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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1916
Page
3
Washington reports show diplomats in London Paris and Berlin tracking reactions to President Wilson note to belligerents. Neutrals fear entangling actions while hoping for terms that ease the war. London press criticizes the move as insufficient and urges restraint.
London reports George G Gracey of the American Committee for Armenian Relief arrived after aiding about 55 000 Armenians in Armenia and the Caucasus. He credits American generosity for relief, notes Armenia’s dire condition, and praises Red Cross efforts in Persia under Dr Hazlett.
Mrs Iva M Barnes was found not guilty of murdering her traveling salesman husband James R Barnes in a Washington Park quarrel on Sept 15 1916. The jury deliberated three hours making her the nineteenth woman acquitted of murder in Chicago since 1907.
A temporary injunction was granted by the court in the divorce action of Alice Murphy versus Silvester Murphy. The Nick case against Annie Nick has been dismissed from ng Pleas Court, at cost of de n.
Prosecuting Attorney W. C. Brown asks Common Pleas Court to nolle 762 grand jury indictments filed since April 1 1913 many pending years. Court likely to approve removing charges to give Roy R. Carpenter a clean slate as he assumes office January 1. Indictments include two first degree and two second degree murders with most cases for illegal selling and gambling while many defendants were never apprehended. Five murder indictments to continue against Turner Ber giers Petrella Zucour Tareddei.
Guy Lonetta was arrested yesterday on a charge of non-support. Justice Lawler sentenced him to three months in the house and suspended the sentence on condition that he provide properly for his family thereafter.
Coroner Herb investigated the sudden death of 73 year old Mrs. Susan Wolfe in Unionport on Friday afternoon. He returned a verdict of valvular heart trouble. Mrs. Wolfe was a well known county resident.
President Wilson sends notes to all belligerents and neutrals proposing that an early exchange of views be sought on terms to end the war and prevent a renewal of conflict. He stresses he is not proposing peace or offering mediation but merely encouraging soundings to gauge possible paths to peace. Diplomats report surprise in Washington and varying reactions from Entente and Central powers as the notes move toward potential discussions.
The piece argues Buncombe County North Carolina may determine the next House of Representatives and influence the Speaker through tight election results in Britt’s race. It notes recounts in Sandy Mush and Hominy precincts, the origin of the term buncombe, and recalls Felix Walker’s 1820 speech remark “Runcombe” that gave rise to modern political rhetoric.
The Youngstown Telegram reports that Ohio vets fear a dry shift and allege eastern allies mobilize large delegations to influence state centers. Wets seek to pad dwindling votes by admitting men with short residence, while neutral papers allegedly tilt against prohibition. The piece frames Ohio as a critical battleground to derail a national wet loss.
The court has granted a temporary injunction in the divorce case filed by Mary Haynes against Frank Haynes, limiting actions during the proceedings.
Rosa Basile appeals from Squire Patterson in Yorkville to the Common Pleas court after being denied judgment of 160 dollars. The justice notes the knotty case and that he consulted two attorneys, an ex-justice, and Swan's Treatise before ruling. Probate Court reports first and final account for Ida May Lodgs's estate.
C R Warner of Hancock county will speak at the coming farmers institute. He has doubled and now quadrupled farm productivity through soil fertility and livestock farming. He brings twenty six years own farm experience and twenty years under his father. He has shown stock at fairs and expositions and contributed eighteen years to farmers institutes across Ohio and neighboring states. His talks include changing topics on livestock breeding soil management and farm operations.
Luella Barr McKee, trained at multiple normal schools and universities, will address women at the upcoming farmers institute. She has judged women’s departments at fairs in six states and lectured on domestic science in Chautauqua programs. Her topics include The Housewife's Pride and The New Profession Home Making.
Yanko Bunyac was arrested at Freedman’s store on Wells Street last night after attempting to shoot his wife. Officers Dignan and Conroy disarmed him of a .38 revolver and a large knife and locked him up. He faces a Mayor’s hearing tonight. Bunyac claimed his wife was his property and that he had a right to beat her, a view the Mayor aimed to correct.
On condition he supports his family, Charles Looman was released from custody by Justice Lawler who suspended a three months' workhouse term. A garbled classified-style listing follows for Byrd Machinery Co of Pittsburgh, Pa detailing shop equipment and engines.
A vintage ad touts Dr Zing’s New Discovery for colds and coughs with 47 years of soothing antiseptic balsams and claims of relief from congestion. It features testimonials from a young user and promotes Dr King’s New Discovery, both offered by/druggist at 50 cents.
An advertisement extols Dr Kings New Life Pills as a gentle effective laxative for clearing impurities from the system. It claims accumulated waste poisons the blood causing dizziness biliousness pimples and a muddy complexion and promises a free full bowel movement by morning for 25 cents at the druggist.
Pimples and muddy complexions blamed on impurities in the blood. Dr King’s New Life Pills claim to cleanse poisons from the system and brighten the eye. A morning bowel movement follows a night dose. available at druggists for 25 cents.
Suffering from rheumatism gout lumbago and neuralgia? Sloan's Liniment offers quick relief without rubbing. Penetrates to soothe tender areas. Cleaner than ointments or poultices and handy for strains sprains and pulled ligaments. See your druggist 28c.
Mrs Sam C Small of Clayton New Mexico writes that her grandson suffered whooping cough at three months old and Foley's Honey and Tar saved his life. She notes the product helps with whooping cough croup and standard coughs and colds and praises Beall and Steele Drug Co as the supplier.
Men also suffer from overwork and疲疲 from weak kidneys. When energy sinks and blues set in, Foley Kidney Pills are pitched as a tonic and strengthening aid by Beall & Steele Drug Co.
The Peoples National Bank announces its annual stockholders meeting to elect Directors for the ensuing year. The meeting will be held at the bank’s headquarters on Tuesday January 0 1917 between 2 and 3 PM. L L Grimes Cashier.
Ann Byrd of Tuscumbia Alabama received religious rites amid claims of kidney and bladder trouble. The fragment notes she suffered back and joint pains and sleep disturbance, with Beall and Steels Drug Co mentioned as a local address.
Neglected colds worsen with stuffed head and tight chest. Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey uses honey and glycerine to heal irritated membranes while antiseptic tar loosens phlegm, helping you breathe easier and break up the cold. Pleasant for children and adults, at your druggist for 25 cents.
Early cold snaps bring storms sleet snow and slush that trigger coughs and colds. Foley's Honey and Tar acts quickly to cut phlegm open air passages ease irritation heal inflammation and let sufferers breathe and sleep easy. Beall and Steele Drug Co.
Plain old fashioned physic that acts promptly on the bowels without pain or nausea. Keeps the stomach sweet and bowels regular. Banishes biliousness sick headache and indigestion. Peall and Steele Drug Co.
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