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Newspaper
Democratic Northwest
Location
Napoleon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1885
Page
4
Ohio Republicans fret over Foraker and western support while Cleveland era politics draw fire. The piece cites conventions, court rulings on taxes, and local patronage shifts as figures move through Toledo and Springfield, with broader mentions of statewide figures and party strategies.
The article outlines upcoming postal changes effective July 1, including allowance for marking printed articles without extra postage, free transmission for newspapers and subscriptions at reduced rates, and a one cent per pound rate for mail with certain conditions. It also notes a ten cent special delivery stamp for rapid delivery to large population centers. It then shifts to Ohio politics with Judge Foraker nominated for Governor on the first ballot and critical commentary on Republican rhetoric and court rulings concerning voting rights.
Washington dispatch reports Congressman W B Hill of Ohio discussing replacing office holders with Admin allies in Gen Muldrow's office. An amused colleague, Col. Bob Ingersoll, joins the exchange and backs filling offices with loyalists for public service.
The Ohio Legislature should reform the grand jury system which current ly acts as a secret star chamber. It cites overreach, secrecy, and high indictment rates with few cases actually leading to trials or convictions. The piece also notes historical newspaper items about Sherman and Union figures, reflecting on past events.
The piece recalls General Garfield and political strife, noting his assassination and the call to restore business and industry as core public aims. It also recounts a bizarre Episcopal wedding in Dayton where the groom Hueber used his foot in the ring ceremony and embraced the bride.
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