Battle chess and fiery speeches shape Ohio campaign
The piece notes potential decisive movement in the English Egyptian war, cites Jas W Newman defending slavery and opposing emancipation, and reports Attorney General Geo K Nash rallying Republicans in Celina Mercer county. It also mentions projected federal surplus, the temperance issue dubbed the Ohio idea, and Western Distillers Association backing a tax on retail whisky with Democrats favoring free rum and Sabbath desecration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. K. Nash
Fourth District
Celina
Mercer County
Ohio
Law and Order
Western Distillers Association
Cleveland
Defamatory attack targets James W. Newman in politics
The piece accuses James W. Newman of partisan malice for voting against a bill banning liquor sales to minors and intoxicated persons, and claims his actions harmed Union soldiers and families. It alleges financial influence from brewers and saloon interests and portrays Newman as aligned with a pro drinker ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas. W. Newman
James W. Newman
General Assembly
Furay Returns as Editor of Columbus Sunday Herald
The Columbus Sunday Herald brings back W. B. Furay Jr to edit the paper, praising his Republican journalism leadership and predicting strong advocacy for party principles and sound morals in its future editions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus Sunday Herald
W. 8. Furay
Furay
Herald
Local Republican Ticket Praised In County Primary
The county Republican primary produced a strong ticket with Parker C. Henry for Commissioner Laf ayette Hawk for Recorder T J Allison for Infirmary Director and John Coulson for County Surveyor. The Central Committee is praised as excellent and General Dawes faces broad support after his River and Harbor vote despite party lines. The Commercial comments on water issues and taxation debates shaping the campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parker C. Henry
Board of County Commissioners
Lafayette Hawk
Andrews
Hawk
T. J. Allison
John Coulson
Central Committee
Dawes
Washington County
Jim Newman’s Partisan Record Described in Legislature
The article portrays Jim Newman as an extreme, hide-bound Democrat whose bitterness surfaced whenever issues involving Union soldiers or temperance were discussed. His partisan record, as shown from his legislative tenure, is presented to explain rising unpopularity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Newman
Townsend Supporters Defend Taxation and Sunday Closing
The Cincinnati Gazette notes that many Ohio voters back Townsend to be counted for taxation and Sunday closing, while merchants and others in Cincinnati comfort themselves that Democrats will not oppose free liquors or Sunday commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Townsend
Ohio
Cincinnati Gazette
Ohio and Mississippi Road Chief Survives Ill Train Disaster
Marjorn W. W. Peanopy General Superintendent of the Ohio and Mississippi road rode a train that endured a tragic collision near Olney Illinois on Saturday night but escaped unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marjorn W. W. Peanopy
Ohio and Mississippi Road
Olney
Ill
Kansas Rejoices Over Exceptional Crop Year
Kansas reports unusually high yields with crops praised as nearly perfect, easing prior concerns of grasshopper damage and drought. Farmers celebrate across the state as harvest prospects improve dramatically.
