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Newspaper
Coshocton Weekly Times
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1906
Page
13
Hertford area residents and trustees warn of rapid spread of wild carrot weed, also called race flower. The weed seeds disperse easily and survive for years, spreading to land after single patches. A Jackson Township farmer sought legal redress, learning trustees can order removal and charge the owner if complaints are filed.
Probate Court records show marriage license for Charles EB. Deeds, 35, carpenter of Presno, and Dilis K. Reiss of Adams township. Several guardianship and estate accounts filed, with numerous real estate transfers in Coshocton and surrounding townships including Sugar Grove, Jackson, Franklin, and Linton, detailing buyers, sellers, lots, and prices from $1 to $3600.
Cr Gelb a machinery salesman and Henry Van Kennel a Perry township farmer faced a dangerous crossing when a swollen branch flooded the lowlands. The buggy overturned and Gelb struggled to shore while Van Kennel hauled the horse to safety. The satchel with bank book and papers was lost downstream. Berry of Nellie provided shelter as they dried out before continuing.
The Columbus report details the Ben Dickerson murder case with notes that he suffers gall stones and has had his photograph and Bertillon measurements taken. Doctors debated his condition and possible surgery while guards describe his dazed walk through the hall and courtyard during the examination.
The report notes relatives of a Cooperdale resident, Ben Dickerson, including a father, mother, three brothers and four sisters. It describes his reluctance to card with fellow prisoners and his time in an annex, with mention of his arrival from Coshocton. An unrelated testimonial praises Foley's Honey and Tar for lung issues, claiming full recovery after prior treatments.
Charles E. Deeds of Fresno and Miss Della Reles near Bakersville wed at high noon today in Baltic with Rev. Schimmel officiating. They will settle on a 10 acre claim near Monte Vista to fatten sheep and grow cow peas. Their families and friends extend best wishes for happiness and prosperity.
Announcements issued for a five day County Trachera Institute at Coshocton High School the week of August 27 with Prof. P. I. Tussing Ada O studying science N. Kendall Indianapolis A B Graham OSU lecturing on scientific farming Prof W L Richer Coshocton president and Miss Marie Hagaus New Castle secretary
Preparations underway for the Farmer's fair at Layland on Sept. Cras. R. Guthrie plans events including a Millersburg versus Coshocton game. The fair will be in Graham's grove near Layland. Also items on visits, social gatherings, church event, and local business notices.
Plainfield and Coshocton area residents host visits and attend picnics near Otsego. News covers medical visits, family gatherings, travel, and social events. Reports mention Mrs. Susan Johnston’s funeral, road conditions from heavy rains, and a playful anecdote about whisky spilled on Coshocton streets.
A state experiment station report warns that potato blight has appeared at the Wooster experiment farm and is likely to spread statewide. Immediate spraying is advised as the sole treatment. Also noted are local notes on residents, visits, and obituaries including James Simmons killed in a Tenn railroad wreck.
White Eyes township trustees opened bids for grading a mile of road south of Fresno. Bidders Keesey and McCleary, Kleinknecht and Joe Henderson all bid too high, and were rejected. In Lafayette Ohio Rev Jas H Straughn arrived as new college president from Lynchburg Virginia to begin duties amid praise.
A disturbance among deaf mute families in Bethlehem township centers on a house once occupied by a man who killed himself five years ago. A stone broke a window and struck a man, causing panic as neighbors fled. Humane Officer Jackson investigated alleged cruelty to Pard Clark's child and found the foster parents' treatment acceptable, while an application was filed to admit Allen Blarkson to the septic hospital at Gallipolis.
Notice announces sealed proposals due by noon Sunday in September 1906 for removing and erecting a school house in sub-district No 62 Tiverton township. Plans and specifications are on file with the clerk R L Hays. By order of the Board of Education.
In Coshocton County State of Ghia Probate Court administrators executors guardian and assignee have filed accounts and vouchers for deceased persons including Sarah A Strause Henry P Reamer Elizabeth Neidon R E Finley George Bicks Thomas Welling Andrew Foster Sarah Crowley and Edward D Randles Hearing set for August 17 1906 with time for objections before that date and court may designate new hearing time. Russell L Donley deputy clerk.
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