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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1887
Page
1
A polemic overview critiques Governor Foraker and Kennedy allies, mocks tariff policy and political demagoguery, and discusses Ohio legislative plans, Republican press reactions, and calls for party unity. It cites figures like Logan, Foraker, Phelan, and Brumback, plus references to state newspapers and election tactics.
A long World article centers on W D Hill and Grover Cleveland amid claims that W D Hill sought a judgeship in Dakota Territory. A denial from the Commercial Gazette is noted, with W D Hunt’s letter to Pulitzer refuting the dispatch. The piece also discusses Ohio canal politics, Nellie O’Hagan’s Engrossing Clerk role, and a Paulding reservoir land scheme amid canal-system concerns in Defiance and Toledo.
The letter cites Democratic critique of Republican rule, noting raised pensions for disabled soldiers under Democrats, and praising Cleveland era finances. It argues against taxation and highlights alleged efficiency in revenue, pensions, and the Patent Office while urging Republicans to view the issues.
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