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Newspaper

Coshocton Age

Location

Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1907

Page

3

Good Roads Plan For Keene District Proposed

Wd M Norman spoke at the Farmers Institute in Keene urging a major expansion of road building across Keene Tuscarawas Franklin and Jackson townships. He outlined funding via bonds and a one mill levy to start 30 miles of macadamized roads next spring with state and county law changes guiding district control and road tax administration.

Wd. M. Norman Farmers’ Institute Keene United States Tme Tuscarawas Frankland Jackson State National Congress Office of Ohio Coshocton Pleasant Valley Rie Franklin Main Twelfth Streets Boover Niles

The Farmer's Wife Promotes Health With Churn Analogy

An 19th century health ad extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery and All Healing Salve as cures for foul stomachs and blood impurities. It claims to purify the blood, treat ulcers and sores, and restore health, urging readers to mail for samples and booklets.

Dr. Pierce R. V. Pierce Buffalo N. Y Golden Medical Discovery Hesh R.V. Pierce

Ohio road plans after county surveyor visit

A company lines up with the county surveyor Mr Bock to tour the state of Ohio and meet with other boards to gather practical experience. They aim to finish preliminary work this year and begin road construction next spring, urging full readiness of old Dobbins to hit the pike.

Bock Ohio Dobbins

Woman survives copperhead bite using Sloan's Liniment

Mrs K M Fisher of Ditisburg Pennsylvania recalls a August 25 1906 incident in which a large copperhead bit her hand twice. With no medical help nearby she treated the bite with Sloan's Liniment which she credits with killing the pain and saving her life. She notes she is the mother of four.

K- M. Fisher Box 40 Ditisburg Sloan

Fortune Telling Arrest of Countess De Ovies

Countess De Ovies formerly of this city was arrested in Pittsburg on Saturday for fortune telling. She was ill when officers arrived and could not be placed in custody.

Countess de Ovies Pittsburg

When to Go From the Biaffton Banner Item

A bizarre local item warns readers to go home in various moods including fatigue comfort desire to show reform or liberality and even to harm family members before offering a note on using Chamberlain’s cough remedy. The piece lists druggists C. E. Anderson Coshocton and G. Ferguson Roscoe as sellers.

Biaffton Ind Buik Haney Chamberlain C. E. Anderson Coshocten G. Merguson Roscoe

Inquest Finds No New Details On Death Of Babe

Coroner Lear held an inquest Saturday to probe the death of the infant found near the railroad at Isleta. The body was given to Sexton Page for burial in South Lawn cemetery. An advertisement notes Dr Thoms electric Oil as quick relief for wounds and burns.

Lear

Red Ashman Chosen Chancellor at Fidelity Lodge No 43

Last week Fidelity Lodge No 43 elected officers for the coming term with Red Ashman as chancellor and HJ Hershman as master chandler. Frank Ashman, J Foy Cochrane, Fred Lorenz and Louis Glauque filled key posts. WJ Winter named master of finance and exchequer. R C Dames keeper of records. Dawson and Milligan named alternates. the lodge plans for a district convention in January with 297 members and 49 nominations noted.

Red Ashman Fidelity Lodge No 43 Mander HJ. Hershman Frank Ashman J. Foy Cochrane Fred Lorenz Louis Glauque Frank Henderson Fred Ashman Jantter Brandledge Dawson G. A. Milligan Charles Carpenter Bert English

Yew Garage Fastens City Heat Plant Startup

Murray and Samuel Stegrest return from Detroit to oversee installation of a new heating system at their shop. Equipment arrives at the corner of Fifth and Walnut as workers prepare the facility for operation by the end of the week. The plan aims to provide hot water heat for autos by Wednesday evening, enabling turnover by early next week.

YEW Murray Samuel Stegrest Detrott Fyfth

Chicken thefts surge in Frantz Portine area

Report of numerous chicken losses around Roscoe, with initial claims of one hour but later estimates indicate about three to four birds missing from several coops. Police urged residents to secure yards and report further incidents.

Frantz Portine Ois

Bar Admission Case and Mortgage Foreclosure Notice

A notice describes a petition in a case John W Lee versus Joseph Martin et al involving a bar admission irregularity and a mortgage on lands in Mekson and Oxford townships. The action seeks $13,600 payable to Mainum with Jackson and Oxford lands offered as security. Plaintiffs allege Mrs M Compton and Joseph Robson may hold interests in the property. Voorhees and VYoothers represent the plaintiff.

