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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1908
Page
4
A brewing scandal in the Navy Department may become a potent factor in the presidential contest. Observers see potential political stakes as the issue unfolds, with analysts weighing impact on public support and party dynamics.
The Foraker people in Ohio threaten to appeal to the law against Taft’s primary plan if not persuaded they are the weaker faction. The note cites the New York World.
Twelve good and lawful men in Idaho dispute the President's view on who are undesirable citizens. Petti bone is named in the Haywood denunciation.
A New Hampshire labor organization has set the pace of opposition to Taft’s candidacy with a series of resolutions poised to resonate nationwide. The piece notes strenuous times ahead in national politics.
Secretary Taft shows a dramatic shift in stance toward organized labor. He writes to Secretary Lewis of Martins Ferry revealing a radical change on ex parte injunctions, previously favored on the federal bench, marking a notable pivot by a prominent leader.
The weather bureau harshly tests candidates facing a mid winter canvass with freezing ears and cold feet. Pneumonia and influenza loom, making the endeavor a sad but necessary condition. Even so the candidates must keep a cheerful surface despite inconvenience.
A Times-Recorder notice hints at Speaker Eagleson as a running mate for Governor Harris. The piece raises concern that Freeman T Eagleson could be a dangerous candidate for the confession nomination and suggests a covert effort to sidetrack a dark horse. Eagleson is described as young but capable of recognizing the point.
The New Concord Enterprise criticizes Gen R B Brown for failing to uphold moral standards as editor of the Zanesville Courier. It contends he neglects the fight for good morals in regard to liquor selling and Sabbath desecration, reflecting the village tone of its community.
Copies of Gov Harris' message to the General Assembly are widely distributed and urged for careful reading. The document outlines practical suggestions for Commonwealth interests and institutions, noting an estimated general revenue appropriation of 1500000 for the year ending November 15, 1908, up 500000 from the prior year.
The piece notes Dawes pledging Taft allegiance and leaders hinting at his effect on his own bid. It suggests Gen Brown and the Black community may back Taft, with Joyce seen as a Taft supporter rather than a Foraker candidate. Guernsey is described as groomed and ready for a possible dark horse surge.
The living issue before the Ohio legislature is county local option. A bill like the former Senator Rose bill has been introduced and Rose plans to reintroduce his original measure early next week. Supporters and opponents brace for a likely clash as the outcome remains unpredictable.
The piece discusses Senator Foraker and allies pursuing a Brownsville inquiry amid legal questions about Taft primaries. It argues the call may be illegal and that county funds were used, with Democrats and Republicans funding the effort. The legal balance and “taxation without representation” claim are weighed.
Muskingum county joins two others in contest for the congressional nomination. Gen. RB Brown leads Taft faction with J. Jennings and Frank P. Haines also strong. Washington county may field a candidate with Dawes at home, possibly Guernsey’s Joyce. Committee disarray and rule disputes cloud plans as midwinter primary or convention looms. County leadership strained by congressional scramble.
The piece argues Gov. Harris should advocate a county option for intoxicating liquor sales, noting the referendum principle allows counties to decide locally. Critics miscast his position. while facing pressure, Harris aims to let voters decide rather than bow to city versus country lines.
The national committee and Ohio's Sixth district face a tangled dispute over proposed direct primaries for selecting congressional district delegates. Lawyers suggest referring the matter to George B. Cox and General Grossepore as a final court. Foraker supported the plan but the action reveals deeper tensions within the party.
The piece reports a factional clash at a convention affecting Mr Dawes plans for a Government building in Ulmbridge. If Dawes loses to a Guernsey county rival, he may abandon the project and pass it to his successor, with Cambridge set to lose. The Cambridge enabling act failed to pass before primaries, hindering Dawes's leverage.
The Henry Circuit Court across judges reverses a prior ruling in Christ Dieh Brew Co. vs. Spencer. It holds that a brewing company operating wholesale and maintaining a separate cold storage and daily direct deliveries from orders taken by a solicitor becomes a trafficker in intoxicating liquors under the revised statutes and the Dow tax act.
Hon. Leslie M. Shaw once a Treasury secretary is nearly eliminated as a presidential candidate by the Iowa State Central committee. Labeled as a reactionary, he is sidelined by homefolk while maintaining ties to Wall Street financiers from his cabinet days.
