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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1901
Page
4
The article explains the minting of silver dollars with strict tolerance limits. Dollars must vary little from standard weight, and gold pieces allow small variations. Minted dollars are weighed, rolled into a thin strip, punched into disks, then assayed to ensure uniform fineness and correct value.
John Smith, an Illinois Central passenger engineer, recounts a remarkable incident near Ashburn in which a man sleeping on the railroad ties narrowly avoided death as the Fis Special, carrying President Stuyvesant Fish and road officials, approached Chicago. The engineer halted the train and woke the sleeper just in time. The event, dubbed the most remarkable in his twenty years on the job, drew immediate attention.
Rev D M Steele cites a friend’s college roommate who was engaged to a New York woman. Her diverse faith family included Roman Catholics, Congregationalists, and Ethical Culture members. Five priests refused to marry them. he performed the ceremony as an Episcopalian in a Presbyterian chapel with Roman Catholic and Congregational family witnesses, plus a Jewess as witness.
Chestnut farming in France attracts unprecedented attention and capital, with France leading the world in growth. Chestnuts are cultivated for export to many nations, including a substantial share reaching the United States.
A Connecticut drapery shop is said to be run by three men named England Ireland and Scotland. They first met in America. Scotland married England's sister and Ireland is engaged to another sister. The son of the first union is called Ireland England Scotland.
In an interview Henry A. Everett and E. W. Moore say they own or control every mile of street and suburban tracks between Warren Ohio and Port Huron Michigan except Pomeroy interests and Cleveland Little Consolidated line. They bought Toledo street railway for 11 million and Rapid Railway of Detroit for about 3 million, giving 360 direct miles and about 1000 miles with feeders. They also control Toledo electric light plant and plan a new suburban station in Toledo.
Columbus Ohio June 15 Jack Smith a former member of the 11th United States infantry leaped from the Big Four bridge into the Scioto river a distance of 62 feet and saved two men from drowning. He was with a surveying party on the bridge when a boat sank and the two men aboard were in danger. Smith dove 62 feet to reach them and brought both to shore.
Western Reserve University in Cleveland on a June 114 ceremony awarded the honorary degree of doctor of laws to Cady Staley president of Case School Cleveland Rev Jacob Chamberlain missionary to India and Prof John H Wright dean of Harvard graduate school. The degree of doctor of divinity was given to Prof Henry C King Oberlin and John W Platner Harvard.
Cleveland district attorney Sullivan has brought instructions from Washington, outlining legal action and procedures to be followed.
Sandusky stands charged with converting to his own use government supplies totaling 17000 dollars. Lieut. Chase had served in the Spanish American War as acting commissary of subsistence for the 6th Ohio Volunteers.
Twelve people in Toledo were poisoned after eating meat. All are out of danger now, though four remained in serious condition. The victims include J. E. Myers and family, Arthur Miller and family, and Mrs. Miller's mother Mrs. Sumner.
In Toledo on June 15 Prof Thompson a public schools music instructor says profanity is increasing among the young noting that girls can outdo boys in bad language.
Warren June 17 Isaac Edwards aged 14 son of Edward Edwards of Girard drowned while washing sheep in the Mahoning river.
In Toledo on June 15 Frank Kraeh toler, foreman at the East Side Iron Elevator Co., was killed when a 70 pound iron bar fell from a 60 foot height. The accident underscores workplace dangers at the steel operation.
Upper Sandusky Ohio June 17 Wyandot county paid 3442.11 in costs as George Bry was convicted of murdering W Johnson and sentenced Monday to life in the penitentiary.
Springfield June 17 Geo White an aeronaut rose in a balloon at Snyder park Sunday evening and descended landing in a thorn tree. His left arm was badly lacerated and thorns covered his body as rescuers freed him.
Bellefontaine Ohio June 17. Mr and Mrs Albert Robson of North Greenfield bought medicine from an itinerant vendor and after drinking it both lapsed into unconsciousness. Doctors fear they may die.
Robert D. Smith of Cleveland Ohio committed suicide due to ill health on Sunday by shooting himself in the head. He had been engaged in publishing a biographical history of Southern Ohio counties.
In Toledo on June 17 the family of J. E. Hydern including his wife two children and a niece were poisoned by eating pressed corned beef. All victims remained in critical condition.
State Librarian Charles B. Galbreath submitted the Ohio library commission report to Governor Nash. The document states there are only 66 free circulating libraries in Ohio, indicating the library movement remains in its infancy.
Bellefontaine Ohio June 15 A Galion merchant C Eckstein is missing after leaving town for Cincinnati Sunday. Foul play is feared with authorities alert and ongoing search efforts.
