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Coshocton Age

Location

Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1899

Page

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Five Thousand Paid and Street Grading Planned by Board

The Coshocton Rolling Mill will receive $5,000 with a further $25,000 due after machinery is installed, likely in January. Street grading for Chestnut to North streets and Trade avenues is set to cost about $1,600, with $10 per lot owner to fund it. A meeting will invite A B Garver to explain Heinz company plans for a cucumber plant and potential farmer contracts.

Board of Trade Coshocton Beard Arthur Hay Heinz Company A. B. Garver Hit Hy Farers

Quorum Lacking Delay Adjournment at City Council

When Mayor Cassingham tried to call the council to order Tuesday evening no quorum was present. The meeting adjourned until the next regular session. Four members make up a quorum. Two members, Doctor Dent and William Wright, are in. A. F. Timmons was in union.

Cassingham Doctor Dent William Wright A. F. Timmons Uvanion

Abandoned Wife Sues for Alimony and Custody

Mrs. Hannah L Tumblin of Wills Creek sues her husband James Tumblin in common pleas court for alimony claiming abandonment in 1897 and seeking custody of their two children and a reasonable support allowance. The couple married in 1849 and have two children. The Driver Escaped Without Injury But the Pan Handle forse Was ShakenLp.

Hannah L. Tumblin Wills Creek Common Pleas James Tumblin

Delivery wagon blown over by strong wind

A Greek company wagon driver on the Plainfield Road near J N Woot experienced a strong gust that toppled the wagon. The wagonist slid from the seat but escaped injury. the event caused minor damage to the wagon and nearby property. Local fire horses aided the scene.

Weallatis Greek Company Eid J. N Hatnens

Locomotives pass through city for western roads

New locomotives have crossed the city in recent days destined for western routes. Auditor Lamberson to receive a handsome tile hearth in his office as part of ongoing improvements. Superintendent Ward and Chief Engineer Davis arrive from Atlanta Ind. and are ready to work. Mayor Cassingham orders suppression of profanity on the streets drawing favorable press comment. Fire alarm active for five months with no major fires. Sheriff Clark in Plainfield and Oxford townships serving subpoenas in the Marion Davis versus Mary Marlatt case. Roscoe King’s Daughters held an old fashioned tally pulling in town hall. Mrs Nellie M Hubbard of Geneva, president of the Rebekah assembly, to meet with Sarah Rebekah Lodge No 25 Friday evening.

W. E Ward John R. Davis Atlanta Ind Cassingham H. T.clark Plainfield Oxford Township Marion Davis Mary Marlatt King’s Daughters Roscoe J Town Hall Nellie M. Hubbard Geneva Rebekah Add FeNews Sarah Rebekah Lodge No. 25

A Few Cinder Paths On Walnut Street Pave Inconvenient Way

Walnut Street cutting to grade left a deep excavation at Sixth Street, causing pedestrians trouble. Cinder paths laid to ease the mud now let people pass with less sinking. Engineer Howell from Adams Brothers has crews working at the Third Street intersection.

Walnut Street Sixth Street Emgineer Howell Adams Brothers

Masons of Ohio attend Washington memorial services

General E Lieharver grand master of the Grand Lodge Masons of Ohio is in Washington to attend the memorial services for General Washington. The event promises an impressive ceremony with prominent Masons from across the United States.

Bridges and Stations Inspection Findings Positive in Fla

Roadmaster Jordan with Allend and T P Bones visited here after surveying Wheeling Lake Erie bridges and stations. They found the company property in good condition and no repairs needed, then returned to Canton satisfied with the observations. The report notes repainting and refurbishing by Pennsylvania, Pan Handle, and Fort Wayne lines, with several coaches already remodeled and ready to depart.

Jordan Fla. Allend T. P. Bones Fanton Wheeling Lake Erie Canton Pennsylvania Company Pan Handle Ft. Wayne

Mill Creek Episcopal Church Preaching and Communion

Rev. W. M. Pullen, rector, will preach at 2 30 p m Sunday afternoon and celebrate holy communion at Mill Creek Episcopal Church.

Mill Creek Episcopal Church W. M. Pullen

Lafayette Ladies Dinner Hosts Roscoe Club Guests

The Roscoe Woman's club entertained the Went Lafayette Woman's club at dinner Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs. S Elliott on Locust street. Guests from West Lafayette included Mrs. E Leighninger, Mrs. F Yarnel, Mrs. Noah McClain, Mrs. John West, Mrs. F Hanna, Mrs. W Best, Miss Anna Marx, Mrs. Walton, and Mrs. M Barringer.

