Democratic State Convention for Ohio May 5 6 1908
Notice of the Democratic State Central Committee for Ohio plans a state convention in Columbus on May 5 and 6 1908 to nominate candidates for state offices for the November election. Delegates are apportioned by county votes for Pattison with primaries or conventions to elect delegates. meeting times and committee structure are outlined with temporary officers and anticipated officers to be named.
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Democratic State Central Committee
Ohio
Columbus
John M. Pattison
County Board of Deputy
State Supervisors of Elections
United States
Committee On
State Central Committee
Franklin County Memorial Hall
East Broad Street
Edward H. Moore
Mahoning County
Benjamin F. Gayman
Franklin County
Bert S. Bartlow
Butler County
Board of Public Works
Supreme Court
Denver
Guernsey Morgan
Muskingum Noble
Washington
Charles A. Kloeb
Toledo Blade Attacks Ohio Republican Ticket in Editorial Storm
The Toledo Blade, a leading Republican anti ticket voice, runs screaming editorials opposing large parts of the GOP slate. Boss Brown resides in Toledo, reflecting the paper’s aggressive stance in an important voting region.
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Toledo Blade
Ohio
Boss Brown
Toledo
Waterworks issue boosts Council Bluffs mayoral win
The Democratic candidate for mayor and a Democratic council were elected by a large majority on Tuesday. The campaign centered on municipal ownership of the city waterworks, with the mayor and council-elect backing the proposition. The result signals a trend in local affairs.
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Council Bluffs
Iowa
Coal Miners Hope Suspension Short, Business Conditions Improve
The writer notes miners expect a brief work suspension and expresses hope it is short. They see signs predicting better business if coal mining remains steady next year, emphasizing coal as the foundation of most industries and a key product of our economy.
Alderman Named to Republican Executive Committee
A. D. Alderman of Marietta serves on the district's Republican executive committee, which is made up of 24 members including the officers.
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A. D. Alderman
Marietta
Governor Johnson Opens Chicago Headquarters
The headquarters of Governor John A. Johnson is opened in Grand Pacific building Chicago. Supporters in the northwest will push his presidential candidacy through organized backing and publicity.
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John A. Johnson
Grand Pacific Votes
Chicago
Northwest
Obivo Legislature Debates Adjournment Date
The Obivo legislature contemplates an adjournment proposal with April 2 as the probable date. Lawmakers argue they should stay in session until all essential work is finished.
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Obivo
Legislature Must Assert Its Supremacy Over Other Departments
The passage argues that a dean lock on the Initiative and Referendum proposition weakens democracy, noting the house committee’s opposition and its power to block enactment. It warns that when the legislature is subordinate to other government branches, the rule of the people becomes a nullity, urging lawmakers to uphold constitutional rights.
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Bigelow
House Committee
Congress
A Bid for Presidency Mirrors Modern Political Tactics
The speaker reflects on shifting norms from old time to now, noting that candidates chase nominations with shameless vigor. Question arises whether this marks progress or a loss of dignity, as public esteem and political maneuvering blur.
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Huppier
Gray for President Nomination Campaign Office Opened
Headquarters in Washington City promote Judge Gray of Delaware for the presidential nomination. Gray is described as an able conservative Democrat with extensive public service and no sympathy for Populism or Socialism.
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Washington City
Judge Gray
Delaware
Labor World endorses Roosevelt as labor candidate
The issue supports Roose velt for president as The People's Choice. It argues the Sherman Anti-Trust law amendment is needed after a Supreme Court interpretation that harmed unions, and the President advocates the amendment making him a logical labor candidate.
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The
Labor World
Roosevelt
Supreme Court
Ohio hat law sparks parade debate on dress rules
The spring styles of ladies hats meet the wisdom of Ohio’s compulsory hat removing law. A contemporary argues against applying the law to circus parades while noting enforcement would limit exhibitions to front gallery seats. Yet hats remain beautiful and wearers charming.
