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Newspaper
Coshocton Weekly Times
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1909
Page
6
A broad critique argues Republicans drift from duty under bosses and warns against wasteful public spending. It notes Taft's cabinet picks, calls for fiscal restraint, and questions centennial celebration funding in Columbus while urging accountability and older constitutional ideas versus modern trends.
A fragmented preview notes initial fall actions in Ohio politics with Judson furman as governor and PF S Creamer elected state treasurer. It argues voters should consider broader reforms at the state house in Columbus and critiques past gubernatorial selections and party alignment amid national issues shaping the campaign.
A bank advert encourages readers to view saving as a gain from sacrificing part of yearly earnings. It compares saving $100 in a year to earning the same via a $2000 5 percent investment. The message invites readers to open an account, promising assistance to small depositors.
The Marion Mirror urges voters to back Judson Harmon for another term, arguing Republicans in the Pera assembly oppose him and calling for a business like administration. It asks voters to evaluate his contentions, then return him to the governor's chair with a supportive legislature to work in harmony with state officers.
The piece argues that electing a Democratic governor and treasurer proves the people’s wisdom. It questions how much could be exposed if other Democrats had been chosen and whether lawmakers would allow Governor Harmon to probe state departments and institutions. It criticizes delaying reforms until next year.
Governor Harmon urged resuming the Cincinnati probe and broad authority to examine all state departments. He pressed for a state property inventory and funding, but Republicans blocked broader probe powers by shifting authority to a commission and altering the bill’s scope through floor amendments.
Governor Harmon urged creation of a single tax enforcement commission to replace multiple ex officio boards and improve law enforcement and revenue. Republican leaders refuse tax legislation this session, delaying reforms until the next session and possible political advantage.
A year ago Republicans held secret conferences in the attorney general’s office to plan a course of action behind the legislature. The same practice continues this session to stifle taxation bills and probe resolutions, with leaders, state officials, and the governor cited as participants in plotting to control the legislature and oppose Governor Harmon.
The piece argues against extending county officers terms or changing expiration times. It warns such changes would be dangerous, letting officials linger beyond voters’ choice and shifting power from voters to a small lobby. If tenure changes are needed, apply only to future elections.
Dr. G. C. Throckmorton, 66, rode three horses in relays from Sidney to Piqua and Troy and back, covering 120 miles in 13 hours 45 minutes. Crowds cheered despite rain. the feat was telegraphed to President Roosevelt, who showed interest in attempting his own record.
Columbia Ohio March 2 Secretary Thompson is preparing a pamphlet with Rose law election votes up to March 1. In 66 counties 57 voted dry and nine wet, with 31 575 total votes cast about half of state turnout. Dry margin 68 132 in these counties suggests state result would be close. Five counties had repealed saloons before Rose laws. Several counties have not yet voted, and 17 counties have not voted at all.
The Odd Fellows performed the third degree on six candidates Monday evening. William Kauffman & Son of War saw, a major local grocery firm, plans a two story addition to their store, extending twenty five feet in depth with the same width as the existing building. The brands expect tariff action to be ineffective.
A local paper extols Root Juice a health remedy claiming cures for indigestion constipation rheumatism backache and more. The piece features testimonials and notes price one dollar per bottle or five dollars for six at Anderson's drug store. Also reports the death of Vernon Dec and Dr John E Russell aged 48 a hospital trustee, and two court cases in Freano with modest judgments rendered.
Charleston, S C March 2 With the resignation of Dr William D Crom as collector of customs at this port the resignation to take effect March 4 a situation which threatened to cause President elect Taft routin efable embarrassment is avoided Crum says that no pressure has been brought to bear upon him now to cause him to resign but that it does so in part because he wishes to save Mr Taft for whom he entertains great respect from any peasinr embarrassment because of my appointment and chiefly because he feels that he has been espeially in fitted with President Roosevelt s administration and he wishes to retire with blyehler
In Dayton Ohio on March 2 a Hungarian woman Mrs May Mesaros was assaulted by a Black youth believed to be about 17. He seized her and tore clothing while beating her face, pursued for blocks until her sister aided her. Hundreds of Hungarians gathered, then dispersed armed and seeking the assailant.
Mail service was halted for four days due to high waters near George MacFarland's bridge. The town resumed deliveries Monday March 1 after the creek level dropped slowly. Other notes mention preaching at 2 45, Sunday school at 1 30, and various local visits and events including a February 20 birth in Coshocton.
Fresno notes detail Mrs. G. O. Haines hosting a dinner for numerous neighbors including Mrs. Lewis McFarland and Mrs. Harry Lyons, and others like Miss Hosa Infield visiting Coshocton. Listings mention moves by Jacob Croy family to Coshocton and D. L. Cain into a vacant house in April, plus local entertainment planned at Powell school. Also reports Dr. Kitsmiller and Nugget Nell western drama in Lahm's Opera House and visits between area residents, with short items on Charlie Weigel’s Texas move and Dr. D J Williams returning from Indiana to LaFayette context.
Saturday sale promotes Ecli wall paper cleaner priced at 25 cents per box with a large shipment. Ad touts ease of use and time savings, claiming the cleaner brightens and freshens wallpaper. Display planned in the storefront window.
Local notes report Chas Spang lost a valuable two year old horse recently. The Bazaar in Mohawk Village last Friday raised about 30 dollars. Henry Meredith attended his uncle Jacob Baily’s Knox county funeral. Various residents, including Mrs. Sarah Chamberlane, Miss Hallie Severna, Nelson Dixon, and the Cullisons, visited relatives or spent time with family in Nellie Coshocton area.
Adamsville death report: Miss Rachel Ann Edwards 84 died Sunday night in Adamville from heart failure. Also a baby girl born to Mr and Mrs Simn ner of Plainfield. Legal notice: Wesley Hindstate estate administrated by Mary A. Hinds in Coshocton County. Public sale announced in Warsaw Ohio via probate court order.
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