Roscoe Woman's Club Went Lafayette S~. Elliott Locust Street Ellntt Roscoe Club West Lafayette E. Leighninger F. J.yarnel Noah McClain John West F. Hanna W. Best

A Mad Scramble for Pap in Coshocton County

A detailed narrative accuses the Mischief Maker publishers of plotting to block the county’s annual report publication. The article traces a political battle from 1898 through court action, noting shifts in publication frequency, mandamus petitions, and votes by Commissioners Funk Fisher and McConnell, with threats of further legal fights ahead.

Coshocton Tae Ace Marshall McConnell Bahmer Fisher Ofice Acre J. T. Funk Funk Vicehif E.S Manly Dicover Bhio Olive Wreaty Mosse James Glenn Lettice Iaud Tar Age THE AGE Mischief Maker Ace Funk and Fisher—McConnell Alien Marshall Nicholas & Merrell Common Pleas Court Easoff T. S. Wheeler W. A. Himebaugh John M. Compton Eason

Change in the force at the Postal Telegraph Co

W V Lecky notified of change in the force at the Postal Telegraph Co in this place Lecky to have complete charge of the company lines in toys district W S Hitchcock of Unrichoville will be added to the office force Advertisements seek book canvassers with no experience required AMERICAN MANUFACTURING Co 22 Main Street Scio College business department closes Dec 15 for two weeks vacation Winter term opens Jan 2 1900 Mt All parties indebted to undersigned urged to call and settle by Dec 30 Syxxs Bett 21 426 Roscoe O

W. V. Lecky Postal Telegraph Company Mr. Lecky Toys District W. S. Hitchcock Unrichoville Scio College Scio. O Syxxs & Bett Roscoe

Dispatcher Blame Lays on Dr Hennel Verdict in Wheeling Wreck

Coroner Hennel finds dispatcher McCaffrey responsible for the Wheeling and Lake Erie collision two miles east of Coshocton on November 25. The inquest heard testimony from Moran Run and Wheeling & Lake Erie officials, with McCaffrey admitting a momentary error when the wire failed to relay his corrected order. The report states the wreck killed Squire West and Asbury Luman, caused by orders issued by McCaffrey for trains moving in opposite directions.

Hennel Wheeling & Lake Erie McCaffrey Roche Judge Day Needham Canton Morgan Run Company Ase Fred Troll Lof Cleveland Wheeling & Cake Erie FE. D. Dennis Morgan Run Miss Smith Squire West Asbury Luman Pan Francile Hill Station J. W. McCaffrey Ohio Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway Company Sal Exttra Pan Handle Crossing

Presbyterian Musicale by Young Ladies at Miss Wilsons

The Presbyterian musicale at Miss Jennie Wilsons residence Fourth and Locust streets will be held this evening as a leading season event. The program features top city musicians. No admission charge, but a collection will be taken for home missionary work.

The Presbyterian Church Jennie Wilson Fourth Locust Streets

Stamps Cut After December Under New IRS Order

The internal revenue commissioner issued an order requiring all documentary revenue stamps over 10 cents to be cut with three incisions on each stamp. The cuts must start a quarter inch from one end and end a quarter inch from the other, covering stamps on mortgages deeds and similar papers.

Internal Revenue Commissioner

Coshocton sought as manufacturing center by board of trade

Secretary Boyd of the Coshocton board of trade notes many manufacturers wish to relocate for the right incentives. He receives daily letters asking to come. He says if there were a million dollars to spend in bonuses Coshocton could become the state's manufacturing hub.

Boyd Board of Trade Coshocton

Captured the Pair From Dresden Men in Frazeysburg

Panhandle officers Moore and Tillman captured William Painter and William Gordon at their homes after pursuing them for train riding. They were charged with train riding and fined 40 dollars each by Mayor Shore for their son. Officers vow to break up the Frazeysburg gang and keep surveillance.

First Steel Cars With Pan Handle Initials Made

The first steel cars bearing Pan Handle initials P C C and St Le have been produced, rated at 100000 pounds capacity and similar to cars used on the Ft. Wayne and Pennsylvania line. The Pennsylvania railroad, after introducing heavy fast locomotives separating engineer and fireman, concludes future engines will place both men together in sight at all times.

P. CC St. le Pennsylvania Ft. Wayne Pennsylvania Railroad

New Christian Church Nears Dedication in Coshoctow

Statement by Rev A J Sever outlines a new Disciples of Christ church at Eleventh and Adams in Coshoctow. The building will be dedicated late January or early February as part of a larger plan to support moral and spiritual work, aid the poor, and promote New Testament Christianity. The pastor thanks supporters and invites fair hearing of their claims.

Eleventh and Adams Streets Bandag Fond Coshoctow Christ A. J. Sever

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