Inheritance Tax Debate Explained by Harrison Judge
Probate Judge J. B. Worley clarifies Ohio inheritance tax provisions in Harrison county. He explains the 2 percent tax applies only to excess over 3000 per heir, with examples, noting few estates pay tax and rebates exist for early payment. He urges fair treatment and honest discussion before repeal.
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Herrick's honest stand praised by Uhrichsville paper
The Evening Chronicle of Uhrichsville lauds Governor Herrick for a candid speech at the City Opera House. It credits him with clear explanations of the Brannock bill, refusal to bow to anti saloon league pressure, and a duty driven stance that wins GOP and many Democrats. The piece urges support as true Republicans rally behind him and stresses church state separation.
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Evening Chronicle
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City Opera House
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Uhrichsville
Tuscarawas County
Old Time Operators Rise From Telegraph to Millionaire Class
The New York gathering of the Old Time Telegraphers and Historical Association recounts how former telegraph operators advanced to wealth in various fields. Notables include Andrew Carnegie and Thomas A. Edison, who leveraged telegraphy early. John C. Barclay leads the group.
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Old Time Telegraphers and Historical Association
Recorder Golf
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Mor Carnegie
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Edison
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W. OC. Brown
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Losi Weir
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Robert C
Western Union
TC. Eckert
Meitimillionaire
George
Ewin
Howard
Frank Gould
Jay Gould
Edwin
Sloward
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The Coming Man and the Tyranny of Machines
A London Truth peer piece discusses a parliamentary inquiry into mechanical dependency. A witness lists devices replacing basic functions from writing to seeing and hearing, suggesting life would become servile to technology, leaving a man of 2005 utterly helpless without machines and media.
Lincoln's Birthplace Farm Sold in Holgeville
The small Holgeville farm where Abraham Lincoln was born sold for 33500 dollars. R J Collier of New York purchased it and will take possession in December. The 711 acre property was bought as an investment and valued near its agricultural worth.
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Holgeville
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New York
Extinct Camel Enamel Bulletin From UC Zoological Dept
The University of California Zoological Department issues a bulletin on an extinct enamel species once found in prehistoric California. Excavations near Potter Creek Cave in Shasta County revealed segments of camels that lived during the Quaternary period.
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Zoological Department
University of California
Potter Creek
Shasta County
Cold storage seeds protect legumes and crop prospects rise
The article notes cold storage for legume seeds to guard against weevils, mentions corn root worm damage in a long blue grass rotation, and predicts a superb matured corn harvest due to favorable weather. It laments over hunting pressure on quail and hawks, admires Chinese protection of game birds, and reflects on aging farmers and irrigation driven agricultural empire.
Seed and Clover Fertility Prompts Improved Corn Yields
A farmer laments seed price debates harming him as he notes a 40 acre field yielding two crops and extra value from Clover and barnyard manure. He urges timely seed selection in October, warns about price relations, and promotes clover as a key soil improver. He argues for non discriminatory road access for cooperatives and stresses ambition beyond average farming.
JAPS AS FARM HANDS
A reader from an eastern state asks about importing Japanese laborers to help on American farms. The writer extols Japanese diligence, agricultural training, and efficiency, arguing immigration could boost farming output and reduce labor shortages. The piece notes Japan’s restricted emigration but suggests policy shifts may allow recruitment.
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Isberer
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Alfalfa Prospects For Wisconsin And Nearby States
Inquiries consider growing alfalfa in Wisconsin Minnesota Illinois and Iowa. The evidence shows alfalfa can be grown on rich well drained soil and withstand winter, but it won t replace clover in rotation. First cutting in June is hard to manage, but alfalfa pasture proves valuable for cattle hogs and sheep. August sowing on fertile ground yields better stands than spring planting, and alfalfa hay provides a strong winter ration for dairy cattle.
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Iowa
What to Do With the Corn Crop of 1900
Speculation surrounds the 1900 corn crop as analysts expect a very large yield yet low prices. While booming harvests may ease demand, the key worry lies in average yields per acre, which are far below potential.
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Jorges Ryan
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