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Newspaper
Coshocton Weekly Times
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1907
Page
6
Readers witness a stream of editorials and letters debating Foraker and Taft, Ohio politics, mining disasters, and Christmas charity. The piece notes the mine tragedy orphans, Taft and Foraker faction squabbles, and local merchants amid holiday giving while urging civic responsibility and restraint.
The Best Business Man selects a bank with utmost confidence and integrity in officers and directors. It offers generous accommodations, ample resources, and modern progressive banking, meeting the needs of all who appreciate sound financial service.
An editorial voices concern over covert attacks on Coshocton probation court officials by three local figures including an editor a former officer and a lawyer. It warns their actions aim to undermine the court and suggests a potential attempt to install a new probation officer while lamenting passions driving their judgments. The piece predicts the crowd will see the error of defaming honest officials.
An editorial laments the series of disasters near Pittsburg, citing Monongah Yolande and a recent explosion. It questions state mining laws and enforcement, warns of civil responsibility for preventable loss, and notes grieving widows and orphans ahead of Christmas while urging action.
The article weighs where Ban Dickerson should be tried and estimates costs. It suggests Millersburg may be more costly unless the jury could be empanelled in Cashoton. It argues that moving trials could require up to 1000 men summoned and notes the long ongoing debate and a call for better parental guidance to reduce social issues.
A reflective piece recalling boyhood sledding in Cos Cobton and the balance between playful exuberance and respect for elders and law. It urges parents and officials to guide children toward honorable play that builds body and character, while cautioning against harsh judgments and the miseducation of youth about authority.
The Jackson club of Uhrichsville and Dennivan announces a celebration program on January 8 1908 with Toastmaster J H Mitchell, Welcome by A Wilson and readings including Andrew Jackson by A N McCombs. Speakers include A W Patrick on Where Are We At Pearl and Swine by James Rice Canton O Responsibility of Citizenship by B McGuire Future by D R Wilkins and Dr W A Zellers on The Press.
New York dispatch reports Thomas W Lawson of Hoxton intends to launch a new political party with Theodore Roosevelt for president and Jesus Johnson of Minnesota for vice president. Lawson stops short of asserting candidates have agreed to his program.
A crowded slate of local social notes lists Joan Sharp visiting law partner Judge Maxwell in Millersburg and many residents like Mrs. Grant Croge, Georgia Williams, Mrs. Chas Miller, Jas Middleton, Harry Miller, Welker Best and others traveling or staying in the area for the holidays. Mentions include visits to Cincinnati, Columbus, Newark, Canton, Akron and Marysville, with plans for Christmas gatherings, nursing care updates and travels to join relatives and friends.
Christmas events feature by the school and Halifax church on December 24. Local residents, including Mrs. Fred Hothem and Dr. Pomerene, are listed among those ill or visiting relatives. Several families report holiday visits and new arrivals, with KinG and Olinger relations noted, and a newborn grandson welcomed by Mr and Mrs John Olinger.
Wheat futures slip as May 106 and July 98 decline. Corn May 81 8, July 57 3 8. Oats May 53 1 2, July 47 6 8. Stock list dull with a 1 point decline and money market near 3 percent.
A Des Moines wallpaper plant fire causes about 100000 in losses after a worker drops a lit match. United States Express chief Alonzo Wysant dies in Chicago. Florence Kentucky residents David Marshall and Calvin Rice contract hydrophobia after dog bites. New York faces beer shortages with price hikes and layoffs. Athena Green, 16, is accidentally killed in Asheville by a mountaineer’s revolver.
Prominent young couple in Coshocton reportedly engaged, with families and close friends aware for months. The bride is noted for high society presence and musical talent, while the groom also belongs to respected local circles. Details remain formally unconfirmed.
The young man is currently traveling and enjoys popularity among peers. His wedding is expected to occur in February, according to local rumors and family statements.
The Panhandle line timetable reportedly to take effect early next year may place Main Street as a stop for the Walhending accommodation. Columbus accommodation has long stopped there. Dennison may gain a No 28 morning stop, with tickets not sold there now. A Sunday accommodation between Dennison and Steubenville is also hinted.
Word reached Mrs. W. B. Tyler that her sister in law Mrs. W. R. Fessenden of London Canada died Monday morning. She had suffered long with TB and hoped Canada’s climate would help but the disease prevailed. She leaves two daughters a son and her husband.
Anna E Wilmont sues husband Joseph W Wilmont for temporary and permanent alimony claiming desertion and absence of means of support. She alleges extreme cruelty including accusations of indecent relations and persistent intoxication. Petition seeks injunction to stop him from drawing seventy dollars owed from his glass works job.
The item notes Sunday as the shortest day of the year and describes the sun’s changing visibility as days pass. It mentions Father Winter arriving Monday evening at 6 o'clock and hints at a possible white Christmas, with a caution that the weather might change. The text ends by inviting readers to read Hoskinson's Bond offer.
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