Squirrels, sales, and small town news in Cambridge
The Cambridge Herald from October 9 1884 notes abundant squirrels this fall and rapid sales at Kohn Bros with blankets and comforts offered at low prices. It lists local deaths including John Lucas and Conrad Troll, a post office opening at Dresden Junction, marriages and reunions, church and conference appointments, farming notes, and upcoming sales and entertainments in the Cambridge area.
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Kohnsgn
Love City
Morgan
Kohn Bros
John Lucas
Fairview
Conrad Troll
St. Clairsville
Trinway
Dresden Junction
Henry Greenwold
Barnesville
Kersey’s
Mill Street
Court House
Zanesville Reds
David Forsythe
Liberty Township
Myrtle Johnson
Adams Township
Susan Potts
Gibson’s Station
Personal notes from physicians and visitors in the county
J A Leech attends college in Columbus and numerous visitors and movers are listed. Margaret Ralston visits Alberton Iowa, C C Olmsted of Quaker City will clerk for a Bealaville firm, and many others travel or move. Dr E J Blair and family plan to move to Garner Iowa, praised for his practice and character.
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J. A. Leech
Columbus
Margaret Ralston
Alberton
Iowa
C.C. Olmsted
Quaker City
Bealaville
David Dougherty
Harrison County
W. H. Dunham
Cincinnati
McPherson
Sarah Kerr
Elizabeth
Elisha Daley
Greene County
Frank Doudna
Spencer's
Delaware
Ohio
Thos. B. Smith
Sugar Tree
Lawrence
Tennesee
W.T. Wilson
Westland Township
George Kays
S. B. Garber
Richland Township
Illinois
Geo. McClelland
Barnesville Enterprise
Francis Hammond
Washington,d
Cambridge
Joseph Sproat
Love City
American Board of Commissioners For Foreign Missions
E. J.blair
Garner
Blair
Biay
Diphtheria Claims Bernard Blanpied in Kansas
The Burton Kansas Mirror reports Bernard Blanpied youngest son of Mr and Mrs E Blanpied died of diphtheria after a nine day illness. The family and local friends here extend heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved parents.
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Burton
Kansas
Blanpied
Bernard Blanpied
E. Blanpied
Guernsey clergyman finds ancient mound tomb in Belmont
Rev J G Black, a Guernsey county native, explored a Mead township Belmont county mound and uncovered what appears to be the remains of a once human deceased. A dusty necklace of wolf teeth and copper earrings resembling large sleeve buttons were found, suggesting the mound may be the tomb of an ancient mound builder.
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J. G. Black
Guernsey County
Belmont County
Mead Township
Builier
Sabbath School Anniversary Report Details Staff and Growth
At the anniversary meeting of the M. E. Sabbath school the other Sunday evening 33 officers and teachers 286 scholars with an average attendance of 165. The school has 25 classes. Over the past year 501.22 dollars was raised for various purposes. The library holds 470 books and 3258 papers were distributed. In the infant department 2280 illuminated lessons were distributed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Sabbath School
Courier postmaster resigns to join Bell Telephone
C Jay French, superintendent of mails for Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee, has resigned to take a higher paying post with the Bell Telephone company. Alonso Burt, a former Cambridge boy, is chosen to fill the vacancy. The community congratulates him on attaining the role with responsibility and honor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Jay French
Ohio
Indiana
Kentucky
Tennesee
Bell Telephone Company
Alonzo Burt
Cambridge
French
Reverend Pittin ger to lead Episcopal service in town
On next Sunday the Rev Mr Pittinger of Zanesville will conduct services at the M E Church at 4 PM. He will administer Baptism and the Lord's Supper and be assisted by the Diocese Missionary. Afterward efforts will be made to organize a Protestant Episcopal Mission here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittinger
Zanesville
M. E
American Hotel Washington County Esteemed by Guests
A patron praises the American Hotel in Washington County calling it the best in the area. Landlord William Smith earns goodwill by treating all guests equally and offering a full, market fare. The reviewer urges travelers to stop there and not forget the place.
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Washington
Prince of Landlords
William Smith
Cambridge Township School Year 1884 Teacher Payments
The record shows amounts paid to teachers in Cambridge township for the year ending August 30, 1884 including sums such as 210.00 for White, consolidation district I, and various figures for other teachers with 53 scholars noted. In addition a letter to the Herald praises monument work by B Milone of Galligher Ohio for Levi Larrick’s grave, calling the work superior and recommending the craftsman.
