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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1914
Page
4
The piece cites Republican maneuvers around nominations with figures like Foraker Harding and Taft, noting how fixed rates and increased utility assessments affect taxpayers. It references the Mornack era rhetoric, party committees, and local news from The Mansfeld News plus figures on death benefits and funeral costs under state commissions.
A garbled midwestern column reports on political courage and strength for party candidates. It notes Governor Cox's growing strength and hints at possible assembly action to address tax concerns, reflecting optimistic projections despite unclear phrasing and dates.
The Mandpatter group overstates their aims to weaken the proposed waste levy cuts. They ignore that the reduction in the plate levy is aimed to stand at two shillings and six pence in all counties, with the commonwealth in duplicate.
The passage argues that a stats levy and a proposed framework could lead to higher property yields while promising future rate cuts. It questions local officials raising rates to appease taxpayers and notes a broader administrative plan aiming to compel lower rates across Ohio, describing the program as powerful and potentially unavoidable.
The piece argues Gov Cox should call the legislature in July to cut the state tax levy, claiming the Warnes tax law uncovers hundreds of millions in untaxed property. It contends critics mislabel the action as politics and praises the governor for prudent, common sense leadership to save taxpayers money. It cites Cleveland’s share of hidden property and asserts the move aligns with responsible governance.
Washington reports the House has approved a $250000 appropriation to advance army aviation under Brigadier General George P Scriven and Colonel Samuel Reber. The Senate pauses until the trust program completes, outlining officer totals, pay raises, and a four year service period for aviation cadets and officers.
A severe electrical storm in North Liberty Ohio on Saturday night caused extensive damage. A valuable horse owned by Aumunl Whistler was struck and killed by lightning. A horse owned by George Hoanwan was badly injured after being frightened by a bolt near a wire fence. Telephone service in the village and nearby areas was disrupted.
Buffaly New York reports the Reverend William T. Walker of the Protestant Episcopal Diocese of Western New York celebrated his seventy fifth birthday today. Born in New York City, he studied at Colum Lin College and the General Theological Seminary, was ordained in 1863, served as vicar at Calvary Chapel in New York, and later held roles as missionary bishop of North Dakota and bishop of Western New York, with residence in this city.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a restaurant visit and domestic scenes with vague references to meals, housing, and spring cleanup. Names and places are garbled, offering no clear event, date, or verifiable details.
Ashland Press notes Champ Clark lauds long service for the nation and the Missouri district, arguing that experienced lawmakers like DeArmond and Ashbrook deliver greater results. He urges reelection of Ashbrook to continue effective representation and committee influence for the district.
The Anil plento rally and homecoming of Mt Zion Sunday school will be held at Harris Grove three miles southeast of Bladensburg on Saturday August 16. Schools invited, bring filled baskets and enjoy the day. HW Society of Bladensburg Christian Church will hold an ice cream sale at the church on Saturday night July 4. The Cave grounds open free July Fourth. Refreshments served all day and evening. T. B. Parker.
An explosion sparked a fire that raced through all floors of the seven story Thomas Sons produce and mercantile building in Youngstown. The disaster caused estimated damage of at least 125000, with only part insured. Four men were injured.
Canton reports Peter Buechler won a popular vote for Lomville postmaster. The office pays $1,600 a year.
The state civil service commission ruled that civil service employees at state county or municipal levels may serve as election judges or clerks without breaching regulations. The opinion responded to inquiries from several locations across the state.
The Canadian Pacific announces the Lake Shore line for passenger trains between Toronto and Montreal is now available. Built over two years at a cost around 12 million dollars, the new route expands regional transportation facilities and promises improved service.
Baltimore, June 2. Tomorrow marks the fifty third anniversary of Cardinal Gibbons ordination as a priest and the twenty eighth anniversary of receiving the red biretta of cardinalate. He will be eighty next month. He has been ill for two months and recently summoned to Rome for a conclave, and he has said it may be his last visit to the United States.
Arrinio manta are nearing completion for the annual convention of the International Brotherhood of Steam and Operating Engineers to be held in Regina, Sask, next month. The gathering is expected to attract several thousand delegates and visitors from Canada and the United States.
Pueblo Colo June 29 voters will decide on adopting a mayor and eight commissioners form of government and replacing the commission plan. The initiative also asks to abolish the service commission and the preferential voting system, submitting both changes to the electorate for acceptance or rejection.
Halifax June 20 Preparations have been made for the execution of Edward Cook who is to be hanged in the jail tomorrow. He was condemned for the murder of Charles Assaf a Syrian pedlar at Sheet Harbor last December.
A remedy claim for old world sores advises applying Han ford's Balsam to reduce inflammation and dryness, with the sore gradually disappearing. It asserts effectiveness on persistent conditions and mentions curing hard cuties.
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