20 Nov 1896
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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1896
Page
1
The Van Wert Times calls on all indebted subscribers to remit promptly, noting the total owed by individuals remains small while aggregate revenue is needed. It references political commentary on Bryan and McKinley, bank failures, and ongoing tariff debates, tying local finance to national issues.
A farmer from Houghin township rails at rail and freight charges as prices collapse. The piece condemns the Interstate Commerce Commission and railroad greed, alleges dual salaries, and calls farmers to unite against corporate power and the gold standard. It notes 275 manufacturing establishments added since the election and ends with a Republican farmer's quip about voting for gold.
The preliminary hearing for Libe Hoghe and associates in Paulding County fore forgery case adjourned amid conflicting testimonies. Bowers admitted writing the body of notes while Hoghe denied forging signatures, claiming later he obtained some of Bowers money. The court released Hoghe as no direct proof tied him to the crimes, disappointing locals who viewed him as the head of a thieves’ ring. Court notes cover October term proceedings with multiple divorce, foreclosure, and equity actions, along with various judgments and administrative orders.
A fragmented obituary and community notices record the death of Henry Kason, born Vermont 1831 and longtime Portage County resident, interred at Hillsville Cemetery. The piece also mentions visits by various individuals to Blanchester Tennessee and Wayne, plus references to a large network of family and neighbors in Van Wert and nearby townships.
Official vote count shows McKinley with 627,945 votes and Bryan with 478,547. McKinley’s plurality is 49,298 and overall majority 35,564. Betting markets predicting a 50,000 Ohio margin were incorrect.
A brief feature on the life stage described as the most critical period for women, focusing on Mrs. Kelly and her experiences at 1 Pricherah doug Ilaed, with a tone reflective of a historical social column.
Public notice lists the common pleas terms for the year 1897 across Shelby, Auglaize, Hardin, Van Wert, Putnam, Paulding, Fulton, and other counties. It specifies the January, February, May, and September sessions and names county officials and clerks associated with the court.
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