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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1913
Page
4
Page lists monthly circulation totals and daily averages for July 1913 at the Cambridge Post Office. The data shows copies dated across several days with totals and percentages, reflecting periodical mail distribution and office activity for the month.
E Amos general manager of the Jeffersonian Company states the July 1913 daily average circulation of the Daily Jeffersonian was 6061 with total 157584 copies for the month. Notary G D Dugan certifies the sworn statement dated August 6 1913. The Daily Jeffersonian claims the largest Guernsey county daily circulation by far and openness to verify records.
On August 12 events include 1676 Philp of Mount Hope slain by Indian allies of whites near Mount Hope. 1849 Albert Gallatin dies born 1761. 1891 James Russell Lowell dies born 1819. 1898 peace protocol signed at Washington by American and Spanish commissioners. 1911 Bennington Vermont marks 150th anniversary of town incorporation.
The evening star Jupiter shines brightly while Saturn Venus Mars and Mercury appear as morning stars. Antares in Scorpio dips toward the Milky Way around 9 p.m. at a low southwestern horizon.
A clergyman urged an Indian to love his enemies. The Indian replied that he loves rum and whiskey and tobacco, revealing a wry counterpoint to the moral counsel.
The tone notes that if Governor Sulzer is impeached, Mr. Glynn the lieutenant governor will become acting governor. It mentions leading newspapers do not know Glynn's first name.
Comic remark that catching criminals by fingerprints or bloodhounds is uncertain as clever fugitives often slip away on freight trains.
Gov. Cox and department heads convene to discuss improving the Old Pike from Bridgeport to Columbus. Contracts are to be awarded by October. Plan uses brick and railroadlike accounting methods for materials and records.
The struggle between Tammany Hall and Governor Sulzer in New York grows as impeachment proceedings advance. Charges center on campaign money use and an alleged improper affidavit. Sulzer denies the accusations while Tammany politicoes claim virtue in money politics. The scene shows entrenched partisan rhetoric and mutual distrust.
When corrupt forces were expelled from the state legislature they shift to buying influence over referendums. The piece notes how prior schemes bought bad laws and now exploit money and Burns detectives to interfere.
The Ohio State Journal lauds Governor Cox for defeating corruptionists and steering 56 major laws with no sufficient opposition for a referendum. It credits his courage and clear evidence that the legislature’s work remains clean and trusted by the people.
An English inventor proposes a water tight belt of cells to provide buoyancy. critics warn a four foot model may not translate to a 900 foot liner like the Imperator. The piece notes doubts about perfect safety in any transport, citing the human factor, but calls for continued study and improvement.
A display of new fall caps is available at Globe Clothing Co located at 733 Wheeling Avenue Cambridge Ohio. The notice invites shoppers to view the hats in the west window.
Rev John S Speer replies to citizens asking for J F Wallace Panama Canal chief engineer address. Wallace not a Guernsey county boy but born and raised in New Concord. He is son of Dr D A Wallace born near Fairview and Mrs M J Wallace living in Wooster who will forward invitations to his New York City address.
Ruth Jones journeys to Cleveland on business matters. The report notes the travel date as Monday with no further details on purpose or accompanying individuals.
Mr Charles Adair and Miss Bess Mathews spent Sunday with friends at Buckeye Lake reporting a pleasant gathering and good weather by the lake.
Miss Edna Longworth of North Seventh Street has shown improvement after being ill for two weeks, marking a positive turn in her health.
Miss Madge Robinson leaves Wednesday for a two week trip to Pittsburg to visit friends. She will spend the time with local acquaintances and return later in the month.
C A Dennision of New Philadelphia visited Cambridge on Sunday to spend time with friends during the weekend excursion.
Misses Bess and Mabel Rich of Senecaville were in Cambridge Monday evening.
Clyde Purdam and family of Girard Ohio are guests of Mr and Mrs D T Jeffries on East Steubenville avenue and with other friends.
Rev. and Mrs. W. C. Thompson of Reedsville Pa. who have visited with Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Scott and other relatives left Monday accompanied by R. E. Thompson to visit relatives in Urbana Illinois.
One of the best schools of its kind in the state is the Meredith Commercial School of Zanesville. It has issued a catalogue praised for its beauty and presentation, regarded as one of the finest business college catalogs printed. Readers are urged to request a copy.
Marriage licenses have been issued to Garrett Wayton and Rosie Wash ko of Buffalo to John P. Thompson and Flossie E. Hoskins of Pleasant City, Clarence H. Grouden of Barnesville and Bessie English of Antrim, Rev Forset Dever to officiate, to Elmer F. Holland of Belmont County and Ethel Grace Powell of Spencer Station, to Andy Yakubcho and Margaret Prock of Byesville.
