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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1888
Page
2
The notice indicates the publication is mailed as second class mail matter from the Cambridge post office. It notes the mailing designation and routing status for the period.
On Thursday May 24 1888 figures show Tate’s defalcation as Kentucky treasurer totaling 247000. The Democratic State Convention report appears outside. Blaine reportedly in good health ready for battle of his life. J D Taylor named honorary member of Columbus Foraker club, likely state’s largest such body. If Belva Lockwood carried electoral college questions arise about constitutional barriers to a woman for president.
Religious revivals begin in New York City as churches mobilize to draw sinners back to faith this year while politics and amusements intensify. The article notes multiple denominations organizing events and forecasts a strong revival mood despite public turmoil.
One of the world’s largest bridges, the iron railroad span across the Missouri River a few miles below Kansas City, will soon be ready for traffic. It measures 7,392 feet in length, weighs 31,275 tons, stands 50 feet above high water, and features towers rising to 200 feet.
The piece notes politicians seek to block Blaine from the race and elevate Mr. Depew of New York. It suggests a tough path ahead if Depew gains the nomination, emphasizing his intellect and executive skill as potential to drive the effort and carry the burden of contested succession.
The western and eastern factions rally behind Illinois Commissioner Black for the St. Louis convention's choice of the vice presidential nominee. Gen Black, a friend of soldiers and a lawyer by trade, bears scars from frontline service and is praised for honesty. This note targets Democratic readers.
The piece notes Ohio delegates mostly align with John Sherman despite a Blaine undercurrent in the commonwealth. It argues Sherman’s ability is clear, but Chicago convention leaders may seek a different path. Old politicians may need to curb the rising “youngster” to prevent rapid, machine-like opposition.
The 17th Congressional District delegates met in Dayton on Tuesday evening and organized by electing W E Boden of Guernsey as chairman and W L Finley of Noble as secretary. E W Mathews of Guernsey and David Wagner of Belmont were named delegates, with W H Arnold of Harrison and HH McFadden of Jefferson as alternates to the Democratic National Convention. W Hi Hunter of Jefferson was named elector. Committees include Vice President J H Brown Noble as assistant secretary E M Lockwood Belmont credentials, Boden permanent organization, Mahaffey Guernsey Rules, Hunter Jefferson resolutions, and Finley Noble state central committee.
The piece argues Republicans have long sought to curb the Prohibition party, seen as an ally of Democrats though not exactly so. It credits the Dow law and amendments with weakening the Prohibition party, claiming rural areas already favor prohibition and expect the party’s vote to fall further this year.
The Prohibition Congressional Convention met in Bellaire Friday with Rev W A Williams presiding and I G McFarland and Willis Vope as secretaries. Delegates named for the National Convention at Indianapolis include Scot Wood Martin's Ferry and A J Hiatt Steubenville. alternates J M Wilkin Guernsey county and T A Rodefer Bellaire. Provisional delegates to Indianapolis are J H Hawkins Stewartsville and Hiram Cope Harrison county. Presidential elector is Joan Puryiance Smithfield.
The Guernsey county Sabbath school union officers and executive committee are summoned to meet at the Hotel Berwick parlors in Cambridge on Saturday June 2 at 10 o clock a m. to fix the next county convention time and place, appoint delegates to the state union at Steubenville June 5 6 and 7, and transact other proper business. Davin D. Taylor president Joseph W. Hill secretary.
The Guernsey County Centennial Society holds a meeting Monday June 4 at the Cambridge courthouse to discuss a Guernsey county exhibit for the Ohio centennial exposition. County commissioners J B Hartley J Shipman and G Watson and state appointees D D Taylor W Barton and C A Sproat are expected to attend along with the county institute committee members Hugh Keenan W D Craig and Thomas S Luccock and treasurer Joseph Brown. C P B Larcuet serves as president with W J Hester as secretary.
