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Newspaper
Coshocton Age
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1903
Page
7
An eastbound Denver and Rio Grande train plunged through a rain weakened bridge near Lathrop Colorado injuring fourteen passengers. Among the injured are Mrs Hopkins of Albion and Mr Luther of Pittsburg with others trauma reported.
More than two thousand GAR members gathered as Gen. John C. Black arrived with the Illinois delegation. Black is the leading candidate for commander in chief with Gen. Miles pledging support.
Examinations will be held on the fourth Saturdays of September October November January February March April and May with the final session on the second Saturday of June Boxwell exams on the first Saturdays of April and May. Tests start at 3 pm sharp and a fifty cent exam fee is required. Applicants must provide a stamped envelope with their address for results. Board members N S McClure W A McCurdy Frank Pigman supervise. Neweraprofifeyee
A sulfur mine near Callanissetta Sicily suffers a fatal accident as gas ignites and blocks exits. The mine boss and five others stay to fight the fire saving many workers who reach fresh air. three miners die and many are severely burned. The boss and his companions escape through an unused exit but remain in desperate condition.
The Clark horse Breecers Association appeals to horsemen about recent price increases for horses. Officials urge careful breeding as the path to better stock and rising value.
A dark chestnut horse named Atbe weighs 2000 pounds and is described as unmatched in this part of Ohio. The purchase price is $2460 and John Waters of Clark owns the animal, inviting public showings to interested buyers.
Washington Aug. 15. Secretary Root publishes a rule defining army general staff duties under the new law. The president commands through the secretary of war and chief of staff with the chief supervising line troops, engineers, medical and other departments under the secretary’s direction.
A Cincinnati despatch notes an adjourned Democratic convention in Hamilton County backing Mayor Tom L. Johnson of Cleveland for governor. Delegates chosen to the August 25 Columbus state convention remained largely Bernard list loyal, with Melville E D Ingalls and Telford Groesbeck switched to delegates at large and Turnipseed elected executive committee man by one vote.
In London a Daily Mail report describes thousands of Albanians marching with Turkish troops as Krishey is recaptured. It claims surrounding villages surrendered, and mentions Wallachians killed at Vhurva. The piece alleges Albanian revenge against Christian villages after earlier destruction.
Capt Fo W James and Capt J M Comnton led a convoy to Col Fe Laty Larger in Tonawanda for the Company F reunion today. James served as captain of the company. Mrs Joseph R Robertson has gone to Camp Sychar.
A 1902 joint resolution proposes a statewide amendment to Article XII section 2 to tax state and local needs uniformly, with limited exemptions for burial grounds and public charities. It directs voter ballots on the amendment at the next election after the first Monday in November 1903, and states effective January 1, 1904. The certification is by Secretary of State Lewis C. Laylin, Columbus, January 20, 1903.
Proposal to submit on November 1903 a constitutional amendment Section 2 Article 11. It sets representation rules by county population with one representative minimum and multiple rules as population ratios. Ballot wording specified for Yes or No votes. Certification by state officials with dates and signatures.
The document outlines a proposed amendment to the Ohio Constitution to require a single liability for stockholders. It details submission to voters on a November 1903 ballot and provides ballot wording for supporters and opponents. The text is certified by Secretary of State Lewis C. Laylin as a true copy.
Stump the ald matme Fass recently sold by J Wood is racing at Belmont Park Philadelphia. A noted racing journal gives a nod to the horse with a muddy track performance and two notable feats.
The article reports the consecration of Fr. Harty as Archbishop of Manila attended by Cardinal Satafie. It notes Father Charles Weaver at work in the unsigned department of H D Beach company and an accident that caused a palm abscess from a hand scratch and poisoning.
The document records a proposed amendment to Ohio's constitution requiring bills to be read three times on separate days and detailing veto and reconsideration procedures. It includes electoral instructions for voters to mark "Constitutional amendment governor's vote yes" or "no" and certifies the copy as an official record dated May 2, 1902 and January 27, 1903.
The document outlines a proposed amendment to Ohio’s constitution to classify municipalities into three classes by population, with election ballots indicating support or opposition. It specifies the governor and legislature's role in defining city organization and tax powers, and sets effective date and certification details from state officials.
The readable portion indicates a garbled note mentioning an age related item and a letter, with addresses and a likely official addressee. Names, dates, and clear actions are not present, leaving only scattered fragments and uncertain references.
Burlington agency invites inquiries for rates and routes for summer tours across the West. Proposals to be described to W. M. Shaw and L. Wakeley, with full advisory service offered.
Miss Bessie Gamble was crowned queen of the Main street carnival amid a crowd of four to six thousand on Friday night. J P Zerbe introduced speakers and George D. Ranny praised the queen as the Keystone Carnival company performed for the benefit. The Coshocton Athletic Club joined the celebration with spirited support and a street parade, signaling a successful street fair that exceeded expectations.
Editor from West Lafayette Indicator describes Atlantic City as a place of beaches and hotels with vivid remarks on clothing. He notes bare legs and bathing suits, stockings on women, and window displays showing swimsuits. He also remarks on city hall flags shaped like swimsuits and a Sunday seen late by residents.
James Clark died Friday afternoon at his home near the fairgrounds after a long illness. He was 89 and had been bedridden since last April. He is survived by his wife and their son John J. Clark. Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the residence with Rev. Thersele of the Baptist church officiating.
Mr and Mrs Hawking of Morgan Run welcomed a new baby boy at their home Thursday night. Nipweeat.
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