28 Nov 1907
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Newspaper
Coshocton Age
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1907
Page
1
Edward S. Jefferson of Burlington North Dakota was killed by foot pads and his body placed on railroad tracks. The illustration in the issue shows Jefferson's home, a store, and a photodiagram related to the grim event.
Arch ie Livingston formerly Senator Brown’s clerk testified that Brown urged Mrs Bradley to marry him to curb her drinking, while Lorin Christianson said Mrs Brown threatened Mrs Bradley with murder. Max Brown rebutted, and witnesses described chaotic kitchen scene. A $85,000 house offer and $100 monthly support for Mrs Bradley emerged as alleged coercion.
Rivers boys and Co shocton county reps stay at the expense of the commonwealth in Columbus for Thanksgiving. Menu includes Roast Turkey Oyster Dressing Cranberry Sauce Celery Sweet Potatoes Giblet Rice Pig Fruit Brew Coffee Cigars. Wonder if Ben Dickerson is sorry not to attend.
Steubenville, Ohio, Nov 27. T Jones an ex convict of Aljes bheny was found dying in a room by police and taken to a hospital. He had aided friends who were illegal liquor dealers, then fled to the Ohio side at midnight with his body, dying in the care of a physician.
The Association of County Auditors met in Columbus and adopted a resolution to move 860 sources of revenue from liquor tax collections to the general county fund. Officers elected include President W. C. Remick of Ashtabula, Vice President S. A. Stillwell of Warren, Secretary A. B. Pekinhaugh of Wayne, and Treasurer E. S. Pearson of Miami.
Mrs. William Orr of Argenta Tennessee dies after a stroke Tuesday evening and dies Wednesday morning. She is survived by a son and daughter, with Coshocton relatives noted. Burial arranged with funeral date pending public notice. Also easter Ohio Teachers Association to meet in New Philadelphia in November.
Local notices report Reverend T. Woler traveling to Chicago for a trio of services. St Mary’s church will host a late afternoon worship, followed by another at St. Michael’s with a brief evening prayer service.
Two masked assailants beat and bound eighteen year old Mary Simpson near her home on the outskirts of Steubenville. She was found unconscious by her brother after an all night search and may die from exposure as authorities investigate an epidemic of similar outrages.
A burst of garbled lines recounts a mass killing involving Armenians and widespread looting. The text includes mentions of a ravaged area, victims, starvation, a hotel incident, and a wallet with money and jewels, but specifics are unclear due to corrupted OCR.
Thanksgiving day in Coshocton features a 1 a m union church sermon by Rev Fr Flaher of the M OP at Green M church. Many shops and services will be open while the courthouse and library close all day. Post offices and deliveries limited.
Weston completes a remarkable journey with a mile of marching, ending in Chicago amid cheering crowds. The veteran’s trek, described as commendable, breaks several records and concludes at the city post office with broad public support and celebratory events.
Supreme Court considers pleas from Dayton murder suspect Frans Korte as a motion for error is reviewed. Government plans to pursue further action while awaiting new developments in the case.
A three year old boy, son of Charles, died this morning in Bellaire Ohio after his clothing caught fire from an open grate while his mother was away. The incident occurred in the family home as flames engulfed the grate and clothing.
Police sought a man described as medium height and weight with a light brown beard, seen in Coshocton after a murder case. The boy testified a newspaper story tied to a local incident, and the man may have knowledge of important facts regarding the murder of caretaker Fittswey. The search continued through the night with no arrests.
Two young women in St. Louis explore a sensational claim that lips against a chest can transmit sound over a wire. Cities test early experiments, finding conversation works when the transmitter touches various body parts. uncertainty remains about whether heartbeats can be conveyed.
A transcripted report relates Dr. Chaney defending credentials and a life certificate, while Commissioner Jenga notes willingness to hold and review credentials. Senator Meek interview cited, with focus on alleged favoritism and the regular examination for bearer credentials. Mock claims he faced standard exams and concessions granted to some, including Superintendent Chaney, amid ongoing dispute.
In Sondon, Ohio, on November gt, Charles Neuer a wealthy Vienna farmer killed his wife with a drink then fatally shot himself. He had been to Springtell and wardluieing earlier. the motive remains unknown.
Local business move as CG OW Miller and Sybold, formerly with Gidbens Telephone Co, form a new electrical fixtures and wiring venture. They have rented a room on North Fifth Street to start operations for wiring and related services.
Varina reports that the council debated street swearing, street naming, and annexation funding issues. The salary for the city treasurer and solicitor was read for the first time, with no ordinance discussion, and matters were referred to the ordinance committee.
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