07 May 1915
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Newspaper
Fulton County Tribune
Location
Wauseon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1915
Page
1
An essay argues that Jesus’ teachings demand personal transformation before societal reform. It emphasizes individual willingness to follow the spirit over self, the goal of a regenerated society, and the highest value of friendship with God through obedience to Christ. The piece reflects on moral ideals, social reform, and humane conduct as inseparable from faith.
The Thatcher measure seeks to grant railways a revenue boost from passenger service and requires Public Utilities Commission approval. A test House vote stood 72 to 33 in favor, with support concentrated in several counties. After a period of debate, proponents argue quicker prosperity by aiding railroads, while opponents warn of higher fares and political division across counties.
Fulton County Rural Carriers hosted a large gathering with carriers from Williams Henry Defiance Wood Lenawee and others. State officers president secretary and treasurer attended plus many wives. A banquet followed a varied program with music and praise for service and raising the standard.
The May session covered routine business and a sidewalk grade request on Third street. Street cleaning on Clinton street for dust control was approved for study by the street committee. A bid advertisement for street lighting was approved to follow legal requirements. A pole for a crane on Hickory street was permitted with a $1000 bond. Blackbird nuisance at North Park sparked debate on injunctions or Boy Scout-led eviction. The meeting adjourned.
Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan plans a fall trip to Ohio to campaign for the statewide prohibition amendment. Details on dates and duration will be announced later as leaders of the temperance movement seek his support, with Bryan pledging to assist if time permits. He recently spoke to 12,000 pledgers in Philadelphia and addressed a New York rally.
Washington report details a 25 000 mile journey of a U S Post Office Inspector to Guam and Manila to probe a five percent discount clause under the Underwood Tariff bill, a provision blamed for revenue shortfalls and treaty conflicts. The controversy, with Inspector E P Smith and Postmaster Duarte involved, spans court bids and a pivotal ruling from the Attorney General. Also covered is local baseball and Wauseon hopes for support as the team works to rebound after a rough spell.
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