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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1907
Page
2
The Herald Printing Company lists its office at 120 North Fourth Street in Steubenville Ohio. The city and street address are stated clearly for correspondence and business operations.
The governor disputes capital punishment in principle yet fulfills duties as taxes rise and living costs climb. Senator Dick closes Foraker HQ in Akron, shipping clerks and literature to Washington, signaling political shifts. The Pennsylvania machine backing Knox fuels debate over Knox prestige, while the Haywood trial begins with no clear end.
M. Fe. Ingalls of Cincinnati, a railroad manager, seeks a Democratic seat in the U S Senate from Ohio but faces slim chances in this life.
The piece critiques claims of presidential domination by the President and warns against glorifying rebellion. It argues the Senate protects state interests, recalls 1861 secession, and stresses teaching that Union victory was just. It frames loyalty to the Union and truth-telling as essential in political discourse.
Senator Hogg of Cadiz travels to Caluming to consult with D. O. Rutan of Carrollton about the 16th District race. The Enquirer says Hogg plans a congressional bid and will fight for the nomination. The Herald-Star questions his chances and hints at behind the scenes delegate influence for the Republican National Convention.
The piece accuses Pennsylvania and other states of a senatorial alliance aided by railroads and corporations to lure delegates to Knox by favorite son methods. It alleges industry and Democratic papers back the plot to back a money-driven president, claiming the public will respond with punishment at the ballot box.
Out of every 1 000 prison inmates in the United States 65 are women. This statistic highlights the share of female inmates within the U S penal system and suggests gender disparities in incarceration.
The President and the American people express a shared opposition to both cunning crimes and violent acts, underscoring a united stance against all forms of wrongdoing. The statement reflects national resolve to uphold law and order across diverse offenses.
The passage notes that continued flour price increases due to a backward season could force a return to old corn meal days, signaling potential scarcity and higher costs for staple grain products.
Secretary Taft delivered a substantial Memorial Day speech to the millers of St. Louis. The Herald-Star notes the address was rich in facts but could not publish the full text due to space limits yesterday.
The visit of Senator Foraker to the city brought pleasant incidents and renewed old ties. He energized Memorial day observances and gave many youths a chance to hear a distinguished national figure. Citizens greeted him warmly, setting aside partisan differences to display courtesy and friendship, and the Herald-Star wishes him a safe journey back to Washington.
The Gazette editor McFadden has long shown loyalty to Senator Foraker, dating to an early state board appointment. Despite political disagreements, the paper backs Foraker’s campaign, highlighting a rare devotion amid patronage concerns that critics argue sustain his influence.
W Ault Ray C Ault Maude Stokes Jennie McElroy and John C Ault sue Nora Runyon Calvin Runyon Allen Seeley John Layton Wm C Riggs Henry Ault and Samuel Morrow seeking an injunction to stop defendants from entering the premises and erecting a fence. Plaintiffs claim land ownership and unlawful entry. Porter attorney.
A predicted storm period from June 2 to 7 brought rain lightning and hail as darkness darkened the earth for a half hour last night and again this morning. The city saw no major damage though crops in rural areas suffered due to the hail.
An ad promotes NOSSOKOFF barber hair dressing and manicuring school at 1408 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh PA offering six week courses with low expenses and a $30 cost. It claims hundreds taught and some graduates earning over $100 monthly with free tools and a separate department for ladies. Catalogs and testimonials available.
For sale a steam powered water well drilling machine described as as good as new. Includes everything needed to run the business. Opportunity to enter a money making field. Contact GEO ER STEPHENSON in Scio Ohio. Joatw
WASHED WOOL UNWASHED Unwashed Especially Desired Call write or phone for prices Bell phone 54s W. GEO. L. COPELAND & CO too N. pth St. west P. H. passenger idepot nijo-27mw.
A new pool room dubbed the Pittsburg Monte Carlo opens at Virginia Falls station, The Triangle near the three state lines WV, OH, PA. About 200 gamblers from Pittsburgh attend the opening with wires to Belmont track and Louisville Jockey Club. Similar room planned at Colliers station to attract Wheeling Steubenville betting crowd.
Eva Parker later known as Eva McMillen died in a Canton police cell after a short drink fueled decline following a workhouse term. The 17 or 18 year old from an assumed name faced court actions across the Ohio valley and vowed there was no home left for her. Her relatives were notified at Mingo Junction but she had no known kin nearby.
