George Blum Verdict Awarded in Court Case
George Blum wins a verdict against Charles W. Fairbanks after a collision involving Fairbanks driving a "automobile" that struck Blum's horse. The award totals $140 with the plaintiff claiming damages. The report notes injury to Blum’s horse and references an ad in The Mirror Want ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Blum
Charles W. Fairbanks
Conroy
Fairbanks
Ium
Klum
Pey
Ama
the Mirror
Bargain Window Promises Low Prices in July Drawing
Watch the window for good bargains as top items sell fast. Ladies waists 19c to 79c, former 75c to 150. Shirt waist suits from 1.78 to 5.98, worth 3.75 to 15. Beautiful linens and other wear in small costs. Remember the big drawing July 20th, tickets with each 500.
Marion excursionists praise Cedar Point outing
A Marion group reports an ideal, accident free trip to Cedar Point by the Marion Steam Shovel company hosted excursion. Two boats carried patrons from Sandusky at 9 30 and 10 00 to a day of picnicking swimming and beach time with praise for the improving resort and its accommodations. The Friday event marks the twentieth annual Marion outing with future trips planned for July 31 at the same location.
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Marion
Cedar Point
Sanducky
Sandusky
Ume
Hager
Ieke
Marion Steam Shovel Company
Fairbanks Steam Ghovel Company
Committee appoints Poppleton to fill Gottechall term
The old committee appoints Poppleton to serve the unexpired term of A A Gottechall and the new committee recommends a full term starting in August. Several important matters were discussed and no adjournment was taken, to meet at the call of the chairman.
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Poppleton
A. A. Gottechall
McGowan Arrested on Desertion Charge in Iowa
James McGowan, who deserted his wife and three children over two years ago, was arrested last night in Dubuque Iowa. Sheriff Crown or Deputy Sheriff Davidson plan to bring the prisoner to answer the charge.
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James McGowan
Dubuque
Iowa
Crown
Davidson
Toulght
Frank Poppleton Gets the Place
The Democratic Headquarters will open about August first after the executive committee meeting. They ratified securing Miss Todd's millinery store for headquarters and will furnish the rooms and install a telephone. The rooms open to the public after August first for visitors to access campaign literature from leading Democratic dailies and materials. Frank Woppleton of Prospect was recommended for appointment to the board of deputy plate supervisors of elections.
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New Democratic Executive Committee
Miss Todd
Abikc
Frank Woppleton
Prospect
Sec
Columbus
Board of Deputy
Plate Supervisors of Elections
Love for Machinery Causes Fatal Accident
A Henry Sawyer Sanatorium patient, young Wilson Orr, lies very ill after being struck by a Big Four freight engine Friday morning. A deaf boy with strong love for machinery disobeyed his father and entered railroad yards despite warnings. He was found near the rails and injured severely, now showing remorse for his act.
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Wilson Orr
Sawyer
Eday
Suit Cases Suit Cases Arrival at Local Store
The store received its largest shipment of suit cases and trunks to date yesterday, expanding selection and stock for customers.
Tammany Delegation Heads Home From National Convention
The Tammany Democratic delegation to the National convention in Denver plans to return home today and depart Chicago Sunday evening. In Chicago on Sunday evening they will have limited time in the city before their trains depart, with engine changes on the special train.
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Tammany
Democrate
Denver
Chicago
Lodge Zotes Plan Public Installation and Banquet
Knights of Pythian Lodge 402 held a well attended meeting last night and arranged a public installation for officers in two weeks followed by a stag banquet. Foresters failed to gain a quorum for their Friday meeting, so no session was held. Mrs A W Hill of Cherry Street entertained BB Club members Friday with needlework, social chat, a three course luncheon, and Sidney Moore as a guest. Next BB Club meeting is in two weeks at Mrs J S Uleh’s Jefferson Street home.
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Marlon Lodge No. 402
Knights of Pythian
Foresters
A. W. Hill
Cherry Street
Sidney Moore
Uleh
Jefferson Street
Officials Inspect Delaware Paving and Street Materials
Delaware officials led by President Parsons and Mr Potter visited the city on Friday to inspect local paving and related matters. They noted Marion using Logan block on streets and discussed selecting a firm to pave William Street, with prior consideration given to this issue.
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Parsons
Mr. Potter
Board of Service
Miller and Davin
Delaware
Marion
Logan
William Intreet
Deserter Arrested by Police Court Officer
Police arrested Harry Litner a deserter from the United States Army last night. Officer Hotsetter transported Litner to Columbus for handing over to Army officers at the barracks. He deserted from an army post in Wyoming about two years ago.
