Governor's Newspaper Allies Irritated by GOP Attack Line
Even before campaigning starts, the governor's newspaper friends grow irritable as Republicans demand a sharp attack that targets a vulnerable spot.
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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1914
Page
2
Whitacre challenges fund disclosure on Warnes law defeat
Congressman Whitacre charges $12,000 was raised to defeat the Warnes law referendum. He asks who received the funds and how the money was used, tying the inquiry to Cox's rival status in the Democratic gubernatorial race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitacre
Cox
Rural editors show Cox speech discrepancies in two papers
A careful comparison by rural editors reveals that speeches recorded in Governor Cox’s two Columbus papers often differ from the delivered remarks. The texts may be misrecorded or Cox may forget lines, prompting questions about accuracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Cox
Governor Cox Delays Warnes Law Opposition’s End
In a characteristic tirade Governor Cox claimed opposition to the Warnes law would vanish in two months, then extended the period to mid summer. He likens his rhetoric to a whistle to stave off fear, painting himself as master of time and outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Cox
Shield Takes Aim at Ohio Journal Over Finley Confession
The Mansfield Democratic Shield cites the Ohio State Journal calling it the strongest Republican newspaper in Ohio and reproduces J’s article defending Hon. Wm. Finley regarding his confession of civil service law violation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mansfield
Ohio State Journal
Columbus
Ohio
Wm. Finley
State Library Organizer Active in Democratic Campaigns
The Patriot reports that the State Library Organizer traveled to several towns using her official role to aid the Governor Cox campaign. In Lisbon she identified herself openly and gathered data on Cox’s standing among Democrats, promising a report from that region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Library
the Patriot, of
Lisbon
Cox
Massachusetts trader cites tariff impact on jobbers
An agent for a leading Massachusetts company touring Ohio Indiana and parts of Kentucky reports to Congress that jobbers in Detroit Indianapolis and Toledo have failed to move 25 percent of contracted goods for February deliveries. He says a dead market spans their territory and blames the tariff law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts
Ohio
Indiana
Kentucky
Washington
Congress
Detroit
Indianapolis
Toledo
German competition feared by GE chief says 25 to 50 percent drop
E W Rice Jr president of General Electric predicts a difficult year with an 8 to 85 percent share of last year and a 25 to 50 percent decrease in business. He argues Germans will flood the market with cheaper electrical devices due to lower劳动 costs and tariffs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W. Rice, JR
General Electric Co
Germany
The Cox Machine Beaten in County School Board contest
A week ago a contest among citizens and farmers challenged the Cox machine represented by the State School Superintendent and State Industrial Commission in forming the Franklin County School Board under new laws. The Democratic machine aligned with Gov Cox and subordinates faced a decisive struggle with reformers seeking fair organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers
Cox
State Industrial Commission
Franklin County School Board
Democratic
Ohio voters rebuke state machine in school board bid
In Ohio a ballot measure to control the local school board was decisively defeated reflecting strong public demand to reinstate local governance. Supporters warn against centralized control while opponents hailed the result as a safeguard for community autonomy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Ohio Republicans Back Cox Rivalry Over Coxism
Ohio Republicans cheer Whitacre's critique of Cox and want the governor defeated by Whitacre for the Democratic nomination. They see Cox as the GOP meat next November and pray for his renomination, expressing sincere, respectful wishes for him to be helped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cox
Ohio
Whitacre
Jim” Cox
California New Republican Registration Figures Update
California registration as of June 1 shows Republicans 347,861 Progressives 172,064 Democrats 185,107 Socialists 46,777 Prohibition 26,506 declined to state 64,875 miscellaneous 1,875 total 845,117. Registration closes July 6. Roosevelt 1912 votes 283,610 Wilson 283,436 Taft 3,914. Nebraska to join move as Republicans. Republican and Progressive joint state convention planned to nominate a single ticket on one platform. 1912 Nebraska votes Wilson 109,008 Roosevelt 72,689 Taft 54,216.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Roosevelt
