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Newspaper
Democratic Northwest
Location
Napoleon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1888
Page
12
The ad proclaims revolutionary price drops on paints wallpapers and window shades at Saur and Balsley promising guaranteed quality and wide assortments. It urges home brightening with DIY put up goods and highlights a soda fountain inviting customers to refresh themselves.
A historical explainer argues tariffs raise consumer prices by marking up imported cloth through middlemen. It surveys ad valorem and specific duties, runs a wool tariff case from 1867, and cites Ohio sheep stats to claim protection harmed farmers and industry.
The Chicago Daily News credits two core principles for its growth and nationwide appeal. It emphasizes a daily paper for busy readers and a commitment to fair balanced reporting free of partisan bias, plus affordable pricing that broadened its audience and circulation. The notice promotes a one cent per copy price and annual subscription options.
W A Taylor argues that excessive and unjust taxation harms taxpayers and farmers, condemning tariffs as a tool to shield protected interests. He calls for a fair revision of the tariff and tax relief, accusing Republican leaders of sophistry. An endorsement for Dr Jones Red Clover Tonle markets a tonic at 50 cents.
A local citizen recalls past kindness from Saltzgaber while recounting a quarrel with Baltegaberry over party loyalty. The author, a laborer who once faced smallpox exposure and rent debt, supports Saltzgaber for Congress and criticizes Baltegaberry’s politics and past actions.
A fragmented 19th century ad-style piece touts Perinand Tudtinn Pits as a cure for liver problems and various ailments. It lists numerous supposed benefits and urges readers to buy for one dollar, claiming the pills will regulate the liver and ease headaches and stomach issues. The text name drops several local agents and places, presenting as a broad piecemeal medical pitch.
Napoleon Electric Light Company announces incorporation May 23 with capital of 15000 dollars in 400 shares of 2 dollars each. Stock subscription books opened at the Bay of Monticello Hotel in Napoleons town, Henry County, Ohio. All persons invited to subscribe.
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