Steubenville residents face a tax levy of 35 mills or more this year, up from 32.40 mills last year, with the city auditor noting state shortfalls and continued needs. The city reportedly raised its own levy to 14.2 mills while the School Board cut one mill, and county funds are advised to cover years of underassessment. Auditor Reynolds cites liquor revenue as not justifying the increase.
The passage argues against substitutes for cod liver oil noting extracts from cod liver oil lack the essential oil. It claims the best absorbed form is Scott's Emulsion and mentions Scott & Bowne of Pearl Street New York. It also references the Ohio Valley Christian Churches and the Ohio Valley Association of the.
The Ministerial Association will hold a warning session in Bellaire on Monday June 16. The Woman’s Missionary Boards will meet in the afternoon and the Christian Endeavors group will meet at night. All city churches and nearby congregations will be represented.
Chris Merkle from Con nor precinct reports the new road supervisor law works. It sets worker ages between 18 and 55 for tasks. Last week Merkle had crews: Monday 23 men, Tuesday 21, Wednesday 23, Thursday 20, Friday 65, with many turned away for lack of tools.
Roy Mahon was arrested by R. O. Sweeney and others on Court Street after allegedly entering Sweeney's room yesterday morning and stealing six dollars. Sweeney identified Mahon on the street and had him detained. Mahon reportedly admitted involvement.
Grace Young a Wheeling woman charged with procuring and inducing two Steubenville girls to adopt lives of shame was arrested in Wheeling. She traveled with the girls to Wheeling where they stayed at the Thompson house before the younger, aged about eighteen, fled home with assistance from the girls. Chief Zimmerman obtained a warrant and brought her to Steubenville pending further action.
Amos Tipton of Unionport traveled to Pittsburg on the Pan Handle line to seek Pasteur Institute treatment for a hand bite he received while shearing sheep. About twenty sheep were reportedly bitten by a mad animal, and several had to be killed. Tipton carried the sheep's head as advised, while the remainder were ordered shot.
A west bound Pan Handle freight collided with a pile driver train at Moore's Run between Dinsmore and Hanlin's Station on Wednesday morning. Several cars and the engine derailed and the pile driver was wrecked. Tracks 19 and others were held up until the Steubenville wreck crew cleared them. The enginemen and several laborers escaped injury by jumping from the wreck.
A northern Wisconsin man has started a mink farm on his few acres noting high mink demand and scarce good skins. The venture is not yet rated as profitable but shows promise for future earnings.
At a Pittsburg Vein Operators meeting in Cleveland officials discussed the Vel Cox case from Plum Run and Hanna mines. The directors found no jurisdiction to intervene since the Bergholz mine owner Warner and the miners on strike were outside the operators’ district and organizational reach.
Real estate transfers listed show numerous parcels sold across Steubenville, Mingo Junction, and surrounding townships with prices ranging from $1 to $7,125. Notable entries include Charlotte Thatcher to Louis Rolandt for Steubenville property at $4,300 and Thomas McCabe to Henry Walker for 15,034 square feet in Mt. Pleasant Township at $7,125. Total yards let amount to 13,430 with repairs cost estimated at $31,126.72 and total project cost around $34,239.39 with contingency.
The county opened bids for numerous pike repair projects on Tuesday. Listed bidders and proposed segment lengths include J. F. Stringer from Adena to Long Run 321 yards and Ernest Steitz Wintersville to Richmond 463 yards, among many others spanning multiple towns and routes.
County readers are urged to act before the deadline on the last call for savings on subscriptions. The notice emphasizes enforcing the new rule once it takes effect and urges subscribers not to miss the opportunity to save money.
In Jefferson county probate court accounts have been filed for several estates and guardianships. A hearing on these accounts is set for June 29 1907 with the judge J R McCleary. Objections must be filed by the date noted.
A pike petition by B. W. Lewis and others seeks a new pike in Jefferson County Ohio to be built along the Rush Run area from Hopewell and Rush Run pike to Melchellin's stone spring house about two miles and a quarter. The levy would not exceed ten mills and a July hearing before the county commissioners is planned.
In 27 Beal law elections in Ohio municipalities since April 1 20 favored the drys. East Liverpol will hold a local option election on June 22 to decide the issue.
Baggagemaster Jenkins of the Steubenville Traction Co. struck his friend Carson with a snowball in Toronto this morning. This incident occurred in non fiction.
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