Individualism as remedy against municipal ownership debate
An editorial from Cedar Falls urges private management of public services over city ownership, arguing that skilled private executives better run utilities and that municipal control risks inefficiency, overreach, and corruption. It cites Massachusetts progress and condemns overcapitalization while calling for strict accounting and reform. A Chicago mayoral letter requests study of initial and current costs of city electric lighting to inform future policy.
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Walter A. Webster
Tess
Lke Gas Companies
Electric Merit
Hite
Pal
Koyermuenl
Palitie
Demu Pret
Ison Mose
Maine
United States
Tito Na Inlet
Massachusetts
Sis
Industeia
Elylitartion
Thowghit
Seth
Givat
Uie
Corp Mons
Mantelps
Offdale
Tieu
Witnesp
Cedar Balls
Alls
Cedar Falls
Ita
Pet Yate Corporation
Vity
Wenge
Chicago
Namintanen Aa
Fred A
Busse
Creamery woes prompt aid from Department of Agriculture in Atlanta
The piece reports Chicopee residents protesting elevated rates and Cornell’s involvement, while the Department of Agriculture explains dairy failures stem from too few cows and poor organization. It offers guidance on creamery setup, equipment plans, and hygiene. ropy milk requires cleanliness, clean stables, and pure water.
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Department of Agriculture
Cooperatve
Atlanta
Selections Legitimist Leader Mystified By Prefect Lepine
A Parle Gil Blas illustration of the French secret police workings with claims of a recent incident. A Paris meeting, invitations for a political gathering, and Prefect Lepine’s careful scrutiny of guest lists prompt questions if the scene was genuine or a stratagem. Meanwhile, a brief note on a Morgan papal audience describes etiquette and quick changes for the pope, queen, and party. Madrid, London and Harvard anecdotes close with a tale of extravagant spending abroad and currency quirks.
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Lepina
Gil Blas
Comvedate
Souling
Newt Cay
Faubourg
Gertoain
Leploe
le Cote
Asdin
M. Sophie
M. le Comte
M. le
Lepine
le Comte
M. le Conste
Conic
Mile
Tuenaus
Curious Double Rainbow Seen Aboard Jamaica to Isthmus Voyage
An observer reports a rare double rainbow appeared during a March 14 voyage between Jamaica and the Isthmus of Panama at 1 a.m. The sun was low, and the inner bow differed from the sun while the outer bow stood at a similar distance from the liner. A clear horizon showed faint signs of film. no other souls aboard had seen or explained the phenomenon.
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London Thea
Jamaica
Manin
A Real Sinecure for the Marquis of Cholmondeley
The Marquis of Cholmondeley holds the post of lord great chamberlain to King Edward. The role requires robes only at Parliament openings and coronations, with a salary of $22,500 a year. He leads ceremonies and ranks as the most splendid figure among royal attendants.
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England
Marquis of Cholmondeley
Edward
Ford
Household Hints on Velveteen Cleaning and Flannel Care
Guidance on washing and using velveteen scraps for polishing as substitutes for chamnois leather. Instructions cover washing velveteen, preparing new flannel by soaking in clean cold water, daily water changes, then washing in warm water with a small amount of soap to remove oil.
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New York
St. Louis
Dayton
Krouley Therald
Veily Nowa
Brena
Willy
Ohio State Journal
McNull
Almanai Asseau
Youltry
North Awerteau
Oman
Farmers Talk on Tax Reform and Modern Methods
Farmers and state grange leaders press to abandon Gueuework style tax policy in favor of modern scientific taxation. The correspondence from James Wilson and National Grange leaders urges constitutional amendments to allow adjustable, efficient taxation reflecting current economic conditions.
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Mantera
UY. 6
Department of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
F. A. Derthick
Ohio State Grange
Mantua
Ohio
James Wilson
Master of the National Orange
Yiald
Su Lowe
Ieanwhot
Wissington
O&w
C. B. Kegley
Washington Stuute Grange
Lal
Plentiful Trouble from Stagnation and Purifying Pills
A 19th century promotional note explains that stagnation of the liver and bowels causes headaches and biliousness. It recommends Dr King’s New Life Pills as reliable purifiers that work without harmful side effects, priced at 25 cents at We. Kippe Sons' drug store.
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Dr. King
We. Kippe
Sons’ Drug Store
Rights and government consent across ages discussed
A fragmentary note argues that governing power rests on consent, comparing evolving domes of authority. It cites a maxim about government deriving just powers from the governed and touches on republic ideas amid shifting ages and debates.
Money Withdrawn Under Tax Law Fear Drives Ohio Banks
A letter to Ohio bankers asks confidentially how much money was withdrawn during assessment week. Of 110 banks surveyed, 101 reported withdrawals averaging 41,265.69 dollars, implying statewide loanable funds could be pulled from banks. Bankers urge revision of tax laws to reduce incentives for withdrawals and to stabilize deposits and lending.
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Ohio
Hey
Tims
Pennsylvania Company
Pennsylvania
Mars
Ett. Sens
Primitive System of Taxation
States have shifted away from exclusive ad valorem property taxes for revenue, and Europe has long abandoned that theory. Government experience shows general ad valorem property tax mainly taxes real estate, with no rules enabling assessors to reach personal and intangible values for taxation.
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People Authority
Ohio
American Union
Europe
L, T
Brish
State of
Oxne
Our Clubbing List Offers For 1902 Subscriptions
The notice lists subscription options for this paper and other publications for 1902. It states only this paper can provide sample copies and directs requests for samples to the office. It explains pricing shown in the first column and the publication year pricing in the second column.
Notice to Teachers Examinations Schedule Revealed
Notice to teachers shows exam dates for prospective teachers certificates. Examinations will be held at West Helen High Greenville on the first Saturday, with Patterson exceptions set on the third Saturday of April and the second Saturday of May. Listed by J Alverton Crowell and GH Uaralaon, with Browder as clerk.
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West Helen
High Greenville
Miry J.alverton Crowell
GH. Uaralaon
Brin
Browder
Greenville Journal Subscription Offer in Darke County Ad
A Greenville Journal subscription promotion invites readers across Darke County to sign up for yearly or half year rates with the promise of 2912 columns of reading matter per year. The ad highlights low weekly cost and suggests gifting subscriptions to distant friends for local news from Darke.
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J. Pierpont Morgan
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P. ©. Everett
Harvard University
Coroubia
Ty Genutth
Tam
Oho
Henry M. Higgins
H. P. Miller
Weaterville
Lam
Geach Wiedom
Castoria
Maraec
A. Snow & CO
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Buite
New Anderson Block
Greenville
W. W.thegarden
New Weaver Block
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