Ohio May 22 ly.
Aiming at trial by jury as a cornerstone of justice, critics urge reform after recent miscarriages. The North American Review pieces by Judge Pittnae and others examine juror quality, protective economics, marriage and divorce, Canada annexations, government telegraphy, private vengeance, and a major future of the Negro debate with notable contributors.
Salvage advert promises best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum rever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money back with no pay if not cured. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by Joe Downar and Jaunett Ly.
An advertisement promotes Piles treatment claiming rapid relief and cure for long standing cases. It asserts absorption, itch relief, and poultice action, marketed by Dengists or doctors and mailed on receipt of price from Frazier Medicine Co Cleveland Ohio.
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