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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1902
Page
11
Fragmentary 19th century style text references Tran turkeys teathing epeds left, Panama versus Brangua canal route, extra telegraph wire to Alevsland, and an upcoming edition of Rietory. Mentions Chauncey Depowtel two church services, a civil ceremony, and plans affecting Venexec'in waters. Also notes potential legal questions about Depew and Conen authority, with hints of political divisions and mail matter suppression.
A long list of visitors and locals from Steubenville and nearby towns sees a parade of travelers and guests. Names include Miss Virginia Park, Mrs. Cahill, and Mr. and Mrs. Danraville. families from Wallaville, Cleveland, and Toledo report New Year visits and holiday calls.
A wedding is set at the bride’s home with details of attendees and timing. Belmont County politics note P S Worthington backs McKinnon for Speaker and Miller or McElroy for Clerk in party organization after a Columbus trip. Various social visits and gatherings across Bellaire, Martin’s Ferry, Wheeling, and local churches noted with names and venues.
Brown of Wells township fractured his leg in a barnyard fall during a haulage accident. Tony Lagone of Pape Tire Plant Works faces indecent exposure charges and jail. Harey Hart and James Taylor jailed for robbery and injuring officers. three gang members escaped. A large stable at Mastin's Ferry burned, with horses wagons and hay lost. nearby inmates face $700 in property value. Sheriff offers 100 reward for Cadis jailbreakers tied to a freight car robbery. Baltimore & Ohio freight accident narrowly avoided near Ballaire as a rock toppled track. Chicago New York express slowed to prevent collision.
A January storm period sweeps central areas with warm spells turning to clouds and rain then snow. Expected are gusty westerly and northerly winds followed by clearing weather. A new moon brings blizzards from January 9 to 11 while widespread winter storms and sleet threaten the area. Robbery reported at a farm near Ondia with a theft of 675.
Mayor’s Court records show William Davidson fined 10 and ttosta for salination of Jacob Philinamm at Wilson’s Corner on Christmas Day. John Wilisma, a colored laborer at the La Belle, fined 20 and caste for cainting John Henke the time keeper. James irke among three dranke picked up by police last night. paid 22 but left with no money. Mike Banon sprained ankle climbing over the coal to the look up on Chetarmee day, likely to be sent to infirmary. May Prove a Border Christmas festivities began early in Cadiz with possible murder. John Mekadden returned home from Htpgiing Urs’ cirena and had a jolly ths. A large card game at I. Blackford’s feed barn led to McFadden attacking John Wy Smith over stealing scard. Smith injured and no longer able to live. McKedden, son of Wm. M. McFadden, jailed. Ford Lyons also under arrest. Smith the victim with bad character, having served time in the workhones.
A list of transfers shows several deeds: Jesse M. Roberta to William England for 121 acres in Crose Creek. Jefferson county sheriff to James K. Arook for 195 acres in Brithfield. Martha A. Baim to Floyd M. Yocum of city real estate for 875 dollars. Samuel J. Kane to Frank Anderton in Springfisia for 405. Morris How to Joseph Myers in Herghes. Edward Sanders real estate in Ignal city for 2,600. Walker to Stepton Bar tock in Dillunvate for 175. various other transfers including to Rachel Greenburg and Ada Kreluio. Also a new home at 240 North Witth Street reported as the era’s model with a tower, brick and stone foundation, oak and mahogany interior finish, seven rooms, reception hall, and wired for electricity. hot water by instantaneous heater and hot air furnace. An ornamental black knocker from an old Virginie house adds historic charm.
Belmont county residents gathered for a county centennial in St Clairville drawing large crowds with 2000 people at the morning session in the courthouse. Hon John J Lenz of Columbus delivered the oration while A T McKelvey presided. Other speakers included Rose J Alexander and T W McLanghitz. A Chicago company reportedly optioned 700 acres in Areas Creek district for a potential manufacturing plant with sixty day options. The Steubenville Business College added a new typewriter with tabulator and updated decor.
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