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Newspaper
Lima Argus
Location
Lima, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1849
Page
5
The readable text sketches a historical portrait of a ruler described with contrasts in height and bearing. It mentions Leeden and Free as places, references Napoleonic era figures and generals, and hints at a public perception of a stern, commanding presence. The fragment ends amid vivid but uncertain observations.
The text describes a colonial style road labor statute. Supervisors can compel residents to furnish teams and labor for road improvement at seven o clock in the forenoon. Individuals unable to work may be exempt. households with families are treated as residing where the family lives. Delinquent workers may discharge obligations by paying one dollar and fifty cents.
Statutory provisions empower county commissioners or district supervisors to remove obstructions on roads and highways. Offenders face fines and damages recoverable by supervisors, with funds directed to road repairs. Railroads and authorities must prevent blockages and may be fined for delays or hindrances to travelers.
Beanstown trader Beanson P Holmes announces a Lima sale on October 4 1852 featuring silk laces new ribbons dress goods and brocade patterns. He touts Alpacas at 154 cents a yard and warns against humbug while inviting all to view the splendid stock and fashionable wares from the Kip family catalog.
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