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Newspaper
Coshocton Weekly Times
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1908
Page
7
Henry Shearn petitions for divorce from Lora Shearn whom he wed in Sharon Pennsylvania in 1889. He states they lived in Sharon until 1907 when they sold property to move to Coshocton but she refused to accompany him, and she is charged with gross neglect of duty. J C Adams represents the husband.
President J A W Straughn of West Lafayette college spoke at the cornerstone laying of the Conference Memorial Methodist Protestant church in Zanesville on Thursday. He urged that the kingdom of God grows as God and man collaborate, noting every church effort matters regardless of size.
Thursday matinee records fall as Tony Borden owned by Mr Gorden of near Spring Mountain covers a half mile in 1 10 in the mixed race before a crowd of 800. Several entries show brisk times. next meet slated for Thursday August 13 with about fifteen to twenty entrants anticipated. Other results include Class A Mixed led by Tony Borden and Hiarry C, Class B Mixed with Borden Girl, and a running race featuring Otter Tail and Tom Agnew.
Oak Grove July 30. A number of Harry Normans friends gave him a pleasant surprise Saturday evening in honor of his twenty third birthday. Emma Murphey of Coshocton is visiting at Nelson Murphews home. Sauerbrey Murphey are finishing the carpenter work on H A Catons new house. Marguerite Park spent last week with Fresno relatives. Miss Elma Rager entertained about thirty young friends with a party Tuesday evening.
Final negotiations completed Friday morning for the conveyance of the John Travinger residence on Cambridge Street to H. 8. Rinehart, the North Third Street harness man. The consideration is 16 B2100.
Levi Bime ter has taught in Zoar for a quarter century and will enter his twenty sixth year under the school board. He is descended from Jahn Bieler, a member of the original Communit Settlement, and was a leader in the movement to dissolve the Communist society years ago.
Local residents, including Fanny Chase of Clarke and Mary Duncan of Coshocton, spent Tuesday with Mr and Mrs Thomas Headington. An ice cream festival is planned at Elilatt church Saturday evening. Omar Guthrie is visiting relatives in Tolalo this week. Mrs Win DeBerry and daughter Mrs dd a Johnson of Wilmot visited Elmer Endley. The Murray and Patterson families spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs 8 V Asem near Welcome. W Al Zauen returns Friday from a year at Valparaiso college.
The wedding occurred at the bride’s home in Warsaw with Rev. Roberts officiating. The bride wore white silk and was attended by Libby Turner, Clara Turner, Mary Turner, Mise Geneva Turner, Mrs. Jos. Pollen, and George Bower. The couple plan to travel to Cleveland and Magara Palle for their wedding trip.
The Board of Public Works approved preliminary paving work for North Third Street between Maluc and Chestnut, contingent on funds from the Linkfing Fund Commissioners. If available, credits will be placed to avoid a bond issue, aiming to begin by September first.
A large bank barn on Jacob Stillenbauer’s Mohawk area farm burned after midnight Friday. The fire destroyed every article inside, including a horse and farm implements, with total losses estimated between 1600 and 2000 dollars. The family woke to flames. doors were reportedly open and a shot was heard near the house as the blaze raged. The cause is suspected arson with theories advanced, though insurance partially covers the loss.
West Carlisle hosts a church gathering on Sunday afternoon August 1 as Erica Bryan of Newark and other visitors join local residents. Guests include Miss Dda Bilman Allen Blanche Van Wikie Prampton and the family groups of Gearhart, Evans, Chaney and Ashpoiate with extended stays and Sunday visits around Frazeyburg and Faliburgh.
Lester M Nelson of Naples Maine writes that Dr King s New Discovery has long helped his throat and lung ailments and even saved his life He claims the remedy is a reliable preventive against pneumonia and a healer of weak lungs It is sold with a guarantee at Rosese and other drug stores with a 100 trial bottle offered free
The W. F. My. 8 to hold monthly meeting at Joseph Ensley home on Wednesday evening in August. Mrs Laura Prior and daughter Ruth of Columbus visit relatives here. Mr Seth Adams and sons Calvin and John of Warsaw were guests of George Hardesty. A church social slated at the branch on August 1.
Dame Rumor reports a September wedding between Carl Stewart and Miss Mina Finlay, surprising and pleasing their circles as Rumor notes. Dr. E Northrup sues Edw Guthrie and Elizbeth Guthrie for 1382.51 plus interest.