Washington visitor R M Hall calls Cadiz home this week as the G AR Post plans Decoration Day observances. Misses Mary and Nella Skinner visit from Baltimore while Mrs Catharine Lawrence plans to settle here. Wheat improves after rain with a possible half crop. Fair Association considers buying Seth Mitchener land to enlarge grounds. Frost harmed gardens though fruit remains good. Wm Main & Co. drew a large crowd and impressed as first class. Dr Wharton died of hemorrhage and was buried. Aaron Patterson family mourns the loss of their only child. Ralph Chapman passes away after lengthy illness. community offers sympathy. Prof H Maharry reappointed principal. summer normal likely. Fourth of July plans discussed. town eager for a big celebration. Fair directors approve four-day fair September 25–28 with expanded premiums and top attractions.
Miss Emma Burris returns from New Concord while Ed Stone plans a June start on a western trip. Dora Steele recently ill with sore throat. A Ross McCourt dance drew a large, pleased crowd. Minnie Hawes plans a two week visit to sister Mrs Taylor in Larned Kansas. Erastus Wessels severely ill with facial erysipelas may lose sight in one or both eyes. A funeral sermon for May Walters will be held June 3 at the M Echarch, Columbus operated for an ovarian tumor. The Martin Post muster yielded a grand supper despite inclement weather and guests from Cambridge Byesville Quaker City Zanesville and other towns.
The Martin Post No 665 of Claysville was mustered last Thursday night the 17th by Post Commander D D Taylor of Cambridge. Officers chosen include Jas McCourt Commander CF Camp SVC J R Wycoff J VC 5 P Galloway QM J W Richey Adjutant Samuel Crawford Surgeon J E Craig Chaplain Jne Vessies OD G W Sopher OG Wm Dennis SM Wm Heskett QMS. next meetings set for Thursday night near fall of the moon at the old Buchanan property West Boston. A supper followed and DD Taylor gave 15 but donated 10 to charity. the Post extends thanks.
Center Township reports a heavy frost and rain last Friday with pleasant weather for a circus visit by locals. Rev Dr Wharton, a resident, died Friday morning of consumption and was buried Saturday in Washington cemetery after funeral services led by Rev L B Moore with assistance from Revs Boyd and Wilson.
An 19th century advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as best for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions and guarantees satisfaction or money back. Price 26 cents per box. Sold by C L Wall & Co to December 188.
Fifty two neighbors and friends gathered May 17 at John Conner’s home to celebrate Mrs Conner’s 45th birthday. A bountiful table, attentive gifts including a rocking chair, spectacles, money, a glass dish, and silk handkerchief followed. Alexander Cook presented the presents and several gentlemen gave short addresses before all departed content. Visitors from Zanesville included Dr W Conner and family, Mrs Dr Gallaghy, and Mrs Chas Blake.
Quaker City will close the glass factory for the season on June 15. J W Lippincott left for Bellaire to take dates of the Globe House. Frank Doudna begins a dwelling on Fair Street. Quaker City and Salesville clubs play baseball Thursday in the latter town. Misses Nellie Queen and Eliza Bowers of Thornville visit agent A W Thomas. Cochran's block gains a fresh coat of paint. A drug store will occupy the former C 8 Keys room. Alex Cochran adds another extension to Fair and Jefferson streets. The town lists forty lots. Saloon trade declines with the law. beer moves via cooperative private consignments and eight cases were reportedly received Saturday evening, likely sold before Sunday. The system is seen as better, reducing drinking and benefiting the town financially.
Local notes report a Communion last Sabbath at the Presbyterian church. Caldwell resident S Smith visits friends. Miss Mattie Dillon guests of Mrs Stella Moore. W B Gulick and wife visit Gulick's father at Freedom. Orris McClelland of Newark attends to business here. Geo Lindsey and spouse visit Columbus friends. J A Phelps of Columbus guests of cousin Mrs Robert Harper west of Will. W Foulk recovers enough to be seen on streets. W A McCloy and wife return from western trip, spend days with W H McCloy. The remains of Henry Teener of Caldwell brought here for interment. Teener formerly lived south of town in Brookfield and was well known.
A veteran comedian testifies that while touring in the city he suffered years of back pain and kidney trouble. After trying Butte-Tine he reports complete relief and credits Santa Able for throat issues. Druggist Guo F. Fonpa of Boulder endorses the remedies and notes strong sales.
