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Steubenville Herald

Location

Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 06, 1913

Page

3

Death of Mrs Rebecca McCune in New Alexandria home

Mrs Rebecca McCune wife of Edward McCune died at 42 Lincoln Avenue after a winter of illness culminating in pneumonia. Born at Brilliant she was daughter of Jesse and Mary Hakill married twenty five years ago. Survived by Frank Belmont Q and sisters Mrs Ryla Ramsey Ashtabula and Mrs W J McCann New Alexandria. Member of Third Presbyterian Church and missionary societies noted for charitable deeds.

Rebecca McCune Rebecca Caroline McCune Edward McCune Hogue Lincolin, Avenue Brilliant Jesse Mary Hakill McCane

Death of Harness Maker J D Van Dyke at Wellsville

Jonathan B D Van Dyke died Tuesday evening after a three month illness. He was 7 years 7 months old and born in New Somerset. He learned harness making, belonged to the Christian Church of New Somerset and worshiped at First Christian in Wellsville. He was a Knights of Pythias member. Survived by wife and two children Elmer and Tillie. Frank preceded in death four months earlier. Survived by two brothers and two sisters including Anna Acton, Sarah Shrun, Henry, and Frank.

J. D. van Dyke Jonathan BD. van Dyke Wellsville van Dyke New Somerset Christian Church of First Christian Church New Somerset Lodge Knights of Pythias Elmer Empire Tillie Frank Anna Acton Sarah Shrun Detroit Mich Henry Carriers Mills Ill

Mrs Hallie Myers Dies At 42 In Pittsburg Burial Planned

Mrs Hallie Myers died at her home on Georges Run Thursday morning aged 42. Her remains will be taken to Pittsburg for interment.

Hallie” Myers George's Rnn Pittsburg

Funeral service for Irene Victoria Argier held Thursday

Irene Victoria Argier had a funeral Thursday afternoon officiated by Revs Sidener and McCarty with pallbearers Charles Archer Edward Archer Walter Archer and Mr Hitchcock.

Furto Irene Victoria Argier Revs Sidener McCarty Charles, Edward Walter Archer Mr. Hitchcock

Death of Robert Melvin at 242 South Eighth Street

Robert Melvin died at his home Thursday at 8 30 p m aged about years after four years of poor health and a three week illness from organic heart and stomach trouble. Born in Pittsburg he lived here 12 years and worked as a brick maker. He married Mary E Nicholson October 16 1902 and survives with one brother William of New Brighton and two sisters Nancy and Rose of Pittsburg. He was a member of the Presbyterian church and known as retiring and industrious.

Robert Melvin South Eighth Street Oklahoma Pittsburg Mary E. Nicholson William New Brighton Nancy Rose The Presbyterian Church

Obituary of Mt. Pleasant Pioneer Joseph Kithcart

Joseph Kithcart of Mt. Pleasant Ohio died Thursday morning aged 8 years 4 months 14 days. He left three sons John A of Steubenville Sherrard of Maryville Tenn Henry of Follansbee and four daughters Mrs Mary Orr Mrs Anna Cleaver Mrs Ella Walker and Miss Jessie all of Mt. Pleasant along with 12 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Born in Union Town Pag he moved to Ohio in 1838 and lived in Jefferson county since. A longtime director of the People's National Bank of Mt. Pleasant and a Presbyterian church trustee he was known for sound judgment and straightforward dealing. Funeral notices will follow.

Joseph Kithcart Mt. Pleasant Ohio John A Steubenville Shertard Maryville Tenn Henry Follansbee Mary Orr Anna Cleaver Ella Walker Jessie Mr. Pleasant Kjtheart Uning Town Pag Jefferson County People’s National Bank of Presbyterian Church of

Thomas W Flanagan dies after neuralgia attack at home

Thomas W Flanagan died suddenly at 105 Benton street on Saturday at 1 p m after an attack of neuralgia of the heart. Born in Fairmont West Virginia in 1854 he came to the city two years later his father John Flanagan a brother George H and three sisters Elizabeth M Annie J and Mrs Mary Wilson survive. He worked ten years at the tin mill then on the Pan handlers road and was a member of St Pauls Church. He was an industrious and highly respected citizen.

Thmas Flanagan Thomas W. Flanagan Benton Street Fairmont W. Va John Flanagan George H Elizabeth M. Annie J Marys Wilson Pan’ S St. Paul’s Chugep

Death of John R. Jackson Leader in the Community

John R. Jackson a well known Black civic leader died suddenly on Friday at 3 15 p m while being moved from his rooms at Elias Merryman's on South to City Hospital for treatment He had been ill for two days with an illness not fully stated in the fragment.

