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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1901
Page
5
A fragmentary notice records Fite of Eutoury and McGowan family ties in Naty variations, with mentions of Taylor of for a few days and a Memorial Any event. It notes W. J. Alexander and others pending, plus a recital at George Street.
Fragmented report covers Memorial Day events including a weather outlook, Memorial Day parade plans, church services by Rev. Alvin Crown and Bishop Joyes, plus community notices on local governance, road openings, and a large mix of town happenings. The piece mentions plans for street parades, public meetings, a shift in school salaries, and a local renovation project at Kirat Presbyterian Church.
Mrs Jacob H Fisher dies at age 67 at the family residence on Lincoln Avenue Tuesday evening. She had been ill for some time from paralysis but was not bedfast. She married a year ago to Kleber. Survived by husband Henry Bush and stepchildren John Raw Frank Ferguson Jamie Beavis Jacob New York and Fam Ebabareb. A consent Christian, her life was described as happy and congenial. mourned by family and friends.
Mrs Mary Roach widow of Heary Roach died at her daughter Frances Hall home at Slack and High streets at 10 30 last night age eight decades death from complications of disease she is survived by two children Tampa of Indiana and Frances wife of John all of this city two step children H M Roach of Zanesville and Myre Mary Osler of Barnesville Ohio remains will be taken to Wheeling Friday and interment in Mt Wood cemetery
Miss Annie Ewing died at 8 30 p m at the home of her sister Mrs Alice Halston in Paris Pa aged 30 years She had been ill for eight weeks with stomach trouble She was unmarried and a daughter of John and Elizabeth Ewing Both parents are noted as deceased She is survived by one brother Thomas of near Chester W Va and three sisters Lucinda wife of Casiaa Ralston Miss Sirah J and Alice D wife Maurice Ralston all of Paris Pa Funeral services will be held Thursday morning with interment in Three Springs cemetery
Last Wednesday a stranger posed as an agent for a Chicago agricultural firm, rented a horse and buggy from George Smith, then disappeared. By Saturday the man returned, well dressed and engaging, with talk of machinery, but disappeared again after borrowing a 600 horse mare and buggy. Police and townspeople have been alerted with descriptions to pursue the suspected con man.
Fragmentary OCR item references a date or event with unclear names and numbers. Readable bits include a figure 887 and a possible turn or event description. No clear persons or organizations are confirmed in the readable text.
Brick shortages cripple Breubenville construction this week as bricklayers abandon sites. The shortage, described as a “kortage,” has halted many projects with workers off the job for days amid the rapid growth in area building activity.
Brick workers finish foundation pillars for the major La Belle plant in the Sixth ward as construction advances on the new mill project.
The joint meeting of the home missionary societies of Hamline and First May hexohee 40 at Altamont was postponed from Friday afternoon to a later date in June because of inclement weather.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe wool prices and consumer goods with references to pounds and quantities. The text mentions ready items, a market gate and various alphanumeric codes. Readers should regard this as an incomplete report with unverified figures.
Fragmentary OCR details a public incident involving Dowager Annie and injuries estimated around 300. The record mentions August 3, a location near Intersection of Eynon and Morgan streets and Highland Ave, with a byway accident near a dog-walk area. Names and precise facts are unclear due to damaged text.
William W. Blackburn secretary of the Carnegie company sues Andrew M. Moreland and the Carnegie company in common pleas court for transfer and control of stock valued at about 4.65 million dollars. The suit seeks to compel Moreland to deliver stock certificates, remove him as trustee, and issue new certificates to Blackburn with a perpetual injunction preventing transfer to others. The case cites Atlantic City agreements and a factional split among longtime Carnegie partners as background.
In San Juan Porto Ricans show mixed reaction to supreme court rulings on Dingley duties and potential free trade. Merchants fear federal internal revenue and heavier taxes, while bankers and planters discuss impacts on industry, sugar policy, and possible relations with Germany. Quebec-style uncertainty persists about Porto Rico’s fiscal future.
Fragmentary notice describes an adjourned anniversary event in Springfield, Mass. It notes a May gathering at which Rev. Hilleaspor led services and a sermon or speeches followed by further activities. Details are incomplete due to damaged text.
An obituary note states a preacher named Maran died in Cleveland in May after a stoning incident involving Frederist Luembach and others. The fragmentary record gives few details on the year or context.
Harrisburg May 29 The senate voted to adjourn sine die on Thursday June 27 to clear the decks for work and finish the general assembly by that date Bishop Charles H Fowler of the Methodist Episcopal church delivered the opening prayer and addressed members for about 10 minutes invoking unity and progress in legislation The senate resolution fixing the final adjournment date was concurred in by the House and awaits final action
President and cabinet weigh Insular cases and possible refunds of duties on Philippine goods. If duties are ruled illegal, ports may open to Philippine merchandise until Congress acts, risking revenue loss. Spooner resolution may affect this, but decision rests on further deliberation. Cabinet declines comment but sends congrats to former Attorney General Griggs.
Washington May 29 The war department weighed Supreme Court decisions affecting the Philippines. Secretary Root would not speak before full text. senators including Lodge urged Philippine legislation and Spooner law revenue power. Treasury will keep Dingley rates. figures show imports to the Philippines from the US totaled 1,012,925 and exports to the US 390,449.
A clipped public notice reports Recorder Brown calling for a successor after Mayor Diehl's death. The brief item names acting officials and references a resumed city leadership discussion.
An old advertisement touts Nerve Force as a cure for digestion and stomach trouble. It credits Dr A W Chase for nerve fills and Norte Pills, sold at a drug store and by the Chase Medicine Co. The copy emphasizes strength, digestion, and general vitality with physician endorsements.
Resigned, nee Owing to continued health, carrier James R Lazear tendered his resignation to Postmaster Miller to take effect May 1st. Frederick Kayman, the first eligible on the list for carriers, has been nominated to fill the vacancy.
A fragmented police note reports Hettie Chapper arrested last night for assault on her elderly mother. The injured woman is described as feeble and abused. Chapper remained in lockup, with health concerns noted. Proceedings and a bearing are anticipated after recovery.
Gov. R G Richards, a member of the State Board of Arbitration, rushed to Dayton today after a telegram said the situation in the Cavh Register tribe there was serious. He was booked to deliver the Decoration Day oration at Cadiz tomorrow but may be unable to fill the engagement.
A fragmented ledger lists Salem totals for 1900 including 137 horses valued at 8,390 dollars, 201 cattle at 4,860, 3 mules at 100, 16 watches at 230, 33,350 money cach, and overall net worth around 88,650 dollars with a gain of 7.0 percent. Trondale notes 60 horses 82,490 dollars, 12 mules 365, 58 watches 9265, and 30,525 dollars in movable property subject to draft with bonds and investments totaling 20,065 dollars. The document attributes figures to W. C. Burchfield and mentions Lawson.
The annual convention in East Springfield on August 30 gathers at the M P Church with Forsythe in chair. Readings include devotional exercises led by Edward Salkeld and Elizabeth Holland. welcome by Misa Gora Elliott. speeches by F B Cunningham and Dense Knagi. round tables on duty and future of Sunday School. missions notes by Rev G Miller and Rev O D McKaever. election of officers and committee appointments announced.
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