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Newspaper
Coshocton Weekly Times
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1907
Page
4
Severe weather swept Muskingum county driving floods and lightning. Two drownings reported near Adame Mills and near Miserville as canals and creeks swelled. Canttrille mining site struck by lightning and wind disabled lines and trees. Weather damaged wheat and farm property, Brighton suburb flooded, phones out of service.
Robert Waters, longtime Muskingum settler and patriarch, has died at an advanced age. He was born in Leesburg Virginia on February 22 1825 and was the grandfather of MinWatters, a local figure. Funeral services are set for Saturday at 10 am in Otsego, with burial details to follow.
Sprague of near Otsego and W C Waters of this city joined by Wesley A Waters and Mrs Louisa Holcomb of Otsego and Mrs Eroain Trim near Otsego and Decatur Al Waters report a difficult tie dam pee with il patents. The aged Mr Waters showed health and regained with cane assistance. He was a faithful member of the Protestant Methodist church at Omega.
Fragmented obituary fragment describes a death in New York City involving a person unnamed. It references a secretary and various unclear details about events surrounding the death and care provided by Mother Gray at a facility in LeRoy, New York. The text is garbled with stray phrases and nonstandard wording.
A fragmentary notice describes a reunion of the Seventh Regiment veterans with mentions of attendees, church services, and memorials. It notes discussions of fellowship and a morning meeting, with references to local figures and a dedication at a memorial. A separate item notes the sale of the Cash Grocery store, the Fark Hotel building, and ownership transfer to Carl Stewart and Reo Overhott.
Colonel Holmes named to probe city records as mayor Badger faces report on municipal code. Officials dispute methods and blame partisan obstruction while lawmakers struggle to obtain data. The legislature remains split, delaying reforms amid a charged political environment.
A man from Keashaw, weight improved from 186 to 170 pounds after six weeks on a treatment described as new discoveries. The narrative mentions coughing relief and weight gain following use of remedies sold by Manville Fire Extinguisher and various drug suppliers.
JW Caszingham named administrator and Margaret Meek deceased. Catherine Hell appointed executrix. Chas Mo Favix minor. J Davis met final account and resigned. George Roch, executor of Thomn Roche, filed petition to sell real estate.
New Philadelphia residents express desire for a local Humane Society. They seek information from Humane Officer Jackson, who supports organizing a society and will assist with a meeting and setup. A date will be announced, after which Jackson will visit Lincoln to organize and launch the society.
A Coshocton man aged sixty eight grows nettled when a license clerk questions his intent to obtain a marriage permit. The article notes he and a widow once beloved, long separated, rekindled after decades and loss, with a probate judge weighing their union.
August Sherpe praises Dr King’s New Life Pills as a pleasant and effective laxative that improves wellbeing. Advertised as reliable for mil liver and constipation relief, sold at FE Anderson’s drug store in Cosh eeton and M Ferguson’s drug store in Trascos for 25 cents.
Real estate transfers include Pembee and others to David Davis for several acres in Jackson and surrounding townships in Ohio. Transactions mention lots 10 11 12 14 in Johnson’s subdivision, multiple parcels in New Castle and Clark townships, and several acreages with prices ranging from $1 to $2571.76. Names include Davis Norris McGre, Adams Drake, Shaw Doak, McLaughlin McLaughlin, and Noland Peice, with properties in Tuscarawas Washington and Rendworth areas.
Short list of applicants includes John Smith 29 farmer Adams township and Caroline Herbert 22 Oxford township with other names Nara Cromkey 1% farm laborer Monroy township Mattie Allen 18 New Castle Edward March 22 laborer Cosher ton Caroline Stringer 22 glove worker White Eyes township Willam Kutcher 23 Iveryman Bath Emma Miller 19 Crawford township with ages and occupations compiled from the civil registry.
The report describes the drowning of Thomas Miller at Mudport Basin north of the city on a Wednesday about four pm. William Filckner and Miller crossed the basin by boat to fetch him back to the east side when Filckner was thrown or fell overboard, Miller sank and did not surface. Filckner admits intoxication and Miller was said to be thoroughly drunk. Witnesses including Ouse Simpson, Coon Holmes, Pard Clark, Peter Zerbe, Henry Elson, Tom Miller and others camped at the west bank since July third. Miller attempted the crossing with Miller’s boat partner, who misstepped and turned, leading to Miller sinking while trying to assist. Simpson called for help as Miller disappeared. Miller’s drowning is noted with conflicting details on whether he went down with the other man. Cleanup and aid efforts followed, with locals retrieving supplies and seeking assistance, amid reports of intoxication affecting decisions.
A Moscow store owned by A Wright was burglarized Thursday night. Entry was gained through a window facing the alley, with a portion of the glass removed before the window was ruined. The notes mention men’s apparel in the context of the burglary.
A fragmentary note reports a store incident with damaged footwear and trousers. losses estimated around a hundred dollars. No crew found yet, but evidence emerging suggests further investigation. The Manville Fire Extinguisher Co. advertises job earnings from $26 to $60 weekly in Cleveland.
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