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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1913
Page
2
In a breezy collage of dated witticisms and stray quips, the piece recalls last year’s heavy snows and clogged trains while noting this season blends winter with spring and summer. It parries with pithy maxims on work, leisure, love, and trends in fashion and social chatter.
A bald headed man protests that age and gray hair deserve respect, challenging prevailing attitudes toward aging and wisdom in society. He argues experience over youth should be valued regardless of appearance or hair.
The line suggests faulting others sometimes serves to mask personal unhappiness. It notes self reflection and awareness as remedies, urging recognition of inner discontent before judging others. The tone remains reflective and cautionary about projecting emotions outward.
In a winter item a New York theater manager calls for a married chorus as the favored solution to overworked performers. An expert warns many girls chase unsuitable partners and inexperienced youth risk loan shark traps. The piece mocks wasteful fashion, noting a $20 corset can produce an uncorseted appearance.
A witty line questions why divorced women seem scarce in the United States noting that only 6 534 divorced women exist according to statistics and implying many have remarried or erased their pasts. The remark plays on secrecy and social rumors without citing a specific source.
A man in Vienna collapsed upon learning he had won $3,000 on a horse race. The scene prompted onlookers to assert his reaction was justified as the news spread. The report also notes the Chinese suffragette Yik Yug Ying, described as almon-eyed and striking, though the description clashes with her reputed beauty.
A reflective line notes that weak foundations crumble even under reform. It suggests that certain individuals lack stability, making them susceptible to upheaval when broader changes occur. The remark implies caution about fragile loyalties and shifting allegiances amid reformist currents.
Washington society views an inauguration without an inaugural ball as incomplete like a wedding by a justice of the peace.Opinion columns note social rituals surrounding the new administration and the expected formal reception.
A Cincinnati man employs his dog to awaken him, a quirky morning routine noted as a lucky start. A New York man claims to have sung 6000 songs and says his statement is safe, but no listener remains to hear him.
A federal commission is appointed to decide what constitutes pure water. In the meantime boiling remains the prevailing method to ensure safety and usability.
Andy Carnegie declares the prettiest girl in the world lives in Pittsburg. He is away, and locals insist she resides in this city. The young men all say so.
A fragment notes New Jersey girls gathering wild flowers while fishermen catch shad, suggesting the event shows nature’s whims. The line hints at a broader commentary on local life and seasonal irregularities without specifics.
A German scientist concludes that if every grain of wheat produces zero of its kind, the third year progeny as a single grain would yield four men. This terse note hints at a miswritten or garbled OCR passage yielding an odd fertility claim and likely reflects a historical speculative remark.
The report cites a French scientist noting rising cases of severe nervousness among severed advees thought to be triggered by the influence of the other wireless wave. Maryland men patent sun heated rooftop coils to heat water for homes without boilers. A Massachusetts man who ate a gallon of molasses weekly died at 87, with lingering questions about a possible career as a cementarian if he had avoided the sweetness.
A Kansas professor argues attempts to cultivate beauty backfire, claiming vanity spoils appearance. The remark follows a critic’s view that effort to beautify oneself may erode natural appeal.
Authorities across 11 towns in Ohio West Virginia and Pennsylvania warn the lookout for Milton Szabo killer of Steve Sevanaugh at Warwic Wednesday night. A Pittsburg arrest proved to be the wrong man and a Bellaire officer failed to identify him. Eyewitness Paul Prazania testified at the coroner inquest that Szabo was knocked down after the shooting but he appears to know too much about the case and is held on $300 bond as a witness.
Arthur Lee and Nate Gray were arrested Friday by United States Deputy Marshal Williams at the government dam near New Cumberland while disposing of winsky to others. They were taken to Wheeling and arraigned before Commissioner Pa y d in United States court, pleaded guilty, and held to await the federal grand jury convening in Martinsburg on April 1 with $300 bond. They will be confined in Berkeley county jail until federal court appearance.
