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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1891
Page
2
The piece discusses spring primaries and party leadership, praising energetic women volunteers and critiquing political figures. It mentions Reed and Wey, the GOP's past wins, McKinley, and a late 19th century House history note including Charles H Page and Reed as officers.
The piece argues Republicans push to refund 1861 direct tax of about 17 million dollars, risking a treasury deficit by July 1. It warns beyond lost revenue, additional costs from sugar duties and ship subsidies threaten a 14 to 84 million shortfall by 1892 end, urging tax cuts and frugal policy.
A long civic letter argues against Republican policies, accusing the party of stripping rights from workers for twenty five years. It denounces McKinley tariffs and Blaine reciprocity, laments high prices for the poor, and claims leaders ignore needy cries while enriching the wealthy. The piece calls for independent voter action and warns of a coming storm against self serving elites.
Protracted meeting continues at Sugar Bridge. Thomas Bowers visits in Allen and Mercer counties. G W Weedraff extols constable reelection. Bowers sells farm to I N Tracy who moves to bloody Tally. Trustees plan town ship protection schemes and debate free coinage and loans. Spring election set for April 6.
An old time advertisement boasts durable shoes and strict inspection standards. It promises fair pricing, value for money, and asserts customers can shoe their families cheaper there than anywhere in the state. The pitch appeals to farmers blocked by bad roads and touts quality and honesty.
A sheriff sale notice for real estate in Van Wert County Ohio announces the sale by order of the court. The auction is scheduled at the courthouse on Saturday April 11, 1451 between 1 and 2 pm, with the property described as the west half of section 18 in the county, including all appurtenances and improvements. The notice names W. S. Johnson as administrator and cites the case file and authority for the sale.
In Fanchar County Ohio a receiver sale is ordered under Joseph Whitty Court of Common Pleas. The case directs the sale of assets to satisfy claims with the court overseeing the proceedings and the designation of a sheriff or official to conduct the sale.
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