A Democratic caucus in Washington endorses the banking and currency bill, signaling orderly reporting by a large margin and likely no House presentation before next week. Rep Glass outlined provisions, and leaders plan eight hours for debate before five minute rule amendments.
Seventy five I W W members from Minneapolis travel to Minot North Dakota to defend street meeting rights and aid jailed supporters in a confrontation with authorities. Charles E Berg leads the I W W headquarters and warns of mass arrests to force rights. Eighty I W W members are jailed in Minot.
Arch bishop Ireland spoke to 200 dignitaries and 8 000 laymen at the American Federation of Catholic Societies convention. He warned against secularism in schools and praised American Catholic patriotism while condemning charges of disloyalty. He warned that current evils in America stem from the decay of religion and morals.
Thirteen men died when a sudden slide at the Portobello quarry buried a steam shovel and workers. The dead include American Charles Nyland and twelve other workers. Local residents in Cambridge and nearby towns were mentioned in routine Tuesday movements and visits.
A large mass meeting of striking copper miners in Calumet Michigan adopted resolutions protesting militia deployment and requesting a United States Senate inquiry. It is believed Senator Martine of New Jersey will likely move to pursue the inquiry.
A well dressed woman and a male accomplice robbed the Italian Cafe in Chicago early today. The woman demanded wine first then covered the proprietor with two revolvers as did her companion. They took $1000 in jewels, $100 in cash, the proprietor’s watch, three diamond rings, a diamond pin and cash from the register before fleeing.
Cleveland officials announce Henry county auditor C V Meekison and Akron figure J D Cargould were arrested on similar burglary charges tied to an alleged break in at the Ohio Equity Association offices. Cargould pleaded not guilty and posted 5000 bail. Meekison’s case went to the grand jury with a 5000 bond continuing.
Chicago Folding Box Company files federal suit in Cincinnati seeking 150000 against 29 corporations and 53 individuals alleged members of the Paper Box Association. Ohio defendants include firms from Mansfield Middletown Dayton Xenia and Cleveland. Plaintiffs claim buyers lost 5 million dollars as prices rose from 1905 to 1910.
Washington August 12. Every National bank will furnish to the secretary of the treasury a statement of all moneys lent to other banks and all money borrowed from other banks. The inquiry follows McAdoo’s policy to monitor banking conditions and identify regions needing circulation.
Chicago markets report Wheat down .86 percent Corn down .72 percent Oats down .42 percent Pork at 20.50. American Sheet Steel common 65 percent preferred 1.08. Local social notices list guests Eva and Carrie Nelson of Senecaville at Mrs. R. H. Dilley and Mabel Baumgarten from New York visiting relatives in the area. Other items note Harold Beaumont ill, Greenwald family trip, and visits of C. H. Jones and Rev. Henry Wendt for local business.
The committee has contracted with the Cambridge band to provide music four afternoons and evenings during the Fall Festival and Old Home Week. Other county bands will be secured as well. The programs will be varied and of high order, ensuring pleasing entertainment for attendees.
Alex Karnak, employed on the Forsythe property being moved from East Wheeling Ave and South Tenth St to Turner Ave and South Tenth St, was injured Tuesday at noon. He fell from skids into the basement, struck his head on a stone, and bruised his right shoulder and side. Dr. T. H. Rowles had him taken to Keenan’s Hospital by auto.
Lester E. Mitchell of Cambridge has been elected superintendent of Gambier public schools after graduating from Denison University. He is visiting his mother on North Third Street and brings substantial teaching experience and wide support from friends.
Roscoe Myron Hessen aged two years seven months died Monday after a two week typhoid illness at the family home on Seventh street. Funeral services are set for Wednesday at 2 PM from the home with Rev. F. A. Maler officiating and burial will follow at Greenwood cemetery.
Lloyd 8 Linkhorn as treasurer sued John Lloyd et al. on motion defendant may plead by August 22. Sars St Potts vs National Coal Co. Motion for new trial denied. judgment for plaintiff $2200 plus costs.
Caps new fall caps are now ready for your inspection. See west window at The Globe Clothing Co located at 733 Wheel ing Avenue Cambridge Ohio 96 3.
The two years old son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Huntsman died at their Water street home Tuesday morning at 2 o'clock. The funeral will be held there Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Mr. Detweiler. Interment will be at Northwood cemetery.
Carl Gibson of Gibson's Station was dismissed Tuesday. Miss Thelma Gallup of Byesville underwent an operation Tuesday morning.
