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Newspaper
Wayne County Herald
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1897
Page
4
A fragment describes post office classification of newspapers and subscriber duties. It outlines that failure to provide notice ends or continues subscriptions, and that readers who don’t take papers may be liable for arrears. It notes that moving without informing publishers risks continued delivery and charges.
A historical critique of Pennsylvania state legislative spending highlights oversized budgets for inkstands, ribbons, directories, writing supplies, pocket knives, and personal care items. The piece notes republican majorities, calls expenditures extravagant, and compares them to wartime pragmatism with a Twain reference.
A fiery denunciation by Rev. T. K Dion condemns the corrupted institution and calls for its impeachment and indictment. He vows not to strike hands with compromised allies, warning of ultimate consequences for the living and the dead.
The United Presbyterian argues that hiring large groups of workers without oversight leads to crime and disorder. It compares regulating contractors and drum shop influence to restrain bad behavior and protect the public from collective misconduct.
The Independent notes opposition to a Princeton University affiliated saloon arguing a campus bar encourages dangerous habits among students. It cites professors and local leaders urging caution and condemning the move as harmful to youth education and moral standards.
A Liquor Dealers association seeks to shut down morgue style saloons described as last resort dens for downcast patrons. The piece portrays brutal scenes inside, with emaciated customers, barred exits, and risky practices like tubing and funnel drinking, urging reform.
A New York Voice chart outlines how 26 counties would vote dry under local option. It notes 180000 opposed to saloons despite 160000 backing pro saloon parties, implying strong anti liquor sentiment yet party ties shelter the trade. Iowa Prohibitionists nominate Dr E L Eaton but he lacks two years residence, forcing an appointment to fill the vacancy.
A speaker extols a glorious conflict that destroyed human slavery in America and promises a greater victory over robber power that disgraces Christian civilization, noting the coming triumph will surpass past sacrifices.
Low rate excursion tickets to Canton be sold from Alliance and Wooster with intermediate stop on Pennsylvania Lines for the Races. Return coupon valid August 20.
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