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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1908
Page
2
Congressmen Cole struggles to keep his seat as voters oppose third terms. Bryan drew a cordial Columbus welcome on Tuesday with broad public respect for him as a great man, clean in intent though sometimes mistaken in judgment.
The Republican committees of Alabama Missouri Tennessee and New Mexico have all instructed for Taft in a sweeping showing. Seven Missouri districts elected delegates backing him signaling strong momentum. The Tennessee and New Mexico committees followed suit marking a broad landslide in favor of Taft.
A Tuscarawas County Matron allegedly tortured a child by driving a tack through the tongue, claiming deception. The shocking incident occurred in Eastern Ohio within the district, prompting calls for a thorough state investigation into the matter.
The piece argues there should be no factionalism in Ohio's school system and warns against attacks on reputations driven by personal grievances. It urges centrism for taxpayers, suggests the Republican party nominate an unentangled man for State School Commission, and notes broad calls for accountability amid local political maneuvers.
Har riman’s $10,000 beauty and ex Senator Manderson condemn Roosevelt for erratic behavior and money driven politics. The piece laments decency in politics and notes public reaction against machine methods as candidates seek support for the Republican State Convention. It observes a real contest for state offices amid Taft’s big sweep and ongoing public protest.
The Herald-Star remarks that Ohio resists forcing leaders on the state convention and expresses cautious optimism about moving away from machine politics. While praising progress, it cautions that true reform toward eliminating bosses has not yet arrived.
The writer urges calm, principled voting and shows that heated disputes arise from choosing between imperfect candidates. He argues followers should act on the right and greatest good, not personality, and notes little sunshine in quarrels, advising restraint and tolerance in public life.
The text notes how critics move from attacking Taft as a radical to vilifying him as a conservative. It questions what charge will come next, implying ongoing partisan labeling and pressure on Taft.
Persistent chatter in corporate papers claims Wall Street, aside from Standard Oil, has capitulated to back Taft. Critics call the report suspicious, arguing it contradicts known Taft rally positions and raises questions about influence and timing.
A reflective piece questions the everyday man’s true nature asking if he has ordinary appetites and passions, tires or grows snappy like others, and whether he ever tires of the endless grind. The writer invites a real example of a typical man.
A critique of John R McLean accusing him of partisan influence using his Enquirer and Post to oppose Taft and to undermine Bryan. The speaker asserts McLean’s misjudgments haunt him as Taft sweeps contests and Bryan loses little opposition in Ohio. Public sentiment grows wary of his role.
The quote reflects on a fickle human nature where possession changes mood and intentions with weather. People who own pikes celebrate while those without plan to acquire them, yet when conditions improve nothing will move them to act. The remark ends with a wry observation that the world is peculiar.
Senator Foraker supported a primary which was granted but later called illegal and unfair. The Ohio Supreme Court ruled it legal and fair. Taft supporters dominated in many counties, leaving no opposition and no primary. The senator argues Ohio Republicans expressed nothing, aiming to hurt Taft nationally.
Delegates from the Fifteenth Ohio Congressional district adopt resolutions pledging loyalty to the party and endorsing William H. Taft for the presidency. They commend Theodore Roosevelt's administration, reject misrepresentation, and commit to supporting the party nominee, with instructions to delegates to vote accordingly.
A Cleveland woman reportedly bathed in champagne in what appears to be a curious local incident. The playful act raises questions about her affiliations or stance toward temperance groups, including the anti saloon league.
Elizabeth Stokely Wood died February 18 1908 at 9 30 pm in her Seventh and Logan streets apartment Duluth after a heart illness since last summer. Born September 27 1831 she was daughter of General Samuel Stokely and sister to Jennie Lloyd of Cleveland. She married Thomas Wood, raised a family at the Grove house, traveled widely and was active in St Pauls and St Stephens Episcopal churches. Survived by daughter Miss Mary Wood and son Thomas Stokely Wood Esq of Duluth. The obituary lauds her Christian life intellect travel and charitable spirit.
Mrs. Robert Aiken, longtime Tiltonsville resident and esteemed church member, died Monday evening after a brief illness with pneumonia at age 72. She leaves a husband, three sons, and two daughters. Funeral at Tiltonsville M E Church Thursday at 2 PM with Dr J R Keyes officiating and burial in Tiltonsville Mound cemetery.
Rev Grable officiated as Woodmen and Potters Brotherhood attended the funeral. Foresters provided pallbearers and Potters bore the floral emblems. Woodmen held graveside services with pall and flower bearers listed. John William Mylar, 27, native of Shane County, died of tuberculosis in East Liverpool. He leaves two parents and three brothers. he had worked as a clerk in Pennsylvania offices. David Morrow funeral services followed, Rev Harrison officiating from Toronto M. P. Church, with G A R at the grave and pallbearers named.
Mrs Clara Permar Zink widow of William H. Zink died at 11:40 p m Monday February 17 1908 after months of illness She was born October 4 1870 and raised in the city educated at public schools and the High School She sung in the First Methodist Episcopal Church choir and served faithfully as wife mother and daughter The bereaved husband and three children Henry Permar Dwight Albert and Mary Elizabeth survive along with her mother Mrs Elizabeth Permar The family home reflected Christian hospitality and devotion to church duties
Miss Mary A. Fishinger of Steubenville died peacefully Monday February 17 1908 at 11 15 PM after years of illness and faithful church and family service. Born in West Newton she lived at the Third and Madison streets home, dressmaker of the city, loved sister and friend to siblings John Lena Kate Rose Myers and others. Her charity kindness and cheerful faith remained a guiding benediction to her family.
