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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1908
Page
11
1775 Paul Revere's ride feared by local patriots. 1817 George Henry Lewes, English philosopher, born and died. Astronomical events noted with sunset, moonrise times and moon phase.
The Sporting Section introduces Marion’s second year with a salaried baseball team in the Ohio State league. The page highlights the Y M C A work in the city, aims to boost clean sport, and hopes the Marion team finds success beyond last year in the Ohio Pennsylvania league.
An inquiry into Marion financial dealings found money paid from the city treasury but did not accuse individuals of theft. The examiner notes prices charged were not exhorbitant and cites prior graft findings, while asserting recent actions violated procedures but involved people allied with city government.
Letters from farmers wives recount quick relief from catarrh and stomach troubles after using Peruna and Manalin. Testimonies praise restored health, vigor, and even life saved, with Mrs. Winkler and others asserting strong cures and urging others to try the remedy.
A noisy assemblage of political observations questions party loyalties and ethics. It references Roosevelt’s papers and a pending congress action, speculates on Republican seats in the Thirteenth district, and critiques Columbus investigators manipulating Auditor Guilbert. It also mentions Noah’s dove and a Sandusky City appeal to Republicans in Erie county, raising questions about Mr Green and the state treasurer race.
A fragmented editorial mix discusses President Roosevelt, congressional battles over naval ships and the Aldrich bill, and sharp quotes about Japan. It also notes Ohio Republicans’ strategy, New York Democrats’ delegation, and rumored visits by the Prince of Wales. The piece references Taft, Bacon, Conkling, and a volatile party scene around conventions and ratifications.
The fragment suggests the legislature may push a primary election bill before adjournment. It mentions a dinner at Modern Dining Hall on Center Avenue and includes unclear references to legal matters and timing.
Lawrence Winvas aged 23 of Fort Wayne was arrested last evening on a charge of stalling a horse belonging to Dr. Allison of Viemravelle Indiana. The arrest was made by Marshal Mentuer with Harley Gage held as a witness.
Two young girls from Worthington Indiana died in a barn fire in April. An investigation found the dwelling was used as a temporary residence while a family tended to chores and play. Authorities are reviewing the incident for cause and safety compliance.
Sorority Kivia at the University of Wooster wins support from faculty to retain their chapter. The faculty meeting discussed prohibiting further organization of new sororities and the decision to not permit additional chapters was not taken yet.
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