Political tensions rise over Governor Willis network
A Cincinnati Enquirer Washington dispatch echoed resentment among Republicans toward Governor Willis personal machine politics. It traces campaign machinery led by Colonel Knutmann and Colonel Worthington Kautsmann shaping delegates, suppressing rival elections, and pressing Willis favored candidates while resisting anti prohibition efforts amid Ohio GOP maneuvering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank
Willis
Chicago
Washington
Cincinnati Enquirer
Ohio
William Cooper Proctor
John J. Sullivan
Washington Politlans
Worthington Kautsmann
Willie
Knutemann
Atute Antifibers
Harding
Gov Witty Tr
Ual
Mangrene
Deen
Willhan
Katityindun
A Foolish Speech Attacks President Over Germany Policy
A cocky, fragmentary critique from Rothoatet Post-Mapenns attacks the President and his German policy during a presidential campaign. The piece claims the President dodges war, misleads the public, and uses a hyphenated ally to gain favor while seeking work in a political climate that avoids conflict with Germany. It argues the speaker damages national unity and elevates personal strategy over prudent foreign policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rothoatet Post-Mapenns
Chicago
Howe
Gormay
Politi
Germany
Pera
Lpelty
Dinilet
Phat
bin Capac
Hiv Tome
Lawie
Amerig
Maan
Ohio workmen's compensation fund shows strong earnings
A judicial review of Ohio finances notes three month and year end figures. Interest earnings for the year total 440041.21 dollars, supporting state departments while reserves exceed 300000 dollars. The piece contrasts Republican campaign claims of deficit with the fund’s sound results and criticizes political interference. It cites Governor Willie and the insurance commissioner's praise for the fund's administration and independence from private insurers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banking Department
Automobile Department
Supreme Court
Oldiers, Claims and Geological Survey
Ohio
Olin
T. J. Duffy
Willie
Tndesirint Comiifusion
Emiuloyers
Bility Insurance Companies
London
England
Perth
Scotland
Udine
Election Returns Indicate Shift in Ava Voter Alignment
A fragmented report from Ava suggests voters shifted in the national delegate race. The returned tally shows 31 ballots opposing Wille, while supporters of other party members appear to gain ground. The text is garbled but points to a notable change in local political support.
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Ava
Avn
Remuibienna
Saainst
Ianlie
Delegates chosen by Daughters of Veterans for Atarion convention
The Daughters of Veterans rejected delegates and alternates at Tuesday night’s regular meeting. The department convention, scheduled for the week of June 12 in Atarion, will proceed with elected delegates Mrs Carrie Craig Mrs Gertrude Ruskiogs Mrs Ida Dowds Miss Florence Welland and Miss Woodhall Absritins will be Mrs Lacy Hour Mrs eta Freeda Mr Floy Colle Miss Harriett Anion and Miss Mrun von Pobes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daughters of Veteran
Department
Atarion
Carrie Craig
Gertrude Ruskiogs
Ida Dowds
Min Fiorence Welland
Mise Jis
Woodhall
Absritins
Wilt Bas
Lacy Hour
Eta Freeda
Floy Colle
Harriett Anion
Mian Mrun
von Pobes
Fredericktown News Notes Highlight Local Visits and Anniversaries
J M McGupin and daughter Mia visited this week while Mr Hoy Swelland rode through Toledo. The town bid farewell to the Tatler wrecked at the hotlw Motte works as buildings and equipment were removed for shipment. A long list of social calls, church events, and a fiftieth wedding anniversary for Mr. and Mrs. Rowley are recorded, with names of many attendees and gifts. The Fredericktown high school played Centerburg in a recent game, and the community prepares for a Sunday reopening of the Methodist church after renovations.
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J. M. McGupin
Daugher
Mia
George Stinevnntes
Northiberty
Hoy Swelland
Toledo
Tatler
Lex Wreck
Iegan
Brantwoh
Inrae
Mink Louise
Viernin
Qmonthold
Arlo Newell
Mrederict
Baldwin Cemetery
Charles Carter
Blanche Carter
Lewis Schroeler
Strater
Taylor Morgan
Butler
May Bystar
Ankenytown
Miversatie
Fredericktown
Miss Luth Strong
Acob Strong
Bellville
Cora Fairchild
Thetriniten
Belivily
Poe
Francia Swank
Walter Selte
Tangerville
Herter
Jody
Mi Vernon
James Leonard
Mt. Vernon
Ethel Snow
Mim. K.P. Owens
Simbury
Chirlvon Wradrick
Edgar Briggle
Pir Onits
Mire Edward Grant
Intiga
Lena Goodall
Clifford Brown
Viarontan
Charlee Brown
Mutss
Weel
The
Baptist Missionary Society
Perry Bush
M. Th Rowley
Fisticufe at Pennsylvanian Station Ends in Brawl
Report from the Pennsylvania station Wednesday noon describes a violent scuffle among cab drivers over a disputed fare left by a pair. After several blows and threats, security intervened and separated the fighters, leaving bystanders shaken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvanis
Willerd-Moran
Buffalo Bill and 101 Ranch Show Arrive for Mt Vernon
Major John M Burke arrives in Mt Vernon to present the Buffalo Bill and 101 Ranch show with a contingent of veterans. He touts preparedness as a core theme and notes new advertising methods including automobile use and cooking aboard the advertising car as part of a modern frontier presentation.