Foster Faces Popular Endorsement for Liquor Taxation
Governor Foster continues to advocate liquor traffic taxation with a warm, eloquent plea and receives strong public endorsement at appearances across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foster
Oriole Pageant to Open in Baltimore on Sept 12
Baltimore prepares for a grand Oriole Pageant beginning September 12 marking the 1912 Fort McHenry bombardment anniversary. Over one hundred thousand dollars has been invested. Mardi Ciras will be a major spectacle, with railroad excursion rates offered by Baltimore and Ohio for easier access to Monu mental City. Meanwhile Democrats prepare for mudslinging in the campaign, though they refrain from attacking Republican candidates on the state ticket. The B&O reports rail improvements including spark arresters and a coke burning trial on engine 509 with clear smokeless operation and cleaner arrivals in Newark and Columbus routes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore City
Fort McHenry
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Oriole
the Messenger
Columbus
Chas. Townsend
Dunham
Newark
Zanesville
Quiet primary with district contests and local events
The article notes a calm primary election with D. W. Cornell winning Central Committeeman and P. C. Henry securing Commissioner. It records a town riot near Tabler Town, a serious illness of Mr. Albert Ellis, and a second Pioneer Cemetery Association gathering at Federal Creek with a large turnout, a dinner, speeches by Rev. T. F. Jones, and musical contributions by local women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Ellis
Big Run
D. W. Cornell
Central
P. C. Henry
Dan
W. T. Hatch
Cornell
Bush
Social and Mite Society of the Universalist Church of
Our Township
Whitfield
Stewart
Cal
Lucas
Blakeley
Pioneer Cemetery Association
Federal Creek
Capt
Sawyer
Anderson
Joseph Wickham
Lizzie Crippen
T. F. Jones
Elinda Frost
Olive Patten
Paulina Patten
John M. Crippen
Crawford House Featured at Cincinnati Exposition
Readers planning to attend the Art and Industrial Exposition in Cincinnati are told the Crawford House at corner 6th and Walnut is a prime stop. The Crawford, offering comfortable rooms and good values, is praised for its service during the Institute session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Crawford
6Th and
Walnut Streets
Creek Items Highlight Strong Hay Harvest and Local News
The locality reports an exceptionally heavy hay crop and good crop quality. Mrs. J. N. Long is recovering from illness as Mr. J. M. Maxwell builds a sheep stable. Apples and other fruits are largely failing. Mrs. Isaac Long's birthday party is planned for August 29 to celebrate her seventy third year. Health is generally good and farmers expect to thresh the fine wheat soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. N. Long
J. M. Maxwell
G. M. Russell
Benton
Arkansas
Isaac Long
Guysville Items from Southern Ohio News
Local notes report strong activity in Guysville with road improvements by Supervisor Stalder and robust crop prospects. Corn and early potatoes are thriving, with a potential good yield if frosts stay away. Ada Morton’s school closed on the tith. Rev. Kendall led music remarks and readings. a generous community supper honored the event. Miss M. will teach the winter term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guysville
Ohio
Stalder
Ada Morton
Kendall
Renomination appeal urged by county Republican leader
A defeated candidate expresses gratitude to friends across the county for efforts to secure renomination. He urges continued party unity, noting the second term rule has been broken, and asks York Trimble Bern and Ames townships to back the entire ticket and uphold the old doctrine of electing every nominee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
York
Trimble
Bern
Ames
Early 19th Century Athens Jail Remembered in Local Lore
An Athens elder recalls the first log jail once at the Perkins site where citizens were jailed briefly on bread and water for riding a rail. The pioneer jail, two stories tall with living quarters below, stood near the M and C railroad and was rebuilt as a barn by Mr. Slaughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Esquire Barts
Athens County
M. & C. Railroad
Slaughter
Grand Closing Out Sale at the Grand Depot
The Grand Depot urges buyers to hurry as M. Selig & Co. will vacate soon and prices are slashed on remaining stock across all departments. Readers are urged to prepare for fall and winter needs with heavy reductions and items at less than cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Selig & Co
Athens
Rand
Charley Brown Moves Stable to Old Brown House Stables
Charley Brown relocates his bus back and livery stand to the old Brown House stables with expanded facilities for its operation. The move promises ample space to receive, care for and board horses for short or long terms at reasonable rates. A fall line of fresh patent medicines appears at the Gem Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Brown
Brown House
Army Re Union at Parkersburg
