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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1908
Page
8
A large gathering of about 120 friends surprised Miss Bertha Lauer on her sixteenth birthday at her Prospect area home five miles south. Guests enjoyed gifts a fine supper and games aided by Ortle Maize and his graphophone. well wishes were offered for future anniversaries.
William Van Meter, one of DdARion County's oldest residents and a rural agriculture authority, died at his North Main Street home at 4 PM Monday after a long illness. Born October 7 1826 in Grand Prairie township he spent most of his life on a farm and retired four years ago to the city. Survived by his wife and eight children, funeral services are set for 9:00 AM Wednesday at his home followed by burial at Brush Ridge Cemetery. viewing hours are 8 to 9 AM Wednesday.
The article details a clash over who controls the distribution of school funds. The board of education argues funds can be deposited wherever it desires, while the city council asserts authority to designate city depositories. Treasurer Walters defers to the board, with potential mandamus if he refuses, and bids may be sought from city banks to hold school funds. The sinking fund distribution and interest arrangements are also under discussion.
Morton L. Hill of Lebanon Indiana reports his wife suffered inflammatory rheumatism in every muscle and joint for six weeks after eight doctors failed. After using Dr Detchon's Relief Rheumatin she regained ability to walk in three days and credits the remedy with saving her life. Sold by The Dumble Pharmacy opposite Kerr House.
Kosciuslo Lodge installs officers with George Hagerman officiating. New line of administration led by L. F. Baller as noble grand and J. J. Welch as vice grand. Others include J. S. Kilbury recording secretary, W. Luellen grand secretary, G. H. May treasurer, Jobo Dairy chaplain, Brooks inside guard, H. Lima arden, George Neeley conductor, Throckmorton right support, Bees Jett pup noble grand, Lockar assistant to vice grand.
The Order of Eastern Star met Tuesday evening to conduct routine business and plan outreach work in two weeks. A marriage license was issued yesterday to Walter Bauer and Margaret Ditendeth Brady.
While playing with other children this morning the little son of Mr. and Mrs. T. Court of West Columbia fell from a cot and fractured his left collar bone. Dr. G. O. T. Waint gave surgical care and expects a quick recovery.
A clipped head notes apportionment action by the council, reducing funds or resources in a local measure. The item references Cornors and related fiscal adjustments, signaling a small government reallocation. The report emphasizes a cautious budget stance.
An unclear OCR fragment indicates city officials plan a council session at seven o’clock with adjournment at a reasonable time. The text mentions Ake Legislator and enforcement of laws but is garbled.
The county Republican scene shifts as Foraker withdraws from the presidential race. Delegates may be named by the executive committee or a mass convention called, with primaries possibly omitted to save costs. Mouser appears poised for easy nomination with governor Harris likely not seeking a second term, while Taft forces push for cautious handling of contest dynamics.
Notice to stockholders states annual meeting of Huber Manufacturing Company will be held at its office on January 21, 1908 at 2:00 PM. Board of Directors may bring before meeting any business and proper members are urged to attend.
Fragmentary OCR shows garbled note about Clover Leet and groceries. Names and clear facts are unreadable. no verifiable entities or events emerge for a valid summary.
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