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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1908
Page
3
In Springfield on April 21 a colored nurse attempted to choke Mrs George Keckley's child in the night. Mrs Keckley, awakened by screams, saw the nurse with the child on the bed. The nurse fled in an underskirt but was captured by police hours later. The mother described the girl as weak minded and suddenly violent.
Washington April 21 General Grosvenor of Ohio forecasts Taft will be sworn in as president next March and Foraker will take the oath of senator to succeed himself. He believes Democratic factional differences will aid Republican victory in the Senate.
A dramatic account from Pitisburg Pennsylvania recalls a stowaway who slipped aboard a supply ship during a voyage with the Pacific fleet. The unnamed woman, claiming Costa Rican roots, evaded officers and later claimed a romantic origin, provoking intrigue aboard as the ship sailed east of Spain toward Trinidad and Peru.
Wauseon Ohio bank doors shut after inability to meet depositors demands. Judge Taylor of Cleveland appoints George W Close of Toledo receiver. Edward Barber leads the operation, with officers J L Rather, H L Barber, and W I Hudson still listed. The bank, among the county’s oldest, may pay depositors in full.
The article reports Denver preparing for the Democratic national convention with Tammany tiger banners as the emblem. It notes large crowds, special trains, and extensive decorations, with an 80,000 dollar outlay and 100,000 more raised for expenses, as the auditorium for 12,600 seating is to be finished by June. The piece highlights key figures like Governor J A Johnson of Minnesota and candidates Gray, Chanler, and Bryan.
A frontier health claim promotes Root Falee Wi cures for digestion stomach trouble constipation and kidney complaints. The demonstration runs daily at Mlorkon s drug store starting at 9 4 m with samples offered for sale. Local public interest mounts as supporters praise the health tonic and its purported virulence in easing various ailments.
Unclaimed letters remaining in Marlon Ohio include many names such as Mrs Magele Colony Miss Ollie Heiden Mr Stele Hota Mrs Erik McCarty Miss M Parish Mrs Clara Rabingon R G Ne Shober Mrs Reh Shober Miss Lule Btrawner Mr J J South Miss A M Bilt Mrs Jamek Le West Miss OEK Woods Mr Robert Anderson Michael Barren Jas N Benner John Heady Arthur Poayer Daniel Crider Alex Dxneen George Gompf Jerry Hooker Jacob Haskier Jacob Maag Walter Hart pence Nathan Jolson M Courtney Jenking Geo Wo Lewin Carl Oakrey Charles J Roxe Charles Steam R F Rade baugh Master Philip Smith George Amith Ron Vertner J KK Viviene James White HRMS Federal Adjventment Gev Gear Oren Co POTBIGN Tidor Dragnet Cigar Nicole Tone ma Mitte Nicola Marner M 1 DICKERSON IM
A chaotic scene unfolds as Grover Hyen battles a pistol confrontation in Wyoming on a spring day. A gunman swings by a saloon and learns hard lessons from a rigged encounter while a tense chase ends with a wary retreat and a wary, unresolved aftermath.
Fragmented report describes Prince Helle De Bagda Jolt on Monday in Naples amid a WI meet. The prince claims the future lies with Gol and asserts others know who must be blamed, amid unclear references to marriage and local events.
The House committee on elections reported favorably by unanimous vote the motion for a campaign contribution policy. The discussion centered on identifying contributors and ensuring transparency in funding for the presidential campaign.
Merrick Angus recounts a stranger’s plea for a train fare, a young woman’s hunger and tears, and his decision to help with a free ticket and meals. He later faces legal pressure over the ticket’s origin, learns of a newspaper story accusing Mary Moyers, and receives an apology from the railroad officers.
Four Italians died and others injured in a premature explosion at a condenser plant near Memphis Tennessee on April 21. The interpreter was killed. Details of names and injuries are unclear due to damaged text.
Washington dispatch states that lawmakers plan a formal inquiry into the terminal paper concern of Jeper Irhet, forming a panel to review dealings and potential issues. The motion outlines appointment of a four-member committee to oversee the investigation with findings expected later this session.
A wreck near Brayhrand in bad weather left 41 dead and about 60 injured. A tender, with two locomotives, crashed in the rear of a passenger train. Rescue teams, medical staff, and rail officials reported extensive damage and chaotic scenes as survivors clung to odds and ends and authorities opened investigations.
Poor OCR of an old patent medicine ad touts Hall's Catarrh Cure claiming to heal inflammation of the mucous membrane and tubal issues. It offers a $100 reward for any case cured by the remedy that cannot be treated, urging readers to contact CHENRY & CO. of Toledo for circulars.
A church service incident described with parishioners and widows helping to keep calm amid a sudden disturbance. It notes attendees praying and the minister delivering reassurance as Easter events and clergy are referenced. No injuries confirmed. the scene centers on church behavior and communal support.
Mie Rutty Staley of Rast Church entertained the members with a lively evening of sociable chat and buned activities. A host served refreshments as the group enjoyed a pleasant gathering. The next west meeting will be held in two weeks.
A New York bound woman on a Pennsylvenia railroad car caused a scene at East Liberty when she tried to retrieve a hat jammed under a dining car table. Conductor and porter struggled to move her as varnish and shattered glass flew. The incident ended with several injuries and the train halted briefly for delays.
New York April 21 The presentment by the special grand jury investigating the Metropolitan Railway Co and related firms exonerates officials of any crime. After lengthy inquiry jurors say no evidence of criminal wrongdoing was found. They note April 1903 expenses of $34.7 for political favors, with $16 given to Tammany Hall and $20,000 handed to Lemuel Quling then to ex Gov. Odell Jr. The jury suggests the contributions may have violated law but there is no proof of crime.
Chicago April 41 Nerman Billek condemned to death for the murder of Mary View and implicated in deaths of others in the Vean tumly has been reprieved by the board of pardons until June 12. The stay shifts the case to his attorneys who must seek court action by that date or the execution will occur. Billek, nearly collapsed in his jail cell, thanked God and vowed to prove his innocence.
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