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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1916
Page
2
A fragmentary column notes Christmas shopping, newsprint costs, Ohio politics, a potential recount, and business prospects. It mentions Lloyd George, Lord Northcliffe, Mack with the drys, oil stocks, Pomerene for Senate president pro tempore, and the Ohio State Journal’s doubts about ballot destruction.
Gov Cox vows to end factional strife within his party a move seen as signaling potential candidacy for higher office. In Ohio Wilson leads with a 90,000 majority while Cox trails by 6,000. The piece notes Cox’s humility versus Will’s pride amid a grave British crisis and expected national resilience.
Politically charged line asserts Ohio Valley will gain little from the current administration while criticizing many in the Sunny South as self interested. The remark reflects regional tensions and attitudes toward national policy impacts.
The reader notes that Democratic newspapers focus on high living costs today, contrasting with prior claims of widespread prosperity before elections. The remark implies a shift in messaging as elections approach.
Democratic leaders credit James Hamilton Lewis of Illinois for the party win while noting his home state voted Republican. The contrast highlights shifting support across regions during the election.
Bill Finley warned voters that price increases come from merchants aiming to defeat the Democratic party. He urged residents to consider the broader political impact of costly living.
There is only one way to keep down crime and that is to punish criminals. The speaker criticizes leniency in lower courts and argues Cleveland currently suffers from such a policy.
A critical exchange questions why ballots might be destroyed and who benefits. The Ohio State Journal shifts tone as ministers send congratulations while longtime supporters receive little notice.
The excerpt notes disparities in electoral voting power by state with Nevada exceeding New York, South Carolina eight times Ohio, and asserts that many states vote the Democratic ticket. It ends with a rhetorical question about when this pattern will end, reflecting concern over electoral influence and partisanship.
In October 1916 the United States produced twice as much pig iron as in October 1914, a record increase tied to the ongoing great war. The statement invites readers to draw their own conclusions about the unprecedented industrial surge amid global conflict.
Reported reflections from England and France warn that peace talks are far off. The article foresees England marching toward a dictatorship, with a “man on horseback” heading the Allied movement after a small war council, signaling a drawn out conflict ahead.
The piece notes Columbus plans a new city market while claiming Columbus is among the cheapest U S cities to live, second only to Kansas City. It contrasts Steubenville as costly aside from clothing and dry goods and urges the Chamber of Commerce to explain why.
A fragment questions the Anti Saloon League and its tactics. The speaker argues some methods are petty and imply ulterior motives. The text hints at public understanding of the league's role and persistence in its broader reform effort.
A newspaper editorial asserts that a board member aiming to destroy ballots during a results dispute is dishonest, and emphasizes that preserving ballots causes no harm and must be done to safeguard the electoral process.
More than eight million pounds of clocks watches and parts were seized in the first nine months of the year compared with two and a half million dollars for the same period in 1913 under protective duties. The majority originated from Switzerland amid trading difficulties there.
Farry Zink resigns from the Steubenville council citing persistent criticism. He describes the role as irksome despite his solid business experience and good judgment, noting that the public and uninformed often expect the impossible and undervalue good service.
The writer claims saloon keepers vote for business interests, noting Cox’s governorship in Ohio twice and alleging a scandalous unanimity this time. The piece accuses opponents of falsehood and urges recognition of democracy aligned with saloon influence, while condemning California as uniquely lemon-like.
A Britainwide stats summary notes that in July 1914 there were 3.2 million women in gainful employment and, in the prior two years, 760,000 women had replaced men in wage earning work. Most will stay in these jobs after the war, easing potential labor shortages unless the conflict lasts years.
The writer notes Democrat pressure behind ticket burning as fear, urges immediate Ohio recount then doubts Gov Willis victory. In Jefferson County a recount could reveal major errors not due to dishonesty but ignorance of election laws, calling for overhaul of election officials and better training for uniform procedures.
The speaker blasts political manipulation over the armor plate plant, accusing officials of hiding the true plan to shift the project to the South while North taxpayers bear the cost. The denied location Half Moon Farm is contrasted with the Hall Mgog Farm pledge, exposing alleged campaign deception and fleeting promises. The satire ends by noting a brief eight week presidency before the plant’s true fate was revealed.
W Kee Maxwell portrays a prodigal who returns repentant, greeted by a father who jokes about feeding him rabbit stew while mentioning veal at 60 cents a pound. The piece blends humor with holiday satire and light political notes, including Lloyd George and a composite cabinet.
A fashion editor complains of scant hats while a witty aside notes the Kaiser near the rope. Meanwhile two Chicago youths wed at a soda fountain, a nuptial pairing the writer hopes won’t fizz.
"Shop early" folks are out these days. Others likely to be out a couple of weeks hence when all the wood stuff is sold or picked over. The brief notice highlights swift sales and remaining inventory as buyers move quickly through available goods.
A Pennsylvania judge has declared pedestrians must be given priority in street crossings. The ruling echoes debates on urban safety and traffic rights, drawing comparisons to historic capital conflicts and territorial boundaries in the public sphere.
