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Newspaper
Coshocton Weekly Times
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1908
Page
2
Private Judge Donley summarized Coshocton County divorce statistics for the past year ending June with cases heard and pending. Of the decrees granted, seven were by husbands and twenty six by wives. adultery, willful absence, cruelty, drunkenness, and miscellaneous cases are noted with refusals for some reasons.
The Cosheeten Pur Co reports an unprecedented wool buying spree this season with a sale total near two million pounds. The figure reflects heavy activity despite shipping limits and a string of barter arrangements tied to regional buyers and processors.
A chaotic Fourth of July in Plainfield ended with public disorder and a controversial scene as locals reacted strongly to events. A male resident sparked trouble. later, investigations and arrests occurred amid accusations of tampering with items and damage. Local authorities reported investigations and social disruption affecting the celebration atmosphere.
A reported plan notes the recorder will relocate to new quarters and acquire steel furniture. Details describe timing and preparations, with contractor work and furnishing milestones. The piece mentions a move week and related setup steps, including wall and room arrangements and expected completion dates.
Fragmentary OCR notes claim the Whitelys deny bankruptcy while unverified strings of names and places appear. The garbled text names several individuals and entities and references legal or financial status without explicit actions or dates.
A local notice reports the death of Guy Graham at his Dresden residence. The terse obituary notes the passing after a period of illness and offers condolences to the bereaved family.
A phtantarome and Woman's City relief group faced opposition at the Reading Terminal market as they distributed food to the poor. Mrs Atwmatrong, secretary of the League, said the crowd was told of famine and denial, stirring debate over relief provision.
Vague OCR text suggests a Roscoe event to award diplomas with names and locations cited though details are unclear. The fragment mentions 여러 proper nouns and possible participants and institutions but lacks clear dates or outcomes.
Inland notes from Conesville record residents visiting relatives and shopping in Coshocton and Adams counties. Mentions include Mrs John Cavanaigh Adame Milly Mrs George Millain and Miss Mildred Cornell with local hosts. The piece also comments on a growing concern about a current American political organization and Taftttes.
A devoted dog guards the hut where Perry Jones, killed in a railroad incident, once lived. The animal, fed by Jones in summer and winter, continues to watch the doorway year after his master’s death, refusing to accept new sustenance or company. The piece recounts the dog’s vigil and the broader regional commentary on political corruption and party platforms.
Theodore A. Bell of California saluted the Democratic convention in Denver, urging honesty and reform. He warned Republicans in Chicago and urged governance free of power abuses, stressing the need to curb corporate influence and restore public trust in state affairs.
The piece argues for direct election of senators by state legislatures, pledges to vote against any candidate supporting federal repeal, and contrasts the Chicago platform with the party's humane aims. It frames the party as pursuing peace, justice, and global harmony, urging voters to support its antiwar, pro‑peace stance.
Gnadenhutten July 7 Mrs Prudence Huston aged 25 widow of Mark Huston died from a gasoline lamp explosion at her farm home three miles south of town She woke to flame rolling above the lamp and reached it as it exploded Her burned clothing set ablaze she died at 7 Monday morning Survived by five children and husband John Huston provided first aid before firemen extinguished the blaze
Report notes commissioners aim to alter Orr Road in Bedford and pave the street this week. Citizens fear the current surface is rough and unsafe, with plans to inspect the road and determine next steps for improvements.
Fragmented OCR notes indicate a time card reissue affecting the Wheeling line. References to North Ireland Coshocton 21s yom and 2.60 suggest altered fares and a southbound service note. Cited names and precise details are unclear from the readable text.
Tax collection speed noted with county receipts totaling 8576.07 and fees 505.79. Married at New Bedford Wilbay Froelick and Celesta Fett wed quietly Sunday at Rev W E Stewart home in Lew Bedford. Wm McMillin 27 painter of Coeshocton and Tirace Hartnock 18 of Canal Lewinvitle listed for license. Rev Ir wit to officiate.
A local soap sale advertises limited quantities at 25 cents per cake for items like Lenox soap Naptha Ivory and P&G toilet soap. One shopper per customer, with hours listed from o o'clock to 9 am and 7 pm to 8 pm amid a sales pitch touting a rare nine cakes heat laundry soap deal.
Discount sale of summer goods with 20 percent off ham mocks above $1.00 and price cuts on lawn mowers, wrappers, sun bonnets, undergarments, shirts, belts, hand bags, jelly glasses, fruit funnels, jars, and packing items. Local store urges customers to save money by shopping during this sale.
Market notes from Telegraph Pittsburgh list various livestock prices including cattle heifers sheep and lambs with prices shown per unit. Also notes hog prices for heavy sows and yorkers with ranges and per hundred weight figures.
Corrected market column shows purchasing prices for corn flour bran lard butter and potatoes, plus country ham shoulder and chickens. Retail data patterns indicate price per unit and per dozen or per bushel figures, reflecting a historical grain market listing with mixed commodities and measurements.
A daughter was born Tuesday to Mr and Mrs Bera Conrad three miles north of Coshocton. Gov Hughes has opened a whiskers and embosced Taft. Newspaper HRRdlye.
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