Ohio Gubernatorial Ballot List Names Top State Officers
For Governor Judson Harmon of Cincinnati. For Lieutenant Governor David L. Rockwell of Kent. Supreme Court justices Hugh T. Mather of Sidney and George B. Okey of Columbus. Secretary of State J. H. Newman of Troy. Auditor W. W. Durbin of Kenton. Treasurer D. S. Creamer of St. Clairsville. Attorney General Timothy S. Hogan of Wellston. Board of Public Works J. A. States of Lima and Bernard Doran of New Lexington. Dairy and Food Commissioner David E. Ely of Jeromeville. State School Commissioner John A. McDowell of Millersburg.
Democratic County Convention Call for Guernsey County Ohio
The Democratic Party calls a county convention in Cambridge on June 9 1908 to select delegates and alternates to the county convention and to name central committeemen. Balloting occurs June 6 between 2 and 6 PM at regular voting places with 166 total delegates allocated by precincts.
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Democratic County Central Committee
Guernsey County
Ohio
Cambridge
John M. Pattison
Adams
Byesville Corporation
Blue Belt
Center
Cumberland
Fairview
Hartford
Jackson
Jefferson
Kimbolton
Knox
Liberty
Londonderry
Lore City
Wills
Antrim
Winterset
Millwood
Monroe
Oxford
Pleasant City
Quaker City
Richland
Salesville
Senecaville
Spencer
Penologist term rare in Ohio seeks source
The etymology curiosity of the term penologist is noted as scarce in Ohio. Governor Harris failed to locate a suitable specimen and abandoned the effort in disgust.
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Ohio
Harris
President to free Congress and Taft nomination settled
The article notes the President will soon have Congress off his hands as Taft's nomination is settled in advance, creating room for the executive department to act usefully and interestingly.
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Congress
Taft
Executive Department
Pennsylvania Democrats Support Bryan Delegates Hinder Instruct
Democrats in Pennsylvania declined to bind delegates at large to Bryan. Still Bryan’s faction will likely command a substantial share of the general delegation based on current support.
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Pennsylvania
Bryan
Full dinner pail slogan's fate in campaign
Inquiries ask whether the full dinner pail promise will regain prominence after financial malaise. Analysts urge caution, noting uncertain voter appetite and party messaging, with officials debating whether to revive the slogan amid economic pressures and shifting priorities.
Campaign Slogans and Tariff Reform Clash in Congress
The text questions whether a resounding slogan will lead the campaign as lawmakers ready to revise tariffs face opposition from Cannon Dalzell and Payne. It notes a large majority eager to reform but blocked by the same three leaders and their influence.
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Rhoderick Dhu
Congress
Cannon, Dalzell
Payne
State oil inspector changed to W H Phipps by governor
Gov Harris appoints W. H. Phipps of Paulding to succeed W. L. Finley as state oil inspector. Finley, a vigorous Democratic politician, will play a key role in the campaign. Finley’s two years in office are praised for efficiency and economy.
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W. L. Finley
W. H. Phipps
Paulding
Harris
Widespread Bank Collapse in Pittsburg Shocks City
The Allegheny National Bank wreck in Pittsburg is described as one of the worst in recent times. The collapse is credited with dragging down other honest institutions and suggests enormous theft occurred despite safeguards.
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Allegheny National Bank
Pittsburg
May Wood Seeks Alimony Amid Perjury Indictment
May Wood faces incarcera tion in prison while awaiting indictment and trial for perjury connected to her action against Senator Platt. In testimony the senator admitted admissions that would hurt a private citizen, but his position shields him. The woman lacks powerful political backing and money.
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May Wood
Platt
Lothario
United States
Romance of the Reaper by Casson praised for U S farm machinery progress
The article reviews Robert N. Casson's Romance of the Reaper, highlighting eighty years of labor-saving farm machinery development in the United States. It notes American makers produce cost-efficient machines sold worldwide and asks why Germany does not manufacture them. Published by Doubleday Page & Company in New York.
