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Newspaper
Coshocton Age
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1907
Page
6
A church service led by Rev. Robertson addressed divorce, condemning it as a vice likened to Mormon practices. He urged the congregation to pursue church unity, loyalty, and atonement through Jesus Christ, warning of the moral dangers of polygamy and related evils.
A new combination fire wagon from Meek Co. has arrived for the Coshocton Fire Department. The unit features red paint with gold trimmings and will undergo inspection tonight at City Hall as the board of public safety tests candidates for chief and fireman positions.
An early council discussion, per the budget sheet, weighs raising the solicitor's salary from 7500 to 600 per year and the treasurer's from 200 to 600. Advocates say the solicitor must devote more time and effort, and the treasurer should hold a $50,000 bond, arguing the office's value warrants higher pay.
The entire corps of teachers in Coshocton schools will spend next Friday visiting city schools. They begin Thursday afternoons visiting Whealleg, then Algran, and the rest go to Cleveland. Such programs have been implemented elsewhere and yielded extremely beneficial results.
A Newcomerstown woman, a widow with several relatives in West Lafayette including Ferguson and Philips families, was laid to rest in a funeral held Monday afternoon following a deadly incident.
Mrs. Mike Mercurio aged 28 died Sunday morning at her corner Mair and Sixth streets home from pernicious typhoid after a supposed siege. She ate oysters last Tuesday and showed weakness before death. Survived by husband Joe Mercurio and five children Maria, Mercy, Mike, and others. parents and sister in nearby city. Funeral services will be held at Sacred Heart with burial at South Lawn cemetery.
DECEA Fir Dr Ottman treasurer of Cleveland Brooklyn Elyria electric line is at Doylestown aiding James B Meech in securing remaining right of way between Barberton and Orrville for the electrified route to Orrville Doylestown and Barberton. Construction near Doylestown to begin by December 1 with bridging work pushed to completion.
M J Schalt of Barberton narrowly escaped death while shingling with four carpenters. He slipped from near the roof apex and plummeted through the top of a delivery wagon, crawled out injured with a fractured shoulder and extensive bruising.
The Coshotton Aerial Navigation Company sues the Licking County Agricultural Society in Newark seeking $530.67 plus costs. The suit stems from an alleged contract to exhibit an air ship daily at the county fair for $500 and flight payments totaling $480.67, with weather and receipts affecting payments.
The Columbian Sunday paper reports Dickerson's bid for a change of venue in his case, aided by counsel. A photo labels him with alleged acts of a crime against a woman, while defense argues the story is a biased, one sided take far from the truth.
A Huey connected boy admits involvement in a school theft case. The confession centers on a planned deception at a school event. authorities suspend a member and pursue further statements as the investigation unfolds.
The funeral was held this afternoon in Granville for Angle TS. Montenery was informed and locals recall the prominent position of the deceased.
Vivian Dy. Deneer aged 26, and Mrel Stan Th. Pena report their son died of tuberculosis at his father’s North Niteh street home Sunday. The deceased, from Bakerstown, was a member of the Modern Woodmen and leaves a wife and nine children. His mother Mrs Sirhon Deen is also seriously ill. Rev. Robertson to conduct services. Warner T. Beers of Newconere and John, a Coshooter, attend. Dr Beers accompanied the father on a trip from a palaixtlegiment for over a year.
In Findlay, the Amity Company v. Wysabrod case featured lawyer Phelps displaying erratic behavior after a tense courtroom session. He stopped work at his office, claimed religious visions, and announced moving to a livery stable before being returned home. His partner W L David and colleagues amid the turmoil praised his prior work.
James Whitcomb Teach Beach aged 47 died Saturday at 7 40 pm at Mrs Tunneght's boarding house on North Wirth street after summer liver trouble. Born in Freericksburg Knox county in 1800, he lived in Cashostion since three. He worked as a tailor with his brothers and belonged to the tailors union. Survived by H D Beach J K Beach F H Beach and Mrs Vernon S Trawthorne of St Paul Minn. Funeral Monday at 2 20 pm at L J Beach home on North Fourth and burial at South Lawn cemetery.
