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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1908
Page
4
Terms note a price of 1.00 per year with advance payment and 1.0 per year otherwise, with distribution shared at the Post Office in Cambridge Ontario, labeled as a second class matter.
The Democratic State Central Committee announces the Ohio state convention to nominate candidates for state offices on May 5 and 6 1908 in Columbus. Delegates are allocated by county votes for Pattison and arranged by primaries or conventions with specific headcount rules and district meetings.
The Democrats of Pickaway county present Henry F. Hampshire as a candidate for state school commissioner with strong neighbor support signaling broad backing.
The new law grants State Inspector Morgan authority to appoint ten additional inspectors as needed and to exert absolute control over schoolhouses and other public buildings regarding the construction of fire escapes.
A large share of the nation’s bankers, about 99 percent, oppose the Aldrich bill. The current Congress, in its financial misreadings, fails to grasp the crisis. The bill lacks appeal to both bankers and common people as banks struggle to obtain funds and bonds during stringency and hoarding.
County commissioners gain authority to purchase equipment for road repair and to employ workers for road improvements. The measure, if not abused, is considered important.
Senator Mahaffey's measure to publish proposed constitutional amendments becomes law once the governor signs. His non partisan school examiner bill cleared the Senate but stalls in the house committee. The bill is described as very important and likely to become law.
The Duval senate bill passed by the house orders electric wires in mines to be insulated or protected to the inspector’s satisfaction. The measure aims to better protect mine workers and its enforcement is crucial. Operators generally support the protection, but rush and business activity can lead to carelessness in any machinery driven industry.
President Roosevelt urged a four battle ship appropriation during naval bill debate. Congress refused and buried the message, marking a rare direct rebuff. The episode signals Congress asserting independence and could influence Taft’s political standing and naval policy.
Hon Geo White of Washington county won House endorsement for a joint resolution calling a convention of states to amend the federal constitution to provide for direct election of United States senators by the people. The measure has drawn support from state legislatures and party conventions, viewed by many as a popular movement.
The measure provides free text books and relief to aid poor children to attend school. It shifts reporting duties from city poor authorities to the board of education president. The passage argues strict enforcement of compulsory education and temperance laws is essential to assimilate immigrant children and reform through education.
Coshocton Democrats announce primaries on June 5. A committee meeting held last Saturday showed strong old-time energy and spirit.
Reformers rarely reach the presidential chair as Governor Hughes chooses the race track gambling question over a bid for the presidency.
The Democratic row in New York state showed unusual mildness shortly after Col. Bryan arrived and held a brief conference with the disgruntled leaders.
The legislature plans to inspect Cleveland alongside Cincinnati to review how accounts are kept under Mayor Tom. Democrats in the house vociferously supported the resolution.
Reporters predict the Bronson primary bill will become law while the Thomas banking bill may pass in some form and the initiative and referendum bill is expected to fail, dying in the hands of the house committee.
The text lauds the Sultan as an accomplished diplomat who makes promises he never intends to keep and asserts he will not sail Italian warships to Turkish waters. It portrays him as the greatest ruler of the twentieth century.
The piece notes easy recruitment for the Democratic state ticket with several capable men eager to serve. It highlights Hon. James M. Williams, president of the senate, as a strong and widely respected potential candidate.
Stark county voters Saturday favored Atlee Pomerene over Mr. Welty in the Democratic gubernatorial contest. Welty faced a secretary of state ruling on delegate placement and chose independent delegates but was defeated. The result encourages Cleveland political leadership to press harder in other counties.
State examiners flag excessive and illegal charges totaling 10 797.52 in Coshocton County public accounts. Report notes year range not stated and says accountants have examined accounts, but findings not yet published.
The legislature will adjourn May 1 and recess until May 11 to finish sessions work for final inspection. On May 11 members return for one day to inspect and adjourn sine die. Members must stay alert as questionable bills may pass with an active, dangerous lobby.
Senator Foraker will address the Ohio legislature on the 23d in Memorial Hall due to expected large attendance. He will select his own subject without restraint and may discuss various timely topics in Columbus. The colored friend and brother is likely to have a prominent place in the audience.
Ohio Democrats in county conventions urge state delegates to indorse former Governor James E Campbell for United States senator. The plan aims to boost Democratic legislative gains in November while Republicans avoid the issue amid Roosevelt Foraker controversy.
