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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1913
Page
3
A collage of observations on labor roles, politics, and social change. It notes women’s unseen burdens, shifting sugar policy, literary diplomats, friendships tested by loans, dance novelty, family trees pruned, alertness at doors, factory and small business contrasts, dangers of buzz saws, and a shift in English horse racing amid personal crises. It closes with a Democrat’s declined postmastership and calls for scrutiny.
A modern philosopher notes a highly intelligent woman can be a fool in a specific respect. He asks if the reason lies in her marriage to him.
State and national administrations face a labor market with more jobs than job seekers, driving higher wages. Officials consider incentives to attract workers, while employers seek skilled labor across sectors as vacancies persist. Economic data show tightening conditions in several regions and policies adjusting to demand.
The Kaiser is praised by Mr. Bryan as a world peace promoter while plans for military expansion and shipbuilding suggest readiness for potential conflict and bear business implications.
The piece mocks the old fashioned notion of rustic simplicity as Secretary Bryan brings his dinner pail to work, a satirical jab at laborers’ humble routines and the clash between historical idealism and modern political life.
Suffering a temporary breakdown Miss Mary Garden has postponed The Jewels until September, yet she remains in good spirits and smiling despite the setback.
A columnist asserts girls vary in dress to draw notice and react with distress when men glance at their outfits, describing reactions as wet hens to critique perceived attention seeking behavior.
Some women are learning a new trade of crafting hazardous devices. So far they have been afraid to put anything in them that will hurt or even go off.
The speaker accuses the Can administration of shortening the ballot while expanding employment, seeking to erode the people's power to elect officers and to strengthen a powerful political machine.
Despite tragic warnings the nation proceeds with fire trap concerns as state efforts advance. Ohio Kansas and Massachusetts spearhead proper construction of public buildings including schools.
A reflective passage extols unwavering self assurance as essential to national greatness. It links infallible consciousness to the president and urges steady conviction in industrial and foreign policy as the nation expands its strength.
William Miles, a fruit farmer near Hill's school house, reports repeated thefts by local youths. A quartet of boys were caught stealing fruit on Sunday. Miles fired bird shot, injuring one boy in the back and singeing another's ear. two other youths were struck with a thumping. The injured boys suffered minor wounds.
Gaetano Abate suffered a deep facial slash during an affray at the intersection of Sixth and Market streets on Sunday afternoon. The wound extended from the hairline across the left cheek.
A chaotic street incident left Abate with injuries as he was escorted to a physician for treatment. Neapolitan Jack Marchette, the man who cut him, fled the scene. An onlooker described the crowd as casual about the assault, noting that if the situation had escalated it could have become a murder.
The Yorkville tin mill in the county nears completion with machinery being placed. Officials anticipate operation by mid August, or possibly earlier. Several former Phillips sheet and tin plant workers from Steubenville have taken posts at the new mill and will relocate to Yorkville.
Fred Postel aged 29 a railroad shop employee in Wellsville died Sunday morning from brain concussion after a street fight with James Barnes aged 25. Authorities say the clash stemmed from an old grudge. Barnes contends Postel attacked him with a pocket knife, injuring his neck and breast and a finger. Barnes was arrested to await coroner proceedings. both men were single.
Bessie Simpson and Mrs. Sallie Young, both described as colored, fought in Midland near East Liver pool after a money dispute. Simpson seized a razor, slashed Young’s throat, and Young died minutes later. Simpson jailed for murder. she arrived from Pittsburg and claims to have given $7 to Young for safekeeping.
In the administrator's proceeding for Fran cesco Pasqualina several administration papers are sought in Probate Court. The dispute centers on whether the Royal Italian Consul may act as administrator in alien cases with no resident beneficiaries under treaty law. V A M Morelli, named administrator for Pasqualino, will assert prior rights and the consul’s authority locally, planning to elevate the matter to higher courts if needed.
The bealy of William Moore, found along the Pan Handle tracks near Dennison, Wednesday morning, has not yet been claimed. Coroner Ritter was told to notify C. C. King in Pittsburg address. Wichita Walls, Dexes, inquiry yielded no such party or address. Telegraph and phone to Kang failed to locate individuals. New Castle, Pa police sought relatives without success. Moore is said to hail from New Castle.
Washington authorized attorney R N oot to file warrants against Ernest Justice and Mrs Rethea Weber Justice of this city and Mrs Tillye Snyder of Charleston W Va. Snyder is in custody while Justice eludes arrest. Case stems from Della Thomas being sent from the Weber Justice house at High and Market Streets, with evidence alleging the local house served as a clearing house for women used immorally. Charleston listed as one station securing and shipping to Snyder’s alleged gang house.