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Ohio
Fairbank Delegation Presses Immediate Tariff Revision
Fairbank's Indiana delegates advocate an immediate tariff revision, signaling a dispute with Congress committee led by John Dalzell. They stand against Indiana Ohio McKinley Roosevelt and the press, aligning with independent voters who fear the growth of oppressive trusts.
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Fairbank
Indiana
Committee of Congress
John Dalzell
Pennsylvania
Ohio
McKinley
Roosevelt
Railroads to hire 250000 to 300000 this spring and summer
Railroads expect a large spring and summer hiring push across repairs, shops, tracks, cars and locomotives with wages near last year’s level. The move aims to ease shortages as other industries may follow and a coal mine situation may clear soon. Citizens urged to prepare to work.
Paper Trust Robbery Spurs Tariff Debate
The article protests a tariff on newsprint as enabling a paper trust to rob newspapers. It cites President McKinley and Roosevelt urging reform while a conservative committee resists, warning of a broad political movement and long-term impact.
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Combine
Ief
McKinley
Roosevelt
Treasurer LaFollette Returns From Southern Trip
County Treasurer J. A. LaFollette came home Monday after a southern vacation. He denied circulating reports about his bondsmen and said he would seek their source. A probate committee will report on the treasurer’s books April 7, and hints of a replacement bond were noted.
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J. A. LaFollette
South
H. W. Lubccock
LaFollette
Cincinnati
Pastures Green
Republican Press
Free Pass Abuse Sparks Senate Call for Reform
State Journal argues against 52 lower house members who opposed a bill banning railroad passes for public officers. The piece says passes bias lawmakers and railroads, urges retirement of officials who vote for free passes, and contrasts legislator pay with constituents. It calls Ohio to reject the taint of free passes and uphold a clean, unbiased standard.
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Ohio
Iit
State Journal
Taft Policy Stirred by Taft Administration Review
A four column Mindanao paper from Lamboanga in the Philippines surveys Gov. Taft and his administration. The principal article debates whether the people want Taft and if his reward lies in his Philippine labor. The piece offers a thorough critique of his policy and actions.
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Inter- Island News
Lamboanga
Mindanao
Philippine Islands
Taft
Philippines
Advocates of John A. Johnson Nomination Active
The Minnesota governor's backers declare earnest effort to nominate him for president. They notify William J. Bryan of opposition and report broad encouragement nationwide. Bryan has toured the country and built an apparently invincible organization aiming for the first ballot nomination.
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John A. Johnson
Minnesota
Wm. J. Bryan
Bryan
Public Opinion on Republican Party Dissent Voiced in Chronicle
The Chronicle publishes a sample of Republican opinions from Ohio, lamenting disorganized party condition. It cites defection of the colored vote, labor anger, business displeasure, and internal coercion, warning that bossism and unfair methods ruin chances in the next election.
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Chronicle
Rep
Ubrichsville
Tuscarawas County
U S Diplomatic Force Secures Manchuria Peace
The United States shows strength in diplomacy as Russia and likely Japan withdraw from Manchuria plans. With government mediation a formal settlement is believed to be agreed, ensuring peace among belligerents for an indefinite period.
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United States
Russia
Japan
Manchuria
Indianapolis meeting aims at quick coal wage settlement
Representatives of the coal miners and operators in the central competitive field including Ohio meet in Indianapolis and favor a speedy settlement and resumption of bituminous mines while wage scale talks continue. No evident ill feeling or strike threat remains as the two-year scale is expected to continue as the minimum.
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Indianapolis
Ohio
Lower house passes Employers' Liability bill amid party blame game
The lower house has approved the Employers' Liability bill with expectations of a senate review and potential approval or delay. Minority Leader Williams sparked anger by claiming Democrats deserve credit for passage, while members shift responsibility to the Senate to appease voters.
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Congress
Supreme Court
Senate
Williams
Independence spreads as papers urge thoughtful voting
The Cleveland News denounces blind ballots and party propaganda urging voters to oppose unfit nominees. It joins regional outlets like the Toledo Blade and Sandusky Register in promoting genuine independence across the state.
