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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1920
Page
2
The Starkville Weekly Herald from the Herald Printing Company in Steubenville lists price information and publication details. It shows subscription rates daily and weekly, and notes office address and volume number for the August 19 1920 edition.
The column notes Colorado sugar beet crops valued at thirteen million dollars and contemplates conversion to sugar. It mentions Denver, Colorado and North Frankfort, Illinois competing for front-page status, and references political and economic themes from the era. It also covers Col. John E. Hunt's acquittal and President Taft era league questions.
The Polish situation worsens slowly if not deteriorating. The League remains in existence with little impact, likened to a broom sweeping cobwebs from the sky. Germany protests allied troop movements into Poland despite German intrigue aiding the Soviet government’s rise.
Cox notes twenty nine nations have joined the League and further additions would not improve the situation. He argues that one more country would likely worsen matters rather than untangle the current tangled state.
The government insists it has no wish to interfere with Mexico sovereignty and signals a cautious stance. The question arises whether this démarche mirrors disapproval of Wilsons Vera Cruz seizure and the Huerta overthrow.
Unclear text discusses National Government share in road construction exceeding Panama Canal costs and hopes Jefferson County benefits from the expenditure. The fragmentary source mentions someone named in an odd string but provides little concrete detail about dates places or figures.
The passage notes expectations of milk advancing to fifteen cents a quart due to higher railroad charges. Breubenville has already paid this price for some time, implying the town may have acted early in anticipation of the change. Democratic Senator Cox’s acceptance is mentioned in relation to the debate.
The analysis notes Cox’s acceptance speech reveals strategic shift toward the Wilson plan, sidelining party vs country tension and appealing to administration support. It contrasts executive influence with public sentiment, mocks grafted interests, and cites Reed’s critique of the league covenant as flawed and open to changes.
Marshal Foch views Poland's distress as not beyond help and expresses hope that he can improve the situation. The note suggests optimism for relief measures and potential support from allied leadership.
With a chance to seize Constantinople the Greek leadership signals reluctance yet avoids public confrontation. Officials in Athens weigh strategic risks while keeping the matter discreet, as opponents press for decisive action.
Mr Wilson supports a watchful waiting approach toward Russia. He warns that if the policy mirrors Mexico’s experience, the Russians may wish for relief and deliverance.
A correspondent appeals for a Pullman porter excluded from the late rail increase. He may gain nothing from Pullman but hopes to recoup losses from passengers. A New York policeman finds a man asleep atop a telephone pole amid city indifference.
Bankruptcy proceedings have been instituted against Ponzi, Boston's financial wizard, though surface appearances do not justify the claim. Other operators in the frenzied field may be jealous because Ponzi outpaced them decisively.
The article argues Villa's surrender would cost the Mexican government as much as 3,000,000, calling it an expensive injury. It suggests peace is unlikely and questions whether the payoff would justify the expense.
A New York firm touts a Ponzi like plan promising thirty percent in sixty days while warning of inevitable collapse. The piece cites foreign exchange speculation and outlines a tricked travel version to Europe with large profits, but cautions against wide scale schemes and suggests sleepless planning to evade officials would be required.
A passenger fare of eight cents draws a tepid public response with some supporters praising affordability while critics worry about service quality and long-term funding. City officials weigh impact on transit reliability and future pricing.
A Manchester Guardian writer argues Americans rely on night travel while criticising Villa and French railway workers over troop transport to Poland. Oswald Spangler’s pessimistic European future view is noted as typical Teutonic outlook amid wartime culture critique. The piece concludes that civilization faces a tremendous jolt but is not doomed.
Official figures show 74.8 percent of factories in the invaded district are again in operation with greatly reduced forces. Reopened factories and trades employ 840,002 workers, up from 679,188 in 1914. Of the present workforce 82,138 focus on rebuilding and repairing and 258,874 on commercially productive work.
The report notes producers are 37.9 percent, matching 1914 levels. It suggests full normality may take years to return, and commends France for the progress achieved so far.
The article argues that Poland should not become a vassal to Russia or Germany and condemns dismemberment of Russia. It supports a future where Finland and other territories may gain freedom, noting American sympathy for authentic national self determination and insisting the solutions must be worked out by those on the ground, not distant outsiders.
The Jackson county style Ohio primaries reveal sixty nine names on the Jefferson county ballot beyond local committeemen. Voters faced many unfamiliar candidates and a push toward a short ballot. Governor nominee Davis and ex Governor Willis Cox Murphy are noted for district tickets with Belknap leading county races. Clerks, sheriffs, prosecutors and other officials are profiled as capable incumbents. Anticipate December tax increases.
There is a calm after the primaries but the campaign will heat up before many weeks pass. The note suggests ongoing political activity and anticipation of further contests.
The city council faced a controversial decision as Toledo residents voted three to one against municipal street cars. Citizens argued they already bore the burdens of city duties and transportation needs with existing systems.
A leading complaint in Charlie Chaplin's divorce petition accuses him of throwing cast and pies at his wife. The remark likens his alleged actions to sport but notes the impact differs on the recipient.
The article estimates six billion dollars are needed for permanent railroad improvements over the next three years. It adds a further one and a half billion annually for maintenance and upkeep. It argues America’s size justifies the expenditure and that judicious spending will avoid waste.
