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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1916
Page
4
Gen Hollingsworth of the 18th Ohio District travels to Washington as House session opens to advance measures passed by the Senate. He praises past district leaders, notes a large primary plurality and broad support, and urges opponents to back Republican principles while affirming dedication to country and public service.
A Washington Ace letter discusses House passage of dye stuffs tariff and Democratic Senate resistance to immediate enforcement. Critics warn delaying the tariff invites German surplus and risks American industry while Republicans push for earlier effect and broader protection.
Toronto businessmen pledged 25000 dollars to buy property for a new steel works by the Follanshee brothers company. Mingo and Brilliant show unusual civility as Yorkville attracts several plants.
Ad urges caution on kidney disorders warning of diabetes and Brights disease. Recommends Foley Kidney Pills from Beall and Steele Drug Co as a preventive remedy for back pain joints and rheumatic aches.
Hay fever and asthma sufferers face misery as Foley's Honey and Tar provides relief for throat irritation hoarseness and wheezing. The preparation helps breathing and sleep and contains two opiates per Beall Steele Drug Co.
Pittsburgh based firm lists machine tools lathes drills planers and saw mill outfits including gasoline engines electric motors boilers belting pulleys shafting and accessories. Write today to Baird Machinery Co.
Contractors seek street pavers, six foot capacity, eight gravel wagons, and scraper equipment for contracts. Special prices advertised by Caird Machinery Co, Pittsburgh.
The council reports Market Master salary 630.00 seven months interest on bonds 1633.33 total 2799.04 receipts eight months rents 1054.00 deficit seven months 1745.04. Exceptions show deficit excluding bond interest would be 111.71. Ordinances include 3418 sidewalk construction on Lawson avenue. 3420 lease room in city building. 3423 raise secretary salary to 600. 3424 fund printing of refunding bonds. Special assessments 2425 to 3427 for street improvements and paving costs.
The council read certificates of paving payments to Mary M Bates for West alley, Pennsylvania avenue to Boulevard Wilking street, Slack Street, East ay in Reserve Place and Midway alley, and South street to Hill avenue totaling several amounts. Discussions covered maintenance of Slack Street steps, Linden avenue access, playground equipment paint, bus schedule adjustment for mill workers, and requests for new street lights before adjourning.
Senator Hughes criticizes the WISE TARIFE stance and warns the tariff bill’s anti-dumping clause could yield surprise. He cites McAdoo’s 1914 emergency currency plan and argues against revenue‑only aims. He urges a tariff commission to uphold protective principles.
A compact listing of local businesses including Keane & Sons cash market and Steubenville hardware firms T A Hoge Hardware Low’s Hardware Steuben ville Hardware Imperial Hotel Buehler Brothers Jewelers Forney Laban Mirkin Spies Miller & Co United Cooleen Mills Coates Brothers Miller Dever Taggart Newsdealer Sporting Goods Pictures Frames and more in-town services.
Attorney William T. Dixon Jr declares he has abandoned hope in securing the Republican nomination for State Senator after an all-day Steubenville vote count in Jefferson County. In precinct C, Fourth Ward, officials reportedly counted only favored candidates’ votes and stopped after 12 Dixon ballots, despite a narrow defeat overall. Dixon expresses disappointment yet satisfaction with strong local support.
D W Leonard engineer of the Twentieth Century Limited on New York Central, involved in the Amherst Ohio wreck on March 29, was found dead in his Toledo home yesterday. The death is reported as sudden with no immediate cause given. Leonard had been under stress following the accident and for months prior. He is survived by his wife and two children.
The sale of the Clifton Coal Co property and bonds in Brooke County West Virginia to Cyrus Ferguson of McDonald Pennsylvania has been confirmed. A payment of 400000 dollars was made in cash.
