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Newspaper
Coshocton Age
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1905
Page
1
Independent voters swung outcomes as Ohio ballots shaped a mixed result. Coshocton backed Herrick and Republicans, boosting Pattison's county lead while Democrats underperformed. Sheriff Browning received rare high praise from voters, with Republicans winning council seats and at large posts, and Tish Richardson among top public service nominees.
The state faced an unexpected outcome as the Republican ticket failed to secure expected margins. Analysts say the burden on the top candidate and the intensified campaign fight contributed to the defeat, contrasting with typical gains seen in such elections.
Cimernau Nov 8 George B Cox a noted Republican leader states after twenty five years of active service in the party his personal activity in politics shall cease He will still vote Republican but others must bear the burden of future campaigns He thanks the local organization and friends for their past steadfast support and good will
Early Wednesday a large barn on J oe Harstine farm about three miles northwest of Newcomerstown burned to the ground. Loss estimated at $1000, likely covered by insurance. Two tramps seen around the premises before the blaze may explain the cause. they vanished after the fire started. The granary nearby was saved by quick work, and Harstine plans a new modern barn.
The Age election bulletins draw a large Main street crowd Tuesday night despite a heavy shower. Early returns are meager for Republicans, with optimism and pessimism arguing. Ward 4 A reports many mixed tickets while Virginia township and Millcreek come in after daybreak. Smith elected mayor prompts cheers, with Gen Lybarger and Sheriff Browning among supporters. Democratic headquarters dispute tallies. Mehaffey appears elected senator amid district indications.
The county board of elections convened in the secretary's office this afternoon and began counting ballots. Official returns from townships began arriving early this morning and the board expects to announce the official count on Thursday.
Socialist supporters turnout was lighter than last year with ward results showing Ward 1 A 2 and B 12, Ward 2 A 60 and B 6, Ward 3 A 3, reflecting a weak urban showing for Carpenter.
Reports from 43 counties and 1961 precincts suggest Pattison may win by about 25,000 with the legislature in doubt. Early returns show Herrick carrying Hamilton and Lucas Franklin counties, while Cincinnati precincts hint Herrick leads by about 2,000 in Hamilton. Statewide, Democratic gains dominate. both chambers potentially Democratic.
Tammany defeated in its bid to elect James W. Osborne as district attorney and save the mayoralty. Early indications show George B. McClellan reelected mayor for four years with Jerome likely re elected district attorney. Telegraphic reports note a small margin and reduced Tammany fusion.
Indications show Ross elected township treasurer and Charles Hoff chosen as trustee by a narrow margin. Nelson and Arrow are noted as defeated.
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