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Newspaper
Coshocton Weekly Times
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1909
Page
4
A local newspaper accuses a reporter of sensationalism after claiming a horse grave near Mill Creek concealed a murder. The piece argues the tale is exaggerated and urges the community to let the animal rest, noting forthcoming names connected to the incident are held by the Times.
Mrs Mary J Miller formerly Mary Jane Timmons died Thursday at 1 30 am after a long illness of peritonitis. Born near Plainfield April 10 1855 she lived in Coshocton 45 years and attended M P church. She was beloved for strength and Christian grace, with nieces Frances Donahue and siblings John Timmons of Janesville Wis and Mrs Margaret Wier of Newcomerstown among the survivors.
Charlestown W Va April 1 Two men were instantly killed and four more entombed after an explosion in the Reno mine at Boury Fayette county. The dead are Charles Jones and John Brumfield. A rescue party recovered the bodies and found a small opening that may allow air or access to the entombed workers, offering a glimmer of hope.
Franklin Station April notices list many visitors and callers from Coshocton Dennet on Comes Denn teon names Miss Anna Vincent Mr and Mrs Lett McParlandt Mrs Stella Letene and others visiting relatives and friends in the area on Sunday Many short visits conclude with neighbors returning home after social calls.
A testimonial touts Electric Bitters as a universal remedy restoring health for stomach, liver, kidneys and nerves, claiming twelve bottles revived vigor and appetite. Separately American Clothing Co transfers to a new space, moving from the City Steam Lawn dry location to the Mecca Hotel block by April 10, with Veo Oru and H. Teater managing rent through a temporary lease.
President H Liewer cites business mood and local option elections for the loss of 150 jobs at Coshocton Glass Co as the amber tank is shut down. The burning stops, the tank may not reopen, and 60 skilled blowers lose work while the white wire department remains active for now. The plant began operations at the start of the year and has run only three months.
Columbus April 1 Governor Harmon and the state industrial school superintendent announced plans for an executive inquiry after two girl residents were brought to a local home for medical treatment. Prosecutions against men connected to the girls were expected in Delaware County where the home stands, with the institution crowded beyond its anticipated capacity due to new juvenile court releases.
Destri Agel and others visited family this Sunday. A man named Malin Ta residing near Freese was injured when a hay wagon toppled near Fresno. he sustained a sprained ankle and possible rib injuries, receiving care from Dr Ettamiller. Miss Martha Shank died Wednesday evening at Mrs J C Pomerene’s home. born February 20 1835 near Masonville and longtime Pomerené relative.
Mohawk Village notes spring plowing ditching and general farm work. Homer Laughlin builds a new barn. Mrs. Alexander Barrett ill and an operation is planned. S S superintendent treasurer reported on last year’s work. Miss Zora Barrett presented a paper titled A look in the past. Visitors include Miss Anna Huston of Cashacton. Local sales attract buyers. several residents plan moves to farms nearby. Snow shower gave way to sun and a rainbow.
In West Carlisle on April 2 a supper bonnet and apron sale plus social will be held at the Masonic hall by the WW OM S of the M church. An Easter program is planned for April 11 at the regular preaching hour. several local residents and visitors are noted.
City records show City Treasurer R O C Darnes withdrew 4417 22 from county funds Wednesday, balance for the Ken-runnal settlement of the school fund. First six months of the 1908 tax year total 24407 22, with 20000 previously withdrawn. Hod Carriers set new wage scale 80 cents per hour and a one hour day, replacing 2 50 for four hour days.
