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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1902
Page
4
Secretary Root urges a commercial arrangement to stabilize Cuban trade and health links with the United States. President Roosevelt stresses cutting tariffs on Cuban imports to foster closer ties and material well being for Cuba, viewing independence as vital to U.S. safety.
The former Kansas senator and New Mexico governor E G Ross is described by a Boston Transcript Albuquerque correspondent as a worn, solitary figure. He works in a case in a local job printing shop crafting dinner wood for his frayed life.
A letter from Henry Laughlin written in Prince Albert Saskatchewan to Dr. C. T. Field of Chase Michigan, published in Reed City Clarion, extols Saskatchewan as the ideal homestead. Laughlin praises crops, potatoes, stock potential, and a ready home with plans to marry, noting mild winter, log shanties, and steady weather. Apply to Canadian Government agents.
Columbus reports show the Ohio Senate passed a bill to extend the decennial boards of revision for Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus by 30 days from next Monday after amendments. House actions include tax and licensing measures on oleo, barbering, and public advertisements in German papers where applicable.
Chelsea Gazette notes a tongue in cheek exchange about Charlie’s marriage rumor. Frank jokes, “Did you know Charlie was married?” George replies that it wouldn’t surprise him given Charlie’s reputation for courting trouble.
Advertises Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets as a one day cure for cold. Claims full refund if not effective. Aimed at general readers with small 25 cent price and note about enjoyment and suffering.
An old clipping quotes J W O’Brien of Minneapolis praising Piso’s Cure as a cone remedy and notes a Chicago Daily News line that reputation is a fragile bubble. The brief item presents two opinion snippets from 1900 era sources.
Adversity cited as the ultimate teacher in a brief note linking Putnam Faceless Dyes to vivid color results on silk wool or cotton when boiled. The quotation from Disraeli frames the idea that hardship provides true education.
Mrs Hulda Jakeman writes in a reader’s letter about her dread of menstruation before using Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound. The note reflects personal relief and experience with the product as a remedy.
Mrs Halda Jakeman of Salt Lake City says years of pain ended after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She claims six bottles restored her health for over two years with no further aches. The letter notes a $5000 forfeit if the testimonial is not genuine and references Mrs Pinkham advising sick women.
Toronto Ohio January 28 Workmen uncover the body of Thomas McQuirk 30 inside a brick kiln at the Standard plant after last being seen Sunday night He was likely intoxicated and entered the near red hot kiln to escape the cold His body shows severe burning in multiple areas as the investigation begins
Circleville Ohio January 28 Harry Weldon noted sports editor of the Cincinnati Enquirer died at 10:45 PM after suffering paralysis while preparing to retire at his home on Scioto street He was first stricken in Cincinnati two years ago and passed away Monday evening with his hometown reporting the loss of a prominent newspaper figure.
Cincinnati January 25 reports the shortage of Theodore Braemer from his former employers J. F. Schroth Packing Co. initially estimated near 400000 dollars but may climb higher as investigators review the case and potential losses.
Akron police say J. O. Blakeslee killed his wife and mother in law then apparently died by his own hand. No trace of him has been found since the January 27 incident in Akron Ohio.
Miss Minta Moore a milliner from Stockport crowded her stock of goods and personal belongings into a stove and set fire to them She then threw herself onto the stove but was rescued after a terrible struggle by passersby in Zanesville Ohio January 27.
In Toronto Ontario on January 27 Philip Moffitt and Perry Blivins were thawing dynamite at Costonia when the blast occurred. Moffitt was badly injured and doctors say he will die from his wounds. Blivins escaped unharmed, and authorities investigated the incident as an accidental explosion at a residential area.
Columbus Ohio January 25 Hon Charles W Baker of Cincinnati was added to the list of orators for the McKinley memorial service by the general assembly next Wednesday afternoon. Senators Hanna and Foraker will not attend.
The brick tobacco warehouse owned by T Tieitz and Brothers of Cincinnati burned Monday night. It contained about 600 cases of tobacco with an estimated loss of 20000 dollars, insured.
