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Newspaper
Steubenville Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1912
Page
3
The passage argues that traffic on great common carrier lines has grown, boosting profitability despite higher operating costs. As rail networks concentrate and townage grows with more track, railways can pay higher wages and still increase net profits. The country understands these conditions and courts will protect railways from injustice if needed, though no immediate danger is seen.
The essay argues that every active person has a special interest shaping life from Columbus to Lincoln and George W. Childs. It notes how public talk labels advocates as representing special interests, while counterbalancing forces like the California gold boom and war profits mitigated the Walker tariff's harm, concluding that history shows the value of balanced forces in policy.
A skeleton of a protectionist speech argues that Revolution isolation, embargoes, and tariffs from 1824 to 1842 spurred American industry and aided Civil War efforts under Morrill. Free traders concede Henry Clay and Horace Greeley’s points on high and low tariff periods, noting price conditions.
A historical critique of Woodrow Wilson's tariff views shows his shifts from gradual tariff reduction to assertions about necessary revenue and protection. The piece argues his statements reflected public reluctance toward free trade, notes shifts after recognizing high living costs, and contends the Democratic platform frames tariffs as constitutional revenue tools, not protective policy. The analysis suggests Wilson could not escape the platform’s fundamental aim as a future president.
A compact aphorism notes how a belief in born command power can alter a minister's marriage. The quote underscores vanity and authority, suggesting personal life shifts follow a leader's inflated self view and imposed expectations.
The W C C T U plans its regular Friday meeting at Mrs Dunn's home. Ada county visitors and village youths share a Friday evening with games and music. Local guests include DeWitt Lee, Lida Beall, Lucretia Holmes, Ray Stringer, and others at homes of Stringer, Carson, and Scott. The Beech Springs church held communion services as part of a weeklong meeting with several ministers. Hopedale hosts Daniel A Poling, candidate for governor, Oct 28, at 6 o clock, Central Standard Time, for a prohibition platform speech. Local corn judging and a Moose gathering attracted several attendees. various residents traveled to East Liverpool and Steubenville for events and visits.
Mildred Ward returns home after a week with Wellsville friends. Unionport guest Miss Mildred Scott visits Bantam Ridge. C H Allen and Harriet Hide join Ross Ridge hosts. George McElroy of Steubenville visits. Ridge attendees report a fine Richmond musicale. Ethel McElroy visits Steubenville. Robt. Herron builds a silo. Halloween preparations begin. Steubenville guests Jess Cable and family visit. Bantam Ridge Glee Club declines as members depart. Russell Stevens from Two Ridges calls. Sick residents convalesce. Mrs. T M Houston plans holidy entertainments with Wintersville Two Ridges Bantam. Wim Catson expected home from the West. Lee Andrews visits Steubenville. Mrs. James Aten and son William visit A M Ross. Etta Ward visits G W Burnette. Rev. Martin of Wintersville calls. Roy Andrews visits home. Peterson and Schaub cross Bantam Ridge with fine potatoes. Halloween cider barrels urged.
The East Springfield Grange held an October meeting with a spelling bee after business. Members oldest and youngest competed as the literary program paused for the contest. A corn and pie contest is planned for November with entrance fees and premiums.
Fernwood notes report last Sunday at St James church featured Communion and a sermon by Rev EK B Redhead. Next service set for November 3 at 3 p m. Missionary society ladies of Cross Creek to be entertained Wednesday at Mrs James J Thompson's home. Ida and Hattie Key attended the Steubenville Sunday school convention. Mr and Mrs Houston Lowry of Smithfield passed through en route to Wintersville for Mrs John Floyd funeral. F M N club girls hosted by Miss Mary Copeland Mt Moriah. Mr and Mrs Kirsey Vale of Smithfield were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Will McCullough.
A quiet ceremony Wednesday evening joined Miss Katie Call and Mr. Harry Purviance in marriage at the First M E Church parsonage, performed by Rev Battelle McCarty. The couple, with witnesses, will reside in Steubenville where the groom works as a Vetter carrier. Local friends extend best wishes for happiness.
News brief from McKeesport area notes guests at local homes, a newly installed curfew bell near the telephone building marks the start of an ordinance delaying enforcement until November 5. Curfew for under 16 runs 8 p m until April 1 and 9 p m October 1 to April 1, with later times if not accompanied. Plus social notes on Epworth League event honoring Prof and Mrs Miller, visits by relatives, and a M F Aids outing to Mrs J F McLean's Knoxville home with a chicken supper.
Bloomfield notes Rev H W Stewart will preach a special men’s sermon Sunday morning October 27 with a male choir providing music. All are warmly invited. The item lists numerous local residents and visits, with social notes from Steubenville, Cadiz, Smithfield, Unionport, and Richmond about greetings, dinners, and travel, reflecting a lively fall community diary.
Local residents attend gatherings and visits across Bloomfield and Steubenville. Families celebrate birthdays and weddings while tradesmen, students, and professionals move between counties and towns, with plans for rallies, sales, and school events shaping a busy county schedule.
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