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Robert N. Casson
United States
Bismarck
Germany
Doubleday, Page & Company
New York
The Convention Reviewed by the Noble County Leader
In a labored article the Noble County Leader's Mr Harris dissects speeches by Follett Okey Scott and Amos at the congressional convention. The piece questions the audience reaction and whether the editor hints at his own desires between the lines.
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Harris
Noble County
Follett, Okey
Scott
Amos
Governor Harris veto of Howe penitentiary bill shocks reform advocates
The veto disappoints prison reform supporters in Ohio and nationwide. Critics urge that politics and graft concerns influenced the governor, who previously backed the reform measure. Ohio’s prison system is described as antiquated and the veto seen as a setback to modernization efforts.
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Gov
Harris
Ohio
Ohio Penitentiary Critique Echoes veto debate
An Ohio State Journal editorial criticizes Gov. Harris for vetoing the Howe bill, arguing the current penitentiary is a disgrace and that blocking a new prison stalls reform. The piece accuses economic waste and political graft, claiming funds are siphoned to lawmakers and their allies.
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Harris
Ohio State Journal
Ohio Penitentiary
Ohio
Tariff talk fails to anger wool growers
The tariff revision chatter does not spark the wool growers into action as before. Even with high tariffs the bids are not the lowest in years and foreigners are not eager to buy at satisfactory prices.
President's ship-subsidy veto could seem childish
Citizens admire the President for manly bearing, but if he vetoes the public buildings appropriation in retaliation for Congress's refusal to pass his ship-subsidy plan, it would appear childish and undermine his image.
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Congress
End of a troubled federal administration amid deficits
The administration nears its end under a cloud of serious financial strain with a $70,000,000 public treasury deficit and prospects of a $150,000,000 shortfall next year. It faces plans for higher expenditures beyond current billion dollar appropriations and a reluctance to pass laws easing burdens or boosting confidence.
Governor’s veto on Howe bill spurs penitentiary debate
The governor’s veto of the Howe bill for a new penitentiary is viewed as a secondary motive by some. Rumors claim he has relented and plans to recommend a penitentiary provision in his next annual message. Critics suspect mystery behind the action.
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Howe
Penology as Theory Highlighted by Cambridge Primary Convention
An esteemed observer argues penology is not a true science but a theory of opinion. The Cambridge Third Ward primary convention showcased several penologists offering varied interpretations of the same facts.
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Third Ward
Cambridge
Time honored Thaw case flips sanity rule for murderers
The passage argues that reversing the usual finding of insanity in murder trials is an improvement in treatment. It predicts Thaw will push for release, driven by anger and wealth. It hints fear of his gun and possible influence on decision makers. It claims he is crazy enough to kill again if freed.
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Harry Thaw
Thaw
Cox Appeals to Court to Shield Aides from Legislature
The piece argues that public affairs tied to private gain require investigation and accountability. It asserts Cox seeks court protection for himself and his aides against a legislative committee and warns that bosses who influence courts block inquiries, calling for a personnel change in control.
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Cox
Roosevelt Faces Risk of Delays at National Convention
The article warns that despite Taft leading delegates, a hostile credentials committee appointed by a hostile temporary chairman could extend balloting beyond the first ballot. Such maneuvering would frustrate the president’s push for his favored candidate without open opposition.
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Roosevelt
Taft
Harmony at the helm as new execs clash over Sankey
Harmony greets the new executive committee with a 26 point start but at their first meeting oppose independent voter John E. Sankey and substitute J. M. Weitrick for the board of reviews. State Auditor Guilbert had notified Sankey ten days earlier, marking a historic rejection of a former committee by successors.
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John E. Sankey
J. M. Weitrick
Board of Reviews
Sankey
Guilbert
Belmont County Socialist Party to Convene at City Hall
The Socialist party of Belmont county and the Sixteenth congressional district will hold a mass convention at the city hall in this city on Thursday. They will nominate a complete ticket.
