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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1907
Page
5
In Stratford and surrounding spots in Warwickshire the author highlights birthplaces and burial sites of William Shakespeare, Holy Trinity Church, New Place, and historic inns. He notes the Shakespeare Memorial, the Memorial Theatre, and local hikes to Ann Hathaway’s cottage, with praise for the town’s blend of old charm and modern additions.
A 1500 strong procession moved from birthplace to Holy Trinity church where Shakespeare lies buried with flowers on his grave. The account notes British and foreign flags, chimes, and an organ filled church with music, followed by a sermon and mayoral procession. It then discusses Walter Raleigh’s Shakespeare bibliography and quotes on understanding his themes and language, plus reflections on Shakespeare’s education and use of anachronism in plays.
Mrs Mary M Geary wife of E M Geary died at Cambridge Springs hospital Saturday at 7 35 p m aged 38 born in Pittsburg maiden name Seibert married fifteen years ago survived by husband son George and brothers and sisters including Mrs Rose Beckett of Lineal Nebo Mrs Anna Weitzell of Columbus Wm Seibert of Cleveland Henry Seibert of Columbus Frank Seibert of Cincinnati member of St Pauls Church death noted as a shock to friends and sympathy extended to the family
Mrs John Still aged 48 passed away at 542 North Street Saturday at 8 30 p m after an illness dating from February 15 Her death followed a long struggle with complications She was born in Washington County Pennsylvania maiden name Smith Married to Mr Stull 26 years ago on June 15 She leaves husband and son Elmer a sister Mrs J M Watkins Shelby county Iowa and half brother Philander Johnston Brooke County West Virginia She was a devoted wife and mother and a Christian church member
Mrs Lilly E Boren died at 9 30 p m after a two week illness and two hours later her infant daughter followed in the arms of the mother. The family of Samuel Boren on McKinley avenue mourns a devoted wife and mother aged 37 with five children Howard Frank Merle Aletha and Kenneth. Her maiden name McKees born at Euclid Butler County Pa. Surviving relatives include TD J McNees Bea ve r Pa J S McNees and Miss Anna McNees Euclid Pa Mrs Emelda Greer and Mrs Fred Royle Pittsburg and Mrs H J Schaeffer Struthers. She belonged to the U S church and the family lived in Steubenville six years. Services held this morning and the remains go to Plain Grove Lawrence Co Pa for services and interment Tuesday.
W. W. McClelland a prominent farmer living north of Richmond died Sunday after a winter illness of bowel trouble aged about 50. He leaves a wife and several children. Florence Dougherty infant daughter of John and Nellie Dougherty of 546 North Seventh street died Sunday at age two days. Interment was Monday afternoon.
Reverend Grable presided as Daniel Brownlee was laid to rest this afternoon. Pallbearers included G. A. R. members, with Wm. Hindman and his wife of Wheeling in attendance.
Eleanor Gates, an American writer, notes waning deference to women as population density rises. She compares sparsely settled Western regions where women stand on a tacitly superior plane with New York, which she flags as the most ungallant city in the United States.
In Brooke County a dramatic confrontation unfolds as a courtroom siege erupts with fire and pursuit. Sheriff, Morgan, Ferguson clash with Bates Stoddard and Pickering while a mysterious figure of a ghost reappears amid gunfire and collapsing chandeliers. The scene shifts to a broader legal battle over pool rooms and racing laws with Ehrlich and accomplices bound over for trial as authorities push for closures and a State-wide test of gambling statutes.
The Steubenville accommodation train on the Pan Handle railroad narrowly avoided collision with a freight train near Carnegie. Engineer Peter Joyce reversed his engine and used emergency brakes after the freight derailed, saving passengers from serious harm. Passengers thanked Joyce for his quick action as the scene blocked tracks for hours.
Daniel Brownlee, a Civil War veteran and longtime Acme Glass Works laborer, died at his home 902 North Seventh Street on Saturday at 3 a m aged 69. He had been in poor health about twelve years, survived by wife who died over three years ago, a son Frank, two brothers Harvey and George, and a sister Mrs Harlan McGrew. Born in West Virginia, Brownlee enlisted in May 1861 in the 1st West Virginia Volunteer Infantry and joined Co F, Organization V. L. in 1862, taking part in major battles including Bull Run and Gettysburg where he was wounded. He was a highly respected citizen.
An affidavit sworn in Squire Weekly's Brilliant court charges Frank Speidel and partner Wheeler Tart with cruelty and inhuman treatment of animals. The pair, noted local merchants and butchers, reportedly received a shipment of sheep and calves by boat on Thursday at the landing, where the alleged cruelty occurred.
Mrs Caroline B Barclay wife of Thomas Barclay dies peacefully at 4 30 p.m. June 6 1907 at their Market Street home after a fall knee injury and stroke. Born May 3 1838 in the city she was daughter of James and Mary Myers and last of her family. She was a longtime member of First Methodist Protestant Church and a beloved neighbor whose sons T Robert Barclay and Mary wife of Harry Tanner mourn with her husband. Also noted is death of Marcellus Roberts aged 73 at Wellsburg with funeral by Odd Fellows and Knights of Pythias.
An affidavit by Homer McGee of the McGee Dieters Glass Co alleges animals were tied by four legs and hauled in a wagon to a business, left exposed to weather, and suffered agony before four miles to a slaughter house. Violates humane law. penalties range from five to one hundred dollars. Hearing set for early next week.
A London Globe excerpt notes the bishop of Southwell stating men are shy about attending church and walking up the aisle with manly bearing. It adds a humorous image of a novice feeling hands like peonies and carpet bags.
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