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Newspaper
Coshocton Weekly Times
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1909
Page
6
A fragmented 1920s style column laments political muddle and stalled projects. It mentions Taft era tensions, tariff debates, and public scandals ahead, interspersed with local incidents in Ashland and Delaware reflecting slow governance and social concerns.
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The piece contrasts weak independent interests with strong corporations and cites court rulings on telephone company mergers. It notes Judge Taylor's injunction against Bell Telephone and a conflicting view from Judge Anderson, suggesting a path to a broader legal rule. The article critiques how constitutional change and tax costs loom as Ohio contemplates a new convention.
A fragmented report on tariff talks, pro and anti Taft positions, and anticipated prosperity tied to tariff reform. The piece cites Coshocton Holmes County cost shifts, a Millersburg trial, and party line rhetoric about fiscal policy and election hopes. It also notes library-like arguments over tariff revisions and the persistent campaign language surrounding tariff sainthood.
Governor Harmon explains he must decline numerous public invitations to attend gatherings to avoid neglecting public business. He emphasizes prioritizing work over travel and leisure, citing a busy schedule at the executive office. The report also covers varied local items from real estate to a court sentence in Flushing and other brief notes.
The piece accuses Republican majorities of planning to spend the surplus in the treasury while blaming the Governor and Treasurer. It argues current policy will erode surplus, raise interest, and burden taxpayers. It lauds public sentiment and warns against political favoritism and corporate excess, urging careful oversight by Ohio voters.
WJ Bryan opens his Jefferson club banquet speech by lauding the governor while contrasting the state’s handling of public funds with the Republican leadership. He accuses Republicans of aiding banks, benefiting from campaign contributions, and using capital to intimidate workers. He recalls Democratic reform leadership and denounces monopolies and special privileges, warning against socialism.
Governor Hartman spoke at the Jefferson club banquet in Columbus pledging that voters will register a stronger protest than that which elected Pattison and Mormon governors. He accused Republicans of financial mismanagement, graft, and using surplus funds without adequate revenue, warning of tariff-driven profits for corporations and a shift in state finances under Democratic leadership.
F M Walker of Dresden brought a $5,000 damages suit against Millard Nethess and T J Comer in common pleas court at Zanesville. After plaintiff testimony and defense requests directed verdict, the court sustained, jury not required to rule. Walker’s wife died in Dresden that morning. he conducted the case, aided by court guidance on juror examination. He earlier hired three attorneys who died before trial.
Chili Ohio May 19. Mr and Mrs Wm Wendt and Geo Rinner of Coshocton were stranded en route to New Bedford and spent the night with Albert Amos. Funeral of Mrs Valentine Hupnich drew crowds the largest in years. H H Leindecker named supervisor to replace Henry Miller ill. Doctors found lesion near the lungs. Wool buyer Milan Lawrence of Keene tops a sales group. Norgran of Keene bought a fine driving mare from Albert Atres. English Seventh Day Adventist church council to meet at Evanscock. H R Miser visited relatives in West Lafayette. County recorder notes sixteen land tracts for the Cleveland Barber- tom, Cowkocton, and Sanenville Rectric railway.
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