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Socialist Party
Belmont County
Sixteenth
Congressional District
Bellaire Herald
Ohio Reassures Home Seekers After Floods
The piece notes floods in Oklahoma and Texas highlight Ohio as a stable permanent home. It cautions such disasters may not recur soon, but any event can shape long-term settlement decisions for neighbors and friends in the region.
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Oklahoma
Texas
Ohio
Zanesville Volunteers Offer Land for M E Conference Plant
Zanesville residents propose fifty acres near the city with free power to host a central plant for the M E conference. The plan aims to employ 2500 skilled workers and to recognize union labor. The conference will choose a location among New York Cincinnati or Chicago.
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Zanesville
M. E. General Conference
New York
Cincinnati
Chicago
No Change Planned for Democratic County Convention
The convention will be held on June 5th with no shift in call. Central committeemen will arrange primaries to secure a large vote and select the best delegates and committeemen. There is a outside effort to dominate the convention, but reform-minded voters must unite to gain broad trust across parties.
Republicans of Noble county shift to popular vote August 8
The Noble county Republicans announce no county convention this year and will nominate by popular vote on Saturday August 8. Primaries fall under the election board with candidate assessments to cover costs. The piece argues boodle risks rise with broader suffrage, possibly limiting candidates and funneling funds to officials.
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Noble County
Election Board
Madison township primary for county convention delegates
Democratic voters in Madison township Antrim precinct will hold a primary at the regular voting place on Saturday June 6 from 3 to 4 p m to elect delegates to the County Convention and Central Committeeman W E P B Harding named as Central Committeeman.
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Madison Township
Antrim
EP. B. Harding
Washington Corporation Delegates Meet June 6 1908
The Democratic voters of Washington Corporation will meet at the usual place of voting on June 6 1908 at 2 p m to select delegates to the county convention.
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Democratic Voters of Washington Corporation
Neal Early
Adams Township Democratic Meeting Notice
The Democratic voters of Adams township are requested to meet at the township house on Friday June 5 1908 from 4 to 6 p m. M M Knox Central Committeeman.
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Adams Township
M. Knox
Westland Township Democratic Meeting Called
The Democratic voters of Westland Township are summoned to assemble in the township for a meeting. The notice specifies the clock and place to gather for party business and candidate support.
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Westland
Polls Open for Delegates to County Convention in Cambridge
On May 29, 1908 a ship house election will select three delegates to the county convention meeting in Cambridge Ohio on June 9 1908. Polls open at 1 p m close at 3 p m. HARVEY WATSON Central Committeeman.
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Ship House
Cambridge
Ohio
Harvey Watson
Wills Township Holds Democratic Primary for Delegates
Democratic voters in Wills township will hold a primary in the town hall on Saturday June between 3 and 4 p m to elect delegates to the county convention and a central committeeman.
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Wills Township
Knox Township Democrats Call Meeting May 29 1908
J. B. Larue Knox Township voters are called to meet at the regular voting place on Friday May 29 1908 to elect delegates to the county convention to be held in Cambridge Ohio June 9 1908 Polls open at 2 p m close 4 p m Seth Marlatt
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Knox Township
Theegular
Cambridge
Ohio
Seth Marlatt
Antrim News Highlights Local Social and Events
Rainfall around Antrim last Saturday evening and night. Clyde Tannehill and wife from Freeport Ohio visited relatives here and returned home Sunday. Mrs G G Boyd visited her daughter in Winterset. Charley Douglas and Miss Estey Hammond of McCoy wed last Wednesday with a reception May 21. About thirty relatives shared a three course dinner and a grove photo. Mrs Side Boyd of Blooming Grove surprised on her 65th birthday with a large gathering. Decoration Day plans and a Turkey Lecture at the United Presbyterian Church May 31. St Clair hosts a leap year party with 36 guests and music by Miss Florence Copland and Prof R S Campbell.
