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Newspaper

The Democratic Banner

Location

Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1916

Page

2

Political influence taints state civil service exams

A fragment alleges governor approved applicants bypassed civil service exams and that the state civil service commission annulled tests deemed too technical. It cites two hospital superintendent slots where political selection influenced outcomes, and accuses officials of manipulation in multiple districts.

State Civil Service Commission Dayton Chos BH. A. Baber Columbus Williams Thera Ataty Civil Service Commission Campbell D. D Darn Mcvitish Civil Service Marysville Dewry

Wilson’s Moral Lead Steers Nation Through Turmoil

The piece lauds Woodrow Wilson as the nation’s restrained moral leader during global upheaval. It credits his presidency with shaping foreign policy, preventing bellicose actions, and uniting the Democratic Party behind financial and political reforms.

Woodrow Wilson Wilson United States

Political debate and party blame amid election chatter

The article criticizes derailed progress in public service exams and calls for qualified leadership at state hospitals. It rails against partisan politics, cites a failed governor's health leadership, and argues Republicans may dominate while Democrats face scrutiny during the campaign season.

Decline in rural population linked to poor roads

Ohio Good Roads Federation official warns at Chamber luncheon that rural population loss threatens the commonwealth. G P Rudisill notes 70 percent decline in rural areas, cites industrial shift, soil and land underuse, and calls for road improvements to safeguard communities and attract growth.

Ohio Commonwealth G. P. Rudisill Ohio Good Ronde Federation Chamber of Commerce Rudiaill Huchell Knox County Endi Ty Mt Vernon Predericktown Thinkhaven Tinville

Fredericktown Officials Consider New Road and Hall Plan

Articles describe Knox and Richland counties debating a road extension from the county line to Ankeny town to divert traffic, raise land values, and improve market access. A public meeting backs a larger auditorium for Fredericktown schools, with calls to expand to 1,200 seats and address future growth.

Aly BE McNutt la Bélivie Lant Weed Meg J. Hews Bellville James Gitelman Butler Predericktown Mondas Elren Commissioners Knox Richland County Ankenytown Knox County Belle Lendy Ankenyton Was & Fredericktown W. CT Jensie Ball Nell Hentre Hoeiras W. P. Allzine Womb Vernon Allgire Mraderlel Pridericktown Thane Echools Allgive DM. Brumbach Auditorim Mr. Brumbach Mathe Fredericktown Ander Bunt Borden Avhnamin Wan Daeuee Tard

Incoherent OCR note on road project failure and waste

Fragmented text cites a chief blaming procrastination and incompetence for failed road construction in a region. It mentions financial losses and poor planning affecting investment and highway expansion. The passage reflects blame without clear names or dates.

Social Roundup of Notables in Fredericktown Area

Local notices list many visitors and greetings from Mt. Vernon Columbus Lorain and other towns. Residents, relatives, and friends travel to see kin and attend gatherings while Delville, Cardington, and Fredericktown hosts host small social visits during the week.

Fred Crowell Columbus Via L. C. Crowell Hoy Swetland Lincoln Squires Cardington Mary Mahund Rhettay Allen Id. Grant Predericktown Alice Durnhard Mate William Murphy Haule Fivtier Lorain B. Fieher Grubb Joneph Oxs Charles Gordon Butler Mahala Gordon Hubert Guiell Harry Gibson Brad Zete Wr. Wayne Mille Aver Calendonia Ai Must Mek Stumpa W. Doty Masail Jon Tra R. A. Knox R.A. Knox Metcalf Homer Fant

Presbyterian Sunday Adsorbent Holiday to Entrain Winther Play

A church event on Friday evening featured playful entertainments including a mock wedding, burlesque news skit, and a military parade reenactment. About two hundred church and Sunday school members attended a luncheon following the activities.

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Howard Savings Bank appoints new president and officers

John F. Gardner elected president to fill the vacancy caused by El A. Wolfe's death. Frank L. Wolfe becomes vice president. A W. Fendrick named to the board. Jacob Dubinsky conducted business in Utica on Wednesday.

Howard John F. Gardner Howard Savings Bank el A. Wolfe Frank L. Wolfe A W. Fendrick Jacob Dubinsky Utica Weithesday

Blood Purifying Remedy Advised For Skin Ailments

An old advertisement promotes a blood purification tonic claiming to treat pimples rash and scrofula by cleansing the blood and restoring red blood cells. It warns against pills and side remedies and directs readers to obtain the tonic via a Georgia contact for expert spacing and sales.

Ade Hoo Aveito

Startled Horse Incident Near Howard In May Day Morning

A man named James was kicked by a horse near Howard on May 1 as driver Mr Berry startled the animal. The rider was perceived seriously injured, a physician was summoned, but when he arrived the man had recovered and reported no serious effects from the incident.

Howard James Fiery Here Mr. Berry Berry

Hall's Catarrh Cure Promoted by Local Doctor

A local advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as an internal remedy that reaches the blood and mucous surfaces. It claims the formula uses a blend of tonics and blood purifiers, with testimonials offered for free. Also notes a business trip by Willan G. Scribner to Columbia on Wednesday.

Eterste & Joon Hall Cheney &Co Props Toledo Willan G. Scribner Columbia

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