Hergment Fortesloure Mekson Teres Oxford Township Ieee John W Lee Joseph Martin Saran Martin Jos Robson Adame Campion Jackson Township M. Compton Joseph Robson Voorhees & Vyoothers

Churches Plan to Give Forth Xmas Cheer

City churches announce Christmas events with trees, Santa Claus, music and recitations. Congregations at Grace, German Evangelical, Baptist, Presbyterian and Church of Christ prepare programs and offerings for local poor through November collections.

Christian Union Church Grace Church Te German Evagelical Church Cozen Baptist Sunday School Santa Claus Coshocton Church of Christ AT. P Christian Sunday School Mandolin Club Henry Accomiuit Lee

Rent dispute leads to assault charge at Elsons on Walnut Street

Saturday afternoon a dispute over rent at Elson's on Walnut Street ended with Yarnson Elson charged by Joseph N. Wood for assault and sluttering. Wood posted bond with J. C. Adams while the case awaits the grand jury. Also mentions a testimonial for Blood Bitters in Sunbury.

Elson's Strong Walnut Street Joseph N. Wood Yarnson Elson Squire L. WN. Stant Wood Har‘son Grand Fry Me J. C. Adams

Dr Barcroft Struck By Fall On Street

Dr Barcroft, 18, suffered a forehead cut after tripping over an obstruction on a street near Wirth. He was taken to his home on North Fifth Street by witnesses Tallis Me Clain and Charles Melman, and Dr Cone treated him with several stitches.

Barcrom Uitle

Home Made Remedy Saves Baby From Bronchitis

Two months ago a baby girl suffered sneezes and a severe bronchitis attack despite two doctors. After trying Chamberlain's Cough Remedy recommended by a store clerk, the child recovered. Endorsed by Geo W. Spence of Holly Springs and pharmacists Anderson Coshocton and M Ferguson Raseos.

Maenl Merent Chamberlain Geo W. Spence Holly Springs Ge. Anderson Coshocton M Ferguson Raseos

Bloomfield Church Clears Debt Welcomes New Members

A Bloomfield church celebration marked the clearing of its debt and reception of welcome offerings. The service featured community leaders from nearby towns and raised over 983 dollars to fund fire safety improvements and other church projects. Dean's Ointment advertises skin relief for children.

Tehanneesee Chuch al Bloomfield Ure Vilage Dy Warner Cherlin Tee Hone Medina Dean

Distillery fined for selling liquor in Holmes county

Charles Weldemier M Weilemier and Adam J Weldemier of the Killbuck distillers in Holmes county were convicted of selling liquor in a country. They were fined $206 but opted not to pursue a new trial and paid the fine and costs plus penalties totaling $70239.

Distillery Charles Weldemier M. Weilemier Adam J. Weldemier Killbuck Holmes County

Fire at Fry Home on South Seventh Street Disturbs Morning

A small fire broke out at Me and Mrs Willis Fry's residence on South Seventh Street Thursday morning. The head of a match lit a curtain in the bedroom as Mr Fry rose to answer a knock, igniting the curtain window blind and wedding. The couple quickly put out the flames with water, avoiding the alarm. Mrs Pry, previously ill, is up again.

Willis Fry South Seventh Street Mr. Fry Mrs. Pry Pry

Houck Heads CDD Fellows Grand Lodge Elections

The Ohio Grand Lodge election results from lodges statewide during rush week list officers: Grand Master Lewis BD Houck, Deputy Grand Master Frank J. Forester, Grand Warden Isaac E. Huffman, Grand Secretary O. M. Lyman, Grand Treasurer C. J. Nites, Grand Representative Isane M. Durdan.

HOUCK CDD Grand Lodge of Ohio Lewis BD Frank J. Forester Isaac BE. Huffman O. MH Lyman C. J. Nites Isane M, Durdan

Farmers use wire fences to relay phone signals

Farmers between Mopedile and Mitter's Station report survival of telephone service by linking lines to their wire fences. They claim they can talk across the region with clear reception, hearing one another despite being deprived of regular phone privileges.

Mopedile Mitter Tate Cadiz

Woman's Day A Great Success At U B Church

Woman's Day observed at the U B church Sunday was a resounding success. Ladies who organized the event worked hard the day before at the dance held at the Mc Manus residence. The church was decorated with bows and green and Minne ribbons. Rev Kehler delivered strong sermons in the morning and evening. A large choir provided the musical program with orchestral accompaniment. Ushers handled duties and collected offerings. Ed Abbott led the orchestra with solos in morning and evening services, accompanied by Leon Loos. May Cooper, the organist, received bouquets in appreciation.