John R. Jackson Johe Raindolph Jackson Eilas Merryman’s

Pneumonia Ends Life of Local Porter and Orator in Wheeling

The death of a 62-year-old Wheeling native, a former hotel porter and barber shop assistant, follows a pneumonia attack from a cold caught while driving. A self-taught speaker, he led gatherings on Emancipation Day and other events. Survived by sisters Mary, Jennie, and Kate Lightfoot, he belonged to the K of P and Masonic lodges. Burial planned in Wheeling with funeral Monday at Simp son M E Church.

Wheeling Col. Delaplaine Mary Jennie Jackson Kate Lightfoot Lightfoot Burton Simpson M.E. Church

Mrs Margaret Ford Ends Long Illness At 5:35 A M

Mrs Margaret Ford widow of John W. Ford of 225 South Fifth street died Sunday at 5:35 a m after four weeks of illness. Aged 0 years she was born near McKeesport Pa married 41 years ago and moved here in 18 8. Survived by husband son Charles and siblings Agnes Zinkhorn Isabel B Strachan James Beveridge John William Andrew Lewis Alex and others plus three grandchildren. A Presbyterian and devoted mother esteemed in the community.

Margaret Ford Margaret Watson Beveridge Ford John W. Ford South Fifth Street McKeesport Charles Agnes Zinkhorn Jas, Beveridge New Kensington John William Valencia Andrew T Lewis Alex Perryville The Presbyterian Church

Mrs. Margaret Miller Seachrest Dies After Long City Life

Mrs. Margaret Miller Seachrest former resident of this city died Sabbath morning March 2 at Castle Shannon Pa aged 85. She was daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth Miller a lifelong member of the First Presbyterian Church and widow of Charles Seachrest. Survived by her son Charles and several stepchildren. Funeral train arrival Tuesday 10 30 am at the P C C Sts Levy with interment at Union Cemetery Miller family lot.

Margaret Miller Seachrest Charles Seachrest Castle Shanon Seachrist Thomas and Elizabeth Miller Miller South Seventh Street Cannonsburg Seachrest Martha Miller Charles Castle Shannon West Lillian Wolfe Jessie Miller Myers Clarence Gertrudes Miller Sts. Levy Union Cemetery

Mrs Mervis Dies After Hospital Operation In Pittsburg

Mrs R d Mervis of Market Street near Ninth died in a Pittsburg hospital Saturday following an operation. Interment was in Pittsburg under Hebrew usage. Survived by parents husband and three children. Funeral services for Robert Mel vie held Sunday with Rev Geo P Rowland officiating. Choir from Thiel Presbyterian church rendered. Pallbearers were Sowiewalson St and Jr Willard and Regis Nicholson.

R.d. Mervis R. J. Mervis Market Street Ninth Pitsburg Pittsburg Robert Melvie Peter Geo. P. Rowland Thiel Gresbygerian Church Anusig Sowiewalson St.,and Jr. Willard Regis Nicholson

Dusan and Annie Lascaray Infant Alga Passes Away

Alga Lascaray, daughter of Dusan and Annie Lascaray, residing at 449 South Third Street, died on Sunday at age three months. The brief notice records the infant's death and parents' names.

Alga Dusan Annie Lascaray South ‘Third ] Street

West Virginia miners strike linked to habeas case ruling

News from Charleston reports state officials and judges dispute the release of labor leaders held by military authorities. The Supreme Court of Appeals upheld habeas corpus considerations, allowing transfer proceedings and asserting governor actions to arrest or detain suspected agitators without violating due process.

Associates Press Heralo-Star Charleston West Virginia Kanawha Comme *Offenberger Supreme Cops of of Appeals mili@rwicom Stat U S Éelec

President Wilson Revels in Democratic Senate Leaders

President Wilson announces known Democratic Senate leaders in Washington amid reshuffle rumors. Strong party figures named include prominent lawmakers and insiders, signaling a strategic push ahead of upcoming votes and policy battles. The dispatch notes anticipated friction with opposing factions and the potential impact on legislative agendas.

Herald-star Net York Wilson Senate

Wilson signals stance on Panama canal toll repeal bill

Confidence grows that he supports passage of Senator Root's amendment to the canal bill to remove the exemption shielding American Coastwise ships from tolls. It was stated today that Mr. Wilson has made his position clear to several Democratic Senators.

