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Newspaper
The Ohio Democrat
Location
Logan, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1887
Page
4
A fragmented political notice discusses Governor Foraker and the Democratic drive for organization and vigilance. It notes changes at the Sentinel, petitions against drivewell patents, and calls for unity in the party while surveying public finances and government efficiency.
A Republican stance led by Foraker argues to abolish internal revenue as the war ended. Critics say tariffs and excise remain essential for pensions, veterans aid, and war debts. The piece contrasts Democratic aims to relieve war taxes on necessities with GOP push to cut whisky and tobacco levies.
An essay argues rapid modern life increases danger in travel and work. It calls for care proportional to speed, cites Ashtabula and Chatsworth disasters, and notes a Treasurers Report for Hocking Co Teachers Institute with receipts and expenses totaling 189.50 and 152.97.
A vintage ad extols Syrup of Flor from the California Fig Bureau Co San Francisco. It touts the fruit remedy as Nature's Own True Luxative available through Mr Pen Rp Rum p in large bottles at fifty cents or one dollar. It claims to cleanse the system softly act on liver kidneys and bowels, dispel headaches colds fevers and indigestion.
During State Fair week the Columbus Hocking Valley and Toledo Railroad will sell excursion tickets from all stations on its line to Columbus and return at one fare for round trip. Valid for outbound travel Aug to Sept 2 inclusive and return on any regular passenger train up to Sept 3.
The coroner reports a death at a hotel on a day in August 1887 in Groon Township. The description notes a man found near a trestle possibly struck by a train, with injuries including a mangled body and a broken pocketbook. Albert Hourne and Mary Bouttton are named in the coroner's notes.
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