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Newspaper
Coshocton Weekly Times
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1907
Page
6
Ohio politics tilt toward Taft as presidential candidate while Foraker consolidates senate power. George B. Cox steers the machine, opposing a Taft-dominated ticket. The Ohio State Journal acknowledges Foraker’s gains, amid a tense intra party struggle with prospects of a public backlash and broad voter disapproval of the Cox-led strategy.
Amended record notes Aines B Hammond inventor of the Hamman typewriter was committed to a New York insane asylum last week amid a decline caused by stimulant drugs. Once wealthy from his invention he squandered funds on disreputable associates and fell into a mental and physical wreck despite his education and early promise.
A regional discussion questions cutting trees and replacing groves with planted substitutes. Recent data show encouraging statistics on forest management in the area, noting Ohio once boasted diverse woodlands and now weighing alternatives to further depletion. The piece compares state forest sizes with others like North Dakota and South Dakota, reflecting concerns about future growth and conservation.
Idle money sits idle until opportunities arise yet earns income when deposited in this bank. The text suggests keeping funds in the bank to generate returns rather than waiting for rare opportunities.
A wartime era note questions Ohio’s forest share versus Rhode Island New Jersey Texas and Delaware. It argues Ohio should increase timber growth across state lands, citing comparisons with six states and three others with less forest per area. The call stresses a general reforestation effort by state leaders.
An editorial from the Daily Journal analyzes decade long price changes across 254 wholesale items, noting overall increases with some staples cheaper than a decade ago while animal products and dairy rise. It highlights iron and dinner goods as drivers of higher costs and warns of potential downward shifts if supply remains restricted.
The article notes timber area prices remaining elevated as supply tightens. It argues that without congressional tariff revision, timber costs may stay high, with potential impacts on markets and buyers.
The article discusses changes in Africa as European powers divide lands and relocate white settlers and European peasants. It notes advances in machinery and the long arc from slave trading to new conditions, while asserting overall forward movement in world affairs despite ongoing tensions and upheaval.
Thomas Brooks Fletcher, a Kentuckian likened to a doughy Die newspaper man, delivered a Keene lecture attacking Proust senator Foraker and the Ohio State Machine. The crowd cheered the anti foraker sentiment and showed strong approval, signaling a notable shift in local political mood. Republican chairman C. B. McCoy is urged to listen to the ground and bend to the people.
H A Johnson of Neffs Ohio visits family on Orchard street. Dr Frew spending day in Warotin. Dr Wernett in Conesville. Adaline Merrell Sunday guest at Mohler home in Canal Lewisville. Mrs Frank Lightell out after eight weeks. H H Sparks of Newark promotes Bankers Mining and Development shares in its Mexican mines. Harry Jenkins heads to Huntington WV for pottery job. Mrs James Ashman to Hudson Michigan for a few weeks. Mrs Jennie Davis visits Columbus friends. Mrs Harry Hart to Walhonding to visit sister Mrs Wild. Rev and Mrs Eby guests then return to Conn ersville Pa. Pauline Spahn arrives from Niles Ohio to visit sisters Micheel Gertrude and Annas Spahn. C Glass of Columbus is related in Roscoe. George Akergod of Pittsburg with parents in Roscoe yesterday. Miss Hesseling and Newton McDonald visit Keene home. A M Bowers of Warsaw in town on business. Curtatine Martter and David Willie of Pittsburg guests of Mrs Charles Hetrer. Miss Blanch Etum leaves this month. Nelanyie, Lonte Brendle and Harry Brendle visit Roscoe relatives. Rose from Cleveland visits sister Mrs Thomas Brown. Mrs Clarence Clemens and Miss Nora Cox guests of relatives in Trunway. R A Crawford leaves for Uhrichsville. Mary Roche visiting parents in Adena. Mrs Foster Endple returns to Warsaw after stay with Mrs W O Shrimple. Mrs John Carrol returns home.
H. V. Sheplerdon Snowday for the Pittsburg district of the National Association of American Pigeon Fanciers housed 16 homing pigeons at 625 4. om for a 40 mile air line return to Pittsburg. The best time was just over two hours with a Blue Hen Collette averaging 1125 yards per minute for the distance.
Keene Township residents note Joseph Finlay of Bloomfield plans to move his family next Tuesday to the home vacated by Mr and Mrs Dinsmore near Keene. The community rejoices at receiving worthy neighbors. Also listed are health updates on Mrs Bechtel and Miss Weaver with measles, Mr Hamilton’s alarming condition, and a note about the upcoming Canal Lewisville auxiliary program at the M E church in Lewisville May 19 at 7 30 PM.
A late cold spring raises chick deaths due to cold wet weather. Proper brooding includes immediate cleanup, warm quarters, first feeding of fine bread crumb mixture with sweet milk and boiled eggs, then gradual diet changes. Regular cleaning, fresh water, and careful nutrition in the first days reduce stomach troubles and boost early growth.
The Menor city church bell rang to announce the six month drive triumph as the debt's fully paid and over 12,000 dollars was raised for remodeling to a modern Sunday school plant. Joseph W. Powell led a novel fund campaign urging personal interest, with 36 dollar stock shares and 6 percent interest, envelopes, and a jubilee meeting planned next Wednesday.
Mrs. W R Pomerene has left for Gainesville Ga upon news that her father General A J Warner is dangerously ill. Known as the original free silver man, he once resided in Marietta and played a large role in Ohio politics and business. Warner built railroads now part of the Pennsylvania system and later ran coal interests at Cambridge before selling them. He is 73 and long known for his bi metal coinage views though his illness remains uncertain in nature.
The city column lists numerous visitors and residents traveling to and from West Lafayette. Guests include Miss Pauline Weisser and Miss Alice Mizer with returns to Know Counts, Mrs. William Decker in Know Counts, Mr. and Mrs. Wil Miser and daughter Dora, Miss Grace Hershberger, Mrs. T. C. Hanley, Miss Sadie Falver, and Miss Emma Cray with others visiting relatives and engaging in local events around Warsaw Pittsburg Cambridge Fresno and Tippleance.
F D Galburn argues fall sowing of alfalfa becomes standard nationwide. Fall prep avoids weeds and weather delays, enabling quicker first growth and spring response. Spring sowing risks weed competition, uneven stands, and delayed cuts. fall sowing often yields three cuts next year with modest seed cost.
City residents host and visit relatives and friends across towns. James Johnson spends the day in Warsaw Mes while Frank Nosker travels to Metham to stay with her mother Mrs J C Speck. Others include Mrs Olive Bell at Walhonding for the summer, Harrie Shank visiting West Yette, and Mrs John Gray in Warsaw. Local trips feature RB Caldwell to Pittsburg and EB Ransom to Cleveland as West Lafayette residents mingle with Coshocton and surrounding communities.
Assessor Henry Grace of Jackson returns after a three day absence, presenting neat figures. Taxable valuation stands at 109,900 with a 1,500 increase from last year. cattle 110, sheep 0, dogs 105 males 16 females. Wheat planted 105% of 1937 estimate. last year 14,226 bushels produced. Corn last year 910 acres, 43,220 bushels. this year 973 acres. Oats last year 475 acres, 10249 bushels. estimate 062 acres. A. Prous plans to move his family from the city to Canton. His shop is on Went Toecarawan Street.
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