Root Wilson

Ohio House approves compulsory worker compensation bill

Columbus Feb 27 The House passed the Green compulsory worker compensation measure with no votes against it though amendments were offered and defeated. The governor supports it. it takes effect January 1 for employers with more than five workers. The bill outlines payment obligations for injuries under the state act and sets up per county licensing boards with salaries up to 5000.

Columbus House Senate Diser Mahoning County State Board of Health Wilson Legislative Joint Kentucky West Virginia Ohio Moore Jefferson County State Printer’s Department Fulton’ Committee House Judiciary Committee Representative Diser Mahonning County Representative Smith Butler County Senate Judiciary Committee Jung Sol Karb Carter Kart

Congress nears end as conferees clash over ships

Washington March 3 AAP The 62nd Congress faces a crowded conferee maze on major supply bills with less than 24 hours to live. Lawmakers may stay in continuous session until the inaugural ceremonies begin. The battleship dispute dominates, House demanding one ship and Senate two, with both sides firm.

Associated Press Herald-Star Washington 62Nd Congress Apne House Senate

Rostron Receives Medal of Honor for Titanic Rescue

Washington March 1 Captain A H Rostron commander of the steamship Titanic rescue Tarpathia received from President Taft the medal of honor the highest civilian award. Ambassador Bryce cabinet members and the Titanic disaster investigation committee witnessed the ceremony in the White House East Room.

Associated Preas Herald-Star Washington A. H Rostron Tarpathia Taft Congress Bryce Cabnet

Trials Set For 40 Camp Pratt Prisoners In Coal Riot

Col Wallace announces 40 prisoners held at Camp Pratt will be tried by a military commission, with counsel of the United Mine Workers refusing to appear. Trials begin March 7 and defendants may call witnesses. the scene centers on Paint Creek unrest and coal country disputes.

Charleston Col. Wallace Camp Pratt Paint Creek United Mine Workers of America Hell Misther Jottes

Tabor Leader Reacts to Habeas Corpus Ruling

A Tabor leader broke down after learning last night that the Supreme Court of Appeals ruled against her habeas corpus proceedings.

Tabor Supreme Court of Appeals

Startling tuberculosis facts urge fasten bill passage

Dr R G Patterson presented striking figures on Ohio and world TB to the Senate and House. He cites one third of Ohio deaths in ages 15 to 48 from TB, at least 35 000 infected in Ohio, and 7 000 Ohioans dying annually from the disease. Worldwide deaths reach 15,500,000 yearly with 1,000,000 in Europe and 155,000 in the United States. In the United States 1,250,000 people are infected.

Associated Press Herald-Star Go Ap Ohio Senate House R. G. Patterson Ohio Society For the Prevention of Tuberculosis Pee Board of Health Europe United States

Congress Delves Into Equal Suffrage By Constitutional Route

Washington February 28 Congress has begun earnest review of suffrage with a sub committee led by Hobson to decide whether equal suffrage and presidential election should be settled by constitutional amendment or by state action. Porter and Kribble join Hobson in a wide inquiry likely to yield a report before the next Congress ends. Supporters back a constitutional amendment though some favor leaving it to states to avoid issues in the South. Proponents cite Rosalie Jones and her army crossing the Mason Dixon line into Maryland where some local women joined in bearing banners reading Votes for Negro Women.

Associated Press Herald-Star Washington Congress Hobson Porter Pennsylvania Kribble Georgia Rosalie Jones Mason and Dixon Line Maryland

Suffrage Pilgrims March Through Washington Crowd Praises Jones

General Rosalie Jones leads a large suffragette army into Washington amid a cheering crowd along Capitol through Pennsylvania Avenue. Enthusiastic spectators choke streets while trade slows as the procession—disheveled but determined—marches toward a final push for the franchise.

Associated Press Herald-Star Washington Rosalie Jones Capitol Grands Pennsylvania Avenue Treasury Building

Women march on Pennsylvanian Avenue for suffrage show of unity

Thousands of women participate in a Washington parade on Pennsylvanian Avenue signaling unity in the push for votes. Led by Gen Rosalie Jones and Mrs Richard Coke Burleson, the procession features aides on horseback, allegorical floats, and a long line of elderly and younger supporters marching to the Capitol Hill area amid perfect weather and strong public attention.

Associated Press Herald-Star Washington Pennsylvania Avenue Rosalie Jones Metho Peace Monument Thun Peters Treasury Building Richard Coke Burleson Inez Milhotlan Atc Capitol Hill Tony Chile Ne Ioral Woman’s Suffrage Association Ffice Atal Pasrsial Petticoa Volo Deve A . Kalie

Chariot Parade Draws Dense Crowds From Baltimore Philadelphia

A disjointed early text describes a parade with gold chariots from Baltimore leading a seventh section amid cheers. Prominent Maryland women and suffragists from Philadelphia join a large turnout with over 500 women from New York Philadelphia and Baltimore arriving by special train to form the banner party and witness dances and tableaux on treasury steps.

