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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1886
Page
2
The Guernsey county political campaign outcome remains unsettled with results still boiling over. The Herald previously warned that final results would be hard to predict and remains cautious about the endgame.
A group of young men in Belmont County Lloydsville have organized a Non-Seating Club. They rented a room to spend the long winter evenings reading and socializing.
Operators in western Pennsylvania report a scarcity of iainers as low wages drive workers away or into other occupations, creating labor shortages across the region.
An application has been made to the Supreme Court to hear the Dow law cases on the third day of December. If procrastination continues, the calendar may retain them.
Political journals scout for the most available man for next year’s state race amid a crowded field now, with many leaders seen as options thoughい uncertain dozens may emerge before campaigns open.
Reports conflict over Bob Ingersol defending the Chicago Anarchists. One day said he will, the next denies it, and now claims of certainty surface that he will defend them.
Southern groups move to honor war dead as a large granite monument was placed at Gettysburg last week with imposing ceremonies marking the memory of soldiers.
Heavy storms plagued the country over several days, stretching from the Rockies to the Atlantic and from the lakes to the Gulf. Northwest rail lines were often snowbound, while Texas and other southern regions saw vegetation frost bitten in an unusually cold spell.
In Washington two major pensions were granted. John T. Moncrief, an insane veteran, receives a first payment of 12 624.39 dollars, claimed to be the largest pension yet issued. Josiah Brinard gets a first payment of 11 917.96 dollars.
The New York World notes ten Presidents or ex presidents have died since 1861, listing Van Buren and Tyler in 1862, Lincoln in 1865, Buchanan in 1868, Pierce in 1869, Fillmore in 1874, Johnson in 1875, Garfield in 1881, Grant in 1885 and Arthur in 1886. Hayes remained living, and two vice presidents Yamlin and Wheeler are noted.
A $10,000 Baptist church rises on the Jefferson Davis birthplace site amid criticism from northern journals. Davis donated the land and attended the Sunday dedication with a large congregation.
The death of ex President Arthur removes a foremost figure of executive ability. Though not prominent in national affairs until his presidency, his private life showed strong traits worthy of emulation. The nation mourns the loss of such a citizen.
The New York Tribune recalls General Arthur on his last day describing him as unusually bright and buoyant. He moved about his room, enjoyed meals, and spoke fondly with his two sisters of childhood memories, expressing cheer about tomorrow before retiring.
Civil cases include Samantha Miller versus John Wesley Browning for bastardy settled with costs paid and Margaret A Cunningham versus A R Davidson verdict guilty. State cases cover Joseph Coleman and James Mooney guilty of malicious destruction of property. George and Joseph Johnson guilty on mortgage removal counts. Samuel Sayre pleads guilty to adultery. Lydia Cale fornication Nolle prosequi. James Martin trial verdict guilty after jury disagreement.
Prof. John McBurney of the Guernsey county Board of Examiners visited the Belmont examination room on Saturday. He is described as a quiet, unostentatious gentleman deeply interested in his work as examiner, professor and editor, with influence across Eastern Ohio.
Winchester and Antrim report brisk sheep trade driven by wool price gains. C C Inglish directs lessons at Yankee Point, Londonderry Township. Marion Barnet returns to Nebraska after visiting, and Thomas F Jenkins buys another Clydesdale horse from Leslie Adams. Antrim cornet band improves under Prof Banks. Neighbors assist James Campbell with corn harvest though he suffers rheumatism. Clover hullets noted at Denning Morris and Thompson Bros. Granville proves up a preemption in Kaw, returns to railroad work at Tippecanoe. Ross C Anderson leaves for Los Angeles to join his brother S M, leaving friends and band-mates. Drama Saved at Last praised in Birmingham with holiday reprise planned.
The L. S. and M. S. depot has moved to a point above the Lake Shore round house, making the Wheeling and Lake Erie depot the city’s most central. Passengers from Norwalk to Toledo gain easy access via the Metropolis Street Car Line. The Wheeling Depot sits on Cherry street near Champlain and Woodruff, opposite Haymarket Square, five minutes from the court house and post office, eight minutes from the produce exchange.
The Rutledge Publishing Company of Easton Pennsylvania announces a December reward of $20 for identifying the longest verse in the New Testament not in the revised edition. Entries must include 20 cents in silver or postal notes and be received by December 10, with the winner announced in January's Monthly.
The Cambridge depot is said to attract a hard crowd of loafers and rude boys who take over the waiting room, inconveniencing travellers. Those waiting for trains prefer to promenade the cold platform rather than endure the inside scene.
Mr. D. J. Wilcoxson of Horse Cage Kentucky long afflicted with Phthisi and Diabetes describes unbearable pains and near convulsions. After using Electric Bitters he gained eighteen pounds and felt he would have died without the relief. Sold at fifty cents a bottle by C L Wall & Co.
The Macksburg Margin records a humorous wedding send-off for a groom named William in a rural oil country. The note hopes for his safe return and wishes him health wealth long life and abundant domestic bliss and felicity.
Bucklen Arnica Salve advertised as best for cuts bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions with a money back guarantee. Sold by C L Wall & Co at 25 cents per box with payment upon satisfaction. Feb 18ly listing shows available sale details.
The article advises extra care for poultry to boost value this winter. It recommends a warm breakfast and warm quarters, plus green feed by day and corn at night to form the birds' daily bill of fare.
Washington letter writer blasts Congress for wasteful printing and distribution of public documents. He cites excess copies, waste paper, and documents kept within the District, urging retrenchment and reform before attacking other departments.
Warns against counterfeit cures for consumption coughs and colds and urges purchasing Dr King’s New Discovery at C L Wall & Co drug store. Seeks to reassure relief for throat lung and chest affections with a free trial offer.
Sunday lesson from 1886 discusses John's Patmos vision in Revelation one. Christ as Alpha and Omega appears amid seven golden candlesticks with a priestly robe and golden girdle. He holds seven stars, speaks with a two edged sword, and his countenance shines like the sun. John falls before Him and is reassured. Lesson themes include Christ's return, believers made kings and priests, Christ's presence with churches, and salvation.
G N Frizzeun of Farmville Texas reports August 1 1865 eruption on arms and legs causing pain and systemic illness. After many physicians failed two thirds of left leg became a bleeding running sore. Three large bottles of Swift's Specific cured all but a small area near the stirrup leather rubs. Patent notice from Swift Specific Co. Atlanta GA.
Dr J Simonand of New Orleans la says Scott s Emulsion of Pure Cod Liver Oil with hypophosphites is the finest preparation for lung troubles and wasting diseases. He notes its elegant and agreeable form and calls it a reliable agent in affections of the lungs.
Peter Ressenger of Switzerland township Monroe county holds a sheep skin deed for his farm dated 1832 and signed by Andrew Jackson. The document ties Ressenger to early 19th century land transfer and a notable presidential signer.
An old advertising claim extols Salvation Oil for rheumatic symptoms prevented by prompt use, and declares Dr Bull's Cough Syrup superior to competitors. The pitch promotes a 25 cent remedy for pain relief and health protection.
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