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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1906
Page
1
Principal speaker at Harrisburg attested to the event as thousands observed the building opening and the chief executive. A sendoff marked the ceremony as a large portion of the act was devoted to this moment.
A presidential speech at the Pennsylvania capitol extols state historical role and unity amid crises. Separately, a maritime disaster reports 60 lost on the emigrant steamer Charterhouse near Hainan Head with 23 rescued from a raft after 48 hours adrift. rescue by Kongichang.
Elijah Wheeler a Black farm hand on Bancroft stock farm near Eldersville Washington County faces charges after allegedly robbing a Hungarian worker of a pocket watch and a small sum of money. Wheeler was captured nearby. watch recovered. rumors of a larger theft proved false.
Mrs. Snyder reports her husband Judson Snyder missing since Monday after drawing wages. Edward Slaughtery faces affidavits for alleged intoxicated selling. George Boyd and his father clash over a revolver case, with $100 bond set. Hays charged after street assault. Garret Anderson jailed for drunkenness. Police hunt Harry Lindsay for a deadly razor attack on Rosie Norris, who died from wounds at West Penn hospital. Lindsay fled after climbing to her room.
In St Petersburg on October 4 authorities report a grave incident tied to teen bombs and a discovery showing students enrolled in a revolutionary campaign. Officials fear this signals widespread support among youths and raises concerns over guarding against assassinations.
In Columbus on October 4 two laborers Francisco Tracco and Vido Yarolo were buried under eight feet of earth during the construction of a relief sewer through Goodale park and died before rescuers could reach them. Four colleagues were injured but pulled to safety.
James Cook, a Lake Shore railroad fireman and former Steubenville resident, is recovering from injuries suffered in a wreck near Youngstown two weeks ago. The other engineer on the same train died days later in a Pittsburgh railroad hospital. initial fears of Coax's serious injuries proved unfounded.
New York October 4 a bride once wooed by wireless telegraphy and a fortune maker Dr Lee Deforest vice president of the Deforest Wireless company faces absolute divorce papers. A handwriting expert and Bewitt C Flanagan millionaire brewing magnate are cited in the filings. Deforest met Miss Lucille Sheardown at an Art Club reception a year ago and arranged for a wireless rendezvous atop the Evelyn apartment. He later asked her to join him in Europe as his bride and she agreed.
The health of the Czar concerns authorities as he shows mental and physical weakness. He seems suspicious of others, declines meals, and uses opiates to sleep. Reports suggest he may abdicate, with discouraging prognoses circulating in Liverpool.
A weather notice from Washington reports rain tonight and Friday. Cooler conditions expected Friday in western and northern portions.
Jefferson County Sunday school convention at Bloomingdale has moved to October 25 and 26 to accommodate attendees. The adjustment affects the program schedule and participant planning.
In Steubenville the Probate Court discharged Ralph Holden, a 15 year old boy held for larceny after finding he had been punished enough. The case Ohio vs William J Schneider ruled the defendant insane, to Massillon State Hospital. Various estates in Steubenville and Knox Township see guardians, administrators, bonds, and inventories set, with attorneys Porter Grube and McGaffie noted.
The superintendent reports prizes awarded for drawing in local schools. Henry T. Bailey and a jury chose Charles Westlake third prize, Belle Feters McKee, W H Forbes fourth prize, George Smith, Emma Wis, plus six honorable mentions. Drawings appear in the School Arts Book.
The Pleasant Heights cars shift to Fourth and Market Streets starting this morning and will continue indefinitely. Patrons are no longer compelled to walk to Adams Street for a car. The new arrangement is described as excellent.
Indianapolis dispatch reports two Monon passenger trains collided head on at Brone Ripple. Nine people were injured including J A Henson of Cincinnati a mail clerk and George R Jones of Indianapolis the conductor who may die. Engine crews escaped unharmed. No cause given.
Grain Market in Chicago shows December wheat at 75 cents, corn at 4 cents, oats at 80 cents, and January pork at $13.40. The tone reflects a daily commodity listing with prices for wheat corn oats and pork futures and spot values.
A long‑standing missing pitcher and glass from the courthouse bench prompts concern as the court sits open for extended hours. Jurists, janitors, and citizens speculate on when the items disappeared and how they might be recovered. Positive identifications may curb any possessor, with guesses favoring a growler context.
Washington October 4 The Department of Justice is promptly examining scores of complaints against government contractors for alleged eight hour law violations. Contractors tied to Ohio river depredations are now under close investigation by social agents and final action is expected soon.
The wrecked steamer Bayne’s hull remains at the Washington Street wharf after being crushed by ice years ago. Workers are removing the damaged hull while the machinery from the vessel is stored at the sand company’s plant.
Ralph Holden, jailed from Mayor Scott's court on a larceny charge, is described by jail officials as acting eccentrically. He allegedly stole a watch from a party on South Sixth Street and was returned from Benwood after the theft, with questions about his sanity and behavior.
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