State Food Commissioner Targets Weights Violations in May
In Columbus May 18, the State Food Commissioner Strode vows to punish persistent violations of weights and measures laws. A Zanesville dealer faced arrest and fines after repeated warnings from local inspectors. Sealer Roney reports that Ovcar Morgan of the Zanesville Gas Company bought a peck of sweet potatoes, demanding twelve and a half pounds after weighing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Perry
Strode
Zanesville
Sealer
Roney
Muskingum County
Potatoes Short Weight Case Ends With Guilty Plea
The case against dealer Mr. Morgan concluded after he sold potatoes by weight and measure, with affidavits accusing short-weight pecks and half-peck measures. He pleaded guilty to both charges, paying fines of 10,000 dollars and costs in each case. State and local officials urged strict enforcement of weights and measures laws and urged the public to demand full legal weight on purchases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roney
Morgan
State Department
Law Noto
Albrecht
Zanesville
Schofield
Strode
Engineers for the International Congress of Navigation
Foreign engineers representing 30 governments begin arriving in the United States for the 12th International Congress of Navigation opening May 23 in Philadelphia. Delegations from Germany, France, Belgium, Holland, Russia, and others travel aboard liners like the Mauretania and Lorraine. Noted port expert Jo hann Fredrich Bubendey arrives, and Dr. Leo Sympher urges pre congress study of European waterways to aid comparisons with U S projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
United States
Johann Fredrich Bubendey
Hamburg
Bubendey
Congress
Berlin
Lloyd
Mauretania
Kroonland
Rotterdam
Holland
Frederick Wilhelm der Grosse
Europe
Leo Sympher
Sympher
Poland
Germany
Be Ready for Opportunity Inspiring Insight
A compact, era styled quote urges constant readiness for chance. It frames opportunity as a fish in life’s eddies, reachable where one stays prepared and vigilant, linking a classic Latin thought to proactive outlooks. The piece emphasizes preparedness as the key to catching opportunities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ovid
Mother Grax's Sweet Powders for Children ad
Mothers who value their children's welfare should keep a box of Mother Grax's Sweet Powders for Children for use during the season. They break up colds relieve feverishness constipation teething disorders headache and stomach troubles. Used by mothers for 22 years these powders never fail. Sold by all drug stores use. Don’t accept substitutes. Sample mailed freely. Address Allen S Ohnsted Le Roy New York.
Capacity of La Belle Mill to Double Reported from Pittsburg
Rumor says La Belle Iron Works in this city will double capacity at Steubenville plant with capital stock rising from 10 million to 20 million. Company offices deny knowledge of any action while market chatter persists about expansion and enlarged output across Wheeling and Steubenville plants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Belle Iron Works
Steubenville
Gazette Times
la Pelle Iron Works
Wheeling
W. Va
la Belle
la Belle Amills
Pool Contests End Triumph for Lodge Tournament Leaders
The third annual pool tournament by Stew Lodge No 1 is ending Monday night with a stag social and card party at Castle Mall. It was the most successful edition with 19 games per contestant. B. Wawkins Jr and F. M. Bickerstaff tied for first, each at 17 wins and 2 losses. an extra 75-ball game was won by one participant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stew Lodge No. 1
Kk. of P
Castle*Mall
Wawkins, Jr
F. M. Bickerstaff
Buckeye State politics and hot air in campaign rhetoric
The piece surveys energetic campaigning in Ohio with busy rhetoric from both parties. It notes heated discussions, claims of reform, and calls to elect capable leaders as residents weigh candidates including Hollingsworth for a second term amid accusations and endorsements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buckeye
Hawkins Dominates Fraternal Championship Clash
Mr Hawkins won the social on Monday night by 75 to 62 as prizes were set to be awarded. His tournament form impressed friends and places him among city’s top experts. A fall plan to pit champions of fraternal groups against Kiss members is hinted, with Board of Control praised for running the event and John B Spence commended as referee for all games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrr. Hawkins
Hawking
Ene
Hawkins
Board of Control
John B. Spence
Pollansbee High School Holds First Commencement
The first annual commencement at Pollansbee High School is set for Tuesday at 8 PM at the Follansbee Presbyterian church with ten graduates. Judge H C Hervey of Wellsburg will deliver the address. Dr George K Morris of Hamline Church will preach the baccalaureate. Activities include a field meet, teachers’ reception, and Exner Hall banquet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pollansbee High School
Follansbee Presbyterian Church
H. C. Hervey
Wellsburg
Presbyterian Church
George K. Morris
Hamline Church
Steubenville
Exner Hall
Thomas C. Pears, Jr
Martha May Scelena Sanders
Stewart O. Mahan
Gertrude Ellen Stocks
Jeaner Wood
Napoleon
Morris Grossman
Ivy Fern Sharpe
Herman Lee Mahan
Aileen ‘Moselle Poteet
Oliver Stephens
Williams
W. A. Strain
Board of Education
J. J. Davis
Imperial Orchestra of
Sheriff Sale of Risher Lumber Yard at Mingo Junction
Jefferson County Ohio court records announce a sheriff sale in the village of Mingo Junction. On Monday June 17, 1912 at 1 p.m. the court will auction property tied to Harry A. Risher including stock machinery and all business assets at the lumber yard with an appraised value of 1100 dollars. Bidders pay cash. JAMES MURRAY Sheriff. Attorneys: Jay Sweeney and D. M. Gruber.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court of Common Pleas
Jefferson County
