18 Dec 1905
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Newspaper
Coshocton Age
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1905
Page
1
The Age reports Mayor Rinner issued a proclamation enforcing a December ordinance against gambling in saloons clubs and private rooms. It bans Pedro parties card games dice pool and slot machines for prizes or money with arrest and fines for a second offense. The Mayor says there is no middle ground and ministers support strict enforcement.
Samuel Sprague, a balconyist on Second Street, was arraigned before Mayor Rinner on a Sunday liquor sale charge. The prosecution witness was J. H. Hartsock. Sprague received a ten dollar fine.
Ed Overholt of Plainfield Road two miles southeast of the city cut a long gash in the palm of his left hand with a butcher knife while helping to butcher hogs Monday morning. He went to the city for treatment and Dr. McClain dressed the wound.
Fragmentary note records a move of stables tied to 470 The Mie with unclear details. No names, dates, or clear entities emerge beyond the address. Further readable context is needed to form a precise summary.
A telegraph notice from New Castle Pennsylvania reported J A Harris a 25 year old railroad brakeman killed in a rear end freight collision near that area. The body was later identified through a clothing card after searches failed. his relatives in Coshocton were notified and burial occurred Monday. Chicago banks failed as the day closed with the Clearing House announcing the closures.
A government move declares martial law amid a general strike and widespread labor protests. Authorities vow to act against disruption as provinces tighten controls and riot conditions emerge nationwide.
A Saturday Salvation Army gathering drew crowds as soldiers marched down the street singing and beating drums. A passing spectator teased the loud bass drum, prompting a zealous defender to explain the Army's spiritual victory and mission.
The state law on Sunday liquor sales will be tested this week as the proprietor faces closing of doors and observers note billiards parlors and saloons may be affected. Police and local officials anticipate enforcement of Sunday closing provisions across various establishments including cream parlors and grocery stores with liquor permits.
Wilcoxon a traveling cigar salesman was arrested at his home in Columbus on a charge of jumping a board bill claimed by Proprietor Ball of the Park hotel. Chief Mapel brought him to this city where he is confined. Diphtheria cases fade as Health Officer Miller orders fumigation of the Wagner home and plans to fumigate the Gardis home if no new cases appear.
The Premium Manufacturing Company on Cambridge Street closes for holiday vacation, with operations paused Saturday evening and will reopen January 2. The move affects staffing and production until the new year.
A resident reports Whely cat the meeting tonight to discuss the January 9 convention in Columbus. Mr Greene, seeking the sub-district presidency, travels to align supporters while Mr Haskins remains an ally as both run direct campaigns amid strong work demand locally.
John Frederick, aged by age not fully stated, died at his War sa w home shortly after a paralysis attack last week. The death occurred at twenty minutes past one in the morning, following a period of illness. He was known as a venerable man in the community and his passing ends a long example of steadfast service.
Israel Glover longtime Co shocton resident died Saturday afternoon at his Worthington home aged nearly seventy eight. He was born near Keene and moved to Indiana about fifty years ago where he lived the rest of his life. His brother T H Glover had departed for Worth.
Mrs. Frank Martin of Roscoe received a telegram Monday bringing the sad news of the death of her uncle Mr. Jesse P. Smith of Minneapolis. Mr. Smith had lived in the West for fifty-five years.
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