Mixed court cases and clashes across towns
Local items report Wm Irwin and George Win land and Harry Albaugh in court over robberies, Harry Gaff eny fined for disorderly conduct, two foreigners arrested for breaking into Jessie Mickel's home, a Washington Pa death of Mrs Nancy H Harsh aged 120, and notes on other arrests and bank law penalties. The dispatch covers wide area updates from Washington to Ossining and Columbus with political shifts, executions at Sing Sing, and Taft Roosevelt campaign maneuvers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Irwin
George Winland
Harry Albaugh
State
Collins
McLeish
Harry Gaffeny
Canton
Talcum Powder
Jessie Mickel
Taft fight urged by General Brown in Maine
General R B Brown today urged a strong forward Republican fight backing President Taft and his nomination by the State Central Committee. Governor Wilson, responding to Maine letters on liquor policy, declares in favor of local option and opposes party as the arena for licensing questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Walter F. Brown
Roosevelt
Taft
James R. Garfield
Cleveland
Ohio
Xenia
Zanesville
R. B. Brown
State Central Committee
Seagit
Maine
Wilson
Bannon
Newark
N. J
New Jersey
The Herald-Star Bible Sale Promptly Attracts Buyers
The Herald-Star advertises the Bible as the community’s biggest bargain and a beauty. It notes sales in the 35 copies per day rate and urges readers to act quickly to secure one. It highlights binding illustrations and questions, offering the Bible for 8 cents and six coupons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herald-Star
Doctor in Auto Accident Sustains Injury
Dr. Demar Erskine suffered painful injuries Friday when his car auto moved unexpectedly as he attempted to crank it near his garage. The machine jolted him against a fence, crashed through decayed boards, and pinned him briefly before he was freed and received medical attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Demar Erskine
Fatal dam accident rocks New Cumberland worksite
Edward Smith a 25 year old laborer from Gallipolis Ohio was crushed when a massive steel shovel released from 60 feet above after a chain snapped at the New Cumberland dam. He died instantly as others nearby escaped injury in the late Friday incident before an adjacent freight and passenger train collision near Claysville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Cumberland Dam
Edward Smith
Smith
Gallipolis
Ohio
Claysville
Bell Siding
West Alexander
P. Verderber
Washington
Archie Gibson
Wheeliing
Washington Hospital
John McElwee
Harry Kirkland
Henry Wonn
Social notes reveal visits and family changes across towns
Wednesday social columns list Mrs J R Baldwin visiting relatives in Cadiz C P Filson and wife returning from Cambridge Springs Mrs Agnes Berton Miss Carrie Kauffman of Coshocton visiting Mrs C L Bell Mabel Cunningham back from Pittsburg and Carrick Emma Hayes and Sarah Werner home from Cambridge Ohio birth announced for Edward N Worstall and Margaret Beck daughter Mother and babe doing well Altai and Cora Floyd back from Canada Josephine Macfie of London Ont visiting Fox Hall Denise and Margaret Kauffman heading to Denison as guests of John Richey Mrs E Taylor of Portsmouth returns with daughter Mrs Wm Robinson and granddaughter Jubal Clark Jr to New York woodware agency transfer noted Mrs Clark and child visiting Thomas Sterl
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Baldwin
Cadiz
C. P. Filson
Cambridge Springs
Agnes Berton
Carrie Kauffman
Coshocton
C. L. Bell
Mabel Cunningham
Pittsburg
Carrick
Emma Hayes
Sarah Werner
Cambridge
Ohio
Edward. N. Worstall
Margaret Beck
Babe
Altai
Cora
Floyd
Seaon O Recreation
Old Dominion of Canada
Josephine Macfie
London
Fox Hall
Robert J. Beatty
Sallie Means
Carrie Moto
Margaret Kauffman
Dennison
John Richey
AlingMlote
E. Taylor
Portsmouth
Wm. Robinson
Jubal Clark, Jr
New York
Atlanta
Local Social News and Outings in Steubenville Area
Zion Lutheran youth groups plan outings at Park and Stanton Park with picnics for about thirty five members. Visits include relatives from Baltimore, Pittsburg, and East Liverpool. Community notices cover birthdays, reunions, travel plans, a medical setback, and speaking engagements in Steubenville and surrounding towns.
