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Newspaper
Coshocton Age
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1905
Page
4
The Daily Age urges Coshocton county Republicans to vote next Tuesday. It praises Gen Lybarger as the best representative for Columbus and defends Sheriff Ham Browning as a capable, principled official.
A detailed ticket listing for state county city and ward races with candidates including Myron Herrick Andrew Harris W C Davis Wade Ellis W S McKin non William Kirtley Jr Alex Smith Edwin L Lybar per R C Edwards Houston B Hay Sampson Mc Neal David W Johnston Alexander T Boyd W A Smith Levi Williams J S Crawford H L Richardson Wm G Hay R C Darnes Charles Kane R M Temple Jr Isaac Farrell G S Lawrence S C Riggs D C Martin Charles Huff W H Ross and other local posts in Tuscarawas Township and surrounding wards.
A letter denounces Judge Donley and Boss Roch for claiming lawyers control trains of the community and mocks the idea that a laborer cannot become probate judge. It argues that teachers merchants farmers and laborers with common sense should be eligible for probate judge and questions Democratic candidate’s recent court acts.
The piece denounces Coshocton County as a center for easy divorces, noting its fame across the state. It argues abuses would be corrected only if Dr. Edwards is elected probate judge, criticizing outsiders like Zanesville for seeking quick divorces there.
Probate Judge Donley accuses Dr. Edwards of promising a teachers' examiner ship while Edwards denies any such pledge. Donley has reportedly offered one board seat to many aspirants, recalling past pledges and withdrawals. The piece critiques Donley’s consistency, contrasting his recent campaign tactics with prior promises.
The late Peter Hitchcock, longtime judge and chief justice of the Ohio Supreme Court, argued that probate courts need not be led by lawyers. He said a capable non lawyer with common sense and accounting skill could fill probate judge duties, as probate business has few complex legal questions.
A Pittsburg Gazette portrait of Perley A. Baker as the potential master of Ohio politics if Herrick loses. The piece argues the nonpartisan league wields power over both parties, threatening party responsibility, with Baker at the controls and Pattison as a pawn. It warns Republicans and Democrats alike fear Bakerism’s balance of power.
The text argues the core issue in Ohio politics is whether Boss Baker should lead both major parties. It condemns the prevailing rule as reckless and notes the organized county and precinct machinery that sustains it.
The West Lafayette Indicator notes Henry Phil lips, now back home in Landes Illinois, suffered a severe avoirdupoise decline. He recalls a previous four month sweating spell two years ago, after which his weight dropped from 365 to 225 pounds and he could not fit his clothes.
Wheeler will be replied to by Judge Roche as the preliminary proceedings in the Dickerson murder suit extend late into the night. Judge Eason aims to finish so he can depart for Wooster Saturday noon, with state attorneys noting the pretrial skirmishes may stretch toward Christmas before the main trial begins. Probate Court reports George L. Strouse as guardian filing a first and final account for Essie Moore.
Rev. C. C. Jones returned from Dayton where he attended the annual Christian State association meeting. About 100 ministers and delegates were present as the convention met from Tuesday to Thursday. Jones reports a very successful session. Telegraph, telephone and light companies faced wire-cutting disruptions this season and plans to remove obstructions were discussed.
Abbott's Oyster House at 42 Main Street opens Saturday selling leather leggings and astrakan jackets. The notice lists Walker and Lawrence as suppliers for the new shop opening this weekend.
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