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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1908
Page
5
Readers share testimonials praising Hood's Sarsaparilla for curing long standing scrofula and other blood related troubles. Consumers from Crosby Texas Hughey Tennessee report relief after use. Available in liquid or Sarsatabs with 100 doses for one dollar from C I Hood Co Lowell MA.
Officers and members of Cambridge Local No 208 of the Miners Organization report the disappearance of secretary Emmet Valentine. His wife says she knows nothing of his whereabouts after a March 1 absence. Treasurer Dunning expected Valentine to turn over dues. successor Jos Shooter was elected and received the secretary’s books and papers.
Mr. Fred Larrick of R. D. 5 had his thumb amputated last Friday by Drs. Lan and Baine after an injury two weeks earlier at the Duncan farm saw mill in Adams township.
Advertisement notes sickening headaches indigestion and constipation as signs of unhealthy bowels. Claims Hollister's Rocky Mountain tea helps the bowels work naturally and restores the system to health and happiness. 3c, Tea or Tablets, Brooks Sutton, Bruggist.
T. K. Pack of Fairview aged 74 is visiting his daughter in Cambridge with his sons. He claims to be the oldest man born in Fairview and the sole surviving old-time National Road stage driver in the area. He drove between Wheeling and Zanesville for twelve years and recalls life on four and six horses. He returned home Wednesday after visiting.
Washington residents report a successful pie social with receipts of 22.10 and pies selling to 1.75. Several local figures visit relatives, surveys and telephone line upgrades occur, and local events include a dramatic company show and a Boston baked bean dinner. A Washington mayoral run for county treasurer is noted amid social headlines.
A Delhi New York note compares two identical houses painted with Devoe lead and zinc and with barytes and zinc. The customer paid 18 dollars for the lead blend and 36 dollars for barytes. The letter argues the Devoe option proves better value, urging buyers to rely on the name Devoe.
T. M. McFarland departed this afternoon on a business trip to Frederickstown after leaving the Bond offer page numbered eight authored by Hoskinson.
Supreme court decision prompts numerous cases against Wills Creek Coal Co for surface subsidence after coal removal. Plaintiffs include Minerva Hoover and Matilda Stump among several seeking money, damages, or partition. Also court hears Ohio vs Kundrat murder charge and various divorce and guardianship actions. Probate court grants letters testamentary and appoints guardians for two families.
Contractors Adams Bros and their men completed the sewer on Taylor avenue this morning and a large crew worked on Dewey avenue this afternoon. The North Eighth street trench should finish Thursday with workers added to Dewey avenue to speed completion. City Engineer Hoge said the covered bridge may stay open unless needed for a few days.
W R Frye and J L Bruner were in Pleasant City and Derwent on business today. J B McClelland of Zanesville visited the city this morning. Jacob Ford and son Cari left yesterday to visit relatives in Delaware. Dr J E Patton of Byesville was here for professional business. L B Reasoner of North 6th street was in Pleasant City and Derwent. Mrs Cora Jackson of Pittsburg, visiting relatives here, returned home yesterday evening. An ad promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea from Brooks Sutton, Druggist.
County officials and clerks move to close courthouse offices on Saturday afternoons starting April 1. The plan, already in effect in other cities, aims to reduce idle hours with little business transacted on Saturdays. A final decision is expected in a few days.
Coroner W. B. Yeo visited Pleasant City this morning to take testimony in a local case, gathering evidence and statements for the inquiry.
The Chicago wheat market closed weak as the government crop report shows farmers hold 144,721,000 bushels. May wheat futures fell 4 percent while corn rose about 1 percent and oats declined. May options settled at 96 for wheat, 64 for corn, and 68 for oats.
Market notes show demand strengthening for handy butcher steers and varied prices across livestock. Beef cuts list prime to common ranges with hogs receipts at 40 double decks, prices rising for prime heavy and mixed lots. Dairy and cheese products, including New York full cream and Wisconsin Swiss, show stable to steady quotes amid overall activity.
Clay Pike and W. K. Frey complete property trades in Derwent and Frey’s farm sale with possession set for the first of the month. Frank Lewis buys Frey’s farm and plans to move in then. Oil drillers report a 12 barrel per day well at 350 feet on T. W. McKinley’s farm. West moves to Dyson housing to work for E. D. Stone. Abraham Bros to occupy Jackson’s building. Robert Shealds opens a shoe store in Finley building. Born to J. W. Dyson of Kimbolton a son on Feb 5. Mrs. C. B. Heskett treated for arm infection by Dr. Long. Mule killed at White Ash mine by a spray.
The Rockhill Grange will hold an open meeting at Bishard's school house on Friday evening March 20. After a short literary program the discussion on centralized schools will be led by C W Anderson Chauncey Oldham Walter Bell and Paul Marling. Paul Oldham attended the funeral of his cousin Mrs Charles Gruell in Gillivan Ohio last Saturday. Mr and Mrs I O Nelson of near Indian Camp visited relatives here. Wm Campbell and family plan to move to W R Forsythe's farm east of Cambridge next week. Roads are nearly impassable, especially near the city.
Ethel Smallshaw two year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Smallshaw of Klondyke Mines died this morning after a brief illness and pneumonia. Funeral will be held at the home tomorrow with interment at Northwood.
The P. B. C. basketball five faces Muskingum College on the local floor Thursday evening, with a return game at New Concord Saturday eve ning. Muskingum recent wins over Zanesville hint at a tight series, and a large crowd is expected for both games in Cambridge and New Concord.
Street Commissioner W I Davids of North 8th street traveled to Glenwood this morning to attend the funeral of a relative.
John Ross, a respected Byesville citizen aged about 78, suffered a stroke Monday afternoon at the Thompson hotel. His two daughters, Mrs. J. H. Dicken and Mrs. Andrew Powell, reside in Byesville, and grave fears are entertained for his recovery due to his advanced age.
Non tax able bonds for sale in city and county issues yield 4 to 4 1 2 percent. For details write or call at our expense 8 Hoskinson 47 North 4th street Zanesville Ohio.
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