Marion Daily Stars column highlights and local notices
The Marion Daily Stars reports local items including H. T. Vanfleet selling lead, aging resident Enoch Clark near Scottown, misprint correction for Mayor Major Busbey, a boy trading skates for balls, A D Matthews growing trade, plans for a new Exchange Hotel corner building, Crisingers Hall Christmas dance by Dabner’s string band, multiple marriage licenses, thanks to the New York Newspaper Union, Robert Kerr as a long-time county pioneer, Dr. Sweney’s recovery, early Marion settlers, a Christmas silver hub-cap found on Loston Main, late telegraphable cattle notes, New York goods sales at the City Store, and arrests for drunkenness noted at the Mayor’s office.
Compulsory Education and Egypt in British Policy
A Marion Independent editorial dismisses English promises on Russia and Turkey, arguing England seeks Egypt alone to dominate Turkey. The piece questions John Bull’s motives and mocks the Independent’s editor, suggesting overreach and credulity in their stance.
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England
Turkey
Egypt
John
Bull
Marion Independent
Independent
Roora
Tippe r Found at Frank Oil Man’s Eberly’s
A fragment called a tipper or tippet once described as muff and tip pet is linked to a midfiler, and a reference notes it can be found at Frank oil man’s Eberly’s, reflecting a historical term.
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Eberly
Flour at Waldo imitia kept by local shopkeepers
Fragmentary note describes flour made at Waldo imitia by Capt. F. M. Drake and stored at Ditch & Marquez's, with unclear references to Keefer & Qownabae and BPA Malazo'a Tue 146. Entities such as people and shops are named, but the text is garbled.
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Waldo Imitia
F. M. Drake
Ditch & Marquez’s
Keefer
Ohio Governor Faith Controversy Cited by Dispatch
Letter from readers debates religious affiliation of Ohio governors. The writer recalls Hayes as a former church member and taunts The Dispatch for contradicting past remarks, suggesting readers will remember more governors’ church ties.
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Ohio
Bishop
Columbus Dispatch
Hayes
M. E. Church
Columbus
Washington
Ration
Dispatch
Madame Forrester the Great Prophetess at Deboli’s Hotel
A late 19th century ad proclaims Madame Forrester as a renowned prophetess offering guidance on business lawsuits and love. It promises past and future insights and urges callers to visit Deboli’s National Hotel Marion, Room 12, for destiny readings.
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Attair
Deboli
National Hotel
Marion
Fowler & Co. Invites Patrons to View Reasonable Garments
A Victorian style notice from Fowler & Co. proclaims no cheap tricks or baiting, praising tasteful fashion and a one price policy. The firm thanks acquaintances and invites the public to visit, assuring fair treatment and quality without deception.
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Fowler & CO
Writing School Ad at Fribley's Hall
Fribley's Hall hosts a writing school promising twenty seasons for five dollars with fifty percent improvement guaranteed to every studious pupil. A premium prize awaits the top improver, backed by over twenty years of teaching experience. Materials available at 6h. L tt.
Notice to Farmers from Archer and Seifrica
Archer and Seifrica declare to the public that on and after this date they announce forthcoming actions regarding farming notices and preparation for farmers.
War on High Prices at Linsey's Id Stand
Co partnership starts blacksmithing business offering lower prices. New horseshoes 7d per pair and refitting 35d per pair with other work reduced accordingly. Liberal public patronage solicited and guaranteed customer satisfaction. Shop Bass Street. Linsey's id stand.
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Bass Street
Linsey
Coat Headlines From a Corrupted OCR Fragment
Fragmentary OCR text mentions lumber, lath, seed doors and binds with unclear pricing. No clear event or persons identified. The readable items offer items and vague phrases without coherent action or location.
Repair services for farmers by Stouffer Cull & Co
Farmers can get general repairs at Stouffer Cull & Co in Culls Block Railroad Street. The shop offers Boise shovire, plow work, wage and buyer work, and invites customers to call for new work.
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Boise
Omwler
Coal Seller Promotes Cash Only Deals in Marion
A local coal seller announces cash only terms, pledging to undersell competitors and refusing credit. The ad promises reliable quality and asks customers to pay on order or delivery, thanking patrons in Marion.
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Marion
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Exchange Hotel
Crisingers Hall
Caledonia
Dabner’s String Band
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Louis Herring
Mariah Bill
Charles W. Lawrence
Flora M. Cain
Henry Seiter
Sophia Almendinger
J. B. Walker
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Frank M. Scribner
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Charles, Link
George Baker
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