Thieves entered the Pan Hane stations at Holliday’s Cove and Wheeling Junction on Wednesday night. The sites were ransacked but agents report nothing missing. Several men were seen around Wheeling Junction late hours and are suspected of later forcing entry into the building.
Samuel Loomer and J. S. Smith were thrown from a buggy as a fast automobilist struck them on West Market Street Thursday night. Both men escaped serious harm, the rig wrecked, horse unharmed, driver fled without aiding the victims.
Station Agent Tilton learned yesterday that the Cleveland and Pittsburg Railroad plans a messenger station at Yorkville to handle growing traffic. Building plans are pending and will be finished with the spring opening. The new Yorkville tin mill is expected to boost population and rail business.
Citizens of Steubenville formed the Stanton Memorial Association and erected a monument to Steubenville's Greatest Son before the courthouse. The desk once connected to the memorial has vanished, and researchers cannot locate the men who once pledged at the site. Rosenman Gardner, representing the association, seeks to locate the desk owner and secure the relic, tracing back to a 50 year old inquiry.
Uncertain events aside, Howe notes upcoming growth as the Toronto Rubber Campans plan rubber goods production at the former American China Company site. The Toronto Rubber Company, a National Hydro-Carbon subsidiary, will hire 26 to 46 workers initially with George N. Grasham as general manager and D. K. Finley confirming Utah-based parent oversight.
Prank Mo Henderson tendered his resignation as cashier of Bridgeport National Bank to join Wheeling Sheet and Tinplate Company, likely effective May first. His successor has not been chosen. The Bank, long a bridge to steel and tinplate figures, attracts several prominent steel industry readers and former insiders.
The list of prospective jurors includes Stant O. Coyle Dillonvale Michael McVeron Steubenville John McConnell Toronto John Carman Unionport Charles Swickard Toronto W P King Hammondsville Fre A Miller en e M fy Flaherty Stes James Blackburn Giants Samuel May Steubenville George B Knefi Mingo Junction Peter Armitage Rayland William P Stewart Toronto Samuel Bailey Mingo Junction RR Dance Steubenville Lewis Rolandt Steubenville George W Beneen Steubenville Watson Walker Mit Pleasant John Kenney Steubenville Thomas McClain Hammondsville
George Cashiola of Carnegie Steel at Mingo was struck by a fast freight on the Pan Handle at Carnegie crossing around 6 this morning while walking to work. Hurling about 46 feet, he landed in a mail catcher, believed dead at first. Company physician found a fractured leg and serious bruises, then he was moved to City Hospital after dressing. He resides at Mingo.
Mrs Margaret Witcher of Salt Lake City vo lay delivered the vote of the Utah rectors to the President of the Senate. She was the first woman to appear among messengers from the states and received 585 dollars for mileage.
Los Angeles news reports Homer Laughlin's will leaves half of his 1.173 million dollar estate to his daughter Miss Guendolen Laughlin, now 25, with a trust to age 30 and full ownership at 40. The brother Homer Laughlin Jr acts as trustee. The California hospital death and East Liverpool potter history are noted.
Fragmentary text mentions a house on West Adams Street and Mrs William Laughlin Barnard, a friend of many years. It notes planned travel and a shift to stay with Laughlin to shield her from a lonely position, but the passage is incomplete and lacks concrete actions.
Catembus Jan 23 state board of hearth adopts drastic measures ending common drinking cups and roller towels in public spaces. Vehicles, schools, churches, hotels, and other buildings barred from use unless cups are boiled cleaned after each person. towels restricted to single-use or sterilized after each user.
Washington January 2 AP report quotes House Commerce Committee chairman Adamson predicting President elect Wilson will seek repeal of the free passage provision in the Panama Canal Act for American ships. He warns England may influence toll subsidy debates and coastwise discrimination.