Benj Kenworthy builds a new house. The Misses Lowry hosted friends last week. Mrs Galloway, 84, visits her son at 838 Galloway Creighton. Ground hog hunting ended as funds ran out. Mrs Moore and Miss Mary Hutchison of Cambridge visited James Hutchison’s. Miss Kate Bell begins first term at Hopewell. Miss Laure Johnston at Northfield. ME church communion drew a large audience, Rev TS Luccock aiding Rev Appleton. Text Colossians 3:17 referenced.
The ad recalls Castoria as a universal remedy through ages from infancy to motherhood. It highlights continued use as a soothing elixir for children and as a habitual choice passed to new generations within families.
The Abietine Ointment comes only in large two ounce tins and is claimed as a universal remedy for old sores burns wounds and chapped hands. It promises to cure all kinds of eruptions and even pains. Original Abietine Ointment available at 25 cents per box or 30 by mail. Feb 23 1888 tf.
The observance grew from mothers and families remembering fallen Union heroes by visiting graves and placing flowers. Early practice varied by city or county, then expanded through Christian Commission, pulpit and press, and veteran groups. State legislatures and leaders eventually proclaimed a common day, May 30, chosen for the anniversary of the last Union soldier's discharge.
A vintage advertisement touts California Cate-Cure and Santa Alie as cold cures. It claims they prevent consumption and nasal catarrh, urging households to keep a bottle on hand. Sold by Cambridge druggists at $1 per package or 3 for $2.50.
Miss Emma Allender lacks improvement in rating. E K E Willis of Indian Camp rests nearby. Wm Stillions and wife call on Middlebourne. HE Boothe to finish Jas Dickison’s interior. GW Allender suffers a painful bruise from a horse. Emma and Hannah Whetstone visit Cambridge kin. Mr Norcross misses lecture. cause unknown. John Bonnell returns from Cleveland with no relief. Died May 17, Mrs Ann Patterson, 57. Funeral May 18 by Roy Moore. burial in Baptist cemetery.
Decoration Day will be observed here as measles continue to spread slowly in town. Mrs John Wallace returned from Kansas last week. Miss Gussie Amstott and Laura MecCulloch of Love City visiting friends. Memorial services held at ME church Sabbath by Rev Moses. Bert Purdum returned from New Philadelphia where he worked. Youths enjoyed a hand car ride to Blue Bell Saturday for the festival and had a good time.
Mr C H Morris of Newark Ark says he was told his lung abscess made him incurable but after using Dr King's New Discovery for consumption he recovered enough to manage his farm on a third bottle. Jesse Middlewart of Decatur Ohio credits it with saving his life after doctors gave up. Free sample bottles at Wail & Co's drug store.
A compact guide notes red sunrise clouds and barking foxes signal storms. It cites chimney soot, distant sounds, bright coals, migrating birds, and animal behavior as early indicators. Farmers watch cloud strips, animal gatherings, and wind shifts for approaching storms.
The railroads announce round trip tickets for multiple events. Ohio Prohibition in Toledo May 23–25 return by 26. National Prohibition in Indianapolis May 27–29 return by June 4. Democratic Convention in St Louis June 2–4 return by June 9. Knights of Pythias Cincinnati June 10–11 return by June 18. North American Saengerbund in St Louis June 11,12,18 return by 18. National Education in San Francisco June 9–July 12 with 60 days cay and 90 days return limits. Republican Convention in Chicago June 16–18 return by June 23. cross-state tours to Minnesota, Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Arkansas, Texas, New Mexico, Iowa at one fare with varied return windows. Roman Catholic Union at Louisville late June. Ohio Valley Centennial at Cincinnati July. Young Peoples Society in Chicago July 4–6. Ohio Valley Exposition July onward. Pioneer Centennial at Marietta July 14–15. Island Park Rome City July 23–Aug 18. Tri-State Fair Toledo Aug 26–31 return by Sept 1. Illinois State Fair Springfield Aug–Oct. National Encampment G A R Columbus in September.
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