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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1913
Page
7
A quiet Fourth reported across Knox County with few accidents from firework celebrations. Many gatherings occurred, but most activities were uneventful and people marked the day with restraint and peaceful observance.
Edward Wymer of Mt. Vernon was arrested by Mansfeld police Friday on a horse stealing charge. A warrant from Mayor Perrine's court was sworn by Roy Frost alleging Wymer stole Frost's horse and buggy. Sheriff Woolfson planned to bring Wymer back to Mt. Vernon to answer the charge.
Pleasant afternoon for the Ladies Aid Society of Millwood Presbyterian at Mrs Sylvester Welker south of Howard. Engagement announced for Frank Craner of Wellington Ohio to Miss Nellie Wadaworth of Wellington. wedding planned for September. Dinner hosted by Mr and Mrs Clyde Baughman in Brandon with several couples present. KELLAR CASE Harrisonville Missouri June 5 murder trial set for Ida May Kellar accused of killing husband Arthur and daughter Margaret on June 9. Insurance motives discussed. alleged confessions and rebuttals noted. sanity pleas anticipated amid jail confinement.
J. M. Mre Harris is reported critically ill at her North Liberty residence. Friends and relatives are asked to offer prayers and support during this time.
A collage from the Chicago Tribune features fragments on common sense, memory, ambition, and other titled concepts as they relate to the ordinary man. It weaves poetry lines, humorous quips, and brief dialogues about everyday folly and resilience.
A mixed clipping presents a mock epic attack on a garden pest the cutworm. It is followed by short satirical lines about daily life and clever misdirections such as finding needs in haystacks removing stains from characters and other quips. The collage-like piece ends with verse and scattered humorous vignettes from various publishers.
General Daniel E. Sickles, sole surviving corps commander at the Gettysburg celebration, drew attention amid past Civil War fame and recent marital and financial troubles with New York. He and former staff sat in a roller chair before the Rogers house as veterans recalled sharp fighting near Brestel’s barn. He recalled surviving the final day and thanked God for the living reunion of brothers.
In a probate dispute, Lady Sackville faces a challenge to her rights as an insult allegedly breaches Sir John Murray Scott's will. The case hinges on contested validity and the distribution of the estate among heirs and named beneficiaries.
Five people died and three injured when the Bethlehem flyer of the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad crashed into a farmer’s wagon at a grade crossing near Shelly, Quakertown. Victims include Jennie Costello and Katharine Covello of Philadelphia and James Gillick of Shelly. The Costello family had been returning from a Fourth of July celebration.
Rioting mobs seize parts of Johannesburg amid a miners’ strike. Troops and police struggle to contain attacks on tramways, offices, and the Star newspaper. The main rail system is halted as fires and looting spread across the city.
A fragment from Chicago Daily News and National Conversation Report quotes two men debating invention and warfare. One claims superiority over Eve and mortality, while attributing woes to others, framed as a sharp, informal dispute. The dialogue style reflects early 20th century reportage and satire.
A daughter was born Saturday morning to Mr. and Mrs. John Meliale of West Gambier. In another birth notice, a daughter was born Saturday morning to Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Reed who reside just south of North Ib City.
A 50 000 plus crowd gathered at Put-In-Bay for a July celebration of Oliver Hazard Perry’s Lake Erie victory and 100 years of peace. A graveside ceremony honored fallen officers while the Perry memorial cornerstone was laid by K S Griffiths. Attendees included Lt Gov Nichols and state officials as speakers lauded the centennial.
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