Ohio land values rise despite free silver claims in 19th century debate
The article argues state land valuations in Ohio increased from 1870 to 1890, contradicting free silver advocates. It cites decennial appraisals showing farm and city real estate up in nominal terms, while silver bullion remained volatile. Officials say records prove values grew with population and economic factors, challenging anti-free coinage assertions.
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Land Values and Free Coinage Debate in Ohio
The Columbus State Journal argues that farm land prices fell in Ohio since 1889 due to westward land expansion and migration, not because of free silver. It contends free coinage laws from 1870 did not drive land value changes, noting a fifteen year decline and shifting demand away from home farms.
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Ohio
Ohio Farme
Free Aliver
Columbus State Journal
Free Coinage of Pumpkins Advocated by The Railway Age
The piece mocks free coinage proposals by proposing pumpkin currency as a satirical solution. It argues pumpkin money would let farmers gain votes and even highlights branding on a pumpkin dollar. The text notes the absurdity while inviting readers to compare with free silver ideas.
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Railway Age
United States
Kentucky
Virgina
Constructions in Mexico Report Highlights Harsh Labor Conditions
A Chicago Labor Committee report on Mexican labor conditions describes stark contrasts between Mexican and American workers. It details low wages for Mexican laborers, the contentment with minimal housing, and a warning to American workers to have funds secured before crossing the border.
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Mrs Castle Examined at Holloway Jail in Fur Theft Case
London October 12. Government mental expert Dr Savage has examined Mrs Castle and her husband W M Castle of San Francisco. She is held in Holloway jail awaiting police court trial for stealing valuable furs. The results are not public, but San Francisco may provide expert evidence if she is committed for trial.
Frank J Cheney oath claim for Hall's Catarrh Cure
In Toledo Ohio Frank J Cheney swears as senior partner of the firm F J Cheney Co that the firm will pay one hundred dollars for each case of catarrh that cannot be cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary A W Gleason dated December 6. Cheney Co. Toledo sells through druggists.
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Toledo
Lucas County
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F. J. Che & Co
Hall
Frank J. Cheney
A. W. Gleason
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Theft, Punishment, and Trade in an African Village
A rough account describes theft near a village in Africa and a punitive act by a group, where natives brought meat and provisions for barter. A confrontation at a pool ends with a spear and knife exchanged, then returned, while observers note the community’s reaction as the event unfolds.
No Time Should Be Lost By Those Troubled With Seetineies
Seek relief from Hostetter's Stomach Bitters in early stages as it improves general health. Delaying treatment is unwise for fever age kidney complaints nervousness debility and ailments the remedy targets.
American influence reshapes French education system
The piece argues France moves toward American schooling trends with stricter, prisonlike schools and boarding lycees losing appeal. It notes fewer students finish the humanities as many pursue a modern practical course, enabling earlier entry into life.
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Bentzon
No to Bac tobacco quitter ad claims cures and strength
An old advertisement touts No-to-Bac as a cure for tobacco quitting promising regained manhood and strength. It claims 400000 cured and ten pounds gained in ten days, with a booklet and sample mailed free from Sterling Remedy Co. The copy ends with a stray line about bill collectors and a bicycle.
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Ad. Sterling Remedy Co
Chicago
Newe York
Cure a Cold in One Day Ad Claims
Advertisement style excerpts push remedies like Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets and Cascarets with refund promises. Quips imply social gossip about Jinkins, marriage, and a red-headed cousin, framed as a light, era tone catalog of products and jokes.
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