W E Long formerly of Mansfield was arrested at his first wife Dora Coffman in Newark and brought back to Mansfield jail. He had married Emma Harper in 1891 and Dora in 1897 and then vanished, later returning to Newark where police detained him. The case centers on dual marriages and a missing period.
Admiral William S. Schley arrived in Chicago on Saturday morning to enthusiastic crowds at the Baltimore and Ohio depot and along surrounding streets. He spent the day in a series of receptions and church greetings, expressing gratitude for the honors. The following day featured school visits, resolutions from German societies, a Hamilton club luncheon, and multiple civic gatherings culminating in a public reception at the Auditorium and a dinner with Illinois naval militia officers.
Joseph Cox killed Howard Radcliff in Union church after services in Eagle Township. Radcliff was Cox’s sister’s husband and enemies had grown over Cox courting Radcliff’s sister. Cox surrendered with Elmer Brown and is jailed. the ball pierced the right side, entering the lung and heart.
Coroner investigates death of 35 year old Michael Sweeney who was burned alive in his tower between Niles and Girard while trainmen saw the blaze. Body found charred. authorities suspect robbery and possible cremation by tramps. Sweeney, a single man, was a target man.
Indications point to two new hospitals in Springfield Ohio with talks of a MitchellThomas hospital expansion and possible residence of the late P P Mast as a site. Sisters of Charity also weighing a hospital project though plans remain unclear.
Wm. Shiverly, a prosperous farmer near Beaver Dam Ohio, was brought to Jima hospital after months of brood over a snake bite. He now believes every visitor intends to poison him and has become a raving maniac. He will be taken to the Toledo hospital.
Steubenville report says 16 year old Lewis Singer fell from a porch at Robert Hagan’s home in Adena and struck his head on a stone dying two hours later in the hospital.
Gov Nash issues requisition for George M. McCollough in Columbus to New Orleans custody where he is held on charges of swindling Mrs Melvina Fulmer near Akron out of 1500 dollars with the green goods game.
Mrs Essy Lucas aged 104 dies at her daughter’s Columbus home. A Virginia slave, she was freed in 1838 and her papers list her birth date as January 8, 1798. Her passing marks a century and more of life spanning slavery, emancipation, and long residence in Ohio.
Alexander Lacey, 40, a farmer from North Hampton, attempted suicide by cutting his throat with a dull knife. The wound was not fatal and he is expected to recover. The incident is attributed to domestic troubles.
Canton Ohio January 27 Effie A Hirst widow of George W Hirst formerly of Cincinnati sues the Equitable Life Assurance Co for 2882 39 claiming it is due on her late husband policy The action names the insurer and requests the stated amount in damages.
Massillon Ohio January 25 Constable Bamberger arrested E G Cross a Guernsey County tailor for allegedly trying to sell him a gold brick Cross denied responsibility saying he is a quinine fiend who had taken an overdose.
Conneaut Ohio January 25 two local men L M Creamer and Wm Searles were caught attempting a robbery at a shoe store Thursday night Their status as well to do residents adds to the sensational local incident and police report follows
London reports from Lord Kitchener in Johannesburg announce the capture of Gen B Viljoen near Lydenburg in the Transvaal and other Boers in smaller groups. Pretoria notes Col Wilson seized 20 Boers near Frankfort on Orange River, with a dawn resupply attempt followed by a fierce fight that left several dead or wounded on both sides.
Felipe Buencamino, a federal party director, plans a December commerce exhibition in Manila. He seeks exhibits from the United States, China, Japan, Siam and Borneo. Local merchants doubt the timing and may push for a delay unless U S support is promised, prompting a Philippine commission request for help.
From Vienna a Daily Chronicle correspondent reports Athens papers say the Saint Paul monastery on Mount Athos burned last Thursday night. Nine monks perished and 20 others were seriously injured as occupants slept. the blaze caused about 80,000 pounds damage to the monastery.
Brinton at Port Perry just above Braddock will be the central interchange for freight between the Pennsylvania Railroad main line and the Baltimore and Ohio and the Pittsburg, Virginia and Charleston roads.
New York January 27 1901 The Monk ridden by Mr. Gerken was named champion trotter for the Speedway 1901 at a Road Drivers Association executive committee meeting.
