Helena Plans Forest Park on Mount Helena Slopes
Helena Montana moves to transform Mount Helena slopes into a forest park with planned reforestation. The project aims for a true forest, leveraging government forest service cooperation for expert planting and annual maintenance to educate and benefit Steubenville residents while creating revenue from timber without harming the park.
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Helena
Montana
Herald-Star
Steubenville
Mount Helena
Gardner
Europe
Hte Hhefenal Improvement Society
Government Forest Service
Ireland Pursues Independent Path as Russia Threatens
Ireland signals a move toward greater sovereignty amid rising security concerns as Russia pressures European neighbors. The stance echoes broader regional debates over defense, diplomacy, and NATO alignment with officials urging caution and unity.
Justice Gaynor Roasts Rockefeller Amid Insurance Bills
Justice Gaynor of New York delivers a sharp rebuke to Rockefeller while noting fourteen insurance bills introduced in the Ohio Legislature, signaling potential regulation changes. The remarks frame ongoing political friction as lawmakers push for tighter oversight.
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Justice Gaynor
New York
Rockefeller
Bocky
Ohio
Pennsylvania Judge Rules Dog Memorial Prohibited in Cemetery
A Pennsylvania judge rules that a monument to a dog or other animal cannot be erected in a cemetery, establishing a practical precedent.
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Pennsylvania
Kaiser's aides deflect as Chinese officials urge calm
In a terse exchange, Kaiser's representatives insist the terms do not reflect aggression while Chinese officials stress that stability and peace are paramount. The comments suggest diplomatic messaging aimed at reassuring observers amid rising tensions.
Parliament Salaries Debate Sparks Political Upheaval
The piece notes England's political upheaval may lead to salaries for Members of Parliament, enabling access to office. It also reports the Agricultural Department chemist warning that cranberries contain benzoic acid that could shorten life, though growers dispute harm from small consumption.
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England
Agricultural Department
Cntrary
Novel Phase in State Evidence Immunity Seen
A traditional pattern of state evidence with immunity arising from a crime involving co defendants is challenged by a new development. The description signals a novel phase where immunity and testimony may apply beyond the typical joint participation scenario.
Cleveland at leisure as Mayor Johnson smokes on Sunday
In a quiet Sunday scene, Cleveland’s mayor Johnson is seen seated and smoking, city life proceeding around him as residents enjoy a rare tranquil weekend moment.
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Cleveland
Johnson
Congo Reports Mirror China Contradictions
Reports from the Congo country are as contradictory as those from China, reflecting unclear conditions and divergent statements amid international coverage and local reporting.
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Congo
China
Grafters Investigation Opens Fresh Field for Probe
After a long lull, the Cincinnati committee resumes scrutiny of graft allegations, signaling a renewed push to uncover misconduct and pursue accountability. The move raises expectations for new findings and potential reforms.
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Cincinnati
Patterson's Shift to Socialism Sparks Local Debate
Chicago man Mr Patterson embraced socialism alleging government graft. The remark likens a woman's death by suicide after a lover deserts her to the perceived moral failings of government officials.
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MR. Patterson
Chicago
Congressman Burton On Public Graft And Citizens Blame
The article quotes Congressman Burton stating that the people bear much responsibility for graft in public officials who reflect the wishes of the public. He argues there is truth to this view and suggests voter accountability influences corruption.
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Burton
Treasury statement shows population 84,194,000 and per capita 0.75
A Treasury release lists 84,194,000 residents and total 1,671,392.08 in circulation. It calculates a per capita figure of 0.75, urging readers to check if they have their share.
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United States Treasury
Ciro Nation
Wheeling’s Grand Hills Suffer Severe Storm Damage
The Wheeling Register notes Wheeling took heavy damage from recent storms with wind and rain surpassing neighboring areas. It attributes the greater toll to the town’s hilly terrain and the clinging to its “grand old hills” that invite tornado related wreckage.
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Wheeling
Wheeling Register
Tillman rises in Senate after years of contempt
Wheeling News noting the shift in Senator Tillman from widely held contempt to strong Senate support, as Republicans assign him the Hepburn rate bill reporting duties from committee to the full Senate, reflecting a dramatic change in his political standing.
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United States
Tillman
United States Senate
Wheeling News
Niagara Falls Preservation Reckoning Amid Finance Drive
A call warns that legislative bodies have not acted to protect Niagara Falls and may already be ruined if capitalists and promoters with franchises build plants. The river could be diverted into underground channels, leaving the mighty cascades dry and bald. The text laments that this has been given away.