A long list of real estate transfers records numerous deeds in Coshocton and surrounding townships. Names include K H Caldwell, W A Gephart, A Ertan, S A Erman, T A Lackard, R K Wright, EB Wright, H Apple, J P Stockum, J L Myers, J W Henderson, Martha Crowthers, Erastus Powellson, Charles Ringwall, Nettie McFarland, Pauline Foster, Henry Hess, Lucinda Webb, George Rine, BE Miller, Lewis Waters, Seth Shaw, Elisha Huff, Nelson Murphy, Irvin Rice Jr, Cinda Barcus, Eva Clark, Chas W Lous, George W McCoy, Uriah Foster and others. Properties span Lindem Place, 53. White Eyes and Jefferson townships. Linton and Perry townships. Cambridge Heights and Terrace View additions. Wrights Subdiv. and other parcels. Amounts range from $1 to tens of thousands with numerous 1-3 acre and 18-80 acre parcels.
Daniel Crawford has retired from the Roscoe barber business. The shop room will be taken by B. F. Tacobs, a veteran in the trade with many years of experience.
Win J Miller administrator of Ruth Lamma’s estate filed a probate petition to sell real estate. Defendants listed include Dan Lamma Win Lamm Thittie Holmer and the Tyliding and Loan Co.
Mr and Mrs Noah Bush of West Hertford have bought a small farm near Mohawk Village from Mrs Agnes Mush and will move their household goods this week.
A Thursday statement says the pending acquisition deal between receiv ers J A Compton and R B Caldwell of Reston Mano Co and the purchasing company is off. The factory may close and superintendent A O Price could depart, with plans to use a piano plant in Marion and seek a permanent position in Chicago.
Mill Creek April. Noeh Lower of Mound died March 22. Interment was in Zion Reformed cemetery at New Bedford March 25 with services by Rev. fabr. He leaves a wife and two daughters Mrs Alen Renner of near Baltic and Mrs Samuel Baily of near Mound plus many relatives. He had passed his 61st year. A carpenter by trade, he was a county survey prefect. He was in the locality last week establishing lines on the Albert and J J Welling farms near New Bedford. Messrs Allen and Burt Lower were sick last week with lagrippe. Philip Balder was in our midst Monday.
Pennsylvania railroad officials plan tests with all steel box cars. Union Pacific has experimented with this design. If approved, about 500 cars may be ordered from a major builder, with production at Altoona or Pennsylvania shops. Columbus officials confirm inquiry for about 1000 freight cars, with a portion likely to be ordered soon.
John Lane reports a conference with Wilt, Clow plant superintendent, promising not to pay more than 3.50 dollars daily for teams and 1.29 for nine hours for laborers. Lane argues workers with families need higher pay and vows to fight for relief, setting strike office hours at Central Labor halls Forbes block from 6 to 7:20 PM.
File and Saw Co. of Newcombrstown runs at full capacity for the first time since founding, with expectations of plant enlargement to keep up with orders. Local letters praise Arnica salve for wounds and burns. Mrs Burrell and Miss Burrell travel from Methum to join family in Oklahoma City. Owen Marshall visits Nebraska for farming, with stops in Terre Haute and Kansas. Judge Hunt attends a Judicial Administration meeting in Columbus.
A crowd of miners from Harwick mines in Cheswick Pa clashed with two deputy constables. One man, Mike Strengard aged 26, was killed. Another, Norwalk Buiterge aged 24, was shot twice and admitted to Allegheny General Hospital with doubtful recovery. The disturbance began as they tried to free a jailed comrade.
Edwin F. Miller returns from Columbus where operators of the Crooksville district and local sub district officials met. After the conference, differences between employers and men are announced as settled. Davies Furniture Co. displays a quilt sign on its storefront. Frank E. Whittemore is named and qualified as assignee in trust for the creditors of Benj F Bumgardner with payment and claims procedures to follow.
Examinations for elementary certificates are held the first Saturday of each month. High school and special certificates occur the first Saturday of September December March and June. Patterson exams on the third Saturday of April and second Saturday of May. Exams begin at 7 30. Applicants pay fifty cents to the Board of Examiners before testing and five cents for returns. Patterson applicants furnish stamped envelopes. The Board provides stationery. Questions focus on Keith's Elementary Education. Available from The Ohio Teachers Reading Circle Columbus Ohio. E2 Fry SHaw Walker.
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