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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1908
Page
4
In a fragmented roster, Por Surveyor and Coroner positions appear with partial names such as TOC BOWEN and W C WOTTRING. Other posts mention Joan G Stank, W 8 Brender, Charles Freeman Samuels, and Ghorg Wielidmalr in a probabilistic probate or infirmary administration context.
The Democratic convention at Maryeville on Tuesday nominated Orion from Ramond County for senator. He is a loyal party worker from Caton County and expected to run a strong race to unseat the long standing Republican incumbent. Local Democrats aim to support his bid and boost the party's statewide chances.
The article surveys a chaotic scene in which various factions mock or praise political figures. It cites President Roosevelt, Taft, Bryan, Hearst, and party leaders while noting distrust of reform and the pull of party machines. It hints at funding, elections, and the nation’s drift toward democracy amid turmoil.
Fragmented text shows mentions of Mr Tait, Taft, Lincoln as center of the United States, and various scattered notes on elections, potential wars, and travel. References include Oyster Bay, President Roosevelt, Kaiser, and Japan, with chaotic OCR errors amid political gossip and misc notices.
Chicago story reports Mrs. Alice Web Duke, ex-wife of Brodie L. Duke, found guilty of swindling the Great Northern Hotel with worthless books. Sentencing date postponed to hear motion for a new trial.
Portmouth Va August 12 three companies of militia are on duty in the streets to avert a possible race war. One hundred detectives search the county for suspects in the murder of Catherine Powell and the shooting of police officer Wionlader. No new leads yet for either of the missing suspects Jesus Strong or Catherine Shawell.
In the Dalars district near Loveland a man killed his wife with a blunt weapon and then shot himself after placing his daughter Effie in danger during a quarrel described by authorities. The wife Margaret Vacows, 53, and the couple’s son-in-law reported the grim scene before the man died from a gunshot wound.
Triad, Cole, and Hoke argue over a stay in a Virginia rooming house. Moore, proprietor, fires two heavy charges at a boarder named Cobu who refuses to elope with him. Surrender follows.
In Lima Ohio on August 12 a mob chased and captured a black kidnapping suspect after a white four year old girl Lena Laure, daughter of B J Larus, was allegedly taken by a black couple near her home. Neighbors alerted police who later recovered the child and sought the abductors.
In Leanan on August 12 Wilbur attempted a reckless aerial display over the race track, soaring for minutes and covering an estimated four miles. The stunt, executed without proper protection, was described as the most satisfactory fight the American aeroplane has made, though details are unclear and the report is fragmented.
A blaze in Chicago on August 12 destroyed C. A. Covey’s garage and adjacent shops. Automobiles inside were incinerated and damages estimated between 406000 and 500000 dollars. The fire threatened neighboring buildings and the whole block.
In Washington on August 12 the Turkish legation faced a sudden disruption as a minister from the Sublime Porte arrived to assume control during the resignation of Meamed Ali Bey. The new Turkish commissioner in New York met Acting Secretary Adee and took formal possession of the legation while Mundi Bry, the Turkish commissioner general, was reported seriously ill at the legation.
Reports from Linbun describe rumors of revolvers rifles and arms entering Portugal's Lisboan outskirts. Authorities report a haul of one hundred revolvers and rifles seized near Lisbon while a suspicious crate from Barcelona arrived and exploded with ammunition. A derelict boat near Lisbon yielded boxes and a concealed cargo later deemed weapons. The incident follows earlier contraband seizures connected to Belgaum. Admiral Coffers noted official action.
Ambiguously garbled report from Welt Aug 12 notes England's Ward visiting Emperor Franz Joseph at his villa. It claims German statesmen fear King Edward seeks to detach Austria from the Triple Alliance. Turkey conditions reportedly discussed during the visit.
A telephone message from Sandpoint Idaho reports a forest blaze threatening Kootenai and wiping out the town overnight. The Humberd Lumber Company mill and three hundred residents were left homeless as flames raced through the area near Spokane and Wal. Aug.
Pittsburg officials report Mexican police tortured Lo Jogil men accused of robbing a mail carrier. Edward Mie Joney and Willan Moffett named as victims with two companions escaping. Detctives captain McClough notes the incident could affect international cooperation.
In Auckland the American contingent, led by President Beavevelt to Governor Phinket, received a cordial reception. Officials note exemplary conduct of the Jackies and appreciation for the warm welcome, describing the visit as fostering favorable comment among local citizens.
A report from Ohio and Indiana details a dinner for G Humphrey O Sullivan of Lowell and a newly created secretary of the hot faction committee. Bryan campaign plans were discussed with no fixed dates for a midwest tour while national committee reports suggested Indiana and Ohio focus in the near term.
A fragmented report outlines campaign strategy with John W Kern and William Jennings Bryan, noting expectations in Ohio Indiana and New York, with Wisconsin described as debatable. It mentions Kern’s meetings, discussions on denials, and plans for a stump tour and campaign coordination with national Democrats and committee members.
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