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Niagara Falls
Niagara River
Lorain Water Filtration System Urges Health Boost
Lorain Ohio claims a new filtration pant removes nearly all organic matter from the water supply and nearly ends typhoid fever. The iron coagulant system pumps water into tanks with sulphur brimstone gases steat and iron, then into sedimentation and four feet of West sourced sand filters.
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Lorain
Ohio
Miss Ida Tarbell Rejects Woman Suffrage
Celebrated historian Miss Ida Tarbell opposes women’s suffrage while affirming women’s essential role as a moral and political background free from partisan enlistment. She argues women may vote only if insistence grows, but their influence without ballots remains significant.
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Ida Tarfell
Woman Suffrage Argument Opposes Nonpartisan Duty
A political discussion asserts that women hold immense influence over voters and that if women think and speak rightly elections align with true needs. The speaker argues against woman suffrage to protect what he sees as women's strongest weapon, their nonpartisanship.
Senator Dolliver Cites Babylonian Carrier Laws
Senator Dolliver notes that ancient Babylonian regulations on common carriers illustrate a timeless legal theme. He argues old texts inform modern transportation policy debates and regulatory approaches.
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the Sun
Dolliver
Panama Canal spat entertains more than informs
The clash between Mr. Cromwell of the Panama Canal Commission and Senator Morgan provides colorful, but scant substantive detail. The exchange underscores political theater rather than policy insight, leaving readers with amusement but little clarity on issues.
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Mr. Cromwell
Panama Canal Commission
Senator Morgan
Joseph Ramsey Promises New Lorain to Ohio River Rail Line
Joseph Ramsey plans a significant role in Ohio railroad circles with a new line from Lorain to the Ohio River. The project aims to boost regional transport and economic activity along the route.
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Joseph Ramsey
Ohio Railroad
Lorain
Ohio River
Ohio State seeks $220,000 for electric building
The Ohio State University at Columbus is seeking 220000 dollars for an electrical building. If the university administration does not receive this amount they are prepared to request it anyway.
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Ohio State University At Columbus
Local Notes From Mt Moriah Area Sunday March Four
Church minister Stev Bebb preached on Sunday March 4 morning and evening. Several residents show health changes and travel plans. Will McGrail family moves to Mt Gilead. Oxcar Ralston returns from Pennsylvania for vacation. Locals call on Grace Henderson. new house near completion by contractor D M Merryman.
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Stev
Bebb
Grace Henderson
Will McGrail
Sarah
Mt. Gilead
Oxcar Ralston
Pennsylvania
Lena
Grace Milla
Orville Cox
J. C. Bell
Wheeling and
Martin’s Ferry
Henderson Parks
D. M. Merryman
Bloomfield
W.W. A. Bell
Sam Bell
Rose Mount
Cc. P. Merryman
Will Carr
Smithfield
Crawford Verhees
Harden County
Kinsey Cole
Local Social Notes From Washington and Nearby Towns
James Reeves Tiltonville returns home after a brief visit with his daughter Mrs Abel Armitage. Mrs William Fray of Steubenville comes home Monday evening. Matthew Armitage and Gracie of Rush Run visit relatives Sunday. Emma Clair of Follansbee W Va visits an old friend Sunday. Medill of Steubenville in town. Wilsworth Williams to move to Hoge farm soon. Conaway leaves Sunday for Chillicothe Ohio for pottery work. Welcome Temple. Golden Eagle Ladies foresee one initiation candidate next meeting. Peter Lance, a prominent local, will be married on Wednesday. Mrs A Armitage shops in Wheeling Monday.
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Tiltonville
James Reeves
Washington
Abel Armitage
William Fray
Steubenville
Matthew Armitage
Gracie
Rush Run
Emma Clair
Follansbee
Hoge Farm
Joseph Conaway
Chillicothe
Ohio
Welcome Temple
Ladies of the Golden Eagle
Peter Lance
A. Armitage
Wheeling
Pine Grove Notices of Visiting and Funerals
Mrs J L Billman visits son A L Billman in Provo. A W Wiles and family and Mr and Mrs E P Wallace plan spring farm moves. Mrs D W Call and John and Blaine Lowry travel to Smithfield for the funeral of relative W F Carr. Funeral held Sunday. Mrs Anna Russell former Pine Grove resident funeral Tuesday. interment at nearby cemetery.
