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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1881

Page

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Temperance split shapes Ohio politics and wheat outlook

The temperance debate splits supporters over prohibition local option and taxation. Republicans hold the balance, with many favoring working inside the party for reform. Ohio agricultural data shows wheat yield around 38 million bushels, with a shrinking surplus and cautions on realizing crop value. The piece also notes prohibition enforcement in Kansas, Democratic platform on sumptuary laws, and a wide array of regional items including rail, weather, and local elections.

Grand Cincinnati Exposition Attracts National Interest

The Grand Industrial and Art Exhibition in Cincinnati opens and runs to October 9. September features include a Grand Re Union of Soldiers and Sailors September 14 to 17 with a parade expected of about 50 000 veterans. The United Order of Odd Fellows holds its annual convention September 20 and unveils the monument at Oak Grove Cemetery. A single round trip fare will be charged from all stations on the main line and branches of the Magnetta and Cincinnati Railroad.

Cincinnati Rant United Order of Odd Fellows Opting Grove Cemetery Ma- Netta & Cincinnati Railroad

Corrupt money aide to nomination shocks voters

A Corning correspondent reports Nook Walter was seen last week giving five dollar bills to miners. Reports condemn the display as the state’s most shameful corrupt use of money to win a nomination and buy votes.

Corning Nook Walter Emily

Electric light on High street enlightens Columbus at State Fair

The electric display on High street during the State Fair night revealed a veined brilliancy beyond readers' expectations. Visitors in or near Columbus can view it by approaching the State Journal office, which after the fair has secured prominent illumination for its own use and for much of the city as well.

Kansas Topeka Virginia Grosvenor Flipper Grangers Harrisburg Columbus State Journal

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