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Cambridge Township
Eps
B. Milone
Galigher
Ohio
Levi Larrick
Noble County
C. Trorr
Dyson
Cambridge Fire Department Chooses New Officers
The Cambridge Fire Department met Tuesday evening and elected C. L. Wall as Chief, T. W. Scott as assistant Chief, Frank Rainey as Secretary, and W. V. Garvin as Treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge Fire Department
C. L. Wall
T. W. Scott
Frank Rainey
W. V. Garvin
Do Not Doubt Dr Bull's Gaugh Syrup Use
A cautionary note urges readers not to trust misplaced confidence about illness. The ad stresses following Dr. Bull's Gaugh Syrup instructions and cautions against assuming one has a cold without proper treatment.
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Dr. Bull
Washington Fair Pickups Highlight Eastern Ohio Event
Washington Fair closed with 350 more entries than last year and strong shows in art, flowers, stock, and machinery. Notables included Ada Rea paintings, X L Spencer sheep, Clark sisters cut flowers, Frame Bros farm implements, J L Fisher cattle, and multiple prize-winning horses. Bands from Washington and Birmingham provided music as crowds of 2,000 watched the Friday program culminating in fast-paced races.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada Rea
X. L. Spencer
Millwood Township
Lillie
Dora Clark
Z. A. Purdum
Frame Bros
J. L. Fisher
Odell
Hugh Wells
Center Township
Cora Garey
Ohio
Washington
Louisa Yaus
J. C. Wyrick
Middlebourne
A W
McCoy
Smyrna
Dora Thompson
Patterson
Frank Haney
S. Mahaffey
Maine
Guernsey County
W. B. Taylor
Miller MecCollum
Jonathan Rose
Charles Monroe
Adams Township
Jacob Wyscarver
Noble County
A. J. Clark
New Birmingham
S. A. Sproat
Clarionet
A. JL. Spence
C. A. Frame
J. P. Price
J. P. Meredith
D. W. Braninger
Os. Moore
John Hayes
R. S. Braninger
I. Edenburn
D. F
Braninger
James Shaw
Frank Severns
Harry Severns
Gold Dust
Day's Horse and Cattle Powder Improves Pigs
A reader notes pigs look elegant and claims Day's Horse and Cattle Powder did it, selling at 25 cents per one pound package. The brief implies a promotional claim tied to animal health and weight, citing a product name and price.
Washington Grasshoppers and Fair Business Report
Washington notes a near total grasshopper loss, hotels thriving during the fair, and a strong turnout of visitors. The apple crop worsened, stalls showcased top horses from eastern Ohio, and musical performances enlivened events with good receipts reported. A society wedding of S B Lawrence to Ella McKisson drew notice, while local betting and drunks were mentioned amid steady fair attendance. Dr Jones Red Clover Tonic advertised as a spring to summer tonic and tonic aid.
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Washington
SS Linn
Cambridge
Cambridge Democrat
Ohio
Lawrence Ing
Floral Hall
Birmingham
Peasey and Hayes
S B Lawrence
Ella McKisson
Rey Donaldson
Gers
Dr. Jones
Mos
J. R. Downar
Local Marriages Reported in Cambridge and Surroundings
Swick and Emma Peyton wed October 1 by Rev Milligan in Cambridge. E R McCollum and Odessa Sibley married October 2 by Rev Milligan in Cambridge. L W Smith of Eyesville and Flora Radenbach of Owell Ohio wed September 10 1884 by Rev Ream. Congratulations from The Herald.
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E. R. McCollum
Odessa Sibley
Sixth Street
Herald
Swick—Peyton
W. v. Milligan
J. M. Swick
Emma Peyton
Camridge
Herard
McCollum—Siprey
W. Vy. Milligan
E.R. McCollum
Cambridge
Smita—Ravenpion
T. J. Ream
L. W. Smith
Eyesville
Flora Radenbach
Owell
Washington County
Ohio
Senecaville News Highlights Local Happenings
Elmer Bryan works in the Bellaire Tribune office as farmers report wheat in. Milton Gallup and family visit John Morrison's. Senecaville shows at Washington and Marahsville fairs. Ilwood Garret dies of consumption and is buried. Crowds travel to Cambridge to hear Blaine. George Thompson and wife visit Eleazer Thompson and wife. Eleazer Thompson and wife host relatives from river trip. Stephens Voorhees rents Annie Dilley property and moves in. Morgan Hook, after 30 years away, returns to renew ties. George Hannum returns from Newark to live with Halley Thompson. Mrs Noah Hill suffers a stroke and remains ill. Mr Christopher and wife from Nebraska stay with Daniel Riggs and wife. Mrs Christopher is daughter of Simeon Riggs. Two birthday parties held for John Strong and Johny Morrison families. Local residents recall polemics with John Wesley quote. Dr Biglow's Positive Care advertised for coughs and lung ailments with testimonials and pricing.