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Cleveland News
Northwest
Toledo Blade
Sandusky Register
Ohio State Journal Urges Tariff Revision On Wood Pulp
The Ohio State Journal argues for tariff revision stressing wood pulp removal would trigger near term discord with timber duty still on the table. It contends public sentiment favors thorough revision and labels standpatism as an outdated memory akin to 16 to 1.
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Ohio State Journal
Republican
Press and publishers seek relief from paper trust extortion
The printer and publisher community urges Congress to curb paper trust extortion. Speaker Cannon signals attention by introducing a resolution of inquiry, yet he warns against premature investigation. The piece notes Republican conventions in Indiana showing the climate for action.
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Congress
Indiana
Cannon
Times
Trusts Fear Tariff Cuts More Than Other Controls
The text argues that ordinary efforts to curb trusts meet mild opposition from magnates, while tariff reductions trigger immediate, heightened protests comparable to a wild animal attack, illustrating the political leverage magnates hold over tariff policy.
Presidential duel looms between Taft and Bryan
Walter Wellman notes a general consensus that a Taft versus Bryan race will unfold at the polls. Analysts from both parties express doubt over any clear winner with Western Democrats optimistic that Bryan could carry Indiana Illinois Montana Washington Idaho Colorado Nevada North Dakota and perhaps win without New York. If the East and South block the plan the Denver convention could become a Bryan ratification meeting.
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Walter Wellman
Record- Herald
Taft
Bryan
Indiana
Illinois
Montana
Washington
Idaho
Colorado
Nevada
North Dakota
New York
Denver
Postmaster at Fairview Dead
David E. Morris longtime Fairview postmaster and Republican figure died Saturday afternoon after a brief pneumonia illness. Born in Harrison county he was about 65 and survived by his wife two daughters and a brother. Funeral services were held at the family home at 1 p m conducted by Rev E O Morris.
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David E. Morris
Fairview
Morris
Harrison County
Frank Creighton
Washington
Carrie
California
E. O. Morris
Byesville Votes School Bonds
The special election to issue bonds for a new Byesville school building carried Saturday. Bonds totaling 25000 were approved with 123 votes for and 90 against. five ballots were discarded as illegal.
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Byesville
Thomas Bell Dead Forsythe Mine Citizen
Forsythe's mines resident Thomas Bell died Sunday night after a long illness at age fifty four. He is survived by his wife and four children.
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Thomas Bell
Forsythe's Mines
Dawes faction gains another victory in state politics
A. B. Osler of this city helped secure support for the Dawes faction as the central committee malce this district. A. D. Alderman of Marietta was chosen a member of the Republican state executive committee, marking another Dawes win.
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A. B. Osler
State Central Committee
Byesville Women Shop in City on Monday
Mrs. Harry Dudley and Miss Edna Hall of Byesville were seen shopping in the city Monday, highlighting local social activity.
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Harry Dudley
Edna Hall of
Byesville
City
Court House News Marriage Licenses
Alexander Dumerlin and Claire Lymaux of Black Top plus Chas R Waddell and Olive N Spicer of Hartford listed for marriage licenses. Will of Rebecca Lane filed with probate hearing set April 11. administrator Wm L Leeper for Mary McCartney estate. Divorce grounds listed as gross neglect and adultery for John Batyik vs Mary Batyik.
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Alexander Dumerlin
Claire Lymaux
Black Top
Chas. R. Waddell
Olive N. Spicer
Hartford
Rebecca Lane
Wm. L. Leeper
Mary McCartney
James A. Dennis
Mary C. Dennis
A. H. Griffen
L. C. Greer
Rosemond & Bell
The
Yoker Valley Telephone Co
Frank Dillon
F. W. St. Clair
Millwood Township
John Batyik
Mary Batyik
Sheppard
White Agrees to Convention Decision for Fifteenth District
Representative George White of Washington county will leave nomination to the convention, signaling he will be the Democratic candidate for congress in the Fifteenth district. Democrats believe they can defeat ex-Representative James Joyce of Cambridge, the Republican nominee, this year.
