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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1913
Page
4
John M Amos is listed as editor in a Cambridge publication entry indicating second class mail matter status and postal handling at the Cambridge Post Office.
Chronology notes key events and births: 1775 Mecklenburg resolutions adopted in Charlotte demanding independence. 1781 David Dudley Field born Madison Connecticut and died 1867. 1834 Marquis de Lafayette, ally of American revolutionaries, died in Paris born 1757. 1911 Frederick Vinton, portrait painter, died Boston born 1846.
The Evening star is Saturn with Morning stars Venus Jupiter Mercury and Mars. The Milky Way's brightness in the northeast will be notable in the evening as observed.
The piece denounces Randell and Thornton of Louisiana as stand patters aligned against tariff reform. It labels them not Democrats and accuses them of selfish motives, favoring trusts and monopoly by supporting tariff removal except for sugar, in contrast to the people’s will in 1910 and 1912 elections.
English journalist Ralph Norman Angell told a New York church audience that the world depends on America to spearhead pacifist goals. He mocked predictions of an imminent England Germany war and warned war supporters offer foolish justifications, likening war to witchcraft prosecutions of old.
Citizens plan a spectacular display to rival any in the United States during the Knights mpjar triennial conclave this summer. About 65 000 crusaders and 65 000 spectators are expected to witness the unveiling of new electrical marvels on opening day.
A vast lighting spectacle spans 250 feet with 6000 bulbs and a 50 mile visibility. Cambridge Commandery is among the groups expected to attend the event showcasing expansive illumination and related wonders in preparation for the display.
In the Cincinnati streetcar strike settlement there was no destruction, riot, or bloodshed. The article calls it an excellent example of civic virtue and congratulates the city on a peaceful conclusion. Gov. Cox refused to deploy militia and industry will again hum.
Special to Daily Jeffersonian from Belle Valley Ohio May 20 recounts Supt J B Morris Caldwell mine and his rescue team saving lives after a disaster. Morris and assistants Harry Rowland John Smalley and Mad Moore led a carefully selected crew into the Laura mine to reach Henry Fairhurst and his party, guiding injured workers to safety before the special train with inspectors and surgeons arrived.
Noodles Fagan known as the King of the Newsboys is remembered in Cambridge for guesting at the Daily Jeffersonian. His philosophy stresses politeness honesty and hustle as keys to success urging boys not to miss school abstain from drink chew and smoke keep clean in body and character. He notes his influence extends to newsboys and other youths nationwide.
Springfield judge refused bail for Dr. Arthur B. Smith charged with wife murder after a hung jury left acquittal by nine to three. Bail request was filed a week earlier and a retrial was likely set for September 9.
D H Sullivan, secretary of the state board of arbitration, visited Gibsonburg to mediate the Paragon Oil strike. Despite talks with strikers and company leaders, no progress was made. Several hundred oil workers across the northwest Ohio counties are involved in the second week of the wage dispute.
Clifford Callihan, son of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Callihan of North Eighth street, snuffed a small green cherry into his nose while playing at John Moore's home on Steubenville avenue Tuesday afternoon. Dr. A. R. Cain was called and removed it.
Mrs. Frank Bryant of South 12th Street received a telegram announcing the death of her sister Miss Elizabeth Morrison age 22 following an appendicitis attack at Partlessville Oklahoma. Death occurred at 11 o clock Tuesday morning and the body will be taken to Caldwell for burial.
John Yakovsky, a coal miner living at the Krondyke mine, was arrested by Sheriff Berry on Tuesday morning and jailed. It is alleged he struck his wife with a chair on the arm and threatened to use a heavy mule whip. A warrant will be filed in Squire Reasoner's court Wednesday morning.
Columbus May 20 Constable Frank Stauder of French Creek won $1000 damages in supreme court against Joseph Frank for kicking him and breaking his leg during a dispute over a horse. Three years earlier Frank had called Miller's horse mongrel and Miller punched him. The constable tried to mediate but both men attacked him. Miller’s doctor testified he could not have kicked hard enough to break the leg.
Lisbon Ohio May 20 Dr J F Taylor a 60 year old veterinarian with offices and sleeping rooms on the second floor of the Hicklist block was burned to death when the building gutted. An investigation has begun. Two passersby heard cries for help but did not intervene. An adjoining block was destroyed.
