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Newspaper
Coshocton Age
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1903
Page
4
The article extols John Rockefeller's vast wealth and influence, claiming vast holdings and power beyond measure. It notes his supposed health decline and hair loss as a striking, almost symbolic, feature amid wealth. It blends hyperbole with theatrical commentary on his perceived dominion over energy and darkness.
The observed political maneuvering around Hurst suggests a cautious approach to future office. Analysts note possible strategic moves linked to Zimmerman and Johnson, while some urge him to stay home or relocate to the Deep South if he pursues the rooster ticket. The report warns against entering a doomed race and hints at broader party calculations.
Coshocton residents push for a Market Place ordinance to boost trade while the city council settles the library site at L. K. Beach lot on Fourth and Chestnut. The chosen library location faces the courthouse square and Spangler lawn, with future plans for a Presbyterian church nearby.
A damaged text from the St Louis Globe Democrat reflects on expectations for Cleveland and reform outcomes following the 1896 Republican success. The fragment cites constitutional and social concerns about governance, poverty relief, and housing conditions amid a broader political shift.
The Dry and Sleepy argues a Democratic congress is needed now to handle the postoffice department scandal. The piece claims every man arrested is a Democrat and suggests a family-involved bias. Marietta linemen have walked out in sympathy, hinting at wire-pulling behind the unrest.
The Elks defeated the K of P 12 to 7 in a lively game. Bert Knode pitched. Petey Hack drove big hits while Thad Montgomery and Joe Callahan stood out defensively. Frank Leveng, Frank Ricketts, and Harry Kerlin contributed notably amid colorful commentary. Miss Rosie Guthrie March returns to Pittsburgh after visiting Dr and Mrs Smith.
The Fountains face Mt. Vernon Shamrocks next Tuesday at Riverside Park in a highly anticipated amateur matchup. Beney Prince and his Piqua hustlers may visit later in the month, subject to a set date, with manager Ashman hoping for public support to attract top state teams.
Paris Wheeler a veterinary surgeon from Maysville Kentucky died by suicide this morning at College Hill sanitarium where he was undergoing treatment for nervous trouble. He shot himself with a revolver. John Ashbaker returned to Dennis after visiting his daughter Mrs F L Wimmer on Vine Street.
About fifteen thousand Epworth League members gather for the opening of the sixth International convention in Detroit. Three meetings run with identical programs, led by Rev. Albert Carman of Toronto Bishop Earl Cranston and Rev. H. W. Featherstone of Mississippi. Remodeling work on Main Street includes new windows and modern refitting. Delegates T J Hanley C L Walker and Dean Stanley plan a trip to Baltimore for the Elks convention, with stops in Washington Atlantic City and Philadelphia.
Miss Grace Cline, the night operator at Central Union Telephone, left for Cambridge on Wednesday to begin a two week vacation.
By telegraph from Detroit on July 16 Major General Chaffee served as grand marshal of the military parade opening the reunion of the Society of Santiago de Cuba. General Bates led the military division with Major Generals Wheeler Hawkins and Shafter among the attendees.
The Newcomerstown Index announces an early August illustrated industrial edition. Thomas G. Brown of Newcomerstown, who supervised the fire industrial edition of The Age, will oversee the new publication.
Notice to recipients that no order will be issued on the treasurer for relief until October 1 due to exhaustion of the fund. Payments resume on that date by order of the committee J. M. Compton B BR Shew S B Woodward committee of Coshocton county Ohio. Mrs E A Lyons of Colfax Iowa visits sister Mrs J H Hay.
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