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J. L. Billman
A. L. Billman
Provo
A. W. Wiles
E P. Wallace
D. W. Call
John and
Blaine Lowry
Smithfield
W. F. Carr
Anna Russell
Pine Grove
Local notices end and prizes awarded at Bloomfield Institute
Mrs James Denney visits niece in Steubenville while cadis area mourns Guthrie death. J W Lucas recovering after stomach cancer operation at Wheeling Hospital. Blanche Baker and Perry return from Massillon where Perry ill with pneumonia. Mrs Wa Arnold visits Cadis Junction, Mrs Will Donaldson with Steubenville ill, Jesse Rarekover on Dennison trip. Prizes awarded at Bloomfield Farmers Institute for batter corn potatoes bread. Frasers orchestra plays to large crowd.
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Blanche Baker
Perry
Massilion
Wa. Arnold
Cadis Junction
Carmody
Will Donaldson
W. Beckett
Steubenville
Jesse Rarekover
Dennison
Hobson
Chester
Rev. Winters
Tippecanoe
Shober
Canton
Julia Pyson
Farmers’ Institute
Bloomfield
Ist
Fanny Gilkinson
Edward
Cadiz Man Killed Struck by Flying Timber Limb
Fred Henry age 16, son of Eb Henry, was killed today while helping his father cut timber. A flying limb struck him during the work in Cadiz.
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Cadiz
Fred Henry
Eb Henry
Eut
Richmon d Notes Illness and Local Happenings
Our Country Correspondence from Richmond reports residents facing illnesses such as inflammatory rheumatism and heart trouble. Local events include home exchanges, visits, shopping, and entertainment plans, with social gatherings and a school class surprise for Samuel Kane.
Local Notables Attend Meetings and Travels
T Aiken of Tiltonville and Chag Green of Warren Ridge attend a quarterly meeting here Saturday. Charles Green and wife go to Wellsburg for the funeral of his brother in law Fra der EB. OW of Wellsburg visits his father George W. Bone. C S Melloct of Rawland dines with Squire Peck. William Harrison and family move to Hugh Cusick of Tiltonvalle. T J Stringer of Rayland and Squire D Peck of Rush Run journey to Cleveland for the Valley of Cleveland 32d degree Masonry. J Myers of Cleveland, an attorney, meets with Squick Peck. Mrs A J Linn returns to Brilliant from visiting relatives. Dr Dugal of Brilliant visits Tuesday to see Mrs Harry Dunn who has a fine son. Both are progressing well.
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T. Aiken
Tiltonville
Chag, Green
Warren Ridge
Charles Green
Wellsburg
Fra‘der
George W. Bone
Melloct
Rawland
Squire Peck
William Har
Brilliant
Dr. Dugal
Brillant
Harry Dunn
Revival Services Led by Rev H M Rader in Wanaver
Local notes record Rev H M Rader conducting revival meetings in Wanaver with other community updates. Guests include Mr and Mrs R Walker of Harrisville visiting daughter Mrs J Boals. Birth announced for Henry and wife March Tihs daughter. Various residents visit relatives and relocate within the area.
Mosey Williams Wedding In Spondale Town
In Spondale on February 28 Mr Thomas Mosey and Miss Lydia Williams wed at the bride’s home in a ceremony led by Rev B Peck. Guests later attended a luncheon. Epworth League held a well attended social at the parsonage and an excellent musical program.
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Smithfield
Amsterdam Local Notes and Events
Miss Lotha Carman studies music in Bergholz and will attend a Bay singer box social Saturday night March 16 to raise funds for a school library. Miss Nina Cattell remains ill. Bergholz youths visited Amsterdam Saturday. Presbyterian meeting starts Sunday at six. Lily Allen leaves for the west for a week or two. A dance occurred in Mullen’s hall March 1 with strong attendance. Herman Knox and Graft Lintz win an automobile race in front of Briar’s shoe store. Amsterdam schools paused due to one scarlet fever case. Charley Johnson of Bergholz visited town last Saturday. The show scheduled here did not arrive as billed.
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Amsterdam
Lotha Carman
Bergholz
Bay Singer’s Hall
Nina Cattell
Presbyterian
Mies Lily Allen
Mullen
Herman Knox
Graft Lintz Will
Briar
Charley Johnson
Smithfield Notes and Local Happenings
Smithfield reports J J Crisswell and family home from Florida and John Zink is seriously ill. Evangelistic services closed at the Presbyterian Church, and Rev Thornberry preached at Friends' Church. The Cleveland orchestra will perform at town hall, and demand for houses to rent grows. Prices: hay 9 to 11 per ton, corn 50 to 55 cents a bushel, eggs 20c a dozen, butter 25c, wheat 80c. Farmers protest horse import prices and urge local horse raising.
