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Newspaper
Coshocton Weekly Times
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1906
Page
7
The slate lists Jos. L. MacDowell for Prosecuting Attorney, Fred Rinehart for Commissioner, C. MN. Bible for County Recorder, Henry Enrich for Infirmary Director, George Bock Jr. for County Surveyor, and Dr. F. M. Marshall for Coroner.
Warren G Harding argues Herrick was used to fund party campaigns, a costly move in 1903 05 and a sign the old funding sources are fading. He notes reform era demands stricter campaign spending and says Herrick remains a strong oilier with corporate ties. The piece reflects Republican tensions at Columbia and Omaha editorials about convention venues.
The article accuses Senator Mason and Congressman Larimer of colluding with meat packers to secure a tariff amendment that hides the age of meat products. It depicts a cynical defense by packers toward consumer inquiries and questions other Republicans’ actions and the president's role.
The author argues Roosevelt demanded dates on stamps to protect the public, noting inspection costs of about 3 million dollars yearly and the lack of proof inspections occurred. He condemns Republican inconsistency, recalling 1860 and 1892 positions that tied prosperity to unity and sound revenue, not protectionism. He accuses modern Republicans of rejecting founders’ views.
The piece laments a "complicated tangle of tariffs" from express companies seeking more time to publish rate schedules under a new law. It accuses firms of overcharging and calls for ICC intervention to restore fairness, condemning corruption and tariff trusts. It also critiques Roosevelt’s Panama canal push and complains of price fixing by the so called box trust.
An article compares the cost of saving souls across Chicago religious groups, noting African Methodists cheapest and Mormons most expensive at 1500 per convert, then shifts to political controversy. It cites Senator Lodge, Attorney-General Moody, Judge Parker, and reactions to trusts, tariffs, and Missouri politics, with mentions of Roosevelt Corteyou and the Iowa Republican convention.
A local advertisement touts a limited sale with soaps like Savon Violet and Lenox at 9 cents per box of three cakes, plus multiple household items such as Mason jars, galvanized pails, tinware, and toilet paper priced as low as 1 to 5 cents. Strong emphasis on value and variety.
Day ton horse owners resist the state board of live stock commissioners plan to kill horses to stamp out glanders. Dr Foster from the city aided the effort. a Bladensburg vet John Howell promotes a remedy with creasol in water to treat the disease instead of culling. The Times shared Howell’s prescription.
The query asks whether Herrick will biasly tout his governor record or side with Senator Dick to admit his governorship failed and his defeat was beneficial. It probes how he frames his past as governor in the upcoming address.
Plainfield August 1 events mention Carle Leslie visiting Lafayette and Coshocton visitors Jeaae Ford and family returning home after a two week stay. Chautauqua attendees Rolia Banks W C Lane File Wilson and Debra Criswell. lawn fete planned August 11 at John Miskimen’s with 5 cent automobile rides. Lumber and business news include Ragan Banks entering partnership in Brink Haven store with P P Kohl and new stock in groceries and dry goods. Ed McCallister reports a damaged horse. Ford Davis hired by Coshocton Citizens Telephone Co. Mrs Sam Magness visiting Coshocton while Mrs Malachi Angle travels to Buffalo.
Markets report shows corrections for wheat and corn values, with oats and bran prices listed. Produce section details butter eggs smoked sides chickens honey and new potatoes, alongside country ham and shoulder prices. Flour and meal rates are included, plus Chicago and New York cattle and hog pricing and assorted farm goods and market observations.
Wabash railroad officials consider Brewster as the logical hub for shops and yards moving from Norwalk Toledo and Canton. Superintendent Van Dusen notes uncertain gains from Brewster but predicts eventual shop transfers and yard improvements to handle freight.
Arthur Babcock, charged with robbing the Stonebrook jewelry store in New Lowerstown and who recently escaped from the county jail, has been located by Sheriff Marlow. Wind sor officers in Canada were alerted to detain him pending requisition.
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