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Cambridge Jeffersonian

Location

Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1913

Page

2

1914 Ohio Court Dates Calendar by County

County Clerk Ford lists 1914 court dates for appeals and common pleas across multiple counties. Dates include Guernsey March April and November for appeals. various counties like Muskingum Belmont Coshocton Fairfield Licking Monro Noble Perry and Washington show sets of January April May September October and November dates for court sessions.

Ford Court of Appeals Common Pleas Court Guernsey County Court of Appeals and Common Pleas Muskingum Zanesville Belmont St. Clairsville Coshocton Fairfield Lancaster Licking Newark Monro Woodsfield Noble Caldwell Perry New Lexington Washington Marietta

Dry victory seals saloon closures in Junction City

In Junction City on December 8 the dry side won by 23 votes, 119 to 96, eliminating the last remaining saloon. The two early closures under the license law reduced to one more, which must shut within 30 days.

Junction City

Kinney Sentenced to Die at Midnight in Cleveland

Frank Kinney, Cleveland murderer, faces execution at 12 midnight on December 12 after transfer to the death cell above the electric chair in the White City steel cell block. He maintained hope of salvation despite the sentence and said he would bear it like a man.

United Press Special Columbus Frank Kinney Cleveland Kinney

Sugartree School Report Jefferson Township December

Sugartree School in Jefferson township reports 18 scholars enrolled with 17 average daily attendees for December. Daily presence lists Leroy Beal Donald Ford J C Jones Wm Jones Worley Jones A D Smith A H Smith Mary Combs Golda Ford Autie Smith and several Smiths. Dr Sawyer visited Guernsey Monday on professional business.

Sugartree Jefferson Township Leroy C. Beal Donald T. Ford J. C. Jones Wm. B. Jones Worley Jones A. D. Smith A. H. Smith Mary K. Combs Golda C. Ford Autie F. Smith Maggie EB. Smith Susie R. Smith Ona N. Smith M. G. Fisher W. M. Sawyer Guernsey

Reading of President Wilson’s message draws cross party praise

Thousands read the 3000 word message in 28 minutes with an enthusiastic bipartisan demonstration. Opposition journals praised the speech as statesmanlike, noting Republicans and Democrats alike supported it and included minority leader Mann among participants.

Wilson Mann

For the Children Not for Grafters at the Home

Indignant workers at the 8. S. O. Home in Xenia protest recent reports they call exaggerated about management. They defend the institution as a proper home for children and oppose anyone seeking to turn it into a loafing place for others.

Xenia

Wilsons plain message wins wide public approval

The State Journal praises President Wilsons message as frank simple language that treats state affairs as a face to face talk. It notes near universal favor and minimal dispute on major issues, with brevity aiding understanding of momentous subjects including the Mexican question.

Wilson United States State Journal Rep

Governor Cox Praises Law Abiding Element on Ohio Law

Governor Cox in Washington denounces Ohio Republican leaders as bushwhackers and allies of liquor dealers. He defends the liquor license law, vows strict enforcement in both wet and dry counties, and says he will stand by the law abiding element of the state.

Cox Washington Corn Boys Congress Ohio Lincoln Grant Garfield McKinley

Governor Cox Abandons Patronage For Merit System

At a meeting of 102 county tax assessors, Governor Cox ordered no appointments until January 1 under the state civil service law. He stated the Democratic administration will appoint based on merit and warned against patronage, promising a cost efficient duplicate tax roll with minimal inquiry into farmers and utilities.

Cox

Ohio Tax Reform Aims to Equalize Local Burdens

The piece argues for a broader tax base to require wealthier citizens to fund government, noting the rich often avoid taxes via assessors and off-duplicate investments. It traces the Edwards bill and echoes McKinley and Harmon support, asserting fairness and proportionality of taxation based on benefits received. It cautions critics seeking political conspiracy.

McKinley Harmon Edwards Ohio

Memories Are Long Snub by Houston Angers Ohio Corn Boys

Secretary of Agriculture David F. Houston avoided addressing the Ohio Corn Boys and skipped a reception, an act seen as a deliberate insult by the group and their supporters. They vow to remember the snub, calling it a grave mistake by Houston.