A wry column riffs on fate and folly as Wetz the egg king misreads profits and history. It muses how Europe’s dark ages might shift, Romania’s misattribution, and Santa bringing cheaper living as a Christmas cure while war’s intoxication mounts. The piece ends with a jab at a married man and his father in law.
The Allies press for a formal explanation of Greece's military actions, drawing sharp attention to regional tensions and potential shifts in alliance commitments amid ongoing security concerns.
A clipped passage suggests King Constantine may play a more significant role in the war than widely assumed, challenging the view of him as a mere figurehead and hinting at strategic influence or leadership in critical moments.
In Chicago the diet squad demonstrates sustenance on under forty cents daily while the New York Sun questions if the price is worth paying, sparking debate over cost and value in urban living.
In Common Pleas court at St. Clairsville the jury found for the plaintiff in a $100,000 damage suit against Wheelin Traction Company. The verdict stems from the February 8 Riverview grade crossing accident that injured W. C. Steward, husband of the plaintiff, who died several days later.
Patent Office records show issue of several patents to Eastern Ohio inventors. Names include GC Allison Caton with demountable tire rim assigned to Miller Rubber Co Akron yarn coating device to W R Denman, J C Gibson Akron glove, FE Moore Newark power pulley, J L Dunn Marietta displacement pump, Palm Bros Co New York design for plate or similar articles, W R Denman design for tire tread, W A Parker Akron design for tread hand for pneumatic tires assigned to B F Goodrich Co.
The Clerk of Courts reports a busy week with many separation applications filed and a five petition surge expected Monday. A peculiarity is that four petitions had previously appeared before the court and were dismissed.
Michael Burke a former Steubenville resident died at his Toronto Ohio home Thursday at 2 p m aged 58 He is survived by his wife and children Thomas Michael Jr Mary and Margaret of Toronto William and Peter of Chicago Sister M Rebecca Loretta Ky brother William Steubenville and John Chicago Funeral services will be at St Francis church Toronto Saturday morning and the body will be brought to Steubenville for interment at Mt Calvary cemetery
William Hare a veteran Wheeling businessman and brother of the late Frank Hare died at 87 in Wheeling. Born July 13 1829 in Pittsburgh he founded a large plumbing firm William Hare and Sons and leaves eight children including William H Hare and Andrew Hare. Funeral services set for Saturday with local kin in attendance. Fred Hipsley Hill died at age 27 in Steubenville after a yearlong illness. Born December 28 1889 in Tiffin Ohio he worked at La Belle Iron Works and married Francis Ault. he leaves a son Robert and relatives William Hill Mrs W A Fisher Mrs John Bennett. He was a Westminster Presbyterian and well regarded in the community.
Mrs Mary Ann Watts aged 63 wife of Benjamin Watts died at home in Charleroi Tuesday. Born in England she came to America 30 years ago living in Monongahela then Charleroi. Survived by husband and several children including Mrs Warren Robinson Steubenville Mrs James Maund Charleroi Edward Watts Fostoria Mrs John Henrion Albert Watts Harrison Watts and Mrs George Eason Charleroi.
Mrs Ellen McHugh Brown aged 79 died at her Brilliant home on Saturday December 9 1916 at 430 pm. Born in Philadelphia she lived in New Alexandria and Brilliant most of her life. She leaves her husband T J Brown and nine children including Mrs Emma Rine Bridgeport and Mrs Frank Spidel. Funeral service will be Tuesday at 1 pm at the water home with burial at New Alexandria M E Church cemetery.
Catherine Whalen daughter of Anna and the late M J Whalen died at 216 South Sixth Street at 1 o'clock Saturday night December 9 1916 after an illness of over a year. She was born August 28 1900 in Pittsburgh Pa and moved to the city with her parents in 1910. She belonged to Holy Name church the Sodality and Sacred Heart league and is survived by her mother a sister Mary Agnes and brothers Leo and Regis.
Frank Mettenberger longtime city resident and brother of the late B W Mettenberger died at his home in Homestead Pennsylvania Sunday noon after a weeklong illness with pleuro pneumonia.
The deceased, about 65, well known in Steubenville for years with B. W Mettenberger in the undertaking business, left town eight years ago for Homestead. He is survived by his wife and one son, Harry.
Dr. William Clark, brother of the late Hugh T. Clark, died at his Brooklyn home Sunday evening after a month of illness from paralysis. A leading dentist born in Wheeling, he lived in Brooklyn for years with a Christian home life. He leaves a wife, two daughters and a son, plus brothers John Clark of Wheeling and other relatives. The interment will be in Brooklyn.
Rev J B McClay dies after twenty months illness at the First M E parsonage in Martin s Ferry Ohio where he served three years as pastor The survivor is widow Myrtle E Lee and two sons Virgil and Lee The funeral will be at the church with Bishop W F Anderson and Dr C N Church officiating, then remains moved to New London for interment.
