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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1916
Page
2
The Ohio state Republican convention in Columbus met with high energy and confidence. Attendees described the gathering as the most enthusiastic ever, pledging sweeping victory in November and noting the fighting spirit of the party ready to mobilize.
The remark about government appointees provoked playful boyhood retorts with a sharp comeback echoing the old quip Youre another. The exchange reflects political tensions and casual rhetoric of the era surrounding President Wilson and his circle.
Secretary Redfield defends withholding names of census workers, arguing secrecy aids their work and protects professional independence. The remark notes secrecy has uses even in an administration that promises publicity, suggesting better campaign leverage without revealing official ties.
Federal Judge Hough ruled trust companies are not subject to the war tax, a decision affecting about 2 million dollars in government receipts. The government will appeal, and Secretary McAdoo will hold the sum subject to higher court rulings, potentially counting it in the next fiscal year’s receipts report.
The New York World, a Democratic paper, called into question Bryan’s appeal to sober judgment. It noted Bryan’s higher vote totals in three elections compared to Wilson, despite a smaller national population at those times.
President Wilson proposes a seven member council of executive information to aid his cabinet without pay. The move sparks questions about why he did not include specialists in his original cabinet and why one group receives honors and pay while another is asked to supply expertise and experience.
Steubenville considers forming local companies to boost credit for its youths who served in the Spanish-American War, noting other towns had more participants. The move aims to restore the town’s historic Civil War and earlier war legacy by demonstrating stronger local enlistment.
Writing in firm support of swift action, the piece urges sending all available men and artillery to relieve the beleaguered U S forces in Mexico. It emphasizes extinguishing the fire now, then assessing accountability, and calls on citizens to back the administration’s efforts to protect national honor and lives.
The piece argues that preparedness parades awaken latent patriotism and deliver a practical warning about an unseen risk. It urges all citizens to participate actively in the upcoming demonstration next Saturday.
The author argues that the United States should not rely on others or assume Japan will always be restrained. History shows dependence on foreign forbearance is fragile, and Americans must be prepared to act in their own defense if needed.
The Herald-Star prints Ex President Roosevelt’s letter praising his past actions and defending his 1912 course, and a concise telegram from Mr. Hughes. Both portray true Americanism, bold leadership, and a commitment to right action. The passage predicts industrial peace and better relations with nations as the nation moves forward.
A column mixes a dark meditation on life from a Cleveland Plain Dealer quote about a man who ends his despair after love, with brief notes on Villa, politics, Europe neutrality, and war rhetoric. It laments life’s worth and mocks economic and patriotic pretenses as wartime blurbs.
The President demands expansion and acceleration of the naval program while signaling no plan to remove Secretary Daniela. The statement underscores a policy priority without personnel change.
Wholesale prices show a $2 per bushel increase from last year and $3 higher than two years ago, signaling a notable price hike in the sector and potential impact on producers and retailers.
A description notes that European royal residences resemble comfortable travel hubs in appearance, likening imperial palaces to American railroad terminals for their size and ambiance. The remark reflects a passenger viewpoint on luxury and public spaces in different regions.
The note recalls writers from the era who contributed a column titled Sidelights of the Convention. These authors, now largely forgotten, produced ongoing commentary and sketches that chronicled convention proceedings and social atmosphere.
Chicago reports price hikes by meat packers as anticipation grows for large government contracts. The piece suggests patriotism surges during wartime, framing the economic move within national duty.
The President, according to his physician, has great sense of humor. He must have enjoyed some of his diplomatic correspondence.
The contested issue will be presented to European powers, Belgium, and Greece as precedents, arguing that they are fully qualified to pass judgment on the matter. The statement frames an international appeal seeking external arbitration or judgment in the dispute.
Quotations note that while novelists portray a woman speechless with rage, married men say the angrier she becomes, the quicker she speaks. The observation contrasts literary trope with real-life interruptions in heated moments.
The author remarks that the Turks are retreating and implies they have covered more ground than expected, suggesting a significant advance by opposing forces highlights in a comment on military movements.