A speaker denounces the plan to publish volunteers and their war service records, arguing it unjustly blames the men for the department's faulty records. The critic insists corrections should occur without public disclosure to avoid rank injustice.
London report claims William Byrd, once unknown to historians, may be England s greatest musician. A manuscript found in an old cupboard is set for publication with Carnegie Trust funds amid skepticism about the find s reliability.
The text notes Poland in trouble and declares war against Russia as a matter of concern while warning that recruiting Poles in the country would violate Neutrality laws.
A victorian era note describes a woman who, after a brief courtship and marriage, ends in separation and immediately pursues a divorce to restart the same social venture. The report emphasizes rapid legal steps and social expectations surrounding marriage and dissolution.
Lancaster Pennsylvania high school boys spend their vacation on a street improvement project, building a section of a late highway. The work is less strenuous than football and far safer, offering a practical offseason activity.
The late ruling of the Federal Director Anéet states cider under 4 percent alcohol may be manufactured and sold without a permit. Cider used for vinegar requires a permit and can only be sold in five gallon lots to permit holders. Permits carry no charge. Revival of the Hague.
The Hague peace commission reconvened at the Peace Palace with ten jurists from the United States Britain France Italy Belgium Japan Norway Holland Spain and Brazil. Sessions began June 16 lasting over a month led by John Root and John Brown Scott as American representatives despite no support from the Wilson circle in Washington.
The piece discusses Mr. Root’s role in shaping an international code and an impartial court, likening it to a Hague tribunal model. It notes progress toward a practical peace plan and connects Root to Republican platform planks while mentioning a Polish count claiming Chicago land through an old grant amid Reds’ pursuit.
Admiral Decker loses command of the Key West naval station and is reassigned to Norfolk Virginia following congressional testimony revealing incapacities. CAMILLE FULAMARION, a French astronomer, claims Mars signals Earth with a large white spot, a theory he often presents with vivid imagination.
Ross and May Buchanan of Mingo Junction sue in Common Pleas Court for an injunction to restrain Agsénta and Danting Fogletti from engaging in grocery business or selling merchandise north of McLister Avenue in Mingo. They allege they bought out the defendants in January under an agreement they would refrain from that town section.
Carmelia Rocco 26 of Rochester Pa and Nita Pomonall 18 of Steubenville were granted a marriage license today in a local civil ceremony.
Probate court records show inventory and appraisement filed for Elizabeth Rutlegge. Edward W. Arn appointed guardian of Leonard H. Arn and others.
John Maros sues for divorce from Rose Maros alleging abandonment and adultery with the defendant living with another man in Homestead Pennsylvania. A truckload of liquor seized near East Liverpool is tied to three men held in Lisbon for federal authorities. Marriage licenses issued to Benjamin Hilder and Helen Parlick. William Hackathorn and Blanche Petersen. Hancock county court house plans submitted but no action due to bond sale requirements. bonds of 100000 prepared. Probate listings note estate actions for W T Marshall and Grant Johnson. final action in estate of Brida... Nalen.
John Marco of Ligonia Italian is reported with a fractured skull after a fight with a fellow youth in Cherry Valley. Clarence Millien, 11, of Martins Ferry, drowned yesterday while swimming in the Ohio River. other boys involved are unconfirmed.
Margaret Estella Mueller and Harry V Donathan wed in a First Methodist ceremony at the Mueller home venue, with Rev Dr Mohn officiating. The reception for about fifty featured yellow and white decorations, a double ring ceremony, and a Columbia journey planned for the couple.
Harry V Donathan age 22 of St Marys Pennsylvania and Margaret Mueller age 23 were issued licenses in Steubenville. The records indicate companions unable to swim or assist, highlighting the depth issue mentioned in the license notes.
Inventory and appraisement filed in the estate of Frank K. Bess along with a petition to determine inheritance tax in the estate of Mary M. Barthold.
Frank Bodo sues Rosa Bodo for divorce alleging neglect and adultery after she abandoned him. Frances Taylor Elliott seeks divorce from Olen E. Elliott alleging extreme cruelty including beating and unlawful detention, married August 31, 1928, seeking alimony and child custody.
Charles Wedge age 21 and Catherine Waiee age 24, who separated by divorce eleven months ago, obtained a license in Probate Court yesterday to remarry.
Andrew Campbell 58 Wellsboro WV weds Martha Lewis 45 Steubenville. Charles Wedge 21 and Catherine Wedge 24 Steubenville. Joseph R Tomlinson 22 Wellsville weds Viola Logan 15 Steubenville. Mille Karnich 26 and Yeka Bogie 30 Steubenville. Albert Beall 21 Ragland weds Hazel Peck 32 Rush Bun.
Five additional damage suits were filed in Common Pleas Court by Piney Park property owners against the Dillonvale and Smithfield railroad company. Plaintiffs Adolph Suspinski Jon Klokac William Tal esitt W Kulhawik and Jan Strupo s become part of a total fifteen suits seeking from 185 to 300 dollars each for property damage from Piney Creek overflow alleged to be caused by a bridge the railroad built over the creek.
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