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Newspaper
Coshocton Age
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1876
Page
2
A strong west wind fed a blaze that started in a wooden City Hall te e house at Main Street near the Metropolitan Hotel. The fire quickly spread to dry structures including the old Commercial Hotel and a three story brick, driving damage toward two hundred dollars in total losses.
The letter discusses organizing a state militia in New York with the Democratic Veteran Legion to petition for arms and quarters. It urges officers to administer an oath and submit progress reports, aiming to quell disturbances and align with the governor's call. The note includes orders and commissions for officers and emphasizes loyalty to the US and state constitutions.
Telegraph dispatch from Washington reports Democratic Representatives hear Gavi Tilden favors delaying a national address until committees finish reports. Observers expect a press campaign and mass meetings to pressure the Administration, aiming to steer toward Tilden’s terms and avert civil conflict. Republicans fear demonstrations and view the push as a bid to force concessions or war.
The article reports a state commission to codify abatements for legislative approval at session start and predicts discussion will occupy the adjourned session. City officials inspect public halls for fire exits, while a council committee supports concrete paving on main streets. Also covered are a fatal railroad yard accident near Gaion Depot, a Til den party meeting planned January 8 with volunteers, Bourbon Straight reportedly backing General Wikoff, and Wikoff resuming Adjutant General duties to focus on Hayes and Wheeler campaign work.
At 9 o clock this morning the boiler at D C Parmans sawmill exploded with great force. Eleven pounds of steam pressure were on. Fourteen employees were present. John Galey suffered serious head injuries and a worker was fatally hurt. The roof blew off and the mill sustained major damage.
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