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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1908
Page
4
The Jeffersonian issue dated February 27, 1908 shows editors John M. Amos and T. E. Amos with business manager details. Subscription rates list 1.00 annually prepaid and 1.60 if not prepaid. paper filed at Cambridge post office as second class matter.
Impassioned citizens press Mr Joyce for meetings, framing the effort as self sacrificing patriotism and urging swift access to officials.
J P Mahaffey spends Saturday at home with friends. His health has improved since his first year in the senate and he has a firm grasp of district matters affecting local interests.
Mr Rose of Washington district faces a strenuous opposition bid at the convention to defeat him for renomination as the Rose County option bill moves to final house passage next Wednesday by special order.
In his interview and Columbus address Col. Bryan sums up the coming campaign as focusing on trusts tariffs and railroad questions. He argues the central issue is whether government will serve all the people or only a few.
State conventions and committees broadly back Taft for the Republicans or Bryan for the Democrats. The two are seen as the likely general presidential rivals, with endorsements aimed at opposing either candidate. Some eastern and middle states show weaker, half-hearted support or prefer favorite sons for complementary votes.
The Democratic convention in Columbus will nominate a state ticket and endorse William Jennings Bryan for president and James E. Campbell for U S senator. The speaker stressed organization, declar ing the party’s weakness is lack of structure and honesty as key issues.
Noble county papers dispute Columbus and others claiming Maywood Morris supports Foraker. They say Morris is an ardent Taft loyalist who will influence platform framing and Taft’s nomination. Though not as large as the president, his voice is described as resonant and strong.
The piece hints at Harry Toan potentially being released soon and notes his skill as a marksman. It mentions unlikely divorce or annulment proceedings with Evelyn and references E. K. Thomas of Zaavsville as the first to answer Evelyn’s ad from the witness stand.
The Caldwell Journal hails A M Morris of Caldwell as a Taft delegate chosen for his firm stand and as a longtime Taft supporter. The praise notes the Noble county Republican committee endorsed Taft early and Morris was among the district’s original Taft men.
The piece previews a major political proposition for Oregon voters and notes lively discussions, especially at Grange meetings. It cites a view from The Oregonian by a writer with insight into practical operation of the theory to aid public debate.
The Democratic state central committee of Ohio meets in Columbus on February 18 1908 and reaffirms support for William Jennings Bryan for the 1908 presidential nomination and the ensuing election.
The committee appointed by Speaker Eagleson risks angering the senate enough to revoke the Cincinnati Probe resolution. If that happens, George B. Cox would claim a major, bloodless victory in the political skirmish.
A test vote in the house on the Rose bill, made a special order for Thursday afternoon, stood 74 for and 28 against. Sixteen members were absent. if all had been present and voting no, the motion would have been carried by a large majority.
The article notes careful courtesy between candidates in deciding to respect each other’s turf. It mentions home delegations retaining prior rights and avoiding direct tampering, signaling a restrained political posture.
In Pittsburg children are forbidden to slide downhill on Sundays as a reform measure. The policy aims to curb rowdy behavior and deter future troublemakers among the working class, though it may not reach wealthier youths. The writer notes the move reflects a broader regional contrast in social restrictions.
Washington report notes James Joyce of Cambridge pursuing the Fifteenth Ohio District patronage after Karl Dawes delays, with Joyce consulting Senator Scott. Dawes advises patience, promising to handle district offices while in Congress as Joyce plans for campaign strategy and potential successor setup.
William Floyd aged twenty six died at his father Michael Floyd’s home one mile east of Love City on Wednesday February 19 1908 at 10 o’clock am from sciatic rheumatism after a year of suffering. He leaves a young wife daughter of the late James Tillett of Salesville. Funeral in Presbyterian church Friday at 10 am conducted by Rev F J Woollett Washington. interment in Senecaville cemetery.
The Cambridge disaster occurred after 11 o clock Saturday night when city car No 10 collided with interurban car No 7 near the Cambridge Glass Plant. One passenger Rose Clancey is dead and a score of others are dangerously wounded.
A crowded interurban and a city car wreck on a long trestle near Cambridge injuring many and killing Rose Clancey with Katherine Clancey surviving. Fire and ambulances rushed victims to Keenan's hospital as surgeons battled injuries into morning.
Reading fragment notes a scene following an almost indescribable moment on the front platform. The text provides limited detail about surroundings or actions, leaving the core moment vague and not fully captured in available lines.
Miss Clancey known as Katie lay in the hospital Sunday afternoon showing no pain and offering bright cheer to visitors. She calmly described the recent terrible ordeal as Jol ia We Rose and I rode the car at eleven and reached 11 05. The car was crowded and stood at the tip mill platform with Motorman Allison Fred Cale present.
Katherine Clance describes injuries and Rose’s death after a trolley derailment in Byesville. John Touvell reports tampering with the trolley pole by a likely intoxicated passenger as city riders return home. discusses injuries, crowd reaction, and police inquiries amid court news and probate updates.
Mrs Jane Lusk widow of James B Lusk died at her Knox township home on Friday evening after a brief illness. She was about 84 and survived by two children. A Mt Herman U P church member since childhood, she will be buried at the family cemetery after funeral Tuesday at 10 AM conducted by Rev J T Campbell.
From rheumatism aches and pains relief is claimed with a nightly drink of Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea. Brooks Sutton Druggist endorses the remedy as a health aid.
Capt M D Rodocker a well known Guernsey county resident and Civil War veteran died at his Fairview home Saturday evening from a paralysis stroke. He aged about 72, survived by his wife and two children Ross in Texas and Mrs W H Brown of Fairview. Rodocker served in the 200th and 115th regiments, later captain of Co D, mustered out in 1865, and was a member of the Guernsey Soldiers Relief Commission. Funeral at the family home Tuesday noon.
Naval Hivard reports four new submarine torpedo boats surpassed contract requirements and should be accepted. The vessels are said to be brought to peak efficiency, becoming crucial assets in armed defense.
A Cumberland Maryland woman writes George Caroth eos to deny that her husband is the Harry English named in a Coshocton Newcomerstown report. She states he has remained at home since January 4 and has not traveled to Coshocton or Newcomerstown, suggesting the report referred to another man with the same name.
Misses Martha Smith and Ada Stewart of Washington are visiting the city for a few days. Mrs. Chas. Brehm of Columbus is guest of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dunning. There will be preaching at Mt. Hermon U. P. Church by Rev. J. T. Campbell Sunday at 11 o clock.
James Norris died suddenly last evening at his son William Norris's home 225 Norsia 6th street at about 3 15. He had been crippled by paralysis since September but walked about until yesterday. He was born near West Alexander West Virginia August 8 1827 and married Ellen Yale May 24 1849. He and his wife moved through Barnes Mills Adams township and later to the city to live with their son. He leaves seven children Nan Secrest Mollie Rhodes Mabel Rankin Finley Norris Wa L Norris Florence and Ellen J. who died years ago. He was a devout Christian and longtime MP church member. He was a prominent farmer before moving to the city and is survived by many relatives including siblings and in laws in several states.
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