Wallace Nominated by Democrats for Congress
The Democrats nominate J. H. Wallace of New Lisbon for Congress. Congress has adjourned after a session noted for absenteeism. Rumors say Vice President Morton banned drinks in Washington hotels, and Speaker’s desk reportedly splintered after adjournment. Governor Campbell calls an extra Legislature session for October 11 to address Cincinnati Public Improvements and related governance issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Wallace
New Lisbon
Congress
Morton
Washington
Campbell
Cincinnati Board of Public Improvements
Democrats eye shoe magnate W L Douglass for Congress
The Democrats discuss running W L Douglass the prominent shoe maker whose advertising is widely seen for a Massachusetts congressional race. If he can craft laws as well as he makes money he would be a valuable addition to Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Douglass
Congress
Massachusetts
California’s cucumber at Los Angeles Fair shocks visitors
California showcased many wonders at the fair with a seven foot cucumber described as a coiled green serpent among curiosities. The piece notes the state’s rich soil and ongoing development and praises California’s prominence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
New York’s electoral power remains vital to presidential odds
The piece argues New York will continue to loom large in politics shaping campaigns and electoral clout. It notes that while New York alone cannot win, its influence and sentiment often radiate to affect outcomes and strategies in national contests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Stormy Congress Ends in Cheerful Return to Class Meeting
The just-concluded session of Congress is described as acrimonious yet ending in harmony, with differences buried as lawmakers depart. Observers note that public feuds often mask deeper divisions, while seasoned politicians aim for reconciliation and civility as they close the chapter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Gaps in Redistricting Stir Debate on Voter Motivation
The author argues redistricting favors parties but suggests closer political divides could boost turnout. If districts matched voters closer to home, residents would feel more stake, increasing both state and national participation at elections.
Bishop Foster Urges Purity of Calling at Bucyrus Conference
Bishop Foster told young ministers at Bucyrus Conference that ministry is not a great financial sacrifice. He said four fifths of Methodist ministers are financially better off in the ministry and urged renouncing worldly ambition to build the Master's kingdom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foster
Bucyrus
Acanes
Baseball season standings across leagues and pennant race
The National League standings crown Brooklyn first with Chicago second and Philadelphia third followed by Cincinnati Boston New York Cleveland and Pittsburg. The Player's League lists Boston first with Brooklyn New York Chicago Philadelphia Pittsburg Cleveland and Buffalo. American Association ends October 1 with Louisville favored to win. the season overall is financially disappointing due to a three-league rivalry and steps to remove barriers to protect the sport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National League
Player’s League
Brooklyn
Chicago
Philadelphia
Cincinnati
Boston
New York
Cleveland
Pittsburg
Soston
Buffalo
American Association
Louisville
Reed and Blaine Rivalry in National Politics
The article notes Speaker Reed’s rising prominence but questions his ultimate reach in statesmanship. It likens Reed to McKinley as closely allied figures, while President Harrison appears unsettled by the evolving dynamics. It also reports Blaine Reed and McKinley have declined to speak in Indiana for the Republican campaign this fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reed
Mr. Blaine
Blaine
McKinley
Warrison
Quaker City News and Personal Notes Summary