The funeral of William Hare, brother of the late Frank Hare, was held Saturday at his Wheeling home. Dr. Ira G. McCreary and Dr. Charles H. Robinson conducted services. Interment was in Greenwood cemetery. Pallbearers included his sons Andrew S and William H Hare, son in law Charles H Wheeler, grandsons Fdear and John P Hare, and William H Wheeler. Relatives J. P Hare and sisters Sallie and Mary attended.
Anthony Walton aged 80 died Monday morning at the home of aide Joseph Dickinson in Tiltonville after months of illness. Born in England he emigrated years ago. Funeral service will be held at the Dickinson home this afternoon and the body will be taken to Braceville IL for interment.
Catherine Whalen's funeral was held at Holy Name Church at 8 30 this morning with Father Weigand officiating. Pallbearers listed were Charles Aldridge Joseph Curtin Frank Duffy Lawrence Caniff Edward and Frank McGinnis.
Alfred T. Wright's funeral was held Thursday at 2 p m from Island Creek Presbyterian church with Rev Russell and Rev Weybrick officiating. Pallbearers named were W S Call Mr Johnson Edward and Harry Cunningham.
Funeral services for Fred H. Hill were held at 3 p m Friday from the home of his father in law, Frank J. Ault, 622 North Fifth Street, with Rev A P Bissell officiating.
Harry J. Merryman 21 and Sarah Gladys Merryman 17 both of Bloomfield. Stant M. Hervey 23 and Marie Frazier 18 both of Bloomfield. Harry E. Crain 28 of Athens Pa and Maude E. Spencer 19 of Smithfield.
A chaotic line of notes suggests tires cost more yet the fuss remains muted as help is nine miles away. The text mixes complaints about tire prices with a travel setback. Named entities are unclear in the fragment, but the mood centers on rising tire costs and distant assistance.
A Chicago inquest into the high cost of living centers on the idea of cheaper cuts. The ruling underscores concerns about affordability and consumer choice amid rising prices, signaling potential policy or market responses.
King Constantine, long outspoken against fighting, appears poised on the brink of confrontation with multiple parties as tensions rise across the realm. Satirical press notes his hesitant stance contrasting with increasing pressure from allied and rival powers.
Fragmentary remarks imply Mr. Wilson seeks a law to shield him from social pressure and hints at changing views on equal suffrage influenced by California women voters. The text also references German calls about Belgian actions, reflecting a broader debate on social necessity and policy.
A detailed record of property transfers including parcels in Island Creek, Cross Creek, Steubenville and other townships, with buyers such as Mfg Light & Heat Co, Carrie Hilbert, Belle View city, Yorkville, Steubenville, and Wheeling Steel & Iron Co. Amounts range from $1.00 to $10,000 and reflect numerous lot, block, and acreage transactions across multiple towns.
Andy Molitz a 45 year old miner from Adena collapsed in the Cropper Hotel cafe at Martin's Forty Wednesday morning around 7:30. A hospital release letter found on him noted he suffered heart trouble and could only do light work. Relatives in Adena were notified and body prepared for burial.
General Funston refused to allow further protracted meetings at army camps on the border, arguing that the recent gathering there had already been lengthy. The decision reflects wartime discipline expectations and limits on religious or public meetings within military sites.
A fragment suggests that some women view marriage as a failure when husbands are ordinary tradesmen like plumbers or carpenters, with dreams of cinema and romance influencing dissatisfaction.
The article stresses that New York hotel magnate Boldt started as a waiter. It notes that Mr Wilson also began as a waiter and rose to the role of a watchful waiter, highlighting humble beginnings and career ascent.
A quirky idea proposes crossing the English sparrow with the American turkey to balance cheap abundance with high priced scarcity. The notion imagines a bird that could resolve supply tensions by combining traits of both species. No formal plan or dates accompany the speculative proposal.
A witty notice signals a three year marriage ban for bachelors deemed marriageable but not ready to wed. The countdown to a new year hints at changing social norms and lasting bachelor status through a formal closed season.
Jeanette Rankin the Montana congresswoman spent 687 dollars on her campaign. Her main saving came from reducing photographer and lithographer bills as she avoided extensive publicity and refused many portrait commissions.
A fragment notes thawing trains as a winter sport in Alaska and mentions Great Britain adopting a watchful waiting policy. It also advises to not fear new dimes, suggesting their eventual purchasing power. The passage reads as a collection of economic and weather related remarks with no cohesive event.
The remark argues that although a plant is being built progress is urgent, asserting that by the time construction finishes the plant will be unnecessary. It emphasizes immediate need and strategic timing for defense industry capacity.
A bath a shave and a change to his dinner clothes have the same effect as absolution and a clean conscience on a man, restoring not just appearance but inner calm.
Boston voters faced a sharp setback as John Barleycorn emerges as a central issue in local option elections across Massachusetts. fear and trembling accompany the impending ballot outcomes.
Construction advances on the La Belle bridge linking the La Belle works to the bi-pruct plant as most materials arrive and work nears completion. The project accelerates with steady material availability and ongoing site activity.
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