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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1913
Page
3
Prepared by the State School Commissioner the questions cover arithmetic, measurement, profit, rent, gas and liquids, and geography for elementary certificates. The document includes a penmanship specimen and a quotation, reflecting exam content and transcription from the county teacher examination held April 5.
This brief essay surveys Herbert Spencer life and works, highlighting his influence on liberal education, science minded curricula, and self directed learning. It notes his emphasis on harmony between belief and evidence and the use of systematic inquiry as basis for schooling. It also outlines enduring educational principles attributed to Spencer and their impact on many institutions.
This student-friendly guide covers soil constituents and dry farming, defines osmosis in relation to plant uptake, and suggests community crop rotation. It explains acclimatization in agriculture, encourages home gardening with a practical plot plan, lists Ohio legumes, and notes earthworms’ soil benefits. It also covers weed eradication, pruning purposes, corn origin and types, farm home improvements, and common farm and garden weeds.
Questions cover George Rogers Clark and Ohio. Articles of Confederation authors, ratification date. Hamilton Jefferson policy conflicts. Alien and Sedition Acts dates and purpose. Aaron Burr treason guilt and death details. current U S Vice President salary and Secretary of State. Panama Canal decision era and chief engineer. Bland Allison Act of 1878.
A study prompt listing questions on approximate latitudes and longitudes for New York Columbus Chicago Nash ville Atlanta and Denver. It asks which crops dominate Ohio regions and notes major beet sugar states and European beet sugar locations. It also inquires about trade between the United States and the West Indies and which southern states are leading cotton producers and their sources.
Epithelial cells form the outer layer of skin and lines internal surfaces. The skin is attached to underlying tissues by connective fibers, membranes, and muscles, with the dermis anchoring to subcutaneous tissue and bones via fibers and fascia.
A set of eight classroom prompts on literature selections. Includes naming series of school readers, poetry and prose choices, definitions of literary critics, notes on Sir Launfal, brief quotes from classic poems, current literary publications, study questions for Evangeline, and a Shakespeare preference with an interesting scene.
Tense definitions include relative and absolute tenses. Sentences analyze past actions, perfect tenses, and navigation of verbs. Exercises cover pronouns, be conjugation, adjective pronouns, plurals, grammar terms, and sentence diagramming.
A compact vocabulary exercise covering synonyms and definitions for common terms, plus orthoepy and orthographic concepts. It includes pronunciation guidance and spelling practice for a diverse list of words.
A compact list of agricultural education questions covering soil and subsoil origins weathering rock classes nitrogen sources plant diseases grafting wax formula and conservation. Includes youth farming as a career field crop classification and benefits of birds to agriculture with recommendations for country life organizations and value of soil science education.
A preliminary injunction issued in Common Pleas court restrains three printing companies from printing or distributing postcard likenesses of SL Heeter, Pittsburgh school official, and Eshel Fisher, former household domestic servant, after Heeter’s recent acquittal on serious charges. The court also orders turnover of all printing plates and cards bearing the contested images.
Former Secretary of State Richard Olney told the American Society of International Law that the United States, as canal owner, may set terms as it pleases. He argued neutrality applies to users, not to the United States, and that "all nations" do not necessarily include the United States in canal terms.
In Washington on April 28 Representative Sisson of Mississippi urged war over California alien land legislation. He argued no resident alien should own land in the United States and warned Japan against pressuring the U.S. with threats. He contended alien landholding would menace American farmers and pledged to defend soil ownership to the last drop of blood. Applause interrupted his address.
Ohio State Auditor A V Donahey announced plans to appeal to voters via initiative and referendum over handling of state funds. He claims hundreds of thousands are deposited in banks without state access and proposes all money be deposited with the state treasury to gain better interest and clearer accounts.
Washington on April 26 reports that administration leaders propose placing Democratic applicants in top consular service positions barred by civil service rules. The plan would require men already in the consular service to fill these desirable posts, reshaping eligibility under the titles system.
The proposal targets about ten higher paid consuls affected by a merit based reappointment shakeup. President Wilson and Secretary Bryan reportedly approve. Ohio figures like Lina Rodgers and Sloane Orden are named among potential changes, with salaries noted and opposition from incumbents who never sat an exam. The plan aims to remove non examinable appointments and speed passage through Congress.
Pittsburg April 24 final search of the Cincinnati mine of the Pittsburg coal company found that all the dead six men had been removed. An official inquiry will begin with James E. Roderick chief of the state bureau of mine inspection leading four district inspectors through the workings. Three mining engineers will be named to conduct independent investigations and file separate reports.
Gov Hatfield and UMWA officers visited Paint and Cabin Creek districts where a yearlong coal strike persists urging miners to return to work under terms agreed by operators and miners and endorsed by the governor. Militia withdrawal expected once conditions stabilize.
President Wilson told callers the Great Britain dispute over coastwise shipping tolls through the Panama Canal is a very debatable matter. He declined to reveal any fixed position, suggesting he would be ready with a definite view at the necessary time. Advisers broadly think he opposes the exemption as a subsidy.
Associated Press dispatch from Washington notes political developments in China reduce chances of immediate U S recognition of the new republic. Officials say there is no danger of further complicating the situation at Pekin as the five powers’ conference ends and friction grows between Yuan Shikai’s cabinet and the radical party in the assembly.
AP dispatch from Washington reports Representative Hull of Tennessee urging a tax system that targets those with substantial incomes while criticizing exemptions for the wealthy. He argues the present rates fail to justly distribute the burden and warns against sectional or segregating pleas to avoid taxes.
