Railroads must deliver improved service after wage raise
The public expects railroads to provide efficient service now that wages and rates have risen. If service improves and costs are reasonable, higher rates may be accepted. The aim is to keep the transport system functioning and avoid price spirals while supporting broader prosperity. Ohio's prominent role in national politics is noted, with emphasis on strong candidates from the state and its impact on national leadership.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Taft and Johnson Clash Over League of Nations stance
Former President Taft supports the League of Nations with reservations to protect the United States, while Hiram Johnson praises Harding’s acceptance speech and opposes the League. Taft favors the League. Johnson would block it outright. The split signals a broader party divide as Harding’s position is debated.
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Johnson
Harding
League of Nations
Hiram Johnson
League
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Senator Harding
Jolneon
Yesterday and Progress In American Life Observed
Disjointed reflections contrast yesterday’s memory with modern progress. Debates on politics, education, sugar imports, and reform echo a restless push toward real life while condemning past ways. The text mentions Connecticut teachers funding, prohibition tours, and traffic rules amid social change.
City Schools Set to Open September 7
Superintendent Zemer debunked rumors of an earlier start, confirming the city public schools will open on September 7. He explained the delay was due to planned furnace installations in several buildings and not a change in the start date.
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Zemer
Baseball Player Breaks Ankle After Being Hit at Practice
Harry Wel of the Pennsylvania team sustained a broken ankle bone and ruptured blood vessel when struck by a baseball during practice yesterday at Athletic Park.
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Harry Wel
Pennsylvania Vhop
Athletic Park
Falls Break Arm Of Young Vernon Yeater
William Yeater, three, son of Mr and Mrs Harrison Yeater of Went Yeater, fell from a porch yesterday fracturing his forearm. The incident occurred Monday afternoon at home.
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Harrison Yeater
Vernon
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Death Clatins Chas B Jackson Early Tuesday
Charles B. Jackson a Milford township farmer and stock raiser died at 6 oclock Tuesday morning at the state hospital Columbus after weeks of illness. Born November 14, 1853 in Milford he was the son of George and Sarah Jackson. He bought 100 acres in Milford in 1876 and built a fine farm. A loyal Democrat he had long been a potent local figure.
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Charles B. Jackson
Milford Township
State Hospital
Columbus
Mr. Jackson
George
Sarah Jackson
Par
Obituary of Mr. Jackson of Knox County Ohio
The obituary notes Mr. Jackson served as township clerk assessor treasurer and constable and performed duties conscientiously. In 1908 he became president of the Knox County Agricultural Society and was active at the county fair. He belonged to the Grange and Knights of Pythias. He married Melvina Rows in 1876 and is survived by six wives and one son, Postmaster Carroll Jackson of Gambier Ohio, with remains sent from Columbus to his niece Mrs. Mame Robb in Centerbury.
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Knox County Agricultural Society
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Knights of Pythine
Mitford Township
Postmaster Carroll Jackson
Gambler
Ohio
Columbus
Mame
Robb
Centerbury
Mrs John S Braddock Called By Death
Relatives in Mt Vernon report the death of Mrs John S Braddock of Little Rock Arkansas formerly of this area She died last Sunday at her daughter’s Stockton California home Burial will be in Little Rock on Saturday She was in her 70s and survived by two daughters Mrs Frederick Braddock of Stockton and Mrs Hale Sturges of Mansfield two sons Edward Braddock of Little Rock and W D Braddock of Chicago One son John Sellers Sr was killed in an accident six weeks ago Eleven grandchildren and several sisters are named local relatives include Mrs J S Morton and Mrs FW Lastover with other siblings listed from nearby towns and states.
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Mt. Vernon
John 8. Braddock
Little Rock
Arkansas
Stockton
California
Lite Rock
Braddock
Knox County
Edward Burson
Frederickown
Mra. J
Morton
Mra
East High Street
Stephen Ulery
Marengo
J. W. Wynkoop
Spring Lake
N. J
Birth announced for Majora child at Gambler Street
A Kon was born today at the M. and 8. wonitarium to Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Majora of West Gambler Street. The parents reside on West Gambler Street and welcomed a newborn.
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M. and
8. Wonitarium
Clinton Majora
West Gambler Street
Pure Breeders Meet Sunday in Knox County
The Pure Breeders Association of Knox county will hold its next meet on Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the offices of Sochty Agent 8.1. Anderson in Mount Vernon. Every phase of the work of the association will be discussed and each man is requested to bring his patent findings to air before the crowd. The Duroe hog breeders will have a special meeting after the regular meeting.
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Knox County
Anderson
Mount Vernon
Carpenter Falls From Barn Roof Injures Man
Howard Steinmetz, a carpenter, fell from a barn roof south of the city this afternoon and sustained internal injuries. He was removed to a hospital for treatment.
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Howard Steinmetz
Supt and Matron of Knox County Children's Home Resign
Mr and Mrs Harry W Deenis supt and matron of the Knox County Children's Home resign their posts to take effect when successors are appointed. Secretary R L Jones notifies the civil service commission and an examination to fill the vacancies will be held soon. The resignations were tendered because of Mrs Deenis's health.
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Harry W. Deenis
Knox County Children’s Home
R. L. Jones
Civil Service Commission
Columbus
Poultry Demonstrations Draw Local Interest Across County
Demonstrations led by County Agent Anderson and Ohio State Poultry Inspector Clark drew over fifty attendees each. Respondents expressed strong interest in applying the science to their flocks, citing potential flock economy and intent to adopt new methods after the week’s sessions.
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Anderson
Ohio State
Clark
Death at Brink Haven: Mrs. Roop Dies at 78
Mrs Anha Roop, aged 78, died at her home in Brink Haven village after a illness. Survived by several daughters. Funeral set for Thursday afternoon at Band Ridge church north of Jellyaway. Interment will follow in church cemetery.
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Brink Haven
Anha Roop
Thin Village
Band Ridge
Jell
Knox County to Extend School Year to Nine Months
County Superintendent J C Marriott announced that practically every rural school in Knox county will run a nine month term in 1920 1921. Previously most schools had eight months. the coming year will extend the school year to nine months.
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Knox County
J. C. Marriott
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