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Harry Litner
United States Army
Hotsetter
Litmer
Columbus
Wyoming
Local events note tax hours and health updates
The Spanish War Veterans met in regular session Friday evening with small attendance. Deputy Sheriff A Johnston, ill with pneumonia, is slightly better. County treasurer offices will stay open 7 to 8 tonight and next Saturday night for due taxes. about $10,000 collected today. Marion County Prohibition Rsub holds bi monthly meeting tonight at Mission room on North State Street due to state convention July 13 14 in Columbus. James Doty engineer, recently in Chicago for surgery, returns home tonight escorted by Mr and Mrs Harry Mealey. he remains in serious condition and friends follow his status closely.
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A. ©. Johnston
Marion County Prohibition Rsub
Mission Room J
North State Street
State Prohibition Convention
Columbue
James Doty
Chicago
Wear Center Street
Harry Mealey
Howplinl
Admiral Copfer tops favor polls in public view
Admiral Copfer leads public favor in latest polls as supporters cite leadership and decisive actions. Analysts note rising support across constituencies with volunteers backing the campaign while critics call for further policy detail.
Personal greetings and hometown updates in Mirror
Miss May Hastings of Cleveland visits Gallon Avenue with Mr and Mrs J W Guay on Girard Avenue. Miss Stella Bell returns home after pleasant visit with Mise Fan tle Snodgrass at Gallon. Miss Mary Harman of Shelby to a event at the Doty home on West Center street. Dr A E B Smith of Ada visits local friends today. Irene Bruce of the Boulevard returns from a trip with relatives in Anderson Indiana. Joseph Miller of the Consumers Wholesale Grocery returns from a bulloon trip to Cleveland. W H Henderson assistant train dispatcher of the Pennsylvania Road attends local railroad business. Rev T J Roland of Olney Avenue returns from Shelbyville Indiana by the urging of ...
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Stella Bell
Mise Fantle Snodgrass
Gallon
May Hastings
Cleveland
J. W. Guay
Girard Avenur
Mary Harman
Shelby
Doty
West Center Street
A. E B. Smith
Ada
Irene Bruce
Boulevard
Mrs John Blackburn Dies of Cancer at Home
Mrs Annie Blackburn wife of John Blackburn died at her Edwards street home Friday night from cancer after a lengthy illness. Born December 7 1866 in Prospect Ohio she was 50 years 1 month 1 day old. She lived in Pennsylvania before moving to the city two years ago surviving husband and four children Mrs Piste Cronster Mamie Blackburn Harry Armstrong and Miss Silvia Elliott. Also two brothers survive including Beth yy Blackburn and Tillman Blackburn. Funeral from the Edwards street home Monday at 1 o clock conducted by Rev C Platt with interment in Marton cemetery.
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Annie Blackburn
John Blackburn
Edwards Street
Wde
Prospect
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Blackburn
Matthew Armstrong
Pealdes
Piste Cronster
Mannfield
Mamie Blackburn
Toledo Avenue
Harry Armstrong
Senate Street
Mies Silvia Eliiott
Edward Street
Béthyysane Blackburn
Tillman Blackburn
Central Christian Church
Uelock
C. Platt
Marton Cemetery
Another Good Meeting Held at Marion County Matinee
The Marion County Matinee club held another meeting yesterday afternoon. Close, fast races produced several remarkable times including a 2:17 mile by Ganey D owned by W. H. Foster. Starting and judging officials named. two weeks til the next event with a lively turnout and spectator enthusiasm.
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Marion County
Ganey D
W. H. Foster
W. L. Cassidy
John Maxwell
John Felmuth
Frank Shrote
Benale O'Dee
Orrico Danner
Freddie
John Carson
Wd. Brewer
Vesper Bell
Tom Hurley
Dick Beers
Burton Oliver
Oliver Moore
Charles Cooprod
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Kleinmaiers
Kaler’n Candy Shop
Marion Clothing & Cloak Co
Center St
Smart & Waddell
Bourteem
M'Gowan
Frank Poppleton
Democratic
Parenter
Admiral
Chase Cas
Nels
Denman-Jenner Co
Tammany Tiger
Wil
Lodge Zotes
Clebs and Societies
Admiral Copfer
Imrs
Matinee
Warner & Edwards
Freddie C
Marion Milling & Grain Co
North
Prospect Street
Prospect National Mill Co
West
Robinson’s Grocery
Home of Quality
Mirror
New York
Uhler & Phillips
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