Secretary Bryan handed Ambassador Chinda the U S reply to Japan's protest over California’s alien land law. The note offers possible court recourse and invites a new treaty negotia tion, but officials expect Japan to reject these terms. Washington views the crisis as serious as Tokyo and Washington await responses.
A preliminary report by the Army engineers blamed artificial constrictions by bridges and causeways for Ohio floods. Led by Lt. Col. Francis R. Shunk the board visited Dayton and other cities, urging channel clearing and levee strengthening over reservoir construction.
May 20 market summary shows hog receipts at 9000 with strong mixed trade and various hog prices from 8.30 to 8.75 for heavy and butcher categories. Cattle receipts 1500 with slow trade and beef prices from 7.10 to 8.90, cows and heifers 5.80 to 7.90, calves 6.25 to 6.00. Sheep receipts 12,000 with steady trade, natives 5.60 to 6.15, lambs 6.00 to 7.60. Chicago wheat at 90, corn 56, oats 88, pork 19.90.
May reports show light receipts across cattle sheep and hogs with steady to higher bids. Cattle prime 8.20 to 8.40, veal calves 9.50 to 10. Sheep and lambs prime wethers 5.50 to 5.70, spring lambs 7.00 to 10.00. Hog prices rise with prime heavies 8.75 to 8.80 and Yorkers near 8.90 to 9.00. United States Steel listed with common at 60 percent and preferred at 106.
Tonight and Wednesday night Edison presents A Way to the Underworld the ninth Mary story with Miss Mary Fuller The Cowboy Millionaire stars Selig and heavy horseback riding One night only The Last Note Lubin with Ormi Hawley Fates Reception Kalem with Ruth Roland to Mary reel No 5 ad shows tomorrow night
East Cambridge resident East Cambridge Charles Becker traveled to Marietta on business. A group including KE Headley Eli Headley John Watson and Mr Woods active at nearby mines spent Sunday with families. Multiple local residents hosted visitors from Indianapolis for Mrs Sherrards Georgetown birthday. Mrs Phillip Nethers ill with dropsy. Local gatherings included Sayre and wife and Ola Moore visiting Ry e sville Plainview. Rev M G Collar spoke on anti saloon at U B church. Mrs Noah Anker recently recovered at home and out. Alfred Eppley and wife welcomed a son born Sunday May 18.
Superintendent Mathews of the imperial mine and Joe Morris of the Laura mine testified as initial witnesses. Chief Inspector Davies and his team toured the Imperial mine reaching the shaft bottom at 2 25 pm and left without comment. General Superintendent Thomas of the O Gara Coal Co based in Chicago arrived in town Tuesday morning.
Nicely furnished rooms for light housekeeping available in a good location. Use of bath and telephone included. Call at 11112 Steubenville Ave nas 24-3 bt ec.
A dark green 16 button kid glove for the right hand was lost Saturday between Craig's and The Potter Davis store. It asks the owner to return it to 426 North Ninth Street or the Jeffersonian office for a reward. call Bell phone 496 J or home 7879.
Frank P. Arnold of Cambridge offers Buick cars Mitchell cars bicycles bicycle tires automobile tires and high grade oils and greases with free air for tires.
The Colonial theater presents four reels of engaging moving pictures tonight from 6 30 to 10 30 admission five cents for all. Coming Thursday the Girl From Maxines a French musical comedy in one act with lively singing dancing pretty girls and special scenery Ady.
The Orpheum presents The Light in the Window at 101 Bison with war drama tension around Fort Sumter bombardment. Also on bill Aunt Dinah's Plot Billy's Mistaken Overcoat and Gem comedy knockout. Matinee daily with continuous shows at Orpheum Bijou and orchestra seats.
The Eagles announce a regular meeting on Tuesday evening of next week followed by a banquet. All members are requested to attend. Signed by 21 4 W. C. Reese, President.
An ophthalmologist Dr Jas Early offers glasses fittings and night or day eye examinations in room 11 over the Post Office. Dentist H L Stewart on the second floor of Central National Bank Building advertises dentistry with emphasis on diseased gums. Atkins Jeweler claims 60 years in business opposite the Court House and promotes right goods at right prices.
Advertisement for eyewear by H LeGrand Williams Optical Specialist offering special low prices on glasses from April 25 for a limited period until Decoration Day.
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