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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1908
Page
4
Fragmented republic era notes reveal weather chatter for Ohio and distant London gossip. Mentions Duchess of Yarmouth, Prince Edward Island, Taft and Foraker politics, primary bills, and local Marion county debates amid a tapestry of society and economic reflections.
Fragmentary remarks hint at a continuing debate over assets handed to the government and the potential role of an army canteen. Officials weigh the implications for supply, morale, and governance while public interest remains high.
In Salt Lake City on January 9, Dean Jan B. Eddie was publicly deposed from the Protestant Episcopal ministry by Bishop Spalding after a church trial on immorality. The decision drew tears from women and mixed reactions from men as Eddie denounced the proceedings as unfair and claims the evidence was forged by enemies, with holy boys of St. Mark's church named as chief witnesses.
Delaware farmer Logan Snyder attempted suicide after quarreling with his 16 year old wife over wood work. He fired a pistol in the parlor, the bullet shattered his skull but he may recover. His wife was not hurt.
A girl in Mansfield reports finding a live dollar and coins in an eastern alley. The discovery spurred several searches and about eight dollars were recovered. The money was repeatedly dumped in the alley near Gilrow mood.
In Frankfort the Kentucky Senate voted to have the chamber appoint its standing committees rather than the lieutenant governor. The Republicans control the Senate with Democrats in the majority. The governor’s message urged reforms and examined tobacco market troubles, calling for investigations into causes, promotions of fair trials, and action against alleged price manipulation. A new bridge project on the Nile corridor notes the completion of a long span from Carlo to Rodah, 1,740 feet long and 65 feet wide.
In Canton Ohio two friends watched as the case unfolded around the murder of Elizabeth Brown who was killed with a hammer in an alley. Boston brakeman El Hott, 92, faces an accessory charge in the Whitmore murder tied to a New Jersey case. Pilcott, 20, fled to New Jersey and told officials little but offered to share what he knows with Prosecuting Attorney Winkera.
In Circleville Ohio two boys aged 14 and 12 appeared at Vidkile Street School intoxicated. They are linked to the Quickle family, with George and Aaron Quickle named as related parties. The incident involved education board authorities and mentions a mayoral or public sale item in unclear text.
In Columbus Ohio a claim of a $1000 salary payment is made amid graft accusations. The writer asserts legal action will follow if the payment proceeds, naming Attorney General Bile and Oklahoma official William Crags in a dispute over a supposed legislative entitlement.
The text presents sermon notes urging belief in baptism and spirit, referencing John the Baptist, Roosevelt, and Paul. It argues the importance of warm hearts, active witnessing, and personal faith, urging readers to embrace religious duties and personal conversion. Named figures include Teddy Roosevelt and Joe Fitch, with biblical citations guiding moral lessons.
News follows Smith inquiry into consolidating Washington street car companies with the aim of universal transfers and cheaper fares. William Loeb Jr, secretary to President Roosevelt, would be given executive powers if consolidation proceeds, with support cited from White House discussions. Smith notes Loeb’s influence could help secure proper legislation for district transit improvements.
A public statement by Caleb Powers urges Lexington readers to sign a petition to Gov. Wilson for pardon. He claims Wilson was unfairly tried in three trials, including the Taft case. A four member, three Republican committee has no petition to present.
No More PILES claim relief for piles and rectal disease with Pyramid Pile Cure. The ad promises dramatic reduction of congestion and swelling, healing of sores, and avoidance of surgery, urging readers to send name and address for a free trial package from Pyramid Die Co. Marshall, Michigan.
Probate court in Marion County Ohio will hear multiple administrator and executor accounts on Tuesday February 4 1908. Listings include final and first accounts for estates of Alinefelter Gull Mienhauer Kienle and others, guardianships for Rosa Waddell Bert Waddell Lee Waddell Daley Waddell and minors, and exact deadlines for exceptions by February 1 1908. Public notice instructs all interested parties to appear or file objections.
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