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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1885
Page
3
The Cambridge Herald reports a crowded market with overstocked vegetables and frequent ads for Thalheimer's prices in all departments. Updates cover local deaths, rail traffic, oil prospects, new cars on the C M line, weather impacts, court notices, and community happenings from Cambridge and neighboring towns.
A compilation of social notices lists Mrs. E. F. Green visiting Cincinnati and many Cambridge-area residents traveling to or visiting friends in towns such as Cadiz, Zanesville, Columbus, and Shippensburg. Others attend to business in Caldwell, New York, Michigan, or Philadelphia, with several public figures and families mentioned.
Tax roll figures from Liberty township show horses cattle sheep and hog counts with valuations totaling 70173 dollars, a decline from 1884. Rail line appraisal by several counties places main track at 9000 dollars per mile, with sidings and rolling stock valued to yield about 850000 dollars in Guernsey, plus a local depot estimate.
W L Norris was found not guilty of shooting with intent to kill M Rottenburg after a trial in Monroe county court last week. The Woodsfield Gazette lauded the verdict as vindicating Norris and his family amid public support from neighbors and friends. Rottenburg, described as an eccentric Dutch peddler, had earlier been involved in an incident at Norris's stable.
A Saturday water spout flooded lowlands at Macksburg with extensive damage. A lightning strike hit an oil tank causing a blaze that destroyed 300 barrels of oil. A bridge on the C. M. road was among the losses. No lives were lost though some escaped narrowly. Incendiaries expand their reach beyond Zanesville causing rural Muskingum county barn losses. Memorial day flower donations urged.
An advertisement by J. M. McGill promotes Cheney stomach and liver regulator at one dollar per bottle or six bottles for five dollars.
Washington sees better crop outlook with wheat prospects up and farmers in better spirits after rain. Hay crop looks strong and corn work continues. Lodging and street lighting enhancements noted, while wool prices remain low. Local entertainment raises funds for the band, drawing good attendance and about $70 in receipts.
An advertisement touts Salvation Oil as a painless, certain remedy promising relief with a cure for various pains. It emphasizes its low price of 25 cents and offers a persuasive promise of quick, effective relief.
In Byesville miners resume work at the reduction plant. Born to Mr and Mrs John Humble a son on May 18. Children’s Day set for ME’s Sunday June 14. Civil Engineer Hester of Cambridge visited last Saturday. Michel formerly of this place buys half interest in a store at Macksburg. Mrs Wiles Soudan travels to Farmer City Ill for her father Samuel Nutts funeral. C H Hughes barber now agent for World of Wonders and North Pole books. W A Smith plans a new dwelling on Main Street. Jacob Peters sheared 63 sheep last week with yearlings averaging 9% pounds per fleece.
Frazier's Root Bitters are described as strictly medicinal not a drink. The preparation is said to affect the liver kidneys bowels and blood cleansing. Sold by druggists for $1.00 by FRAZIER MEDICINE CO Cleveland Ohio May 22.
New Concord reports many ill with sickness while Mayor Aikin orders general town cleansing. J W Shepherd a senior has mumps. Senior exams were held last Wednesday and Thursday. Hon Jnck French's lecture last Tuesday evening drew few listeners. AR McCullough a senior is elected Cumberland schools superintendent. Most seniors returned home to prepare speeches for commence. J C Laney traveling agent for Household Sewing Machine Co visited with brother in law E E Evans from Franklin county. LJ Graham received a birthday surprise from his eighteen college girls class. Young's Analytical Concordance presented by Miss Franc Martin.
Sunday evening at the M P church the annual Children’s Day exercises drew a crowded house with many turned away. An affidavit by John Kennedy states McConnell Duff of Knox Township assaulted him. A hearing before Justice Dougherty resulted in the defendant being bound to the Court in $300.
This advertisement touts a universal salve claimed to cure cuts bruises sores ulcers and more with a money back guarantee. Priced at 25 cents per box and sold by C L Wall & Co with an offer ending Feb 5 1y for sale to the public.
Judge Phillips presided with several cases including EE Dye vs JH Josephs awarding the plaintiff 4.85 and costs. Findings and partitions ordered in multiple suits with sums ranging from 189.41 to 415.13, including lien and sale orders where applicable. Commissioners named include Hartley Spencer Rose Johnson and others. default judgments issued in several matters. terms set for appraisement and next term recognition.
An advertisement proclaims Dr. Frazier's Magic Ointment as the greatest blessing of the generation and a sure cure for boils burns sores cuts flesh wounds sore nipples corns chapped lips hands pimples and blotches. Price fifty cents. Frazier Medicine Co. proprietors.
Farmers shear sheep while Mrs JL Wirick writes. Miss Ella McKisson of Brady visits friends. Three of Wm Stewart's children suffer measles and mumps. Rain improves crops. Mrs T O Hughes of Mt Vernon returns to visit. Prospects: Macksburg Oil Co land lease to start in about two months. GT correspondent from this place errs slightly in last issue. Town remains quiet and unwarranted investigations are denied.
Stephen W. Reynolds of Coldwater Michigan admits carelessness caused a severe colic attack. He states the pain was intense but cured in two hours by Mishler's Herb Bitters. The remedy is advertised for colic cramps stomach pain dysentery diarrhoea indigestion kidney and liver disorders when used as directed.
Prof J Edenburn traveled to Quaker City for the teachers institute executive committee meeting. Mrs J C Stone of Milwaukee lectured to full houses at the C Pe church. Decoration Day plans were set with Rev FM Kumler as President and L J Cutter as Marshal, plus committees and orations by Roy Siegfried. The School Board named RC McCulloch as Principal and three teachers for the year, noting many old staff have moved on.
Piles cure claim promises relief for blindness bleeding and itching with one box curing long standing cases. Ointment supposedly absorbs tumors and soothes itching acting as poultice. Sold by druggists or mailed for $1 from Frazier Medicine Co Cleveland Ohio May 22.
The list shows delegates selected from Antrim to Winchester across many parishes including Cambridge, Cumberland, and Washington. Notable names include Ella Grimes, Lizzie McCulley, Jennie White, J H Nash, and Miss Mattie A Tethrick. The gathering promises a lively, diverse event with multiple congregations represented.
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