Quaker City locals share visits from Dr. B F Coen of Antrim and O W Wells of Fairview. Dr Geo W Jones nears completion on Main street. Grace Lindsey teaches music at Salesville and Bailey's Mills. New ME minister Rev G W Wilson arrives. Schools open under Supt A B Hall and teachers. Water well drills hit 64 feet for clean drinking water. I B Doudna marries, plans Cornell Law study. J J Brown supplies gas. street lighting expands. Washington Fair features W H Hartley & Sons, G T Carroll, R Boyd & Bro, James Barlow with French horses. satisfaction reported. Repair work on depot walk to be finished soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Coen
Antrim
O. W. Wells, Esq
Fairview
John Doudell
Grand Hotel
Zanesville
Geo. W Jones
Main Street
Grace Lindsey
Salesville
Bailey's Mills
Wm. Barton
Cambridge
Harry Lydick
Kansas
Uniontown
Jack
Boston
Mass
G.W. Wilson
Webster
A. B. Hall
M. J. Rose
Benadum
Wyers
Kaho
I. B. Doudna
Ithica
N. Y
Frank
Cornell University
J. J. Brown
Quaker City
Washington Fair
W.H. Hartley & Sons
G. T. Carroll
R. Boyd & Bro
James Barlow
Cambridge Weekend Notices Highlight Local Visits and Incidents
Marion Nelson C. AC. Kelly and C. FB Camp plus wives spent time in Cambridge on various business. Miss Minnie Hawes and Miss Lillie Craig visited relatives and friends. The Burris couple attended a funeral for William McBride as John Foster and wife begin housekeeping. Wool sales at Cambridge brought 30 cent bids. A wagon accident injured William Dennis during wool transport as a horse kicked and overturned the wagon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Nelson
Cambridge
C. AC. Kelly
C. FB. Camp
Minnie M. Hawes
Blue Bell
Lillie Craig
Summerfield
Noble County
J. S. Burris
Burris
William McBride
John Foster
William Levis Place
Harry Hawes
Stone Bros
Lizzie Rankin
D. W. Proudtit
G. H. Barnes
Dr. Aplin
Philadelphia
Eva Monroe
Washington
Birmingham
William Dennis
Dennis
Worth Salem notices and local life items
Chestnuts priced at 30 per gallon and 250 per bushel while eggs butter flour and taters are listed for household use. Local visiting relatives, ill neighbors, school progress under Prof Berry and Miss Lanning, bridge work by Ki E McKim, threshing trips, religious preaching, student absenteeism and funerals noted along with veterans seeking pension evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennie Patton
Washington County
Elizabeth
George Bell, Jr
John Stiles
Alex Patterson
George W. Berry
Lizzie Lanning
Ki. E. McKim
Winchester
Hattie Snyder
Samuel Stephens
Henry Richard
New Cemetery
Kimbolton
Chalfant
Edward Jones
Lucas County
Ohio
J. L. Jones
Mr. Jones
Co. H, 40Th O. V.1
Local Notes Include Visits and House Projects Townwide
Antrim brief items note George Dayan sick list, Cadiz Thos Fuller in town, Tom Jenkins from Winchester visiting, George Albaugh plastering Wm Lower’s house, J Y Campbell adding a portico, W K Booth of Midway visiting Inglish, Vance family visiting Winchester, many attended Washington Fair, Stockdale couple from Cambridge visited, M E church festival, S B Lynn injured, Miss Cloma Campbell’s return from West Virginia and Pennsylvania, Thomas Boyd and John Stockdale moving, Elva Shipley elopement earlier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wim. Stockdale
Cambridge
M. E. Church
Lynn
Cloma Campbell
West Virginia
Pennsylvania
Thomas Boyd
John Stockdale
Mr. Boyd
Elva Shipley
O . M. Shipley
St Clair
Winchester News Briefs Tending Toward Change and Repairs
Winchester notices note Miss Maggie Hope's illness and planned move of Benoni Swain to Cambridge. Commissioner Thompson visited to oversee the north side bridge in Rev Rutledge's absence while Rev McCracken preached. W C Vance plans relocation to Cambridge to pursue butcher work. Sable charger Adam Forepaugh Jr. won farmers trot money at Guernsey fair with Captain Dan as mate. Call for better sidewalks and weatherboard repairs to prevent hazards and avert dilapidation of Winchester streets and homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maggie Hope
Benoni Swain
Cambridge
Commissioner Thompson
W. A. Rutledge
M. E. Church
Charles McCracken
W. C. Vance
W. G. Taylor
Adam Forepaugh, Jr
Guernsey County Fair
Dan
Winchester
Kimbolton Local Notes and Movements
Kimbolton items report Dr T J Miller visiting Cambridge Monday. Mrs Eva Davis in Zanesville last week. Mrs Wm Frame ill Sabbath night. B D Bumgardner moved shop to Mrs Robison’s room. M B Hill and wife toured Port Washington last week. Parsonage movement underway. Mr Woodworth funds lumber and timber. Mrs Dr Lemon visiting near Birmingham with sister Mrs Jane Neel. George Sullivan built a new shop this fall. a new coal bin added at the schoolhouse. McCartney vs Woodworth suit settled by compromise with each paying own costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Frame
