Tax law reforms boost taxable capital across Ohio counties
A long analysis argues that prior tax rules unfairly taxed real estate while undervaluing mercantile capital and money at interest. It notes rising land values, shrinking debt, and the 1845 law’s success in bringing hidden capital into the tax rolls. The speaker criticizes opponents and praises reform efforts and bank taxation changes.
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Cowen
Edmont County
Burrew
Stalin
Hamilton
Hamilton County
Linde
City of
Cincinnati
Senate
House of Representatives
Queen City
Belmont County
Columbus
Ohio
Arrival of the Great Britain Steamer From Liverpool to New York
The Great Britain steamship arrived Aug 10 in New York after a 15 day voyage from Liverpool under Capt. Hoskens. The vessel carries 35 passengers and 252 total accommodations including 26 single rooms and 113 double rooms. Reports describe its size, iron construction, screw propulsion, and lavish saloon and dining room fittings.
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Great Britain
Hoskens
Liverpool
London
Sars Grey
Hewick Hall
Viscount Canterbury
House of Commons
Manvers Luton
Ewart
Robert Peel
New Zealand
Pername
Surat
Althou
Canton
Jackson
Davies
Henry Pollinger
Cir
Amoy
Argus
American Securities
Guppy
Common Schools in Ohio Progress in Education
Flattering overview praising Ohio’s education advocates and citizen support while noting the need for reform. Highlights include the Sandusky Teacher's Model School opening Sept 2, the county examiner’s push for rigorous qualifications, and the aim to elevate common school standards across the state.
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Ohio
Friends of Education
Obie
Stste
Citiens
Sandusky City
Osceqla
Territorial aggrandizement as policy sparks sharp debate
A letter rails against the claim that annexing Texas and expanding territory serves a political principle. It questions motives behind territorial gains, cites Jefferson and historic wars, and condemns the Locofoco stance noted at Baltimore conventions as reckless pursuit of new lands.
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Locofees
Vfstu
Greece
Rome
England
Texas
Locofoco
Baltimore
Thomas Jefferson
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