Extra Session Begins Aug 25 in Ohio Legislature
Columbus July 22 Gov Nash issues proclamation summoning General Assembly for extraordinary session to address municipal code. Wade H Ellis of Cincinnati drafts code with changes for governor’s inspection and aims to finish by Aug 20. House and Senate Municipal Affairs committees to review ahead of introduction. A G Comings speaker pro tem to introduce bill per governor’s request.
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Jackson town marshal Cockrell slain in Kentucky shooting
James Cockrell, Jackson town marshal, was shot in the back in front of Cordwell's, near the courthouse. He died later at Lexington Hospital after five shots were fired by an unknown assailant, in a long-running feud between the Cardwell and Harland factions.
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Will Print the Bible as a Newspaper Serial
Pana Illinois July 22 The Assumption Independent weekly will begin printing the Bible as a serialized story starting with Genesis this week. Additional chapters will appear in each issue until completion, a process expected to take about 50 years. The editor praises scriptures for plot and drama and plans cliffhangers to sustain reader interest.
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Betting Brisk for Jeffries McJoahnins Fight
In San Francisco on July 22 betting for the Jeffries fight grows brisk with 4% to 10% on the underdog Coppnishman and 2 to 1 for Jeffries. Jeffries works eight rounds today with his brother Jack and Joe Kennedy, weighing 225 pounds, as Pittsiemons trains at the Olympic.
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Octagonal venue markets brisk tickets with high $40,000 goal
The description notes an octagonal structure with seats on the ground and an eight tier gallery of boards, similar to bleachers. Ticket sizes are described as brisk, and management bets the house will exceed $40,000 in receipts.
Landlords to Meet Over Rent During Miners Strike
Shamokin Pennsylvania July 22 landlords call meeting for action on tenants paying rent during ongoing miners strike. Landlords report leases owed since the strike began run into thousands of dollars as businessmen and saloonkeepers seek rent reductions amid the dispute.
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Wives Took Poison in Terre Haute Tragedy
In Terre Haute Indiana two young brides, 15 and 18, reportedly took poison after marital strife. The 15 year old, newly married to 18 year old John Bishop, used chloroform while her husband’s band left the home. The 18 year old wife of Mark Wallace, married two weeks, took morphine after a quarrel with her mother. both lives saved by physicians.
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Marlborough May Be Made Lord Lieutenant of Ireland
London reports discuss possible appointments for Ireland’s top post. The Duke of Marlborough is named as a likely successor to the Earl of Cadogan if appointed, with Cabinet participation uncertain. George Wyndham may join the cabinet as chief secretary, while Lord Milner’s return to England and a cabinet role renews speculation.
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General Allen T. Wikoff Dies at 77 in Columbus
Columbus July 22 General Allen T Wikoff longtime State Canal Commission member died at his home this morning from asthma complications aged 77 He was born in Adams County and served as a private then captain in the Civil War later becoming Secretary of State elected in 1872 and eight years as U S Pension agent for Ohio.
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YMCA Building Committee Chooses Site Contenders
The YMCA building committee will meet soon to select a site for the new building. It has options on several sites but will not disclose locations, with a likely site on High between Market and Mill streets.
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Wondrous Cures Across St. Anne Novena at St. Jean Baptiste
New York July 22 crusade for the Novena of St. Anne draws cripples and the blind to the church of St. Jean Baptiste. A wrist bone relic is said to work miracles and braces pile high as cures appear, including a 12 year old with hip disease who freed from pain after kissing the relic. display continues through Saturday.
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Prostrated Widow of Millionaire News From London
Mrs Join Ws Mackay 18 lies prostrated from her husband’s death. Doctors ordered complete rest. The date for the deceased millionaire’s body to be sent to America for interment has not yet been decided.
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Senator Renomination hints at Roosevelt 1907 bid
Cincinnati July 22 Senator Joseph Renomar arrives from Hot Springs where his family summers. Asked who will be the political candidate for the presidency in 1907 he answers Roosevelt, nobody else is seriously thought about. He is broad minded, aggressive and patriotic and will have the confidence of the American people at the next election.
Al G Field Named For Mayor In Columbus Democratic Ticket
Columbus July 22. A formal move was launched to nominate Al G Field veteran minstrel show proprietor and old time actor for Mayor on the Democratic ticket next spring. The fan maker has priced himself in the hands of his friends.
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Knights of St. John to Hold Labor Day Field Day
The Knights of St. John schedule a Labor Day field day at Silver Inks on September 1. Delegates and staff officers decided this at Sundays quarterly meeting for the district. Akron Canton Millon Alliance Navarre Canal Dorér will each send lodges to participate.
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Ohio School Report Notice Issued by Hon. Wm. Buchtel
Honorable Wm. Buchtel has sent copies of the Ohio School report for 1901 and announces that those who wish may obtain one at the Akron Savings Bank.
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Money Pours In For The Great Strike Fund
Indianapolis officials report a major fundraising push for the coal strike relief fund led by United Mine Workers President Mitchell. Efforts aim to block bituminous coal imports to pressure anthracite operators, with checks and pledges arriving rapidly as the fund targets up to half a million dollars weekly.
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Brutal murder shocks Halifax after late quarrel
George Cook, a 42 year old retired British soldier, murdered his bride of five weeks in Halifax Nova Scotia. After an argument he seized her, struck her, and severed her head with a knife. He confessed and accepted punishment, and was arrested.
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Council Won't Reconsider Franchises Granted to Cereal Co and Others
Council refuses to revisit actions granting franchises to the American Cereal Co and the C. A. & to crows MUL Summit and Prospectrate with switching, after a motion by Mr. Kons. Ayes Amundson Koons Piske Bawyer Wilhelm. Nays Gauthier Martin Manderbach Merz Ormes Seidell Snook Warber Absent Hull Rice Jacob. Ex-Sen Sieber, Mayor Doyle and Sawyer urged reconsideration to defer final voting until terms with railroads on the viaduct are clarified. Mayor denied remarks about tearing up Prospect st tracks and veto power, recalled in tense exchanges. discussion tied to Columbus government changes. (Continued on sixth page)
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Codicil Set Aside Challenge In Probate Case
In probate court on May 24 1902 Mrs Elizabeth Lumber deemed an imbecile and Henry Robinson appointed guardian. On June 4 a codicil to Mrs Sumner s will revoked a bequest to Albert A Boder, later probated and challenged by Boder in Common Pleas court as fraudulently attached after the infamy ruling. The Sumner estate valued at 15000, witnesses testified the will and codicil were prepared while she was sound.
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A Brighter Day Picnic At Lake aide Park
A grand picnic for the poor and aged at Lakeside Park is planned for Thursday. Joseph Kendall, noted local director, will attend along with a wealthy benefactor providing transport and dinner for about 200 attendees. The event runs all day with ice cream, lemonade, and a casino attraction in the afternoon.
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Younger Man Elopes After 3 Years of Marriage in Marion
In Marion Indiana Mrs Peter Swizel a 20 year old formerly Ella Fanning deserted her 60 year old husband and their two year old baby. Swizel, who cared for Ella since his wife died, learned she boarded an eastbound train with a younger man. He expresses grief over the separation and loss. Weather: partly cloudy with rising temperature.
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