Ohio
J. M. Shannon
H. A. Risher
Estella
Risher
T.e Court of Common Pleas
Jefferson
Towit
Mingo Junction
Cleveland Avenue
Corporation
Harry A. Risher
James Murray
Jay Sweeny
D. M. Gruber
Sheriff sale of real estate in Jefferson County Ohio
The sheriff of Jefferson County Ohio announces a public auction of real estate in Mt Pleasant township. The property covers part of Section 6, Township 7, Range 3, near David Young's lot, totaling about 19 100 acres, appraised at 1200 dollars. Sale is cash and set for Monday at 1 pm Central Standard Time at the county courthouse front door.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cami Carrier
Court of Common Pleas
Jefferson County
Ohio
Said County
County of
Jefferson
State of
Mt. Pleasant
David Young
Pike
James Murray
E. L. Finley
Equal Advertising Main in Herald-Star for All Candidates
Through paid advertising all candidates have had an equal chance to print their arguments in the Herald-Star.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Herald-Star
Administrator's Notice of Appointment for Thomas Wheeler Estate
The administrator with will annexed for Thomas Wheeler of Wayne Township Jefferson county Ohio has been duly appointed and qualified. Dated May 6. T H Wheeler is named as Administrator with will annexed and T H Wheeler is the attorney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Wheeler
Wayne Township
Jefferson County
Ohio
T. H. Wheeler
Administrator's Notice of Appointment for Clyde King
The administrator of the estate of Clyde King, deceased, has been duly appointed and qualified. The deceased resided in Mt. Pleasant Township, Jefferson. Proceeding notices and future actions follow under probate law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clyde King
Mt. Pleasant Township
Jefferson
Ohio county probate notice dated May 7 1912
Official probate notice from Ohio county dated May 7 1912. James H. Manigowld is named as administrator with T. S. Jones as attorney. Court actions, deadlines, and related filings appear in the formal notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County
Ohio
James H.manigowld
T. S. Jones
Parole Hearing Sought for Sam Musselman at Ohio State Reformatory
Notice states prisoner Sam Musselman confined at Ohio State Reformatory may be recommended for parole by Superintendent and Chaplain to the Board of Managers. Parole hearing will be held on and after June 11 1912. J E Clark Chief Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Musselman
Ohio State Reformatory
Board of Managers
J. E. Clark
Homer € Y Kirby
Altering Road Petition in Jefferson County Ohio
Notice that a petition will be presented to the Jefferson County Commissioners at the June 4 1912 session to alter The Unionport Hopedale Free Turnpike Road. The proposal starts where the survey leaves the old road and crosses Samuel Carmens west tract, tracing the line along the old route over Sand Hill to the first survey line. James W Ferguson et al. Long-4tw
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson County
Ohio
Unionport
Hopedale
James W. Ferguson
LaBelle View Land Co. to Sell Lot 574 in 1912 Auction
In Jefferson County Ohio the LaBelle View Land Co as plaintiff seeks sale of Lot 574 in Stetthenville at public auction on Monday June 16 1912 at 1 PM at the Jefferson County Court House front door. The lot measures 40 by 110 feet with a 20 foot alley and a 25 foot building line restriction. Appraised at $600.00. Terms cash. James Murray Sheriff. Attorney for Plaintiff. lomay4tw
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court of Common Pleas
Jefferson County
Ohio
LaBelle View Land Co
Lena Zanhiser
Jefferson
Stetthenville
County of
State of
Belleview Boulevard
Pittsburg Street
LaBelle View Lands Company
James Murray
D. M. Gruber
Parole Consideration Requested for Homer Y Kirby
Notice states Homer Y Kirby, inmate at Ohio State Reformatory, seeks parole recommendation by Superintendent and Chaplain. Hearing on or after June 11, 1912 before the Board of Managers.
Notice of Presenting County Road Petition in 1912
Petitioners led by P Huffman A F Leach and Chas Scott ask Jefferson County Commissioners to alter a county road in Salem township starting at Moores Stone Quarry and running to Reeds Mills dam along an old race bed, about 150 rods, presented at the June 7 session with Charles A Vail as attorney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson County
Towit
Moores Stone Quarry
N. W
Salem Township
Reeds Mills Dam
Joseph Reeds Mill
P. Huffman
A. F. Leech
Chas
Scott
Charles A. Vail
Divorce petition filed by Josephine Gravy in 1912
Josephine Gravy files for divorce from Isador Gravy in the Court of Common Pleas of Jefferson County Ohio on grounds of adultery gross neglect and extreme cruelty custody of minor children Saverie Davy seven and Rosa Gravy six residence unknown. Hearing set for six weeks and one day from filing date. Attorney P P Lewis signs April 19 1912.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josephine Gravy
Court of Common Pleas
Jefferson County
Oho
Isador Gravy
Saverie Davy
Rosa Gravy
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Weights and Measures Act
Missioner
S. S
S.S.S
S.S. S
Swift Specific CO
Atlanta
Bethany College
Wellaburg
Brooke County
Bethany
West Virginia
Thomas
Maine
Fany Wells
Bee Co
Saad Ommendors
Ors Ae
Thomas E. Cramblet
LL. D
Thomas Institute
Chotecarth Avenue
Hartewood
Center Avenue
East End
Pittsburgh
Miners & Mechanic's Bank
Winfield. Scott, John G. Wanenmache ,Ohn Potter
South Fourth Street
David McGowan
W. S. Walker
John Potter
Sec
Treas
John A. Kitmcart
T. R
Alfred Day, A. M. Helms
International Congress of Navigation
la Belle Mill
Pittsburg
K. OF P
F. A. Hawkins, Jr
Buckeye State
Bosic
Hollingsworth
Yau
Tollingsworth
Boing
Cooper D
Cooper’s
Cooper & Nephews
West Illinois St
Chicago, Ill
Follansbee
Sheriff’s Sale
Ernest L. Finley
Franklin $T
N.S
P. P. Lewis
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