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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1908
Page
5
A fragmented classified style line touts asbestos labeled men’s work shoes and women’s footwear with misspelled branding “Fitt ery” and “ox ford” terms. The odd phrasing hints at hazardous or outdated goods being marketed with unclear attribution and potential safety concerns.
The council approved raising sidewalks in the business district and widening Horr street by fifteen feet. An ordinance funded by a city note for Marion National Bank amounting to 718.74 was adopted. Equalizing board reports set local paving assessments, and water mains were extended on Superior street to improve fire protection. Dr. Seiter urged speed control as autos race through the business section, with a recommendation to police to flag violators.
A health officer from the city is to be sent to the state board to learn his duties. The move involves the local service board and references Medal Flour as part of the context.
At Marion Family Theater last night Peo Rows performed a humorous number and Professor Baumgarten opened with sketches. Delma the eccentric comedian entertained for a half hour while Dave and Kaleht presented a clever patriotic sketch. William West and Henlah Henton performed tunes for dancing and a vaudeville program closed with a cameograph feature. a washwoman is sought for Hotel Maestic.
A chaotic Easter evening incident in Marion centers on a Merry Widow hat. A woman returning from Columbus injures two traveling men with hat adornments during cab ride negotiations. Both men are treated at a hospital for eye and ear damage. the hat is later discarded on a verandah.
Marion merchants met at the Commercial club to request local kiosk owners to close Thursday afternoon April 25 between 1 and 6 o clock. Business leaders hope all firms comply to show support for the base ball team and Marion. A parade is planned to escort the team to the ball park with many firms participating.
Health Officer Roy Chapman started this morning for Columbus to meet with members of the state board of health about his duties as city officer. His expenses are city authorized and he carries a recommendation from the board of service and a letter of introduction to confer with state officials on matters not clearly under his remit.
Judge G C Foster appoints W H Kirchner George J Christian and Hayes Thompson to a commission to aid the needy blind in the county. The board may grant pensions up to 150 annually and receives 2 per member per day, with up to five sessions yearly. Residents or those bound in state, and a two tenths mill tax limit. False statements punishable by perjury. Creme Chocolate mentioned as a food drink.
Mrs Savanna Mee sues John P McNamara an insurance agent claiming desertion after marriage in 1899. She alleges deceit, three children from the husband and abuse. He resides on Mary Avenue with offices in the Huber block. Other filings include a sale motion in Marion, and Opal Krenkler suing Charles N Krinkter for wilful absence. The May term docket is announced.
Fifty four vehicles shipped in a single day, the largest in U S. history for a manufacturing company. A parade followed the wagons to the depot, led by a two-team wagon carrying twenty vehicles. The shipment included racing sulkies, matinee carts, training sulkies, and speed carts to various points from Melue to California.
Morton L. Hill of Lebanon Indiana reports his wife suffered severe inflammatory rheumatism in every muscle and joint and was bedridden for eight weeks after eight physicians failed. She found relief within three days using Dr Detchon’s Belief or Rheumatism. Bold by The Tumble Pharmacy, Opposite Kerr House.
A brief docket entry states that plows will be towed within the next few days, with all calls or cowed entries referenced in the docket. The note is terse and needs clarification for precise action and location.
Prominent Newark social figure Moe Marriett Webb and Dr James A. McMurray united in marriage at the home of Rev E G Mapes on Monday evening. The bride, active in many historic and civic groups, is widely known in Newark society. The groom, Marion physician, is closely connected with local judges and holds broad city acquaintances.
James J. Blynelfield, described as a plain drunk, was arrested on North Main street Monday by Officer Glagia. In mayor's court this morning he pleaded guilty to intoxication and was fined five dollars. the Women's Exchange at the Vbler Phillips Store will be conducted by Miss Boyd during Miss Gipsen's absence.
Ipsurrections, riots and bitter struggles occur in the Isle of Hayti as outside nations may intervene. We offer help to those seeking good results by supplying four that “makes good” from Carnation flow. Fall grocers sell sacks at $1.40 each.
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