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Newspaper
Coshocton Weekly Times
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1908
Page
8
Official returns show wheat area at about 70 percent of normal due to prolonged drought and poor seeding, with moisture failures reducing yields. Other crops like alfalfa, corn, and potatoes also reflect reduced production, while drought damage remains minimal in some regions.
A report describes Captain Carhart's young grandson facing mistreatment by a school bully. Authorities from Mast and local leaders are said to have ordered school children to report the incident as a concern about safety and discipline.
An incident on Wan Street left Mrs. Tish Falls with a gash above her right eye after she tripped while carrying a knife and fell into a tank. She was briefly dazed but suffered no serious injuries, though the cut was painful.
Holmes and Coshocton County officials move toward settling expenses from a famous trial. A dispute over who should pay costs arises between Coshocton County and Metresseunties. The matter involves legal action and potential arbitration as officials consult the State Board of Accounting and await attorney general guidance.
A scattered, fallow collection of political satire and campaign chatter appears, referencing Bryan, Roosevelt, and Teddy, with northern speakers like Durands and Fisher. The piece notes voter discontent, party shifts, and a Thanksgiving nudge. It also includes an unrelated medical ad for Hall's Catarrh Cure and a bridge contract notice.
Jom A. Fisher of Coshocton is identified as the descent friend of Governor elect Judson Harmon. Their bond began 40 to 50 years ago at Granville where they were roommates. Fisher, older than Harmon, helped influence and support his friend's political path, marking one of Fisher's happiest life acts.
A Sunday night blaze at Adams Mills leveled Charles Skinner's pew barn and hay, burning two horses and most possessions including a new wagon, corn, and hay fork. The cause remains unclear, with theories blaming a lawn fete guest or nearby men. insurance lapsed after a policy transfer, leaving Skinner with little. A separate note mentions a quiet wedding in New Bedford and Millersburg.
In a quarterly conference Rev. J. T. Black offered his resignation to join the Mr Vernon MOP church vacancy left by Rev. Harvey and take work under the board of home missions at Columbus. The resignation was accepted effective December 1.
Edward James Vaughan, a college student, shot and killed Jackson Barker and wounded Elbert Jones and Bart McCormick during a fight over election day in Anniston. Jones may lose his right arm, McCormick was only lightly wounded. Vaughan was jailed and lynch fears rose in Howardsville as the incident followed election day disputes.
The paper reports the death of Armin Henderson, formerly Miss Virginia Rodehaver of Pomerene, at her home on Friday from apoplexy. She was 25, daughter of David Rodenaver, survived by husband, one son, and two brothers.
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New York on November sixth reports Taft expected to secure about 309 electoral votes to Bryan's 174 based on late returns from key states. The tally allocation is described by state results and forecasts the final electoral landscape.
John White was fined five dollars and costs after pleading guilty to assault and battery following a morning street affray with James Slaughter in Roscoe. The hearing allowed White to plead unwritten law, claiming Slaughter attacked his home by writing letters to Mrs White. Slaughter and four other witnesses testified.
In Lincoln on November 6 William J. Bryan cheerfully discussed the Nebraska election results. He said the defeat weighed little and stressed his aim to continue public service without holding office. Judge Benjamin B. Standway reelected. Judge Lindsey ran independently after being dropped by his party, drawing significant support.
Goods attached by attorney C Homer Durand at Wheeling yards on a loaded freight car bound for Canton. The car held J J Kohn household goods moving to Canton, claimed to owe Novelty Advertising Co. $15.50. Constable Chris Graham acted on orders from Squire Witomer's court.
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