24 Mar 1903
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Newspaper
Coshocton Age
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1903
Page
1
Zanesville hosts Mr Appleyard amid plans to route a new traction line through Coshocton. Editorials warn Coshocton could supplant Zanesville if doors open, detailing shops costing 100000 dollars and a complete upgrade including 70 pound steel rails and two hour service.
Caracas March 23 President Castro tendered his resignation to the Venezuelan congress, which unanimously refused to accept it and urged reconsideration. He reviewed dire conditions, denounced recent foreign interference, and stated his willingness to defend the country if needed. The congress later sent a resolution to mirror the rejection and requested a new proposal from Castro. Luman W Leonard, formerly of the city, married Stella Bromiey of Olean NY on March 11.
Coshocton city leaders and Coshocton Gas Company clash over contract form and alleged franchise violations. Officials discuss ouster or mandamus actions, with charges including a $1 minimum monthly bill and a $3 deposit before service. Company reps defend protections and flexibility, noting three year terms and negotiable plans.
A romantic note tossed into the Tuscarawas River near Canal Lewisville resurfaces in a muddy pool after a rescue by Thomas McDermott. The dated missive asks the finder to report location and offer a photo, reflecting a playful yet poignant era of courtship.
Telegraph dispatch from Vicksburg reports rising flood along Issaquena county front with levees breached and dredging ineffective. City of St Joseph ferries refugees, stock moved, and authorities debate cutting old levee to protect new works amid rising waters. Memphis and New Orleans gauge rises, tents to assist refugees, and Bayou La Fourche breach noted.
During the night three inches of snow fell across the Des Moines valley and more was piling up as the storm spread to a general region. Des Moines reports continued snowfall through the night.
Dr Frank Wernett of Coshocton survived a deadly cafe hold up in Lousteau's Pueblo Colorado where two local leaders Dr J H Turner and C E Bishop were killed. Masked gunmen opened fire as patrons watched in panic, a $3000 reward was later raised. Wernett recounts near misses and the crowd’s shock.
Police recovered the wire and batteries used by poolroom wiretappers who operated near French Lick and West Baden Springs. $8,000 was seized in the operation, with 1500 yards of wire and 49 batteries valued at $100 recovered after investigators traced the tap from two miles north of New Albany to a vacant house.
Miss Caroline Boyd reported a theft at her Smith Fifth Street residence Saturday. She found five dollars missing from her pocketbook when she opened it later that day, believing the burglar acted during her daytime absence.
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