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Newspaper
Coshocton Weekly Times
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1908
Page
7
A Coshocton group surveyed Johnson and Miller hills finding two circular embankments and a sandstone walk suggesting pre white man settlements. They contest Bouquet camp theories and attribute earthworks to an earlier native race, noting extensive pits along Mill s Creek and a larger hill feature near Denman Drive.
A reader urges commemorating Col. Boquet by creating a park on the Johnson land overlook, to honor his 18th century expedition and Coshocton visit. The plan envisions a 100 acre area with sandstone crags, forested slopes, and scenic views, aiming to attract capital and make Coshocton a regional pleasure spot. The article notes possible electrical road links and the need to chronicle discoveries in a county history. Dr King’s New Discovery is advertised as a cough remedy with testimonials from local residents.
The State Board of Public Works negotiates with an expert to blast in the Walhend ing canal near Roscoe. Over sixty feet of rock must be removed to depths of sixteen inches to two feet. The board praises progress on the Six Mile dam as contractor Kissner extends the stricture by twenty three feet and requires new coffee dams farther to the herta than earlier.
A brief notice states Babe Weed of Newberry District died, noting the child named after Poot and Mrs. Roy Z. Thomas, formerly of West Lafayette College. The item provides sparse details and reflects a local obituary notice style.
A large dinner marked the thirty third birthday of Fred van Neilernbhangern of Newcomerstown. Guests included Mr and Mrs Joby Jones and daughter Dernice of Law Gap, Mr and Mrs C von Neiderhausern, Mr and Mrs Ed Holden and daughter Ethel, Mr and Mrs Levin Van Sickle and son Elmer, Mrs Anna Phillips, Wr and Mrs Q McCollum and family of Pleasant View, Clarence W Devoe of Cincinnati, and M Hoffman of COSHOCTON. The Pittsburg Cincinnati Chicago and St Laura railroad company Pan bandie, earn about ten percent for the year based on the past six months. After sinking fund and principal payments, dividends earned are seven percent while the company pays four percent.
Church women at the Methodist church will manage a new church grocery on church premises. The ladies' aid society voted to handle all duties on commission while clerks and a dosoer will oversee sales and accounts. Members recently subscribed to the project, with raised funds supporting the venture and its operation.
After eight years and aeons of delay, the heirs of Beribeth Parkhardt, deceased, claim two dozen dollars found in county treasury. The estate was certified, the sum deposited, and a judge’s order issued to release the funds to the proper claimant.
Residents along Bakersville star route protest abolition of the trade as class legislation. They claim private interests behind the star route proposal favor a few over many and have forwarded a petition signed by three to four hundred residents to the post office department seeking a rural route.
County officials allocate 649 for a new women rest room in the courthouse basement, with a lounging area of about eighteen to thirty feet and a ten by ten foot toilet room. Planned cement floors, heat via hot water in winter, and separate entrances for women and men.
A storekeeper compels the return of money taken from the cash drawer after a localized incident in which the thiefs were identified and condemned. The report notes authorities traced the loss and secured restitution of the sum, estimated at eight dollars.
A fragmented report discusses a company’s move to Germany to learn a new dryer process. It notes subcontractor plans, contracting costs, and a visit by Mr Atwoodwell and others to assess the project. The text mentions price concerns, payee obligations, and potential impact on Costs and operations.
A seven year old waif was found sleeping in a livery stable near Rit street. Abbot notified bystanders that the child appeared lost and frightened. The youth wandered through nearby areas until Abbot intervened and arranged care, with authorities notified for possible guardian contact.
A weathered field report describes multiple incidents halting operations in the Otsego field. Five wells are believed down, with one additional well still at risk, as crews work to prevent further disruptions. Local officials probe causes and seek safe restart measures.
Ohio party county committees will not extend terms this year. The primary law change, coming into effect next year, affects selection by both parties. Readiness questions linger as editors and officials debate how committees will be chosen and how the law will apply district by district.
W F Kane of Wooster was nominated by acclamation at the Orrville convention for Common Pleas Judge to oppose W A Waygandt of Wayne County. Captain Taylor of Wooster chaired. Richard White of Millersburg was secretary. Coshocton delegation, led by J M Staats and M C Woods, backed the state slate.
An unusual jumble of words describes a student themed struggle with college preparation and admissions. The text hints at confusion over exams and guidance, mentioning “college formation” and “West” locations while implying a search for clarity in a chaotic message.
In a terse obituary fragment, Mrs Hauser is reported to have died after convulsions during a domestic incident. The text mentions a wall stepr, a baker, and a nearby residence, but details are garbled. Further readable names or dates are not present.
A readable fragment highlights Buckeye Lake as a relaxing resort address with boating, rowing, and scenic chutes. It notes a short excursion appeal, mentions local train arrivals, and emphasizes a wholesome day trip for visitors seeking leisure away from city life.
An old farmer warns that continued rain delays threshing as wheat remains moist, delaying harvest. He advises holding wheat until grain is thoroughly dry and seasoned, noting a short delay may occur but eventual profits justify waiting for higher quality and price.
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