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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1888
Page
2
A dispatch reports a coalition forming among Columbus coal dealers to maintain winter price levels through the summer, signaling coordinated pricing despite seasonal demand shifts.
Robert G. Ingersoll spoke to about 4,000 people in Albany New York last week delivering a masterful panegyric on the late Roscoe Conkling. The orator was praised for his rostrum prowess.
The piece reports Republicans claim President Cleveland influenced Beriah Wilkins' loss in a district west and north of us, arguing Wilkins rejected the President's tariff ideas.
General observations indicate nationwide business has not been very active for the week though some localities report above average activity. A hopeful spirit pervades business circles despite slow overall momentum.
An Owen Sunday law violation case in Cincinnati ended with the defendant found guilty, sentenced to ten days in the work house, and fined $50 plus costs. Saloonkeepers react negatively to the crackdown.
The Chicago boodlers plan to reside at Joliet penitentiary for two years. Postal regulations now require communications to them be addressed to that institution. The text notes Ohio admirers of Barne and recalls a State Convention urging support for John Sherman, though not indefinitely.
The New York Mail and Express reports interviews with leading Republicans in New Jersey New York and Connecticut. Depew is the favorite for president with Blaine close behind. Harrison leads for vice president.
A reflective note on Irish affairs describing enduring longing for freedom. The piece asserts a worldwide sense of Irish spirit ready to sacrifice for a solid foundation of liberty and foresees a day when the fond hope will dwell in the emerald isle by the sea.
The piece says tariff questions will influence the campaign with Cleveland likely renominated at St Louis and a Republican platform opposing that stance. It notes tariff debates in Congress are rarely read by the public until the stump speaker arrives to enlighten.
The article notes women increasingly push into public life and hold advanced positions. It cites a near miss for women delegates to the M E General Conference and suggests future admission is likely as the issue moves through conferences. It also highlights women in professions, including medicine, signaling rising equality with men.
The passage critiques sensational dispatches about racial plots and alleged secret organizations, noting many such claims lack fact. It argues newspapers chase sensationalism for money, while reliable papers often retract sensational claims later.
At the Coshocton Congressional convention last week J W Owens of Licking county won the nomination over Beriah Wilkins of Ubricheville in a surprise result. Supporters praise Owens while critics say delegations were poorly managed and Muskingum might have influenced Ball’s chances. Owens is backed by a 5000 majority expectation as next Congressman for the district.
Bellaire held a modest convention at the Rink with few crowds and limited enthusiasm. Delegates formed a Guernsey caucus in K of L hall chaired by Judge N H Barber. Lively songs by Prof Sarchet entertained while speeches highlighted Robert Sherrard and J D Taylor as contenders for Chicago.
The meeting nominated Robert Sherrard of Jefferson and W D Guilbert of Noble by acclamation for the Chicago convention. Dr J Dunbar and TH Anderson backed them while J M Lewis and Guilbert were named as alternates. Electors Cochran and Anderson were initially chosen, then Cochran remained as nominee after Anderson declined. Delegates rushed for the door to catch the train.
Frank Bryant and sister of Middlebourne were in town. Jas S Heaney works in Columbus at the B and O freight office. May 6th Will Rose and Miss Anna Linn wed at the ME parsonage. The CWBM organizer Lois White to speak at the Christian church Wednesday. Circus coming May 22 under Wm Main’s big show. Council to acquire cemetery land or a new cemetery as current plots fill. The Lippincotts depart, Globe hotel sold. local business and social life steady amid growth.
Local items include travel plans for John Kelly and Ed Glass, visitors from Syracuse, sick list updates for Wm Hixenbaugh J U Braden John Shaw and Charlie Alexander, and a push to subscribe to the Herano. Social events note Unity Hall singing ends May 18 and Pike schoolhouse singing closes after two years. Teachers Miss H Ringer Sadie Shaw and Belle Watson begin first terms this spring.
Miss Emma Allender is very sick with fever. LB Bonnell and T M McCollum were at home over Sunday. Cyrus Scott on furlough returns home. A Allender and wife visited friends here last week. Mrs J A Johnson and mother visited GW Allenders Saturday. Miss Cora Aliender going to Independence school this summer. Mrs Solomon Colley of Birmingham visiting her parents. Miss Jennie Bryant has returned home after visiting relatives. Four men from Cambridge passed through Sunday smoking pipes. Krey A H Norcross to deliver ME church address Saturday at 2:30 and a missionary lecture Sunday at 10 oclock.