Dr. Beverly C. Ransom, pastor of Bethel A M E Church New York City and former Cambridge resident, addressed Negro congregants on the anti Taft conference outcome. He predicted a political shift among Negro voters in the fall. many would back Gov. Johnson while avoiding Taft or Roosevelt branding. Boss Cox disagreed saying Negro voters will back Taft.
Senator Dick addressed a monster labor meeting in Washington City praising unions and signaling their foray into politics. The two Ohio senators reportedly conferred before the speech, with Foraker said to have solidified Black voters against Taft, raising speculation on labor votes nationwide.
The Burgess Manufacturing Co was sold by S. M. Burgess to Thomas Williams of Cambridge. Williams assumes control this morning and keeps the firm name with no business changes beyond ownership. Williams, longtime Cambridge resident, was with the local sheet mill since 1890 and aims to continue the store’s historic patronage.
J B McClelland of Zanesville was a business visitor in the city today.
The city council confirmed the appointment of Alex Sarchet of North Eighth Street as Market Master by Mayor Bradford. He will assume duties opening day of the Market Place on Saturday May 2. The ordinance sets Wednesday and Saturday markets with varied hours and rental rules.
A Guernsey county temperance reader warns locals that liquor interests are quietly campaigning to keep the county from going dry. The letter notes staged mailings to farmers and laboring men with pro wet arguments and reveals a systematic effort ahead of the next vote.
Arch Tribbie an Pan Handle engineer based in Steubenville has been visiting his brother Will Tribbie and George Anderson and families and will return home Wednesday.
An advertisement for Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea claims a levitating sense of energy and youth after use. It promotes Tea or Tablets priced at 36 cents and credits Brooks Sutton as the seller.
The spring session of the St. Clairs ville Presbytery meets at Shadyside Presbyterian church with fifty delegates from Belmont Harrison Guernsey and Monroe counties. Rev. C. G. Hazlett is moderator and Rev. E. W. Day temporary clerk. An orchestra and choir headline the evening. The session continues with Home Missions addresses by Rev. W. H. Houston and Rev. BE Day and elects commissioners to the Kansas City General Assembly. Delegates are hosted by local residents.
Cambridge High School opens the baseball season next Saturday afternoon at Electric Park against Barnesville High. The squad features the Orme twins in the battery and promising pitchers McMurray and Bell. Regulars include Jack Vincent Dutch Bonnell Deacon Schultz and Dick Lloyd. Admission 25 cents.
A horse drawing a carriage became frightened at 1 o'clock near Cam bridge Eyesville. It reared and toppled the vehicle, damaging the harness and carriage while the horse was restrained before it could bolt. E. D. Shively was driving the horse.
The Chicago wheat market was strong as bullish weekly statistics bolstered prices. May wheat closed 1 1/8 cents higher, corn dipped, oats unchanged, and May option closes showed 94 for wheat 66 2/3 for corn and 52 for oats.
The Guernsey County Democratic electors are notified they will meet at regular voting places on Saturday June 6 1908 between 2 and 6 p m to hold primaries and select delegates and alternates for a county convention in Cambridge on Tuesday June 9 1908 at 11 a m and to choose central committeemen for 87 precincts. Delegates are apportioned by vote totals for John M Pattison in 1905 with a total of 166 delegates listed for numerous precincts. Nominations will include Representative Probate Judge Auditor Clerk of Courts Treasurer Recorder Prosecuting Attorney Sheriff Commissioners Infirmary Directors Surveyor Coroner. C A Flanagan chair and Geo W Moore secretary pro tem.
The Guernsey County Central Committee announces a meeting of qualified Democratic electors on Saturday April 25 1908 from 2 to 6 PM at regular precinct voting places to elect delegates and alternates for a county convention in Cambridge on May 2 1908 at 10 30 AM and a state convention in Columbus on May 5 1908. Delegates are allotted by precinct based on votes for John M Pattison in November 1905 totaling 78, with detailed counts per precinct.
Democratic voters of Wheeling township will meet at the usual voting place on Saturday April 25 from 3 to 4 PM to elect delegates to the convention to select delegates to the state convention.
The executive committee met at Mrs Viola D Romans home on North Tenth Street to arrange the county convention set for May 21 and 22 at the Second U P church in this city Senator Rose of Washington county is expected and may influence dates The committee includes Miss Lida Daniels Cumberland Mrs Laura Reed Quaker City Mrs S B Hood and Mrs Romans of this city
Dr. C R Johnson was summoned to Columbus today for professional business activities.
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