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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1915
Page
10
In a dramatic wrap, Mary Slade refuses a Europe trip with Governor Slade, only to be swept back into his arms as he rejects their divorce. Jake, watching, notes his diplomatic victory as the couple exits in a waiting motor car. The end marks a renewed union after years apart.
William Graham alias William Thomas, a colored man, faces execution for the murder of his wife Frieda Thomas at Beech Bottom West Virginia. A sixty day stay expired with no appeal filed and the deadline looms one week distant.
Obituary notices Rev Dr William Copeland Evans longtime Methodist Episcopal leader dies in Oakland California after a May 10 operation. Born in Steubenville and educated there he rose from Brilliant pastor to Pacific Coast General Superintendent of Missions. Survived by wife Terressa Concord mother Mrs J W Evans brother Oliver Evans sister Elizabeth Dana. Funeral at First M E Church Oakland with interment in Union Cemetery Steubenville.
Mrs Rosanna Nath aged about 78 died at her Lawson avenue home on Saturday evening after a ten day illness from bronchitis and asthma leading to pneumonia. Born in Annapolis September 1849, she was the daughter of Roman and Susannah Dury. Survived by husband John Nath, who died eleven years ago, four children John Laura Rose and William, and brothers George and John Dury of Annapolis. A devout Holy Name church member, she was revered for her home and its influence, and her death is deeply mourned by family and friends.
Mrs Monroe S Bert of this city died May 14 in Northville Michigan. Services and interment were held there. Her husband and one son survive.
James W. Clark a leading Lisbon attorney died May 20 after a two week illness of uremia aged 60. Born in Liverpool township Columbiana county in May 1855 he practiced in Steubenville Wells ville and Lisbon where he was City Solicitor and Mayor. Survived by wife and five children the Lisbon funeral was held at the United Presbyterian Church and burial in Lisbon cemetery. A Columbiana county bar committee was appointed by Judge Moore.
A memorial to his memory was adopted at a bar association meeting held on the day of the funeral, commemorating his contributions and urging remembrance among colleagues.
A large hole formed inside submarine F-4, submerged off Honolulu since March 25, prompting plans to lift the 21 crew bodies today to prevent scavenging by fish. The hulk sits 24 feet below the surface as divers prepare entry and removal operations. Naval officers cite possible hull pounding in heavy seas or an prior explosion as causes for the breach.
Ralph De Palma captured the fifth annual 20 mile sweepstakes at the Indianapolis speedway in 5 hours 33 minutes 55.9 seconds at an average of 89.4 mph. He beat Dario Resta by four minutes with Gil Anderson third. Of 23 starters, 11 finished and 10 won prize money. De Palma led most of the race, briefly trailed during a pit stop, then regained the lead as Resta failed to keep pace.
New York reports Charles Becker ex police lieutenant refuses clemency appeals. He rejects a federal writ of error and vows to face death, saying he has lost faith in God and man. Becker's wife and supporters push for appeals while his brothers and in-law back continuing legal action. Father Cashin cites possible temporary loss of faith.
An Associated Press report from Port Townsend Washington dated June 1 says attempts to disable the large coastal guns at Fort Worden and Fort Flagler guarding Puget Sound were made several days earlier. Breech blocks of four guns were removed and loading mechanisms damaged. Discovery followed word that Fort Worden had been photographed in detail by trespassers. Visitors now barred. only those with a special permit and guard may visit the batteries.
The jury found for the defendant in the H. T. Roe versus Harry Walker case for 15000 dollars in damages claimed for alleged slander. The trial featured vitriolic exchanges between two attorneys and a lecture on liberality. Mansfield and P. P. Lewis represented the plaintiff, A. C. Lewis and Thos. Jones the defense.
Mrs Tillie McElvaney Sealts dies at home in Lima after a long illness. Born in Wellsville Ohio she grew up in Steubenville and sang as a soprano in local churches. Survived by her mother Mrs Stewart McElvaney sister Mrs Mary Basler and nieces. Funeral at her late home with burial in Lima.
Mrs Anna Griffin wife of D G Greenlee died at her home 1226 Maryland avenue Tuesday at 6 40 pm aged 26 after an illness since November with bronchial trouble. Born January 10 1889 she was daughter of Martin and Mary Griffin both deceased. She attended Holy Name school married to Mr Greenlee in November 1909 and lived recently at Follansbee West Virginia. Survived by husband sisters Mrs Co A McKim Mrs A C Lewis Mrs Charles Luscher Miss Jennie and Martin Griffin Denver. A devout Catholic and devoted wife she was held in high esteem.
Mrs J W Brown wife of J W Brown of Colliers died May 31 at Gill hospital after a prior operation. Funeral services were held at Colliers M E church and conducted by the Royal Neighbors.