The passage notes universal campaigning on preparedness Americanism and the elimination of the hyphen as candidates and platforms align on these issues. It reflects broad consensus across parties and politicians labeling the topics essential.
County Normal Schools in Ohio are state funded. Jefferson county ran one at Smithfield under David Dodd. continuation depends on enrollment. Everson notes that first grade high school graduates earn a teacher certificate after one year at Smithfield with full credit transfer to state programs. Non graduates may receive a certificate at examiner discretion. Last year many students secured teaching positions. Smithfield is a clean town.
An advertisement invites county residents to enroll in the Smithfield Normal School opening September 4 1916. It promises wholesome educational moral religious atmosphere, no tuition, affordable boarding and lodging, and future life certificates. Prospective students or referrals should contact Normal Director David Dodd in Smithfield Ohio or County Superintendent W I Everson in Steubenville.
Mrs. Helen Tomko wife of Andrew Tomko died at the family residence on Prospect Avenue at 8 30 PM Wednesday aged 45 after a long tuberculosis illness. She leaves her husband five daughters and one son. A Greek Catholic Church member of Mingo Junction the funeral is set for Saturday at 9 00.
Miss Anna L McGowan died at 6 30 p m Tuesday June 20 1916 at her sister Mrs Frank Bowe 1030 Franklin Ave Steubenville from tuberculosis of the throat She was 29 years old daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank McGowan Uhrichsville Ohio a Dennison Catholic school graduate and former stenographer in Cleveland She is survived by parents sisters Elizabeth Cecelia Mrs Thomas Bowe Mrs May Green John McGowan and Margaret Interment will be in Dennison after shipping Friday morning.
Mrs George Dury aged a beloved wife of George Dury died Wednesday at 3 45 p m at her East Springfield home after six weeks of ill health She was born near Annapolis daughter of Warner and Nancy Grimes She leaves husband and children Mrs John McKee Mrs Grafton Allensworth Mrs Chas Tedrow Mrs Joseph Tedrow plus two deceased Burt and Jennie wife of Herbert Kirkpatrick A member of the M E church active in church work Services held at the M E church East Springfield Friday at 2 00 p m
Robert Andrew Warren Sr a respected Knoxville Ohio resident died early Thursday morn aged 83 born July 29 1842 in Coshocton county. He served four months in the Civil War with Company C 157th Ohio Volunteer Infantry and belonged to the G A R Post of Toronto. He married Mary J Gladden May 30 1870 and leaves a wife and eleven children. Funeral at the Knoxville United Presbyterian church Saturday at two o clock.
Mrs. Julia Clark Baer wife of Henry Baer died at Bethesda hospital Cincinnati on Wednesday June 21 1916 at 5 30 p m aged 23 She was daughter of Mr and Mrs J W Clark of 329 Ross street educated in Steubenville schools member of Third Presbyterian church and S H S class of 1912 Married to Henry Baer in August 1914 the couple had a brief but happy life in Cincinnati Their infant child preceded her in death on Sunday the 18th and she leaves her husband and grieving family in the flower of womanhood.
At the bereaved home in Cincinnati, her parents Mr and Mrs J v Clark of this city, three brothers Willard Joseph Melvin Clark and two sisters Mrs Raymond Rodgers of Steubenville and Miss Sara at her parents home on Ross street. The funeral services will be held at her late residence 3515 Wilson avenue Avondale Cincinnati on Friday at two o'clock.
John Bugner a well known resident of Follansbee West Virginia died at Ohio Valley hospital at 4:00 am Thursday after a brief illness with acute nephritis He was born in Austria Hungary and was 35 years old He is survived by his wife and several children Remains will be shipped to Martins Ferry for interment.
Mrs Florence Medley funeral held Thursday at 3 00 PM from Bechtel home 1341 Ridge Avenue LaBelle View with Rev Reese of LaBelle View M E Church conducting. Music by church choir. Interment in Union Cemetery. Pallbearers Samuel Medley Thomas Medley Frank Medley Walter Medley Arthur Medley and William Archer.