Columbus, Jan 14. Ohio lawmakers plan a long session into April with two major interruptions from Republican primaries Feb 11 and the March 3 4 convention. The piece notes possible beat for Lt. Gov Eagleson, party boss influence in selecting tickets, and the ongoing Karb sheriff case impacting party dynamics.
Center Point Harry Frick reports a six legged calf. Pittsburg Estelle Metz dies from scalds after boiler incident. Bradford Martin Cain gives wife earnings to cover grocery debt. Beaver Minnie Harton dies by rat poison after husband’s Christmas death. Philippi Jake Hill faces murder trial. Huntington gas leak explosion injures John Haberle. Philadelphia DaCosta appeals denied by Supreme Court. Alliance John Verons shoots laborer in quarrel. injuries not fatal. Pottsville Fahy to seek congress seat supported by factions. Cincinnati Citizens Telephone collapses into receivership in Clermont county. Harrisburg J W Carpenter appointed Lackawanna judge. Tiffin Mary Schreiber marks 100th birthday. Altoona railroad shop workers hours cut. Toledo Norwalk Steel creditors seek bankruptcy. Mount Joy J H Einer attends 156 Sunday sessions. Wheeling skeleton found in ice linked to a Negro shooting. Washington pipeline spill dumps 300 barrels of petroleum. Fryburg fire destroys several businesses in Clarion county.
Mrs Joseph Todd dies at about seventy five after a year of poor health. Survived by her husband and six children. Funeral at the family home Tuesday morning then burial at Northwood Cemetery. Message received from Love City confirming the death.
John Hicks of Kimbolton marries Mrs Myrtle Gallagher of the city in a quiet ceremony before Squire Lindsey. This is Myrtle Clark Valent ine Gallagher Hicks third marriage, with prior unions to William Ellis Gallagher and a first spouse named Valentine.
The Times-Recorder notes Hon. T. Eagleson as a capable presiding officer for the senate and portrays him as reluctant to seek a political gravesite in an imagined bid for lieutenant governor, without firm intent or enthusiasm.
Chicago January 14 wheat futures declined nearly two cents on heavy long sales. May delivery posted a net loss of 1 9 1/2 cents. Corn and oats were mixed with oats down 47 1/2 cents. May options closed wheat 104 14104? corn 60 oats 53.
Corn and oats advance mixed across grades while hay prices hold at high levels. Eggs and dairy show varied quotes with cheese and butter moving modestly. Cattle receipts totaled 125 loads with a strong to steady market. sheep and lambs receipts 2 double decks with lambs weaker. Hog receipts 140 double decks with all grades around 4.35 to 4.40.
The Guernsey County Republican Central Committee endorsed William H Taft for eight votes to the Ohio State Convention March 3 and 4, while Foraker was left without support. The meeting in the probate court room drew broad turnout as candidates pressed for influence and debate on county convention timing. The motion passed with no dissent, while session discussions indicated a heated midwinter political climate. Aaron Patterson proposed holding the county convention after corn planting in May.
A roll call demanded by Attorney A L Stevens ended 20 to win. Hugh Eymer of Salesville moved to hold county primaries on May 2 and the convention on May 5. A committee set delegate quotas at one per 25 votes or fraction, distributing across many townships and precints including Adams, Cambridge, Center, Jackson, Jefferson, Knox, Madison, Salesville, Ohio counties listed with varied delegate totals.
In a tense session Taft gains a boost as R V Acheson moves to empower a five member committee to apportion districts by Republican votes. George Dugan objects that it robs voters of choice while W F Padgite cites state rules allowing electors to petition to place names on the ticket with ten signatures.
A motion to adjourn was defeated 20 to 16 after Padgitt’s attempt. Acheson then withdrew his motion and the committee adjourned.
The committee did not endorse Hon. James Joyce as Guernsey's congressional candidate. He is the only son of Guernsey to announce his candidacy and a public boom was expected to begin today. The failure sparked street commentary all afternoon in the city.
S. D. Floyd of Love City filed his report today as justice of the peace. He has served twenty four years in the office and has entered upon a new four year term, a remarkable record.
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