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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1913
Page
1
General Mrs Drummond and 30 militant suffragettes were sentenced at Bow Street to 14 days in jail for declaring they would hunger strike to pressure Chancellor George to meet their delegation in Parliament. They refused fines and proclaimed escalating war against the government.
A new price increase for crude oil is announced, signaling a further rise. Expect heightened activity in old time oil regions across eastern Ohio, Pennsylvania, and western West Virginia as operators ramp up drilling and production efforts.
President Taft plans farewell speech at Ohio society dinner in Washington. Theme is The Rainbow Comes Down in Ohio with motto by Ohio boys who visited the capitol. Speakers include Speaker Clark Representative Cannon Senator Pomerene and Senator Burton. Birthday reference to McKinley. oil price advance noted in Pittsburgh bureau.
A wealthy man named Dalassheff, described as insane, entered the Pratiakoff art gallery and slashed Repine's famous painting depicting Ivan the Terrible killing his son. He appeared to suffer from religious mania as the canvas was cut into pieces.
Federal Judge Mack ruled that the prosecutor may call misstatements in the Myers mails case lies. The defense objected but the court stated the witness admitted making knowingly false statements, and the word lies may be used in court proceedings.
Washington January 20 The Townsend Bill would place all union officers of the Civil War on the retired list at three fourths of their wartime pay. The Senate military affairs committee debates it tomorrow after a divided vote on a substitute at its last meeting. Supporters urge favorable committee reporting.
In Chicago on June 20 at Holy Name Cathedral Jessy Mrs Kate Karby collapsed in prayer and died in the pew. She had visited home with her daughter shortly before and was believed in good health prior to the incident.
The report notes that Turkish concessions are expected in response to demands from the Balkan situation. Aimed at peace, the proposed solution differs from prior moots, with Rechad Pasha seeking European backing to resolve internal and regional tensions. Germany warns Hands off Turkish Asia, pledges support to Turkish interests in Asia Minor.
Dr M J Shield spoke to Bell telephone workers at the Y M C A Friday night on first aid to the injured, challenging old theories. He demonstrated how to stop ordinary bleeding safely without amputation and explained proper bandaging and carrying methods to prevent further harm. His focus was electrocution, noting resuscitation steps are similar to revived drowning victims and stressing prompt action.
Rankin plant of the American Steel and Wire company remained quiet after last night’s violent clash that killed one worker and wounded about a dozen others. Guards and strikers fought as armed patrols guarded nearby streets. police feared guards were abducted by strike sympathizers. Thomas H. Flynn said the strike was brought to Congress’s steel trust committee, with Rep. Stanley promising action. Morrison planned to arrive to lead the strike.
Justice Howard of the New York Supreme Court urged reform to purge outworn laws and curb reliance on precedent. He warned recalls or constitutional revisions could lead to anarchy if judges do not act from within, arguing revolution should be avoided and reform must come from senior jurists.
A petition signed by about 120 Salineville property owners asks that the initiative and referendum be invoked to resolve a conflict over paving plans. Council has decided to pave 4,000 lineal feet at 30 feet wide, contrary to the majority petition requesting a 24 foot width. The petition was filed with council clerk R. D. Smith Tuesday evening.
The Interstate Commerce Commission issued a formal order for an inquiry into the affairs of American Telephone and Telegraph Company. The investigation has recently moved from the Department of Justice to the commission, with dates and hearing locations to be announced.
The Cornelic library movement for Fast Liverpool collapsed last night when the council discharged the library committee and rejected establishing a library for the current term.
A weather note for Ohio reports unsettled conditions with snow or rain and a rise in temperatures. The pattern suggests changing moisture and milder air moving in, bringing varied precipitation across regions.
Anna Kunea seeks divorce from John Kunea and restoration to maiden name Marcinesak with alimony and defense against interference. She alleges lifelong neglect and drunken abuse including razor threats. The couple wed May 26 1912 and she fears for her life. Naylor and Levinson represent her. Also listed: Andrew Potz versus Julia Pots with 825 temporary alimony allowed, and Pasquale Patrelli versus Francesco Trupo with a verdict for 59.67.
At the annual election CC Av Moore T Aw Younus W. J. Stringer W. V. Scott MH J Stringer N B Buckingham Wm Long J H Cuiverhouse and Samuel Robb were elected as directors. The board was organized with Wm J Stringer as President and T A Young and C A Moore as Vice Presidents.
Washington Jan 29 Associated Press reports the sundries schedule under the Payne Aldrich law includes items from sunshades to human hair and cigarettes to bituminous coal. The varied articles contribute about 27 000 in customs revenue for the year with an average ad valorem rate near 25 percent and total tariff receipts near nine percent. Revenue from the sundry schedule has fallen by over two million dollars yearly in recent years, though still above many earlier records.
The ways and means committee at Imperial hotel today endorsed a full parks and playgrounds plan. The six year program, costing moderate sums, was sent to the Chamber of Commerce board with full support and orders to publish the report.
Mr and Mrs Lewis Wells marked fifty years of marriage with a Wednesday gathering at their North Seventh Street home. The couple wed fifty years ago in a ceremony by Rev Dr Henry Woods of the Second Presbyterian church. Mrs Wells maiden name Rosanna McCord. Children W E Wells of Newell Bert Well of Dayton Miss Mary Wells and Mrs W Alexander of Steubenville attended. An afternoon reception followed for friends and neighbors.
Probate records show multiple estate actions including probates, executors named with bonds, guardians, and inventories. Notable items include Emily Johnston and Elizabeth Mitchell estates, Paul Morgan stock borrowing order, and juvenile cases Ohio v Hobart Arnold and Ohio v Paul Adams. Final accounts and applications to probate also appear.
East Liverpool and Steubenville along with Midland Pennsylvania are named as candidates to host a new sheet and tin mill plant. The enterprise is being promoted by Archie Smith and other steel veterans formerly with the Allegheny Company. A site should be chosen within two weeks with about 700 workers and a payroll near 500000 monthly.
The Supreme Court abandoned its rule against flowers in chambers as each justice wore a red carnation in memory of President McKinley. Justice Day of Canton, Ohio provided the blossoms, McKinley’s longtime friend.
Detroit January 20 Henry Sterling a black man was arrested on a murder charge for killing his room mate William Patterson at North Forks West Virginia in October 1912. Police say the crime sparked a race war as a white woman witness was threatened. West Virginia officers expected to arrive tomorrow.
Trustees will select a site for the new City Hospital at a Monday evening meeting. They reduced about 25 26 locations to five or six and will announce the final choice after the ballot. No hint of the eventual site will be given before the vote.
Steve Berzo, a Hungarian miner at the Bradley mine, sustained a broken back after being trapped under tons of stone and dirt Monday morning. He was rushed to North Wheeling hospital and is not expected to survive. Berzo recently returned from Hungary to visit his wife and two children.
Captain Maxwell died at home after a long illness of over sixteen months from arterial hardening. Born in Wheeling, he moved to Mingo 27 years ago and worked in Carnegie mills, later ran a ferry and served as riverman. Survived by wife Kate Mazingo and children Anna, John, Rhea, James, Arthur, Ella, plus siblings in Ohio and California. He was Village Marshal, school board member, and active in fraternal orders. Funeral arrangements to be announced.
In Charleston on January 20 the Senate ratified the income tax amendment to the federal constitution by unanimous vote. The resolution will be taken up by the House tomorrow. Two years ago the House passed it and the Senate rejected it.
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