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Newspaper
Cambridge Jeffersonian
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1907
Page
4
Local Cambridge Ohio publication notes issue date May 30 1907. Short item confirms editorial staff and post office listing as second class matter.
Reports indicate the Jamestown Exposition is not ready and will not be in good sight seeing order before mid July. No rush of visitors is observed as organizers work to finish preparations.
Voters head to the polls today in Marietta for a special local option election amid party confidence that either side may prevail, though latest indications suggest a likely disappointment for one camp.
After a spirited debate the Presbyterian General Assembly endorsed the American Anti-Saloon League while instructing the temperance committee to avoid political matters. The competing federation is the Inter-Church Temperance Federation, raising questions about both groups' ability to operate simultaneously within church affairs.
The text notes family members consider changing their names in court due to W. E. B. Corey's disgrace. It mentions Lienne's long honored status in Pennsylvania and the humiliation caused by the magnate. It questions why the law and the court faced sharp criticism after the divorce from his young wife.
A report notes a growing marriage rate among school ma'ams, seen as encouraging and founded on statistics. The shift suggests teachers in city schools might gain prospects, with general rejoicing that the trend may continue until many women wed, echoing the elder Weller remark.
The Cambridge Herald enters its 39th volume with proprietors Hon. J.P. Mahaffey and Thos. W. Ogier at the helm for a quarter century. The paper is praised as a model family newspaper, delivering condensed news and promoting progress without unseemly controversy, while enjoying strong local patronage and a faithful weekly readership.
The text depicts Uncle Joe Cannon as the principal obstruction to reciprocity and tariff revision, supporting trusts tied to tariff laws. It notes the obstructionist stance now appearing in a presidential candidate's platform. It also suggests Roosevelt favors tariff revision but is restrained by Cannon and his rules committee to aid other legislation.
Fragmentary text shows Ohio as a focal point in presidential race with Taft supporters triggering cross state mobilization. The passage hints at shifting sentiment toward the President and mentions events and figures tied to governing, campaigning, and public response amid a tense political climate.
Ohio State Journal notes Senator Hopkins of Illinois and Speaker Cannon may push early revision of the Dingley tariff in the next national Republican convention. The piece suggests Taft's stance aligns with tariff revision and that other statesmen may follow, signaling a shift in policy direction.
The Ohio Supreme Court in Bishop Watterson v Holliday holds that all church property in Ohio is taxable except property used for worship such as parsonages and residences for pastors. The ruling prevents collecting 5 percent omitted property and states church members cannot pay taxes due without illegal claims. A clear line is drawn going forward.
Gr Henry resigns as editor and assistant manager to serve as Assistant Postmaster of Cambridge. Mr Bonom, mayor of Byesville, succeeds him and is wished success. The paper notes strong weekly patronage and popular support among readers.
The Cumberland branch helped split the Presbyterian church and now the first General Assembly after union presses for college diplomas for entering seminary students. Returning brethren offer no complaint, noting many of the reunited churchs ablest scholars come from Cumberland and insisting on high education remains a strong, unbacked position.
Dr. M. W. Hissey sued Senator Dick in Akron Common Pleas Court for $1,858.50. The Mannington bank joined as a party, and the piece depicts a political figure evading repayment, framed with critic’s accusation of public service overshadowing commercial obligations.
Observers recall Mrs. McKinley’s lifelong love for youngsters. Even after McKinley’s death she would halt her carriage to kiss or embrace any attractive child she encountered on the street.
The funeral for Rev Dr James Patterson Sankey, longtime pastor of the United Presbyterian Church, drew a large congregation as mourners remembered a life of simple faith. Speakers praised his conservative yet progressive impact, likening him to a steady Isaac whose quiet influence brightened many lives.
Rev W H Wilson from Byersville Baptist returns from Zanesville where the Southeastern Ohio B Y P U rally at Market Street Baptist drew small crowds. Speakers included Rev E A Read and Rev J A Bennett. A Cambridge Association rally is planned in June and Mt Vernon hosts the Annual Assembly July 23 to August 4 aiming to entertain about 1100 delegates from Guernsey County.
The Ohio Farmers Insurance Co through local agent W B Green paid A M Merry of Claysville road $26.25 for loss on a heifer struck by lightning. Also paid Mrs Della Hallett of Street $7 for damage to a house from a recent incident.
Attorney O W Wells visited St Clairsville on Monday to finalize a favorable settlement for John R McGee in a suit against the Empire Coal and Mining Co. McGee, once of Guernsey County, sued for damages from injuries while working in a company mine.
Mrs David D. Taylor of North 5th Street received a telegram from Washington informing that her son Rowland Taylor and Clifford Carnes, students in the George Washington University Law Department, graduated with high honors.