In Columbus Ohio on June 15 two dairyman Craft's horses that had fought for years ended their feud violently. One attacked the other during a pasture quarrel. The badly bruised persecutor died after killing his foe and then dying from exhaustion and heat.
Cleveland June 14 The Savings Security Co a debenture firm with offices in Cleveland was placed in the hands of J J Livingston receiver Thursday A stockholder Margaret Adams claims in her petition that since an Ohio supreme court decision against debenture companies the defendant continues business at no loss The company incorporated in West Virginia with 250000 capital to operate in Ohio lists liabilities above 75000 and assets of 52775
Eastern people visited Bucyrus on June 17 to secure right of way and a franchise for an electric line running parallel to the Pennsylvania from Bucyrus to Upper Sandusky via Nevada. The plan aims to connect with a countywide line tapping the Crestline to Mansfield route and Mansfield to Shelby, with most rights already obtained.
The Ohio National Guard association met at the state encampment grounds on Sunday and elected Brig. Gen. W. V. McMakin of Foledo as president, Capt. W. A. Westervelt of Columbus as secretary, and Col. Geo tion as treasurer. The officers enjoyed their brief camp experience and decided to hold the next convention there.
Worth Carnahan president of the United States Army and Navy Historical association was arraigned in Columbus Ohio on conspiring with R L Winslow and J O Davis to defraud pensioners. He pleaded not guilty and trial set for September 24.
Toledo June 17 The Williams heirs of Toledo and Fremont claim to be the sole descendants of the Seneca and Wyandot tribes and aim to take possession of about 1500 acres of marsh lands held by the Cedar Point club. The land is valued at $500,000.
Cleveland June 17 A H Smith now first assistant to Gen Superin tendent P S Blodgett of the Lake Shore is slated to succeed Blodgett who has been made general superintendent of the New York Central.
Columbus Ohio June 15 reporting the death in Manila of Mrs. Ora Freeman wife of Lieut. George P Freeman formerly Miss Ora Blake a longtime Columbus schoolteacher.
Work on the John P. Martin traction line from Springfield to Cincinnati via Xenia has started. A large force is tearing up the streets, and officials expect rails to be laid through the city by July 13.
R C Bowdish resigns as trainmaster of the Toledo division Wheeling and Lake Erie to become assistant superintendent of the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific. He departs to assume duties in Chicago.
Captain Patton of Battery B Cincinnati informed Adjutant General Gyger that the unit should be known as Frederick A. Alms battery. The designation was approved.
Columbus Ohio June 14 Governor Nash received word that the faculty and trustees of Miami University at Oxford Ohio unanimously conferred upon him the degree of Doctor of Laws.
Bellaire Ohio June 14 three sons of Lawrence C Mellett were swept away by Caption creek during a cloudburst and drowned none of the bodies have been recovered Arthur 15 Wilber 9 and Roy 6 were the victims
Marion Ohio June 14 The jury in the Lacke Foster trial at Upper Sandusky returned a verdict of murder in the first degree with a recommendation for clemency.
In Chicago the Central exchange showcases long tenured operators and a manager praising hearing sharpness and attention. The piece notes 22 year veteran staff, gendered nicknames for other operators, and the strain of rising Saturday morning calls as warm weather nears and the new switch system strains lines.
The article explores persistent horseshoe displays at Charleston doorsteps as remnants of superstition, noting origins in childhood lore and possible links to early aristocratic streets. It compares Charleston to London where horseshoes on thresholds were common, suggesting colonists brought the practice to Carolina.
A New York merchant’s wife overdraws her bank account by about 250 dollars. The bank alerts her husband, who is told to teach her a lesson. She then writes a check to cover the excess, leaving the bank to conclude the joke was on Mr Blank as he covers the shortfall.
A Washington Star quotation contrasts longing for excitement with a preference for quiet home life. Mr. Meekton notes he avoids theaters or games, while Henrietta keeps bustle away by cleaning at home or shopping together at a department store.
Savitskenko reports identification of the acute rheumatism bacillus. Laboratory animals show high susceptibility but can be immunized by successive inoculations. The microbe is very sensitive to salicylite of soda, according to Ledger Monthly.
Miss Henrich, a Lincoln Park substation clerk, mastered the distribution scheme with 64 pigeonhole holes and 600 letters per test. Since becoming a regular clerk last November she has committed only one error in throwing mail, matching top male performers in a district handling about 15,000,000 pieces yearly.
