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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1903
Page
2
Isolated smallpox cases persist in nearly every county while debates rage over Gov Pennypacker’s approval of a press muzzling bill. The Times-Recorder shift in Omaha and labor injunctions loom as political maneuvering intensifies in Ohio and nationwide.
An advertisement promotes Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney liver and bladder issues claiming it prevents death from heart disease pneumonia and kidney trouble. It offers free sample bottles and a booklet by mail and urges readers to mention the newspaper.
The article surveys Ohio political intrigue as Louis D. Bonebrake nears a third term bid and Republicans show appetite for third terms. It notes nationwide labor unrest, cites Morning Times critique of Guernsey courthouse officials, and outlines how Hanna Cox and Guilbert influence nominations. It hints at Padgitt as Hanna’s favored representative candidate and questions whether The Times will remain vocal.
Lorain May 19 coroner may reopen the Reichlin inquest if Mayor King backs evidence of a key character. Detectives promise grand jury presentation with potential for indictment. Walser’s testimony and other evidence are deemed essential, with possible early arrests if reopened.
A vintage medical advertisement promotes Scott's Emulsion as the cure for rickets in children. It claims daily small doses straighten bow legs, strengthen joints, and firm soft heads, urging readers to request a free sample and noting a New York address for Scott & Bowne.
Mrs Anion Nilson of Lansing Iowa recounts her 18 month old son’s crippling cramping and spinal dis ease. After three doctors failed one half bottle of Miles Restorative Nervine stopped the fits and straightened his body. A full bottle cured him and he thrived at school. The ad urges mothers to use Dr Miles remedies and to request a free book.
Dr Humphreys universal remedies claim wide appeal after fifty years of use. The pocket manual promises cures for fevers, colds, worms, diarrhoea, dyspepsia, headaches, whooping cough, kidney disease, and many other ailments. Sold by druggists or mailed from Humphreys Medicine Co., New York.
CREIGHTON H N Geyer and family of Sage visited Hon W L Simpson and wife last week. Dr E C Culbertson and family of Noble county visited John Culbertson and family. Mrs Florence Hall and son of Canton are visiting. Miss Belle Millivan of Cambridge visiting her parents. J C Trimble of Cambridge visiting. Bliss Bell and John McCulley of Indian Camp were in town. Born May 15 1903 to Mr and Mrs Joseph Wortan of Route 1 a daughter. Miss Minchie McMuhen and Isaac of Route b visited J C Trimble. Jan Stevens sick. Miss Alice Mehaffey returned home from Cambridge. Preaching at Platt Ridge May 1st at 2:30 by Rev Heathorn. Winterset news items and ads follow.
Grain and livestock prices across categories including steers, cows, hogs, sheep, calves, and bulls. Quotes cover commodities and weights in pounds, with regional references to Cleveland and Chicago markets, plus No 2 red wheat and corn figures and export notes.
An ordinance of Cambridge Ohio fixes the clerk of the council salary at 100 dollars per year payable monthly. The duties follow relevant laws and the ordinance takes effect after passage and timing allowed by law. Passed May 4, 1903, attested by the clerk pro tem and approved May 21 1902 or 1903 as noted.
Ordinance No. 527 grants the Consolidated Company of Cambridge Ohio a twenty three year right to construct maintain and operate a single track street railroad along the southern edge of Cambridge Park. The city retains control of the ground and the line may become part of future streets. Approved May 18 1903 with mayoral signature May 21 1903.
The undersigned publish as appointed executors of the estate of Agostat Om Ole Stockdale, deceased, late of Guernsey Bay county. On May 1, 103, the executors request immediate payments of debts and urge all claimants to present their claims with proper documentation to the undersigned for settlement. Signed by GAME IG STOCKDALR, DALLAS MoPRBK. May 1a
The advertisement touts Life Plant as the best tonic to renew life and aid kidneys. It claims kidney diseases stem from waste buildup and overtaxed kidneys, warning symptoms include cloudy or dark urine. It cites a testimonial from a pastor in Jeffersonport, Ohio, praising a cured patient.
Mrs Rev Oliver and wife were in Barnesville Thursday and Friday. Charles Corwin and family visited relatives near Trail Run Sunday. John McPeak and family visited Pleasant City Sunday. John B LaRue and family of Gibs son stallion visited friends Sunday. Clara Wallace came home from Zanesville Sunday. The Epworth League marked its fourteenth anniversary at the M Church with a good program. A large crowd attended. Several from here went to German medicine show at Salesville Saturday. Laxative Bromo Quinine is advertised. Green Seal Paint sold by Carlisle Grimes Co.
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