In St Louis on Sunday, Andy Stevenson defeats Lou Friedman of Rochester in the opening round of a ten round boxing match at the St Louis Rowing Club.
Cheyenne Wyoming January 27 George Rea a noted guide and pathfinder is dying in a log cabin on Snake river Rea was among the first to explore Yellowstone park and is often likened to Daniel Boone of Wyoming.
Omaha Nebraska January 27 Former Federal Judge Elmer S Dundy s body has turned to stone The remains were moved to New York City for burial a few days ago and required the strength of seven men to move them
Dr. R B Grimes longtime surgeon in the army died at his Cheyenne home from apoplexy. The body will be cremated in Omaha after the funeral.
Salt Lake City dispatch reports 13 year old Grover F Locke, son of S Locke a Huntington stockman and broker, frozen to death in last Friday's blizzard near Huntington Oregon.
Houston January 27 A rear end collision between stock train sections fifteen miles north of Fort Worth left W T Stillwell dead at the scene and J C Atkins fatally injured.
Cape Henry Va Jan 27 The craft ashore Saturday night was the barque Vergine Della Guardia It was towed to Norfolk on Sunday The crew and cargo were safely landed
Edgar Canisius, a retired American on Maj. Lothaire's Congo expedition, cites 900 natives slain in six weeks and 300 in three weeks during punitive rubber raids. He describes martial law, terror, and forced labor at two cents per pound while rubber sells for 75 cents in Antwerp. Thousands flee to the bush as corpses dot jungle trails.
Chicago jeweler L S Grout painted the first dummy clock face with hands set to 3 55, replacing the historic 8 1 o clock to honor McKinley. The sign painter behind the idea, Daddy Washburn, has not yet weighed in on the change. Grout manufactures and sells 1000 signs yearly, creating about 600 of them.
In White Sulphur Springs two miles north of Afton Indiana Prof. W H Holmes of the Smithsonian and photographer W A Gill excavated a bog site. They found mastodon and mammoth teeth and bones along with many arrow points and heads. The mastodon tooth measured 16 inches long and 4 inches wide, claimed as the largest ever seen. The relics fill three large boxes with smaller teeth from both mastodon and mammoth.
Plans for dry-dock No. 4 in the Brooklyn navy yard progress toward Washington approval. The dock would feature an electric pumping plant beneath the caisson, a first for the country, with a remote power station. Officials claim the system could save the government about $70,000.
SAAC BROCK of McLennan County Texas, born before the United States formed, claims 114 years of life and credits Peruna with protecting him from climate changes and keeping him healthy. He cites use against coughs grip and la grippe, praises Dr Hartman and urges others to try the remedy.
An advertisement promises a free book on catarrh from The Peruna Medicine Co of Columbus Ohio. It instructs readers to write with a full statement of their case to Dr Hartman president of the Hartman Sanitarium Columbus Ohio for free advice.
The January edition highlights California with articles on The Land of the Sunset Sea by Luther L Holden and Egypt then and Now by George Eade. It includes The Romance of Reality by Jane W Guthrie, a Hudston sketch by H R Bryan, plus pieces on prune olive grain and sugar beet cultivation. Subscriptions are 50 cents yearly or 5 cents per copy.
A host pleads for faster time as guests murmur. The hostess volunteers to help. She informs the room that Miss Howler will perform a song in about half an hour, promising entertainment for the gathering.
The John A Salzer Seed Co of La Crosse Wisconsin, a leading seed potato grower, reports its president Henry A Salzer has acquired 21 000 more acres of prime potato land. The expansion aims to grow vast potato fields extending for miles.
A brief Chelsea Massachusetts Gazette excerpt depicts a sudden proposal scene. Flora notes the ring is a lady’s ring while Horace responds with delight and curiosity. The exchange centers on a romantic moment and a forthcoming wedding implication.
In Detroit Free Press style the cartoonish quip has a schoolgirl insisting she has taken grammar courses while a critic or narrator questions her knowledge. The exchange showcases playful banter and regional newspaper humor.
A London Tattler quip records a parishioner recalling her husband during long illness. When asked if he was good and kind she replies he was more a friend than a husband, underscoring affection and care in hardship.
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