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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1912
Page
10
Tokio July 30. The Mikado died early today after a long kidney disease and high fever since July 1. Crown Prince Yoshihito now becomes emperor of Japan, with the throne passing as relapsed health failed to rally.
Details of constitutional amendment election received outlining registration days and election timing. It notes September 3 as election day with registration on August 28 August 29 and September 2, 1912. Amendment 6 enables initiative and referendum taking effect October 1 1912. Amendment 40 grants municipal home rule taking effect November 1 1912. Other amendments take effect January 1 1913 except Amendment 28 creating the superintendent of public instruction taking effect July 11 1918.
Bids opened for the First Methodist Episcopal Church project in Moundsville WV. W H Batson of Moundsville WV won the contract at 43400. The work starts Monday with wrecking of the old building. Congregation expects to observe the first Sunday in August as Marewell Day and will worship in the Court Room during operations.
An advertisement touts Dr. Kings life pills as a cure for weakness bad breath and ill complexion. It promises new strength cheerful spirits and a fine appearance to win a husband. The Beall Steely Drug Co. markets the product at 25 cents.
The Hollow Rock Camp Meeting Association hosts its interdenominational event at Hollow Rock in Jefferson County from August 15 to 25. Ministers include J. M and M. Harrie, Stella VeNutt, L. Wil son, J. L. Brasher and Owen Lethe with officers A. Householder, J. E. Hartman, W. S. Crawford, and W. W. Sloan.
Oyster Bay reports six states Kansas Minnesota South Dakota Idaho California and Washington have adopted a plan Roosevelt outlines to capture Republican organizations for the National Progressive party. In each state the regular Republican machine remains to sponsor congress and state candidates under the party label, with Roosevelt electors running on separate or same emblems as law allows.
Real estate transfers list numerous lot, tract, and parcel exchanges across Ming, Knoxville, Salem, Wayne, and Empire townships. Transactions include various heirs, spouses, and named grantees with prices ranging from $1 to $4,000 and multiple properties described by lot numbers and subdivisions. Names include S K Stephens, Benjamin Ratsch, Isaac Pipes, Isaiah Dowds, Elizabeth McConnell, Walter L. Cowden, Hiram C. Boyd, Samuel H. Boyd, La Belleview Land Co, George W. Stitt, and others among numerous private parties.
Columbus July 27. The Attorney General's office prepared lists of Ohio stockholders to be certified by each county auditor to force payment of taxes on Standard oil shares.
Chaos grips Ohio Republicans as Judge Edward B. Dillon announces he will withdraw from the ticket. State central committee set to meet to pick a successor or delay naming amid push for a primary and possible third party rise. Taft supporters warned the move could hurt the Taft cause as factions debate replacement and timing.
The piece describes a revolving scene after Judge Dillon withdraws from the Ohio governor’s race, seen as a Roosevelt maneuver to fracture Taft forces. It notes a Chicago nomination, a White House reception, and hopes for a split ticket with a Roosevelt third candidate, while Ohio leaders debate backing the regular slate and adding Roosevelt electors.
James Aiken of Jewett is securing options on all coal lands around Freeport with strong success. Belmont and Jeff ero county coal also under syndicate control, ready to be formed into broader options.
A new subordinate Shine was organized at Mooretown Ohio last Wednesday evening by County Deputy J. Gilkinson with 30 charter members. They elected Master John E. George Overseer Tennison Moore and Secretary W. Ray Lyle. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday evening August 7 1912.
Engineer Samuel Kincaid sues the Port Homer Gasoline Company for 15000 damages claiming negligence caused by faulty pipes valves and regulator leading to a fatal explosion on April 25 1912. He was burned and permanently disfigured. Attorneys Melkee and M Taylor.
A Philadelphia Record note comments on leadership eagerness to deliver the people from rule by heralds, suggesting a political speech or article snippet about governance and reform. The remark frames the tension between initiative and authority in early leadership roles.
Mail carriers fly with progress as Dr. Kings New Discovery for Coughs Colds and throat and lung diseases gains popularity. A testimonial from Mrs J F Davis claims cure after other treatments failed. It is advertised as unequaled for bronchial affections with prices 50 cents and 1.00 and a trial bottle free at Beall Steele Drug Co.
An increasing number of people report satisfactory results from Peley Kidney Pills and commend their healing qualities. The medicine is prepared to contain no harmful or habit forming drugs and benefits kidney and bladder troubles, back ache, rheumatism, and weak back. Beall & Steele.
Notice from the State of Ohio Jefferson County. Lottie Morgan sues Charles Morgan for divorce in the Court of Common Pleas. Cause number a6. Petition filed May 1817. Defendant must answer by September 7, 192. Attorney W C Brown signs the notice.
Overwork strain harms weakened kidneys in Steubenville area. Doan's Kidney Pills are promoted as quick aid, with a local testimonial from J. S. Manley of 508 West Adams St. The ad notes the product is sold by Foster Milburn Co. in Buffalo, price 50 cents, urging readers to recall the Doan's name.
The Fifth Annual Holmes M E Sabbath school picnic is set for Saturday August 16 1912. An evening lecture will be delivered in the church by Rev D W Merrill of Smithfield Ohio. W and L E trains Nos 22 32 and 6 east and 3 and 25 west stop at Comley’s bridge about ten minutes from the grounds. Committe 23jl1std-3tw.
Hon. John R. Garrett mayor of Girard Alabama testifies that he suffered persistent itching piles until using Dean's Ointment, which cured him permanently. The testimonial underscores the product's lasting relief and effectiveness.
N. J. Gorham of Woodville Georgia suffered a severe kidney and back pain. After taking Foley Kidney Pills from the local druggist he reports complete relief and greater benefit than from any other medicine. Beall and Steele.
A Wisconsin reader from Chelsea recommends Foley's Honey and Tar Compound to quickly cure coughing and colds and prevent a cold when taken promptly. The product contains no opiates and is endorsed by W. Allen of Chelsea, Wis. Beall and Steele.
A fragment mentions harsh physics causing bowel weakness and chronic constipation. It states Dean's Regulats operate easily tone the stomach and cure constipation and advises asking a druggist.
Local ad lists Cooper Phones, eye and ear, nose and throat services, glasses fitted at North Fourth Street with hours and penalties. Also includes testimonials for Foley Kidney Pills and Dean's Regulars promoting digestive and kidney health from Beall & Steele and Beall and Steele.
A Boston man lost his leg two years after an insect bite. Bucklen's Arnica Salve is advertised to kill poison and prevent inflammation, swelling, and pain. It claims to heal burns, boils, ulcers, piles, eczema, cuts, and bruises. Only 25 cents at The Beall & Steele Drug Company.
A brief testimonial describes women as strong with health from Electric Bitters. It claims the tonic overcomes fainting dizziness weakness nervousness backache and tired worn out feeling. A Oklahoma testimonial and a 50 cent price are noted by Beall and Steele Drug Co.
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