The Cambridge M. P. church held its Third Quarterly Conference Monday evening in the pastor's study. About 25 trustees stewards and the Sabbath school superintendent attended. The principal public item was recalling the pastor by unanimous vote.
The Cambridge church votes to advance pastor Dr C K Sheppard’s salary to 1300 dollars annually, with 100 dollars raise per year. The conference will announce the action to the congregation on Sunday June 9 and elect a lay delegate for the Muskingum Conference in Pleasantville Ohio. The delegate will report to the Stationing Committee in September and the church hopes for his return.
Coroner Yeo delays death inquest into Halsey Pollock due to incomplete report from Columbus expert. Physicians refuse to issue death certificates until investigation concludes.
Miss Mary Fecho of West Steus benville avenue returned Tuesday from a visit with friends in Cleveland. Mr and Mrs John T Cox of New Concord were guests of Dr T H Rowles and family on East 8th street Tuesday. A M Aikin of Holyoke Col is visiting cousins the Misses White on North 6th street and other relatives here. Mr and Mrs Henry Pollock of near Claysville, Miss Ethel Monroe and Miss Ethel Forsythe of Rix Mills and Miss Mary White of Chandiers ville were guests Tuesday.
Walter Mitchell, a young farmer from west of the city, was arrested by Sheriff Moore and Deputy Berry in a saloon on West Wheeling Avenue. A warrant sworn by Justice R. W. Lindsey charges him with forging his father's name to a $320 promissory note dated April 25 1905. He was arraigned and released on a $500 bond after his attorney waived the reading of the affidavit. His father initially denied signing but later reportedly authorized his son to sign.
John McKay, who knocked down a slot machine on West Wheeling avenue, faced Mayor Bradford Tuesday morning for intoxication. He paid a total fine and costs of 15 dollars after initially offering a ten dollar bill and threatening workhouse. McKay, who earlier nearly boarded a moving freight train, was discharged after settlement.
A report notes Alex Ables of Middleborn visiting the city on business during the week.
E. D. Shively, who has been ill for several days, is now improving.
Charles Duniver and LeOarque left Cambridge Monday night for St. Louis Missouri where they will be employed during the summer.
The West End Baptist pastor Rev. H. H. Bawden preached an excellent sermon Sunday afternoon at the Guernsey County Infirmary, delivering a message to residents and visitors.
Miss Maribah McDonald of East Steubenville Avenue returned Tuesday afternoon from a visit with her sister Mrs John E Lewis in Youngstown and her brother Meade McDonald and family in Braddock Pennsylvania.
Multiple short items report on armory applications for Pottsville and Pine Grove. Harmony Milling Co. plant fire at Harmony causing $35,000 loss. Dallas Sanders dies in Philadelphia. Charlie Ross drowns in Van Wert. Charles M. Carson commits suicide in Painesville after illness. Great Lakes ore shipments must average 6,000,000 tons monthly to move 40,000,000 tons remaining. incubator heater explosion kills 200 chicks in Latrobe. W Lee Gilmore named Lawrence county schools superintendent. Mrs. Frank Porter seeks divorce over alleged lack of baths. Altoona lodge 287 initiates 70 members. David Merritt electrocuted at Alexandria while assisting line construction.
Middlebourne notes report events across town including High School commencement attendance in Quaker City, visitors from Washington and Cambridge, improvements to a store room, bee stings requiring medical aid, fishing tales by Ara Henderson, and deaths of John Parlet and Mrs. Thomas Henderson with funeral details and tributes.
Salesville residents visit Massillon family as Emma McMillen stays with Mrs Elmer Carter. Children’s day set for Brushy Fork June 2 and Salt Fork June 9. KE Baker to build a house for Andy Reid at Hartford. Will McMillen visits Chas Baker. Wil Thacher paints John Carter’s house. James Thatcher sells a horse to L P Moore of Middletown. Flora Hartley ill. Miss English works at Zanes. Normal teachers attending Preaching Day by Rev Nora next Sunday.
Postmaster James R Barr reports a general instruction from J T McCleary requiring records of weights for all mail classes from July to December 1907. All first class mail including letters will be weighed, with weights of equipment recorded on special slips and monthly submissions to the department for statistics.
In the current issue of the Premier Eminer a Cambridge Grocery Co circular printed by the Jefferson ian job rooms is credited to W. L. Smith. The last page reproduces the well printed circular and praises Smith as an originator of up to date printing.
Public auction planned in Cambridge court for a bay horse levied on in the W J Nee versus Walter Mitchell case. The six year old animal weighs about 1200 pounds and appears sound. Sheriff H K Moore leads the sale with attorney D W Stewart. June 8 1907 at 10 a m.
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