Mrs. Mary Davis of Pleasant City was admitted Tuesday for treatment. Carl Sigman was operated upon Tuesday morning.
Elmer F Holland and Grace Powell, both well known young people of Spencers Station, were quietly married Tuesday morning at the office of Justice Squire L B Reasoner. They will reside at Spencers Station. Mrs S Paul Baird and son Paul Jr of Pittsburg visit Cambridge friends including Prosecuting Attorney and Mrs B F Enos.
Hogs receipts 15 000 steady market mixed and butchers 805 930 good heavy 800 900 light 890 935 pigs 475 850 cattle receipts 5 000 market dull beeves 715 920 cows and heifers 365 850 stockers and feeders 540 775 calves 800 1125 sheep receipts 33 000 market slow native 390 500 lambs 525 735
Pittsburg Pennsylvania August 12 cattle receipts light and market steady with best cattle at 8.75 to 9.00, veal calves 11.00 to 11.50. Sheep and lambs receipts light and market steady with prime wethers 5.10 to 6.25, spring lambs 5.00 to 7.75. Hogs receipts 10 double decks and market active with prime heavy 9.25 to 9.35, mediums 9.80 to 9.85, heavy yorkers 9.80 to 9.85.
Kalem presents The Battle for Freedom a two reel Boer war story produced by a director who took part in the encounter. Stars Carlyle Blackwell Marion Sais Jane Wolfe Wm H West and hundreds of soldiers and horses. Also showing A Cloak of Guilt with Alice Joyce and Tom Moore Edison drama The Evil Thereof a western romance Selig dynamite tale. Five reels of real pictures with Lyric Orchestra nightly. Alice Joyce Tom Moore in A Cloak of Guilt tonight.
The Orpheum presents a two reel feature The Comedian's Mask with King Baggett and Fron tier The Ranch Girl and the Sky Pilot plus When the Light Fades. A popular venue for light entertainment, the theater promises excellent attractions tonight.
The bank presents a high standard of efficiency with officers ready to serve. Save a portion of labor as capital to earn income. An account is an asset convertible to cash with interest on deposits. Open Saturday evenings. 639 Wheeling Avenue Cambridge Ohio.
The Cambridge Loan and Building Co announces a savings note on five percent certificates of deposit or running stock. For over twenty five years no one has lost a cent of money entrusted to their care. Address 814 Wheeling Avenue and secretary T R Deselm. August 5 tf.-e.0.d.
Announcement by William H. Brown of the Third Ward for the Republican nomination for City Solicitor. He asks for support at the primary to be held September 2, 1913, noting a nominal advertising rate. He urges an investigation of his fitness.
Mr and Mrs Charles Goodie spent Sunday with friends in Zanesville enjoying a quiet afternoon.
Dr and Mrs N G Lane depart Wednesday with daughters Nell Wilma and Mary for a two day motor trip to Newark Buckeye Lake and Columbus. They will return Thursday evening and the doctor's office will be closed during this time.
The Colonial shows Murphy's I. O. U and a Dollar Did It tonight along with four other reels including Father and Son, Will Lie and the Captain's Horse, A Wishing Seat, and Retribution Thanhouser. Admission is five cents and the venue promises a cool pleasant evening. Friday features Fantomas the Phantom Crook a three reel detective picture said to be mysterious and sensational.
An old urging advertises Arnold's Garage in Cambridge run by Frank P. offering Buick care Mitchell cars bicycles bicycle tires automobile tires high grade grease and free air for tires with a Mar. 23-1i date fragment.
800 FARM FOR $1,700 Easy terms, buildings, timber, well watered and fenced. SA farm for $2,000, good buildings, two wells, fine water, young orchard. I have 100 farms to select from. City property, loans on real estate, insurance of all kinds. See H. H. Masters, C. Nat. Bank Bldg., both phones, Cambridge, O. Aug. 7 tf.
Will sell at invoice around 3000 dollars. Interested parties should investigate at once. Seller is W. R. Dougherty of Central National Bank Bide. 92-6.
No advertising bumbug for glasses to salt and fit go to Dr. Jas. Early ophthalmologist in room 11 over Post Office. Examination at night as well as in daytime will be made. The last call this week and next are the final two weeks of special low prices on glasses before our vacation offered by H. Le Grand Williams optical specialist.
H L Stewart a Ventist located on the second floor of Central National Bank Building Cambridge UC announces special attention to diseased gums. August 6 tf.
For the right goods at the right price see Atkins the jeweler established more than 60 years opposite Court House. Oct. 9-tf.
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