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Smithfield
J. J. Crisswell
Florida
John Zink
Presbyterian Church
Miss Crawford
Parnesville
Judkins
Rev. Thornberry
Friends’ Church
Rev. Ashby
Mrs
Bloomfield Property Sold and Regional Social Notes
Bloomfield property on Mainstreet sold to Frank A. Boyd for 900 dollars. Scio residents return from visits to Bloomfield and other local towns. Lina Vermillion wed James S. Mansfield in California with Wayne township ties. Local notices cover illnesses, farming talks, moving families, and a Bates Hoyle wedding near Smithfield with a small gathering.
Pravo T. E. George Undergoes Appendicitis Surgery
Pravo T. E. George was operated on in Cleveland on Tuesday morning at 6 o clock for appendicitis and is getting along nicely. Miss Mary Russell closed a successful term of a school here on Friday and gave an entertainment in the evening to the interest and pleasure of all patrons and visitors. Pra vo's improvised orchestra delighted the audience with fine music well performed. Mrs. Palmer with husband and family visited her father, Mrs. James Striker, last week. Mrs. Jermie Elliott MecBane of Bercholz visited her father's home, A. W. Elliott.
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T. E. George
Cleveland
Mary Russell
Pravo
Palmer
James Striker
Jermie Elliott
MecBane
Bercholz
A. W. Elliott
Local Transfers and Social Notes In Town and Nearby
R M Thompson sold his property to Frank A Boyd for 200 dollars. Mrs Flynn of Pittsburg, guest of Mrs George I Jewetl, attended the institute Saturday. Miss Anna Thompson of Jewett visited sister Mrs Will Lightell Saturday. Eugene Blackburn of Indianapolis, formerly Bloomingdale, married Mrs Maude Streizih in Bloomingdale Monday evening. Mrs Flora Blackburn and brother Lawson left to attend the wedding. Lina Vermillion, who left Bloomingdale for California, married James S Mansfield on the 21st. Mansfield, formerly Wayne township, has lived on the Pacific coast for years.
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Bloomfield
R. M. Thompson
Mainstreet
Frank A. Boyd
Celeste
Naomi Gotsehall
Scio
Ohio
Lucy
Jennie Harris
Turney
Jennie Shimer
David L. Miller
Cora Gotschall
Cadiz
PD. H. Welday
Farmers’ Institute
D. H. Hervey
Herald-Star
Lina Vermillion
Wayne Township
James S. Mansfield
California
Mansfield
S. L. Smith
Dorsey Fats
College
L. C. Eldredge
Methodist Episcopal Church
Will Lightell
T. W. Johnston
Haze? Dell
Minnie Hervey
Richmond
Ind
William Stone Dies at 81 in Cross Creek Church
FER NWOOD Feb 28 William Stone of real Cross Creek Church died Tuesday morning at 1 oclock He was 81 years of age Interment in Cross Creek cemetery He leaves a wife a daughter Mrs Eckfield of Pennison Ohio and two sons Edward and Jess at home Alfred McMarunis installed a new telephone Mrs J M Reyholes of Steubenville visits ill sister Mrs J E Gault Fred Stone returns from Steubenville for uncles death Mr Graham of Richmond moves to John Underwood farm April 1 Alvin Roe buys fine driving horse Mrs R L Maxwell and daughter Naoma visit James Maxwell at this writing William Cable and C W McCullough of near Toronto attend farmers institute at Pleenfeld G W Smith back after typhoid fever Howard Ekey buys a fine sleigh ADMINISTRATOR S NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has been duly appointed and qualified as Administrator of the estate of Will F Carr deceased late of Smithfield township Jefferson county Ohio Dated this 3rd day of March 1908 JOSEPH B FRANCIS SMOITHFIELD OH A C LEWIS Attorney mech-3tw
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Harper Reve
P. Arnold
Dr. Hammond
Mary Welday
B. L. Crew
Steubenville
W. P. Fryer
Morganza
J. P. Miller
Beaver
J. P. McLean
Toronto
B. Frank ‘Thompson
Doras
Reno Sprague
Akron
Ohio
W. J. Ford
Samuel Kane
U. P. Church
Kane
Tillie Hartup
Richmond
Scott
Our Stage
Rev
J. T. Scott
A Springs
J. E. Gault
Fred Stone
Mr. Graham
John Underwood
Alvin Roe
R. L. Maxwell
Naoma
Stargreen
James Maxwell
William Cable
C. W. McCullough
J. 8. Thompson
Farmers’ Institute
Pleenfeld
G. W. Smith
Howard Ekey
APD
Will F. Carr
Smithfield Township
Jefferson Couity
Joseph B. Francis
Smoithfield
Notice of Appointment as Assignee in Trust
The undersigned has been duly appointed and qualified as Assignee in trust for the benefit of creditors of M. Deitrich Leas of Jefferson county Ohio. Creditors must present their claims duly authenticated to the undersigned for allowance. Dated March 1 1906 Carl H. Smitil E. E. Erskine meh?-3tw
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M. Deitrich Leas
Jefferson County
Ohio
Carl H. Smitil
Sheriff’s Sale Of Real Estate In Jefferson County Ohio
Public auction set for April 9 1906 at 1 pm at the Steubenville Court House front door to sell the southwest part of the southwest quarter of Section 26 Township 7 Range 2 Island Creek Ohio containing about 3 acres appraised at 906 dollars. Sale cash on day. DD F Worthe Sheriff attorney for plaintiff.