John J Caniff a top Pan Handle division engineer for the Pennsylvania lines died at his home 146 North Sixth street after a 14 month illness. Born August 16 1860 in Steubenville he married Ida Davis in 1882 and later Mary A Finnegan in 1914. Survived by two children Dennis and Stella and by his wife Mary and several siblings. He was a member of St Peter's Church Holy Name Society Moose Eagles and Locomotive Engineers Local 416.
Mrs Caroline Floto widow of Henry Floto died at her home 413 North Sixth street at 10 35 Saturday morning June 24 1916 after a two month cancer stomach illness She was sixty eight born in Naensen Braunschweig Germany October 10 1848 She came to America in 1870 and married Henry Floto October 18 1871 The couple had six children four survive Harry Caroline wife of Clarance Bucy Minnie wife of Charles Clark and Fred of Steubenville She belonged to Zion Lutheran church and was active in the Ladies Aid and Good Samaritan Societies The bereaved family includes four surviving children and she was the last of her family members to pass away.
Mrs Sophia Spurrier widow of the late William Spurrier died at her West Market street home at 5 35 am Friday June 23 1916 from a paralytic stroke with brain hemorrhage She was 66 born in Holidays Cove West Virginia and married in Parkersburg in 1884 They moved to Steubenville in 1886 and she was an active Second Presbyterian church member She leaves three sons Harry Charles and James all at home one brother John Wright of Hollidays Cove and one sister Mrs Nancy Hindman
Rose Ann Downey aged 55 died at her brother T Benj Downey’s Brooke county West Virginia home Saturday morning. She was daughter of the late Peter and Mary Downey and survived by sisters Mrs Addison Barnes Mrs George B Mackey Susan Josephine Downey and brother T Benj Downey. Funeral services are Monday with burial in Brooke county cemetery.
Charles W. H. Peterson of Market Street died at 10:30 PM on Saturday June 24 1916 after an illness of eight weeks from complications of tonsillitis and rheumatism He was born February 13 1883 in Steubenville son of David H and Caroline Peterson He worked as an auditor for The Steubenville Coal and Mining Company for twelve years He was active in Masonic and Scottish Rite orders a member of St Pauls Episcopal Church and survived by his parents and three brothers Robert J John H and D Maurice Peterson The community mourns his loss and honors his service to both church and fraternal organizations
The funeral of the late John Caniff was held at St Peter’s church at 8:30 Monday morning, attended by relatives and friends. Services were led by Rev. Father Powers with Rev. Father Weigand, and the burial took place at Mt Calvary. Pallbearers included Thomas, Joseph and William Caniff, Owen Connor, James Gilday, and Patrick Ward. Attendees from Wheeling to Columbus included numerous Caniff relatives and friends.
Radio Banda died at his home 509 Wells Street Sunday night after a two week illness. Born in Austria he had been in this country only a few years. He was 30. Survived by his wife and several children.
The state public utilities commission reduced coal freight rates for the Hocking Valley and Toledo & Ohio Central railroads by 2 to 25 cents in the Sunday Creek case. United Mine Workers of America District No. 6 and Sunday Creek Coal Co. had pursued the matter in state court last year. The industry expects broad benefits if the commission is upheld by the supreme court.
AP reports a desert fire in Needles California swept the town early today destroying the entire business district. At least five persons died trapped in two holes and several others were injured as losses reach about 175000 dollars.
Four laborers were killed at the bottom of an 85 foot shaft when a compressed air explosion sent bricks water and sand onto them. A hoist operator at the top was blown free and injured. The men were alone in the shaft as a 16 inch wall failed allowing camel waters to drown them. Police cite a structural flaw as a possible cause.
110 acres of fertile soil with fruit, underlaid with coal and ming opened. 10 acres timber, bank barn 36 by 60, good house. Priced at 4600 dollars. 100 acres with good house bank barn fruit and timber. Only 2400 dollars. Terms offered by E. E. Wallace Carrollton Ohio R R June 22 2tw.
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