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Antrim
Clyde Tannehill
Freeport
Ohio
Tannehill
G. G. Boyd
Bell Swaim
Winterset
Charley Douglas
Estey Hammond
McCoy
Rev. Allen
Side Boyd
Blooming Grove
Boyd
Cambridge
Tom Boyd
Clark Lite
M. H. Tetirick
A. C. St. Clair
Florence Copland
R. 8. Campbell
Quaker City
Ione
Lula St. Clair
Snyder Family Hosts F H Snyder in Zanesville
F H Snyder visits as a guest of H L Snyder and family in Zanesville, sharing time with relatives and locals.
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F. H. Snyder
H. L. Snyder and Family
Zanesville
Wheat Markets Rise on Southwest Damage Reports
Chicago May 25 reports damage in the southwest helped steady the wheat market. July delivery closed up percent with corn and oats also higher. July options settled at Wheat 91 91Percent, corn 74Percent, oats 47 47Percent.
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Chicago
Southwest
Market Prices and Receipts Report Early Grain and Livestock
Receipts show light cattle and strong hay and grain pricing with No. 1 timothy at 15.00 to 15.50, No. 2 yellow corn at 80 to 81, and oats No. 2 white at 57. Hog and cattle bids slip 15 to 26 cents, prime beef lists at 6.75 to 7.00 for choice steers, heifers 5 to 6.75, and fat cows 2.50 to 5. Upcoming sheep and lambs exhibit slow demand with veal calves at 6.50 to 7.75 and spring lambs around 9.54 to 7.75.
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Ohio
New York
Wisconsin
Foraker Senate Bid Spurs Republican Delegate Moves
The Enquirer reports a smooth scheme to re elect Foraker as U S senator with delegates and county nominations. In Guernsey ex Sheriff Collison backs Foraker amid claims of a deal with liberals, while Osb oth counties see independents or opposition plans. Fayette County hints Daugherty as successor if Foraker declines.
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Enquirer
Foraker
General Assembly
United States
Guernsey
Collison
Temperance
Charles Fowler
Ashtabula
Nation O. Mather
Summit
John T. McMillan
Geauga County
Claridon
Phillips
Ohio
Harry M. Daugherty
Fayette County
Daugherty
Birds Run The B Y P U Holds First Meeting
Birds Run The B Y P U organized at the Baptist church on Sunday evening May 17 1908 with Miss Blanche as president and Mrs Al Hamersley as vice president. Others include Sallie Hamersley secretary Frank Williams treasurer and committees led by Mrs Fred Daugherty Charlotte Johnson and Zula Hamersley.
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Baptist Church
This Place
Blanche
al Hamersley
Sallie Hamersley
Frank Williams
Fred Daugherty
Charlotte Johnson
Zula Hamersley
Bessie Johnson
Sam Fife
Bertha Williams
Irene Sherrock
John Hosselt
Henry Miller
Newcomerstown
J. H. Dull
Coshocton
John Ingram
Tom Thomas
W. E. Johnson
Edmond Black
Karl Porterfield
F. A. Forney
Newcomeratown
D. F. Whitis
Jacob Stephen
R. L. Adams
Family
Pleasant Valley Birthday Party for Harlan Gibson
Pleasant Valley residents celebrate Harlan Gibson’s 19th birthday with about 105 youths at the Gibson home. Gifts, games, music, and elaborate refreshments mark the event as a joyful evening. Road supervisor J D Boyd uses a road grader to improve area roads this week. Miss Clare Larchet and Miss Doris Gibson are guests of Miss Minnie Gibson. An elocutionary event at the schoolhouse, led by Miss Alta Stewart, draws a large crowd for two hours with proceeds totaling 6 dollars 55 cents.
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P. A. Gibson
Harlan
Gibon
J. D. Boyd
Clare Larchet
Byesville
Doris Gibson
Kimbolton
Minnie Gibson
Alta Stewart
Thede Stevenson Offers Closeout Harness Stock Sale
Thede Stevenson announces a closing stock sale on harness gear with discounts for customers. Limited quantities remain as prices are slashed to clear inventory.
