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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1913
Page
4
The entry lists contact numbers for the News and Business offices. It shows digits arranged as 236 44 218 489 J and uses a telegraphic style typical of the era. No additional context or events are provided in readable text.
Recaps events from 1773 Boston Tea Party protesting British tea taxes to 1910 deaths of Melville D. Landon and 1863 general John Buford. Highlights include 1777 US republic recognized by France and 1885 New York fire causing $20 million in losses.
The notice catalogs evening constellations with Jupiter Saturn on display and morning stars Mars Mercury Venus. Leo rises north of east around 9 30 p m showing a sickle figure. It closes with Goethe on life’s aim and perseverance.
A scientist outlines the mechanism of firefly light production by luciferase oxidation of luciferin, explaining it as a process yielding zymosis and light. He notes potential failures if luciferin dries up or luciferase malfunctions, relying on atmospheric warmth for illumination.
Secretary of State Bryan urges fair trials and condemns summary executions by Villa and Carranza amid reports of depredations in Mexico. The United States warns that further murders and robberies could trigger intervention to restore order in Chihuahua.
In Marion Ohio on December 16 two large men were robbed by two bold female footpads. Bookkeeper Phillip Haberman lost 15 dollars and retired saloonkeeper Stephen Werley, after a struggle, was relieved of 20 dollars. A lengthy chase ended with the arrest of the two women.
Cleveland records show Mrs Anna Van Burton volunteering after Rev J R McAlpine appeal. She donated blood to Mary Armstrong 28 at Glenville hospital. transfusion deemed successful by doctors though both women remain very weak.
In Mansfield on December 16 Charles Helman, 30, a farmer, was shot and killed by Addison Hagerman, 27, also a farmer, two miles west at Rambleton farm. Hagerman then fatally shot himself. The two men had long been enemies over domestic affairs.
Cleveland Ohio December 16 At the annual stockholders meeting January 24 the Northern Ohio Traction and Light company will increase authorized capital stock from 12000000 to 15000000 The increase will be held in the treasury to fund future improvements.
Dayton Ohio December 16 State Superintendent of Public Works Miner announced the state will revoke the Cooper Hydraulic company's franchise for using canal power here. The state alleges nonpayment of six and a half years rent.
In the first major test vote on the currency bill the administration won 40 to 85 with one Democrat Hitchcock of Nebraska breaking from his party. Owen's motion to table Hitchcock's regional banks substitute kept eight or more regional banks under bank control, with stock ownership by banks rather than public ownership. Senator Reed challenged Senator Root over fears of inflation, while Hitchcock attacked bank control of regional reserves as an attack on public reserves and anti-trust principles.
In Cincinnati on Freeman avenue the Salvation Army industrial home burned severely. About a hundred inmates mostly elderly were inside, with police and firemen seeking to account for missing individuals. One body found and others believed trapped. The superintendent’s daughter is among the missing. Fire crews report multiple fatalities and note a prior order to remove saleable material from the building.
Washington reports that Germany, Holland, Denmark, Ireland and other European countries will be represented at Thursday’s hearing by agricultural department officials to decide if a general embargo on all potatoes entering the United States shall be ordered. A partial embargo on diseased potatoes is currently in force.
Samuel Shagrin a 37 year old proprietor of a motion picture show died from a bullet wound after a battle with footpads He was robbed of 150 dollars in Cleveland Ohio on December 15
Col S L Mooney 84 multimillionaire of Woodsfield and Miss Carolyne Eells 54 of Marietta married in Marietta Ohio. Darley Richards 22 died after being caught in a shafting at a Newark creamery.
Funeral services for Mrs Madi son Cale set for Wednesday at Mt Zion church. Daughter Mrs Emmett Thomas may miss the service due to illness in Minnesota. City council discusses $7000 bondsman check for water system with bank deposit plan. Social visits and church activities noted, including W H M society at Mrs O F Young’s home and King’s Heralds gathering. Bridge nearing completion. local social events and residents’ routines summarized.
Steubenville report states Mrs. John Kelt age 41 of Rush Run attempted to start a fire with coal oil. An explosion occurred and she suffered severe burns dying shortly after.
Brooklyn President C H Ebbetts insists the club will buy Joe Tinker from Cincinnati for 25000 despite Cincinnati board disapproval. He says he has informed President Tener and expects Barney Dreyfuss to mail the signed agreement. disciplinary action or resignation threats loom if Herrmann blocks enforcement.
The Toledo case testing Ohio liquor license law reaches the state Supreme Court. Plaintiffs argue the law is invalid as it permits corporate licenses, violating US constitutional citizenship and privileges clauses. Lower courts upheld the statute.
A florist advertisement lists roses lilies carnations violets and many blooming plants plus Christmas trees and wreaths in Holly Pine Laurel Magnolia and Oak. Early orders urged to ensure attentive care. Proclaiming Red Ruscus and Immortelles as featured decorations. Flowers and wreaths for gifts and cemeteries are promoted.
The Orpheum Theater management purchased a Briscavia Model B autograph organ by M Welte and Son of Frieburg Germany. Its front features a glass picture of Vesuvius with backlit color effects, creating a vivid scene. The instrument delivers sweeter music with less mechanical tone than similar devices.
Tonight at the Lyric Pathe Weekly presents The Bridge of Shadows a two reel Selig melo drama and Marys Temptation a Lubin story of a working girl. Also The Red Hills of Georgia by Chas M Seay with Lyric orchestra. Tomorrow Broncho Billys Secret Essanay western. Thursday The Foremans Treachery Edison two part special.
East Buffalo and Chicago reports show cattle and hog prices with varied receipts. Prices span prime steers to calves, midwest hogs and sheep, plus wheat corn and oats futures. notes include Cleveland Cincinnati Boston Toledo and Chicago market quotes.
State Tax Commissioners set a minimum pay of four dollars daily for hundreds of deputy tax assessors to be appointed by civil service throughout Ohio after January. The move aims to standardize salaries as part of a statewide overhaul of tax assessment duties.
Mrs J H Dickens visits friends in Zanesville. Mr and Mrs Al Baker and daughter Katherine return home in Zanesville after visiting Mr and Mrs Charles Mast.
Florence Lawrence stars in The Spender a Victor two reel drama with story by Hamilton Osborne and dramatization by F Marian Brandon. A burlesque Curses Said the Villan features Ramona Langley Donald McDonald Lee Moran Eddie Lyons and Russell Bassett by Nestor. A second feature will be announced later. Matinee daily at 1 30.
The funeral was held at The Bair Undertaking Co chapel on Wednesday at 2 o clock with Rev H W Rosenberger officiating. The body lay in state at the Bair establishment and hundreds of friends viewed the remains. Interment followed at Northwood cemetery. Dennis clothes advertised. A J Bennett left Tuesday for New York City to meet his wife and daughter Marjorie and bring them home.
The December 6 examination yielded no certificates as most candidates took only part of the test since the law allows two sections. The next exam is scheduled for Saturday January 3, 1914.
Night and day examinations offered by Dr James Early in room 11 over Postoffice. January one year only. One dollar off on a good glasses pair if bought before Christmas trade peaks this month. Glasses can be reserved for Christmas gifts with a small deposit.
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