The fragmentary items mention Waltersville residents Walters and Marr visiting a housekeeper property, Axler Brew and others in local areas, Presbyterian ladies meeting with Mrs. HB BP, Warren regent, Mrs. DOL, Maver SB Loveless and Zbinner in Gashoet, Caserta residents, Canal Dover ad, Prof. Hahn visiting family, Harry Diebel returning from Denison University, Canahiva Curtis Lyons retiring to Coshoetan, a Win érniownay property sale, and various local residents visiting relatives and awaiting homes.
Mrs Joe Wood through attorney W O Merrell files suit for alimony and injunction against her husband V R Wood. She cites marriage in 1872 and accuses him of adultery, extreme cruelty, and gross neglect. She alleges last Sunday he attacked her and dragged her on the floor and asks the court to restrain him from disposing of property.
A series of property transfers listed across Franklin, Burt and Rogers, Coshocton, White Eyes, Lafayette, and Crisbetean areas show buyers and sellers including Milo E. Fisher, Annette Perry, Ida M. Sieffee, Elizabeth Klein, Calvin Everhart, Jennie Everhart, Wm M.Standts, Archie Caerry, T. A. Girardot, Magete He, Jamies Gleay, Stephen McLear, Adamson, and others. Amounts range from 175 to 2500 dollars with parcels described in acres and townships. Transactions note trustees and neighborhood additions, illustrating local real estate activity in the period.
New Castle hosts a mix of visitors and events as residents welcome Columbus guests Sarardiy Rena Jehings and Jame MekKee, while Colsom Cleveland native Miss Zella Lewis visits. Proprieter Phillips opens a new barber shop, and the M. H. church plans a festival in the school yard this Saturday. Several residents, including Mrs. Lizzie Mikesell, John Allen, and Fant Clark, are at Mt. Vernon for the day.
A birthday celebration for Miss Elma Rager, daughter of Willan Rager, featured music and mime and a gift of a handsome locket from guests including Hessie McCammin, Havel Zimmerman, Nellie Brownfield, Edna McGuire, and others. W. F. Darling, Democrat, of Comhocton was reappointed yesterday by the secretary of state as a member of the county board of elections.
Fragmentary obituary notes a death linked to sunstroke in Ada Tennessee. The text mentions individuals such as Mrs Sus and Miss Sus, with various local names including Mrs Suse Simmons and Pravoysturiy, plus references to West Lafayette and White Eyes. The fragmentary report outlines a somber social scene with family and barber trade mentions and town names.
A new law requires licensing and regulated purchase of explosive materials. Morgan Run Mintgs Co and Wade Mines must locate licensed storage and comply with the act’s restricted sale rules or risk penalties. The text outlines that transactions must involve licensed dealers and proper placement of explosives.
Damaged OCR fragment describes coal storage and milling operations with names and prices garbled. Mentions sale of $50 bushels, several firms, and debris cleanup after a fire. Specific entities and dates are unreadable, limiting precise reconstruction of events.
HOY Benems an accountant from Cleveland marries a Warsaw girl Thursday afternoon in a ceremony conducted by Rev. Robertson at the ATOK. The couple will reside in Cheveliged. Frank Guthrie, who dives near Keene, was badly hurt earlier this week when his horse trod on him, spraining his knee and sidelining him for days. Hazel Salve is advertised for piles and other ailments, with Dewiths Witch Hazel Salve sold by local merchants. The six mile dam project advances. north abutment finished and contractor Kisaner to begin new concrete work Monday.
Historic account describes Tagie Wiha and Costin Cet testing a novel leap apparatus by a river road. A crowd watches as a pole vault like propulsion tests near a platform, with Wilson capturing speed and height, landing safely 15 feet beyond the platform amid cheers.
A tribute praises a plain, steadfast farmer described as a straightforward man who tends hogs and corn, cares for his children, and upholds honest toil. The piece likens him to a cardinal citizen, noting his modest virtues, religious leanings, and his role as a model for the community and nation. The language evokes a nostalgic ideal of rural virtue and moral character.
A fragmented item notes teachers employed by White Eyes township schools and lists Pearl Pred Park Heds Carrie Laavengend Frog Pond Mille Lower FUL Amelia Gribble Grove Kal Shannon Swamp Harry Caton. A judge named Jade Nicholas Thursday declined to act on an Electric Theatre phonograph case, citing plaintiffs had two years to file complaints and no immediate hurry. The court will reopen September 6.
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