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George White
Washington County
Congress
Dawes
James Joyce
Cambridge
State Journal
Local residents listed in town updates and events
Neal Early moves family from Cambridge to Washington while many others return home or visit relatives. Meeting plans at the Presbyterian church feature Rev F I Woollett and a VP Co U of the TB church entertainment is set for April 18 with 10 and 15 cent admission. Mourning notes extend sympathy to Mrs Frank Creighton on her father Morris death. Dr Keenan of Cambridge attended a Saturday night call.
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Neal Early
Cambridge
Washington
Mary A. Mahaffey
Monroe Markley
C. S. Stewart
Barton
East Main Street
Grace Montgomery
Columbus
Lemuel Bonnell
Newark
Mary O. White
William
North Street
Kate Wyrick
West Main Street
E. B. Wallace
Zanesville
Wheeling
Sistersville
Clyde Boniphant
J. C. Woodburn
South Street
Robert Crawford
Martha Crawford
Claysville
J. H. Swan
Peter Tedrick
Winterset
Presbyterian Church
F. I. Woollett
A. G. Eagleson
Ravia
Wills Creek
Oklahoma
Co. U
Church
Town Hall
Frank Creighton
Morris
Fairview
Keenan
Town reports mix of church duties and medical cases
Dr J M Thompson attends Mrs Belle McCoy with head ailment. Rev McGibben preaches at three venues then funeral service at county infirmary. Lawrence offers new spring and summer garments made to measure. J K Law learns from Somerton of daughter Nellie illness. family travels to Barnesville and Cambridge, where Nellie improves after appendicitis.
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J. M. Thompson
Belle McCoy
McGibben
U. P
County Infirmary
Leavant Hill
Lawrence
J. K. Law
Somerton
Belmont County
Nellie
Law
Barnesville
Keenan's Hospital
Cambridge
Bond of 75000 Accepted as School Depository
At the Cambridge Board of Education meeting held at the Central school building last night the Cambridge Savings Bank Co. bond of 75000 was accepted as depository for school funds. The usual bills and the teachers' payroll were approved.
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Cambridge Board of Education
Cambridge Savings Bank Co
Work on M and L R R Suspended Pending Title Settlements
Work on the M and L R R between Washington and Lore City is paused for a few days while questions of title to right of way and coal leases are settled. Some property owners along the route have filed to quiet titles, but only a few signatories resist their agreements. The issue is expected to be resolved soon and construction to resume.
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Washington
Lore City
Senator Williams Dead in Ohio District
Dr. Jas Williams of Monroe county near Summerfield Noble county died Friday April 8. Funeral set for Sunday. He was an aged physician with extensive practice and served the district as state senator for two terms. He was respected for high character and intelligence.
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Jas. Williams
Monroe County
Summerfield
Noble County
Williams
Monroe
Guernsey Counties
Northwest system inspection party passes through Marietta
A. M. Schoyer general superintendent of the Pennsylvania Lines of the Northwest system, with secretaries and clerks, rode a private three car train through the city this morning en route to Marietta. The party conducts an extended inspection of all Northwest divisions.
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A. M. Schoyer
Marietta
Purchases Store in Urbana Ohio by Postmaster Galligher
Postmaster Galligher of Quaker City has bought a large store at Urbana Ohio and will move his family there when released. Lee Scott son of James Scott of Oxford township is at Urbana in charge of the store for the present.
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Urbana
Galligher
Quaker City
Ohio
Lee Scott
James Scott
Oxford Township
Remains Taken to Nelsonville After Fatal Coal Fall
The remains of Alonzo Shelton, a young coal miner from Byesville, who died from injuries after a coal and slate fall at his home, were brought to this city by a special car over the C P L T Co and taken to Nelsonville for interment.
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Alonzo Shelton
Byesville
Nelsonville
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