Poston Voted for Honor and Public Trust Amid Coal Boom
A local editorial praises Lorenzo D. Poston over James Stockdale for public trust and integrity. It recalls Poston’s hard work, frugality, and self-made wealth from Hocking Valley coal near Nelsonville, asserting his vision for coal development and regional railroad expansion.
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Senatorial Convent Nominates General Thomas for State Senate
The Republican Senatorial Convention at Muskingum nominates General Samuel Thomas of Zanesville for the State Senate. The Treasury Department arranges in New York to supply 260000 dollars daily in fractional currency to meet demand. By October 1 small denomination notes will be ready for issue, with a capacity of 300000 dollars per day if possible.
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Burying Dead Issues in Political Nominations
A speaker criticizes opponents for nominating controversial figures tied to the Civil War era. He cites Vallandigham, Pendleton, Pharman, and Seymour as examples of “burying dead issues” by placing tainted figures in governor, vice presidential, and presidential races. He argues the public should remember their actions and not forget the betrayal during union efforts.
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Pikes road question to be decided by voters October vote
The county commissioners plan to put the Pike road issue to a popular vote on October 12. Supporters urge backing Mr. Boyles while opposing factions are urged to vote straight Republican, condemning Mr. Morrison as alignment with Democratic overreach. The editorial calls for Boyles to top the ticket when results come in.
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Democratic Retrenchment and Rising State Taxes
A critique notes taxes paid to the State Treasury rising since 1860 with figures showing a 1867 increase over 1866 and another jump in 1868. The author argues Democrats preached retrenchment while tax receipts climbed by nearly four million dollars in peacetime, despite war expenses concerns.
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Boyles Backed by Progressive Democrats for Commissioner
The more reasonable Democrats countywide support Boyles for commissioner. They oppose Morrison who said he would not respect ballot results on turnpike road questions, claiming Boyles will honor voters on this and all issues.
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Democratic jab mocks Athens Meigs land ownership in county race
A reader lampoons a Commissioner candidate for owning no real estate in Athens county while holding lands in Meigs. The letter argues the choice shows lack of local interest and mocks the Democratic and anti pike tax factions. It notes Boyles and Ashford Poston own Athens county land, unlike Morrison.
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Debt Trends Under Democratic Rule and Grant Era Contrast
The piece contrasts Democratic claims on debt growth with figures from Johnson's administration and Treasury records. It cites Thurman's Sandusky speech noting a $23 million rise in three months and McCulloch's report showing large debt increases from 1867 to 1868. It then shows debt declines after March under Grant, arguing Democrats complain regardless of debt movement.
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Opposition meeting ends in disarray over Boyles race
Fifteen pike supporters in Lodi township denounced the plan to defeat Boyles by belting and failed to identify a rival he cannot beat. The gathering adjourned in bad humor, underscoring GOP disarray while urging support for Boyles. The piece cites the New York Tribune on Pendleton and Ohio Democrats, questioning loyalties and past stances.
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Honest Taxes and A Fairfield County Fair
A critique contrasts whisky tax revenue under two administrations noting higher grants officers collection. The Fairfield Agricultural Society announces its eighteenth annual fair at the society grounds near Lancaster across four days in October with rough date placeholders.
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