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Newspaper
The Ohio Union
Location
Ashland, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1852
Page
7
Long jumble of political opinion and editorial clippings discusses legislative session outcomes, party strife, and public reaction. It cites The Chilliemtie Advertiser and Washington Chronicle, mentions Banking burdens, the Doctrines of Whig factions, and resignations. A musician concert note from the Disciple Church closes the piece.
The letter contends that extending executive power under a new constitution and tax law would shift burdens from labor to wealth. It criticizes corporate privileges, notably the Ohio Life and Trust Company, for avoiding taxes through chartered monopoly profits and calls for equal property taxes to end exemptions, fearing a democratic shift against privileged capital.
The article cites Frid Knoppi-Mior urging a plank road from Olive Unie to New London and Amiasy to boost trade and travel. It notes village rebuilding after a fire, new houses, and growing wealth. Proponents argue improved roads would benefit Savandal and intermediate areas, with plans to finance the road by a strong communal effort.
The Steubenvilly Union reviews the new tax law effects in Jeffers County. It notes a quarter of a million in personal property added to the tax base and a drop in the number of paying taxpayers while urging caution toward partisan rhetoric and calls for reform. The piece also cites editorials from Albany and local figures criticizing or defending the current tax framework and judiciary.
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