William Robinson formerly of this city dies in Washington Pennsylvania on Sunday February 16 1908 while employed there. His remains are moved to Oakmont for funeral services held Tuesday morning. He leaves a wife several children and sisters Mrs Mary J Lee Atlantic City Mrs J F Moyer Oakmont and Mrs John Prosser Swissvale along with two mothers Andrew Robinson of Pittsburg.
Cadiz mourns three prominent residents, including Mrs. Howard aged 86, widow of the Pittsburg physician A W Schooley, Mrs. J Lyons age 60, and Samuel Knox once owner of the Cadiz Republican and long time Washington government employee. The text also mentions a Denison relation to James Robinson and Andrew Robinson with ties to local families Anna and Ida Robinson.
Funeral services for Mrs Blaine Graham were conducted by Revs Smith and Rowland on Tuesday with interment at No 16 cemetery.
Mrs Mary Conlin aged 63 died at 3 15 a m on Saturday at the residence of Mrs William Jones 512 Market street after eight weeks of creeping paralysis. She was the widow of John Conlin who died 28 years ago and resided in Steubenville 43 years. Six children survive Annie Burns Nellie Caniff Maggie Haupt Jane Jones Louisa Manley and Alice Fulton. She was a devout member of Holy Name church and beloved mother.
William H Hargar a former Steubenville resident died at his McKeesport home on Thursday aged 47. Born and living here until 1896 he married Alice Ralph 22 years ago and leaves four children Edward Martin Wm and Harry. He was a son of the late Capt and Margaret Hargar and a member of the Brotherhood of America and the Carpenter's Brotherhood. His remains will be brought here on Sunday afternoon for interment.
Mrs. Clara E. Smith of McCormick Illinois died aged about 72 after illness following her sister Mrs Payne's funeral trip to North Hampton Massachusetts. John Maxwell of Pittsburg formerly local coal miner died aged about 45 after inflammatory rheumatism leaving wife five children. Miss Kate Maxwell and William Maxwell of this city plus other Maxwell siblings survive. Funeral of Mrs Patrick McDonald from St Peter's Church with requiem mass conducted by Rev Powers. Burial at Mt Calvary with pallbearers named Johnson Burnett McAdam Lamb Atwell Powers Wood and McDonald.
The funeral of the late Mrs Will H Zink was held from the family home on South Fourth Street with Rev Dr Smith leading a moving service and choir music. Mourners heard favorites including Softly now the light of day and Open Wide the Gates of the Temple. The casket rested in state before being laid to rest with pallbearers John Kendall Frank Grace George Salmon R B Odbert Robert Fredweng er Dwight H Coble. George W Howerd died at his Linden Avenue home at age 66. Mrs felie Wiesnic wife of Peter Wiesnic died on North Eighth Street from paralysis aged 5. Alexandra Majewska two months died at Logan Street home. Miss Mary A Fishinger funeral services were held at St Peter Church with pallbearers Joseph Lawson M McMahon P McMahon John Nath John Stewart M Houlihan.
The funeral of the late Mrs. Robert Aiken was held this afternoon in Tiltonville.
The 20th annual Farmers Institute will be held at Smithfield on February 28 and 29 featuring talks on Commercial Orcharding, spraying, earth roads, oats smut, farm education and more. Sessions include lectures by S. E. Strode G. C. Starcher L. F. York and others with readings and music. Legal notices follow detailing estate matters for McNeal Barkier Goudy Gilday and Forbes with hearings set and executors named.
In probate, single assignment recorded. Will probated for Nancy King. George King named executor. Estate of John M. Freeman: order to sell personal property to Joseph B. Doyle, executor. Ellsworth E. Pflugh filed first account in Gregory Maul matter. Ohio v Jackson insane adjudication. Massillon State Hospital. James Everson estate: motion to block farm sale on Salt Run Wells township. Robert J. Semple estate: inventory filed. Rhoda R Castner estate: final account filed. B T Co v Jos Carson appropriation for seven telephone poles. Vincenzo D Andrea estate: Nicola Cerri appointed administrator. bond $1,000. James M Conley estate: deed of assignment. P P Lewis appointed assignee. inventory and appraisement. Michael Watson estate: John M. Watson appointed administrator. bond $1,000. Guardian for John Trushell imbecile case. testimony ongoing. Adoption of Faugene McConnatghey. Gruber attorney. Martha McFarland estate: final account filed. Louis Menne estate referenced. The Pure Food Store.
The judiciary committee reported favorably on the Duval bill to create a third judge in the Eighth judicial district sub-division covering Tuscarawas Harrison and Jefferson counties.
William Webster, shot and killed at the Wolf Run mine near Amsterdam on Monday evening, was a recent arrival to the country from England about a year ago, with prior residence in Lansing. He bore a fine reputation and his family is highly respected, per Bridgeport Item.
A shopping guidance piece extols Sealshipt Oysters noting freshness and absence of preservatives. It explains the patented Carrier packaging with white porcelain enamel inner cases, direct shock, and ice packing to maintain ocean temperature and prevent germs. It contrasts with water soaking and praises flavor, urging purchases beyond oysters.
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