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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1915
Page
3
A brief note claims Boyd, described as a swift sprinter, fled with a Treasury ship in a bold theft. The fragment hints at chase but contains few specifics about dates, locations, or authorities involved.
Jay Sweeney polled a vote that encouraged his friends and drew ten competitors in the field, illustrating his personal popularity within the group.
CTV auditor Wells has made a splendid official and will go under the wire sailing. Wells has made good.
Supporters laud the slate of Mason Blethrow Hawkins and Bueche as a strong councilmanic ticket expected to win easily in the upcoming election.
FACH Zimmerman and Smurthwaite endorse three men for Councilmen at Large. All supporters can back these candidates with confidence they will act rightly.
Harry Zink faced no opposition in the primary and is described as clean and affable, qualities that would suit him as presiding officer. The endorsement notes he would make a splendid leader if elected.
Herb, a strong campaigner, drew many votes for others at the last moment and faced unfavorable circumstances. Billy commands a large following and is expected to speak out again, signaling continued political momentum.
Gavin’s feats amid tough odds position him as a shrewd city figure. The Irishman proved exceptional yesterday, showing a performance few could match and signaling his future clout in local politics.
Mayor Ralston polled a very satisfactory vote and his friends feel encouraged by the showing. He has not been in office long enough to fully demonstrate his intentions, and many minds were already made up.
The Republican ticket nominated in yesterday’s primary appeals to the thoughtful voters of this community and is expected to win in November. The Herald Star will refrain from naming ticket personnel now but may later during the campaign.
WM. C. McMASTER was chosen as the Republican candidate for Mayor at the primary Tuesday. He is a well equipped man for the place and will appeal to voters who want a clean and economical city government. Others share the aim, but his election is seen as a foregone conclusion.
A sympathetic friend assures justice to the prisoner at the bar. The prisoner fears the new civil service law as Finley and the Cox jobholders struggle to sidestep it, dying hard to preserve their influence.
The late civil service commission by a February 14 1914 resolution named two officers from each of 19 institutions as examiners for their employees. No exam questions were provided and papers were not kept, yet many were appointed the day they passed. Names and roles populated the state pay roll while politicians kept Cox’s army at the public crib.
New York reports Hi Johnson governor of California as Progressive vice presidential hopeful who would steer Republican delegates. He backs McKissick style protectionism and seeks the GOP nomination while predicting potential exit before the convention. A nonpartisan state ballot law faces referendum, risking his political influence if defeated.
Secretary McAdoo after a White House talk signals the administration’s plan to push a shipping bill in Congress while Senator Williams vows to oppose it. The Chamber of Commerce vote shows 88 percent against the bill, and exports by American vessels rose 68 percent last year as shipyards operate at full capacity. The people’s representatives have rejected the measure.
In a decisive display, Governor Willis quickly supplied food to miners and promised funds, then launched a plan to create work where needed. The timely relief and proactive measures contrast with critics, earning praise from a newspaper representative who acknowledged the administration’s true achievements.
State Auditor Donahey reportedly said she would resign to accept a ten year contract running the state automobile department for 60000 dollars a year plus expenses. Secretary Hildebrandt rebutted with seven month cash outlays for printed matter, records, auto tags, mail, and chauffeurs, noting costs totaling 54752.00 show a salary portion of 18665 and total of 17417 for the period, while stating operating costs fell 25 percent from last year and predicting tags costing 50000 next year. He questions why Donahey didn’t propose this to the secretary two years ago to save 24211.53?
The Civil Service Commission offers a free pamphlet at the State Fair outlining strict guidance for applicants. Key points urge applicants to avoid using friends for influence, seeking exam questions, or demanding special favors.
England replies firmly to President Wilson denying interference with American trade, while Sir Edward Grey argues the Order in Council respects international law. Germany withholds reply awaiting England’s note, risking U.S. position between warring powers amid Mexico flareups.
Sorrow fills Steubenville homes over the death of Dohrman J Sinclair whose life touched many in the community. He helped build the city’s industrial base and an early bridge project linking rail and markets. The tribute notes his kindness and leadership in fostering Steubenville’s growth and laments the deep personal loss to his family and friends.
The obituary notes a life filled with hopes and disappointments, high ambitions, and Waterloo defeats, ending with a poignant reflection on mortality. Dohrman J. Sinclair is dead and the community acknowledges that his like will not be known again.
The author argues America offers greater personal liberty than Germany and Europe, citing Wilson's note to Germany, German press reactions, and a German court case over a private letter. It urges readers to avoid slandering the United States by claiming lesser freedom.
A Washington memo says deficits exceed $750,000 daily since July 1, threatening the $66,000,000 in the general fund. The Cincinnati Enquirer outlines potential revenue ideas including higher liquor taxes, preserving wine taxes, tariff shifts on sugar, and possible separate navy and army bonds. It notes a push for retrenchment facing resistance as Republicans gain ground ahead of next year’s election.
An advertisement urges readers to save with The Union Building and Loan Company at 168 North Fourth Street, promising 5 percent interest. It notes Smallwood Stone as a contact and mentions the company filed a personal tax return this year showing $8,430.
Marriage licenses issued for Wm H Riley with Amelda C Dieringer of Steubenville and Mike Nagolko with Barbara Ekinberger of Steubenville, plus Frank Lescollett of New Alexandria and Anna Crawford of McIntyre. Woolworth Co. filed a personal tax return totaling 9090 dollars this year.
United Woolen Mills filed a personal tax return showing income of 2430 dollars for the current year.
Wesley Dunbar, a well known county farmer, failed to return from the fields Saturday evening. His family searched and found him unconscious on the ground. He was carried home and Dr. Hanna of Bergholz treated him. he suffered a stroke of paralysis.
Term H B Galbraith, a Jefferson county liquor commissioner, retires today along with twenty other Bull Moose commissioners statewide. The Democrat members will remain in office until September 3.
Ida S Paxton sues L Roe and others seeking an accounting of profits from the Dillonvale Heat Co and her stock share. Prayer includes subjects bank funds to the judgment. Attorneys J C Bigger Kitheart and Bigger represent Paxton.
Brickey Hughes the popular local wrestler who recently joined a car carnival to meet fans had three ribs broken in a match against a 200 pound opponent at Havana Illinois this week and is now laid up for repairs. Freedom Oil reported a personal tax return of 2160 Fitzsimmons Lumber Co 5470 Rice Coal Co 11890 Central Sewer Pipe 10470 Central Drug Co 7250 Union Savings Bank & Trust Co 113311.44 H Bettis Co 1660 Chicago Wall Paper 22240 Beall & Steele 85620 National of Toronto 60110.
F H Seeley, renowned rupture truss expert from Chicago and Philadelphia, will visit the Imperial Hotel in Steubenville Saturday only, August 14. He promotes the Spermatic Shield as government approved, claims rapid closure of the rupture in about 10 days, and offers free trials or fitting for charity cases. He has U S government documents for inspection and notes business prevents another stop in the area.
The Jefferson County Court of Common Pleas issues an alias order of sale in case 10 799 between Uneeda Brewing Company and Kazmerz Kensicki et al. The sheriff will auction four parcels in Dillonvale at 1:00 p.m. CST on an unspecified Monday at the court house front door, cash terms. Parcels include 1.82 acres and three city lots with appraisals of 100.00, 1600.00, 400.00, and 1400.00 dollars respectively. attorneys Thomas S. Jones and Ralph B. Cohen represent plaintiffs.
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