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Newspaper
Coshocton Age
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1903
Page
4
A humorous town vignette contrasts poplars shedding leaves in July with a political muddle. The piece traces a seven delegate slate for a state convention, questions who drops out, and lampoons Democratic intra-party strife as members jockey for roles and argue over who should go.
Citizens are urged to avoid burning on paved streets as leaves fall. Bonfires damage tarred pavement and heat. Use alleys for burning to protect sidewalks and keep streets safe for housewives and pedestrians.
The Toledo Blade reports Tom Johnson abandons indifference to run for governor as Zimmerman's campaign gains. It claims Johnson allies allege Hanna and the Republican machine support Zimmerman, while Republican money is used to defeat Johnson in key counties. The piece argues the paper favors Johnson’s nomination and party control, viewing his rise as a quick path to political condemnation.
The Warren Tribune notes Massachusetts statistics showing over 100000 women in factories, 79000 in service, and 20000 professionals, with many unmarried. It questions women entering strong physical trades and argues motherhood remains a higher ideal, while praising ambition and labor outside traditional roles.
Politically charged remarks from Dowling at the Neil advocate a Johnson backed slate including Norton, Clyburn, Gear, Finley, Childers, and Durbin. Mention of Zimmerman support, Goldsoll talks, and anticipated strong armed campaigning. Columbus Post to launch in September under Spergel with Democratic alignment to fill Westhate vacancy. John W. Bookwalter cites reliance on reporters.
Thomas H. Rickets Republican senate candidate addressed old soldiers at Wiser’s camp in Pickaway county. Johnson forces push into Columbus. Zimmermann’s camp fights to unseat Cu yahoga delegation. Bryan to tour Ohio with Johnson. Bookwalter support splits former allies. Wyandot and Crawford counties shift on free silver.
In a heated scene the Monnett forces deny Senaiting clam to be attorney general candidate while Akron and Sandusky join the convention lineup. Lucas county Democrats led by John Bolan back Zimmerman as Bryan Democrats and independents back Johnson under Golden Rule Jones. Bitter splits may trigger dual delegations from Lucas. Mahoning County backs Zimmerman though Johnson partisans claim Youngstown will block a Clark County victory.
A collage of clipped humor and remarks from sources like Tit-Bits and the East Liverpool Tribune. It recounts misprints and mixing of stories about a local editor and stories of calf theft, with lighter quips about a frontier hero and a Plainfield contributor. It mentions a squirrel-hunting contest and a joke about saying chauffeur in a crowd.
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