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Elmer Bryan
Tribune
Bellaire
Borhood
Milton Gallup
John Morrison
Senecaville
Washington
Marahsville
Ilwood Garret
Cambridge
Blaine
George Thompson
Granville
Eleazer Thompson
M Hutchison
W Hutchison
Stephens Voorhees
Annie Dilley
Morgan Hook
George Hannum
Newark
Halley Thompson
Noah Hill
Christopher
Nebraska
Daniel Riggs
Simeon Riggs
John Strong
Johny Morrison
Blue Belt and Harmony Vicinity News Sketch
Steven Hickle and family visited friends in this vicinity Saturday and Sunday. A number of persons attended the Blaine rally last Saturday. School opens Monday at North Star with John Fisher as teacher. Mr and Mrs Gardiner and daughter Belle and Mr Mathews of Cambridge visited Harmony Sunday. T W McKinley returned from about a week in Iowa. he was joined by cousin J Ri McKinley who went to buy stock and left for Iowa Monday.
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James Daugherty
Freeport Township
Harrison County
M. L. Jennings
Cambridge
Rev. Wells
Stokely Fisher
A. Fisher
Coshocton
W. T. Wilson
Claysville
Pease-Hayes
Byesville
Caldwell
Foster
Uhrichsville
Peck
Bad Boy
Steven Hickle
North Star
John Fisher
Gardiner
Belle
Mathews
Harmony
T W McKinley
Iowa
Tie
J Ri McKinley
Electric Bitters Promised Quick Health Boost
If you suffer from low spirits, loss of appetite, debility, disordered blood or bilious complaints, try Electric Bitters. Expect renewed strength, reduced pain, and better vitality. Sold at fifty cents a bottle by J. R. Downar.
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Ter
Harter
J. R. Downar
Ayer's Sarsaparilla praised for healing silent illness
A mother writes that her daughter followed directions for medicine and now her health and spirits are improved. The letter emphasizes that the drug removed anxiety and restored vitality, urging other anxious mothers to recognize the blessing of Ayer's Sarsaparilla.
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Ayer
New Concord Notes and Zanesville Blaine Meeting
New Concord residents Speaker Spencer preached for Roy Criswell of Lebanon last Sabbath. About 369 from Concord attended the Blaine meeting at Zanesville last Saturday. Hammond plans to erect a Maple Avenue dwelling and hopes to move in before cold weather. Those who missed Zanesville speaking watched the train pass. Concord and Bloomfield bands joined the excursion to Zanesville on Saturday. McCulley and Boyd, Cambridge school teachers, visited local literary societies last Friday. Prof Paden was elected President and W I Wishart Secretary of the lecture association last Thursday. E M and James Giffen learned their father had died the day before. Mrs Farris, ill for weeks, died last Wednesday. funeral held Friday at 3 p.m. Blaine depot to
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Pres
Spencer
Roy Criswell
Lebanon
Concord
Blaine
Zanesville
Hammond
Maple Avenue
Bloomfield
Messrs McCulley and Boyd
Cambridge
Ayer's Ague Cure Promises Quick Fever Chill Relief
Sufferers from the effects of chills find Ayer's Ague Cure a powerful tonic made from vegetable substances. It is described as prompt and effective, breaking the chill and expelling the poison without harmful or unpleasant effects on the patient.
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Ayer
Oldham's Station local notes and farming mentions
Oldham's Station reports farmers gathering winter apples and wheat thriving after rain. Social notes mention Blaine meeting attendance, Buffalo Bill visit reluctance, a young lady potentially changing her name, and visits between families including Mrs Slater of Ashland and Mrs Archibald Cameron. Several brief items touch on illness, land moves, and local travel.
Ker's Hair Balsam Promises Hair Growth and Color Restore
An ad notes that hair loss follows hardship and aging. It touts Ker's Hair Balsam as stopping hair loss, promoting new growth, and restoring color. The product is described as clean, highly perfumed, not a dye, and sold at the low price of 50e with a 25 4t reform.
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Ker
STOP THAT COUGH DR FRAZIER THROAT AND LUNG BALSAM
An old Cleveland advertisement touts Dr Frazier s Throat and Lung balsam as the only sure cure for coughs colds hoarseness and sore throat urging families to buy the large family bottle for 50 cents with claims of lifesaving power and widespread gratitude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Frazier
Frazier Medicine Co
Cleveland
Ohio
Fragmented OCR Bank Report Fragment
The text presents partial bank ledger items such as loans and discounts overdrafts bonds to secure other securities real estate and fixtures current expenses and taxes paid premiums paid checks and other cash items bills of exchange and legal tender notes redemption fund percent of circulation. The fragmentary OCR suggests a 19th or early 20th century financial document listing asset categories and reserve items.
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UCI
U. S
Balance Sheet Excerpts From National Bank
The entry shows total capital stock of 100000 with a 3000 surplus fund and undivided profits of 87597. National bank notes outstanding amount to 24900. Individual deposits subject to check total 69219.58 and demand certificates of deposit reach 21085.51. Due to other National Banks stands at 1145.3.
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Buffalo Bill
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