Wilson
Taft
Iowa
Nebraska
U. S
State Levy Row Raises Question of Tax Reduction
Auditor John A. Zangerle of Cuyahoga County writes to the State Tax Commission noting a projected grand duplicate increase of a billion dollars while the state seeks the same levy as last year. He cites a $1 million year over year treasury gain and requests a proportional levy reduction if the duplicate grows. He warns the action sets a bad precedent for smaller taxing districts and urges curtailment by state authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John A. Zangerle
Cuyahoga County
State Tax Commission
Cuyahoga
Zangerle
Silence Shrouds US Manufacturers Convention Trade View
New York reporter notes the pressing mood at the National Association of Manufacturers convention where delegates chose secrecy. A confidential discussion on current US trade conditions revealed a belief that the truth should be spoken sparingly and not publicly disclosed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Shakespeare
National Manufacturers’ Association
New York
Cincinnati Enquirer
National Association of Manufacturers of the
The Duplicate and Taxes in The Week
In 1900 The Week from Columbus notes a state issue about duplicates and taxes. The brief item highlights administrative matters affecting records and fiscal procedures. The column reflects early 20th century concerns with duplication and tax administration in state governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Taxation growth and policy shifts from 1900 to 1917
The article traces rising valuations and tax burdens from 1900 through 1917, noting tax duplicates expanding from $45,008,126 to $6.7 billion and tax receipts rising accordingly. It explains Harmon-Smith limits, Cox Kilpatrick repeal, and a shift to a 1 percent tax rate, enabling a levy around $100 million on the 1913 duplicate despite prior caps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harmon-Smith
Gov. Cox
Kilpatrick
Harmon-Smitt
Progressives Rejoin Republicans in Minnesota and Iowa Returns
The piece notes Iowa and Minnesota primaries show Republican gains and Progressive votes collapsing. In Ramsey county Minnesota the GOP leads 12,368 to 8,112 with Progressives far behind. The author argues Progressives have united with Republicans to end Democratic rule, returning to a unified, more progressive party with Republican aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Minnesota
Ramsey County
St. Paul
Theodore Roosevelt
William H. Taft
Woodrow Wilson
Wilson
Specifications Wanted in Ohio Road Plans 1914
James R. Marker, state highway commissioner under Cox, proposes about 15 million dollars for Ohio road building in 1914. He avoids sources and details, pledging macadam highways while critics demand funding sources, spending safeguards, and tighter controls on bonds and political influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
James R. Marker
James M. Cox
Ohio
Highway Department
Marke
Severatres M. Cox
Marker
Suspicion Grows Over Voter Call to Replace Official
In a terse plea the speaker urges compliance with audit and spending controls and expresses belief that voters will elect someone in his place who meets essential requirements. The statement signals concern over fiscal oversight and accountability in the state department.
Ohio’s Gov Cox Faulted Over State Institution Scandal
The piece asserts Governor Cox bears sole responsibility for welfare agencies’ crisis in Ohio. It cites record spending, a special session to cut appropriations, and a large waiting list of about 4000 needing admissions. Crowded hospitals in Cincinnati Newburg and Toledo reflect withheld expansions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cox
State Board of Administration
Ohio
Cincinnati
Newburg
Toledo
Board of Administration
Microbes and Misadventures in a Murky Swim
A reflective verse and a string of light news items mix humor and public curiosity. The poem recalls childhood swimming fears of microbes, while notes mention West Virginia’s coat of arms, price-cut bargains, Huerta, an ancient California find, and other brief social tidbits.
The Broken Heart Myth and Painful Shoes
A fragment suggests a belief that a girl’s sorrow signals heartbreak, while a more practical note points to foot pain from tight shoes and corns as the real cause. The item reads like a brief moral or social observation from a past column.
Corner observations on human nature fascinate men
The remark notes that many men stand on street corners to study human nature, suggesting a belief that such street interactions offer education. It frames public spaces as informal classrooms and hints at social behavior being a subject of ongoing observation.
