10 Jul 1913
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Newspaper
The Greenville Journal
Location
Greenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1913
Page
1
Wheat cutting nears completion signaling an unusually early harvest with yields likely strong. Local notices describe Fourth of July activities, visits by families, and a shift to cooler temperatures as residents enjoyed picnics, church programs, and regional news including a desert lighthouse tale and household remedies.
A vintage advertisement promises Kickapoo Worm Killer cures worms in children, claiming restored health and happiness. It cites Mrs. J. A. Brisbin of Elgin Illinois and lists price at 25 cents. Also notes a separate sale notice for Great Darke County Fair refreshment stand licenses on July 19 1918 at 1 30 p.m.
In Healthologist, Milwaukee health department’s official organ, a milk inspector confronts a farm’s filthy conditions during a routine inspection. A motherly resident with a jutting pride deflects the inspector’s cleanliness push, citing her late mother’s dirtier life and milk, and the inspector leaves, voicing frustration at new fangled ideas for cleanliness.
A proposed plan to levy taxes to fund a compulsory compensation program faces a November referendum. The article notes the plan would raise administration costs to about 2 million dollars annually, shifting the burden to taxpayers and consumers if enacted. It discusses opposition from lawmakers and taxpayers worried about increased taxes and prices, and mentions possible legislative moves if voters reject the plan. The piece cites Green Act provisions and references Ohio industries and political figures involved.
Ohio political row brews as Chairman W L Finley accuses Granges of selling signatures for a referendum on the agricultural commission bill. Democrats fear impact on November vote. Grange members defend volunteers while criticizing leadership. Reported notes from Columbus and reactions echo across party lines.
A fragment outlines Green Measure and a substitute proposal for Ohio workers. It lists death benefits of 8750 under Green and 4900 under the substitute, plus weekly schedules and injuries, covering 20 to 250 weeks for various body parts and conditions.
A clash between Governor Cox backers and Carlas interests scuttles the referendum on tax classification and revenue reform. Owners fear higher levies while opponents rally to defeat Smith act provisions. Homeowners and farmers face higher costs as lawmakers align with urban tax spenders.
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