Filibuster Fails to Stop Coal Weighing Bill in Ohio Senate
In Columbus on Feb 24, intense House activity centered on a bill to regulate coal weighing at mines. A lengthy filibuster led to an adjournment and a final vote at 1 3 o clock. Senators clashed amid accusations over mine ownership influence and a heated exchange involving Senator Huffman. The bill passed 17 to 12, despite opposition from mine owners and heated rhetoric about misgrading coal and miners’ pay.
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Woman Infirmary Resident May Be Century-Old
In Richmond Indiana on February 24 a yearly report from the municipal infirmary lists inmate Mary Wyhe who, according to the superintendent, may be 116 years old. Records show she entered in 1884 and has spent about 67 years there. She has been insane for about half a century and has never spoken. Doctors doubt the centenarian claim, noting she would have been a child at the time of her admission if true.
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Uley
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Hamfield
Jap Is Married To American Negro In Portland Ceremony
A marriage took place in Portland yesterday between a man identified as Jap and Daisy Ta uged 21, once a worker at the Methodist Episcopal Chinese Mission. Rev W T Osbert of the African Methodist Church officiated. The groom is described as wealthy, stylish, and well educated.
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Portland
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Afdcan Methodial Church
Eaton Pastor Changes Headed to Carnahan County
The Rev. W. A. Guy, longtime pastor at the Church of Christ in Eaton Ohio, has accepted a new charge at Carnahan Darken County in C and expects to move Ada family there next week. The move ends his Eaton pastorate and marks a transition in the local congregation.
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Church of Christ
Carnahan
Darken County
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Re. Guy
Mprived
Ohio Penitentiary Criticisms Highlighted in Ohio Legislature
Ohio lawmakers heard J A Leonard of Rausfield Reformatory label the Ohio penitentiary and Sing Sing as the worst prisons in the nation. He urged reform and warned that rebuilding the old site may fail to meet sanitary needs. The session also advanced the tax commission power over local tax boards and debated measures on county option liquor laws and the Stockwell bill amid party tensions and procedural moves.
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Columbus
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New York
Sing Sing
Dle
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Jee
State Farm
Corn Association Meet Produces Good Results at Columbus
Butler County delegates report a productive Ohio Corn Improvement Association meeting in Columbus. The Ohio Partner summary notes strong attendance, discussions on adapting varieties, and emphasis on local seed selections from nearby sources to boost yields. Prof. Christy and Purdue officials highlighted yields from regionally sourced seeds and the value of testing local varieties through county trials.
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Ohio
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Yellow Springs
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Dutton
Rockingport
G. J. Christy
Purdue University
Indiana
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Montgomery
Middletown Teacher Weds in Covington Affair
Middletown Ohio teacher Alma Mnagnater escaped local schooling conflicts by eloping to Covington and taking the name Richard Mrey a Dayton business figure. The school board struggles to hire due to ongoing departures amid shortages. A separate incident involves three men attempting a trick in a magazine game, halted by a passerby.
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Covington
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Butler County Farmers Aim to End Wasteful Practices
A historical notice warns Butler County farmers against wasteful farming methods seen in eastern regions. It states past missteps included improper fertility management and livestock placement, urging sustainable practices to improve manure production, dairying, and overall farm profitability.
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Local Chamber Leaders Discuss Social Role of Expo
Best president of the Chamber art Commerce of Columbus. C R B Hayes of Ashville and Hiram Schaub of Canton attend as speakers. They emphasize that the National Corn Exposition should unite people socially to foster better understanding of each other and collaboration on mutual needs.
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Hauling Manure From City Stables Sparks Debate
Farmers discuss whether hauling manure from town stables is profitable and how to handle weed seeds. Opinion splits on distance and load usage with advice favoring substitutes like rye or clover to enrich soil.
Butler County Farmers Answer What Is Farming Worth
The writer urges Butler County farmers to measure production costs against the dollars earned from corn wheat hogs and other products. He compares farming to science and art, argues many fail by not applying business methods and knowledge, and questions why farmers cannot compete with manufacturers without improving understanding of costs and profits.
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Ceamery
Local Men Attend Columbus National Corn Banquet
A large crowd attended the National Corn Banquet at the Columbus National Corn Exposition on March 3. About 1200 guests dined while corn varieties were showcased. Toasts honored Mayor Marshall of Columbus Governor Kart of Minnesota and leaders from Ohio State University and Ohio agricultural groups.
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Butler County Farms and Wheat Trade Critique by Edison
A fragment discusses Butler County farms selling Oz Wheat and criticizes soil depletion. It cites Thomas Edison praising practical knowledge and condemns farmers overworking soil for wheat exports, blaming railroads and bankers for farmer ruin and misapplied intelligence.
Arbor Day Set For April The Seventh
Columbus dispatch reports Governor Hurwon proclaims April 7 as Arbor Day highlighting government aims to teach public, encouraging use of trees and birds and related actions for the nation.
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Columbus
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Gift of $100000 from J P Morgan to Washington fund
New York reports a $100000 gift from J P Morgan to the George Washington Memorial Association. The unsolicited donation will support the association’s building fund for a $2,500,000 project aiding Washington in the capital.
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New York
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Washington
Farmers Link Treaty Echoes From Butler County Voices
Obie Farner and Rural New York voices discuss President Taft's reciprocity treaty with Canada. Farmers fear higher costs and unfair competition while Grange committees warn it would tax wheat and protect manufactured goods, urging Congress to consider rural needs. Proponents cite potential market access, opponents stress prices and farm hardship near border.
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Washingdon
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Missing couple tied to probate case sparks alert in city
Friends report a topwriter and a popular gang member vanished after attending a probate court, with unconfirmed notices of planned marriage in Cincinnati. One woman, long a domestic in the Harp family, has disappeared amid family sorrow and growing concern over their whereabouts. Authorities seek information as relatives await further details.
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Cob Vivis City
Mina Max’ Yieill
Hoginnis
Cincinnati
M Hill
Leon Harp
Se Hill
Ex-Governor Campbell Opposed to Optometry Bill Debate in Columbus
Ex governor James B. Campbell led opposition in Columbus before the senate Judiciary committee on Dean ophthalmology bills. John G. Eberhart and Neasing spoke for the measure while critics argued it would raise professional standards and threaten medical practice. Attorney Steed and Dr. Snyder warned of risks, with Campbell stressing opticians’ role and the public need to avoid imposters amid population growth.
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