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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1905
Page
4
Notice describes Democratic Central Committeemen of Guernsey County called to meet Saturday July 29 1905 at 1 pm at the Jeffersonian office. Mentions Gov Herrick bear hunting in Oregon and criticism of funds allegedly obtained improperly and to be returned, plus reform aims and campaign stance for pure government.
The piece accuses party bosses of long term corruption in Pennsylvania and Ohio, claiming twenty four and twelve years respectively with no meaningful reform. It argues for purging them from the public arena, urging voters to stand against graft despite political consequences.
The Jewett Car Works Co of Newark joins a vast 17-firm combine capitalized at 30 million to control production across the United States. J. C. Stewart, famed contractor, will lead the new holding, with underwriting from New York banks and plants scattered in St. Louis Philadelphia Elizabeth Troy Paris and more.
The Wall Street Journal reports United States Steel Corp will announce net earnings on July 25. It suggests first half profits cover interest and sinking fund charges and preferred dividends, with undivided profits likely to add to year end surplus well above 1904 figures. After declaring net earnings, the company allocates funds for interest, sinking funds, depreciation, extinguishment, construction, and repairs before dividends.
Postmaster James R Barr and team report rural delivery totals for year ending June 30 1905 in Guernsey County. Data lists carriers J L Collison James Atchison Charles McMunn W McConaha Bean and J J Pees with numbers of registers letters cards newspapers circulars packets and total pieces plus postage collected. A homecoming event is announced for August 6 near Noble County with promoter N B Wharton of Ashland Wisconsin inviting former residents to reunite.
Nelson T. Gant a former slave, pioneer citizen and philanthropist in Zanesville, died at his home on Zanesside Friday evening at age 84. A respected Ohio figure, he rose from slavery to affluence through frugality and business acumen, amassing hundreds of acres and city holdings. He long led in the African M. E. church, serving as trustee and steward.
The Guernsey County Sunday School Association Executive committee met at the Berk at hotel Cambridge with Rev J M Shafer Rev W J Wilson Rev W S Shire J A Crow Mrs W L Roden Mrs J J Ferguson Anna Colvin and Dr Joseph Clark state secretary present to plan the coming year Miss Anna Colvin was appointed field worker for the county and extensive plans were laid to expand work in townships and hold a field day in Cambridge early autumn possibly Byesville and Pleasant City. The next county convention site to be decided at the follow up meeting. The treasurer reported all accounts active with funds in the treasury. The association has passed its most previous years in existence. ANNA COLVIN.
A garbled passage discusses Aspewriter style politics and a question about whether Mt Vernon would be better or worse if a proposed voting measure had passed. It references health topics and generic terms without clear names or dates. The text lacks coherent facts to identify a definite event or outcome.
A Cambridge driver known as Mr Treat repeatedly sped his large car along Wheeling Avenue between six and seven on a Friday night, nearly colliding with pedestrians and street cars. Complaints to police and Mayor Smallwood yielded no action. During a later ride with Lykes and Vorhies, the vehicle hit a breaker near a hill, tossing Mr Sykes from the car and leaving a scalp wound needing 14 stitches. the return trip proceeded with care.
At Monday night’s meeting presided by Mr. Cook, the council passed an ordinance to accept Alex Sarchet’s addition after the reading of minutes. Sarchet will receive 1000 for opening and grading Gomber avenue. Committees were appointed to report on various street improvements and sewers.
A July 27 picnic and reunion will feature Adam Brent's Drum Corps Cambridge and Sons of Veterans from nearby camps. The program lists multiple addresses and speakers including Samuel W. Luerorek, Capt. J. Parkes, and A. B. Mewatt, with camp fire music and a luncheon at noon. Bring baskets and wear badges to welcome visitors as organized by Frank Stone.
Graft to startling form disclosed in Zanesville joint city and county workhouse management. J Hope Sutor, expert accountant, filed report with the county auditor exposing losses, loose methods, and unclear records. The investigation, requested by council, highlights a $4,019.03 three year operating loss and calls for reform.
A lyrical meditation on a diamond hidden from light and sought by Clara in sorrow. The speaker longs to be worthy enough to shine upon her hand, praising the gem’s glow and the claim that Clara earned the prize with anger and merit.
The Flint Glassworkers convention opened in Martins Ferry with brief morning talks and an afternoon session. A committee to meet visiting lamp chimney manufacturers was formed, and the auditing report showed the union’s finances better than a year ago. Delegates later toured Coney Island with local and outside glassworkers in attendance.