Funeral services for John M. Lee were held on Tuesday at his father James Lee's home in Costonia with Rev. Scott of Wintersville officiating. The interment took place at Union Cemetery in Toronto and was attended by many.
Funeral services for Wm Dailey were held on Tuesday with Reverend Rowland and Reverend McCarty officiating. Pallbearers included George Speedy Olen Elliott George O'Brien Fred Reeder Wm Ruble and James Wilson.
Chester Jones age 23 of Mingo and Marie Beall age 18 of Mingo. Marie Beall age 18 of Dillon vale. Ben A. Lyren age 27 of Steubenville and Ida M. Markle age 22 of Steuben ville. Harry J. Hoffman age 23 of Steubenville and Flossie K. Wells age 19 of Steubenville. John Ocely age 22 of Mingo Junction and Mary Tokar age 15 of Mingo Junction. John W. Culp age 24 of Knox township and Inez G. Culp age 18 of Knox township.
Milicia Zblenicka a woman was held for court by the Mayor after allegedly striking a neighbor child with a shovel and a dishpan in a local dispute.
U S Marshal S E Loftus has served twenty five witness writs on people to appear in the United States Court at Columbus in the LaBelle View Land Co case on Friday.
Will E. Bush of New Cumberland, formerly with J. C. Cope, will graduate from the Baltimore College of Physicians and Surgeons. He serves on the Mercy Hospital staff in Baltimore.
After a two day trial the George Cottman versus John Papulius case involving injuries from tearing down the Olympic theater building was settled for 200 dollars plus court costs.
Eight year old Andrew Slegiin was struck by a C and P freight train at Empire this morning. One leg was severed and he sustained other injuries. He was taken to Fast Liverpool hospital after stepping from the west bound track to avoid a freight and failing to hear an east bound train.
In the case of V. A. M. Morelli versus A. M. Lyons as executor of Capt. A. M. Cheeks a settlement was reached for 2250 dollars. Morelli had sought 7964.60 dollars in an amended petition outlining claims related to Cheeks.
Charles Borkowski sues Reby Coal Co. for 10015 dollars in damages over injuries sustained on November 12, 1912. Negligence alleged. Cohen named as attorney.
A new McDermott liquor license law goes into effect in nine days. The appointing board will be composed of county clerks, county recorders, and district board presidents who name two commissioners and fix salaries. They must name one Republican and one Democrat. Licenses will be granted next November for eighteen months and then for two years dating from May in odd-numbered years. A state reviewing board is paid only when in session and a governor appointed state inspector will head enforcement.
D. J Sinclair sold a five room frame house on Sherman avenue to Charles Schoppe and wife for 1500 dollars. The transaction was conducted by T. W. Vance, real estate agent.
C A Hunter of the Independent Bridge company of Pittsburg is in the city logging after his firm's work at Jam No 10 thanking for progress and reporting conditions at the site.
At the Wheeling municipal election the new charter replacing elective government with an appointive city manager was adopted. The Republicans gained majorities in both council branches while Democrats chose H. E. Weisgerber for the Board of Control over James H. Riddle.
In the La Belle officers election W E Beswick was chosen as secretary replacing the assistant treasurer role. The result names Beswick as secretary of the corporation in the local vote.
The First National Bank of Cadiz sues the estate of W B Bee who died in 1894 claiming 9107 in a common pleas court at Columbus. Charles Kinney is administrator and Fidelity and Deposit Company of Maryland is named co defendant on Kinney bonds.
Mrs. Mary Dallas, held at Ohio penitentiary, attended the funeral of her infant daughter at Smithfield Bethel. Dallas had been imprisoned for robbery of an Italian man in a lower Market Street resort, with a man named Smith tried jointly. After the service she was to return to serve the remainder of her sentence.
Alfred Boyer and Earl Bell were arrested on a humane affidavit in Lawler's court for cruelty to sixteen year old William Miller during strenuous initiations at his work site.
Alice Ward sues Caleb F. Ward for alimony alleging failure to provided support and gross neglect. They married July 28 1909. Ward is accused of gambling becoming intoxicated and associating with women of ill repute. Gardner attorney.
Fifty years ago on May 26 1865 Union forces under Gen J H Wilson captured Jefferson Davis former Confederate president in Irwinville Georgia. Davis reportedly wore a woman’s disguise as soldiers surrounded the party and compelled surrender. Also on the same day Carroll who rowed Booth across the Potomac was captured in Delphos Ohio.
