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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 02, 1882

Page

9

Commission to revise taxation weights aims to fix inequities

The Ohio State Journal notes a new commission to reform the tax system, tracing its history from 1826 and 1846 reforms, and highlights school tax disparities and banking tax inequities. It calls for equalization across counties and fair taxation of national banks.

Hamilton County Franklin County Butler, Clark Franklin Greene Hamilton Montgomery Athens Auglaize Gallia Henry Jackson Lawrence Lucas Mercer Monroe Putnam Scioto Washington Wood Delaware Ottawa Butler Ohio National Banks First National Bank of Toledo First Naonal Bank of Lima Delaware County National Bank First National Bank of Hamilton Ohio State Journal

Food Adulterations Stir Calls for Heavy Penalties

A lengthy report by Professor Chandler from New York warns of widespread adulterations in baking powders, soda, cream of tartar, sugars, spices, canned goods, and even medicines. Sublimate of lime is cited as a chief adulterant in cream of tartar, risking long term stomach damage. The piece urges strict laws with fines, half to the informant, to spur chemical testing and public health protection.

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Commission Deliberates on Garfield Statue Model in Columbus

The Garfield statue commission in Columbus did not decide at its meeting. Governors, judges, and lawmakers named as members will review models from Niehaus Rebisso Powers Bailey McDonald Doyle Carpenter and Boda now exhibited in the Governor's office and consult with Mrs. Garfield who may visit Columbus soon.

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Democratic Victory Spurs Liquor Trade Boost

The recent Democratic win appears to renew energy in liquor sales, signaling a potential uptick in business activity across outlets and distributors as policies shift. The shift may affect licensing, pricing, and consumer demand in the forthcoming months.

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