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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1890
Page
2
Reporters say Murat Halstead is unhappy with his Brooklyn posting as his sharp editorials fail to spark reforms. The veteran journalist allegedly pushes for bolder action to shake up local affairs.
In Cincinnati a new fee to gambling dens has appeared through sharpers with loaded dice. Many crap shops were busted and shut down by this recent effort.
A faint early sign from Southern latitudes hints at Speaker Reed pursuing the 1892 presidency though some voices warn the path may falter before the date arrives.
A U S Senate measure would divide the Ohio pension district into two. If approved by the House, Columbus could lose the current office while Cincinnati and Cleveland would gain the new headquarters, reshaping regional administration.
At a meeting of the M. E. Bishops in New York last week the pastoral letter was presented. It shows local ministry rising from 5,512 to 6,269 and membership from 98,645 to 1,166,019 as part of Conference arrangements.
The Wheeling Register traces labor hours from fourteenth to modern times and notes the Republican State Central Committee will meet in Columbus on May 20 to set plans for the State Convention, with a possible Cleveland venue this year.
During a recent Paris storm the Eiffel Tower was hit by lightning six times in about as many minutes. Reported electrical display described as a magnificent spectacle. tower sustained no material damage.
A bill introduced in Congress by Representative Caldwell would make it a misdemeanor to disfigure the National flag by printing on or attaching it to any public display advertisement. Violators face up to 50 dollars fine or at least 30 days imprisonment, or both.
The New York Supreme Court reversed a prior ruling in favor of George Rice of Marietta against Standard Oil over stock shares. The outcome asserts the giant corporation again prevailing in the dispute. Rice accepts costly litigation that is building his national reputation.
The text questions alleged Republican clique dominance in the county and asks why the group isn’t challenged, arguing that exposing the clique could aid the party without causing harm if members avoid courting it.
The Supreme Court Original Package decision is viewed as elevating the temperance issue to a national stage and potentially nullifying state prohibitions. While not denying some impact, observers argue the ruling could foster a broader, nationwide debate and eventual reinforcement of temperance ideals.
A Democratic paper from Columbus reports a lively battle inside the Republican State Committee. Ex Governor Foraker is said to back M R Patterson for Chairman and Daniel J Ryan seeks George K Nash as Secretary of State. The feud divides the Foraker and Sherman wings and will be vigorously pursued by the former.
The Panama Canal examination team estimates $180,000,000 is needed to complete the project and seven to eight years to finish. The report implies the canal will stay dormant for now as grand plans meet a harsh crash, underscoring how large ventures on paper falter in reality.
The McComas bill to prevent gerrymandering for Congressional purposes meets strong opposition, including from Republican lawmakers in Ohio. Republicans hope to win back Ohio from Democrats, but if the Legislature flips to Republican, current districts would be struck down under the McCouras plan.
It is said that Dr J H Douglas who attended General Grant during his last illness is now sick with paralysis in a New York hospital and in poverty. He left a lucrative practice to take charge of the Grant case and, after Grant’s death, his health failed and he spent his possessions in a vain effort to recover.
Department Commander P H Dow ing Toledo announces appointments and sections of senior and junior vice department commanders medical director chaplain and council of administration, with names and posts from Dayton Middleport Xenia Columbus Springfiell Lima Waverly Urbana Ceshocton and Toledo. Also assigns assistant adjutant general quartermaster general department inspector chief mustering officer from Toledo Springfield Cleveland and more.
An explanation notes that under English law the word limited signals that a company's liability is limited to its assets, not shareholders. It recounts the historic shift from joint liability to limited liability and observes American practice, where few states require the word, yet many firms include it voluntarily.
A historical advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a nerve tonic to restore nervous system health. It claims improved appetite, digestion, and liver and kidney function, urging readers to buy at D. M. Hawthorne's drug store for 50 cents.
Rev Appleton visits Pittsburgh on business. Robert Kirk hauls sheep and hogs to Pittsburgh Monday. Samuel W Luccock loads stones cut on his land. T J Miller and family visited Miss White in Cambridge. Mr Duncan of Martins Ferry plans summer with daughter Mrs McClaughrey. John Chambers Jr called home for daughter Maggie’s illness. Wheat prospects bright yet corn work behind. Wim Ledlie repairs sunken wall under his house. Miss Emma Braniger of Birmingham visiting Cambridge and New Concord. G A R arranging Decoration Day observances. W C McConaughey and C Gray traded horses. Methodist ice cream and strawberry festival planned May 30 at School Hall to fund church repairs. Elmer Kennedy and Flora Alloway quietly married at bride’s home with Rev Appleton present.
J M Carr of New Concord visits home over Sabbath. John Smith from Hopewell moves toward Newark. Misses Allie and Laura Bell visit grandparents in Cambridge. A normal to be taught in Cambridge starting July 1 led by W W Stewart Creighton and A A near Blue Bell. A severe storm hit the region last Saturday causing damage near Flat Ridge tearing sheep houses and fences with sheep killed or injured.
The Cadiz Republican notes rising interest as the district prepares for its Congressional Convention. Harrison county factions fear changes from gerrymandering, while Columbiana county may wield influence with a large delegation. Several candidates, including Judge Taylor of Carroll and Congressman Taylor, pursue support amid a free for all race. Harrison county primaries date not yet set.
In the new Lighteenth district, Steubenville lawyer John M. Cook leads Columbiana and Jefferson delegation support. Columbiana yields 40 of 61 delegates while Jefferson adds 45, giving Cook 85 of the needed total to secure the nomination on first ballot. Cook aims to sweep Guernsey delegates next amid discontent with Mr Taylor’s fifth race.