Death of German-American resident Charles Meyers at 70
Charles Meyers aged 70 died at his home 933 North Seventh street Tuesday at 1 10 p m from hardening of the arteries after five weeks illness and three years of poor health. Born in Sievershausen Hanover Germany he lived 42 years in this city was a skilled stone mason employed by Moto Bros his wife died 11 years ago and three children Charles Minnie and Mary survive. He was a devout member of Zion's Lutheran church and respected citizen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Meyers
North Seventh Street
Sievershausen
Hanover
Germany
Moto Bros
Charles
Minnie
Mary
Zion’s Lutheran Church
Fragmented Political Slogans and Military Metaphors Rise
A jumble of quotes shows Harry Daugherty and Taft favoring Gen. Brown, liberals fielding candidates, and calls to study the new Constitution. The piece rails at political foes, touts General Brown at 68 with strike power, and hints at revenge music and marching.
Funeral services for Miss Maria Seonlan at Holy Name Church
Miss Maria Seonlan's funeral was held Wednesday morning at Holy Name Church with Rev. Sullivan presiding. Pallbearers included Thos Nolan Sr and Jr, Ino and Leo Nolan, Jno Madigan Sr and Jr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maria Seonlan
Holy Name Church
Sullivan
Thos. Nolan
Thos. Nolan, Jr
Ino
Leo. Nolan
Jno
Madigan
Browns vote for General shifts leads to victory
The Browns support the General and push toward a win while Daugherty discusses milk and babies as the party lacks leadership, signaling tension within the ranks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daugherty
Death of Mrs Mary May in Brooke County
Mrs Mary May an aged Brooke County West Virginia resident died Monday at noon at her daughter Mrs Samuel Baxter’s home. She was 85 years old and had suffered illness for years and blindness for five years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary May
Brooke County
W. Va
Samuel Baxter
Candidate Promoted Might Fill Lieu Tenant Gubernatorial Seat
A comment speculates a man on the ticket could be elevated to the Lieu tenant Governorship, creating another vacancy. The note notes the remedy as a lemon filled with old rye and calls it a rough treatment for the patient.
Infant Racke Wenner Died at Two Months in City
Robert H., infant son of Charles B. and Lilian Racke Wenner, of 126 North Third Street, died on Monday at age two months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert H
Charles B
Lilian
Racke Wenner
North Third Street
Death of Infant at 231 South Seventh Street
Fedele Della Torre died Monday night at nine months old from stomach trouble at the family home 231 South Seventh Street. Local obituary notes the infant’s brief life and place of residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fedele Della Torre
South Seventh Street
State Republican leaders under Vorys Laylin and Daugherty
The party aligned with Lincoln Garfield and McKinley now operates under state leadership by Vorys Laylin and Daugherty, signaling a shift in regional party control and direction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Garfield
McKinley
Vorys, Laylin and
Daugherty
Fire destroys sand house of Wheeling and Lake Erie at Mingo
The sand house in the local yards of the Wheeling and Lake Erie railroad burned late last night and was almost completely destroyed. The origin is unknown. Yard crews and both village and Carnegie Company fire departments responded. Mayor Maxwell urged gala day decorations as Mingo prepares for visiting old soldiers and a civic effort to boost town spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeling and Lake Erie
Village
Carnegie Company
Batsch
Mingo
John Burns
Howard Lopeman
Conrad Given
George Mayberry
James
John Lavelle
William Styers
Harry Frazier
Maxwell
H. B. Wiley
Wheeling and Lake Rie
Martin's Ferry
George Orr
Jewett
Otis Thompson
Mingo Counell
Prof
Galbraith
Athens
A Song of Trust and Political Gossip
An issue combines a devotional verse exhorting faith and patience with social commentary. It includes lines about trusting God through autumn and hardship, followed by political rumors and brief mentions of figures like Wilson, Harmon, Daugherty, and Col. Bond.
