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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1914
Page
2
The Banner reports on Standpat editorial lines opposing state tax cuts in Ohio, alleging Republican control and influenced banks profit from public funds. It criticizes state officials and media for misrepresenting finances while noting plans for a special session to lower levy rates.
Untangling claims filed by December 31 shows vast work and legal costs. The report contrasts old and new procedures, noting average processing times and court involvement while highlighting political party efforts to restore perceived values.
Fragmentary historical text argues for reducing corporate taxes while keeping individual taxes high. It cites figures from a Harding pamphlet and critiques party alignments, claiming elites fund coffers through indirect taxes. The piece reflects partisan rhetoric about policy shifts and political dangers.
In eighteenth century New York near Canal Street on Richmond Hill a mansion hosted Phoebe Frauncis, who with Thomas Hickey plotted to spy for the British. Phoebe lured Hickey into plotting Washington’s poisoning, and exposed the scheme with evidence leading to Hickey’s arrest and trial. Washington pursued punishment for the conspirators, including Governor Tryon, while Phoebe’s testimony helped convict the guilty parties.
The article recounts the birth of the American flag on June 14 1777 and its appearance in the delayed Delaware engagement near Fort Stanwix and Coopers Bridge. It notes Washington Howe Cornwallis and Maxwell forces, Stedman’s history, and Morgan riflemen’s impact as Delawareans recall raising the banners at the bend of the stream and the significance of Betsy Ross legends.
A digitized diary extract from John White of Salem Massachusetts records Revolutionary notes. Entries mention Continental troops bombarding Boston for three nights, depictions of Salt price unrest, and reflections on governance. An 1780 note recalls President Washington visiting the town.
A whimsical verse paints a four year old boy as a miniature patriot with cap and plume, sword of wood, red cannon, and starry banner. It praises bold play, drums, and marching as a homage to Washington and the revolutionary spirit.
The Descendants of the Signers is a group of men and women tracing ancestry to the signers of the American Declaration. Organized at the Jamestown exposition in 1007, it grew to more than 150 members.
A patriotic excerpt echoes John Jay's 1861 call to endure slave power piracy and European meddling. It urges Americans to renew oath to one republic one constitution and one destiny under God with liberty and union now and forever. The text stresses unity, courage, and loyalty to the Stars and Stripes.
A collage of quotes from Chicago Tribune Puck and New England Colonist to San Jose and President McKinley celebrating the Fourth of July. The excerpts reflect humor, fireworks budgeting, political sentiment, and calls to patriotic unity across diverse voices.
State Highway Department of Ohio invites sealed proposals for paving and drainage on the Mt. Vernon to Coshocton road in Clinton and Monroe Townships. Bids due July 7 1914 at 2 pm with contract bond equal to bid. Completion by August 1 1915. Plans on file with County Commissioners and State Highway Department. Commissioner Marker reserves right to reject any or all bids.
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