U. B Ureles Dazazr McManus Kehler Pogram Ed Abbott Feader Leon Loos Abbott May Cooper

Panhandle Agent IIL W H King Ill at Home

W H King, long time Panhandle agent at Coxsackon, is confined at home with illness and his exact condition remains undisclosed. After 42 years with the company and two decades as Coxhocton’s agent, he may retire on pension though wishes to stay at his post if able.

W. H. King Xont Panhandle Kipp Thames Coxhocton

Gallant 97th Deserve It Committees Formed

Capt J M Compton travels to Columbus to join the 7th regiment committee in a morning conference with Gov Harris at the Neil to honor a monument for the 97th at Missionary Ridge. Capt Adair Capt Jones of McConnettaville Geyil Stottmire and Dr Hotcom of Cambridge also join the committee.

J. M. Compton Columbus 7Th Regiment Gov. Harris Neil 97Th Slonary Ridge Adair Jones McConnettaville Geyil, Stottmire Hotcom Cambridge Compton

Horse Pierced by Road Hazard in Linton Township Mishap

Andrew Hiser, a farmer from Linton township, reported a road horse valued at 170 dollars struck Wednesday morning. The horse collided with a power board lying on Vine street near Coshocton, was pierced in the neck, and later taken to Dr. Foster for care with injuries described as serious but not fatal.

Andrew Hiser Linton Township Coshocton Vine Street Mtsev Foster

Grafters Busy With Fraudulent Daxing Tale At Local Show

A confused report describes a hustler pretending hardship and theft to finance a show appearance. Police note a string of diversions including a staged illness and diversion of funds. A Brendel store visit led to a petty theft scheme when the man allegedly sent money for dinner while funds were spent elsewhere.

Fortes Brenders Mr Forbes Tye Aendel Chris Maple Agape Brendel Alce Tric

Home Fire Destroys Lime Residence Wipes Out 12500 Cash

The country home of John H. Lime near Versailles was burned to the ground. Nearly all contents were destroyed along with 12500 in cash. Lime feared banks and had no insurance.

Versailles John H. Lime

Roosevelt Declines Third Term Candidacy

A White House statement on December 12 declares President Roosevelt will not seek a third term. He reaffirms the 1904 renunciation and notes no change in his position, clearing the field for other Republican nominees and signaling continuity of his past policies.

Roosevelt Washington White House Bairbanks Taft Cannon Knox Foraker

Roosevelt Endorses Two-Term Limit. Ends Third Term Talk

In a March speech the president states he will not seek a third term, pledging to serve only a first term of three and a half years. The remark settles the third term issue for both parties, boosting Taft supporters and prompting mixed Democratic reactions as leaders assess the impact on the nomination battle.

Iwo Ters Roosevelt Ryan Tornker Nick

Engine blows head off train delays service on Pan Handle

An accident on the Pan Handle Wednesday night delayed No. 82 two hours as the engine blew its front end, causing congestion and a yard delay while repairs were made. Passengers suffered no injuries and the train resumed after repairs, with No. 76 guiding traffic through several towns.

Panhandle Newark Coshocton Parkengers New York Trinway Newcomerstown

Elopement Rumor Frizes Conesville Village

Conesville Deg 12 reports tremor of excite ment over a married man and a young girl who eloped two days ago and were said to have gone to New Philadelphia. They returned. the man returned to his family and the wife’s mother threatened to beat him and pay the fine if he is arrested.

Conesville Deg New Philadelphia Coshocton

Elks Celebrate February 22 With Combined Events

The Elks plan a February 22 celebration for New Year and Washington birthday with an “open house” on that day. A 15 member committee was formed to raise funds from members and buy toys for Coshocton’s needy children after canceling New Year’s reception to avoid conflicts.

ELKS Elka Washinton Pebruary Marona The Coshocton

Examinations Schedule For Teachers In Ohio

Examinations for elementary certificates occur on the first Saturday of each month. High School and Special certificates are offered on the first Saturdays of September December March and June. Patterson exams fall on the third Saturday of April and second Saturday of May. Fees include fifty cents to the examining board and five cents for return postage, Patterson applicants supply stamped envelopes. The board provides stationery free. questions will reference King’s Rational Style.

Patterson Board of Examinera Pboard Weber Prye Board of King Ohio Teachers’ Reading Circle Columbus Ohio

Muskinson Real Estate for Sale in Muskingum County

For sale by application are Muskingum County farms and Zanesville homes, building lots and business properties. Bargains in new taxable city and county Thads. Government bonds accepted in exchange. C Hoskinson at 47 North Fourth Street Zanerville Ohio.

Muskinson Real Estate Muskingum County Zanesville Hoskinson North Fourth Street Zanerville Ohio

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