Clara Warneke Peterson files for divorce from John Peterson in Denver. No alimony requested. she seeks restoration of her maiden name. Married November 30, 1908, she alleges neglect of support despite his large earnings and claims she left home to support herself.
John H Porter, a East Liverpool plumber, convicted of aggravated assault and battery in the death of Guy Alexander, a Georgetown Pa ferryman, was pardoned by the Pennsylvania pardon board in Harrisburg. He had been sentenced to 18 months to three years in the Western Pennsylvania Penitentiary and will resume plumbing upon return. The case drew Beaver County attention as Porter had argued with Alexander over his elderly mother being made to alight near the river, a pistol was fired, Alexander wounded and later died after complications. Porter was convicted on appeal after an initial murder charge, then aggravated assault and battery, with the sentence handed down May 19.
New Cumberland Hancock county observed West Virginia's semi centennial with a Friday parade to Eden park. More than 5,000 participants filled a 1.5 mile route, followed by a program of sports and speeches. John Atkinson of New Cumberland, signer of WV’s first constitution and founder of its school system, was honored as Patton's band led a parade of floats and civilians.
The Supreme Court is asked to interpret a section of the Peck constitutional amendment granting it review of cases of great public interest. The city of Wellsville appeals over last fall’s election on municipal ownership of an electric light plant. Opponents claim many ballots were blank and would render affirmative votes insufficient by law. Lower courts sustained objections. the high court split and will hear the proposition next week.
The City of Steubenville won a verdict for 7028.33 against Ja Belle View Land Co in Court No 1 after a four day trial over street grade establishment. The city sought about 4000 and the decision may yield further sums as grades are set on other streets, linked to the original agreement when the city accepted the land company plan.
Fred Shone 20 of East Liverpool slipped from the pool wall at Rock Springs park Chester West Virginia shortly before 7 last evening and drowned in nine feet of water. He failed to surface and was not seen for a quarter hour until Alfred Patterson dove to recover the body from the pool bottom.
A man was spotted lying beside the railroad tracks to the west of the city, triggering a police inquiry and investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities cautioned that details remain preliminary as they assess the scene and identify the deceased.
An unidentified man about 45 years old, 5 feet 10 inches, 179 pounds, brown hair, smooth face, died after being struck by an eastbound train near Uhrichsville. A compound skull fracture and a crushed right arm were noted. The body was taken to the Dennison morgue and identified via lodge receipts from Rucker lodge 1222, Loyal Order of Moose, Wichita Falls, Texas, with disposition held for Moose lodge orders.
Webster Springs West Virginia June 19 counsel for state senator D A Smith on trial charged with accepting a bribe to vote for W S Edwards for U S Senator asked that the case be continued as former Governor William M Dawson a material witness was not present Dawson had been summoned to produce checks the prosecution offered to procure in court judge O Brien to decide later this afternoon
In Cincinnati on June 19 the banking and currency committee of the National Credit Men's Association adopted a resolution urging President Wilson and lawmakers in Washington to press the banking and currency legislation during the current session of Congress. George R. Barclay of St. Louis presented the resolution and delivered an address stressing the urgent need for action.
Three tired United States Senators Swanson Kenyon and Martine returned to Washington after a week in Charleston where nearly 100 witnesses were examined for ten to twelve hours daily yielding about one million words of testimony. The committee will resume hearings in Washington and consider complaints by coal operators alleging the miners union colludes with operators in other states to ruin West Virginia industry.
Effie Brown sues John Brown for divorce and custody with alimony and injunction. alleges drunkenness and cruelty since their 1904 marriage. Ludwig Vampel sues Laura Vampel for divorce. he cites adultery and gross neglect after their 1913 Wellsburg marriage. Roper vs Union Fuel Gas Co reports receiver discharged. Copeland vs Arbaugh orders partition with commissioners. Elizabeth Nicholson of Dillonvale seeks divorce from John Nicholson and attaches his bank funds for alimony. marriage in England in 1875 cited with alleged drunkenness cruelty and neglect. Gardner attorney.
The coroner lists infant Paul son of Martin Fabher died June 14 from premature birth. John Williams injured June 6 at the . & P. coal mine Amsterdam and died June vth. James Mitchell killed by a roof collapse June wth. An unnamed man rode a train and fell off. Several other cases noted with varying outcomes.
A farm accident near Dillionvale on June ith resulted in a fatality. Authorities reported the incident occurred at the rural property, with details continuing to emerge as investigations proceed.