Secretary of Agriculture David F. Houston Ohio Corn Boys

Goveror Cox Defends School Autonomy In Ohio Address

In Columbus Gov. Cox claims opponents seek to use education to build political machines. He vows to veto measures expanding state control or reducing local school self government. He defends civil service reform and cautions against graft in school management as reform advances.

Gov. Cox Warnes Ohio Educational Congress Memorial Hall Columbus Ohio

Pent-up business outlook in the Pittsburgh Post

The Pittsburgh Post notes a large latent volume of new business held back by needed changes in financial and political methods. Foresees a near breakout as more businessmen adopt a brighter view of trade.

Pittsburgh Post

Rural Leaders and Birth Announcements In Ohio Counties

G W Doyle left Monday for a business visit in Barnesville. Mrs Charles Hardesty of Portsmouth returned home Monday after visiting Mr and Mrs James Hardesty. Mr and Mrs W F Trimble left Monday for a few days visit in Pittsburgh Baltimore Md and Washington Dc. Born to Mr and Mrs Carl Hawthorne at Coshocton Sunday Dec 7 1913 a son.

G. W. Doyle Barnesville Charles Hardesty Portsmouth James Hardesty W. F. Trimble Pittsburg Baltimore

Doan's Kidney Pills Prove Benefit in Cambridge Testimony

Cambridge resident Mrs. William Hardin testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills relieved backaches headaches and kidney trouble and left her tiredness behind. She bought the remedy at Sutton Oshe drugstore and recommends it for urinary disorders and nervous sleeplessness. The ad notes the product price and Foster Milburn Co as U.S. agents.

Cambridge Dean Doan William Hardin Dewey Avenue Ohio Sutton & Oshe’s Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo New York United States

Brakeman Sues Pennsylvania Co. for 10000 Damages

From Cambridge yards, March 21 1913, a brakeman employed on the yard crew sues the Pennsylvania Co. through attorney J H Mackey for damages of 10000 in common pleas court. Other items note juries, verdicts, and new cases in the period, including Ohio vs Vincent Slevin with a guilty verdict after late sessions. Real estate transfers are listed afterward.

John 8S. Shackles J. H. Mackey Common Pleas Pennsylvania Co Cambridge Ohio Vincent Slevin McGinnis Enos W. H. Brown Elizabeth Haines Sheridan Nicholson Squire L. B. Hollenback Charles Hutchison Cambridge Collieries Co Thomas Watson The J. A. Compton A. C. Smith

Land transfers recorded in Cambridge and vicinity

A series of property transfers listed include H W Dennis and wife to W L Wilson for lots 2 3 and 4 in Cambridge with 8250 dollars, W L Wilson and wife to H W Dennis for lot 34 in Mc Farland’s Addition Cambridge 5500 dollars, and many other deeds across Cambridge town ship Millwood Liberty Spaencer Senecaville Oak land Place Addition Center township and more with nominal sums such as 1.00 or 435 dollars and up to 5500 dollars.

H. W. Dennis W. L. Wilson Harry W. Dennis Cambridge Benjamin Boniphant FE. B. Dawson Washington Harry W Cora D. Dennis McFarland Wm. H. Eagleton J. ¥. Gregg Center Township J. C Amy May Palmer Nellie L. Margaret R Cora Bell Garey The McPherson Realty Company F. M. Dull McPherson Cambridge Township John K. Rose James K. Rose Millwood James Wharton Mary A. Harding Liberty Township Cambridge L. & D. Company Charles E. Lowry Oakland Place Lucy Orme Fred L. Turner McCracken L. L. Butcher George Harry K Homer J. Crow Spaacer Township James A. Leeper A. A. Hutchison Campbell's Senecaville J. E Susan M. Gregg William Black Simeon and Elizabeth Rankin Oakland Place Addition

Real estate transfers recorded in Cambridge area listings

Listing of several property transfers including Orchard Place and Oakland Place additions in Cambridge with varied consideration amounts from $1 to $225 and several Jackson and Monroe township parcels. Notable buyers include Aman da G Barnes Ethel Davis and Arthur Burns with multiple lots and acreage conveyed.