Wage earners in Coshocton and surrounding areas received pay by checks drawn on First National Bank of Cleveland. The system drew criticism as many checks were deemed poor, though some workers reported they worked as expected. Several firms, including those in Cleveland, begun issuing checks, with denominations of 5, 10, and 20 dollars, while others paid a portion in cash. Local observers urged caution as the practice spread, noting potential delays and errors in processing.
At an Electric Theatre performance Mrs Ed Abbott’s purse was stolen at the front door. Officers Courtright Fretague and Sheriff Browning sealed the doors and searched men as they exited while ushers worked the crowd. The thief dropped the purse containing about $25, found by usher Worthy over, praised as good theatre management.
William Heskett settles with John Heskett and Rose Hesket Ward surrendering notes and claims. The $5,004 Franklin County farm passes to William, then to his wife and children after death. The matter is unrelated to the Larecmil suit recently dismissed by Judge Camylreil.
At a Wednesday Trades Council meeting a W T U petition urged endorsing an Indiana style bill banning sale and manufacture of cigarettes. The discussion was lively and the petition was signed by Trades Council as a body and individuals. The Temperance union received strong moral and financial support from the laboring men and $500 was placed in the building fund.
Local report says two men who shuffled queer money in Coshocton last Thursday fled west on a freight. An excited crowd followed Chief Mapel as suspects were released for lack of proof. later officials linked the pair to Dresden, Ohio, then to Mavorsville and beyond, with the trail extending toward Newark and Coshocton.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe balance sheets of towns and schools in Coskocton and surrounding counties. It mentions cash accounts, local authorities, and archival items, with unclear dates and several garbled phrases.
Fragmentary obituary item noting a Macanic name and son with references to funeral arrangements and persons, but OCR errors obscure full details. The readable bits mention a death in Newark, a funeral and related names, with incomplete lines and scrambled words.
A Dover girl rises to local fame through a unique act at the canal, with coverage noting her feats and public attention. The report mentions varied spectators and the curious nature of her stunts, highlighting community interest and the novelty of the talent.
Unrichsville Ohio November 8 Jacob Reitz a farmer died in a barn fire after lantern in hay mow overturned starting blaze He attempted escape through a small window as flames enveloped him His wife fainted at the scene His family includes a son a professor in Cincinnati and a daughter and another son students in Ohio State University Columbus
New York reports from R G Dun & Company show improved trade conditions across the United States for the past week. Clearing house certificates and restricted currency circulation have not dampened trade, with retail demand steady and rising as the season advances.
J M Adams schedules another cattle sale at the fair grounds on Friday November 29. An ad will appear in The Age next week with details.
Fr Tarr of Columbus met with the Coshocton Chautauqua Board on Thursday to discuss attractions for next summer. He named Alton Packard the cartoonist and the Otteragin Gee Club and said he could arrange reduced rates by booking them at other nearby Chautauquas. The board took no action. Mr Tate will submit proposals in writing at a future meeting.
The Coshocton county Pomona Grange plans a Perry venue gathering Thursday November 74th as remodeling causes delays. Much floor removal and weather hinder progress but work aims to finish by year’s start. Harry A. Caton to lecture with planned evening entertainment promised.
An advertorial urges timely use of TONSILINE to prevent tonsillitis quinsy diphtheria and other serious throat diseases. The piece claims the remedy cures sore throat, notes widespread use in the United States and quotes physicians and users praising its efficacy. Available in 25¢ and 50¢ bottles from The Tonsiline Co Canton Ohio.
In Warsaw a young child, Mabel Shaeved, was found unconscious after a gathering that included many neighbors and friends. The incident followed a party at her home with music and refreshments as the community planned a Christmas bazaar.
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