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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1916
Page
2
A highly efficient New York postmaster continues duties and draws his salary despite President Wilson needing to placate Tammany Hall, illustrating political friction over party influence and patronage at a city office.
New York Democrats are puzzled by the turning of a candidate to succeed Mr. O Gorman. The Republicans are forecast to win, leaving little for Democrats to worry about in the race.
Bryan says he will at least be at the St. Louis convention as a newspaper man. The Superintendent of the press section may refuse to seat representatives of monthly periodicals when there is such a large demand from correspondents of daily papers.
Democratic publicity claims Republicans lack issues while President Wilson earlier labeled tariff as the sole issue. Voters may seek a rest from a party seen as unable to handle tasks, leaving debate to continue unresolved.
The administration has stopped emphasizing diplomatic victories and now faces the plain truth. Citizens can see little change from a year ago and foreign respect has not grown. The tone suggests overall stagnation in international standing and pride has diminished.
California fruit growers protest Britain’s embargo on fruit imports aimed at freeing wartime ship space for essential commodities. The piece notes skeptical Californians toward Democratic claims that the war drives prosperity in the East.
Secretary of Commerce Redfield notes difficulty in securing suitable men for foreign investigations. The report claims new commercial attaches were exempted from civil service testing following a secretary’s recommendation, implying the word suitable meant deserving Democrat unless proven otherwise.
The text urges memory of those who suffered and died for a stable free government. It emphasizes honoring the patriotism of soldiers of 61 and fostering respect for current government. It hopes Steubenville observes a true Memorial Day with The Herald-Star helping.
In visiting state departments, Rudy Archer the Treasurer of State is described as genial and efficient. He is noted for his friendly, helpful manner and careful office management. The article cites nearly half a million dollars in interest earned on state funds in the last year under his faithful leadership.
Two weeks earlier James M. Cox favored Wilson on the ballot to aid his Democratic nomination for governor. Now he believes including Wilson's name would hurt his chances to stage a political comeback.
The United Clay Workers led a wage strike in the Toronto district after a 25 cent daily raise demand was refused by manufacturers. About 1000 to 1500 men, including clay miners and kilnmen, halted operations across 13 factories in Toronto Empire and Stratton, tying up sewers and brick plants while both sides wait for further action.
The Hilltop Woman's Christian Temperance Union held an institute and medal contest at Second U. P. Church on Tuesday. The event featured a full day of devotionals, talks on temperance, and a large evening medal contest won by Bernice Brown. A noon picnic and afternoon sessions followed with music, papers, and readings.
The Star in Wilmington says prosperity returns under a Democratic rule though it omits when it began. A Portland Democratic club declines to endorse Vice President Marshall as a psychological negative. The State Highway Department touts lower overhead and better mileage under its management. Rural counties split Cox and Willis support, with Willis seen surging toward November victory.
Secretary Baker is to attend Ohio as chairman of the state convention after Wilson yields to Cox forces. The keynote topic may be Baker’s long time hobby on the Single Tax or an update on the Mexican situation. The embargo on arms and ammunition raised questions as American rifles reach Mexican hands amid the Villa pursuit.
The passage critiques President Wilson for entrusting postal service management to inexperienced men and details the creation of railway station terminal offices. It notes the 10 year leases with 90 day cancellation, later canceled by the Department, leaving railway firms to absorb losses. It warns the public to care about qualifications and the square deal.
A poem about absence contrasts with a column of light humor and sharp commentary from the Baltimore Sun era. It notes public figures and political quips, including Secretary Daniels, the Hague peace conference, and reactions to war and society. The tone is wry and observant about daily life and national events.
Detailing Roosevelt and a peace dove image, the piece notes minimal Democratic naval prep and a similarArmy stance. It mentions the czar closing the duma and questions the president’s attempts to close Congress. The overcoat straw hat style remains popular amid May weather notions.
A provocative remark asserts most women would feel flattered and pleased if a man makes love to her, claiming few would deny the momentary vanity of such attention. The line hints at social attitudes toward romance and courtship.
A Chicago man at church praying for his ailing wife learned she had secretly fled with another man. The abrupt elopement occurred while he prayed, following his discovery of the affair.
The case between The Union Savings Bank and Trust Company and Beatty M Cooper is settled with costs paid. No further action or damages noted.
John Paulozkie a 21 year old coal miner from Ramsey county was crushed by a stone fall in the Ramsey mine Saturday afternoon. He was rushed to a Martin's Ferry hospital and died Sunday morning at 5 o clock. Coroner Herb to hold an inquest in Ramsey today.
Mrs Bella Heinze was fined fifty dollars and costs by Mayor McMaster for keeping a disorderly house after an arrest at her Water street home on a complaint by Mike Bellis who alleged she touched him for eighteen dollars. Bellis was assessed three dollars and costs for loitering.
Frank Lamantia aged 22 and Annie Minco aged 18 both of Steubenville, and Johannes Jeroinen aged 24 with Sinia Joanna Lankonen aged 21 both of Steubenville, applied for marriage licenses.
Many friends in Carrollton mourn news of ex Senator Eckley as he lies in serious condition at his home after suffering a stroke several days ago.
Five men arrested at Rush Run for criminal assault on Ruth Hends and Verla Taylor, two girls, faced a hearing and were fined $25 plus costs each. The youths were suspended due to the girls being over 16 and the assault occurring with their consent. The girls were sent to Probate Judge John G Belknap for another hearing this afternoon and may be routed to an industrial program.
For the first time in Brilliant schools history an eighth grade commencement occurred on a Wednesday evening in May at Town Hall. The class elected officers Vera Graham president Inez McIntire secretary Emmett Mansfield vice president Gladys Bucy treasurer and members including Robert Morgan Lillian Quillin Fred Robinson Foster Lathem Beatrice Green Clyde Dickson Paul Millard Donald Thomas Margaret Cox Irma Dentz Jesse McCarty Charles Jones Olive Flaherty Albert McIntire and other students. The program featured school orchestra orations by Emmett Mansfield Fred Robinson Inez McIntyre Vera Graham and Albert McIntire recitations by Margaret Cox Clyde Dickson Lillian Quillin Vera Graham and others and songs by multiple students. Honor pupils were Robert Morgan Lillian Quillin and Fred Robinson. Afterward Vera Graham presented Prof James L. Doran a fountain pen. The grade produced its own orchestra and had prior appearances in December 1915 a March performance with George Burr band and a contest with Smithfield schools. Margaret Cox and Charles Jones received honorable mention for perfect attendance.
Indianapolis author Lieutenant Colonel William M. Cochran visits Sky W. Shimer at 221 Ohio Street La Belle View. He predicts peace among warring nations will come soon. He notes shifts in martial strains and suggests Germany may regain a sane mood if its people seize their heritage.
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