B. D. Bumgardner
Robison
M. B. Hill
Port Washington
Kimbolton
Woodworth
Dr. Lemon
Birmingham
Jane Neel
George Sullivan
McCartney
Court schedule for Common Pleas October sessions
The assignment of cases lists October sessions for the Common Pleas Court. Notable dockets include Barkett versus Barkett on Oct 14, Duffey versus Keepers on Oct 15, Secrest versus Secrest on Oct 16, Buchanan et al versus Craft on Oct 17, Marshall versus Bonnell et al on Oct 20, Ginn versus Cottonbrook and Jackson versus Cumberland on Oct 21, Smith versus Smith on Oct 22, Rowland et al versus Rose et al and The Kimbolton Oil and Gas Company versus Mercer on Oct 23, and Kimbolton Oil and Gas versus Mettonmphey and Gardiner versus Stoner on Oct 24.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Pleas Court
Mary F. Barkett
John Barkett
Orville Duffey
Joseph Keepers
S. A. Gibson
J.bluecock
Martin Gildow
Sarah L. Dondun
Melville A. Secrest
Etta V. Secrest
John P. Buchanan
William Craft
Jane Marshall
Chas L. Bonnell
Sarah J. Ginn
Mary Cottonbrook
Maggie Jackson
Frank Cumberland
Herman Smith
Anna Smith
John T. Rowland
John C. Rose
Kimbolton Oil and Gas Company
F. S. Mercer
The
W. C. Mettonmphey
Martha Gardiner
Amy Stoner
Health and longevity views in The North American Review
Dr Searles argues that strict health routines may harm natural laws and that change in vital action is the true disease remedy. He cites court testimony on temperance, postmortems of a habitual drinker, heredity as a key life factor, and credits variable climate for American vitality and progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steubenville Gazette
W.S. Searles
North American Review
Philadelphia Record
Jefferson County
Searles
Middle and
Eastern
America
Henry Ward Beecher
Greece
Rome
Salvation Oil Earns Noted Public Praise For Relief
Readers acclaim Salvation Oil for pain relief as the product promises relief at 25 cents. The era’s discourse weighs Darwinian questions while Dr. Bull's Cough Syrup remains a trusted remedy as popular as ever.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation Oil
Dr. Bull
Union double-track bridge near completion links Martins Ferry and Wheeling
A Martins Ferry dispatch notes the Union Bridge and Terminal Railway Co. project nearing finish with the footwalk opened. The 250 foot channel span is the third largest continuous railroad span, using 4 200 tons of steel across five monster piers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin's Ferry
Martin’s Ferry
Wheeling
America
Union Bridge and Terminal Railway Company
Wheeling and
New York
George Bissell
Roh. Cockrass
Toledo
Paige, Carey & Co
Berea
Edgemore Bridge Company
Baird Brothers
Pittsburg
R. B. Fenis
Great Bridge
Cleveland & Pittsburg
Wheeling and Lake Erie
Cleveland
Lorain
Ohio
Save health and strength with Ayers Sarsaparilla
A promotional plea urges readers to take Ayer’s Sarsaparilla to preserve health and vigor before disease takes hold, urging prompt use by both young and old.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Napoleon
Waterloo
Ayer
Ohio tobacco market quiet as stockpiles rise in 1890
Bantimon and Mo report Ohio tobacco sales for September near 200 birds with mostly lower grades selling. better grades remain unsold as western markets meet home manufacturers needs. prices hold while new crop prospects limit gains. Shipments to France absorb part of demand. next year’s crop outlook remains ample with large carryover and calls to avoid overpaying. Scraps unsalable. abandoned stock possible if charges exceed value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Ohio Tobacco
Maryland
Hall's Catarrh Cure Offered As Cure All
An advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh in all stages as a constitutional remedy. It states the cure is taken internally and builds up the constitution, offering $100 for any case it fails to cure and inviting testimonials from Toledo, Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
October Forecast Aligns With Cold Fronts and Storms