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Thede Stevenson
Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea Claims Health Benefit
Advertisement touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a cure for headaches, constipation, and liver issues, promising new life, health, and strength. Claims millions benefited. Sold as tea or tablets for 35 cents by Brooks Sutton, Druggist.
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Hollister
Brooks Sutton
Obituary of Belmont County Prosecuting Attorney Henry Taggart Shepherd
All that was mortal ofHenry Taggart Shepherd prosecuting attorney of Belmont county at the time of his death was laid at rest Friday afternoon in Union cemetery at St Clairsville with impressive ceremonies. The services were attended by large delegations and officials from nearly all the towns in Belmont county. Short funeral services held under the auspices of the Belmont County Bar association of which deceased was a member. The pall bearers were Active Hunter S Armstrong Bel Aire Warren W Cowen St Clairsville George A Calputs Barnesville Fred Spriggs Bellaire E B M Combs Martins Ferry and W V Campbell Bridgeport. Honorary Judge John Pollock of St Clairsville ex Judge J B Driggs Bridgeport George Duncan Bridgeport James C Tallman Bellaire De Witt Danford Bellaire T C Ayers N K Kennon St Clairsville Major K T Petty Barnesville W B Francia Martins Ferry ex Judge Robert M Eaton Morristown Wheeling Register.
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Henry Taggart Shepherd
Belmont County
Union Cemetery
St. Clairsville
Belmront County Bar Association
Whic
Hunter S. Armstrong
Belaire
Warren W. Cowen
St. Clairville
George A. Calputs
Barnesville
Fred Spriggs
Bellaire
E. BE. M Combs
Martins Ferry
W. V. Campbell
Bridgeport
John Pollock
J. B. Driggs
George Duncan
James C. Tallman
DeWitt Danford
T. C. Ayers
N. K. Kennon
K. T. Petty
W. B. Francia
Robert M. Eaton
Morristown
Wheeling Register
Arrest claim against Antrim pastor refuted by eyewitness
Antrim Ohio May 20 1908 in response to a Cambridge paper report Rev Geo Copland pastor of the Presbyterian church is said to be under arrest for assault on Miss Kate English the sixteen year old daughter of her father P H English. The writer asserts Copland did not strike or assault anyone and that he merely moved through a crowded sidewalk.
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Antrim
Ohio
Jeffersonian
Cambridge
Geo. Copland
Presbyterian Church of
P. H. English
Kate English
Rev. Coland
Rev. Copland
Suitcases at cost to close out
Thede Stevenson at Old Red corner advertises closeout sale of suitcases. Also promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea for women with claims of beauty and health benefits, offered at 35 cents per tea or tablets by Brooks Sutton, Druggist.
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Thede Stevenson
Old Red Corner
Hollister
Blaine Man Reunites After Amalgamated Association Delegation
Albert E. Pitt of Blaine Avenue returns home from Youngstown where he attended the Amalgamated Association Convention as a delegate from the local lodge. The next National convention will be held in Detroit.
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Albert E. Pitt
Blaine Avenue
Youngstown
Amalgamated Association
Association
Detroit
Notice of County Road Petition in Guernsey Ohio
A petition will be presented to Guernsey County Commissioners at the next session on June 1 1908 seeking alteration of a county road. The proposal starts near the bridge west of Ezra Merryman residence and extends 320 yards to a hickory tree then 114 yards to the Quaker City and Fairview road near Fred Johnson house. The road lies entirely in Oxford Township Guernsey County Ohio.
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Guernsey County
Ezra Merryman
Merryman
Ezra
Fred Johnson
Quaker City
Fairview
Oxford
Guernsey
Ohio
Divorce Petition Filed in Guernsey County Court
Ella McIntire files a cause in the Court of Common Pleas Guernsey County Ohio seeking divorce alimony and child custody from Je Intire alleging extreme cruelty. The defendant must demur or answer within six weeks from first publication or allegations are confessed. Attorney Robt Scott listed. April 30 publication.
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John MelIntire
Court of Common Pleas
Guernsey County
Ohio
Je - Intire
Ella McIntire
Robt
T. Scqtt
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