Re union of the Army of West Virginia at Parkersburg will be held Sept 12 to 14. Round trip Athens to Parkersburg tickets price 3 1 5. 5. Notables expected include President Arthur Grant Hayes Blaine Sherman Sheridan Hancock Logan Crook and orator Robert G Ingersoll. Ample arrangements made for attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parkersburg
Army of West Virginia
Athens
Arthur
Grant
Hayes
Blaine
Sherman
Sheridan
Hancock
Logan
Crook
Robert G. Ingersol
Public sale of second hand carriages and wagons planned
A public sale will be held at 1 p m next Saturday August 26 in front of Laird Josten s Carriage Factory East State Street. A large number of second hand carriages buggies phaetons express wagons and farm wagons will be offered without reserve. Many vehicles are in excellent condition and present bargains for immediate or future use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laird & Josten’s
East State Street
Choice exhibition of new style foot wear at Kern’s Bazaar
Peter Kern's Boot and Shoe Bazaar announces a grand display of new style foot wear featuring the latest Fall fashions for all ages and both sexes. The store aims to maintain its leading position as the fashionable emporium for stylish footwear, highlighted by fresh invoices of goods just received.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Kern
Emporium
Ze Plus Ultra
School books and supplies offered by Kurtz and Minear
Kurtz and Minear advertise in town and country with a broad assortment of in demand school books and related supplies at the lowest prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kurtz & Minear’s
Havanna Cigar Praised At Gem Drug Store
A Gem Drug Store is recommended for those seeking a first class Havanna cigar, highlighting its quality and selection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gem Drug Store
Keystone Wringer praised for durability and rubber construction
In praise of the Keystone Wringer, agent E Q Matthews promotes its rubber shaft wrap made by a patent White Rubber process. Rubber vulcanizes on the shaft, cannot be removed, and eliminates twine or wire rot. The Wringer is described as more elastic and durable than rivals, with longer wear warranty. Specimens are at Jas B Fulton's store in town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Q. Matthews
Jas. B. Fulton
Wool on deposit reclaimable after mill fire
Mr John Schreiner requests parties with wool on deposit at his mill during the recent fire to claim by applying at D B Stewarts flouring mill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Schreiner
D. B. Stewart
Gem Drug Store Offers Perfumeries and Toiletries
Go to C. B. Henderson's Gem Drug Store for perfumeries fancy and toilet articles. Stock large land well selected and prices low.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. B. Henderson’s
Gem Drug Store
The Washer-Woman's Friend Advertisement Promises Fast Laundry
The Air Pressure or Ten Minute Washer is claimed the cheapest best machine before the public and will wash an ordinary family in five to ten minutes. Price for family rights and washer set at three dollars. William T. Daugherty, Agent, Salina, Ohio, promotes prescription compounding at Gem Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willam T. Daugherty
Salina
Ohio
Keystone Washer praised as best cotton and linen cleaner
The Keystone Washer is hailed as the most efficient design for expediting and perfect washing of cotton and linen fabrics. Thorough tests at the editor’s house yielded favorable results, echoed by Athens housewives who have adopted it. E Q Matthews is the general agent for Athens and Hocking counties, with specimens at Jas Fulton’s grocery on North Main Street near State.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
E. Q. Matthews
Hocking
Jas. Fulton’s
North Main Street
State
Retail Stock Closure and Wholesale Venture Announcement
A card states a plan to close out retail grocery stock this month and on September 1 joins W. Brown in an exclusive wholesale grocery business. The author thanks friends for past patronage and signs as C. Stedman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Brown
Meee &E
C. Stedman
New Ticket Office Sells Coupons and Land-Exploring Passes
A line of Coupon Tickets is on sale at the Marietta and Cincinnati Exchange Office for all points in the East Southeast West and Northwest. Also round trip land-exploring tickets to Kansas Nebraska Arkansas and Texas cities and to Oakland and Deer Park Maryland. For further information apply to W. F. Scott at the M and E X Office Athens Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marietta
Cincinnati
Kansas
Nebraska
Arkansas
Texas
Burlington
Baxter Springs
Council Grove
Ft. Worth
Ellis
Independence
Kinsley
Columbus
Grand Island
Lincoln
Hot Springs
Lattle Rock
Dennison
San Antonio
Palestine
Texarkana
Waco
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ER. M. Jennings
Dvance
Charles Townsend
Supreme Court
John H. Doyle
Board of Public Works
Charles A. Flickinger
Defiance
Congressional
Rufus R. Dawes
Washington
Judicial Ticket
Hiram L. Sibley
Republican County
Uncle Sam
National Treasury
Jno. W
Telican
Tickee
Rome
Eee
SRS
Institute
Charley Brown
Garet
Grand Depot
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