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Newspaper
Carey Times
Location
Carey, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1920
Page
4
Editors and readers speculate on how ratification of woman suffrage will affect the upcoming presidential campaign. Republicans claim gains in ratifying states will help their ticket while Democrats point to Cox’s involvement and a Democratic state. Many expect women to align with men but some will vote independently.
Marshal Foch is cited as praising the American heart and the need for one hundred percent Americanism to extend practical help to all nations. The piece rejects nationalism that puts American interests first and urges showing a true heart of friendship worldwide.
A Chillicothe post office card asked a Carey resident to discontinue his subscription. The Carey wife explained the mix up when a clerk mistook her daughter’s delivery for the Carey Times, since the Carey man’s name did not appear in Chillicothe records.
The Maine election for governor and U S Senate and House seats was held Monday. The result shows a strong Republican victory challenging the adage as Maine goes so goes the nation. Garfield won the presidency by a handsome majority, following a Democratic showing in September.
The corn crop looks set to mature well as warm days and cool nights persist. Ground moisture remains, frost risk is low, and a bumper crop is anticipated. Potatoes and vegetables are sizable and high quality, aiding families facing high living costs.
The squirrel season runs September 15 to October 20, the duck season September 16 to December 31, and the rabbit season November 15 to January 1. Many hunting licenses are being issued in anticipation of opening.
Among active suffragists a generation ago Tennie Claflin and her mother Victoria Woodhull spoke on suffrage in Bucyrus Ohio. Tennie, born in Mor row county Ohio, was a leading orator in the movement in America and England for decades. The coincidence is her name Tennie C and Tennessee was the last state to ratify the amendment.
Italy faced a serious quake with multiple towns destroyed and many lives lost. California also experienced a strong shock that unsettled San Jose residents.
The Upper San Dusky county fair is underway and successful with many exhibits. An airplane display provides aerial stunts for attendees reflecting strong attendance so far.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer editorial argues baseball is kept clean by managers and magnates, while gamblers lurk in cities. It notes fake reports and fake fixing tales aimed at shifting betting odds, and says police should crush crooks parasitizing the game.
The Ohio Public Utilities Commission warned Thursday that natural gas in Ohio and West Virginia is diminishing and urged gradual withdrawals from some communities. If the West Virginia Steptoe act restricting exports is upheld by the Supreme Court, many Ohio communities would lose gas service. Consumers should prepare to use alternative fuels and conserve gas by all means.
Emergence of Hessian flies began in September endangering early sown wheat. Eggs on volunteer wheat prevent eradication, and old wheat stubble at Columbus yielded flies the following week. Entomologists advise checking safe sowing dates from county agents or Ohio State University.
Docket lists 125 cases in September common pleas court. Notable action includes Charles and Leon Thom against their mother executrix over a will alleged to have been made under undue influence. Property valued near $20,000.
The article explains that animal protein supports egg production and that hens may eat feathers if meat scraps or tank age are not provided. It notes adding bone meal to the ration as a corrective measure if feather-eating continues.
A Grady county family led by J. W. Robertson, with his wife and seven children, claims none have ever had tonsils. Robertson contends their lack of tonsils is natural and not due to medical operations.
Gov. Henry J. Allen paid only 80 cents to secure Republican state primary nomination by mailing petitions to friends for circulation. He spent little to launch his campaign.
Rebecca Chesebrough has been duly appointed and qualified as executrix of the estate of Silas B Chesebrough late of Wyandot County Ohio. Dated August 26 1920 Judge Charles F Close Court of Common Pleas Probate Division Wyandot County Ohio.
Sealed proposals will be received until 12:00 Central Standard Time on October 6 1920 for furnishing materials and labor to construct a new schoolhouse in Carey Ohio. Plans by McLaughlin Hulsken Lima Ohio. Bid forms from the Clerk or Architects. Deposit refundable on return of plans. Bonds or certified checks equal to 10 percent of bid. Bids must show labor and materials separately. Board may reject any bid or accept the most advantageous bid.
Cactus Joe defends a four flush as deserving respect though he criticizes attempts to improve it from the bottom of the pack. The remark underscores views on card play strategy and inherent value in this hand.
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