Rey 1. R. Hick predicts a cool bright start to October with frosts at night as September ends. A rapid warm spell followed by storms may reach the east, then a north west blast. By mid month expect sharp freezes, then warming with storms, culminating in a cold wave and strong storm signals. The period around October 20 to 22 warns of intensified storminess near the northern lakes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Hick
Weet
Canten Nnet
Astoria
Vutean
Mercury
Venus
Pier Weathey
Electric Bitters Promises Notable Health Gains in Indiana Town
In Iduyilie Indiana Electric Bitters is praised by locals including Postmaster William Timmons farmer John Laslie and hardware merchant J W Gardner. They claim relief from kidney and liver trouble revived vigor and appetite and a new lease on life. Available at Hawthorne's drop store for 500 a bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Timmons
Iduyilie
Ind
John Laslie
J. W Gardner
DM. Hawthorne’s
Advertise well motto drives business and wealth
The Yunkers Gazette urges merchants to advertise, arguing bold spending brings success while caution can ruin. It claims those who spend freely win in the end and warns against complaint and neglect as lanes turn toward bankruptcy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yunkers Gazette
Lead Poison Cured Says Ohio Painter
C Park Lax of Waynesville Ohio, a painter, claims a severe lead poisoning from rubber paint was cured by the medicine S S S. He asserts the poison exited through the skin and that after starting S S S his clothes were stained by the purge yet he remained symptom free since.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S.S.S
C. Park Lax
Waynesville
Ohio
Local child cured after chronic scrofula with tonics cited
A Mississippi reader reports her daughter Jessie was treated for six years by top physicians in New York Philadelphia Hot Springs and more without result. Swift's Specific is claimed to have cured her. Free treatise on blood and skin diseases mailed upon request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jessie
New York
Philadelphia
al O Hot Springs
Ark
Savail
Swift
S.S.S.S
Wacnek Water Valley
Miss
Remarkable Rescue From Consumption with New Discovery
Mrs Michael Curtain of Plainfield says a month of treatment by her physician failed against a lung condition. A druggist recommended Dr Kings New Discovery. After ten bottles she recovered, now performs housework. Free trial bottles available at D M Hawthornes drug store, large bottles 50c and 1.00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Curtain
Plainfield, Jr
King
D. M. Hawthorne
Ayer's Pills Praised by Druggists and Physicians
Ayer's Pills are recommended by druggists for a safe laxative effect and perfect satisfaction. They are said to relieve indigestion torpid liver and sick headache with leading physicians endorsing them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayer
Harvest Excursion Tickets Offer West and South Round Trip
Excursion tickets go on sale for round trips via the Pennsylvania Lines West of Pittsburgh on September 9 and October 1, with low rates to Chicago. From Newcomerstown the round trip is 7.05 dollars via the Pennsylvania Lines, with sale on October 9 and return by October 9.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Milwaukee
Curronce, Milwaukner & St. Paul
Iowa
Minnesota
North Dakota
South Dakota
Great Sioux
Montana
Colorado
Kansas
Nebraska
United States
Canada
A. W. H. Carpenter
Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh
Ziel
Bor
Newcomerstown
Poc & St. L. R
Home Seekers Excursion Tickets Offered West and Southwest
To all points in the West Northwest and Southwest on October w1th the Cleveland and Marietta Railway will sell Home Seekers Excursion Tickets at very low rates. For reliable information and further particulars contact T. C. Clark, agent C&M Ry Cambridge Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valley OF Virginia
Baltimore & Ohio
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company
Western Lines
Frank I. Copper
TBP
Tifin
Ohio
Frank Wilson
Columbus
W. EB. Reppert
Cleveland & Marietta Railway
T. C. Clark
C&m. R’y
Cambridge
Golden Specific claimed as universal cure for drinkers
