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Ohio 1913 ballot measures
In 1913, voters decided on six statewide ballot measures in Ohio on November 4.
- One was an indirect initiated state statute.
- One was an initiated constitutional amendment.
- Four were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved one (16.67%) and rejected five (83.33%).
On the ballot
November 4, 1913
| Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eligibility of Women for Appointment to Commissions Amendment | Grant women the right to serve as members of boards or in positions in institutions affecting or caring for women and children |
|
435,222 (63%) |
255,036 (37%) |
|
| Municipal Bonds Tax Exemption Amendment | Provide tax exemptions for city, village, hamlet, township, road district, and school bonds |
|
312,232 (48%) |
340,570 (52%) |
|
| Short Ballot for County and Township Officers Amendment | Authorize laws to be passed for the election or appointment of county and township officers |
|
217,875 (33%) |
449,493 (67%) |
|
| Short Ballot for State Officers Amendment | List the governor and lieutenant governor on the ballot and grant them the power to appoint members of the executive department |
|
239,126 (34%) |
461,555 (66%) |
|
| Small Legislature Initiative | Limit the legislature to 50 Representatives and 22 Senators |
|
240,237 (36%) |
418,114 (64%) |
|
| Transportation of Alcohol to Areas Where the Sale of Alcohol is Prohibited Initiative | Prohibit the transportation of alcohol to areas where the sale of alcohol is prohibited |
|
360,534 (44%) |
455,099 (56%) |