Miscellaneous Local Briefs and Civic Notes
A jumble of notices from Cambridge Ohio area and beyond covers salaries, treasurer shortages in Coshocton township, burglaries in Belmont county, a state Supreme Court ruling on Prohibition in Iowa, Canada’s rising debt, temperance talks in Wheeling, beer discounts in New York, and Ohio farm school enrollments with few deaths. It also notes Cardinal McCloskey’s 75th birthday and Bishop tenure, Geo H Pendleton’s ministerial appointment to Germany, and Illinois Senator Bridges’s passing.
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Archbishop McCloskey
New York
Democrats eyeing U S Senatorial bee in Cincinnati Enquirer rumor
Hon A J Warner attended on Monday as Democrats watched each other closely. No decision has been announced on who the General will recommend for the post. The crowd now says J R McLebs of the Cincinnati Enquirer is buzzing as the likely candidate, and McLearn is seen as capable of success.
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A. J. Warner
U. S
J. R. McLebs
The
Cincinnati Enquirer
McLearn
Petition by leading ladies against suffrage bill in New York
A pending New York Legislature bill granting women suffrage drew petitions signed by the state’s prominent ladies who oppose its passage.
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New York
Coal Pen Strike Prolonged in Pitts Church District
The coal pen strike in the Pitts church district continues with 10,009 men idle for two weeks. There is little promise of settlement, and considerable suffering is anticipated as the stoppage persists.
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Pitts~ Church District
Mansfield man draws pistol during initiation incident
A Mansfield man frightened while riding the goat during an initiation into the mastery of Old Yellowship drew a pistol and swore vengeance. He was allowed to depart without completing the rite.
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Mansfield
Old Yellowship
Ohio Cabinet Prospects Duel as Election Looms
Ohio remains without firm cabinet appointments yet shows signs of rapid action. The presidential influence is felt across borders with many calls and selections expected. Cincinnati Republicans predict victory in spring elections while Amor Smith or is their May 1 candidate for the Democrats and Prohibitionists claim gains amid rising gambling concerns. Louisville Wheeling and others push to curb vice.
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Cincinnati
Amor Smith
Louisville
Wheeling
Election Propositions Shape Township Tax Demands
Voters face three budget questions amid a crowded field of office seekers and former congressmen. Proposals seek how to raise funds with limits of 25000, 15000, and 5060 dollars for county wide public projects including a child care facility and school hours.
Legal maxims about contracts and partnership liability
A dated note void if lost or stolen. each partner liable for firm debts unless special partnership exists. Ignorance of law is no excuse. An agreement without consideration is void. Signatures in pencil valid. A recent firm agreement not conclusive. Sunday contracts unenforceable. Minor contracts voidable, insane persons void. Checks to be presented promptly. Oral agreements provable, written agreements preferred. Written instruments interpreted by plain meaning.
Twilight Persists In Arctic Winter At Extreme Latitudes
Lieut Schwatka reports on Arctic daylight patterns, noting four hours forty two minutes of twilight at 83 20 north on December 22, and six hours two minutes at 2 27 north. He explains dawn and dusk extend into the true polar twilight and describes long periods of darkness and daylight at the poles, including details on sun rise and set cycles.
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Lieut
Schwatka
Sir John Franklin
North Pole
Markham
Swift's Specific Cures Typhoid Malaria Says Dr Barker
A Florida citrus worker reports six months of typhoid malaria from an orange grove and claims Swift's Specific cured him after other remedies failed. He urges readers in Georgia Florida and Alabama malaria counties to try it and praises its guarantee and efficacy.
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Florida
Georgia
Alabama
Dr. Barker
Publi Editorial Reo Temperance Advocate
Atlanta
Swift's Specific Cures Severe Blood and Skin Disease
Testimonial from Charleston South Carolina dated February 4733 praising Swift's Specific. The writer reports years of serous skin outbreaks on ankles and legs improved after using about a dozen bottles daily with steady progress. A Columbus Georgia minister Rev Jesse F T Campbell endorsed the remedy. Experiencing near total recovery, the author states the disease has not returned for nearly a year and offers to testify to Swift's Specific's effectiveness. Address provided for free blood and skin disease information.
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Witiel
Jesse FT. Campbell
Columbus
Swift
Campbell
Clarteston
S.A
School district 1 closes winter term with honors
The district No. 1 Center township school, led by J. B. Bannel, closed on Tuesday March 17 after a thorough winter term. Spectators filled the Do'tlock AcmM hall at 10 o'clock for exams credits to scholars and teacher. A large cake and a school treat followed a bountiful noon table.
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Heesip
Center Township
J. B. Bannel
Do'tlock Acmm
Bonneil
Bonueli
Schohire
Bosanko Pile Remedy Advertises Quick Permanent Cure
An advertisement describes piles with moisture and itching relief. It claims Dr. Bosanko's Pile Remedy absorbs tumors and relieves pain, offering a permanent cure. Sold by John M. Stattil in Piqua Ohio with price given as AQeens.
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Islind
P Yi
Arranga for More Clover in Crop Rotations
Atele Journal notes clover value as hay and green manure. It improves soil structure, yields rich manure, and can be plowed under or harvested in parts for feed or seed. Strong roots enhance soil condition and fertilizer response. clover deserves a place in every rotation.
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Caverfield
Atele Journal
Wonderful Discovery Promises Hope For Consumptives
Advertised remedy by Dr King N Hien claims to cure throat and lung disease with unparalleled success. Thousands of former patients praise the treatment and offer free trial bottles at CTL, Wall & Co's drug store, large size priced at $1.
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Wall
Go's
Himalayas Elevations and Peak Height
The Himalayas contain the highest mountains with elevations from ten thousand to eighty thousand feet. The loftiest peak is Mount Everest also called Guarisanker, rising about 29 000 feet above sea level.
