Make democracy safe for the world wartime quote
Charles D. Simeral notices pricing and post office details for Steubenville publication. The item quotes a wartime address about democracy, noting soldiers’ views and a 3% cent figure after the war.
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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1921
Page
2
Charles D. Simeral notices pricing and post office details for Steubenville publication. The item quotes a wartime address about democracy, noting soldiers’ views and a 3% cent figure after the war.
Police and firemen in Quebec strike leaving the city unprotected while veterans of the Great Wars move into civil government jobs. Cabinet members and lawmakers are already being staffed with veterans, with Massachusetts and New York among states showing sizeable veteran representation in state legislatures.
A veteran argues that American entry into World War I was driven by self defense not idealism. He cites Congress in declaring war, Germanys attacks on ships, and the fear of German victory threatening U S independence. he rejects pacifist rhetoric and asserts his personal motive to protect the nation.
The closing noonday forum of the Chamber of Commerce featured record prizes and strong hopes for a prosperity-filled next season.
A New York jury awarded $24 000 against the Standard Oil Company for injury to a boy’s foot caused by a truck. The jury’s ability to pay reportedly influenced the amount.
A Philadelphia firm has purchased six submarine chasers from the government prompting speculation about their use. The purchase raises questions about deployment perhaps with pirate fleets off the Atlantic Coast.
Pilgrimages to the tomb of Dante promise a popular recreation next fall as the great post gains a reputation lasting six centuries, placing its figure in an extraordinary class.
A Democratic column questions President Harding's policy pace and criticizes Ohio's share of public offices. It cites a Docket item from The West Publishing Company noting a contempt of court case Wind v. State and humor about Old King Canute facing a judge.
Arkansas farmers condemn state road projects as confiscatory and warn against graft and waste. A national drive against highways emerges in Pittsburg while concerns remain about value for taxpayers. Congress settles the German Deace resolution amid martial law in West Virginia and a disputed England mine strike outcome.
In Miami Florida two men dressed in evening attire entered the city clerk s office and held the official up for five thousand dollars. The incident occurred in the evening and the suspects remain at large.
In Washington the defense of public affairs is debated and fresh blood is hoped to improve efforts. German firms win contracts to refurbish Spanish railways with new locomotives, underbidding American British French and Belgian rivals. They must share profits with the allies as consolation.
Local officials show reluctance to ban prize ring activities as implications of stimulants surface. Observers note potential presence of stimulants in the scene, though no formal prohibition is announced.
The ruler on the legal scene, MR TAFT, holds the pole for the Chief Justiceship and is described as likely to feel at home on the bench more than anywhere else.
The item hints at a glare on Mr Daws and his commission if they save a million daily. It also notes a Swiss lake water drop revealing ancient dwellings over seven millennia old. Berlin is cited as transacting in dollars with a pragmatic view on value.
The House Committee completes work on the new tariff measure but lawmakers may not recognize their own bill once Congress acts. The bill faces uncertain prospects as sponsors await final approval.
The article notes Haywood wants to surrender in America rather than stay in Russia. It also mentions others prefer jail in the United States over liberty in Russia.
A hundred men are at work on the roadways between Steubenville and Toronto, marking a strong start to a major public improvement. The upper Ohio Valley is cited as having relatively better prospects than many other areas at present.
A War dispatch says Poland will mark July 4th officially as an expression of gratitude to the United States. The report notes Poland’s stance outside the League did not affect relations with Poles. It also mentions newly elected Congress members seeking faster business action amid complaints of slow progress.
Wheeling officials announce a councilmanic election probe spanning thirty four days with seventeen hundred witnesses. City commission government appears to face challenges and public scrutiny.
The text argues that nature holds little use for most things yet acknowledges a caterpillar may yield something useful only with strenuous mental effort. It reflects on the challenge of extracting value from small natural subjects.
A critical claim targets a performer famed for singing in three voices and playing saxophone. The writer warns that vocal efforts will be censored or “canned,” predicting broad national exposure to this alleged infliction and urging suppression.
In Russia the population faces hunger with natural causes contributing, but the total economic breakdown worsening the crisis and aggravating shortages across regions.
A Newark physician notes that newspaper reading may influence public well being depending on content like a distant relative’s death inheritance versus stock market collapse news. He contrasts sensational telegraphic items with stability seeking notices to explain mood effects.
A Chicago pharmacist who used tartar emetic to trap a boy into stealing is held liable after selling the poison to a woman claiming she had lost forty pounds of flesh and winning a $10,000 verdict. The judge noted the implied price per pound and joked the cost of flesh has not fallen since Shakespeare.
At a Chamber of Commerce meeting Alexander Dunbar discussed restoring railways and transportation to normal conditions. He cited Johns town Pennsylvania observations on low passenger and freight traffic and argued a 25 percent wage cut would still leave rail workers well above 1914 levels, with cautious notes on railway job classifications and the need for careful policy.
Bismarck North Dakota recorded a blistering high of 106 degrees on Thursday making it one of the hottest spots in the nation. The extreme heat is part of a broader heat wave bearing down on multiple states with officials cautioning outdoor exposure and heat illness risks.
Two Democrats in the Senate La Follette of Wisconsin and Watson of Georgia opposed Taft’s confirmation for Chief Justice. Johnson of California and Borah of Idaho also voted no. Reports say a clash at the League of Nations conference favored the Polish delegate, denying New Jersey a sweep of honors.
