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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1913
Page
4
Semi weekly issue notes resolutions of respect and obituaries at Mt Vernon with notes on local politics and referendum battles. It praises Governor Vox for opposing corruption and safeguarding the referendum while highlighting general public sentiment and press commentary on the era.
A long, dialogic piece debates whether the state should control vital utilities’ valuation or let large corporations underpay taxes through favored methods. It traces tensions since 1910 reforms, cites the State Tax Commission, and references political fights over property assessments and revenue needs, urging protection of public welfare.
A passage argues against current rules that force owners to bear assessments, praising merit in keeping property off the duplicate and criticizing opposition by equity activists and other groups.
Short locals note a flurry of visits and greetings as residents travel between Dennison Chicago Toledo and Columbus with family news. Social calls include Rev Helm preaching Aug 17 at Millwood church and preparations for Bladene- Dore inspection. Nearby headlines record travel to Danville Akron Cleveland and engagements with community events and a Star of Bladena chapter visit.
The article describes members arriving to participate in a tenting event at the Montana Preparations Association meeting held today. It notes decor and participation across sections with riders and pedal events featured, including the presence of several notable attendees and discussions on race standards and venue arrangements.
Albany N Y Aug 13 Governor Sulzer was impeached by the lower house in a 79 to 32 vote. Nine members appointed to conduct impeachment proceedings. The House spent the morning on the resolution with a 6 16 am adoption. Sulzer has not commented and rumors of support from Chief Counsel Herrick circulated as tensions rise at the capitol.
James Farley, a notable Strixbreaker figure, is reported to have died from tuberculosis. The obituary notes his notoriety in the field and his enduring influence on local circles.
Shanghai Aug 14. The rebel forces facing Admiral Taong in Wusung surrendered after sending a message that their surrender was largely due to lack of money. Rebel officers scorned the situation, and the soldiers will be disarmed and disbanded.
Governor Cox met with Cin cinnat i no strike advocates in Columbus to discuss a proposed extra session to enact an arbitration law modeled after Canada. He said he would take the matter seriously but did not commit. Delegates noted Canada requires a 20 day delay before strikes or lockouts and uses a board of arbitration whose findings are not compulsory.
Toledo reports a minister, M. F. Nagb, pastor at Cygnet Portage and Jerry City, suspended from ministry by a church jury after a two day trial on immorality charges. He is suspended until the church conference at Urbana in September. The charges allege unbecoming relations with a married woman living near Jerry City.
A historical anecdote recalls Henry Irving breaking his rule of solemn stage conduct during a performance of Othello with Mina Bateman as Desdemona. A whispered quip about paper leads to an unintended burst of laughter from the corpse rug, ending Irving’s serious-onstage vow.
In a restaurant, a group discusses death and a stranger warns one among them will die before midnight. He recounts Buena Vista veterans Brice Pierce and Skidmore: Brice falls, Pierce dies, Skidmore survives a cannonball, and the story ends with Baxter questioning Death and leaving in fear.
Hugh L. Nichols is considered for the role of chief justice of the Ohio Supreme Court. The article notes discussions about his candidacy and potential impact on the court's direction. Parties involved include Nichols and state judicial officials. The report mentions the timing and context of the possible appointment.
Columbus O Aug 14 Lieutenant Governor Hugh L Nichola of Batavia Ohio is said to be slated for the new office of chief justice of the supreme court. Governor Cox and Lt Governor Nichola have conferred. Nichola's elevation would create a vacancy in the lieutenant governor’s chair and Senator William Green of Coshocton is strongly considered for the post.
The Robeson Historical Society invites descendants of Jacob, William, Solomon, Elizabeth and Mary Robeston, Scotch-Irish descendants who settled near Danville around 1800, to the annual reunion at St Taike's Grove on Wednesday August 27. The event includes a historical address by H. Ht. Grear. bring baskets and join in renewed acquaintance.
Denver Colorado August 1 4 The triennial conclave of the Knights Templars closed its formal program today Many knights have left but many will stay a week or longer Headquarters for nearly all commanderies have closed and will disband by morning Remaining templars took excursions to Colorado Springs Garden of the Gods Manitou Springs and other nearby sights Thousands began trips to points of interest around the capital
At the Georgia State Agricultural Society annual meeting in Cuthbert Ga Aug 14 Dr H E Stockbridge Fulton spoke on Book Marming Mias Mary T Creswell Claire discussed Work in the Rural Home Colonel George M Napier De Kalb spoke on The Lawyer and the Farmer Hon J D Price Oconee presented Country Life and Hon S G Molendon Fulton explained What Are You Going to Do About It Mt Vernon Business College Fall term opens Sept 2 Special enroll offer by proprietor G A Miller Henry W Savage to stage Delftland extravaganza by P Hang Flath and Dr Margaret Crosse next season.
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