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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1913
Page
5
A well to do citizen travels to Cambridge to buy chicken feed and sparks town chatter as locals exaggerate his trip. The store visit appears tied to a poultry show ruse, with the inside humor kept within the local feed store circle.
J T Lapage spent Monday in Columbus for undisclosed business or visit. No further details about purpose or events are provided in the fragment.
Newton Phillips of Charleston West Virginia spent Sunday in Cambridge visiting friends and sightseeing.
Mrs James Edwards of Byenville and Mrs Myrtle Chalfant of Trail Run were in Cambridge on Monday for unspecified activities, adding to local social visiting.
Poultry Show opens Wednesday with entries from 15 to 21 exhibitors expected to display birds. Organizers invite the public to attend and judge competition across single and multiple classes.
C. C. Cosgrove visited Byesville on Tuesday to assist in relocating the fixtures and records of the State Bank to its new building.
Miss Gertrude Sonnefeldt departed Tuesday to visit friends in Wheeling, making her a short trip to the Ohio Valley city.
Mrs A Beach and her daughter Mrs P J Blaksley departed Tuesday for a visit in Zanesville.
W. B. Shepherd left Tuesday for Steubenville where he will be employed in a new position.
Advertisement in the issue touts the Jeffersonian 1913 Ohio Almanac with the latest state statistics and data highlights. It promotes updated figures likely covering population, economy, and public metrics for readers seeking reference information.
W. A. Morrison of Summerfield stopped in Cambridge Tuesday while en route to Zanesville, arranging onward travel.
S C Carnes was in Columbus Monday transacting business and attending the inauguration.
Mrs. Mary Craig of Freeport returns home Tuesday from a pleasant visit with her daughter Mrs. Fred Harrison.
J. R. Smith of Byesville was in Cambridge on Tuesday while en route to Columbus.
Mrs Hiram Gunn departed Tuesday to visit relatives in Kimbolton.
Mrs. 8S. E. Durant of Love City goes shopping in Cambridge on Tuesday.
Mrs George Wright of Kimbolton returned home Tuesday after visiting relatives in Cambridge.
William's announces an 80 day stock reducing sale of everything in the jewelry line running from December 27 to January 1. Prices are cut across rings, bracelets, watches, and necklaces with marked savings. Local shoppers are invited to browse the selection and take advantage of the period pricing.
Miss Elva Stoutt and Miss Maynola Clark, students from Muskingum College, visited Cambridge for a shopping outing on Tuesday.
H. W. Chadwell of Kimbolton was a business caller in Cambridge on Tuesday, visiting local firms and discussing commerce.
R. H. Spencer of Quaker City traveled to Cambridge on Tuesday en route to Newcomerstown with a stopover noted in local travel chronicles.
J B Hutton of St Clairsville was summoned to Love City due to the illness of Mrs Nancy Reed, arriving to assist and provide support during her condition.
W. C. Nichols of Hartford traveled through Cambridge on Tuesday while on his journey to Wheeling.
Miss Elizabeth Chadwell of Kimbolton goes shopping in Cambridge. The brief item notes her presence in the city and nearby town.
Daniel Braniger of near Birmingham returned Tuesday from Alaska where he had lived for 16 years. He had previously visited home four years ago on a short visit.
Howard Watson of Rix Mills was in Cambridge on Tuesday for undisclosed reasons.
Mrs Clyde Cox of New Kensington Pa visits relatives for a few days accompanied by Mrs Joseph Hartill Jr who will be her guest during the stay in the area.
A compact note highlights a large advertisement in The Jeffersonian issue referencing Ohio Alma nac 1913 as a great reference book for readers seeking historical material.
The Thoburn Standard Bearers held their January meeting at Mrs. G. M. Fleming’s home on Foster Avenue with forty members attending. A program of music and readings followed the business session, and a social hour with refreshments ended the evening. Aims included recruiting new members and sending $6.00 from the Christmas offering to support missionary girls abroad.
The Maccabees held a regular gathering in the K of P hall with Kathryn Kidd in charge of installations. Officers installed included Sadie Dallas as Lady Commander and Rose Dodds as lieutenant commander, followed by a social at Eaton's restaurant honoring Mrs. Mary Riechen who now lives in the western states.
Mrs W L Boden of East Steuben ville avenue issued invitations for a reception Friday honoring her daughter in law Mrs Harold Boden. Afternoon hours are from three to five and evening eight to ten with Mr Harold Boden sharing honors in the evening.
Dr and Mrs G W Hixon hosted a Monday night Picnic Club gathering for club members and guests. The event honored Mr and Mrs Thomas Pyles who depart January 21 for a southern pleasure trip. Members listed include Rev and Mrs R A Elliott Dr and Mrs T C White Dr and Mrs W G Lane and others.
Mrs. H. H. Meeks of North Eighth street entertained at dinner Monday evening as a complimentary event for Miss Eu lala Nelson of Claysville. Covers were set for eight.
Forty members of the Young People's Society of the First United Presbyterian church attended the regular monthly business and social meeting on Monday evening. The gathering featured reports, discussion, and planned activities for the coming month.
Mr and Mrs Harold Boden returning to Cambridge after a west wedding tour were surprised by fraternity brothers in a playful kidnaping prank. The couple, joined by Miss Dorothy Boden, were escorted to an automobile and driven around the city before a Lyric theater party with reels and jokes. Alpha Pi organized the festive evening ending with a club smoker.
The Class 14 group of the First M. E. Church will meet Thursday evening at the home of William Mercer in West View.
