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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1913
Page
4
The July 1913 newspaper office report shows daily and monthly circulation figures. Totals include 6,060 copies on July 1 and 5,940 on July 17, with daily averages and monthly sums listed for 31 days.
Behalf of the Jeffersonian Company E Amos states the July 1913 edition distributed 167584 with a daily average of 6061. Notary G D Dugan swore to the statement August 6 1913. The Daily Jeffersonian claims the largest Guernsey county circulation, double that of all other papers.
The entry recalls events and deaths on August 26 across history. It notes 1863 Cavalry repulse at White Sulphur Springs in West Virginia involving Averell and a Confederate detachment under Sam Jones. It marks 1871 Scribner founder Charles Scribner's death, 1894 Wilson tariff law signing, 1904 sculptor John Rogers death, and 1910 philosopher William James death.
The planet Jupiter, largest in the system, is seen in the southeastern sky as the sole evening star for a five week period while moving rapidly in the sun's path. Also noted are the morning stars Saturn Mercury Venus and Mars.
A brief aphorism notes that daily work shapes character, with a Homespun voice attributed to Uncle Eb. The saying links steady habit, daily effort, and moral fiber in a rustic context.
The former president states that a merger of the Republican and Progressive parties is possible only if the Republicans adopt all Progressive principles. He speaks with a clear, decisive stance after his return from an outing.
England declares the era of world’s fairs over noting expositions serve national booster aims rather than exhibitors. They attract crowds for amusement rather than business, funded by rival politicians who push advertising schemes for personal gain.
The writer rebukes San Francisco managers for high handed tactics and says Rudolph Spreckles refuses to pay his subscription. He argues many fear denunciation would label them narrow minded while crooks plunder the treasury and go unchallenged.
The article notes ongoing improvements to the general plant, emphasizing both beauty and utility. A cold water well powered by a motor operates day and night, with fountains arranged to refresh workers without time loss, reflecting pride in Cambridge’s public grounds and hope for similar efforts citywide.
A fine two reel feature shows a miserly uncle bestowing a barren dowry on the bride and fortune aiding a rocky coast with magic oil. Also plays Behind the Times Powers Thee Ingrate Nestor western drama with Bijou orchestra. matinee daily continuous show.
Otto Mullin, thirteen, son of Mr and Mrs T L Mullin of R D 1, was severely cut when his axe slipped while chopping wood Tuesday morning. The wound lacerated his knee and required care from his parents at home.
Mrs. Solomon Jewell of East Wheeling Avenue is critically ill after a stroke and in an unconscious state. At 65 years old, little hope remains for recovery. Her husband, Mr. Jewell, also near death after four years of nervous exhaustion.
Mrs John Shaw underwent an operation Tuesday morning and Marvin Starr was dismissed Tuesday afternoon at Keenan s Hospital.
Indians camped waited and fought over Guernsey county in the Jeffersonian Home Coming Souvenir Edition. Cambridge notes include visits from Miss Bessie Deegan of Grafton and Mrs. Elizabeth McManus. local residents shopping and calling on friends. lengthy lists of names from Senecaville and nearby towns. and Naval Academy cadet James Ryan returning from Annapolis for a visit.
Ex Judge Lynn Arnold urges indictment of Charles Murphy Aaron Levy and James Frawley and demands witnesses including Governor Sulzer ally Glynn and others. He accuses a Delmonico conspiracy to seize control of New York government and topple the governor with a plan tying Glynn to Burr.
Leftover vegetables transform into escaloped dishes with cheese and cream sauce. Celery, tomatoes, potatoes, and onions are layered with breadcrumbs or crackers, seasoned and baked until golden, offering a wholesome option for children and those with sensitive digestion.
Col umbus Ohio August 26 Judge William L Dechant of Middletown died unexpectedly in a Battle Creek Michigan sanitarium from chronic liver trouble Gov Cox said he would not decide for several days on a successor to the utilities commission Dechant helped draft the public utilities law He was born in Warren county and was a Notre Dame and Cincinnati Law School graduate He settled in Middletown where he built a notable career as lawyer and business man.
