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Thursday June 4 190% entered at the Post Office Cambridge Onlo as second class matter.
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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1908
Page
4
Thursday June 4 190% entered at the Post Office Cambridge Onlo as second class matter.
For Governor Judson Harmon of Cincinnati. Lieutenant Governor David L. Rockwell of Kent. Supreme Court justices Hugh T. Mather of Sidney and George B. Okey of Columbus. Secretary of State J. H. Newman of Troy. Auditor W. Durbin of Kenton. State Treasurer D. S. Creamer of St Clairsville. Dairy and Food Commissioner David E. Ely of Jeromoville. State School Commissioner John A. McDowell of Millersburg.
The Guernsey County Democratic electors will meet June 6 1908 at 2 to 6 pm to hold primaries and select delegates and alternates for the county convention in Cambridge June 9 1908 at 11 am. Delegates are allotted by votes for Pattison in 1905 with 166 total. various precincts listed. Also nominating positions include Representative and county offices. Roosevelt as the leading Republican foe to Bryan noted. Bryan rests at his Nebraska farm as prosperity sounds fade.
The Rhode Island senator retorts to a jab from the President claiming he lacks brains, quipping that he would rather have sweetbreads than whee. The exchange underscores a sharp political clash and shows the senator’s quick rebuttal.
In the contest with the Probe committee of the legislature, George B. Cox appears to be sparring for time as the dispute unfolds.
The text argues that many politicians and Americans cling to the belief that Roosevelt will be nominated at the Chicago convention, reflecting widespread political expectation and doubt about the outcome.
Both Taft and Bryan agree publication of campaign contributions would be beneficial and both are confident such a law will not be enacted by the current Congress.
The court finds a reconciliation and appoints Evelyn Thaw as guardian for her husband. Her duties include managing his affairs and supervising him, with authority over his conduct and daily routines.
The piece argues that vast gold reserves could back any emergency currency, while congressmen show weakness in addressing a financial crisis. It predicts a future where western cities lead large deliberative bodies, with Denver hosting the Presbyterian General Assembly and Seattle producing the sole contestant, Kansas City currently hosting the present assembly, signaling the west increasing influence.
The article notes a complete harmonious settlement between local coal miners and operators reached last night. Representatives will meet Tuesday to sign two year agreements, seen as crucial for the community’s business interests.
The New York Herald asserts Taft will win the nomination on the first ballot at Chicago and Bryan will secure the two thirds plus nearly one hundred votes at Denver. The paper claims its figures are highly convincing and await Grosvenor’s confirmation.
The proposed emergency currency bill is unsatisfactory to the public and bankers alike. A Cambridge banker with long experience calls it an experiment lacking solid financial theory and credible practice, noting ample money but low confidence and currency inactivity.
The Guernsey county party unit approves the Wednesday reorganization led by chairman W. L. Finley, a well known Noble county native. Finley’s complete Pattison network allows quick, orderly setup. A. D. Follett of Marietta is praised as the district committee member.
The charges against District Attorney Jerome present a grave critique of a public official’s duties. One count notes inviting a man charged with crime to dine and urging him to dismiss his attorney and hire another suggested by the district attorney. The implication mirrors the danger of tampering with jurors or defense counsel.
Democratic senators and some Republicans opposed the Aldrith Emergency Currency bill but did not fully back Senator LaFollette and his two allies to block it. Critics say the opposition lacked sincerity and failed to avert passage.
The Jeffersonian Daily and Weekly raise capital to 30000 dollars and reorganize as a corporation. Directors include John M. Amos and H. E. Amos with Barber Smith and others. A new plant with Cox Duplex press will print about 6000 eight page papers per hour while the old plant remains for jobs.
The National Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee in Washington aims to distribute a campaign handbook by July 1. It seeks vigorous voter cooperation, local information, and financial contributions to aid the election of a Democratic Congress, with copies sent to donors. James T. Lloyd, Chairman.
The Columbus Dispatch argues against elaborate commencement attire and urges modest dress to reflect democracy in public schools. It extols sweetness of spirit over fashion excess and questions the need for wearing distinct outfits across multiple graduation events.
Copy discusses public doubt about silver certificates and greenbacks, arguing that emergency currency backed by bonds, commercial paper, rags, chips, and whetstones is safer. It claims greenbacks are kept out of circulation and dishonored and credits Senator La Follette for opposing the law signed by the President, while noting bankers and businessmen oppose circulation.
Cambridge Fourth Ward voters meet Friday June 5 between 3 and 5 PM to elect delegates to the convention and a central committeeman. The gathering will take place in Ted Jeffries’ storefront on South Ninth street. Fred Turner, Central Committee.
The Democratic voters of Precinct A in Cambridge First Ward meet at Port Gibson's office at Steubenville and Fourth streets on Saturday June 6 from 4 to 6 PM to elect delegates to the county convention and a central committee man.
Democratic voters of Ward 3 Cambridge will hold a primary in the Jeffersonian room downstairs Saturday June 6 from 3 to 5 pm to choose delegates to the county convention and elect central committeeman H. W. Amos.
Democratic voters in Lore City precinct Wills township will vote at the usual polling place on Saturday June 6 between 3 and 5 PM. Roger Kerrigan serves as the notice’s official.
Center township Lore City Precinct will hold a primary to elect delegates to the county convention and central committeeman at the regular voting place Saturday June 6 between 4 and 6 pm. J. W. RABE.
Democratic voters of Jefferson township will meet at Brady on Saturday June 6 from 4 to 6 PM to elect delegates to the county convention and a central committee man.
Democratic voters in Cambridge Township will hold a primary to select seven delegates to the county convention and central committeeman next Saturday from 4 to 6 p m at the usual voting place.