Goldon Baltimore Maryland Philadelphia Treasury United States Philadelpia New York

Taft Commutes 15 Year Sentence of Pittsburg Cashier

President Taft commuted to expire March 28 the 15 year term of William Montgomery a Pittsburg National Bank cashier convicted of misapplying funds. The bank failed incurring about a million dollars in losses. All losses were repaired and the President ruled the original sentence excessive compared with similar cases.

Associated Press Herald-Star Washington Taft William Montgomery Pittsburg Ft . Allegheny National Bank of

Chambers named third arbitrator in wage dispute

William L. Chambers of Washington a former Chief Justice of the International court at Samoa and former member of the Spanish treaty claims commission was chosen as the third arbitrator in the wage dispute between eastern railroads and their firemen. W. W. Atterbury of the Pennsylvania railroad and Albert Phillips, vice president of the firemen's organization, are the other two arbitrators.

Associated Press Herald-Star Washington William L. Chambers International Court Samoa Spanish Treaty Claims Commission W. W. Atterbury Pennsylvania Railroad Albert Phillips Firemen

Mexican battle near border leaves four dead soldiers

Douglas Ariz March 3 Four dead Mexican soldiers and an unknown number of wounded were moved to Agua Prieta from the border point five miles from town after yesterday’s clash between two troops of the Ninth U S Cavalry and Mexican regulars. Over 2 000 shots were exchanged with similar Mexican fire. No Americans were hit. Col Guilfoyle, commanding the Ninth Cavalry, said further trouble was not anticipated.

Associated Press Herald-Star Douglas Ariz Agua Prieta Ninth U. S. Cavalry Col. Guilfoyle Nimh

Senators push through late wartime labor and appointments

Washion March 3. Both houses met Sunday rushing through final business. Senate executive session approved more Taft era appointments to army navy and allied services. The Burton bill to abolish involuntary servitude of seamen and improve merchant ship labor conditions passed 41 to 20 after six hours of debate with amendments.

Washion Congress Senate Army Navy Allied Services House

Ohio Suffrage Delegation Arrives in Washington Event

The Ohio headquarters at the New Varnum Hotel opened with a banner announcing suffragette parades. Early arrivals include F. Loftus, J. Beatty, A. G. Brown, O. Haskins, E. A. Moore, Brumbaugh, and others from Steubenville, Wapakoneta, Youngstown, Warren, and Columbus. Ohio women expected large turnout for the Washington parade and vocational sections. Mrs. Taylor Up ton, Ohio Women’s Suffrage Association president, says Ohio will be well represented and forecasts many Ohio women in Washington.

Washington Ohio Varnum Hotel F. Loftus Steubenville J. W. Beatty A. G. Brown O. Haskins United States Wapakoneta E. A. Moore Demstatic Brumbaugh Herbian Cellarius Cotumabhs Martin Dunn P. J. Hogan Richard Will Ams Youngstown Horace Holbrook Warren William Shafer Paulding

Realty Transfers Across Warren and Smithfield Townships

Real estate transfers involve Thomas V. Moore et al to Dohrman J. Sinclair for 14 acres in Warren County valued at 38,860.66 dollars. Mary B. Moore et al transfer to Dohrman J. Sinclair in 83 404 square feet valued at 1,000 dollars. Josef Heiter transfers to George A. Bell Roadway in Smithfield township for 150 dollars. Joseph Kompa and wife convey to Joseph Safski et al for 25 acres in Smithfield township valued at 1,350 dollars. William A. Smurtheaite transfers to Harry Reezzman for lots 19 and 20 in Steubenville City valued at 1,060 dollars. Charles W. H. Peterson transfers to Harry

Thomas V. Moore Dohran J. Sinclair Warren Mary BE. Moore Dohrman J. Sinclair Josef. Heiter George A. Bell Smithfield Joseph Kompa Josep’ Safskir William A. Smurtheaite Harry ‘Reezman Steub Hediv Elty Cherles W. H. Peterson Harry

Jefferson County Land Transfers in 1900s Subdivisions

A rough list of property transfers in Jefferson County includes numerous parcels in Wells and Saline townships, Pleasant Heights and Robertson's additions in Toronto, with prices from $1.00 to $7,601. The period records show many transfers, including lot 275 La Belle View and several 60 acre parcels, with buyers such as Hender, Me Walker, Cruset, Merryman, and others.