Brooke County Levy Set Amid Election Expenses Increases
Brooke County officials met in Wellsboro with Commissioners Sheets Baxter and Beck to establish the coming year’s levy. County and road taxes are set at 16 cents each, amid rising election costs. Notices warn residents of distraction attempts by con artists seeking donations for orphan schools. Local court to consider Joe Bertuccio retrial in a murder case. Funeral held for four month old Richard Humes. several residents travel or relocate.
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County Court of
Brooke
Wellsbore
Sheets
Baxter
Beck
Iso
C. Hervey
Brooke County
Hervey
Joe Bertuccio
Larry Alvado
Richard
Harry D. Humes
Main Street
Brooke Cemetery
Mitchell
New Martinsville
Lottie Smith
Grove
James Smith
Jane Black
Wisie Watt
Pittsburg
J. R. Lewis
Edith Lake
New Kensington
A. McPherson
Atlantic City
Follanshee
Gome
Follanshee chief tightens muzzle law on strays
Chief Barnes drives crackdown on dogs running at large in Follanshee disposing of unmu zzled animals and ordering continued enforcement. Miss Helen Brandon returns from Newell West Virginia after visiting relatives. Mrs Wheaton and son Harry return from Dresden Ohio. Council to hold special session this evening on important matters. Miss Mary Care planned visit to Canali Cove Ohio. Mr and Mrs Frederick Blackwell back home in Coshocton Ohio after visiting here. Mrs John Rodgers returns from Pittsburg and Youngstown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barnes
Follanshee
Helen Brandon
Newell
W. Va
Wheaton
Harry
Dresden
Follansee Council
Mary Care
Canali Cove
Frederick Blackwell
Coshocton
John Rodgers
Pittsburg
Youngstown
Ladies Aid Society Meet at Mrs Foringer Home
Toronto notes a social after a business session with refreshments by Mrs N H Foringer aided by Miss Phylls Carman. Many locals with visits, trips, reunions, and picnics share weekly happenings including residents traveling to Steubenville Mast Liverpool Niagara Falls and Wreck West Virginia. Church events, reunions at Rog Springs Park and a Thimble Bee picnic at Stanton Park feature among the community updates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies Aid Society of the Christian Church
N. H. Foringer
Phylls Carman
Thomas Daniels
Pittsburg
Beatrice Francy
Mast Liverpool
David Tuttle
Niagara Falls
Grave
Bess Wait
Mae Henry
Chas
Smith
Ollie
Wiggins
Thomas Price
Harrry Moiraw
Low Rock
Nellie Blurchfield
Steubenville
Stinger
Misa Helen Connell
Braddock
Raymond Walker
North Phin, Street
Thomas Livingston
Hebron
W. Va
Lawrence Price
Trondale
Wm. Amd
Seamon Britten
Wreck
Emerson Britten
Stanton Park
West Main Street
Camp Crum
Nina Fulmer
Blanch Fulmer
Chester
J. W. Stewart
Ray Willison
East Liverpool
John Hommel, Jr
Marke
J. P. Sastings
Mary
Elizabeth
McCausland
Chardon
Cooper
Rog Springs Park
Lee McElry
Turkeyfoot
McKiory
Ing
Edmunds
Raymond Bail
Knighttown
Crawford
West Market Street
Stella Marshall
Latrobe
Kathleen” Porter
Findlay Street
Laura Newbold
P. Rogers
Richmond
Pius
W.H. Allison
Irondale
Wir
John Freeman
Palrview
Amanda Stratton
Cal. Gaston
Canton
Grange Meeting to Discuss Constitutional Proposition
Wintersville Grange will hold an open meeting Friday evening August 16 to discuss the Constitutional proposition set for vote September 3. Constitutional lawyers editors candidates and the public invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wintersville Grange
Largest copperhead killed on Belmont county farm