The Democratic voters of Westland Township assemble at the township house on May 29 1908 to elect three delegates to the county convention called to convene in Cambridge Ohio on June 9 1968. Polls open 1 pm close 3 pm. Harvey Watson.
Notice lists Madison township Antrim precinct voters to hold a poll on Saturday June 6 between 3 and 4 p m with W T B Harding as official.
The Democratic voters of Wheeling township will meet in convention in Wheeling on Saturday June 6 at 5 o'clock to elect delegates to the county or state meeting and set political guidance for the party in the region.
Voters in Knox township to convene at the regular voting place on Friday May 29 1908 to elect delegates to the county convention to be held in Cambridge Ohio on June 9 1908 Polls open 2 p m close 4 p m Seth Marlatt Central Committeeman
The Democratic voters of Center township will meet from 4 to 6 o'clock Saturday, June 6 to elect delegates to the county convention and a central committeeman. S. A. EAGLESON.
Democratic voters of Adams Towns are requested to meet at the township house on Friday June 5 1908 from 4 to 6 p m. M M Knox signed the notice for the meeting.
Democratic voters in Wills township will hold a primary to elect delegates to the county convention and central committeeman in the town hall on Saturday between 3 and 4 p m.
The Democratic voters of Washington corporation will meet at the usual place of voting June 6, 1908 at 2 p m to select delegates to the county convention.
Jackson township Democrats plan a primary convention at the usual voting place on Saturday June 6 between 4 and 6 PM to elect delegates to the mitteman John L Nicholson.
The Democratic primary for Precinct B, City of Cambridge, will be held in Geo. Schairer's room on Saturday, June 6, from 3 to 5 o'clock. James P. Turner, Congressman Burton has been selected to present Taft's name in the Chicago convention. An Ohio orator presenting an Ohio candidate highlights Buckeye state prominence in politics.
Carrie Ruth Saltz infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Jno Saltz of Byesville was born July 23 1907 and died May 20 1908. The funeral was at the M E church with interment in Byesville cemetery. Pallbearers were Gwendolin Jones Ruby Nicholson Ethel Mahon Hazel Vance.
Rev J J Wallace of Barnesville named editor of the Pittsburg Christian Advocate succeeding Rev Dr Smith elected Bishop. The Cambridge community praises Wallace’s promotion and notes his six years here as presiding elder of the Cambridge district with an excellent family. Sincere congratulations are sent.
Mrs. Chas Bishard is seriously ill at her Weedon avenue home. Henry Martin of Armstrong Mills visited today. Miss Edna McNurlan of South Seventh street leaves for a two week visit with sister Mrs Maude Hannum in Newark. Miss Minnie Sears of Columbus arrives tomorrow for a short visit with aunt Mrs John Barnett of Steubenville avenue. Mrs George Smith and her little son of North Seventh street returned Monday from New Philadelphia relatives.
The Campbell farm barn near Barnes Mills was struck by lightning Saturday evening and burned, with loss including over one hundred bushels of wheat, two tons of hay, and farm implements. A horse and a colt were saved, and Mrs Campbell and her son assisted in saving neighboring structures amid heavy rain.
Telegram from Alliance reports the death of Ex State Senator Silas J Williams a manufacturer at West Marwick Mass from a complication of diseases aged6 years He was a prominent delegate to both sessions of the East Ohio conference and well known to many.
The M. E. official board met to discuss the Centennial and named committees led by Rev. E. A. Jester as chairman. Executive committee includes W. H. Gregg and J. H. Satchet with several members, while invitations and program groups were organized. Ladies on the entertainment committee include Mesdames Sarchet Price Fordyce Haines and Deselm. The executive panel can appoint new committees or modify existing ones.
A Cambridge merchants meeting on the planned Fourth of July celebration adjourned with soliciting committees unable to report. Citizens are urged to contribute to the committees to ensure timely preparations.
Mrs Hail from Quaker City visits guest of Harry Clark and family. An ice cream sociable is planned for Wednesday evening June 10 at the Ideal schoolhouse hosted by the Ideal Union Sunday school.
Cambridge R D 5 resident Nina Garvin visited J B Martin family last Saturday. Mary A Warden moved to Joseph Gillespie's near Boden. A festival at Mt Hermon church on June 10 benefits Upe church. Children Day planned at Hopewell Sabbath evening June 14 with a strong program. Various locals attended Decoration Day events in Cambridge and Kimbolton.
May 16 1908 births noted as Patterson Foraker daughter. Purchases include a mare and colt by Patterson Foraker, a sulky corn plow by Robert Bates, and a mowing machine by J W Litele. Residents travel and illnesses mentioned among Hendersons Kugons Mendenhalls Wareheims Foraker and Bates families. A WCTU lecture at the MBE church drew a large crowd. Lightning struck cows near Eldon Ohio. several locals visit Cambridge relatives and attend a Kennersburg SundaySchool convention.
Rev Franks of Bethesda will lead services at the Baptist church in this place on Sunday June 7 at 10 30 a m. The B Y P U president Miss Blanche Dull and others attended a rally at the Salem Baptist church near Gibson s Station Tuesday.
A Byesville special election authorized issuing 10000 dollars in bonds to pave Depot street and Main street. The measure carried by 291 to 57, a 44 vote majority. Will Smith of Marietta visited the area over Sunday.
Ella McIntire files in the Court of Common Pleas Guernsey County Ohio Cause No 8878 alleging John Metire cruel treatment and requesting divorce alimony and child custody. She directs a demur or answer within six weeks of first publication or allegations will be deemed confessed. Attorney Robt T Scott. April 30 1908.
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