A light snowfall occurred last Monday as scarce items appear this week. Cut worms are damaging corn fields. Dr Wharton is suffering from consumption. JM Scott traveled to Bellaire on Tuesday as a delegate to the Congressional convention from Center township.
An advertisement proclaims Abietine Ointment as an absolute cure for old sores burns wounds and skin eruptions. It claims to heal all piles and is sold by Cambridge druggists in two ounce tins at 25 cents per box or 30 cents by mail dated February 23 1888.
W 8 Heade assignee of W L Tre Trenner & Young seeks sale confirmation and deed in McManna versus Todd for 2006 dollars plus costs and resell. Ohio cases include Denny guilty on abortion aiding charge. McClelland found not guilty on abortion. Smith pleads guilty to assault and battery after withdrawing pocket picking count.
Senecaville residents and visitors are listed with travels in Caldwell Beverly Washington Cambridge and Eyesville. A band festival is planned for the 30th followed by The Bijou Theater Company presenting Among the Breakers on May 30. William Main & Co circus comes to town on May 23 marking the return of major entertainment.
The community reports corn nearly planted and several residents with news. Dr Hawes suffers rheumatism. Al Lynn of Shawnee visited town Saturday and Sunday, greeting friends. J W Beckett moved to Dyesville. Mrs Flora Jeffery visits Mrs Al Johnson. Stanley injured his back by hitting a rut. Teeters opens an ice cream restaurant in Dr Deeren’s former room. Ephriam Barnett visits High Hill with wife and son. Martin GAR post expects a large festival Thursday with guests from afar.
Cumberland and Cambridge residents are noted as guests with local families. Dr Draper of Zanesville returns home due to his father’s illness. Echo Music Co of LaFayette announces music books and samples with money back guarantee. New titles include Echoes of Glory and The American Anthem Book with prices per copy or per dozen.
A nostalgic ad extols Santa Abie California King of consumption cures for coughs and croup. It promises quick relief and lists prices at $1 per bottle or 3 for $2.50, with mail order at $1.10 for six months treatment. California Cat-A-Cure is also advertised as providing immediate relief.
The 1888 Baptist Year Book lists 2 917 315 Baptists in the United States, property valued at 45 568 686 dollars, and annual giving totaling 7 937 491 36 dollars. It records 20 447 ministers and 31 591 churches.
The Guernsey County Board of Examiners will hold applicant exams for teacher certificates in Cambridge on April 28 May 12 May 26 and June 9 and in Kimbolton on March 31 1888. Higher branch tests Algebra Philosophy Physiology accompany common branches for three four and five year certificates. Vouchers of moral character required. Examinations start 9:00 a.m. W T Young Clerk. Jan 5 1888.
J O Mcilyar delivers the latest county gossip and city notes in a brisk column. The piece highlights local personalities and upcoming events with concise remarks and quick takes on community life.
Mrs Phoebe Chesley of Peterson Iowa claims Electric Bitters cured her long kidney trouble and lameness after years of dependence. At 73 she now does her housework without assistance and credits the remedy with removing all pain. Bottle options 50¢ and 100¢ available at Wall & Co's drug store.
At Blue Springs Missouri a reunion gathered sixteen former Quantrell band members. It was noted that seventeen more of the group remain unknown or unaccounted for.
The renin list of letters remain uncalled for at the Cambridge post office. Persons calling for them will please say they are advertised. Names include Irving A Ackley Joseph Boyd Lewis Glenn Geo F Hancka Sarah Hone John Hurley W K Likes Geo F Larricks H Weeker Miss Maggie Oldee Otho Stockley Suie Simpson W H H McILYAR P M.
An old child care rhyme highlights Castoria as a remedy through stages of life from infancy to parenting, noting the product as a trusted choice for soothing upset tummies and comforting children across decades.
A first class roller flouring mill on a railroad with several acres and a good dwelling. It handles all the custom work it can. Will trade for a well improved farm or sell cheap for cash as the owner wishes to quit the business.
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