Rumors of War and a Married Man's Calm
A pithy reflection notes that rumors of war excite a single man more than a married man, who remains unshaken by conflict due to familiarity with war.
Pinchots Face Turbulent Times Aboard Progres sive
With T. R. as captain and Perkins as purser the wobbly ship Progres sive bears the Pinchots into uncertain seas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. R
Perkins
Boston Physician Urges Girls to Wear Less Clothes
A Boston physician advises girls to wear less clothing in warm weather, sparking debate over modesty and practicality as readers question how such advice could be implemented. The remark prompts discussion about fashion, health, and social norms in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Harvest Hands Bluff or Genuine Need in Western States
The claim questions whether western states loud about needing harvest workers are bluffing to attract land buyers and investors. It argues about incentives, land values, and the practicalities of labor supply versus agricultural demand.
New York Man Hospitalized After Flag Desecration Incident
A New York man is hospitalized after he used the American flag as a handkerchief and spat on it. Authorities call the act disrespectful but place no further charges disclosed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Wheeling residents angered by post July 1 drink cards
Some Wheeling people receiving cards directing where to obtain liquid refreshments after July 1 are reportedly highly insulted, amid concerns over distribution and necessity.
Col Roosevelt Praises Perkins As Useful Bullmooser
Col Roosevelt cites Mr Perkins as one of the most useful Bullmoosers noting he furnished funds from the Harvester trust barrel and is clearly very useful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Roosevelt
Mr. Perkins
Harvester Trust
Slit skirts stun at Newport tennis play this summer
Fashionable women wear skirts slit at the sides and front while playing tennis at Newport this summer. The style raises questions about practicality and propriety in sport attire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newport
Let the Women Vote to End Superficial Politics
A quotation argues that two men argue for an hour over politics while two women settle it in a minute, urging women to vote to reduce superficial argument and achieve quicker, decisive outcomes.
Death of Mrs. William H. Lowe in Carrollton
Obituary notes Mrs. William H. Lowe died June 25 1914 at 3 20 PM in Carrollton after a long illness. Born January 12 1852 in Carrollton she married William H. Lowe of the Imperial Hotel and resided in the city for forty years. Survived by husband two sons Charles W Lowe and Frederick P Lowe and two granddaughters. Also sisters Anne J and Mary Pearce and brother Harry T Pearce. She attended Second Presbyterian Church and was active in the Pastor’s Aid Society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William H. Lowe
Heaven
Logan Street
St. Petersburgh
Fla
John
Elizabeth Patton Pearce
Old Homestead
Carrollton
Imperial Hotel
Old Second Presbyterian Church
Pastor's Aid Society
Charles W
Frederick P. Lowe
St. Petersburg
Florida
Anne J
Mary Pearce
Harry T. Pearce
Deaths: Morris Hyman Endich Dies After Illness
Morris Hyman Endich aged 52 died at home 241 North Seventh Street following seven months of stomach trouble. Born in Russia Poland he had resided here six years. Survived by wife and four children Samuel Abram Ida and Mrs Hyman Bernstein. He belonged to B NAI Israel Synagogue and was a respected citizen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morisr H. Endich
Morris Hyman Endich
North Seventh Street
Russia
Poland
Samuel
Abram
Ida
Hyman Bernstein
B'Nai Israel Synagogue
Funeral services for John K. Trueman in Bridgeport
Funeral services for John K. Trueman who died suddenly on Saturday evening were held at the M. E. church in Bridgeport, conducted by Rev. Ross Sullivan. He was a son of the late Rev. David Trueman, former Bridgeport pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John K. Trueman
Ross Sullivan
M. E. Church
Bridgeport
David Trueman
Funeral of Barney Airn Held at St Peter’s Church
