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Newspaper
Coshocton Age
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1899
Page
1
Seth Anan sues for Louis McClain seeking to block the Pittsburg Cincinnati Chicago and St Louis Railroad from building a second Pan Handle track south of Coshocton. McClain warns of irreparable damage as land would be divided and crossings altered. Case slated for next court term.
One man objected as the Columbus Buckeye Lake and Newark Traction company asked Newark council for a 25 year franchise. Mr Brand protested the term while Mr Pomerene explained the $700000 line cost and expected investment payoff. The council passed the ordinance under suspension of rules with franchise terms shown to protect local interests.
Dean Stanley will perform at the Newark Elks minstrel program on Christmas afternoon and evening. Local Elks accompany him and host the event, with audiences expecting a pleasant time from the renowned singer.
R H McFadden a Perry township farmer sued Dr L Cullison his neighbor in common pleas court alleging damages from goods Cullison allowed to span through negligence before they were delivered The case heard by Squire Daniel Mikesell of Perry township resulted in a judgment of 2 dollars and costs for the plaintiff who appealed
The November 1900 sale of the gas plant is discussed with Dwight E Sapp and Frank L Boam of Mount Vernon. Sapp says they will be in Conbocten next week to issue a public statement. Scio College announces a fall term start on Jan 2 1900 with campus growth, new buildings, and increased faculty.
Street rumors speak of coast thieves in the hill district and police activity is light as Mayor Cassingham avoids court. Reports mention late Pan Handle trains, a damaged Tuscarawas dam, a noted library carpet upgrade, and local deaths and sermons praising restraint of profanity.
In St Joseph a man from the Noveit Advertising company fell into an open air bore hole on Main Street four months ago and was seriously injured. He has since recovered and recently returned home with his condition improved though lingering effects remain.
Superintendent Fenton announces the Cherry Street school will open next term with formal possession Tuesday morning. A dedicatory program is set for 7:30 PM in Alcyone hall with future details pending. The Walnut Street group of scholars will march to the new building at 9 AM and begin classes soon after. Faculty includes J. H. Talmadge, Miss Jennie Smailes, Miss Nellie McGinnis, and Miss Macret Palm.
Public schools close Friday afternoon for Christmas holidays with special observances. High school unaffected while other grades enjoy programs prepared by teachers and staff. Professors Fenton arranged seating for visitors and parents are invited to view progress and honor students with substantial remembrance.
The Age offers a free Farmers Want Column in Coshocton Ohio to help farmers buy sell or trade livestock grain seeds and equipment. Send brief notices with name and address three times to reach nearby buyers and sellers and unite wants with offers within the community.
The News of the World in The Age summarizes important events from the American Press Association. It compiles general, home, and local news into a single sixteen page issue for Coshocton readers.
The past months' weather did not deter contractors who are starting new work and finishing houses citywide. The Hunt, Ricketts and Rodgers properties are nearing completion and soon ready for occupancy. The class was displayed in the Hunt building window today.
Fragmentary OCR text describes Pennsylvania police officers including Kemp and McLensh along with Deputy Inspector of Police Hrrsgus wt Voinare. Mentions of Moore and Thome Isr and a general note on work of MPoore and a perch trent unclear.
For a limited time, pay a year in advance to receive THE AGE and Rand McNally's New Concise Atlas of the World in book form for 1.60 dollars. The atlas measures 54 by 7 inches, has 96 pages, colored state maps, and full page maps of every country and civil division with careful indexing. It is urged as the most convenient atlas published and a necessity.
About fifty thousand worshippers attend the usual Sunday services at the Presbyterian church which has been under repair and will reopen. Services are set for 10 a.m., 2:30 p.m., and 7 p.m. A revival is planned in the hall Sunday afternoon at 2:30. The church also lists upcoming events and community notices including farm sale ads and local tax collection updates.
A collection of childhood Christmas wish lists from Ohio youngsters. Entries name gifts such as dolls, dolls accessories, sleds, skates, toys, candy, nuts, clothing, and small household items, with addresses and greetings to Santa.
Two letters from Avondale children describe requests for simple toys and goods. Estella Hartman asks for a swing chair and doll, clothes rack, wash tub and board, clocks pins, sand nuts. Job O Tanpahill requests a gun drum shoes candy oranges money and a small horse. Annie Louise Shepier asks for a sled doll cap and a wagon.
Avondale gains status as a key shipping point for stock lumber grain and produce. Over the past four months freight forwarded averages exceed 1,000,000 pounds monthly. This week two general stores shipped about three tons of poultry to Cleveland aided by a telephone exchange and electric lights.
William A. Denning and Bertha Cain wed at a residence on Eighth Street with Rev. A Fisher officiating. The couple traveled to Pittburg after a cordial reception at E. V. Cos home. Also, F I McClelland and Estella M Maller married at the bride’s parents home on Third Street. George B K Wright and Florence Flavis were married at Grace M E parsonage by Rev Dr Toland on Wednesday evening.
Mrs. Emma J. Cleary placed stock including dry woods and groceries in the opera house building and two lots in the first board of trade addition in a trustee’s hands to satisfy creditors. The largest claim is from W. W. Harper Co of Zanesville at 636 dollars, with others totaling 3250. No local creditors. Property under L. I. Schett. Disposition plan not decided.
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