The Ohio General Assembly introduced a joint resolution presented by Representative Gilson of Jefferson County petitioning Congress to maintain the protective duty on pottery ware. It argues a past 20 to 30 percent duty reduction caused factory closures and hardship for Ohio pottery owners and workers, urging senators and representatives to vote against any reduction and to send a copy of the resolution to the Ohio delegation.
A string of filings includes Jasques v Jacques for divorce and child custody amid neglect accusations, Rovs Lowry v Lowey for divorce with alleged temper and neglect, and a final Adams Express Co. verdict of 2500 plus costs after driver William Brandon was killed in a Third and Washington street collision. Other suits involve land drainage damages from Short Creek flooding, injunctions to remove railroad slag, and church real estate dealings, with various attorneys named.
The Wheeling and Lake Erie main line to Cleveland is expected to open today. The Boliver washout till is nearly finished and will permit trains to pass. Once a tie track is completed through this section, regular schedules will be tested and detours discontinued.
A charter issued in West Virginia authorizes the Jefferson Tamber company of Wellsburg to deal in timber. Capital stock set at 600. Incorporators listed as A Bart and M Bart of Wellsburg, A L Irwing Irwin of Wheeling, and Victor tebrom of Steubenville Ohio.
The Semi Centennial Commission of West Virginia awarded prizes for the best song and music for the Wheeling jubilee. The song went to S. E. B. Kiser of the Chicago Record-Herald and the music to S. Innes of Chicago. Each winner received a prize of 500 dollars from over three hundred contestants.
Thomas B. Sullivan age 22 and Mary Brady age 18 of Steuberville listed for marriage. Jamie Lowaller 34 and Mrs. Mary Lane 34 of Aste family noted. Frank Devere 7 from Steubenville and Wary Hake 2 from Bloomingdale also listed in marriage license notices.
One agricultural extension school may be held in each county this year opening in Mancaye and closing in Fray. To secure a school application contact A B Graham at the College of Nevada Columbus Ohio. Hour Inquest covers the death of Jas Mo Heat who fell from a derrick at the pay or wil gad, crushing his ride in, death likely linked to a Phares spell.
John A. Kitteart was reappointed by cotyt as a member of the Soldiers' Relief Commission for a team of three years.
The court settled the case of Lanbert Friedl as administrator of Simic versus La Belle Iren Works. Details indicate a formal agreement was reached resolving all claims and dismissing pending actions. The parties and pursuing entities remain named, with no further court dates announced in the fragment.
In the matter of Annie Alunca versus John Kanea a court allowed alimony totaling fon. The decision sets ongoing support terms and outlines the financial arrangement between the former partners.
Cerny Mackow died at Mingo Junction on April 2 aged 22. Charles Ott of Bale, teacher in Ceshocton county, faces a 810,009 breach of promise suit from Miss Ethel Richardson of Baltic. She says marriage plans began January 1 and July with a wedding set for Easter Sunday 1912. she claims buying clothing and reliance, while Ott refused to finalize the union.
Judge Walter G. Shotwell of Catz retires from the Common Pleas bench after fourteen years. He is succeeded by former Probate Judge John B. Worley of Cadiz. Shotwell’s tenure, centered in New Philadelphia and Tuscara was county, valued for law knowledge, fairness, and conscientious decision making. His retirement prompts respect and anticipated future honors from friends.
Forest Carman aged 23 of Kendale and Clara B. Smith aged 17 of Dillonvale. George D. People aged 23 of Means and Bessie Dillon aged 19 of Amsterdam. Frank M. Walker aged 23 and Lonie K. Laurence aged 10 of Toronto.
Frank Rourke 63 of Salineville was killed instantly Wednesday at the Strabley mine when slate fell and crushed him. A longtime Salineville resident and miner, he is survived by his wife and two sons.
Springfield HL April 20 The Progressive party state conference affirmed loyalty to the initiative referendum and recall and to review of judicial decisions. It opposed any amalgamation with the Republican party, denouncing recent leadership as dishonest and unworthy of honoring Lincoln and the founders.
John A. Kitchart as assignee lists two tracts in Warren and Short Creek townships Jefferson County Ohio for public auction June 1913. First tract 812 square perches with dwelling and storage, appraised 425 dollars. second tract undivided half of 74 acres farm with dwelling, barn and coal seam, appraised 10 09 dollars. Terms cash.
Jane Jacques of No 1 Chorney New Road Bolton near Manchester England is notified that Jacques Ras filed for divorce and child custody on grounds of gross neglect and duty. The case M40 of the Common Pleas Court is set for return on or after June ith 198 JOHN JACQUES plaintiff.
A veteran recounts the Shiloh battlefield as it stands fifty one years after the clash. He recalls clear tracing of Denham Field, concedes regiments engaged, and notes monuments, park expansions, and graded roads linking Shiloh to Pittsburg Landing. Confederate veterans speak of transformed views after captivity, while General Basil W. Due, now 75, plans to attend the centennial. The piece ends with a pledge for arbitration and lasting peace.
Governor Tower approves the act creating county mothers pension systems administered by a five to seven member commission named by the governor. Trustees may aid abandoned mothers or widows unable to support their children at home, with monthly payments capped at two and four dollars per child, totaling $200,000 for the appropriation. The system, already operating in four states, begins in Pennsylvania.
Mrs O H P Belmont of New York, staying at a London hotel, tells the Associated Press she witnessed English militants pressuring for women’s suffrage. She reaffirms her stance against spending in England and notes the hotel stay was due to her daughter’s home in spring.
An unnamed observer notes Nichols of Montenegro as proving there remains red blood in the king set. The remark highlights traditional vitality and martial vigor within Montenegrin leadership and elite circles.
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