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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1909
Page
4
An offer for a large stock of candies nuts and fruits at special low prices for Christmas gifts. Mention of M D Barkett successor to P G Thomas 1011 Wheeling avenue. Advertisement also promotes near and refit free optics service by H LeGrand Williams doctor of optics.
The circular lists a wide range of items including beans rice canned goods breakfast foods and baking supplies with prices shown for A and B grade items. It promotes the Blue Ribbon Brand and invites customers to compare and shop for value with a promise of good service and customer satisfaction.
On this date Plymouth Rock settlement founded in 1620. Georgia founder James Oglethorpe born 1688. Laura Bridgman born 1821. Fort Phil Kearny massacre occurs 1866 with 79 U.S. soldiers slain by Sioux. Henry Harland dies 1905. Notes on sunrise and winter solstice mark the year's shortest day.
A Washington Irving quote extols the home feeling as one of the choicest gifts a parent can bestow, reflecting warm family values and the treasured role of parental care.
Charles E. Jefferson writes that Christmas is glorious because it originates with a baby not human cunning. Kings may counsel, yet cannot conceive such beauty. God relied on a child to bring this marvel to earth.
State officials demand access to bank accounts holding public funds accusing secrecy of officers. Banks resist citing customer privacy while authorities seek evidence for former officers. Attorney general may ask U S Treasury to compel examinations of state and national banks to protect taxpayers. Dec 3.
A Cambridge clerk laments peak workload at the post office as rush season accelerates. Post Master James R. Barr reports Monday receipts nearly doubled from the same day last year, reflecting broader city spending and busy commerce this holiday period.
The performer known as Princess Colvin breaks a 300 pound stone on a hypnotized woman's chest and does comedy with other subjects. He plans a human arc light act passing current through a carbon in a volunteer’s mouth, creating a bright arc near the head. Other attractions and a dollar show for a dime with doors at 6:20.
Judge J H Mackey and former prosecutors Lemert and Sheldon secured a jury verdict for Angel Stigler against Ervin Guist et al in Marietta. The case challenged a codicil revoking a life farm inheritance for Agnes Stigler tied to Leonard Guist. Jurors found the codicil invalid after long deliberations.
Mrs Dr Ross Wells visits relatives in Martins Ferry. Fuller Green Co.'s chocolates praised at Sutton's. Attorney O V Wells to Murphy NC on legal business. Lloyd Adams of Coshocton County and Charlotte Johnson of Birds Run receive a marriage license. Dr H J Boyd returns from New York after his uncle's death.
We have just received a new shipment of fobs bracelets watch chains lockets etc Call in and see them S H Esely jeweler 92 41 Mrs Wm Evans of Newport Ky visiting her father Charles A Parker on Hyatt avenue she will remain here during the holidays
Classified note seeks a two or three room suite suitable for light housekeeping inquires at 806 Jefferson Avenue South Cambridge. Contact 92-31.
Enormous crowds filled the Orpheum last night with applause for the Lafayette sisters and George W Parvis. Edward Hart Mil e Bessie and Company offered a comedy sketch and impersonations of famous leaders. Moving pictures accompanied the lively program priced at 10 cents.
Probate filings show first and final accounts and hearings for Frances E. Galbreath Mary E Stage administer trustee, March 11 hearings for Ray Enochs guardianship and Calesta P Draper will admitted. Public sale notices and executors accounts for Mary Brislen John A Bliss James Gildea Mathew A Bay Hosea B Sigman matters listed.
January hearing in Columbus set for J A Lafollette treasurer of Guernsey county versus John Murray over Dow tax on Near Beer. Proceedings move after Guernsey county courts. Charles S Sheppard, prosecutor, notes Stockdale to represent defendant.
County Commissioners met in regular session Tuesday and approved the usual bills. E. E. Shepler formerly a druggist of Byesville now residing in Delaware was a guest of friends here Tuesday.
Full line of holiday goods including handkerchiefs mufflers neckwear scarfs shawls hosiery dolls toilet sets sweaters shirts hats umbrellas silk and cotton waists petticoats silk and cotton.
Cambridge still has a chance to secure an Ohio State League baseball franchise if fans and businessmen rally. President Quinn of the Ohio State League said the Columbus meeting to reorganize was postponed until after the holidays due to a New York City meeting. Local solicitors for stock sale held a sparse gathering at Roy Stevenson’s harness shop. no action taken, another meeting possible this week.
Ross W. Amspoker son of W C Amspoker of Westland township and Muskingum college 1907 graduate writes from the Philippines he is well enjoys the climate and his work He has been assistant principal of Tacloban high school for two years The Government transferred him to Dontongus 350 miles south and made him division superintendent of native schools overseeing forty schools He plans to spend next summer vacation at home with parents and friends.
The Hub presents a line of bath robes and house coats priced from four to twelve dollars.
A classified listing notes pipes pocketbooks toilet cases stationery perfumes and numerous other articles available at Sutton's with pricing 92-41.3.
I'. KE Geyer the sanitary grocer in the Bair building announces a change of advertisement in this issue. Read it.
Displayed by The Hub store the line of Holiday Mufflers ranges from 50 cents to 3 dollars. The items are presented as the most beautiful line the shop has shown.
The musical hit Three Twins drew a large audience Monday at the Colonial Theatre. Encores following every song reflected strong approval. Eveleen Dunmore led the chorus with new tableaux and striking electrical effects drew praise. Florence Sweatman and Gladys Hall highlighted pieces like The Hypnotic Kiss and Yama Yama Man.
Graham's advertizes a weekly sale featuring 3 lb selections of chocolate mixed candy, Hallow dates, California figs, Mascatell raisins, chocolate drops, fresh cream candy, Malega grapes, Florida oranges, apples, mixed nuts and English walnuts at 19 to 35 cents. Freshness and quality emphasized with the line If you get it at Graham's, it's good to eat.
Pure candies from 744c anb to Johnston Bitter Sweets along with fresh nuts fruits and a full line of Christmas trees holly baskets and fruit baskets. George Corey East End fruit man 1049 Wheeling Ave promotes quality Yuletide goods.
Hammered brass items are highlighted as a festive stocking stuffer at Sutton's. The shop promotes decorative pieces suitable for seasonal gifts, with a focus on brass craftsmanship and traditional holiday appeal.
Drs J E Pecrest and L Stew art announce dental office on the second floor of the Central National Bank building in Cambridge Ohio. Phone 422 R. Classified notice dated November 23.
Elwood Murphy, formerly of Cambridge and now a prominent Columbus attorney, was in Cambridge Monday night visiting friends and left Tuesday morning for St. Clairsville on legal business.
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