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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1915
Page
2
A political note contrasts virtue and vice in public life. The Democratic Moose Civil Service Commissioners are said to be crowding competitive exams for the non camps, allegedly aided by Mr. Cox, signaling tension over patronage and merit in appointments.
Five years after A Putnam Sandles announced resignation once the State Auditor could review him, the auditor remains unasked to perform the check. The delay leaves the Agricultural Commission president effectively in limbo awaiting formal inquiry.
The article notes Republicans lose Graves as Secretary of State, hindering efforts to block referendums Democrats plan to launch against the election, and to roll back decentralization of agriculture and civil service laws enacted by the legislature.
The Cox newspapers call the 81st general assembly a wrecking crew, saying the aim was to end one man power in the state government, yet it progressed fairly well despite criticism.
In a recent speech Herr Delbrueck, minister of the interior, declared Germany's wheat supply as not only sufficient but with a greater reserve than anticipated, and said there is no lack of potatoes. He challenges the government line that it is forced to a ruthless campaign against foreign shipping to starve Britain by starving Germany's foes.
The treasures of the relic room are placed under the custody of the Ohio archaeological and historical society in the new building on Ohio State University grounds. The Civil War flags will be glassed along the wall of the state house dome. Vacated space in Skyscrapers to be repurposed for officers will save over $2,000 yearly in rent.
The present legislature’s four and a half month appropriations run larger than necessary due to keeping high salaried office holders from the last administration for 90 days. Decentralizing laws await effective date and a Cox machine referendum delays enforcement until November, making the effort to loosen Cox’s grip arduous and protracted.
From Washington, report that President Wilson considers recognizing General Carranza as president of Mexico. Huerta was legally chosen to fill a vacancy, while Carranza lacked congressional backing. Wilson aided the rebellion with arms, hurt Huerta’s credit, and Vera Cruz seizure and killings are cited. Huerta’s peace prospects depend on U.S. support and restraint on munitions sales to revolutionaries.
An exchange notes that every new newspaper enterprise in Ohio over the past seven years has failed. Promoters lost over a million dollars, with other ventures dropping 30 000 to 100 000. Advertisers refuse to fund growth, preferring established papers. They see higher costs with no clear advantage, making expansion unprofitable. The piece questions the value of more papers in already saturated cities.
The piece questions government direction on railway wage regulation and contemplates extending Interstate Commerce Commission authority from rates to wages and possibly to railway supply prices. It notes past wage increases by arbitration on western lines and asks whether the Commission should fix wages as it does rates, warning of broader control implications for stockholders and suppliers.
The editorial notes a complimentary reference in Tuesday’s Gazette to a memorial address by Mr Simeral at the Woman’s Club. It applauds the legislature’s record and reflects on Dr Collins remarks about soldiers and emancipation, arguing many did free the slaves and that ending the war without emancipation would have been a disgrace.
David Franklin Houston, humorist and secretary of agriculture, calls on farmers to back laws shielding sheep from dogs. He stresses domestic wool is vital to U.S. mills and hints at political motives behind wool tariffs. The report cites wool import values for six months ending August 1, 1914, but offers unclear details.
In the historical Garfield trial setting, the Riggs National Bank sues the Secretary of the Treasury William G. McAdoo and Comptroller John Skelton Williams. Renowned counsel Samuel Untermyer and Louis D. Brandeis defend the two officials, with former Senator Joseph W. Bailey leading the bank as senior counsel. A large audience of bankers and prominent figures attends each session, marking the Proceedings as highly notable.
A wartime report compares shipping losses on both sides up to May 17, showing Germany sank or captured 460,528 tons of British commerce while Britain took 314,465 tons of German ships. It notes German success coupled with 1,556 civilian and neutral deaths, while Britain claims no such fatalities.
Darien Panama wireless plant completes the most powerful station in the world. It provides 5000 mile radius under normal conditions and will connect Washington, Panama, Arlington, and a San Diego line. Plans call for Hawaii and Manila stations to extend reach to all American territory and ships at sea across much of the world.
Washington follows Germany's possible reply to the Lusitania destruction death of over 100 Americans. Count von Bernstorff urges Berlin to abstain from submarine attacks on passenger ships and seek U.S. clearance rules to deter contraband. If adopted, the move could preserve peace and allied ties with Germany.
The Hamilton County delegation uncovered a will in the examined case, outlining proposed custody of assets and final wishes. Details indicate a contested interpretation among heirs and local authorities preparing further filings.
The piece argues that prosperity hinges on money and full employment, noting US financial strength, currency values, and the impact of Italy’s entry into war on lowering unemployment. It warns Democratic policy bungling risks halting revival even as labor shortages and rising wages promise broader demand and economic momentum.
A French army bulletin reports a new explosive that decuples gun power. A soldier’s letter describes bayonet assaults where trenches yielded no shots as Germans lay dead, fueling speculation that gases or ultra powerful, multi chambered shells cause near total silence and devastation.
A historical critique accuses Woodrow Wilson of wavering policy across domestic and foreign affairs. It contrasts pre election pledges with actions on Panama Canal tolls civil service merit protection unemployment relief and Mexican policy including arms embargoes and shifts in intervention. The piece cites quotes from 1914 and 1915 to illustrate inconsistent stance and notes foreign correspondence confirms the vacillation.
The WC T U institute met May 27 in Richmond at the ME church with representatives from county unions. Mrs. J Frank Smith led the morning program sharing on schools and department work, papers on Peace and Why Mother Need the Ballot were read, and a temperance program followed with readings, songs, and addresses by Rev Black, Rev Cook, and Rev Peterson. The day ended with an evening reading by Rose Davidson and performances by the WC T U quartet, and organizers planned further institutes across the county.
Ohio plans a comprehensive visitation across all counties to raise 100000 dollars for the Ohio Sunday School Association. The effort aims to establish permanent headquarters and create a nucleus for an enduring endowment fund.
The Mt Pleasant High School alumni banquet was held Friday night at the Friends' meeting house. Attendees included R R Carpenter and wife and Mrs J O Naylor. Attorney Carpenter delivered the address.
E McKenzie Murph aged 24 and Bertha Sheckler aged 19, both of Iron Dale, obtained a marriage license. The couple plans to wed soon after formalities.
Official notice from East Liverpool headquarters states that the National Brotherhood of Operative Potters elected officers by referendum. Edward Menge is president, John T. Wood is secretary treasurer, with vice presidents including Frank Hutchins John Randolph Sheldon Moore George Martin H T Burgess John Stingley and Thos Woods.
The text lists various linguistic forms of the word for God across languages and regions, noting Latin Deus Greek Zeus Hebrew Aden Syria Adad Arabian Asia Persian Syra Tartarian and others, and naming Odin Gott Dieu Dios. It mixes transliterations with many unclear terms from different cultures.
The Patent Office records show recent issues granted to Eastern Ohio inventors. Names include Alvin Barl of Tiffin with a starter for automobiles and Herbert Boring of Portsmouth with assigner H. H. Bart of Chicago for a chuck. J. G. Chalfant and H. G. Baum of Akron and J. R. Gammeter of Akron assign to R. F. Goodrich for a vehicle tire. Additional filings cover sidewalk and road fas, a wagon seat support, motor controller, motorcycle and saddle, fishing tackle, oil filter, brick forming die, wrapping machine, and a man manufacturing article. Also listed is the Beberatk registration for Mike Rabi of Barberton for a salve.
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