The funeral proceeded from St Peter’s church on Tuesday morning with Father Daley officiating. Pallbearers included James Griffen and Michael Hardy among others. Flower bearers were Bernard Burns Joseph Fenski James Flinn Thomas Phillipson Thos Mulday and Fred Sneche.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barney Airn
St. Peter’s Church
Father Daley
James Griffen
Michael Hardy
Wm. Barrett
George Phillipson
Louis Lechleitner
Bernard Burns
Joseph Fenski
James Flinn
Thomas Phillipson
Thos. Mulday
Fred Sneche
John Flanagan Dies at 92 After Long Benton Street Residency
John Flanagan aged 92 died at his home 105 Benton street on a Thursday at 645 a m May 11 1914. Born in Castlebar County Mayo Ireland he lived on Benton street since August 1856. He was employed on the Pan Handle Railroad until retirement 13 years ago and formerly served as a crossing gateman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Flanagan
Benton Street
Castlebar
County Mayo
Ireland
Obituary Note on Deceased Husband and Father
The deceased, husband of Susannah White sides, died five years ago and is survived by four children Elizabeth Annie J Mary Wilson and George. A devout member of St Peter's church he was an industrious and respected citizen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susannah Whitesides
Elizabeth
Annie J
Mary Wilson
George
St. Peter's Church
William Watson Taylor Dies After Long Illness in Ross Township
William Watson Taylor, respected Ross township resident, passed away at his home Saturday June 20, 1914, at 8 p m at age 65. A longtime member of Mt Zion M E Church, he held township offices and was well known in the north end of the county. Survived by brothers and sisters including R W Taylor Belmont County John and Etta at home Mrs A W Elliott Ross township Mrs Charles Montgomery Bacon Ridge and B Taylor Toronto. Funeral services were held Monday with large attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Watson Taylor
Ross Township
Taylor
Mt. Zion
R. W. Taylor
Belmont County
John
Etta
A W. Elliott
Charles Montgomery
Bacon Ridge
B. Taylor
Toronto
Funeral for Judge Myron A Norris Held in Youngstown
The funeral for the late Judge Myron A Norris of the Court of Appeals for this circuit occurred Monday afternoon at his Youngstown residence. Rev. A Fraser of St John’s Episcopal Church led the services with active pallbearers F B Medbury Charles Gallagher J T Harrington Stephen F Conroy Frank Marvin and David Rockwell. Honorary bearers included several prominent judges and officials such as George F Arrel W S Anderson A E Adams L F Barger Joseph R Johnson Metcalfe Pollock S D L Jackson T E Davey James Kennedy James B Kennedy Henry Stambaugh George E Rose George F Robinson and E B Leonard, from various cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myron A. Norris
Court of Appeals
Youngstown
A. &. Fraser
St. John’s Episcopal Church
F. B. Medbury
Charles Gallagher
J. T. Harrington
Stephen F. Conroy
Frank Marvin
David Rockwell
George F. Arrel
W. S. Anderson
A. E Adams
L. F. Barger
Pittsburg
Joseph R. Johnson
Metcalfe
Pollock
Appelate Court
S. D. L. Jackson
T. E. Davey
Columbus
James Kennedy
James B. Kennedy
Henry Stambaugh
George E. Rose
George F. Robinson
E. B. Leonard
Warren
C. H Smith
E. E
Widow of Joseph Anderson Passes After Long Life in City
Mrs. Joseph Anderson and Mrs. Margaret Burrier Anderson, widow of Joseph Anderson, died June 24 1914 at 121 South Third Street aged four score years. Born January 16 1834 in Island Creek township she married Joseph Anderson April 9 1856 and lived in the same square home all her life. A Christian church member since girlhood she aided many works as age and frailty allowed. Surviving are Edwin S Randolph two grandsons and two great grandchildren. husband and two children died earlier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Anderson
Margaret Burrier Anderson
South Third Street
Anderson
Henry
Mary Dehuff Burrier
Island Creek Township
Christian Church
Elizabeth
Martha
J. Fred Robinson
Edwin S
Randolph
Mrs Mary E Harden Dies After Long Illness at Fernwood
Mrs Mary Elizabeth Harden a well known Fernwood citizen died at her home at 2 am after a long illness from Brights disease. She was 73 and an early Fernwood settler with wide Jefferson county recognition. She left no near relatives and was described as very wealthy with many friends in the city who mourn her passing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary E. Harden