John A Colvin of Newcomers town was a business caller in Cambridge on Tuesday. He met local traders and discussed potential partnerships and market opportunities.
George Arnold a prominent Belmont county lawyer died Monday January 14 after a brief illness of grip He was widely known in local legal circles and public life for decades with funeral services pending in the county.
Ferdinand Moore left Tuesday for a short visit with his daughter Mrs W C Stewart in Barnesville.
Miss Ollie Bell of Kimbolton returned home Tuesday after a visit with Mrs. Fred Moore.
Ed Milhon of Cumberland was in the city today transacting business and greeting friends.
Mrs. Mary Kemp of Kimbolton is visiting her daughter Mrs. A D Stachler of Madison Avenue.
Pleasant City resident Miss Jennie Cochran was observed shopping in Cambridge, where she visited several stores and interacted with local shoppers during a routine outing.
The infant son of Mr and Mrs Harry Davis of Clark Street died Monday afternoon at 1 oclock after a brief illness. The private funeral was held at the parents home Tuesday afternoon at 2 oclock conducted by Rev S W Rosenberger pastor of the M P church. Interment was made in Northwood cemetery.
Columbus January 14. Fatal accidents rose to 136 in Ohio mines last year, the highest in five years, per President John Moore at the state miners convention. He urged stricter laws and enforcement, an anti screen law, amendment of workmen’s compensation and child labor laws, and noted no strike or relief payments in the state.
Hazel Siegfried of South Cambridge, about 14, was arrested Monday night by Sergeant Meredith on a delinquency charge and jailed due to lack of city accommodations. Officials plan to place her in an institution for reform. Three other intoxicated individuals were picked up Monday night by Meredith and Officer Gibson.
Ethel Montgomery expresses gratitude to the girls of the glove factory and the Sunday School class for kindness and flowers during her illness.
Royal Neighbors announce a meeting this evening to install officers. All members are requested to attend.
Miss Irene Cannon of Zanesville returned home Tuesday after working as a nurse in Cambridge.
A. P. Frame of Washington was in the city Tuesday for undisclosed purposes. The visit followed recent events and drew attention from local residents and officials.
W. S. Mackey of Scranton Pennsylvania visits Cambridge this week representing the International Text Book Co to promote sales and distribute catalogs.
Harry W. Amos has returned from a visit to Columbus, noting experiences and observations from the trip. Local residents expect he will share further details at upcoming community meetings.
Mrs. A. L. Morrison of R. D. 10 traveled from Cambridge Tuesday en route to Columbus to visit her sister Mrs. Wm. Fisher.
Mrs. M. H. Palmer of Byesville was in Cambridge on Tuesday for a short visit, strolling through town and meeting local residents.
Mrs Thomas Mackey of Wheeling travels to Byesville likely for a visit or relocation. The note records a move or trip with minimal details and no additional context.
Mrs. Caroline Birch of Byesville is listed in a social notice in the Byesville and Zanesville area. The record notes her residence and connection to local events or circles.
Mrs. Anna Dennis of Zanesville is linked to Cambridge and Byesville relatives in a short ancestral note. Her family connections tie these Ohio communities together through extended kinship.
F J Huber of Coshocton made a business call in Cambridge on Monday. He met local merchants and discussed potential opportunities for regional trade.
Bryce Keller and Clay Miley of Senecaville visited friends here on Monday, details limited.
Attorney C Ellis Moore spent Monday evening in New Concord on legal matters, moving between offices and courts as part of routine professional duties.
E. C. Price of Caywood was a visitor in Cambridge on Tuesday, stopping for unknown local engagements and brief greetings with residents.
Grant Turnbaugh of North 11th Street returned this morning from Columbus where he witnessed the inauguration and heard Billy Sunday.
Messrs. Jos Booth M L Sherrard and Pierce Donahue traveled to Columbus Tuesday to install the Bostonian line of shoes in the Globe Clothing Co store here.
Rev. Geo. E. Enterline has returned home from Newport in Washington county after a two week revival series. Heavy Ohio river floods hindered the meetings and slowed progress of his work.
W. R. Baker and A. O. Bauer were elected directors of the Zanesville People's Bank to replace the late C. Stolzenbach and W. T. Perry. The same two men were chosen for the Guardian Trust and Safe Deposit Co. with W. R. Baker and Jas. M. Bailey succeeding the deceased.
The council approved a new pay ordinance for the fire department raising chief pay to 5 dollars per fire and 2.50 for the assistant chief with additional per-call and meeting stipends. Police and other officials sought raises but delays and debt prevented broad increases. The semi annual appropriation ordinance set budgets for general safety health service and related funds.
Buckeye Lake outing teased with fifty stereopticon views of Summerland Beach Park to be shown at First Baptist church on Wednesday evening January 15. Ohio’s ideal summer resort depicted through lantern slides for local viewers.
Rules from Postmaster Hitchcock update parcels post classifications. Printed matter accompanying merchandise is permissable as descriptive matter with fourth class items. Order forms and bill heads qualify as fourth class. Medicine directions on a label are allowed. Registered mail to foreign countries may use parcels post or stamps but not insured. These rulings broaden limitations and benefit patrons.
A judge will be at the poultry show Wednesday morning. Mrs. Mary Gunn departed Tuesday for an event related to the show, with plans noted for attendance.
Mrs. G W Rasp departs Tuesday in Leechburg Pennsylvania to visit her parents and arrange matters in the family.
Mrs Alexander Morrison of Ant Valley departed Tuesday for Ville for a short visit, planning to stay briefly with relatives and friends.
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