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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1908
Page
1
The Oregon vote on June 11 features nineteen initiative and referendum propositions. The newspaper contrasts Oregon’s complex measures with Ohio’s three anticipated constitutional amendments, noting many voters may struggle to understand or explain any single amendment.
The recount of the 1908 New York mayoral ballots began on Wednesday after a two year delay. In two precincts counted before a supreme court justice Hearst gained 27 votes, matching the old contest in a larger city where McClellan had led by 3,478 in the initial tally.
Vicksburg Miss May 28 General Stephen D Lee Commander in Chief United Confederate Veterans and last surviving general of the Confederacy died here after several days illness Indigestion attacked him and he grew rapidly weaker before doctors said his condition was hopeless and he passed away early today
Fire in Hillsboro Ohio on May 28 halted destruction of the business section. The blaze caused an estimated $35,000 in losses before it was brought under control. Local crews fought the flames and reported no injuries. The cause was under investigation as investigators inspected the scene.
In Wheeling on May 28, West Virginia Democrats met amid rivalries between Chilton and McGraw to decide control of the party. Delegates to the National Convention face a tight vote as district picks are 5 to 5, with Bryan expected to be endorsed without opposition and the central issue being who will sit on the National Committee.
Lakewood New Jersey May 28Friends of the family remain hopeful yet fears grow as Grover Cleveland’s illness worsens with no response to treatment. Reports of stomach cancer being the cause rebound amid hot weather's adverse impact on his condition.
Pittsburg May 28 Charles M Schwab head of Bethlehem Steel says iron and steel trade shows improvement and all business lines will rise gradually to a solid prosperity base. Bethlehem Steel operates to capacity with some departments under double turn and has spent over 20 million dollars on improvements in two years.
Washington May 28 Democratic Senators at a conference decided they would not filibuster against the currency bill. They will discuss their opposition and hope to adjourn by tomorrow night or Saturday, signaling a likely quick conclusion to the measure.
Washington May 28 The Print Paper Committee of the House filed two reports on Stevens bill with opposing views. The Republican majority warns repeal would not immediately lower paper costs and could ruin the industry, recommending delay for full study next session. The Democratic minority urges freeing pulp and printing paper now, arguing duties are small and benefits large.
East Liverpool Ohio May 28 farmers Ezvra Kelly and Samuel Camp clashed over a right of way. Fists clubs stones and a revolver were used. Kelly hospitalized in Cleveland with two bullets. Camp jailed in Lisbon with a bullet wound, head injuries, and a severed hand from a rock. Camp allegedly started the gunplay. Kelly wrested the revolver and fired.
Governor Hoch of Kansas was entertained at dinner by the Cadiz Board of Trade at the Erhart Hotel. The westerner, who married a Dickerson relative living near Cadiz, and his party including family and other relatives have been visiting the Dickersons since Sunday.
Administrator Robert Shields sues the widow of Abner McKinley in Canton Ohio on May 28 to recover seventy two dollars collected from life insurance policies. The petition alleges McKinley was mentally incapable at the time of the transfer to his wife and that the funds belong to the deceased's creditors.
Cattle totals 2,000 head, price higher. Hogs 14,000 head up 10 cents. Sheep 11,000 head weak.
Crawford Young, a farmer from Island Creek township, lost all the toes on his right foot attempting to board a moving traction car at Costonia yesterday at 2:45 pm. He was brought to Gill hospital, where Dr. Watt of Toronto and his brother Dr. Young of Empire treated him. the injury did not require amputation. Young, township supervisor, was issuing sewer-work orders when the car moved ahead catching his foot.
Cincinnati probe lawyers argued before the Supreme Court Thursday to halt a state inquiry by forcing the Gayman committee to wait for a Cincinnati Circuit Court case on error. Attorneys urged immediate direct Supreme Court action to compel vouchers and cover committee expenses. No decision was announced as the court planned to hear the full six‑justice panel later that afternoon.
Relatives of Jesse Carson, the East Liverpool river tragedy victim still missing, face false reports spread by unknown gossip mongers. The rumors claim Carson escaped the wreck and is in western states, and that his mother received a communication from him, but no such word has been received. The tales are labeled malicious and untrue.
The trustees of Massillon State Hospital demand an executive committee to investigate charges against attendants. Acting Coroner Bothwell claims evidence to charge two Massillon asylum attendants with manslaughter in the Beach City man John Adams killing, predicting grand jury action and a verdict naming brutality at about 7 p m Friday night.
Judge Jud son Harmon arrived in Columbus after a bitter fight for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination. Party factions forced a campaign manager choice against Harmon's wishes, elevating William L. Finley as state executive chair. Harmon’s supporters including Judge George B. Okey backed Yaple, but the party largely opposed Harmon's preferred leadership.
In the Salineville Big Vein Coal Company mine an explosion killed Frank Skinner and likely John Roe, fatally injured Wesley Wright, and injured Edward Lewis with a broken leg. Wright and Roe were in the shaft when the blast occurred. Skinner died as a rescue attempt failed. Cannon survived, bringing Wright and Skinner’s body to the surface. Roe’s fate remains uncertain amid toxic air and collapsing shaft casing.
A Cleveland relative writes Chief Larkins asking about a father who left home May 15 and was last seen in Akron May 22. The 47 year old barber in poor health may be wandering in a dazed condition. He is described as 5 feet 9 inches, 180 pounds, black hair with gray streaks, a mustache, and wearing a black suit and soft round hat. Forester member.
The Patton's Concert Band plans a concert at Stanton Park on May 36 featuring a program of marches waltzes novelties and selections including The Screamer Jewell Waltz Halle Gavotte Prince Charming The Red Mill and American Fantasia.
The Weather Bureau reports showers in Ohio with cooler air arriving tonight and continuing into Friday. The outlook calls for a drop in temperatures and unsettled conditions across the region.
The piece notes Yaple and a central committee shift when Harmon refused the chair challenge. Finley wins support from the ticket and central committee, contrasting with John M. Pattison’s stance. The result leaves Finley and the old organization in control, signaling no new deal in Democratic politics this year.
Will Caniff runs a Market street saloon. His porter Robert Spears, 20, is accused of tapping the till for $48, leaving the city. He unlocked doors from inside, then fled. Police traced him toward Wheeling, noting he shipped a trunk there recently.
A local man who lost a 4K diamond on the public highway two weeks ago had it recovered after placing an ad in the Herald Star want columns. A truthful finder and wide publicity enabled the gem to be returned, underscoring the paper’s advertising value.
Marion Ohio May 28 Congressman A G Mouser came home tonight and will be urged by friends to seek reelection. He declines to commit now. When asked about C C Anderson winning the Democratic nomination on his wife's birthday and the day she became a mother Mouser quipped That man could win anything.
Reports received via the Japanese liner Shinomo state that 2,000 lives were lost in China today. About 1,000 perished in a typhoon and flood at Hankow, and another 1,000 in a coal mine fire at Kwang.
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