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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1913
Page
2
The Ohio State Journal notes this year’s output of wheat corn oats cotton and hay reaching 739 million 2.4 billion 1.003 billion 14.7 million bales and 66.61 million tons. It urges workers to harvest the bounty with brain and muscle to ensure everyone gets their share.
Democratic leaders allied with Governor Cox express astonishment at unrest within their party in the Ohio Senate and House. They say public sentiment has shifted away from the Cox administration, which they call dictatorial and despotic, fueling rebellion among lawmakers and even non-officeholders.
A reflective verse by Roy K Moulton contrasts life as a statesman with the freedom of touring and public speaking. It quips about media, criticism, and the burdens of political life while noting a preference for uncomplicated work over high salary theatrics. The text then pivots to political observations on Mexican tensions and tariff politics.
Miss Ethel and a string of local names are listed as vacationing or visiting in various towns including Harlem Springs Canton Akron Monaca and Wellsburg. Mentions include Mr and Mrs McConnell Reed Cranmer J E Burton and others with plans to travel to Atlantic City Cadiz Bemis Point and Steubenville areas.
A collage of political quips and social observations notes candidates filing petitions by September, tariff debates, and public figures like Cox and Wilson. It mocks demagogues and cites Venezuela, Redfield, and New York streetcar horses on pensions, ending with a jab at Gotham’s horse cars.
The piece argues that living costs remain high under the current Democratic administration and notes their pledge to reduce them. It suggests a detailed tally of the administration's reasons for an anticipated defeat next year would be lengthy, but space limits prevent full enumeration.
The piece argues solici tors for names aim to bar farmers from laws, limiting tariff benefits to southern products like rice and peanuts while northern crops stay on the free list. It laments Governor Cox’s fear of losing patronage power, cites Johnson’s death, and warns the short ballot could crown him a monarch with control over commissions, saloon privileges, and tax assessments.
At Cedar Point Ohio on August 9 delegates report a shift in sentiment against the constitutional short ballot and smaller legislative measures. Governor Cox supporters defend his referendum stance while Republicans hail the reunion as a triumph. anti-suffragists celebrate their break with liquor interests and Wheeler disputes liquor ties to anti-suffragists.
A long list of local visitors and departures from New Castle and surrounding towns is recorded. Names include Esther Hazel and Olga from New Castle visiting the Boughers in South Fourth street, Mrs. McFadden's funeral attendance, and many who travelled to Cadiz, Atlantic City, Warren Ohio, and New Wilmington to attend events, missions, family visits, and church activities.
The item notes Miss Hepler, granddaughter of late Jonathan Hagen, a former Steubenville milliner now in Los Angeles, plans to return home by Sept 1 and resume living in the vacated room previously occupied by Miss Spa Fe OW. Labanie. Other local items mention weddings, licenses, travel, and social club events with neighbors and relatives traveling between Columbus Canton and Cleveland.
Donalson, a former well known Steubenville youth, began with J. H. Hawkins & Co, then partnered in Hawkins Patterson & Co, joined Porter & Donaldson in Pittsburgh, later mined in Colorado. He was part of a Colorado Springs mining group and remained in Colorado, identified as a Steubenville boy who made good.
Funeral services for Mrs William Alexander were held at her home on 428 North Fifth Street with Rev Liggett officiating He read scripture and paid tribute to a Christian life A quartet from United Presbyterian Church sang and Marian Forsythe sang a contralto solo Afterward pallbearers carried the casket to the grave beside her husband in the city of the dead
Mabel C. daughter of A F and Mary Ey Walsh of Colliers died Saturday night aged four months. The funeral services for Annie P. Medill were held on Tuesday afternoon with Rev J W Liggett officiating.
A fragmented report discusses a rural campaign argument about farm waste and disease peril. It references fever risk, breeding sites, and the need to address sanitation as a political issue. Local authorities and attorney Parriott from Moundsville are mentioned in the context of charges.
The defendant faced George Chambers who ran an illegal sales stand on the Moundsville camp grounds Sunday. A witness testified buying birch beer and nothing else. Chambers pleaded guilty and was fined $3 plus costs, which were paid.
The State Auditor blocked the $1,000 yearly salary for E. O. Randall, secretary of the State Archaeological Association, while he also earns $4,000 as reporter for the Ohio Supreme Court. The auditor, a Democrat, says one person cannot hold two paid positions despite prior rulings allowing it. Randall is acclaimed as a leading scholar in state affairs.
Dr. Paul Morrison and Dr. D W Medill of Tiltonville sustained injuries in a Tuesday morning wreck below Brilliant. Medill remains at North Wheeling Hospital with three fractured ribs, other injuries minor, likely discharge in a few days. Morrison was able to be out yesterday.
Good Well No 3 of Rock Ledge Oil Company was shot yesterday after drilling Monday showed good production signs. Officials said the well could become one of the largest producers in the field, located on John Pogue farm at Beech Bottom.
The Democratic organ charged the city building as a GOP headquarters and alleged misuse. The claim backfired as chickens came home to roost and the Probate Judge's office was used as a mossbat headquarters, a surprising reversal of the dispute.
Lance Clifford a Pope plant strike breaker was freed after serving a one year sentence for abandonment as ordered by Squire
Ledger-style listing shows assets including bonds to secure deposits and reserve notes, with totals for circulation and funding. Liabilities reveal capital stock, surplus, undivided profits, and notes outstanding as part of a national bank’s financial snapshot.
Fragmentary report notes Lawler released on bail while Probate Court Judge addresses jurisdiction and other errors. Mentions a Clifford name associated with Canton and Fry in unclear context.
Sheriff sale notice for Burt Szabo and Channing W Richards. Jefferson County Court of Common Pleas issues a foreclosure sale on September 9 at 1 PM at the county front door. Property includes Lot 12 in E. P. Potter’s addition to Mingo Junction with mineral exclusion and a 20 by 20 foot strip along Melaster Avenue. Appraised value $1,800. Terms cash. Frank H. Kerr, attorney. Also an unrelated advertisement for Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment claiming cure after long illness.
A Sunbury Ohio reader, J. H. Walker, describes long lasting indigestion and loss of appetite. The testimonial claims Burdock Blood Bitters addressed the underlying cause and relieved distress after use.
J L Hackl of Lincoln Illinois was cured of kidney trouble that started with a lame back. He credits Foley Kidney Pills and urges others to try them. Beall and Steele promote the remedy.
Mothers warned of child worms with signs like feverishness restlessness and irritability. The ad claims Kickapoo Worm Killer removes worms improves appetite and bowel function. Sold by druggists or mail order 25 cents by Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co Philadelphia with Beall & Steele Drug Co St. Louis.
An old advertisement touts Dean's Resales 25c per box for a mild opening medicine to ease constipation headaches and dizziness. It also promotes Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as a high grade cough cold and lung remedy with no opiates, from Beall & Steele.
An old advertisement promotes Dean's ointment for eczema and itching in babies and Foley Kidney Pills to relieve backache kidney pain and related symptoms. It claims safety for children and quick, permanent relief. The copy emphasizes wide use and visible kidney trouble signs.
Rev H Stubenwoll of Allison Ta extols Dr Kings New Life Pills for constipation calling them perfect and essential for every home. He says they regulate liver and bowels and recommends trying them at 25 cents sold by Steele Drug Co.
E F Chamberlain of Clinton Me says Bucklen's Arnica Salve removes pain from cuts bruises sprains burns and scalds and robs injuries of their terrors as a healing remedy its equal does not exist Beall Steele Drug Co offers it for sale.
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