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Newspaper
Coshocton Weekly Times
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1908
Page
6
The dispatch notes Coshocton’s resilience and moral growth amid criticism and a Springfield real republican convention plan. It describes push by Foraker supporters, Sherwood’s senatorial plan, and a broad Democratic primary strategy, while detailing state treasury bookkeeping flaws and bank security concerns affecting public funds.
A historical bank creed emphasizes equal careful courteous treatment for every customer big or small. It invites association with the bank, promising to live up to this creed in all dealings.
A hostile split in Ohio politics unfolds as party leaders and editors debate control of the Republican machine. Key figures Cox Brown Gailbert and others maneuver to influence nominations and policy, with Sandusky Register noting the crisis strains state unity and signals power shifts ahead of elections.
The Mansfield News and Cleveland papers weigh in on the Ohio Republican convention and the fight over delegates. They argue Foraker stayed distant from the ticket, while local editors condemn corruption and back Democrats in the Supreme Court race. Douglas and Green figures are debated as potential strong candidates, with party unity and reform debates driving the outlook for autumn elections.
The Eagle discusses Bryan’s platform amid party debates, noting the press tone toward democracy and the tension between candid stance and party loyalty. It argues that The Eagle and The World resist democracy victory, favoring a Cleveland-Parker plutocracy instead, while reflecting on Johnson’s position and the costs of standfast.
Athens March 24 Athens county enthusiasm for ex governor Campbell grows as the Democratic state convention will endorse a senator candidate to be voted on by the next legislature. Several counties already back Campbell and Democrats show strong unity. Athens county endorsement Saturday was highly enthusiastic and binding in tone.
Grain market figures show Wheat Oats Corn and Potatoes with varied prices. Beef, pork, and lamb futures, and live cattle trade prices are listed with regional notes and Chicago reference.
Rallo Thompson and William Baughman nearly drowned when their boat overturned in a swift eddy near the Tuscarawas River bridge. They clung to the upturned craft until J P Forbes’ auto sighting led to help and Floyd Courtright retrieved them with the city boat. After rest and warm clothing they resumed their day with no major injuries.
Prosecutor McDowell and Coroner Lear reported an autopsy on the Coshocton girl revealed a puncture in the uterus causing miscarriage. The dying statement alleged a criminal operation. trunk movements and local investigations hint at a wider pattern of abuse. Sensational developments are expected as McDowell pursues the case.
A Fresno area farmer announces development of an odorless onion. The project aims to rid the vegetable of odor and taste while maintaining quality. The claim follows prior attempts by others to remove onion odor. Further testing and verification are expected to confirm the breakthrough.
Country markets show eggs available fresh at unusually low prices, especially in Chicago, marking a sharp contrast to recent rapid price increases. The trend reflects broader market softness and consumer relief as several vendors report steady supplies.
Short time sale reports eggs offered at 13 to 1W cents per dozen, with a Saturday sale under law at 2 cents per dozen, marking the lowest price in years. The item notes buyers and sellers responding to the unusual discount event.
At a Saturday meeting of the County Corn Growers Association in the Whary Building several new members joined. Members viewed corn selection tests after a general discussion and decided to offer prizes for test specimens submitted by boys. Seed will be supplied by the association and plots tested at the infirmary farm under State Experiment Station regulations. Next meeting set for Saturday, April 41.
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