Forty Democrats supported the peace resolution in the House while one Republican, Kelley of Michigan, opposed. Kelley has not cooled off since the war ended.
Germany has paid another installment on its reparation account and allies agree the remainder may be settled in goods and proceeds from the export levy. The arrangement is expected to ease Germany's financial situation.
An advertisement from GITY touts silk shirts priced at 30.00 and 25.50 with claims of a good reduction. The copy compares 26.50 unfavorably to 30.00, suggesting a perception of value against a large potential audience of twenty five million people.
Viscount Bryce, former British Ambassador, lauded the Sir George Watson Chair of American History in the United States Constitution calling it the greatest single contribution to government as an applied science. He warned Americans to remember their spiritual heritage and noted England's long history as part of American history. The remarks urged unity and high standards on the eve of national celebrations.
Dr. I M Griswold contends the peak of usefulness outlives forty or sixty five, arguing many men remain active past 60. He cites a Connecticut bank president aged 93, plus dozens aged 80 to 90 still in business, urging active wear rather than rust.
Noting dissatisfaction with road improvements in the North and West Jefferson County area. The piece cites uneven paving west of Richmond and Knoxville Pike and north of Richmond and Amsterdam Pike, calling travel rough and asking why fifteen or more improved roads would enter the proposed River road. Ross Township.
Paul Dubois must appear in court for contempt after failing to comply with a court order to pay Marie Taylor the judgment sum. The case notes a recent judgment against Dubois and a separate local fine for violating prohibition laws. John Jones was fined by Mayor McCann and jailed for nonpayment.
Mrs. W R Cole a former Steubenville resident dies at home in Pittsburgh after a ten day illness from pneumonia. She was born 1876 near Island Creek Jefferson County and leaves a husband W R Cole a daughter Elizabeth and several siblings. Funeral services are set for Saturday at 10 a m at Hamine M E church with cremations at Center Chapel pending arrival of a California sister. The obituary includes a poem about her peaceful passing and notes her remains at Coe Funeral Home awaiting viewing and a later funeral notice.
Mrs Mary Riese Mosel wife of Fredrick W Moses died July 3 1921 after years of delicate health in her Florida winter home and then at home in the city. A devoted Sabbath School teacher and church worker she leaves husband daughter and grandson, with memories of a quiet life of faith.
Mrs William P Green wife of William E Green a post office attache died at Gill hospital on Saturday July 2 1921 after a surgical operation She was born July 31 1879 in Cross Creek township and lived in Steubenville She leaves two daughters Helen and Mildred her husband and five sisters and one brother in Canton Ohio The Wise sister manages the home.
Mrs. Amanda Workman died suddenly at her home 217 Washington Street after a morning stroke. Born January 28 1847 she was 73. Survived by husband James R Workman three daughters Mrs Elkins Mrs Houpt and Mrs Thompson and son James R Jr twelve grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Funeral at First Christian Church with interment in Union Cemetery.
Edward Hi Campbell longtime city resident and chemist for Stewart Drug Company died Sunday morning at 118 North Third Street at 8:35. He was born here son of Elson E. and Elizabeth Campbell and retired due to health. Survived by William H Campbell Mrs C B Irving and Mrs John Diamond of Steubenville. Services were held at the Diamond residence with Rev Kittle of the Lutheran church officiating. Interment was scheduled.
Charles I’ Floto a Steubenville resident died at his home after a fall from a ladder while tying tree branches. He was 71 or 72, born in Germany, survived by wife Minnie and children George Emma Minnie Frank, with funeral services held from Zion Lutheran Church. Interment in Union Cemetery.
Fragmentary obituary note mentions burial in Three Springs cemetery by relatives including Harry Springer and others named Civés Edgar Charles and Samuel Wright.
In memory of Baxter Cunningham funeral services were held at Cross Creek Presbyterian Church with Rev. Davidson officiating and the church choir. Afterward he was buried in Cross Creek cemetery with military honors as G. A. R. members supervised the tomb commitment and Sons of Veterans fired the salute.
Baxter Cunningham, 77, longtime Cross Creek farmer, Civil War veteran with the 157th Ohio Volunteers, and former justice of the peace, died at Fernwood this morning after a stroke. He chaired county politics for years, was an elder in Cross Creek Presbyterian church, and a G A R member. Survived by his widow Catherine Robertson and one grandchild Day Stone. two children preceded him in death.
Mrs. Nancy J Hindman aged 78 longtime Holliday's Cove resident died at home after a three week illness. She was born May 5 1844 in Hancock County and was widow of John Hindman who died 28 years ago. Survived by children Roy Charles and Irene.
Dr. William H Wood eminent Smithfield physician died at his daughter's home July 2 1921 aged 73. Born August 25 1848 he practiced in Jefferson County and left a legacy of service. He leaves wife Charlotta, daughter Estella Carpenter and six brothers and a sister with funeral and interment in Smithfield.
Toronto council and W E Banfield of the Follanshee company meet after the latter requests time to develop a new mill addition before starting annexation proceedings. The plan to annex the territory including the Follanshee Brothers mill is postponed.
Joe Marcello, a youth from Wellaburs, who fled home with two companions days earlier, was rescued after a field near Newark, Ohio. He suffered a severe arm injury and blood poisoning has now necessitated amputation near the shoulder to save his life.
In the case of William Fulton versus Leander E Fulton the court found judgment for the plaintiff in the sum of 862 dollars.
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