New Ohio tax commission to oversee normal schools and reform
Gov. Harmon appoints the state tax commission to replace county boards and oversee tax administration. The panel will hire engineers and accountants to value public utilities and expand normal school facilities with two new northern Ohio schools costing over $2,000,000. Judge Dittey heads the commission with Munn and Poland as members.
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Columbus
Harmon
State Tax Commission
Langdon Dill
Ohio
Robert M. Dittey
Highland-county
Democrat
Nichols
Commission
Dittey
Comee
Highland County
F. E. Munn
Normal
Normal School Commission
Governor Harmon Takes Summer Rest at Charlevoix Home
Governor Harmon will begin his rest on June 30 and travel to Charlevoix Michigan for July with his family. He plans to stay through August barring any urgent trips back to Columbus, with all grandchildren accompanying him except one daughter Mrs Cassatt of Cincinnati who will join them in Europe.
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Harmon
Charlevoix
Mich
Columbus
Cassatt
Cincinnati
Europe
Charievoix
Suit Seeks 11626.35 From Cincinnati Distributing Co
Attorney General Denman files common pleas court action in the states name to collect 11626.35 from Cincinnati Distributing Co for failing to file annual reports since May 1908 under the Willis law. Secretary Thompson requested the suit. The firm is capitalized at 10300 dollars.
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Cincinnati Distributing Co
Common Pleas
Denman
Thompson
State Printer John L Sullivan Boosts Office Revenue
Experts B F Brown and W C Wikoff audited the state printer’s office under John L Sullivan and found he turned 2166.54 into the state treasury from sales of gold sweepings and paper shavings, making the office a revenue producer for the first time in history.
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John L. Sullivan
B. F. Brown
W. C. Wikoff
Sullivan
Bullington
Contested Removal Case Over Mayor Gorrell in Zanesville
A petition signed by 866 residents asks Governor Harmon to remove Mayor A. H. Gorrell amid charges of misconduct and neglect connected to Muskingum county’s wet and dry agitation. The case centers on whether the governor can act under current statutes to remove a mayor.
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Harmon
A. H. Gorrell
Zanesville
Charles Dodd
Gorrell
Herrick
Ellis
Muskingum County
Ohio Valley Exposition to Feature Regional Fruits Exhibit
Fruits from Ohio Virginia West Virginia and Kentucky will form a key part of the horticultural exhibit at the Ohio Valley Exposition in Cincinnati from August 29 to September 24. Buyers from the north middle west and far west are expected to attend and fruit growers are sending produce to Cincinnati for cold storage ahead of the show. The event opens a new market for southern fruits along the Norfolk and Western route.
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Ohio
Virginia
West Virginia
Kentucky
Cincinnati
North
Middle West
Far’ West
South
Norfolk & Western
Baltimore & Ohio Plans $7 Million Car Purchase
Baltimore and Ohio railroad officials intend to buy 500 box and coal cars in response to growing traffic. The $7 million order follows the company’s policy to provide facilities for moving traffic and is expected to be funded by existing note issues.
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Baltimore_& Ohio_railroad
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
Baltimore & Ohio
Woods launches bid for governor with Medina support
Representative Frank W. Woods of Medina, author of the Woods bill, entered the race for the Republican nomination for governor. His candidacy was formally endorsed by Medina county’s executive committee in a special session.
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Frank W. Woods
Medina
Medina County
Cleveland to Host Next Ohio Christian Endeavor Convention
Delegates at the silver jubilee convention in Cincinnati voted to hold the next annual Ohio Christian Endeavor society gathering in Cleveland. Officials from the previous year were renominated and re elected except Treasurer Vin ton M. Page who has moved out of the state.
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Forest City
Ohio Christian Endeavor Society
Cincinnati
Cleveland
Vinton M. Page
Grants 28 Life Certificates To Columbus Teachers
The state school commissioner issued life certificates to 28 Columbus teachers. The action confirms credentials for educators in the city, reflecting administrative approvals affecting personnel.
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Columbus
Prisoners Allowed Cigars for Fourth of July
The warden’s office allows prisoners at the penitentiary to smoke cigars on July 4 while prohibiting pipes and cigarettes. They will rise at 6 30 am, have breakfast, return for the morning count, then may visit the prison yard until dinner.
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Penitentiary
Fashionable vacation garments for sportswear and mohair
Fashionable bathing attire emphasizes mohair and silk fabrics with bold trims and plaids. The guide notes durable saltwater wear for women, suggests ready made blue or black mohair suits with white braids, and describes practical tennis outfits including skirts and mariner shirts with specific material details and sizing.
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Dame
Slipper Case Adapts Chintz for Fitting
A description explains how applied chintz on slippers is shaped to form toe sockets so each slipper fits securely. The final display will include a hanging shoe case for a full line and a separate case for dainty pumps and slippers, improving organization over individual bags.
Cushion that Won t Slip for Armchairs
Practical ideas for a dainty non slipping head cushion shown in a sketch. Two narrow cushions join at the center forming front and back pieces so their weight balances to stay in place and be simple to make.
Say Little To Avoid Hurtful Gossip In Social Scenes
A reflective piece on why comments about others in social settings should be avoided. It cautions against boasting about invitations, commenting on hosts or guests, and discussing weight or illness. The tone urges tact and discretion to prevent harm from thoughtless remarks.
Cushions For Chair Back With Fringe And Floral Design
The article describes cushions for the back of a chair with two cushions overlapped and hung over the chair back. It notes cushion material is optional and provides size guidance from diagrams, stressing at least twelve inches of fabric between the cushions for padded chairs and suggesting finishing with a ball fringe and floral motif.
Ideal Dress for Little Ones
The ideal dress for children is the pinafore style easy to renew overdress and bodice for changing weather. The serge overdress may be worn with a cotton or flannel blouse as the thermometer dictates.
Canada Land Boom Draws Homesteaders Across the Border
Immigrants from the United States and other regions rush to Central Canada as crop prospects soar. A 150 000 new American settlers plus 100 000 from other regions are expected by year end, aided by railways like Grand Trunk Pacific Canadian Pacific and Canadian Northern. Agents of the Canadian Government offer maps and guidance to secure land before prices rise and accessibility improves.
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Canada
United States
Grand Trunk Pacific
Canadian Pacific
Canadian Northern
States
Absence Etiquette Sparks Witty Exchange
Dialogue captures a light exchange where Miss Cayenne refuses to speak kindly of the absent unless it helps dissenting tiresome people stay away. Pryor notes a potential inducement to keep them from returning.
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Young. Pryor
Miss Cayenne
Trained Nurse Recounts Healing with Resinol Ointment
A nurse describes treating a six month leg ulcer with Resinol applying twice daily for four weeks, resulting in permanent healing. She notes prior experiments with various methods and cites prior use on children's facial eruptions with satisfactory results. The testimonial is from Mrs Isadore E Cameron of Augusta Maine.
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Isadore E. Cameron
Augusta
Horrible Thought
A fragment reflective line questions if war with England is imminent and ponders whether Alfred Austin might pen a poem for Roosevelt's visit.
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England
Alfred Austin
Roosevelt
A Woman’s Advice on Soap and Health Claims
A fragment presents a woman praising Easy Task soap for not damaging fabrics and for removing dirt and germs. It includes assorted notes on laundry tips, a Murine eye remedy advertisement, and a quoted Addison line about neutrality in public danger.
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E Remety Co
Chicago
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Sera
Woods
Addison
Mary Roberts Rinehart
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