Fire losses cite state fire marshal data in Ohio report
The Ohio fire marshal highlights that property valued at about 1.06 million dollars burned, with overall losses and insured values noted. Dry weather in September to November fueled more fires, yet only a few conflagrations occurred, reducing total loss compared with prior years. The report cites daily fire waste, average dwelling value affected, and insurance distribution among individuals and society, alongside geographic patterns of fires in cities versus towns.
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Ohio
Macahal’s
Rogers
American Couple World Travel Pioneers at Jaja Ranch
William Northrop McMillan, Roosevelt's host at the Jaja ranch in British East Africa, and his American wife Mrs. McMillan, famed for crossing Abyssinia from west to east with their own caravan. They met Menelik and received courtesy during their travels before returning to England when not at the Africa ranch.
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William Northrop McMillan
Theodore Roosevelt
Jaja Ranch
British East Africa
St Louis
Mrs. McMillan
Abyssinia
Weet
Menelik
McMilLans
Africa
England
Five Vehicles Involved in Runaway at a Funeral
At the funeral of Mr. John Sowers near Spring Mountain on Friday a runaway disrupted the procession. Four vehicles were badly smashed but occupants escaped with minor injuries. A team belonging to D Gamerts Felder ran away and crashed into a log pile and sled, followed by Itto buggy of Charley Snow and two shurreys owned by Don McCoy and Oscar Buckle. Vehicles were rendered unfit for travel and will need extensive repairs. The incident occurred just before the procession left the Bowers home four miles before Warsaw on the Spring Mountain road.
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John Sowers
Near Spring Mountain
D © Gamertsfelder
iCharleys Snow
Don McCoy
Oscar Buckle
Bowers
Warsaw
Spring Mountain
Left Home Girl Stranded in Dayton After Carnival Departure
Pretty Bernice Fisher left Coshocton three weeks ago to join Edwards Brothers Carnival Co. She is stranded in Dayton after the company was stranded in Union City and received only partial transport to Springfield. Fisher, daughter of Simon Fisher, claims marriage to a carnival worker last April and describes a peculiar affinity for snakes as part of her past.
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Carnival Company
Dayton, Ohio
Bernice Fisher
Coshocton
Edwards Brothers Carnival Co
Union City
Bernice
Dayton
Springfield
Edwards Carnival Company
Park Hotel
Simon Fisher
North Eighth Street
Mysterious Creole Girl Alarmed by Snakes in Ohio
A white Coshocton girl told officials of a strange tale of affections for snakes. She claimed a mother’s fear of a black snake triggered her own olive skin tone and claimed power over reptiles. She left with Edwards Brothers Carnival after a brief tour, seeking return home to Coshocton. A baby boy, born to Perry Dawson and family, died from a skull fracture after a wagon fall near Conesville. County bids for Denman road embankment awarded to McConnell & Clark at 3389 dollars. Ryan Evans, ex Bell Telephone worker, died at Fostoria after a 40 foot fall while soldering joints. He was 40, leaving a widow and seven children. Township conventions in West Carlisle held sessions with clergy and officers elected later.
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Spearold
Coshevica
Hamer
Combyeton
Bernice Fisher
Coshocton
Edwards Brothers Carnival Company
Greenville
Union City
Ryan Evans
Bell
Fostoria
Rheadlong
Mansfield
Seven Graduates Complete the West Lafayette Commencement
Seven graduates of the class of 1908 received diplomas at West Lafayette High School in a formal ceremony. Dr Brandin of West Lafayette presided as the Johnston Orchestra of Cosherton played. Each graduate delivered an oration on topics including mental discipline and perseverance, with remarks by Prof Frank B. Pearson and diplomas presented by Frank K. Pomerete.
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West Laffayette
Brandin
Laemyette
Shen
Tohnston
Cosherton
Mise Keen A Thoman
Renice Fo Waltern
Wilma B Farra
James Richmond
Bianch Metiaen
Jacite Yarnell
Edith Vic Miller
Lmienier
Frank B Pason
Mately
Lafayette
Pearson
Slite
Frank K. Pomerete
Cowhorton
A Robert
Bacon May 22 local notices and events
Workmen have completed a new addition to the residence of F. F. Moblay with a dance planned next week. Frank Fowler Jr. of this place, about to graduate Plainfield High School on May 28, is ill with mumps and hopes to join the commencement events. The spring plagues include mumps, measles, and whooping cough among children. Miss Alice Holdsworth of Conesville vacationing with relatives here. A new Baran store opens after a fire. The assessor completed township work and taxed a blind dog for life. Earl Fowler visited West Lafayette. J. Llicker and wife and G. Slicker family visited relatives in West Lafayette. B S Hossett and wife involved in a Sunday auto collision with no damage. Fans Bros. of Plainfield brought in imported France horses. W A Fowler and wife visited Plainfield. N H Bassett’s church repainting starts next Monday. Rain delays farm work. early sowing and plowing scarce.