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Court of Common Pleas of
Jefferson County
Ohio
Sarah Moser
William Allen
Charles Allen
James Allen
George Allen
Margaret Allen
the Common Pleas Court of
O. Temo
Steubenville
County of
Jefferson
State of
Island Creek
Two Ridge
James Porter
David Gladden
Salem Road
F. Worhes
Insurance Statement Ohio certifies Richmond Farmers Mutual Fire insured
State official in Columbus certifies Richmond Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Company is duly organized authorized to issue fire and windstorm coverage in Ohio. The statement shows certificates in force policy numbers assets liabilities and income and expenditures for year ending December 31 prior year while noting authority until March 1 1966 and includes officer seal and signature of A I Vorys Superintendent of Insurance.
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State of Ohio
Insurance Department
Columbus
A. N. Yorys
State of
Ohio
Richmond Farmers’ Mutual Fire Insurance Company
Richmond
GIAO
Midicn
Venga
Will F. Carr obituary leaves Smithfield community mourners
Will F. Carr dies after typhoid pneumonia at 63. Born April 25, 1861, at the fort, he lived there his life, taught school, farmed, and for years worked as a surveyor. He married Lula A. Kitheart in 1887, then Elizabeth Lowry Andrews in 1895, leaving two daughters Myra and Elma, plus Mabel and Harold Joel. Funeral at Mr. P. Church drew a large crowd with poets and a male quartet honoring his devout Methodist faith.
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Will F. Carr
Jie
Joel H
Amanda Carr
Emma Brown
Columbus
Ohio
Methodist Protestant Church
Lula A
Joseph A
Martha Kitheart
Myra
Elma
Elizabeth Lowry Andrews
Mabel
Harold Joel
Smithfield
Co. P. Aller
Grimes
Bowman
Dillonyvale
Aller
John Weldar
Wesley Naylor
George Bickerstaff
Charles Wood
Rock of Ages
Jesus
Jefferson County Agricultural Society
A. I. Sutherland
J. F. Masters
Will Reynard
Will Garrettson
John L. Barkhurst
Will Cole
Joseph Chambers
F. M. Riegle
T. W. Purviance
H. Smyers
Spiritual Thoughts by Fred W Polen
Poem reflecting on life and morality urging thoughts of heaven and God. Compares Satan's worldly path to the Saviors narrow path and frames life as a college course preparing for death. Ends with the author’s attribution.
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Fred W. Polen
Surprise thanks from Stn inst Sunday class raid
A Sunday school class visited a quiet home on Tuesday evening bringing a teacher a new Bible as a surprise gift. The host, S. J. Kane, writes of a warm, memorable reception and heartfelt thanks. Mrs Kane notes her foreknowledge but keeps silent to protect the occasion.
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Stn
S. J. Kane
P. S
Executor's Notice of Appointment for Fliea A Lewis
The undersigned has been duly appointed and qualified as Executor of the will of Fliea A Lewis, deceased, of Smithfield township, Jefferson County, Ohio. Dated February 2, 1s. Addison C Lewis, Steubenville, Ohio.
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Ferguson
Charles Fleming
Adena
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Inez Maxwell
Massillon
Rev. Cook
G. W. Lucas
West Virginia
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Water Street
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Joseph
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Thornburg
Iowa
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E. E. Erskine
Plaintiff
A. I. Vorys
Mohd-Liw
Satan
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Steutenville
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