Mary Elizabeth Harden
Fernwood
Bright
Jefferson County
Ada Belle Finnegan Dies After Short Illness in City
Ada Belle Finnegan died at her home 128 North High Street after a ten day illness from stomach and bowels inflammation. Born February 14 1881 she was daughter of the late David and Anna Finnegan. She leaves her mother and three brothers William Edward Samuel. She belonged to the First M E church and was cherished as a patient devoted daughter. Remains were moved to the home of Mrs J B Teeters on South High Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada Belle Finnegan
North High Street
David
Anna Finnegan
William
Edward
Samuel
M. E. Church
J. B. Teeters
South High Street
Lois Peterson Dies at One in Cleveland Home
Lois M. Peterson daughter of Ralph and Edith Peterson died suddenly of lung congestion while visiting relatives near Fernwood Ohio She was born May 21 1913 and died May 21 1914 at age one The child is laid to rest in Lake View Cemetery Cleveland in a white casket with flowers and a family prayer recalls God’s will as the cause of her brief life and passing
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lois Peterson
Lois M
Ralph
Edith Peterson
Jesus
Lakeview Cemetery
Cleveland
Funeral notices and services for local residents
The Intg Mrs. Margaret Anderson, Mrs. William H. Lowe, and John Flanagan had funeral services in local churches and were interred at Union Cemetery. Rev. Wray officiated for Mrs. Anderson, Rev. Dr. Robinson led Lowe’s service, Father Dooley conducted Flanagan’s, with pallbearers named for each.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Intg
Margaret Anderson
South Third Street
Wray
The
Christian Church
Joseph Anderson
Union Cemetery
William H. Lowe
Dr. Robinson
Westminster Church
A. C. Lewis
H. T. Clark
F. M. Work
F. W. Moses
Suspicious Foreigner Arrested by Mayor Davis in Brilliant
Steve Polinski. held in Brilliant jail after arrest on suspicion of being a suspicious person. A solid gold watch with Hampton movement and an Odd Fellows emblem was found on him. Inscribed inside the book charm reads N. W. to I W. Corbett, December 25, 1868. Polinski gave conflicting origins Wheeling Steubenville Dillonvale. Police seek owner identity. no papers found.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayor Davis
Brilliant
Steve Polinski
Polinski
Hampton Movement
Odd Fellows
N. W
I W. Corbett
Wheeling
Davis
Steubenville
Dillonvale
Ettor Held On Riot Charge At Lillonvale
I W W agitator Joe Ettor was arraigned before Squire Mercer on inciting a riot charge from last Friday's clash that injured Supt. Morrow of Jug Run coal works. He pleaded not guilty, was bound to the grand jury by $1,000 bond, and spoke to 3,000 striking miners from a wagon after release. Deputies kept order as 15 new I W W organizers were sent to Miftenvale with more expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Ettor
Squire Mercer
Lillonvale
Morrow
Jug Run
Ettor
Huscroft
Miftenvale
Judgment Revived in Francis v Filipowitz suit
Court action revived the case of R. M. Francis against Nick Filipowitz and others as the judgment status was restored. No additional details were provided on the parties or the scheduling of further proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. Francis
Nick Filipowitz
Woman Killed by Lightning While Cherry Picking
Mrs. Clarence McAfee of near Cadiz was instantly killed on Wednesday when lightning struck the cherry tree she was picking from. The bolt came from a distant cloud as the sun shone and rain was light, and work continued despite the threat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence McAfee
Cadiz
McAfee
Burial notice bans Sunday interments at Union Cemetery
Union Cemetery Association prohibits burials on Sundays except in absolute necessity. In such cases a permit must be issued by the superintendent. Signed by GEO P. McCracken, Secretary, Union Cemetery Assn. 2316td-1tw
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Cemetery
Union Cemetery Ass'n
GEO
P. McCracken
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