Sustan Meier predicts hot weather and disaster across July to September. He warns of Saturn’s ascendant bringing shipwrecks fires and floods in Coney Island Manhattan earthquakes in Asia and danger to the Breckion Bridge. The subway wall cave in and the stock market may suffer. The forecast ends with a claim of personal honor for the astrologer amid a local death notice for the Hawthornes’ young son.
The annual meeting of the National Editorial Association convened in Guthrie Oklahoma June 7 8 and 9 drawing the largest gathering of editors press reps and accompanying ladies in its twenty year history. Delegates traveled by luxury rail runs from St Louis to Guthrie via the M K and railway companies enjoying formal receptions and civic festivities. Notable attendees included Prof J R Campbell and William C Tedrick Esq with the Federal judges in attendance. The group toured several towns and enjoyed reunions as railroads and local organizations hosted visits across the territory.
Miss Helen Ditto of Cambridge won the witest contest last week with Mrs. Jesse Ferbrache. A well linked telephone line in Pleasant Valley is now connected by George Ulaggett. An auto party passing through Saturday evening reportedly caused concern if repeated. Frank Geese threshed J. J. Oldham and B. F. Morrison wheat from the shock on Monday and Tuesday. Mrs. Elizabeth Ferbrache is in critical condition after a third stroke with no hope of recovery. David Allender and his wife of Poor Slaughter Lil spent Sunday with her father B. F. Bighard.
Community notices report a social at M F B church on Saturday evening July 2 with a Tartle T social following. Several local residents are noted visiting relatives and recovering from illnesses while upcoming speakers and a plentiful dinner are planned for an event on Thursday July 27 at the local venue with a long list of speakers including Rev N B Stewart and Hon F T Eaglegon.
Antrim residents such as Eva Parkinson and Jennie Stewart visit Winterset and Steubenville. Visitors include Mrs. Stervey Campbell of Stramsburg and Mrs. Belle Powers of Pittsburg. Rev. W. KR. McMoon attends a Young People's Synodical convention in Steubenville. Bert Dean and Pride visit from Benwood. A daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Lawrence on July 4, 1405 is noted. John Burris is gravely ill, with poor recovery prospects. Reverend McLend to lead Presbyterian pulpit this summer. Hattie Boyd from Columbus spends July and August with her parents. Violet Barrett of Barnesville visits Marion near here. Mrs. George Anderson and two sons from Cambridge visit locals. Mrs. Wm. Cunningham and Minnie from Newark stay with Stockdale family.
Miss Essie Warner of Cambridge visits Miss Marty Carliste east of town. Prof Wolfe of Quaker City to lecture before the Normal on Wednesday. Mrs J G Clark of Eyesville in town Saturday. Miss Mabel Frame returns from Senecaville visit. David Luzadder of Indianapolis visiting his father Jacob Luzadder. Joseph Voorhees home from East Liverpool nursing a broken arm. Mrs Mary Chambers buried at Elizabeth town cemetery. Latimore Clageott of Cambridge in town Monday. A J Luzadder received a chameleon from son-in-law Winbur Scott of Denver. Frane of Columbus visits Frame family. Born July 15 1905 to Mr and Mrs Wm Fulton a daughter. Miss Hattie Conwell's 16th birthday party. Moonlight picnic at our fair grounds by Cambridge youths. Mrs Walter Hartshorn arrives from Toledo to visit grandmother Mrs Margaret Baker. Rev Wim Hackley of Newton Pa in town. Willisome noted among Washington alumni rising in life. Mrs Bertha Uinam and nephew Charles Hyatt of Cambridge visit Annie Gouth. Mrs Mary Voorhis ill for several days. Mr and Mrs Wilbur Boden and Dorothy visit from Cambridge. Editor Amos gives Normal a rousing address and attends Washington Love City ball game. score favoring Washington. Mrs Sarah McCulloch visiting daughter in Cleveland. Mrs T J Tener returns from two weeks with daughter in Coropolis Pa. Lost bill book marked First National Bank Barnesville on Antrim road between Institute school and Redecker’s. contains four paper dollars. Finder please leave at Lawrences shoe store for reward.
BLOOMING GROVE Mrs Sam Hayes and children visit parents Mr and Mrs Shipes and Mrs Hackley of Washington. Mrs Louise Waller and Mrs Sarah Waller spend week with Reinmather as Robt Vorates rests in feeble health. Edward Pulley and Finmet head north for summer. Miss Cora Welling visits. Mrs Manda Pulley attended last Tuesday. Qyr sehuel to be taught by A M Allender this winter. Miss Mabel Mathers of LeRoy, D, visiting A K room on Highland avenue.
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