25 Nov 1908
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1908
Page
1
A fragmented ad promotes affordable footwear with prices from 2.50 to 5.00 and a promise of reliable quality. Text suggests stores claim customers will be satisfied and return for future purchases.
Washington authorities report Gilbert Boyer a colored youth was arrested for failing to yield with a bicycle nearly striking President Roosevelt as he walked with two guards. He posted $4 collateral and awaits trial. Secret Service pursued the rider to the dairy where he worked after the incident.
Italian runner Dorando Pietri and American marathon winner Johnny Hayes meet in Madison Square Garden for a 26 mile 466 yard marathon confrontation. Hayes aims to defend his title while Dorando hopes to avenge past losses in a high profile track event.
American champion Hayes seeks advantage on a circular track in the Garden arena where Dorando stumbles on road experience. Pollok notes Dorando’s London form as a confidence builder while Hayes’ camp argues speed and stamina will decide the race.
Reported from Union City Tennessee on November 6 describes a mob near Tiptonville that lynched three Black men Marshall Edward and James Beindsuck after a so called open court. Sheriff and Justice Davies attempted a lawful trial but a mob demanded execution. Governor Patterson ordered militia but could not stop the lynching.
In Harrisburg Pennsylvania on November 26 Mary Thomas a sixteen year old girl living in Breelton was fatally burned at home and later died at the city hospital. Authorities say the fire may have been set by the girl herself after an attempt to jump from the bed. Local labor reports note job losses and shortages amid the era.
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