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Newspaper
The Ohio Democrat
Location
Logan, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1902
Page
2
Charles W Baker of Ohio is noted for his involvement in state politics as a legislator, with expectations or discussions around a bid for U S Senate. The brief mentions his role and potential candidacy without detail on dates or others.
Charles W. Baker born 1867 in Cincinnati rose to prominence as a Democratic lawyer and prosecutor. He built a notable career in Ohio and beyond, visiting Washington and contributing to major cases and public service, while also directing several prominent companies and engaging in local civic life.
January 22 reports a massive explosion at the Kings Mill powder works near Kings Mile. One man killed, several injured. Damage scattered across the area, with the mill the only building destroyed and workers from South Lebanon among the seriously hurt. Two victims identified as Will Dustin of Mainriffe and David Thompson of Maven, with others listed as Charles Horper and a man named Butler among the wounded. Widow Witwer case too unclear for grand jury action. Reverend Dwight B. Hervey, former college president, died aged 66. In Fayette, three youths struck by a southbound train near Darden's Crossing. one grandson of Bob Green among the deceased.
Excerpted letter from Examin 0 Perrin prosecutor of Hockings County Ohio to J M Sheets Columbus criticizing official handling of the Hocking Valley coal railroad combination case. The writer argues the attorney general ignored evidence on false valuations tax losses and Morgan fees and invites a visit with militia if needed.
The notice highlights a public installation by the Ladies of the Maccabees with speeches by Dr. H. J. Steward and Judge O. W. Hy Wright, naming officers for the year including Alice Heft and Alice Miles. It promotes Kid-Ne-Oids kidney tonic and advertises U S Civil Service examinations with details on positions, salaries, and how to obtain catalogs.
Readers urged to petition Aunt Mark Hanna and seek Roosevelt cooperation amid praise for good winter roads and highways. The piece defends free speech and calls for equal rights and justice, while noting ongoing protracted meetings, church secessions, and local health updates. A strange accident in Isleboro ends with a buggy shaft through a horse, causing a fatal result.
Cedar Grove columns share a string of small town updates. Teachers return from vacation. Lulu Oldfield resumes teaching in Benton Township. Church attendance and visits unfold with Rev G B Henderson of Stella delivering a sermon. Neighbors entertain and host visitors from Van Wert, Brimstone, Salt Creek, Greenup, and Wesley Chapel.
Grain and stock prices across markets list cattle steers heifers cows bulls and sheep with multiple price points. Chicago and Pittsburgh markets show good to choice, fair to common ranges, with hogs calves and grains including No 2 red wheat and corn options. An advertisement for Kid-Ne-Oids claims cures for backache nervousness and blood diseases with contact details for F S Case.
Notice in the Probate Court of Hootinu Grunty Ohio reveals a partial settlement petition for Gourga B Mel nekson involving Alva M Goldie T and Hauugl H Bigham. Hearing set for February 14 at 10 oclock. details include residents and unknowns, administrator Edwin D Howes seeks estate resolution for the decedent Sarah Lynne.
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