17 Apr 1902
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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1902
Page
1
Muttered testimonial from families praising Paine's Celery Compound for nervous disorders in children. Letters claim improvements in temperament digestion and overall health after six weeks, with mentions of heart trouble and restored strength.
The court martial tries Major Lythe ton Ws. Waller of the marine corps on charges of executing natives on Samar. Letters from General Lukuan and other officials are read. the vice versa of actions and plans are discussed with Lum Guevaira and others cited as figures in the case.
Opinion letter warns that blanket bond bills before the Ohio Senate would strip voters of control over municipal finance. Author argues granting councils unchecked bond power risks city bankruptcies, higher corruption, and surrender of home rule. Calls on legislators to oppose the measures and defend the people’s voting rights.
Mrs Ruth Cosgrove widow of Wilson Cosgrove died at her son C G Cosgrove’s residence in Cambridge Ohio on April 1902 at age 73 years 7 months 2 days. Born September 7 1828 in Muskingum County near Cumberland Ohio she spent life in Cumberland and married Wilson Cosgrove in 18. They had five children two of whom died in infancy. Survived by Charles C Cosgrove and Mrs B R Conner of Cambridge and Mrs Dr C W St. Clair of Goshen? amy. Active Christian and longtime member of the M E church Cumberland for 45 years. Funeral services at residence by Rev Dr R J Pape, interment Cumberland Cemetery following services at M E church in Cumberland.
Washington April 11 reports say senators failed to reach an agreement on the Chinese exclusion bill. Three opponents spoke against it, with Dillingham Stewart and Hoar voicing objections. Stewart would back the measure only if it were the best possible, while Hoar condemned it outright. The prospect of a vote is now targeted for next Tuesday.
Jonesboro Tenn April 11 A sheriff s posse battle with outlaws in Scott county VA results in five officers killed and two wounded. Jim Wright an escaped convict captured after being wounded. The pursuit continues as the gang evades capture amid rugged mountain terrain. Also London dispatch says Boer leaders reportedly accept British terms. Washington report on Lentz Tompkins election case notes unanimous but sharp language. London budget talk hints at new grain duties in forthcoming measures.
A long survey of Memorial Hall and Randall Hall dining at Harvard outlines both establishments on the American plan. Memorial Hall serves about 20000 meals daily with large kitchens and a cooperative board managed by students. Randall Hall operates as a European plan with a weekly average board around 3.40, offering flexible meals and lower service costs.
Royal Baking Powder is described as purest and strongest with no alum or ammonia. It claims to make the best and most wholesome food.
A fragmentary 1807 style narrative recounts yacht design by Abr. Spat for the Meteor and its commissioning by a foreign power, with debates over ship nationality. It also notes Bishop Whipple’s courage amid Indian relations, his stance on justice, and his influence on church and congressional dynamics.
The narrative recounts Joe Man Who Broke and a remarkable trial of a ten wheel locomotive named Tunkey, built by engineer Punkes and a crew of forty. They race along toward a Lake Shore stage, reaching speeds near ninety two miles per hour, with a dramatic burst near Bria and Brockton.
A jumble of readable snippets recounts a Paokirh misadventure with crowds at a station and a speeding car, followed by scattered notes on ships, tea cultivation, engineering feats, and a labor strike in New Jersey and Minnesota. The text records events and developments, including a record relay race, rolling stock changes, and academic leadership remarks, interspersed with foreign and colonial notes.
John McDonald of Philadelphia testifies to relief from dyspepsia and low mood after taking Ayer’s Sarsaparilla, claiming it made him a new man within a week. The ad invites readers to ask doctors about impure blood and the product’s benefits.
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