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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1913
Page
4
The Mount Vernon Ohio semi weekly warns readers against false reports about the workmen compensation law. It states no new hires of 2000 are planned and only 16 field staff are employed, refuting claims of large payroll expansions and skyscraper needs.
The article outlines an overhaul of Ohio’s financial system led by Auditor Donahey first Democrat in 40 years. It details centralized controls, close tracking of expenditures, and full revenue scrutiny across state departments to ensure every dollar is accounted for and receipts are processed through the treasury.
A discussion outlines a $25,000 savings and a $60,000 mail informaton allowance under Graves policy. Critics argue the large appropriation is unnecessary while supporters claim it ensures efficient work on the Hyor Moonae shipping bill and a constitutional amendment.
The city planned to mail notices via a mailing company after a registration window passed. Officials considered mandatory in person registration but found it impractical. The project would be funded by a one cent stamp mailing system with an estimated total cost of 26 000 dollars.
A historical notice discusses five proposed constitutional amendments on the upcoming election ballot. Four have public advertisements and titles described, while the fifth, named Small Legislature, lacks newspaper notice and would redraw representation into larger districts, potentially dissolving county units and diluting local interests.
The piece warns of dangers in the Ohio constitution amendment and pleads for voters to oppose it. It argues the measure would bring harm, urges turnout, and condemns adoption as driven by ulterior aims. Strong language underscores the perceived threat to public interests.
Floyd Jones was arrested Thursday morning by Officer Walter George on an assault and battery charge filed by J. R. Potts. He pled guilty at arraignment before Mayor A. A. Perrine and was fined five dollars and costs.
Illustrated home cookery notes describe savory fritters dipped in batter and fried, a hominy dish with butter and pepper, a lemon strained pudding, and a chicken soup on toast. The New Orleans Pleayune provides step by step instructions and meal ideas with suggested ingredients and methods.
A village tea party discussion spirals as Miss Gregory and others debate the claim that Mr Edmonds is a woman hater. After gossip spreads, Edmonds asserts he dislikes backbiters and slanderers and stays gracious to Gregory while avoiding others. A year later the engagement of Edmonds and Miss Gordon is noted with skepticism.
In Joliette Quebec on October 2 a large gathering of prelates and priests witnessed the consecration of Rev Father Forbes as Bishop of Joliette. Archbishop Bruchesi of Montreal led the ceremony in the cathedral with the full ritual observed.
Scores of Confederate veterans from across West Virginia and neighboring states gather in Huntington for a two day Grand Camp reunion. The city is decorated for visitors as the parade and main social events occur tomorrow.
The case of Lawyer Burton W. Gillion, twice tried by Orange County juries for the death of Rosa State in Creanwood Lake on July 16, 1912, will be heard for a third time as the Supreme Court convenes here next week.
Agreement of counsel sets the case for later over in Ul Gotemsey. Despite more than a year’s confinement in jail, Gibson is reported to be in excellent health and receives weekly visits.
The defendant expresses confidence to the court that his innocence will be fully established at the upcoming trial, stating support from his wife and his attorneys. He reiterates belief in exonerating evidence and readiness for proceedings.
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