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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1887
Page
2
The text suggests autumn marks a prolific period for personal crises and fever, with a claim that this holds true from a political perspective. It presents a general, non-specific assessment without concrete events or named entities.
A notice reminds readers that the Democratic County Convention will be held in Washington on Monday September 12, described as the Mecca of Democratic principle. The item urges recognition of the event and its significance.
The Columbus Dispatch ranks the Nile at 3,895 miles as the longest river followed by the Yenisei in Siberia at 3,688 miles the Amazon at 3,596 miles Nigar in Africa at 2,990 miles and the Missouri at 2,908 miles.
A large turnout is expected at the Republican County Convention in Hammond's Opera House next Monday with Herald representatives among the attendees.
A Herald hint suggests Col. T. H. M. Anderson or Hon. W. M. Farrar may win the plum in the contested Representative candidacy.
A cryptic reflection ponders whether a ring caused a fall and a looming November is noted as the blue vault of heaven looks on a pale countenance. The passage ends with a directive to let the thought fade from view.
The text suggests Locke or Mackey could pursue the Prohibition committee seat. Either candidate would fill the role acceptably and well if offered.
A terse note speaks of no drowning yet as political tides surge like a storm. It warns of an ominous murmuring and urges preparation as safeties on the cliff weep in anticipation.
The operator warns he can cut gas if trouble arises during a possible night session, signaling potential dark power to influence proceedings.
John Moffet of Liberty township is presented as a Democratic candidate for coroner. He is described as a good soldier in the late war and a true Democrat.
A stay of proceedings is granted in the Jacob Sharp case. The old man may prevail as the man of yore, as Sing Sing guards await further developments while the matter remains unsettled.
The report notes business is better than a week ago with irregularities expected to fade soon. Trade centers show a marked rise in activity and encouragement is felt across most areas.
The son of the Duchess de Galliera owns the finest stamp collection in the world, filling 300 volumes and costing over $350,000. The stamp craze has spurred this remarkable project and public interest.
Announcement lists Robert Hammond as a candidate for Probate Judge. It praises his wartime sacrifice and notes his Republican affiliation and broad supporter base eager to see him on the ticket.
Political mood in the county centers on Republican candidates with no clear result in sight. The legislative race is the main focus as party workers push hard a week before the convention, leaving little else discussed.
Secretary at the International Sunday School Convention in Chicago reports 8,034,478 scholars in the United States. If 5 percent were added, the total would be 8,436,201. Since 1884 membership has risen by 365,000.
The Courier denounces a corrupt political ring in Muskingum County Republican ranks. It claims the grip tightens as Democrats express calm while faithful members face consternation and confusion. End not yet.
The Postoffice Department plans September changes to adhesive and impressed stamps on envelopes. Two cent red stamps become green. three cent green becomes vermillion. envelopes adjust colors for two cent, four cent, five cent, thirty cent, and ninety cent denominations. Design remains largely the same with re engraved heads and revised ornamentation.
Public meetings show rising support for a Canada United States economic union. Leading provincial figures push the plan as common people respond with enthusiasm, hinting at possible annexation. The piece questions the fate of perceived renegades and defaulting cashiers if the move occurs.
The Eighth Annual Pennyroyal Reunion in Oxford township drew up to ten thousand on Thursday at Gardner's Grove Fairview. Leaders and locals recollect departed figures, celebrate progress, and praise regional character through speeches, songs, and a future-facing outlook.
The Pennyroyal Reunion draws Guernsey and nearby counties with a warm welcome by Rev Pennyroyal White and local leaders. Speakers praise education and faith, recall township growth under Pennyroyal name, and honor ancestors and events from August 1837 to present. Capt. John Nace and Joseph Ferrell participate in an experience meeting while memories of teachers, schooling, and community life are shared.
The Hartford Post notes signs of an early autumn with locusts singing two weeks early, crickets arriving early, dahlias blooming in July, and goldenrod in full bloom. Connecticut papers reportedly have historically reliable forecasts.
A bold attacker fired at the Czar during a royal carriage ride from beyond the waters. Bullets pierced clothing but the emperor remained unharmed, turning pale. The narrator warns that future dangers could spark a new republic when the fool-killer appears.
The text notes clear chances that either Republicans or Democrats will win in Ohio this November. It cites dissension in the Republican ranks that could hurt them and says the Democratic side is working to quell its internal discord with some success. Surprises may occur in November.
The prose notes that Prohibitionists fail to use wire pulling in nominating candidates, preferring acclamations. It cites Pennsylvania's Republican convention as an example where the State ticket was chosen by broad acclaim, implying party triumph hinges on popular acclaim at the polls.
A Hansen family lands in New York from Copenhagen. The father is described as a little over three feet tall while three of his sons are tall six-footers. Despite the height contrast, the parent did not scold his children during their time in the metropolis.
Akron visitors report lively business and upcoming Republican primaries. Miss Maggie Baker, Miss Birdie Turner visitations noted. Peaches at $1 per bushel. Pen nyroyal reunion attendance records. Wool market turning up. fat sheep priced $3.50 to $400 per hundred. Death of Chas Wharton. cemetery burial. Fair Board meeting set. two new stone crossings on Marietta street. Old band reunion. town festival benefits MFE Sabbath school library.
Mrs H K Hess of Bellaire visits her sister Mrs T H Johnson. Miss Ida Trimble of Wheeling visits her sister Mrs 8 Thomas. Jacob Keevert and wife extend visit in Pittsburgh. Davis and Schlientz sell their boot and shoe store to A McGee. Geo Emerson of Buchtel College summering near Salesville. Dr MM Knight, now in Wichita, Kansas, contemplates settling here again. Warner Webster returns after a year at Lebanon, Ohio. Rev Armstrong’s lecture Thursday evening, “Sketches of Travel in the Orient,” expected to be entertaining. Drilling at depth over 1000 feet encounters misalignment delaying work. Bundy’s addition rises with Chas Budecker, Barnard Eagon and FM Knouff occupying prime sites.
Typhoid cases reported for Mrs BD Bumgardner and John Ronsefer family. Quarterly meeting featured Elder Dohmer with Rev Underwood from Port Washington. SN Fowler named Mayor and RK M Atkinson Marshal. Over 200 attended South Olive excursion. Salem festival drew solid patronage with receipts of 64 dollars 11 cents. Mrs John Ingram died of consumption and was buried at Early's. tunnel north of town projected 1670 feet long with depths of 84 and 70 feet. Kimbolton sent a fine delegation of young women to the North Salem festival.
W D Heyt & Co of Rome Georgia report four years of selling Dr King's New Discovery Electric Bitters and Backlen's Amnica Salve with universal satisfaction. They cite cures for consumption in several cases using a few bottles of Dr King's New Discovery with Electric Bitters. Sold by C L Wall & Co.
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve touted as best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions with a money back guarantee. Priced at 25 cents per box sold by L Wall & Co. February 18.
A series of notices from Eps. Herato and other locals request public announcement of candidacies for multiple offices. Names mentioned include S. W. Luccock, David D Taylor, Rosert Hammons, Van D. Crate, Nathan H. Banker, Tueo. B. Hress, N. T. Curver, Elza Turner, James O. Couplin, P. T. Surr, James Mason, Jas. A. Weyer, J. L. Davis, J. H. Mackey, and John L. Locke, all running under Republican county conventions in Cambridge on September 5, 1887.
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