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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1886
Page
5
The Messenger reports on Grand Army encampment in San Francisco and Payne investigation issues, plus the Cincinnati election fraud inquiry and proposed nonpartisan committee. It notes budget strains from Hoadly administration, silver bill discussions, and the Pugsley election bill, with details on key figures and legislative maneuvering.
The speech argues for Dakota admission highlighting veterans of the Union Army and land grants. It criticizes the Democratic party for disfranchising these veterans and blocking reform measures like the Cincinnati Police Commission bill, tying political moves to a broader Senate power struggle.
The Cincinnati Commercial Gazette argues for a neutral inquiry into alleged frauds in Hamilton County. It calls for a six member delegation, three Republicans and three Democrats, to report openly with no conclusions, aiming to inform an overwhelming Ohio citizenry regardless of party.
Ex Colonel Donavin arrived in Columbus to testify before the Legislative Committee investigating corruption in the last Legislature. He says he will provide positive proof that Senators and Representatives sold their votes to H B Payne for silver or greenbacks. Ro Wather reported everything to Valentives for the inquiry.
Several bills propose restoring and uniforming the liquor tax at two hundred dollars starting, ending discrimination between malt and spirituous liquors. Debates urge careful regulation, delayed effect, sworn returns of purchases and daily sales, and a graded tax if needed.
The Hocking Valley Oil Company offers low rents to a responsible party at Sugarcreek and invites applications to Alex Kerr in Philadelphia. E T Bingman advertises piano and organ stock at prime cost for 30 days as he closes his business in Athens. The Edwards House hosts a notice in Athens for the Agricultural Association meeting February 6 1886 to elect five directors. Ednei Graham's grocery advertises brisk business opposite Warren House with inexpensive clerks and goods. Valentines are advertised.
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