The obituary notes the death of a local woman connected to Holy Name Catholic church and Virgin’s Sedaling. She was a parochial school graduate, pursued business studies, and held a post in commerce. Survived by parents two brothers Robert and John and five sisters including Mrs F R O’Hantin and Mrs E J Yantis.
Mrs Margaret wife of Porter Blankenship of Pittsburgh died at her mother Mrs Albert Polen’s home at 154 North Sixth street on Tuesday night aged 24 after a week long illness with complications. Born in Steubenville, she was the daughter of Mr and Mrs Albert Polen, married four months ago. Survived by husband, mother, and brothers and sisters John Cora Minnie Lulu Roy and Mildred. She was a member of the Christian church and known for her pleasant disposition.
A Republican gathering debated a secret ballot for a chairman with 69 full committee votes required. Chairman Carpenter ruled the majority needed, appointing tellers Spaulding and Davis. Jones assumed duties, pledging harmony and party service, while the group debated Executive Committee selection and urged a remedy for polling place staffing at $3 wages.
New York reports President Wilson invited 640 general chairmen of railroad unions to Washington to discuss settlement proposals for the looming strike. Engineers and conductors depart first, later others board trains to the capital as managers consider a permanent wage dispute commission and potential 8 hour trial plan with pro rata overtime.
James Looman was taken into custody for furnishing liquor to Mrs. Mary Dailey. He pleaded guilty and was sent to the county jail in default of a $5 fine and costs. Mrs. Dailey, charged with intoxication, also went to the county jail.
A stream of conveyances lists numerous lot transfers across Steubenville, Richmond, Adena, and nearby townships. Names include McClave, Hill, Rowan, Moore, Cooper, Keller, and Snyder among others. Considerable parcels from Beall & Steele, La Belle View, and Murray’s properties are noted with nominal sums.
Thomas Clifford of Cleveland Ohio, a Socialist candidate for Governor of Ohio, will deliver an address in Steubenville in the latter part of the month. The local Socialist party is arranging the event.
Ice shortages forced Tiltonville pottery to suspend operations for a week. A Sunday carload of ice enabled a Monday restart and resumption of work.
In the case of H. S. Odbert Coal Company versus The Wabash Coal Company the court directs the receiver to pay Geo T Odbert a judgment of 1100 dollars.
Hearing today on the application of Yorkville citizens for incorporation drew fifty or more taxpayers. No objections were raised to the petition, but residents protested the proposed lines including land not laid off in lots.
An advertisement urges readers to try a liniment for fast pain relief. It emphasizes quick effects and suggests applying the product at any drugstore. The copy uses casual language and promotes personal relief from aches.
First and final accounts filed in the estates of James L. Porter and Mary J. Porter. Petition for sale of personal property filed in the estate of Charles W. H. Peterson.
The court orders a partition of real estate in the Warren Turner versus Mary E. Turner case and appoints commissioners T. W. Vance, Joseph May, and D. F Vorhees to divide the property.
Proposes attention to rest and diet and urges Dr King’s New Discovery for cough relief. Claims formula with Pine Tar and antiseptic oils eases throat and bronchial tubes, checks cold, clears head. Classic family cough syrup sold by druggists for over 40 years.
An old advertisement urges travelers to carry a purgative remedy. It promotes Foley Cathartic Tablets as wholesome and gentle, claiming to cleanse without griping or nausea. The sale is attributed to Beall & Steele Drug Co.
A Cure for coughs and colds proclaims Dr Bell's Pine-Tar-Honey. The remedy soothes irritation, stops coughing, and fights germs. A 25 cent bottle is said to prove its value and is available at druggists.
An advertisement proclaims a gentle daily bowel movement as a health sign. It claims Dr King s New Life Pills provide a mild laxative effect without griping and purify blood, relieve constipation, and improve overall tone. The ad notes the price as 25 cents at druggists.
Foley s Honey and Tar is particularly good for children s colds cough and croup because it contains no opiates or habit forming drugs. The first dose brings relief and comfort. Heall Steele Drug Co.
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