San Francisco hosts the fifth international convention Perc' League from July 18 to 21, 1901. Low fare tickets available July 5 to 12, and July 13 for trains to western lines via St. Louis and related junction points. Consult B O S W agents for stopovers and accommodations. O P McCarty.
A playful Ohio Journal note poses a riddle about two guests at a gathering. It asks who is the quiet, shunned guest revealed as a famous classical composer and who is the loud, lively attendee identified as a rag time piano player, highlighting contrasts in stature and genre.
Mrs Hiramen questions a green horn girl about her training across the water. The girl replies that there were no trains and she was shipped across, reflecting a terse exchange quoted by the Philadelphia Press.
A clipped snippet shows Col Bragg declaring he has fought and bled for his country while Alex Smart counters with a wife related retort about hanging pictures, as cited by the Ohio State Journal.
The Atchison Globe notes that many people avoid dares but will take on a dare to go to work, highlighting a humorous or reflective view on workplace motivation and daring spirit.
In Newton Indiana Mr P T Mc Kenny writes that Palmer's Lotion relieved a three year ankle eruption after failing with prior remedies. He asks which nearby town sells it and requests samples be sent from Solon Palmer at 374 Pearl Street New York if his local druggist lacks it.
A Baltimore American report quotes an earnest citizen and a trust magnate denouncing reckless speculation. The citizen cites outsiders who earned several thousand dollars from flyers, arguing such activity must be halted to protect the crowd.
The Lackawanna Railroad gains praise for hotel or club appointments in electric lights and clean, dust-free travel using anthracite coal. Passengers savor timely service, smooth-running wheels, and unsurpassed scenery, earning ardent admirers and friends among its patrons.
A humorous exchange attributes a controversial purchase to a husband who allegedly paid $40,000 for an old stock exchange seat, prompting comments from Mrs. Muggins and Mrs. Buggins in a Philadelphia Record style quip.
Missouri Pacific Railway introduces double daily service from St. Louis and Kansas City to Colorado Utah and Pacific Coast. Trains depart St. Louis at 9 a.m. and 10:10 p.m. and Kansas City at 6 p.m. and 10 a.m. with through sleeping cars to San Francisco. Excursion tickets on sale. For details, contact agents. H. C. Townsend Gen Pass and Ticket Agent St. Louis Mo.
A fragment quotes Nell and her fiancee from the Boston Transcript noting his instant love and a playful remark about his past quirks including his taste for olives. The exchange hints at a lighthearted couple and a social circle.
Requesting a handsome Colorado folder from L W Wakeley G P A Burlington Route 604 Pine St St Louis Mo detailing health resorts scenery and summer excursion rates. Folder aimed at educational value for students and others exploring their own country. Free on request. Mention this paper.
A dialogue notes that a first physician treated an old coupon case for six months and yielded about $500. A second physician confirms success, indicating the treatment produced tangible financial results in a stray story style.
An extended leisure tour through Yellowstone Park with long stops, private coaches for exclusive use, Pullman sleeping and dining cars, and an escorted trip by the American Tourist Association led by Beau Campbell. Colorado and Alaska tours also offered with ticket price covering all expenses. Train departs Chicago via Milwaukee and St. Paul on Tuesday July 9 at 10:00 p.m.
Mrs DeStyle laments a new garment lacking age and antique charm while Mr DeStyle jokes the item will be altered by the children after a few weeks. The exchange appears in the Philadelphia Press.
Do Your Feet Ache and Burn Shake into shoes Allen's Foot-Ease a powder for the feet It makes tight or New Shoes Feel Easy Cures Corns Itching Swollen Hot Callous Smarting Sore and Sweating Feet All Druggists and Shoe Stores sell it 25e Sample sent FREE Ad dress Allen S Olmsted Le Roy N Y
A playful Ohio State Journal item features Mr Staylate-Aw-Miss Dimples praising dreamy eyes and Miss Dimples replying she is simply sleepy, capturing a lighthearted exchange in a campus humorous note.
The lines present humorous snippets from period papers. A petenee contrasts with a courtly pledge, and a maiden among rough remarks reacts to a kiss from an unshaven sweetheart, all amid air of light satire from era pages.
An antique advertisement from Ocean Grove New Jersey dated February 17 1900 touts Piso's Cure for Consumption as an infallible medicine for coughs and colds credited to N W Samuel.
Detroit Journal notes how some girls endure tragedy and others rise to prominence, with stories of resilience from youth to adult life and the surprise of fame.
An advertisement notes a cure called Hoxsie's Croup Cure Infalible priced at 50e. It promises rapid news travel and mentions Ally Sloper as part of the promotion.
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