Charles H Spaulding, 72, prominent Steubenville resident, died at 1 10 p m Monday at 219 North Fourth Street. Born November 22 in Acton Pennsylvania he moved to Steubenville as a child and married Amelia Robertson in the house of death. Survivors include wife and children W G Duvall Noblesville IN Mrs T Chal mers Clark Brilliant OH Mrs Samuel Geijsbeck Portland OR David C Akron William L Mingo Junction Emma Hetty and Charles Jr at home. He worked in iron and nails and served as secretary of Jefferson Iron Works then Spaulding Iron Works founder and later in real estate and insurance. He belonged to Westminster church and helped start the Congregational church. Funeral plans to be announced.
Mrs. R. R. Morrow aged 64 died at Joseph Peterson's Toronto home Saturday night after four weeks of illness. She had visited Toronto six weeks ago, suffered a stroke two weeks later, and weakened until death. Formerly of Toronto, she lived with sister Mrs Elizabeth Wilcox of Frankfort Springs, Pa. Survived by sister and brother Alexander McCloud of New Cumberland. She joined the M P Church while residing in Toronto.
One of the infant twin children of George and Fannie Elliott of 760 Poplar Avenue died on Monday. The other child had died a week earlier, leaving the family in mourning.
Two years after a boilermaker named W. J. Hoffman in the Panhandle suffered a steel shard in his eye the object remained undetected until a Dennison visit when eye discomfort returned. X rays at Columbus located the shard and he underwent surgery to remove it with final eyesight prognosis unknown.
The Ohio Endeavorer July issue highlights Steubenville Jefferson county as the site for the State C. E. convention in 1914 with Lima to settle the final arrangements. The edition features a courthouse portrait, essays on the Jefferson and Steubenville C. E. Unions by Miss Allie C. Adams and Stanley Fellows, and messages from Archie O. Crossley and Miss Lillian Fiest.
H E Dunlap Wheeling patent lawyer notes Patent Office records show recent patents issued to Eastern Ohio inventors. Names include Warl T Adams Akron Ander P Anderson Henry F Eledder Johann John R Gameter Charles R Jamison Irwin F Kepler Hat tie C LaMar Thomas V Lamb Ray H Manson Leroyg Prouts Charles Semple Jr Alfred Komas John P Weidemeyer Ernest A Wiese Charles Hiser John Wander and others with firms such as B F Goodrich Berger Manufacturing American Bottle Dean Electric and Engten Metal.
Memorial Day records show 167000 Civil War survivors, fewer than two Mexican War veterans remain, and none from earlier conflicts. Pension lists reveal no widows among Civil War veterans.
A newspaper snippet notes Civil War veterans average 71 years old, predicting U.S. pension payments may end in ten years per bureau officials. It cites about 200 million dollars paid annually in pensions over the past two years, with increases due to the dollar a day law.
Daniel E. sues Carrie J. Morgan in Steubenville Ohio alleging marital breakdown after their 1898 marriage. Testimony shows a separation of 18 months and that Daniel supported his family while Carrie allegedly consorted with other men. They have five children aged 6 to 14. The case advances to the next argument list.
Reports circulated in the Democratic press of Ohio name Congressman W B Francis of Martin's Ferry as a candidate for governor. He represents the Sixteenth district and has many friends active in his behalf.
The Wheeling Intelligencer notes a trip to the Panama Canal may influence whether the subject agrees to run as a candidate. It remains unclear if he will consent to enter the race.
Ele Steve Satoni of the Minor brick plant, located two and a half miles north of Toronto, was found with a crushed left leg lodged between knee and ankle after an accident on a railroad track midway between the plant and Pire. Amputation was necessary, a severe bruise above the right eye noted, but no internal injuries suspected and recovery expected.
Frank Hindman age 28 and Ethel L. Deter age 22 of Stenville obtain license. Frederick C. Johnson of Columbus age 43 and Vesta Kert age 32 of Steubenville seek license. Harry H. Shively age 38 of Shady Grove and Bertha E. Shively age 22 of George's Run to wed by Rev. Baker.
Columbus reports that the new primary law as it applies to townships will not affect the coins in a November election.
Editors accuse the Ohio administration of flooding the state with costly commissions and staff. Critics warn the legislature and Governor Cox are expanding state power, creating a broad machine with high salaries, while farmers and taxpayers seek to curb the expense via referendum. Columbus, June 16.
Spring sufferers endure carbuncles boils and eruptions. The ad touts 8.8.8 blood purifier promising rapid tissue revitalization and germ suppression with testimonials. It urges a $1 bottle from Swift Special Co medical dept Atlanta Ga for a complete cure and personalized advice.
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