Weeethan Steub. C M. Ht H. Evans Samuel J. Hender Salem Township Mary E. Jefiries Eleanor J. Me Walker Stemmety John Ics Cruset Allen’s Secor Bergholz Frank Murphy Mary M Heriff Jefferson County Bure W. Lewis Wells Arry W. Morrow Talierh. Stock Metes Island Creek Ebbel E. Graham William Rabam Robertson Toronto A. McKelvy Eleahior A. Merryman Smithfield A. Mace H Jackson Hugh A. Patterson Pleasant Heights City Sherif Jeff. Co Zadok Bur- Gaeres Wells Township la Belle View Land Co Hermanier la Belle View E View Land Floto Wime Corkhill Joseph Wies Springfield Township Elizabeth Morrison

Court actions intertwine kinship, liens, and receiverships

Court actions span estates and trusts with kinship questions in dispute. Law firms Alban Merryman and others represent several suits including a $13 mechanic lien claim and an attachment for $1919.66 against Harris Lamber Co. Various attorneys, including Huston, Williams, and Buckeye Tumbler Go., appear in cases from injunctions to receivership claims.

R. N. Merryman Admr Ella Bucey Campbell T. Bucey Mansfield’ & Merryman Louisa Freskit Glen Run Coal Co J. M. Alban Edward Mc Lister Alban & Morrow Harris Lamber Co James Waggoner Jones & Belkano Doubleday-Hill Elec. Co Tri- State Ry. Co Huston & Williams Josephine Omotoka Metroropol Jude Ament N. D. Miller J. T Huston

Suffering Suffragists Marched as Troops Guarded Parade

Washington events on March 4 exposed police failures as suffragists faced a hostile crowd on Pennsylvania Avenue. Cavalry from Fort Myer had to clear paths for the marchers, with many injured or exhausted. Helen Keller appeared distressed after the Continetal Hall gathering where calls pressed on President-elect Wilson to assume responsibility. Rosalie Jones and her hikers also faced mob violence during entry, signaling a national demand for improved protection.

Pennsylvania Peace Monument White House Hreaputas Inez Petticoat Cavalry Mrs. Taft Helen Taft Washington Wington Wilson Helen Keller Continental Hall Rosalie Jones Pennsylvania Avenue

Cox Leaders Seek Early Adjournment to Block Unpopular Laws

Columbus March 3 Despite Gov Cox tight control of the Legislature fears arise that administration officials want an early adjournment from March 21 to April 1 to prevent new laws and secure his program. Democrats and Republicans push to curb faithless public servants by resisting appointments and seeking removal measures.

Columbus Cox Spechieg Marnal En Sion Cos Nieal Commission Uy W Vhey Tope Cuisulér Ihey

New Grange Organizes at White's School House

Actow Grange formed near Fernwood Q on last Tuesday evening with Deputy E J Gilkinson presiding. Forty new charter members joined Tolby-demit to forge a strong Grange as officers were elected including Master James S Thompson Overseer F E Rowse Secretary John J Kirk Steward FB Mccaultough Assistant seen Walter Rowse Captain D Long Treasurer Harry Holmes Cectebery Jim H Kirk Gage keeper Charles Gault Ceres Elsie Kirby-Poona Ella Dann Flora Kate Lows Lady assistant steward Méligsey Rotreire. Next meeting slated for Marely 6th 613 They named fit Pleasant View afange.

Actow Grange White's School House Fernwood E. J. Gilkinson Tolby — Demit Snought Mast ‘Er James S. Thompson F. E. Rowse John J. Kirk Mccaultough Walter Rowse Chaptain D. Long Harry Holmes Cectebery Jim H. Kirk Charles Gault Ceres Elsie Kirby-Poona Ella Dann Flora Kate Lows Ady Méligsay Rotreie Fit Pleasant View Afange

Bethel Benefit Raises Funds With Community Singing

Samuel Parviance led a Bethel event on Friday evening at Flopedale union services. The benefit collected about $40.00 after an interview was presented at Bethel Time, supporting local efforts amid several chiltern fears.

Bethel Samuel’ Parviance

Italian youths held on affidavits after reported incident

Discharged and Poe Italians arrested on affidavits tied to a reported incident near Squire Campbell's court, with outgrowth on Kikeover street. The girl involved is alleged to be over 16 years old and the case proceeds with div charged status.

Squire Campbell Cour San Kikeover Street

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