Cambridge Harry W. Dennis Amanda G. Barnes Orchard Place Ethel Arthur Davis Amer Polena Jakobism Jackson Township W. W. Tedrick Joe Kusy Charles N Maggie E. Erskine Nannie B. Moore Oakland Place Bery O. Burns Arthur Burns Gallup Owen H. Hall Lawrence W. Hall Millwood Township Susan Jane John G. Rose Harriet B. Smith New Salem Liberty Township Asberry Neel Boyd L. Neel Monroe Township William J. Larson Esther Ann Gallagher Carson's Addition

Life of Rev. Dr. William J. McConkey Remembered

The Presbyterian Banner recalls the late Rev. Dr. William J. McConkey of Grove City died last Saturday. He led a 36 year pastorate in Cambridge building a 62 to 900 member church and influenced many youths, with 62 sons, including two of three, entering the ministry and 20 going to foreign fields. He and Dr. Ketler were closely linked in these years.

the Presbyterian Banner Pittsburg William J. McConkey Guernsey County Cambridge First Presbyterian Church Grove City College Town

Councilman Cunningham Injured Repairing Farm Foundation

Councilman Frank Cunningham, contractor for a large farm stable foundation near Pleasant City on Judge Dyson’s land, suffered a severe accident Saturday when a heavy stone fell on his left foot as he set it into place. He was brought home for medical treatment.

Frank Cunningham Judge Dyson Pleasant City Cunningham

Bank stockholder disclosure to tighten state banks

The Ohio Banking Superintendent announced a plan requiring all state banks to list stockholders and their holdings starting January 1 1914. Twenty bank inspectors will personally verify if holdings would cover depositor losses in case of bank failure. The aim is to strengthen unstable banks.

United Press Columbus, CO Dee. S Ohio

Rio Grande Fires Sought Aid Not Needed

Norfolk Va Dec 8 The Mallory liner Rio Grande reported on fire last night now needs no assistance and proceeds under its own steam. The revenue cutter Seminole ordered to aid was recalled to Norfolk.

United Press Special Norfolk, Va Norfolk

Naval Holiday Resolution Passes House Aimed at World Naval Truce

The House approved a resolution urging a one year world naval holiday and asking President Wilson to seek agreement among powers in line with Winston Churchill's suggestion. Also noted are local births and travel notices including a daughter born to Mr and Mrs Hesket and holiday plans for Bristen family.

United Press Washington, Dee House Hensley Winston Churchill Admiralty Wilson

Thanksgiving Socials and Visits Dot Cambridge Area

Local residents mark Thanksgiving with family dinners visits and church events. Notables include Mrs. J B Pyle Chandlersville visiting with Della Hyde and Miss Mary Kennon teaching near Winterset. Union services and a cottage prayer meeting are scheduled, with several Cambridge residents hosting gatherings.

Local Social News From Salesville and Vicinity

Residents and visitors share gatherings and visits across Salesville Pleasant City and surrounding towns. Names include Anderson Shroyer Moorhead Campbell Basford Brown Morrison Frame Marquis and Finley with multiple illnesses and a funeral noted.

Local visits noted across Zanesville to Columbus

Carl Whissel returned Saturday from a few days visit with Mr and Mrs Samuel Dickerson near Zanesville. Mrs Frank Gibson of Caldwell shopped and visited friends in Cambridge Monday. Will Barthalow of East Wheeling Avenue was guest of friends in Columbus Sunday. Miss Mae Baker visited friends in Columbus Sunday.

Ed. Summers Martins, Ferry Dee. Ltd Bridgewater Middlebourne Marle Harding Charles Steele Baumgardner West Main Street Samuel Hackley Cambridge Queen Esthers M. EF. Church Foster Shipman Edyth Hart Harper Love City Bernie Dolen Carl Whissel Samuel Dickerson Zanesville Frank Gibson Caldwell Will Barthalow East Wheeling Avenue Columbus Miss Mae Baker

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