Salem Republican notes great uncertainty over a McComas bill and McKinley’s district. If the bill passes, McKinley likely faces little opposition and a larger majority, while a deadlock could yield a dark horse or even a Steubenville convention nomination.
The race in the district pits J. J. Taylor of Guernsey against John M. Cook of Steubenville with other candidates in the fray. Cook carried 37 of 61 Columbiana county delegates. Taylor won Salineville and Fairfield while six townships await results. Jefferson and Harrison counties may split delegates. McComins bill favored by defeated candidates.
On Thursday May 24 the Cambridge line runs a five day trip to Cleveland with return validity through June. Passengers may visit the Gaffeld Monument dedication or cruise the lake. Rates from Cambridge are 2.50. For details apply to a C M agent.
Antrim area reports many fishermen and crops damaged by late frosts. local officials James Mestride and Wm. Stewart complete assessors and census tasks. multiple town residents in town for various visits, school appointments, baptisms, a May festival, and church services noted.
Miss Alice Dilley visits Cambridge. Aplin and Wilson families welcome newborn sons in May. J. J. Mackey visits for legal business. Benoni Allen and Lizzie Fogle visit near Brady. Mrs Frank Allen returns from Zanesville. Weather hinders planting. Rev Wooster baptizes in Gordon run. Henry Miller checks insurance in Zanesville. J Wayne Hottman previews Scrap Book. Frank Stevens weds Susan Kaho with Rev John Kaho officiating. Rail iron plans shift at GC&M Junction. Mines run full time boosting boom hopes. Property improvements include new paint on several homes.
A nineteenth century advertisement claims catarrh is a constitutional disease and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio. It states internal dosing from 10 drops to a teaspoon and promises $100 if it fails to cure with testimonials and circulars available.
A Baltimore dispatch reports an adjudication set for May 31 in Rome to contract a large North American tobacco purchase. About 19 000 hogsheads from Kentucky, 1 600 from Virginia, and 800 from Ohio and Maryland are requested. Samples and specs are on display at Dr Scarlotta’s office, with Ohio tobacco misrepresented as Maryland by sample similarity.
Advertises Swift's Specific as a cure for cancer including Seirrhus and skin cancer. Contains a testimonial from Miss T E Green of Tallapoosa, Ga recounting a breast cancer case cured after twelve bottles, and a promise to mail a blood treatment treatise from The Swift Specific Co. based in Atlanta, Ga.
Excursion tickets via Pennsylvania Lines offer round trip fares to Pertle Springs near Warrensburg Missouri and North Manchester Indiana for the German Baptists Dunkards meetings. Pertle Springs travel May 14–27 with return through June 26. North Manchester May 20–25 with return through June 25.
In the Senate a Nevada lawmaker, Senator Stewart, drifted into a daydream and, when his name was read, blurted the subject of his thoughts with a wag of humor saying “T page!” The remark drew laughs as he recovered his place.
The advertisement touts Dr. King's New Discovery as a proven remedy for coughs colds and chest illnesses. It claims guaranteed relief with money refunds and offers trial bottles free at D. M. Hawthorne's drug store in Cambridge Ohio.
The Wheeling and Lake Erie Railway has issued on sale at principal stations 1000 mile Commercial Tickets for thirteen roads for patrons use. Tickets with territory details are available by calling any railway agent. Small stations may order by requisition to the General Passenger Agent.
Mackie Simpson of Bridgeville and W A Little of Lebanon visited locals last week. Mrs Carney died after long illness. burial followed. Roads in township worsen. two year old cattle sold for about 65 cents each.. plus various visits and school teaching plans noted.
Baltimore and Ohio R R Co offers round trip excursion tickets to Cincinnati from May 20 to 24 with return by May 25 at one fare for the round trip.
Miss Kate Kaho of Senecaville attended church despite wet weather and corny planting being late. Rev Boyd preaches at Stiles next Sabbath at 4 4 o’clock PM. Geo Lake of Antrim visited his sister Mrs B Barthalow last week. Miss Katie Tedrick of Winchester stayed with relatives over Sabbath. Quarterly meeting at MFP church drew good crowds last Saturday and Sunday with Rev Dr Watkins of Pittsburgh presiding pro tem. sermons well received.
The B and O railroad announces round trip fare to principal West Northwest South and Harper's Ferry to the Historic Valley of Virginia. Tickets on sale April 22 and May 20 with thirty day return window. Inquiries at B and O ticket agents.
The 1st Annual Ohio Sunday-school Union meeting is set for June 4 and 5 in Zanesville with speakers from major institutions. Notables include Rev Ek Armstrong Miss Annie S Harlow Col Robt Cowden and others. special railroad rates and free entertainment are offered. Delegates urged from every county and names to be sent to Addison Palmer to arrange accommodations. A statewide prayer event is planned for June 1 in churches and schools.
The Baltimore and Ohio railroad offers round trip tickets at one fare on May 20 1890 to Woodstock Winchester Staunton Lexington and other Valley of Virginia points. Tickets valid ten days outbound and thirty days return with stopovers east of Parkersburg. Call B and O R R agents for details.
The passage discusses the difficulty of collecting repayment from a subscriber who delays or avoids payment after earning funds. It contrasts the borrower’s expected responsiveness with the lender’s frustration when no response follows.
An 1890s advertisement promotes Bucklen's Arnica Salve as best for cuts bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions with a money back guarantee. Sold by D. M. Hawthorne at 25 cents per box, dated December 5, 1889.
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