Johnathan Marsh aged 26 of Reeds Mills and Iva Dunlop aged 18 of Bloomingdale appear among a group including Marion M. Bishop 32 and Sarah Kirkland 22 of Amsterdam, Pulice Bon aventure 30 and Giovanni Elio 26 of Steubenville, Ray A. Palmer around 2 or so of Scio, and Chlo tilde Wallace 20 of Unionport.
In the case of Bertha Cain against Austin Timmerman a settlement was reached for 450 dollars in favor of the plaintiff.
Probate court records show an inventory and appraisal filed in the estate of Joseph Jackman. The filing lists assets and values, initiating formal estate administration under applicable probate law.
Nearly one hundred men from down the river gathered Tuesday to petition the commissioners for the Salt Run to Rush Runpike road. The corridor from Andrews to Reeds Mills and from Sheleys to near Bloomfield has been taken up with the State Highway Department for consideration.
Jack Wind was fined 150 dollars and costs by the Mayor for a recent speakeasy conviction.
Beloved Bellaire resident Louis Long Sr a former two term street commissioner passed away shortly after Memorial Day after viewing a veteran parade. He enlisted in Company K First West Virginia Regiment at the Civil War start and served throughout. He resided in Bellaire after the war.
Olive Stinard sues Charles Stinardy for alimony and child custody seeking court action to attach funds from Beech Flats Coal Co. They wed at Tiltonville on July 1, 1913. She accuses him of ill treatment and association with disreputable women. Attorney W. C. Brown represents her.
A series of brief fatal incidents are reported with dates in May. Es a m Stroud died by suicide on May 23. Andy Korup killed by railroad engine at Piney Fork on May 19. Dean Vinten died May 20, stillborn. Guisseppi Torreway killed by Pan Handle Railroad train May 16. Otter McKinley infant son died May 15 from premature birth.
The document lists several couples and individuals from nearby towns with ages: John Marshall 21 and Grace Peterson 18 of Bergholz. John T. Shepperd 24 and Georgia M. Pyle 24 of Amsterdam. Elmer J. Dunn of Allesgheny and Anna Hagedorn 23 of Mingo Junction. Fred Gu Holman 33 and Eva Wright 20 of Steubenville. Anthony Lyttle 28 and Inez Smith 2 of Fernwood.
The state board of administration and the state civil service commission again clash over an appointment at Dayton State Hospital. S W Moore ranked seventh as horticulturist, has held the job nearly a year, is an authority on horticulture, and has performed satisfactorily in a $2000 a year post. The civil service commission certified the top three, but the industrial board refused to displace Moore.
Memorial cards issued for Herman A. Meyers announce his death in the Lusitania disaster. He was senior partner of the Myers Brothers wholesale millinery firm of New York and a well regarded visitor to the city. The card bears the inscription In memorial to Herman A. Myers Lusitania May 7, 1915 signed H. E. and S. Myers.
Funeral services for Miss Olive Starr were held at the Zogg home with a large gathering. Her remains were taken to Bellaire Ohio and Woodsfield Ohio for interment following her death Wednesday in Wellsburg caused by a shooting by Thomas Herbert of Follansbee.
Katherine E. Bell sues Daniel Bellej for divorce and alimony alleging gross neglect harsh treatment threats to shoot and adultery. Petition requests dower bar and injunction to keep him from the home and from frequenting it. W. C. Brown is the attorney.
Clara Steen was awarded alimony from John C. Steen including $50 cash and a $5 weekly payment. The ruling establishes ongoing support obligations for the former spouses.
Dimerist Detchon aged 22 of Salineville to wed Lonie Bayles aged eight from Bergholz with license details filed in county records. The notice lists both parties seeking a marriage citation under state regulations.
Decree of sale and appraisal enters the estate of Eunice Risher. Vincenzo Grifo is appointed administrator of Vincenzo Grifo Jr.
Nellie M Lippert sues Jofm J Lippert for divorce alleging gross neglect of duty obscene language prolonged absences and failure to provide causing mental anguish and health impairment. Marriage in New Martinsville West Virginia on January 29, 1910. Attorneys Stone and Galbraith.
N. W. Vankirk sues Peter in an appeal before Justice Downer. The transcript indicates the case was filed as an appeal in the local court, outlining the dispute and parties involved.
Jasper Dyers and M L Gambner withdraw from an action for discovery of facts tied to a fire loss under a fire insurance policy. Miller and Miller attorneys were involved.
The First National Bank of Differs vale Ohio sues Rev John A Mattes et al. An order of sale by Jefferson County Court of Common Pleas sets Monday July 15 at 1 pm at the courthouse front door in Steubenville for cash sale of real estate in Mt Pleasant township Dillonvale lot 8 in Watsons First Addition. Appraised at $2500. Attorneys Heinlein Spriggs James for Belmont Brewing Company.
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