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John M. Burke
United States
Mt Vorton
Ratte
Colonel Cody
Miller Hrothers
Burke
Major Burke
Mt. Vernon
Mistino
Tormel
Hurke
Buffalo Hill
Notice to Farmers stallions to service mares in 1916 near Mt. Vernon
Notice to farmers announces two Belgian stallions will cover mares during the 1916 season at a barn four miles west of Mt. Vernon on the Old Delaware road. Terms: $15 to insure four living foals. Signed A. M. Harton, Citizens’ Lorth, Bell Oasis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Vernon
Delaware Road
A. M. Harton
Lorth
Bell Oasis
Dislocated Shoulder Follows Wagon Brake Failure Incident
George Melton of the south of town was thrown from his wagon near Jelloway yesterday afternoon when the brake failed. He suffered a dislocated right shoulder and severe bruising, being badly shaken but not mortally injured.
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Jelloway
Ateep
George Melton
Here
Melton
Corcoran Retired After 44 Years Service with Penn Rail Road
Corcoran of 207 South Rogers street is placed on the retired list of employees of the Pennsylvania Railroad and will receive a pension. After 44 years of faithful service, the company honors him among those entitled to retire from active service.
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Corcoran
South Rogers Street
Pennsylvania Railrowl
Ependhe
Nie Nite
Onde
Corcoran Tims
Pennsylvania Rairoad
Local Briefs Chronicle Visits and Travels Across Town
Sindlinger, north of Mt. Vernon, returns Tuesday from Cleveland. Mrs. Victor Gilbert and Annette Carver visit Cleveland relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Barber travel to Columbus for the day. Mr. and Mrs. Hall depart for Grand Rapids for an operation. Howard Missionary Society meets May 7 at 11. Mrs. Ea Simpson leads. Millinery sale on 612 West Vine. Mrs. Ira Covert and daughter return to Chicago after Kokosing visit. Fred Mab visits Cleveland. Mrs. J. L. Leonard spends day in Manville. Mrs. 17. O. Farat travels to Whiteville Noble County. Ruby Barnes heads to Granville to Denison. Belle and Jim Odanniel go to Columbus for visit days.
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Sindlinger
Mt. Vernon
Cleveland
Victor Gilbert
Hants Tuesaday
Mies Annette Carver
Nieae
Mra. B
Tueaday
Grand Rapids
Mich
Hall
Howard Missionary Society
Howard Christian
Ea Simpson
Barkum Dale
Myra
Harrin
West Vine Street
Ira Covert
Twesday
Chicago
Joseph Barker
Kokosing Avenue
Fred Mab
South Vernon
J. L. Leonard
South Gay Treet
Manville
Mre
Farat
Waet Burgean
Hust Gambier Street
Colombne Thesday
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Argline Tine Juni
Rowley
Mr. Rowley
Mary Simons
Coldwater
Mis
Mma Ransom
Morita
Dunham
Dougie
Anders
Mew
Marria Frasier
John Gay
Graham
Robert Couter
Willian Wilson
Harry Spoon
William Hootlicke
Duugters
Wold
Charles Hhersole
ML Norrich
George Book
Harry Cassell
Wy. Anders
Macgue
Rov
Morton, Mive
Turkle
Walter Johnson
Rantman
J. B. Foote
Silver Tempel
Helen Kime
Kime
Mra
George Carringer
Mra A
Rh. Mosler
Mes
LH. Honck
B.J. Rowley
James Dunkin
John Reep
M. Rowley
Mary Marple
Mart Dunham
Mary Rowley
Inabell
Miley Ameliu
Lowell
Perry Cover
Mattie Parsons
Mec
Anil Ste
William Monti
Kenwell
Jeep
Studor
Air
Ar Vane
Pennsy
Maj Burke
Attracton
MT Vernon
Pennsylvania Company
Helen Stump
Greer Streat
Dwight Sapp
North Mall Street
Glandate
Arlo Bucher
Akron
City
Clinton Purdy Howard
John R. Doells Curtis
Public Square
Sandusky Street Circus Grounds
101 Ranch
Wyoming
Milahoma
Lawler’s
Wiliam Fox
Boreen
T Vernon
NEW Vine Theatre
William Farnum
Old
Kentucky Home
Knox County
Billie Burke
Peggy
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