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Newspaper
Coshocton Weekly Times
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1908
Page
6
The letter notes the Thaw trial in New York and the thawing political scene around Foraker and Taft as Millersburg and Cincinnati loom large. It mentions Pettibone’s release, judges’ respect for law, and tensions within parties amid a new year’s public gaze. Telegramlike fragments reflect local commerce in Coshocton and a civic warning about polo on streets.
A promotional piece extols Belecta Bank as a steadfast financial partner. It promises integrity from officers and directors, ample resources, and full accommodations for customers seeking progressive banking services. The text invites the public to engage with the bank.
Captain Hayes voices strong support within Coshocton Republican ranks while strained factions debate Bryno vs Foraker. The article notes insistent party lines, Taft and Foraker tensions, and a push to repeal primary election costs. It cites Edwin Wertz of Wayne and Ash Meloy's defense of Foraker amid internal disputes. The Ohio Republican state central committee meets in Columbus to fix primary timing and delegate selection.
The Taft Teresa secured victory by a 14 to 7 vote as Coshocton’s McCoy noted the unsuccessful Foraker effort. Columbus hosts the convention March 3 and 4 with James R. Garfield chairing, as Republicans vow to expose ring leaders and fix a hard-fought, open battle for delegation. The bosses face a high-stakes, public clash to win delegates.
A local voice argues the proposed election law unjustly taxes all citizens to fund primaries for any party. Critics say forcing taxpayers to support a party primary regardless of individual interest is unfair, and repeal should follow public input as Wharton County resists funding such costs.
The piece notes rising opposition to Foraker and his organizational methods in Cognoton county. Taft supporters fear suppression while Capt. Hayes of Warsaw warns readers that Foraker allies exploit strong machine tactics. The interview suggests wider reluctance among Republicans and Democrats about the Foraker leadership.
The article complains that tax payments in Coshocton are unfair as Democrats now face costs for a Foraker Taft primary they cannot influence. It notes GOP dominance in western counties seeks injunctions to halt election expenses, and questions a Democrat or prohibitionist being taxed for a Republican primary.
The fragment argues against taxation without representation and recalls the forefathers of the Revolution who fought for political rights, reflecting on enduring themes of civic participation and governance.
The governor hedges on the county option measure saying the public should decide. He hints at using liquor taxes to fund government but does not clearly state support or opposition, risking alienating political allies ahead of the election.
George F Hill aged over 42, a railroader and former train master, died at his father A J Hills Bowta Third street home after a lingering illness of consumption. He had worked in railroading in Catton and at Santa Fe before stints with Southern Railroad in Macon Georgia, then returned to Coshocton eight months ago for the end. He married Jessie Senfer in 1886 and leaves a wife and two children, plus his father, stepmother, two brothers and four sisters. The extended survivors include Mrs. J Saundbre of Rome Georgia and Warren at home.
The auditor's report to Governor Harris Monday shows total receipts from all sources at 10 891 499.00 and disbursements of 9 570 023.23 leaving a cash balance of 6 051 938.9 on November 16 1907. Funds allocated include general revenue 124 230.01 sinking 472 056.23 common school 280 263.60 and university 206 201.11.
Reverend Nicholas Stewart aged sixty five of Yale View near Adamaville died Friday morning at eight o'clock at his home after an illness. He had long served as local rector to the Fair View church but was unable to active work in recent months. He leaves a wife and three married children.
Columbus voters face a March 3 4 Republican state convention call viewed as a power grab by Taft forces with 14 to 7 senatorial support from rural areas and cities under Taft control. Critics call it brutal and unlawful, arguing it nullifies governor and state office candidates and concentrates delegates to favored blocs. Senator Foaker and others condemn the plan as a naked machine tactic risking November elections.
Jennie Henry wife of Harry Henry of Columbus died Christmas day in Columbus after a severe cold. A trained nurse from Coshocton tried to help but she died Sunday morning at 5. Born Birds Run 30 years ago she taught mandolin guitar violin and piano in Coshocton and had 98 pupils. She married Harry Henry on November 14, 1907 and had been living in Coshocton before. Her death marks the first in her family with parents Prof. I and Mrs. J. H. Dull and siblings Bert Dull Mrs Porterfield Pletcher Dull Blanche Dull in Birds Run.
Jas Beck, a Coneaville youth who suffered a leg and arm injury in a recent all road crash, is reported to be recovering remarkably. He has shown signs of improvement, dressing and eating meals with his family, and the injuries excluding the arm are said to have healed swiftly. the remarkable recovery is noted despite a near despairing prognosis.
Capt Geo W Smalles veteran of the 7th V S died at Pelaria IL Monday evening after a long life born 1835 in England came to the US in 1842 with parents lived near New Moscow and Roscoe. He served as a musician gaining local fame and was brother of Mrs Mary Clemens. survived by wife four children and three stepchildren.
Humane Officer Vense! arrested Mr Uhrich yesterday in Fairichville on a complaint by Mr Huff for inhuman treatment of a horse bought from Mr Zinkon. Uhrich pleaded guilty, paid $17.95 in fines and costs. Zinkon plans to sue for the horse price of $100, Huff to seek a feed bill, and Uhrich faces further costs.
Markets show various commodities with scattered pricing including Wheat, Oats, Corn, Flour, Bran, and Middlings. Produce items list Butter Eggs Potatoes Onions and Poultry amid mixed livestock quotes for cattle sheep hogs and calves across regions such as Cleveland Pittsburgh and Ohio Pennsylvania markets, with prices noted for market-ready animals and feed components.
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