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Newspaper
The Ohio Democrat
Location
Logan, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1895
Page
2
A fragmented Ohio Democrat issue brief outlines factional struggles over speakers and temperance, with references to Sleeper and Boxwell positions. The piece critiques editorials from English papers and weighs candidate endorsements, highlighting regional debates and political maneuvering.
Secretary Berbert tentatively approved the contract for building battle ships Nos. 6 to 9 at Newport News Drydock and Ship Building Co of Virginia, bid at 860 000 dollars. Legal checks prevented modifying bids, while Congress aims to have one ship on the Pacific coast when feasible. Federal agents must ensure the Newport News company receives 200 000 dollars for the ship and related work.
Article details the 1890s House leadership scramble as Speaker-designate Reed distributes committee chairmanships. It notes heavy grants to New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Massachusetts, with Ohio and Indiana receiving key spoils. Critics claim the process favors party insiders and factions, hinting at a looming national convention maneuver.
Supporters of Sleeper face a divided stand as Hon. Alexander Boxwell of Warren County moves toward the Speakership. The liquor question and Haskell Ivens option bill split Foraker lines, with concerns over party welfare and potential clashes in the new House. Despite pressure, Sleeper’s candidacy continues to drive the early fight.
In a muddled report the powerful antan toos aim to place Mr. Boxwell in the chair, while other factions push a rival. Observers fear the plan may force cheap compromises and shift public opinion as whispers suggest Mr. Bleep er will back Hiskell Wil, though voter sentiment remains unsettled.
Probate notice for the estate of Tieretina Diviet Toth Sp deceased. Names listed include Ault biatratar ile bonis and JOA WATES as administrator. Requires heirs and creditors to appear by February 0, 0 to settle debts and filing claims in the county court.
Notice of sale of real estate describing property in Starr township with parcels including lot numbers and block references, property boundaries and public auction details. The notice lists owners and mortgage disclosures, sale terms, and legal descriptions for bidding and payment.
An advertisement claims a guaranteed cure for deafness by a “captured cure” method. It alleges deafness results from blocked tubes in the ear and promises perfect hearing if the Eustachian tube is restored, offering $100 for a cure by others. Mail circulars available free.
Fragments from a column titled Truth in Small Compass critique moral zeal. The piece mocks hurried judgments and hypocritical pieties, arguing genuine virtue is daily practice over Sunday display. It references prayer, capital, and humility as core tests.
A dated note attributes constipation relief to Pilla dy noteure and Karl's Clover Root Pea, claiming perfect regularity of the hawels. Sold by Miller and Co.
Ed Lyall describes her vocation as a writer in early and ongoing chapters of life. She reflects that motherhood and creative duty shape her days and offer purpose amid worries, noting that her children inspire and sustain her artistic path.
Ohio small rail notice announces new passenger trains between Columbus and Wellston and Pomeroy and Wellston with through baggage to Hammond Wellston and Jackson. Trains operate daily except Sunday at convenient hours, connections available at Wellston to Ohio Southern Railway for Jackson. Fares, time schedules, and through tickets via G H V Ry and W H Fisher, Genl Pass, Huntington.
An OCR fragment promotes Karla Clover Root Tea as a natural beautifier purifying blood and improving complexion. The ad claims blood purification and clear, beautiful skin with sales by Hilt he Chit.
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