Washington jan 25 the howse committee on ways and means heard final testimony on the flax hemp and jute schedule of the tariff. witnesses covered items from typewriter ribbons to laces and curtains with discussion of cotton bagging and battings and near duty on certain fabrics. at session end the committee prepared to take up the wool schedule monday amid one of the tariff board’s sharpest fights.
Local officials including a Tuidnet commission member oppose revising the Smith percent law. Pressenter Turner urges broader budget commission discretion to cut levies to actual needs. He cites Columbus figures from 1910 and 1912 showing rising city receipts and argues current limits curb necessary spending while budget power remains constrained. He suggests temporary five year increases if communities prove need by vote.
Fighting breaks out in multiple areas of Constantinople after the shooting of Nazim Pasha, with over a dozen wounded and many arrests. Pilaat Bey informs embassies that security measures are in place and urges support for the government as Enver Bey rises in influence following the cabinet upheaval.
In Constantinople a dramatic scene unfolded as Enver Bey and Talaat Bey arrived at the Grand Vizier's offices amid a crowd and a flag. Kiam Pasha resigned. Mahmoud Shefket Pasha was named Grand Vizier. London reports say allied powers fear immediate war, with two views among delegates on how to proceed.
Probate activity covers Amanda Blackburn Theresa Caulfield Rachel Elliott and many others with executors appointed, accounts filed, bonds set, and guardians named. The bulletin notes final and intermediate accounts, inventories, probate orders, and estate distributions, including farm stock and equipment sale details tied to historical Civil War era references.
Realty transfers show numerous transactions across Island Creek, Smithfield, Orr and Hineman, and other townships. Buyers include W. RR. Alban, Board of Education, Nathan M. Naylor, Elisabeth Wood, Roy McClare, Mary Juddicks, and others. Lots, acres, and parcels change hands for small sums and nominal prices, reflecting broad activity in local property transfers and estate dealings.
A barn at Wesley Croh's ranch near West Beaver Church, Columbia County, burned Saturday morning. The fire, believed incendiary, destroyed the barn and contents valued at about $5,000 with $1,900 insured. Three horses and ten cattle perished despite efforts of Croh and neighbors. No lights or lanterns were used near the building.
The January grand jury released seven of eleven indictments after a five day session examining 53 witnesses. Indictments include Lizzie Mackinaw for keeping a house of ill fame and Antonio and Emilio Paci for assault with intent to kill. Also named are Sante for shooting with intent to kill, Robt Glackburn for burglary, James Santella for carrying concealed weapons, and Patrick Brogan for keeping a boat house for gambling.
A Wintersville teachers meeting drawing Island Creek and Cross Creek townships held Friday proved highly profitable. The program covered agr icultural exhibits and about half the agenda items were discussed while the house at the evening session was full to standing with strong attention.
M J Henry found his clothing gone from his McDevitt flats room after work. Items missing included an overcoat suits shoes underwear and a suitcase valued at about 75 dollars. Police rounded up Pat Mc Googan Pete Morgan and Frank Haggerty on charges of taking or disposing of the clothes and held them for a hearing.
Coroner Herb was summoned to Adena for the death of William D Lems Mons, aged 42, who arrived on Monday and died Tuesday of tuberculosis. He was from Akron, and his wife reportedly compelled him to leave due to consumption. He carried $86, said to be enough to save the county from burying him.
Resolutions of regret were adopted by the Tuscarawas Bar Association after Thursday afternoon learns that Common Pleas Court Judge Thompson Healen resigned to join the legal department of the Pennsylvania Railroad in Steubenville, succeeding the late Co. J. Weems.
Miss Minnie Doty 17 daughter of Mr and Mrs Thomas Doty of Bellaire attempted to end her life yesterday morning with carbolic acid. The diluted drug burned her mouth and face and left her in serious condition for a time. Medical aid was summoned and she is expected to recover. The motive is not clear though domestic troubles are suspected.
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