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Alice Holdsworth
Conesvilles
Baran
Frank Fowler
Earl Fowler
West Lafayette
Benton Davis J. Llicker
G. Slicker
B S Hosselt
Birds Run
Faney Bros
Plainfield
France
W. A. Fowler
Mt. Zion Church
Oak Grove Winter Meet Tops Local History
Oak Grove reports its winter meet as the most successful in memory. Local residents note farm moves, visits from Coshocton and Fresno Grange members, and upcoming church and Grange activities. Details include family visits, circus outings, and plans for a children’s night at Oak Grove Grange. Community members attend, move, and plan social events and literary programs through the summer.
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Oak Grove
Clayton Frederick
Honabarger Farm
A. Caton
Fresno Grange
Fisher
Coshocton
John Lyons
Misa Marie McFaland
Ethel Foster
Flower
Lewis Graham
John Lennon
Mabel Adams
Hazel Keesey
Dora Yeavengood
Anthony Lenton
Howat Tompkins
George Stonehockers
Wes C P. Gil
W .A. Giffin
Canal Lewisville
Barnum & Bailey's
Ita Schumaker
Fed Schumaker
David Markley Jr
Canal
Lewisville
John Lennon Jr
Oak Grove Grange
Hutt
Sugar Creek
Clergie
Grange
Kodol for Dyspepsia Adclaims Digestive Relief
Promotional copy for Kodol digestive aid claims it restes the stomach by digesting food naturally. Includes testimonials-like phrases from C. E. Anderson of Coshocton and Ferguson of Roscoe, with notes on harmlessness and preparation in Chicago by E C DeWitt Co.
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Alec
San
Times Ae ‘Ssaly
E. C. DeWitt & Co
Chicago
Newark Prepares For Veterans Encampment In June
Newark reads the state hopeful of 800 delegates from about 600 G A R posts. Delegates arrive Monday, stay all week, with lodging and meals arranged privately. Visitors, veterans not delegates, plus families, will be welcomed with a patriotic effort beyond money.
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Newark
Newark Advocate
Ohio
Chance Committee
Magilvy Brothers Convicted In Fraud Conspiracy Case
James Magilvy received one year in the workhouse and another Magilvy nine months for conspiring to defraud creditors, following swift Pittsburg court convictions. John and David Magnus faced similar charges as juries quickly returned verdicts after short deliberations. Evidence showed three fictitious firms used to obtain enamelware from West Idlayette Manufacturing Co and sell it to themselves.
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Pittsburg
James Maglivy
Maglivy
Credit Men’s Association of
John
David Magnus
West Idlayette Manufacturing Co
Paltis
W Lafayette Company
Parody in a Busy Commencement Year and Tariff Talk
A fragmented column blends thoughts on Jolliet commencement, Anish Hope graduates, and tariff questions with asides on summer vacations. It references a South African fontory claim, a potential sports team, and a range of social topics from meat prices to crime fears. The piece touches on New York mayoral races, Tammany Hall, and honors from Japan, ending with garbled notes about a show between Sho-Barcum and Bailey.
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Stohley Fisher
June Smart
Cartolizs
Conte
Berna
OE Anderson Cowhen
M. Fergaeon
Rosene
Tee Modern Woodmen of America
Deyemda
Black Snake
Mrs Perry Dawson
Conesville
Johnie Needham
Steubenville
John Needham
Coshocten
Uttle
Twe County Commissioners
Denman Road
Prairie Chapel
McConnell & Clark
Perry
Bedford Pike
Washington
Weat Carlisle
West Castle Ponda
E H Thompson
Coomdale
Rey Carpenter
Carpenter
Dewitt’s
C E Anderson
CM Ferguson
Roccos
Honesty Club
Keene
Miex Georgia
Porter Richie
Misa Gladys Hampton
Fresno
Samuel Crawford
Geigia Richit
Mary Shannon
Ghyrer Porter Wag
Mies Mueel Clarke
Kodol
C. E. Anderson
C. M
Peoples Banking Company
Magilvy's
the Jolliet
South Africa
Ceaeen
Washocven
Bret
Aldrich
Joseph
Earth
Meat Trust
New York
Teddy
Order of the Rising Sun
The
Japan
Zee
Barcum & Baileys
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