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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1907
Page
4
Historic issue header from The Jeffersonian noting editor John M Amos and business manager T E Amos with pricing 1.00 prepaid or 1.80 postpaid. Post office entry details indicate Cambridge Ohio second class matter.
The Wheeling Register notes the pending move in the Ohio campaign, describing it as a tension between fear and dissent as the next step awaits official action and public reaction.
In a wary reflection on recent crisis, observers note that the San Francisco quake and fires echo biblical judgments. The sentiment ties current events to ancient warnings about wickedness and punishment.
A writer notes an unprecedented spirit of independence among Ohio voters for the upcoming November municipal election, suggesting the political landscape may shift as citizens express autonomy from traditional party lines.
It is reported the Foraker faction has won Columbus Sun support to counter the State Journal. Other newspapers may align later. The case grows more desperate as allegiances shift.
A presidentially informed analysis notes mixed views on Roosevelt and public figures, while highlighting sufficient grounds for forming the Annanias Club. The piece considers the flaws and merits of leaders and subjects, urging organized civic discussion.
Col A N Hughes former postmaster of Columbia Tennessee is flooded with congratulatory telegrams from Harriman Chandler Tillman and other Annanias Club members after the President designates him as a club member Other initiates include Allen B Parker Senator Tillman former Senator Chandler Senator Bailey Texas and former Lieutenant Governor Whitney Massachusetts.
Chairman Brown quarreled with Chairman Dick and sided with the Taft faction, conference or no conference. The Governor and other officials declare W. H. Taft as the only Ohio presidential candidate, while Foraker has not announced and seems unlikely to run. Foraker and Dick battle to hold their current posts.
A Presbyterian General Assembly committee, spurred by a scandal involving W. E. Corey and actress Ma Belle Gilman and an evangelical minister, urges ministers to refuse marriages to divorced individuals. They specify exceptions only when the divorce is granted on scriptural grounds and a full year has passed since the decision.
Reverend John L. Clark who officiated at the marriage of W. E. Corey and Mabelle Gilman begs forgiveness for a perceived unrighteous act. He claims to have returned a large fee from a millionaire steel magnate and hopes the church will forgive him, though a stern public scrutiny awaits as a fever sickens a wife’s mother.
The piece mocks a so called peace conference in Ohio where chairmen and faction leaders behaved absurdly. It notes only the meeting of Brownsville investigation advocates showed any sense, naming Foraker as the winner for his persistent urging.
In Ohio the Pattison campaign shows Cox’s waning influence as Cox is put down and out by voters. Vivian J. Fagin notes Cox’s support for Taft, signaling a larger shift. The 1905 Ohio uprising is described as more than a temporary surge.
The General Assembly of the Cumberland Presbyterians meets in Columbus in what is described as one of the most important sessions. The denomination split over a century ago, leading to the Cumberland branch forming as a separate body of evangelical Christians.
A large collection of testimonials extols Peruna as a spring tonic that aids digestion and sleep. Writers from Ohio to New Hampshire describe recovery from colds and catarrh, improved vigor, and relief from headaches, weakness, and nervousness after using Peruna.
Four years of effort toward union culminate with 1906 consolidation. The General Assembly meets under a unified church now numbering 10 000 churches and 9 300 ministers. The article praises the unified body’s strength and envisions Baptists and Disciples of Christ joining with Presbyterians in a broader ecclesiastical alliance.
The convention will close its work with old officers likely to be reelected. The new wage scale is expected to be accepted and take effect without much contention, signaling improving labor conditions. The next meeting will be held in Youngstown.
Congressman Burton pushes Harmony and says he will not seek county endorsement for Senate this year. He remains discreet about 1908 as Cleveland’s voice may rise in the political fray. Harmony now dominates the public discourse.
Abe Hummel a New York attorney and alleged perjurer rode toward the penitentiary in an automobile but collapsed during the trip. The report notes Gov Hughes is unlikely to intervene and jokes about others of the Hummel type taking similar rides.
Delegates to the Presbyterian General Assembly show differing views on temperance. The permanent committee backs the Inter-Church Federation over the Anti-Saloon League. The forthcoming debate promises to be one of the session’s most able and interesting, a “battle of giants.”
A historical account details the Cambridge Methodist church founding in 1830 by Rev. Cornelius Springer with seven members. It recalls early leaders, notable pastors, and the 1907 structure, noting a 620 member congregation and a 1907 chapel replaced by a grand edifice, with remarks from Milligan and Jennings on past ministers.
Cambridge again functioned as a station and Rev. 8S A Fisher was named pastor in 1873. During his tenure the second church was built at an estimated cost of 7000 dollars and dedicated November 26, 1876 by Revs. J J Murry and Alex.
Mr and Mrs Ed McCulley have returned to Cambridge after living in St Helena California for the past year.
Chester Monroe Ford son of Mr and Mrs John Ford born April 4 1892 drowned in Taylor's pond April 26 1907 at age 15 years 22 days. He lived in Jefferson township San Francisco and Cambridge Ohio where he served at Emporium. He died a brave self sacrificing death trying to save a companion in the water. Funeral at M E church and Northwood cemetery. The community shares in their sorrow.
Ohio's Forty-Eighth Annual State Sunday School Convention will be held in Mansfield on June 25 to 27, 1907. County delegates will enjoy Harvard plan lodging and breakfast. others may attend and use floor space. Hotels around $1.00 to $2.00 per day, meals available locally. For details contact Dr. Joseph Clark in Columbus.
Salesville residents G. O. Tetirick and family visited Elmer Douglass on Sunday. Miss Edna Knos spent the day with Miss Jessie Ables. William Vermillion and family visited T. A. Ables. Mary Swaim remains about the same. Miss Laura Cunningham of Londonderry is visiting her sister Mrs. Elmer Douglass.
Miss R. M. Doudna of Pasadena California leaves East Wheeling avenue after visiting her brother H. B. Doudna and family, heading back home on Tuesday afternoon.
The regular monthly meeting of the County Commissioners is held this week at the courthouse. Tuesday bids for constructing the approach to the Hartford Bridge were opened and the contract awarded to Central Concrete and Construction Co. of Canton for 8539. Four bids were submitted and the award deemed best. Wednesday the board acts as equalization and will canvass township assessor returns. By Tuesday noon assessors from Madison Millwood Knox Eyesville Center Adams Washington Jackson Wheeling and Oxford had reported. all are expected to report by Wednesday.
Postmaster Jas R Barr Attorney Charles Turnbaugh and Harry Dennis sold their interest in the Republican Press to Dave Burr of Byesville who will take possession after this week's issue. Frank Henry local editor resigns and will be replaced by Mayor Bonen of Byesville. Rumor says Weekly Times and Press may consolidate but unconfirmed.
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