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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1906
Page
2
A Paris note suggests a mild May Day fizz with a red coat and bombast from Dewey supporters. Elijah may prevail if health and strength hold, while the political scene cools as the sun rises. No major action by politicians is evident at present.
Elmer Dover grows rich in New York, crediting Washington training as greatly beneficial. Senator Tick’s speech on railroad rates is noted, with speculation on support for the President’s position and a possible letter from him due to a tired voice.
The cans have won great honor in athletics in Athens, the home of the Olympian games. Those old Greeks will turn over in their graves if our people dim the dustre of their ancient prowess.
Hobson and Hoch, two nationally known figures, have secured major political victories. Observers warn the wins encourage a trend that worsens the balance between public service and personal gain.
A late State Convention in Ohio could be undesirable, but holding it in August in any city would be worse. Columbus should host the event, though it will be extremely hot. Delegates will seek a date that ensures comfort and ease.
The czarist cabinet loses its trusted premier Witte after a concerted effort by factions to force his downfall. The move may shift Russian politics, with the future outcome uncertain. In France May Day passes without overthrow as the Republic gains steadier footing, while Kentucky bans Uncle Tom performances citing local sensitivities to dialogue. Southerners are praised yet unusually sensitive on certain topics.
John Phillipson indicted for burglary had a motion for a new trial overruled and was sentenced to two years in the penitentiary for breaking open a trunk at the C. and P depot and stealing the contents. Eva Glessner vs Kenneth Crumline damages case settled with costs paid. Conductor Injured. Craig Polen, Panhandle freight conductor, suffered a broken arm and shoulder after an air hose burst in the Bowerston tunnel, throwing him against the caboose as the engine pulled out a draw bar. He received treatment in Deniken and may not resume his run.
Edward Nalen of Ross Street spends a week with friends and responds at Belalire setting.
Mrs Colton died suddenly from heart failure at 8 am Thursday at her daughter s home 324 Slack Street aged 67 She was born Fray in Baltimore and lived here forty years Survived by daughters Ella Shipman ALS Baker Paul Bougher Mrs Harry Hardy and Robert Colton a brother N P Fray and a Jensenville sibling She was active in the M and E church and devoted to family
George Simpson a well known colored man died at his home 916 Sixth avenue on Thursday at 5 45 am after being confined to his room since February with a complication of ailments. He was 74 and born in Hampshire county Virginia his wife Mary Payne survives with two sisters and one brother. He lived here about forty years and followed carting. He was a member of G U C C F Quinn A M E church and a respected industrious citizen and Christian man.
Mrs. Pierce of Yorkville in this county died Wednesday morning from tuberculosis after a lingering illness. Survived by her husband James Pierce and several children. She was highly respected. Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at two at Tiltonville cemetery.
Multiple probate actions appointing executors and administrators for estates in Jefferson County Ohio with bonds and inventories, plus a sheriff sale notice for real estate in Saline and Steubenville areas including three coal tracts and related property. Foreclosure granted with appraisals and terms cash. Sale scheduled June 4 at the courthouse.
John Oliver, a noted farmer from three miles out on Lishen road, reports heavy hog losses in town this morning. A throat disease, possibly tuberculosis, is blamed by a veterinarian for affecting brown swine and pigs across the vicinity. East Liverpool Review.
Alexander Able and Carrie Conroy of Youngs along with Edward J Pease and Edna May Eegers of Steubenville were issued marriage licenses. The notice records the couples and their residences.
A compiled list shows pairs from Steubenville Mingo Junction Brilliant Dillonvale and Toronto planning or completing marriages including Wm D Downer with Grace Fla herty Ed ward J Delaney with Annie Lucas Frank G Millican with Bertha Jami son Wm Fontaine with Julia Leelercy feo Lawson with Melvina Cavitt and others across Steubenville Toronto Brilliant Mingo Junction Freeman Dillonvale.
In the case of H J Welday guardian of Benj Vaughn versus George A Vaughn et al the distribution amounts are listed for several claimants. Chas B Lawton versus F L Head et al sets premises. Irondale Coil Co and Iron dale Mining Co barred from claims. Samuel P Madison and George E Boone related sums noted. George E Boone versus Cora Boone grants divorce on adultery. custody to father with visitation limited to once weekly. A lost brooch pin with thirty three pearls advertised for reward. Wanted local canvassing agents for history book with 50 percent commission. outfit 10 cents, fieldwork expected to yield $5-$10 daily.
J Q A Fowler of Steubenville is spending a few days with friends in East Liverpool during a short visit.
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