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Diverest
Guarisanker
Himalaya
New Orleans Madam Praises Brown's Iron Bitters
Mrs Mayer of Baronune Street New Orleans extols Brown's Iron Bitters as a curative tonic for liver trouble dyspepsia and weak blood. The passage also surveys current European economic debate and reviews in the North American Review including prison management Persian poetry and new department comments.
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Egypt
Leeland
Asia
England
Wm. E. Bear
Mark Lane Express
North American Review
Charles Dudley Warner
Robert Buchanan
America
T. V
Hunt
Thos Ff. Hargis
A. R B. Spofford
Department of
Murat Halstead
Richard H. Stoddart
Max Muller
Parker's Hair Balsam Promises Hair Regrowth
An advertisement claims Parker's Hair Balsam can halt hair loss and spark new glossy growth, restoring color. It emphasizes a delicate perfume, non dye formula, and quick effect, targeting men worried about partial baldness and aging.
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Parker
March 20th notes and town highlights from the WG
The fragment describes local events and people including Mr. McCracken and Mrs. Annie Culfee, Mrs. L. Cutler in Cambridge for a County Board meeting, a Dramatic Company trip to Cabwell, horse depredations by a dog and attempted break ins, and a call to the marshal regarding nightly depredations.
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Sherman
McCracken
Annie Culfee Bsuds
Cutler
Cambridge
County Board of Visitors of Charitable and Correctional Institutions
Cabdwell
Dom Brate
Sheward Miller
Jas
J. Gutter
Coor
Griggs Glycerine Salve Offered For Sale
An advertisement touts Griggs Glycerine Salve as a universal healer for cats bruises scalds burns wounds and skin eruptions. It claims cures for piles and itching with satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded at 25 cents. Sold by J. M. McGill.
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J. M. McGill
Democrats to Hold Cambridge Postmaster Election
Democratic voters in Cambridge plan a ballot election to choose a postmaster candidate. Notice of the time and place will be issued next week to members of the party.
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Eps
Herano
Cambridge
Piace
Mansy Drmocnars
Frazier Root Bitters Sold as Medicine in Ohio Catalog
Dr. Frazier's Heat Bitters described as strictly medicinal with liver effects and bowel cleansing sold by druggists for $1.00. FRAZIER MEDICINE CO., Prayo's, Cleveland, Ohio. Henry Ryan dies in Canton O from injuries after a railroad incident. fourth family member killed by cars.
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Frazier’s
Frazier Medicine
Prayo's
Rae Cleveland
Ohio
Henry Ryan
Canton, O
Connorton
Dr Frazier’s Throat and Lung Balm Ad
An advertisement touts Dr Frazier’s Throat and Lung Balm as essential for coughs colds hoarseness and throat and lung diseases. It claims many lives saved and urges families to buy the remedy at 50 cents a bottle from FRAZIER MEDICINE CO Cleveland Ohio.
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Dr. Frazier
Frazier Medicine CO
Cleveland
Ohio
Population Ranking Of World Cities
London is the largest city with a population of 3 200 871. New York follows at about 1 250 000 and ranks fifth among great cities.
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London
New York
Williams Indian Pile Ointment Promises Quick Relief
Cure for blind, bleeding and itching piles claims one box can fix long standing cases. It absorbs tumors, stops itching, acts as poultice and gives instant relief. Sold by druggists or mailed for $1 by Prazler Medicine Co. Cleveland, Ohio.
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William
Prazler Medicine CO
Prop’s
HAC
Cleveland
Osta
New Opera House in Paris Dominates City Theatre Scene
The largest theatre in Paris is the New Opera House. It spans nearly three acres with a cubic mass of 4,257.05 and incurred a cost of about 100,000,000 francs.
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Opera House
Paris
Medicated salve promises cure with money back guarantee
Vie Dear Salve claims to treat bruises sores ulcers fever sores tetter and skin eruptions and to cure piles or pay no money. It is priced at 25 cents per bottle and offered by C. GL Wall & Co. with a February 1 note.
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C. GL
Wall & Co
Guernsey County Voters Asked to Approve Children’s Home Plan
The county proposes building a Children’s Home at an estimated cost of 25600 dollars with a leasing option and no immediate tax levy. Commissioners argue the plan offers economic care for indigent youth, safer housing apart from adults, and will be funded by loans after paying existing Court House debt.
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Guernsey County
Tourmrayres
Ilome
Hame
Court House
Shil A
B. Fearptley
A.W. Nicholson
Cambridge Market Weekly Prices and Goods List
Corrected weekly by J O Melliar and W Lindsey. Item list includes meal bushel sorghum salt tallow butter chickens shoulders sides clover seeds bluegrass millet potatoes and assorted forage seeds with varied weights and prices across multiple entries. The fragmentary text lists unit measures and per unit prices with numerous illegible or abbreviated terms.
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W. Lindsey
Timothy See
Demon of Darkness Loses Tail Query Stirs Saloon Rumor
A curious line from a 19th century column questions where the demon of darkness would obtain a new tail if he lost it. The quip ties to saloon culture and mentions spirits in a playful, speculative tone.
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Demon of Darkness
Proper Treatment for Cough and Lung Syrup Claim
An advertisement touts Dr. Bosanke's Cough and Lung Syrup as a reliable remedy. It highlights herbal ingredients and promises efficacy for coughs and lung complaints. Prices 50 cents and 1.00. Samples offered free.
Constable Candidates Announced for Democratic Convention
Merrald requests his name be announced as a candidate for Constable subject to the Democratic convention decision. Joen W. Ford also plans to enter the race for Constable before the Democratic convention.
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Nps
Merrald
Constable
B.g. Sscorr
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