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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1902
Page
2
John M. Amos local editor notes the coal trust objects to water in stocks but fears water in mines during the ongoing strike. Almost every Republican representative in the Ohio legislature is a candidate for a state office or Congress, or something equally as good, reflecting a charged political climate in Cambridge Oslo.
The Hanna bureau fails to settle the anthracite coal strike as Hazleton holds a unanimous vote to continue. 145,000 miners may strike and prices rise. Belmont election on wet and dry passes dry by 37 points. Philippine policy dominates speeches in Pittsburgh. Prohibitionists nominate county ticket in Guernsey.
A compact editorial notes the social spectrum, contrasting privileges of the noble and wealthy with challenges faced by those of lower means. It argues societal status shapes access to opportunities while urging fair treatment and reform to uplift all classes.
An ornate advertisement extols Paine's Celery Compound as a universal health cure. It asserts purified blood and strong nerves prevent rheumatism and liver troubles, featuring testimonials from E. M. Sutton, ex mayor of Burlington Vermont, praising the product for maintaining wellness in all weather and travel. It also promotes Diamond D Yes and Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets with price details and a money back guarantee.
In Cambridge Ohio Mrs Latchet endorses Dr A W Olinse s Nerve Pills for nervous dyspepsia and bloating from fermented food noting the medicine strengthens digestion. The item also mentions Mrs Urban visiting friends and a local discussion about war guns being shipped to Cambridge with subscriptions due.
Residents anticipate Decoration Day events at the fair grounds a ball game and horse races while a petition for local option faces scrutiny. Cambridge brewery activity draws opposition with claims of forgery and fears of becoming a dumping ground for saloon influence. Local family visits, church events, and community news fill the rest of the items with month-in-town notes and social gatherings.
Miss Myrtle Mehaney of Zanesville spent last week at her home in Creighton. Miss Belle Milliran of Cambridge visits her parents J B Milliran. Mr and Mrs Q W Osbun of Newcomerstown spent days with friends nearby. H St Geyer family moved to Bloomfield. Alia Stewart hosted friends at Route 5 Saturday. Jebhany Baker of Galigher spent weekend with Otho Stevens on Route 1. Ermie Spaid visits Cambridge friends. J G Turvey and family of Cambridge visited here Saturday to Monday. Vinnie Bradley of Senecaville called on friends Wednesday. Mesdames Nan Ogan and Nora Dante attended the W O T U convention at Cambridge. J W Daniel and son Owen were at Cumberland Monday. T C McLaughlin and wife were in Senecaville Sunday.
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