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Newspaper
Lima Gazette
Location
Lima, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1875
Page
2
Fragmented remarks debate political loyalties and legal attainments as discussions flicker about Mos. Baker, former farmers, and a Democratic candidate ahead of next Tuesday’s vote. Critics question integrity and expertise in law and governance.
About 40 000 Republicans skipped last election leading to a state ticket loss by 817 votes. The editorial urges Republicans to participate on Tuesday, not merely vote, but help the ticket. It notes a failed invitation to Democratic candidate Baker and asserts Lybrand as a better fit for County Inspector role, criticizing Baker's candidacy and apparent temptations.
A local notice endorses Lybrand for the county’s General Assembly seat, urging voters to back him over rivals. It argues Lybrad’s talents and business experience make him fit for office and criticizes opponents’ fitness, urging support to avoid party triumphs and to elect Lybrand.
Ws Minnen Republican sheriff of Allen county is well known after two years in office. Democrats focus on defeating Mr Miller using various means, but we hope to see Minnen triumph next Tuesday with a handsome majority.
The piece endorses Andrew J. Chapman a leading Perry township farmer for county clerk. It notes Ohio political sentiment toward anti Inflationists, Republican gains in Hamilton County, and predicts strong Republican turnout should Southern Railroad vote fall short, with campus visits and local legal notices referenced.
Supporters praise ALP and Tephilican nominee Shomite for Probate giving experience and honesty. They contrast him with an opponent described as seeking personal gain and office for prominence, urging voters to back him in the county race.
A fragmented advertisement signed Reno challenges the public to elect a governor and bets $41,000, pledging funds at the First National Bank of Cincinnati. The Enquirer notes a critical stance, labeling the Republican party as responsible and prepared to honor its pledge.
A local Delphos figure campaigns for treasurer, emphasizing selflessness, dedication, and business acumen. The candidate promises strict attention to local finances and honest leadership, aiming to modernize the town’s microfinance initiatives and public services.
County voters are urged to support William A. Birratax, an experienced county resident, farmer and stock raiser with farming and business credentials. The candidate emphasizes broad support from Democratic neighbors and strong sectional representation for the southwestern portion of the county, urging full vote and robust turnout.
Carsis Hannis, a longtime county resident, is nominated by the Republican for infirmary director. He is described as competent and reliable, a person needed to care for the public infirm. The piece urges voters to support Hannis generously to secure election.
The notice presents A J MuFannasp as a Union veteran and disabled former prisoner of war. It highlights his qualifications in trustworthiness sobriety and careful accounting and asks voters to remember him at the polls.
In a Cleveland talk Governor Woodford discusses the Continental currency episode. He traces its origin during the colonial wars, the rapid depreciation of shinplasters, repeated issuances, and eventual repudiation to restore national credit under Hamilton. The speech frames repudiation as essential to economic recovery, noting the broad reader impact and enduring memory of the episode.
The piece rails against inflationary policies, linking them to the Continental and Confederate currencies and urging working men to resist what it casts as a repudiation push led by Sam Cary and William Allen. It claims Governor Allen would resign after a second term to become a national figure, swapping state power for a presidential bid, while accusing Cary and allies of dangerous demagoguery and party betrayal. The Cleveland Leader voice warns Democrats they risk backing a figurehead governor and a possible inflation-driven presidency, promising forthcoming election reflections on October 13.
Public notice records a civil action in the Court of Common Pleas Allen County Ohio. Adams & Goodwill Company seeks judgment against Alvan Clark David Frocks and Lambert for one hundred dollars with interest and costs. An order of attachment was issued against Alvan Clark, who must appear November 5. The document references a prior 1864 promissory note to Young and details a contested business dispute in Cleveland and Michigan connections.
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