A 3.1 foot copperhead was killed on Mrs. Clark Hutchinson’s Mead township farm in Belmont county. The snake, a remarkable specimen for the season, measured just over three feet with a three inch head. Residents noted copperheads above thirty inches are rare, and this one is described as a monstrosity of its species.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clark Hutchinson
Mead Township
Belmont
Raiders raid Blind Tigers in police sweep
Detective Burns led a raid on speakeasies known as Blind Tigers last night and seized a large quantity of brewed liquor. Two operators were arrested as the crackdown continued on illicit alcohol venues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burns
Prosperous City Duluth’s Rise and Wealth in 19th Century View
Doyle returns from Duluth where he stayed with Thomas Wood and family. The article praises Duluth’s growth, population above 80,000 with 40,000 more across Superior Bay, vast ore shipments, record wheat prospects, a $15,000,000 United States Steel plant, and extensive electric power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doyle
Duluth
Thomas & Wood
Superior
Bay
Northwest
United States Steel Company
St. Louis
Court news foreclosure suits and insurance case
Court news lists Chas. S. Cole against Antonio Paglia rulo and others to foreclose on Bradley property with a $500 mortgage note and a receivership request. Amos Manteau sues Hartford Fire Insurance for $2,000 over a store fire loss at Glens Run. attorneys named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. S. Cole
Antonio Pagliarulo
Bradley
R. G. Porter
Amos Manteau
Hartford Fire Ins. Co
Glens Run
W. C. Brown
Wheeling State Fair Displays Wide Range of Attractions
At Wheeling West Virginia State Fair features include horse, cattle, sheep, swine, poultry and pet stock displays. Twenty trotting and pacing races, agricultural and mechanical exhibits, midway amusements, aeroplane flights, and aviator Glenn Curtiss headline a diverse program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glenn H. Curtice
West Virginia
Wheeling
Igaug Itd-Rtw
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Hopkins
Nancy H. Harsh
Harsh
Creston
Mercer County
America
Danville
Saral Hemphill Sharp
Washington County
Harry O. Cullen
New Cumberland
Hobbs
George R. Ahrendts
First National Bank
Cullenan
Detroit
Recorder’s Court
W. B. McKinley
Illinois
Senate Committee
Ossining
M. Y
Sing Sing
John Collins
Joseph Serrone
Mary Hall
Croton Reservoir
Kennedy
Zion Lutheran Sabbath School
Marie Spies
Max Gescheider
Frank Lyons
West Cleveland
Phillips Sheet, Tin Co
Weirton
Nancy Robertshaw
Robert Love
Freudenberger
Bridgeport
Intelligencer
Adaline Marshall Haythorn
Thomas Marshall
Tiltonsville
Thomas Rays
Geo, Vogt
C. X. Zimmerman
G. K. Heidler
Carl Marshall
Ruth
Cleveland, O
D. O. Murrin
Orrin and
Paul
Earl Marshall
Stewart and
Flona
Roy Marshall
Elsie
Golda
C. M. Daugherty
Marshall
Smithfield
E. C. Bower
Logan Street
Mr. Bower
M. Mirkin
Mt. Clemens
James Leary
Indian Harbor
William Craig
Annie Mirkin
Altoona
FF. O. Johnson
Laurie Roberts
Alfred J. Leonard
Sarah Campbell
Amsterdan
Ruth Duvall
Noblesville
Ind
C. H. Spaulding
Charles Howard
State Senate
Ho i
A. Price
Akron
Mayme Corbett
South Fourth Street
Jos
Silcox
Harvey Love
Marie C. Brelin
Hatine
Lidiay
Madge Wintringer
Berkshiers
Kinsfolk
Princeton
Mrs. Ee Wood
Morgantown
W.a
Orbin O'Neal
Miss Bessie
Uniontown
Harry Daugherty
Gen. Brown
Liberals
Schepp
Rosenthal
General Brown
National Magazine
Wilson Is
Free
Brown
Gaynor
Harmon
Wall Street
Col. Bond
Follansbee
Toronto
Court News
Glenn H. Curtiss
Reymann
Geo. Hook
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