County tax rise debated by Athens county commissioners
The commissioners defend tax increases since 1880 noting new levies for Soldiers Relief and Children’s Home and explain the bridge bond payments. They deny evading responsibility while conceding mistakes and urge scrutiny of funds. They state county and bridge funds bear responsibility and stress prudent use of all county funds. A separate note mentions a Canadian governor amid a royal scandal.
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Soldier’s Relief
Children’s Home
Court House
Prospects for Legislature Amid Fiscal Debates
The Messenger reports cautious optimism that the current Legislature will conclude without harming the canal system. Notes Kennedy’s vacancy and Governor’s appointing power, hints at Randall facing tougher odds on tariff policy, and mentions a few national and state political shifts including a Canada US reciprocity bill and Cleveland era views. Also praises Cincinnati Times-Star and tracks West Virginia senatorial ballots and Indiana’s Exposition invitation. The piece ends noting an inquiry into the Infirmary’s management under Van Pelt and the Board’s intent to pursue truth.
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van Pelt
Public clash over Herald and MESSENGER ethics in Athens county
The piece attacks the Herald editor for bias and deceit while defending the MESSENGER's integrity in filing bills and reporting tax notices. It accuses the Herald of malice and suggests political motives behind its reform rhetoric amid county commissioner disputes. The column also covers Ohio State Historical Society events and congressional matters, including state refunds, pensions, and Foraker’s New York banquet reception.
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Athens
Missenger
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Hickman
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Republicans Ism
Athens County
Marietta Exposition Celebration Ties Historic Society Ties
The Marietta Register notes no jealousy toward Columbus or Cincinnati as Marietta hosts an exhibition described as a celebration. The Historical Society of the State chose to pair its 1888 meeting with Marietta. A mixed up Cleveland Leader error misquotes Dr Windthorst about a German tragedy. It cites 1887 wage losses from strikes and coal shortages totaling $3,000,000. Senator Harrison’s Lincoln birth day toast provoked a joking reply in Columbus Dispatch.
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Ohio State Historical and Archeological Society
Senate Chamber
Columbus
Gov. Foraker
Republican Club
Delmonico’s
New York City
Abraham Lincoln
Foraker
Ohio
James G. Blaine
Maine
Marietta
Cincinnati
Historical Society of the State
Cleveland
Bradstree
Senator Harrison
New York
Lincoln
Wirth
Columbus Dispatch
Senator Van Wyck Direct Election Plan Favored
The Cleveland Leader notes Senator Van Wyck favors direct election of U S Senators by the people. The proposal is expected to face strong opposition from those who profit by buying legislatures.
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Cleveland
Treasury Department
New York
van Wyck
United States
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