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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1916
Page
2
A verbose political column praises Hughes and Fairbanks as the ideal ticket and predicts a sweeping November victory. It notes Ohio splits, gubernatorial moves, and favorable editorials from the New York Sun and Pittsburg Leader, while urging voters to back a protec tion based prosperity and strong leadership.
Report notes Russians showing notable progress in the eastern theater with a vigorous offensive push. Observers describe their campaign as the most aggressive action currently underway and highlight strategic gains and continuing pressure on enemy lines.
The speaker asserts the Democratic convention will choose Wilson and Marshall, dismissing the proceedings as obvious and stating the outcome will end the event. The note reflects a fixed expectation about party leadership in the era.
Mayor McMaster appoints James M. Reynolds as the new Director of Public Safety. He is deemed the right choice to strengthen the Administration amid a challenging political race where favored candidates face an unusual setback and persistent headwinds.
The speaker contends Democrats in Ohio have abandoned real issue discussion and rely on unfounded insinuation and petty abuse against good men, claiming a shift to character attacks rather than substantive debate.
Citizens oppose his alignment with a free trade bloc led by the South and demand a president who understands business conditions. The public seeks a candidate with the right economic stance and plans to support him.
The daily petty attacks of the Cox-Wolfe Columbus papers do not reveal Willis’s true character but expose the narrowness and irresponsibility of the Dispatch and reflect dirty politics in action.
The piece praises Hughes as a stand alone candidate for Americaniam preparedness and protection, hailing him as clean manhood and the people's choice. It notes Theodore Burton missing the presidential nomination but tension lingers for Ohio in the Chicago convention with Harding and Willis prominent and Barton as a leading candidate.
The Houston Post links Sullivan Murphy Taggart and Wilson to the St Louis convention, noting the bosses will vote for Wilson reluctantly while aiming to undermine him. It recalls Bryan's rise against party bosses and suggests Wilson faces Republican unity and Democratic party infighting, with Bryan sidelined as a reporter.
By Harlowe R Hoyt the piece riffs on local politics and society with comic vignettes. It mocks famous racing talkers McBumble and McDoodle while lampooning paper claims and backers. It touches on politics fashion travel and social trends with satirical barroom chatter.
The reader questions why shoe prices do not reflect leather type, noting that low cuts cost as much as high tops despite leather being a major factor. The inquiry suggests other costs or market factors influence pricing beyond material.
The piece mixes light commentary on wartime weather politics and culture with lines on a record strawberry crop and a looming vacancy on the supreme bench. It notes British victory at Jutland, hints at prosecutor candidate fortunes, and jokes about Billy Sunday saving major cities with a satirical edge. It ends with a reflection on aging and charm and pretended kindness.
A sequence of realty transfers lists numerous parcels and buyer names with prices. Louise Kelly to J J Hartley. Martha J Case from F M Stringer. Jim Percher to W B Garreston. Ralph B Cohen to Robert Hill. Katé Bierer to John Rogas ki. Mary A Miser to Kate J Dye. Kate Dye to Francis Dye. Ada Oxley to Francis Zachiewicz. Olive Huff to William Scott. Ella Freeman to Kate Kalu Kileus. Tomas Morrow to H E Kilgus. August Floto to Louise George. Nicholas Gordon to Banner Realty. L S Moseript to Walter Carter. Cornelius Stuller to Daniel J Moore. George Slutz to Joshua Kirkland. Moses Finley to Frank Francisco. Francisco to Rosa Varigl ot. Harry T Jones to Frank J McCauslen.
Thomas Speedy, arrested yesterday on horse stealing charges, was released from custody by Justice Downer last night after the affidavit was withdrawn by the prosecuting witness Lie with the acquiescence of the defense. The incident ends with Speedy’s release and no further action indicated.
Joseph Weaver died at 1 Friday from injuries after a horse kicked him near the heart while driving near Follansbee. He had lived there eleven years, leaving a wife, a brother in Freedom Indiana, and other relatives. Funeral set for Sunday at 2 from Claypool home Brooke cemetery Wellsburg.
A Follanshee Athletic Association meeting is set in the mayor's office this evening. Nabbed near the Steubenville bridge, two men James alatzza and Theodore Uibaria face charges for 16 gallons whiskey 36 cartons beer and alcohol seized. A separate report notes a missed Weirton road beer party and a wave of local social updates including residents visiting families and a murder victim buried in Brooke Cemetery.
Promotes a 7 percent gold bond and mortgage on a debt free property valued at one million dollars. Claims 1440 acres of gold bearing land in Placer County California with a large mill, ore yields from $4 to $155 per ton, and extensive equipment. Details a 99 year lease by Hermine Operating Company and lists officers and contact for special information.
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