An advertisement promotes a “Golden Specific” that can be put in tea or coffee without the drinker’s knowledge to cure alcohol dependency. It claims thousands cured, no harm, and guarantees recovery with a request to send for circulars. Address given as Golden Specific Co. at 185 Race St, Cincinnati Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arkdress
Golden Spectric CO
Race St
Cincinnati
O.tt
Cambridge Ohio First Deputy Marshal Salary Ordinance
An ordinance regulates the First Deputy Marshal of Cambridge Ohio with a thirty dollar monthly salary and a duty to patrol from 7 PM to 5 AM. The measure takes effect after passage and publication, signed by Mayor James R. Barr and Clerk John S. Black on October 7, 1800.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge
Ohio
John S. Black
Hudson divorce action filed in Ohio court
Benjamin F. Hudson seeks a divorce from Lydia A. Hudson on extreme cruelty and willful absence in Guernsey county Ohio case number 4750. Hearing set for November 25 with depositions to be taken at the Jackson West Virginia circuit court clerk’s office on November 1 between 8 PM and 6 PM, continued until completed. Attorney J. Parguson represents Benjamin F. Hudson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lydia A. Hudson
Jackson
C. M
Jackson County
West Virginia
Benjamin FB. Hudson
Court of Common Pleas
Guernsey County
Ohio
Benjamin F. Hudson
Circuit Court
T. West Virginia
ISO
Benjamin F Hudson
J. . Parguson
Y. Oecu
Foreclosure Suit Against Mary F Yocum in Ohio Court
Hannah Mitchell files in Common Pleas Court of Guernsey County Ohio case 475 seeking foreclosure of a mortgage on Lot 41 Middletown Guernsey County. Mortgage by Mary E Yocum to Hannah Mitchell for 315 dollars plus taxes 36 dollars with interest since May 15 1873. Respondent Mary F Yocum must answer by November 3 1890 or default may be entered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary F. Yocum
Fort Smith
Sebastia County
Arkansas
Hannah Mitchell
Common Pleas Court
Guernsey County
Ohio
Marvy E Yocum
Middletown
Mary EF
Wells
Liberty Township
Cambridge
A.D
W. IL C. Hanna
Anderson & Locke
Atly’s
Annexation petition seeks Cambr idge Ohio territory to be added
Notice states on September 5 and August 1 1896 a village council adopted an ordinance. Commissioners of Guernsey County will hear the petition for annexation of extensive described territory to Cambridge Ohio on December 1 at 10 am. The petition is on file with the Guernsey County Auditor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge
Ohio
Guernsey County
Coshoeton Road
Steubenville Street
Wil's Creek
Said Creek
Cleveland & Marietta Railway
Cleveland & Marietta
North Fifth Street
B. Clark
Newcomerstown Road
Steubenville Road
Pineteen
G. D. Gallup
Leatherwood Creek
Said
Central Ohio Division
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
Guernsey
Camridernsey
Ersney
W. Mathews
The Right Road to Take for Bargains in Winter Goods
A promotional notice urges shoppers to choose a low profit, customer pleasing dry goods store over high priced rivals. It warns against stores advertising lower prices and touts Rock Bottom as the ultimate bargain destination. Early and late hours are encouraged to secure winter bargains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. N. Hf
McIlyar
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Cambridge Herald
Mahaffey & Ogier
J.P. Mahaffey
T. W. Ogier
Main St
East Court Square
Claysville
T J. Miller
Eva Davis
I Grieske & Nicovan
Bantimon& Mo
Iravel
Atlanta, Ga
R. J. Williams
Anna Laura Steele
J. A. McCleary
Anna M. Campbell
M.S. Walford
Belle Ingram
H. Johnson
Mary Mitchell
Fven Walters
Kate Albright
Alonzo C. St. Clair
Elyan
Shipley
A. B. Davidson
Lena Grimsley
L. Downard
Laura B. Allender
Bucklen
Homeseekers
Pennsylvania Lines
B.&o
B &O.R KR
B.& Olr BR
Sheriff’s Sale
Court of Common
John McBride
Edward P. Hill
Mational Baptist
Vuiladelphia
E. J. Forsythe
Taylor Block
Cambridge, O
A.K. Sol
Sol
Ine
W. H. H. McIlyar
McIlyar & Ray
M.S. Wolff
Bes
Cne
Genuine Glope Mills
Kersey
Berlin
M.S. Wolff & CO
L. Hirsehbers
Tile Post Office
Wheeling Ave
7Th Street
Wolfs Store
North 6Th Street
Coge
Madison
Cayre & Cos
Ettas
Henri
Serges
Rhadames, Armures
Velvets
Berwick Block
Cambridge, Ohio
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