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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1909
Page
4
December 23 in American history notes two military figures: General James Wilkinson a Revolutionary War and War of 1812 veteran born in 1757 died in 1825 and Rear Admiral Francis Asbury Roe U S N a Civil War veteran born in 1823 died in 1901.
Sun sets at 4 36, rises 7 20 with moonrise at 6 31 p m and again at 12 18 a m The moon reaches greatest libration to the west, marking a notable shift in sky visibility for observers tonight.
A concise reflection on time passing and its elusive nature attributed to Ovid. The line notes that years slip by unnoticed as moments of life drift away.
The Ohio State Journal argues that discipline in Maine should alert to a broader need for vigilance. It states the Progressive movement is country wide and not confined to Iowa or Kansas, and that wherever the Republican party exists, its voice calls for Lincoln and McKinley era Republicanism.
The post office department faces a deficit exceeding 17 million dollars with losses in second class mail at 64 million and rural delivery at 28 million. Free mail and executive handling costs add hundreds of thousands to the burden, while railroad transportation costs approach 50 million.
A full blooded French poodle male pup aged three months is house trained and offered cheap for immediate sale. Located at Stevenson’s harness shop Mall on Thede Stevenson 306 Clark Street OF. 98-31.
Bernard Ball, second vice president of the Philadelphia & Reading railroad, suddenly went violently insane in his office and was removed to an asylum today.
The Princess offers a solid vaudeville bill with excellent moving pictures. The same show runs tonight and Wednesday. Ladies’ souvenirs available tomorrow night.
Marriage licenses issued to Reason A. Wilson and Eliza beth Allman with Rev J W Ashwood to officiate. George O Walters and Sarah B Shyrock from Wheeling Township. Will of George W Brown deceased. Commission to take election of widow filed. Estate of Salista P Draper deceased. Bond filed and letters testamentary granted to W H Stevens. Mrs Mary Hind of Buckeye Mines adjudged insane. she was moved to State hospital amid statements of demonic pursuit and self harm inclinations.
Governor Noel appoints Colonel James Gordon of Vicolona to fill the U.S. Senate seat until the legislature elects a successor on January 18. Gordon is not to run, leaving a crowded field led by Var daman with about a dozen candidates in the Mississippi contest.
Laurel Delaware December 28 William G Rawlens aged nineteen died on a load of burning hay as two horses spooked toward home. Neighbors saw the horses sprinting with flames in front of them and reached Rawlens’ house too late to save him.
The Salvation Army distributed about forty baskets with coffee sugar chicken bread butter apples potatoes and jellies in Cambridge and Byesville. A Byesville program saw candy nuts oranges and a crowd enjoy a ship stage with presents and a Santa Claus visit. Community support came from numerous donors and a coal donation fed thirty families. a scale and low coal price helped weigh and supply the distribution.
Two crowded houses applauded the Orpheum bill last night. Tommy Overholt showcased energetic singing and dance while Delmo delivered a fresh juggling act. The Fool's Revenge, Scenes from the World's Largest Pigeon Farm, and The Midnight Supper were praised as extra good. Tonight's performances repeat at 7 and 8 15.
General Manager W A Gibbs of the Midland Power and Traction Co adopts a company wide badge plan. All staff from managers to car barn hostlers wear badges reading MP and T Co Employe with individual numbers. The system mirrors policies in larger cities and marks employment status for every employee.
Guests from Monday to Wednesday included Miss Dallas Bond of Estes Park Colorado Misses Maud and Mary Bond of Solo Mr and Mrs J H Bond daughter Zula of Love City and Albert Bond of Ilowa.
Dr J K Vorhies Port E Gibson and Dr C L Casey stockholders received notices announcing a dividend declaration by Conner Rich Oil and Gas Co The amount was not disclosed but described as sufficient to pay one half of the investment for the first quarter The company has one producing well Dr Vorhies serves as president and T L Rich as secretary.
G M Fleming of 320 North Fourth street, employed at the Guernsey Steam Laundry, cultivates mushrooms in his cellar and offers them for sale at fifty cents per pound. He says a large quantity is available with special prices for hotels, restaurants, and banquets. Orders should be telephoned to the Guernsey Steam Laundry.
Al W. Martin presents the world's greatest production of Uncle Tom's Cabin at the Colonial Theatre tonight. The show fuses traditional staging with circus elements and adds high class specialties to create a complete evening of entertainment. Tickets are 25 35 and 50 cents with seats at Brenan and Wilson's Postoffice store.
J. H. Marling, living five miles north of the city, has bought the Judge J. W. Campbell farm of 150 acres, located about half a mile below Oldhams Station and adjoining Marling's own land. The price and terms were private.
All members are requested to attend the regular meeting on Tuesday evening. Business of importance to be discussed.
The ad urges readers to stop complaining about high living costs and to focus on market conditions and practical spending. It references the local paper page head “Under the Market” and is dated 98-21.
The advertisement lists numerous price quotes for flour sugar beans soap oats and canned goods along with household staples and a call to patronize the shop. It highlights brands such as Silver Leaf Pillsbury and Ceresota with varying per unit prices and quantities.
Hearing test confirms Baldwin pianos outperform others at the same price. J. D. Van Atta advertises cash or payments with special holiday prices at 906 Wheeling Ave between Ninth and Tenth streets.
The Past Sachems of Hockhocking Tribe No 58 Imp O R M postponed their Hotel Murray meeting from Monday to Wednesday to arrange for the District No 5 gathering in Cambridge. Ad for Atkin's Jewelers nearby. Dec 3 1 mo.
Mr Lightmaker of Lancaster and Miss Lucile Nicholson along with Hoopen of New Philadelphia attended the Phi Sig dance hosted by the campus society.
Drs. J. E. Secrest and H. L. Stewart, dentists, operate on the second floor of the Central National Bank building in Cambridge. Phone service is listed as Bell 422-R. The notice appears dated November 23.
J. P. Adair now based in San Francisco California spent a weekend with his son Charles Adair and Judge and Mrs J A Troette before returning to Chicago on Sunday evening.
Money deposited with The Guernsey Building and Loan Co. earns interest immediately and at 3, 6, 9 or 12 month intervals. E. A. Scott, Secretary, Cambridge Ohio. Dec. 1. court house, Dec. 3-1 mo.
See our line of groceries and feeds before buying elsewhere. R. B. Brothers and Son advertise country produce and invites shoppers to Dewey Avenue store. H. LeGrand Williams, doctor of optics, promotes near and re fit free afterwards with a Christmas offer dated December 1 and continuing.
Mrs 8 A Craig Jr returned Saturday from a visit with relatives in Delaware Columbus and left Sunday night to visit her sister Miss Martha Weat fall in New York City. She will be away about one month.
Grace Pinkett and Hattie Dervin present a musical and literary entertainment at the A. M. E. church on January 11 1910. Featured performers include Mrs Alice Singer Buford and cornet soloist Mr Glenn Kelley of Rendville Ohio with Miss Ethel Harding of Marietta as accompanist. The program starts promptly at 8 oclock.
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