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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1897
Page
4
The piece lists a Republican state ticket with names for governor lieutenant governor and other offices and critiques the Columbus Democratic Convention led by John R. McLean. It notes U S treasury expenditures including pensions, honors the late Thomas J. Brashearn, and rebukes Republican doubters about carrying the state.
The piece profiles Horace I Chapman as a coal mine operator from Jackson County active in Ohio politics and lobbying. It notes his wealth from labor, leadership of the Ohio Mine Operators Association, and alignment with party causes including free coinage and court reform, while predicting political challenges due to his ties to John R McLean. It also mentions concerns about Dr F W Gunaulus' health and sanitarium admission.
A garbled section describes Bronchini care products and a startled scene with quick relief claims. It mentions names J. Ho Clise and unclear references to medical aid and tablets.
Washington notes on July 5 report that Senator Alliso and allies pressed the tariff bill through the Senate with amendments still to settle. The House adjourns, while leaders expect final passage this week. A proposed tax on stock and bond certificates aims to curb bucket shops and curb stock speculation. President McKinney may propose a currency reform commission to set the proposal for public discussion.
Contributors claim the strike would cut coal supply and partially halt dig manufacturing, blaming Republicans and Senator Hansa. Mr Scott disputed the plan, saying it would fail and cause no real harm.
Ohio Republicans praise last year’s victory and urge continued loyalty to President McKinley. They back a strong foreign policy, Cuban independence, Hawaii annexation, civil service reform, veterans’ pensions, and a national arbitration board to resolve interstate labor disputes.
The Ohio Republican platform praises wool growers protection, fiscal honesty of Governor Bushnell, and the state legislature. It pledges biennial sessions, reduction of unequal taxation, prudent appropriations, and local self government while supporting Senators Foraker and Hanna and endorsing Marcus A. Hanna for United States senator to succeed himself.
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