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Newspaper
Steubenville Weekly Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1870
Page
3
In this county and Western States and Territories persons in arrears for the Herace are given notice to respond with payments or their names will be erased from the books. Money may be sent at risk if post office orders cannot be secured and the Postmaster's receipt is required.
Short Stops notes various curiosities including burglaries under way this year and public questions. It mentions legislative session due January and church plans for a new chapel next month. It also reports a marriage in 1870 and an incident of a woman posing as a man in Pittsburgh.
A seven year old light iron-gray mare was stolen from Thomas H Kerr’s stable at Shortcreek township two miles northwest of Adena on Tuesday night. The Fort Faturr’s Way note marks the Pilgrim landing anniversary on December 21, with many towns preparing celebrations.
County Commissioners rejected the city’s annexation plan after hearings, signaling no immediate expansion. Residents of West Liberty faced mixed feelings as the outcome preserved existing borders and property values, while local leaders spoke of long term effects and civic impact.
Presidents of major U S and Canadian railroads convene in Erie to mature a plan for pooling earnings and dividing profits, a move described as gigantic and uncertain in outcome.
Corrected meteorological entry by Dr W T Zink records daily readings on December 22 with thermometer at 15 degrees and barometer at 29.10 inches. Time stamps show early morning observations and standardization note.
Christmas shopping urged with generous displays and gifts for wives. A street scene warns against watching others fall, urging people to mind their own steps and lend a hand during the season and in daily life.
A visiting music display aboard the Estey instrument boat at the Washington street wharf draws crowds as a complete music shop on water. The featured instruments include pianos organs guitars and violins priced from 60 to 400 dollars with delivery by a horse drawn wagon. The event also promotes McCimmons Co Albany piano and Oliver Dilson Co publications while inviting ladies and gentlemen to tour the well appointed vessel over the next two weeks.
Oysters supplied by Evans and Turner are sold by Retas and other dealers who secure exclusive rights. Duff's Macar cantile College is promoted as the oldest training institution of its kind in the United States with circulars available from P Daff & Lone in Pittsburgh, Penn.
Cures for obstinate chronic diseases promoted through a pamphlet from the Pittsburgh Electrical Institute. Claims miraculous results from noted Western Pennsylvania citizens. Includes instructions for sale of a Sprecher Battery. Address Da G A Spascuse 257 Penn St Pittsburgh Pa.
An advertisement from Dee L and TL exposure at 132 Grant Street Pittsburgh promises relief for many conditions. It urges sending a vial of Morain yarine by express with patient name age and post office address for analysis and medicines to be sent.
Ten dollars will be returned to customers paying cash at the Weed office 329 Market Street Steubenville Ohio or on delivery to their county residence. The Weed machine sold on monthly payments. A. A. McAlvin is agent.
The notice promotes Brinkman’s on North Fourth and Schester & Bro on North Third with holiday stock including pic cabinets, perfumery, toys, ribbons, collars, laces, and candies. It warns of consumption risks from damp clothing and cold air, endorsing Allen's Lang Balsam as preventive care.
Glendenning's News Depot announces a vast toy collection and holiday display at Fourth Street, inviting country orders. J H Hawkins & Co advertise new instruments, organs and cases at No 104 North Third Street with a large holiday trade and prompt service.
Third Session notes show a resolution to publish condensed weekly Patent Office reports, send 100 copies to each State capitol and to clerk offices, and allow public libraries to obtain copies at cost. The bill passed. Senate discussed government liability for private property destroyed during the war and related actions, with extensive debate and votes.
King William receives German deputation in a distant foreign territory and thanks them for wartime support. He notes unity, continued war footing, and call for free choice among South German allies, while recounting imperial dignity discussions with Bavaria. Reports from New York and Bloise describe Prussian forces, rail control, and ongoing battles along the riverfront.
Nomination reports from Washington on December 21 state that General Schenck was nominated to be Minister to England, alongside other diplomatic appointments. The day also notes a Democratic victory in Arkansas and a large Republican state election lead. Market notes show stock gains with steady government securities and gold opening around 1104.
The best value Black Silks this season are at J H Slawkins and Co. Our Initial Handkerchief remains the market’s most popular present. A few still left at J H Hawkins and Co.
A fragmented marriage notice lists Miss Joan Jurik V Brentsin and Jeresson Frier wedding by Rev Wiliam from Meizs county Ohio. It references the bride's parents in Wells Ville Quebec and a December 6 ceremony with multiple names and places in a bygone era.
The message notes stock market strength with bears demanding stock for delivery and prices advancing. Government bonds trade around 4 to 5 percent and money market activity is high, while the Treasury balance near $22 million remains largely inactive despite liquidity needs. In Tennessee state issues show quiet movement with little change.
Steubenville Market reports wholesale quotes for Hirgate Orriog dated December 23 1870. Lists prices for wheat corn rye oats coffee sugar molasses mackerel and provisions with various grades and brands, noting steady demand for several items and specific per unit figures across categories. Includes oats, rye, oats, sugar, molasses, syrups, tea, and fats with differing quality lines and market levels.
Prices across groceries provisions and produce show steady demand. Apples green cost 35 to 40 cents per peck while flour and sugar hold firm. coffee tea and rice vary by grade. Poultry meats and butter remain available with steady supply. canned goods and biscuits pass minimal changes.
The document records varied prices for foods and commodities including flour, butter, eggs, beef, pork, coffee, sugar, and produce. It notes general demand levels, price ranges in barrels and bushels, and identifies several market items such as hay, apples, cranberries, lard, and vinegar with specific quotes and unit measures.
Correspondence from Seabenville Herald reports low water power and restricted demand, with imports and prices for Ohio and Western stocks. It lists large-sale items, quantities, and a sale by Lambert Thomas & Co, commission merchants at 139 North Market Street.
A note states the former Chief Justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, now affiliated with Congreve from Pontispiraita, has submitted a statement or position. The brief item identifies the individual and current association without additional context.
A fragment notes a certification by Justice PHYLADELFOra on April 2h and mentions Thonalder Hoofkind's German medicine for digestion issues with a reference to JAMES THOMPSON.
John D. Perine of Freehold New Jersey attests to the cure of a grave stomach and liver disturbance after two bottles of Hoofland's Bitters. He recounts years of illness, failed medical help, and regained strength, appetite, and vigor within weeks, urging others to try the remedy.
A letter from J. Uwertman reports twenty years of dyspepsia and says Hoofland's Bitters improved health after taking two bottles. The note stresses respect for the remedy and signs off with credentials.
The text references widespread use of a tonic or remedy since 1835 in America and notes a large number of people affected. It mentions persistence or encouragement to continue trying the tonic and to persevere despite hardship.
Fragmented OCR shows price quotes for pills oils tonics and bitters with many typos and garbled phrases. The text imitates a drugshop advertisement listing various items and prices, but contains nonsensical lines and misread words.
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