Mrs Mary Stiles of East Steubenville avenue visits relatives in Washington. Mrs Edward Bolton-Freeman and two children of Dayton Kentucky stay with her parents Mr and Mrs Charles Vaughn and with Mr and Mrs R H Addy. Their daughter Mrs C H Paustian of Cameron Missouri underwent appendicitis surgery in Hastings Nebraska. Harry Larcher of Middletown visits. Miss Marie Gadd and William Ridley of Akron return home after a visit to Misses Maley. Miss Irene Preston returns from vacation in Moundsville. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Harry Atkinson of South Tenth Street on Monday August 25.
The Ohio Supreme Court weighs whether party primaries in Cleveland must be held or if the city charter nonpartisan nominations stand, testing if the Bronson primary law prevails and whether police power reserved to the legislature nullifies the home rule amendment.
Thousands of Italian quarter residents gather at the home of the king of Little Hell for the wedding of Elizabeth Kaplan daughter of Frank Kaplan. Guests drink wine valued at 2500 dollars and the father gives a 10000 dollar check to the bride.
Mrs Henry Motz died from injuries suffered while rescuing her son from a bull in a field near Mt. Vernon Ohio. The bull knocked the boy down and then charged the mother who wandered about the body. the boy escaped unharmed. The skull fracture proved fatal after quick death.
An oriental traveler’s manuscript notes pearl divers in the East Indian fisheries fear sharks little. Divers use a sharpened wood weapon to hold the shark’s mouth open and flood it with water, drowning the animal before it can attack.
A Oil City girl jokes about starting a light company after a child’s remark about electricity and gas. The note cites a local Oil City Derrick column with a humorous family view on energy.
George B Crane notes New York City milk buyers set bacterial limits for safety. He explains common contamination sources from cows, udders, utensils, clothes, bedding, water and air, stressing cleanliness and hygiene as key to lowering counts. Some bacteria are harmless, but high counts signal dirty production conditions.
A thrift minded farmer should keep a neat back yard as proof of orderly business. Buyers inspect the backyard and stable, not just the front, as the overall appearance reflects prosperity and can enhance enjoyment and profits from the farm.
Hogs receipts 15 000 market steady mixed and butchers 7 600 9 20 good heavy 7 70 8 85 light 8 40 9 30 pigs 4 50 8 50 cattle receipts 6 000 market steady Reeves 6 90 9 10 cows and heifers 3 50 8 30 stockers and feeders 5 50 7 80 calves 8 00 11 50 sheep receipts 35 000 market steady native 5 85 4 50 lambs 5 75 8 00
Cattle receipts light and market steady with choicest at 8.75 to 8.90, good 7.90 to 8.20, fair 6.60 to 7.00, veal calves 12.00 to 12.50. Sheep and lambs light, prime wethers 5.10 to 5.20, spring lambs 5.00 to 8.10, hogs active with prices 8.90 to 9.85 for heavies and 9.80 to 9.50 for various classes. CHICAGO GRAIN: wheat 87, corn 73 44, oats 41 4, pork 20.95. United States Steel, common 63 45, preferred 1.08.
At the Lyric a Vitagraph program presents The Octaroon with Clara Kimball Young Lillian Walker and Karl Williams Entertaining Uncle Kalem comedy with Ruth Roland and John Brennan Bad Doble Comes Back a race track story An Unwritten Chapter with Dorothy Kelly and William Humphrey The show includes a five piece orchestra and five big reels of real pictures.
Cambridge dealer Frank V. Arnold advertises Buick cars Mitchell cars bicycles bicycle tires automobile tires and high grade oils and greases with free air for tires on March 22.
A regular meeting is announced for Wednesday evening at 7 20 in P hall. The representative to the Grand Castle session will present his report.
William H. Brown of the Third Ward announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for City Solicitor. He urges support at the primary election on September 2, 1913, and requests an investigation of his fitness.
An early 20th century notice lists Dr James Early ophthalmologist offering eye exams day or night, L Stewart dentist in Cambridge Ohio advertising dental care, and an ice cream social at Mt Hermon U P Church on August 28 with all invited. Also Atkins jewelers promote established business opposite the courthouse.
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