12 Jul 1907
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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1907
Page
1
The jury acquitted Mrs Mary Bowie and her son Henry after a five minute deliberation in the Posey murder trial. Prosecutors argued the killing was justified by unwritten law, while the defense claimed protecting a betrayed family.
Washington reports a renewed campaign for Korean freedom led by Prince Tiyong Oni Yi and Young People's party members. The statement notes U S hesitance and Roosevelt’s limited room as Japan asserts influence in Korea, with concerns about actions provoking war if Japan expands dominance.
The Erie Railroad is under inquiry for paying immunity money to avert strikes. James O Connell and machinists from New York City district 15 led calls for proof, presenting nine vouchers totaling 22 000 dollars paid from 1902 to 1904. George Warner admitted receiving 22 000 dollars but denied any intent to prevent strikes.
A Porum dispatch reports Jack Baldridge, a feared figure in the Indiana Territory, surrounded by a posse after a July 6 raid. He taunts officers from underbrush while heavily armed, with a rescue or capture effort pending and reinforcement expected after nighttime patrols.
A brief report notes oil wells flowing in the Congo field across the river as crews work to halt the flow. Unclear details reference Steubenville and Washington Pennsylvania with no clean dates. The status suggests a stoppage effort by owners and operators amid uncertain conditions.
July 12 report from McArthur says three hundred miners at the Mohr Minton Coal Company walked out after the company replaced one engineer with another at a lower wage. The strike centers on pay and staffing changes at the mine.
Boise July 12 William De Haywood presses his own defense while aides threaten perjury charges. Both sides say more will come in rebuttal or war rebuttal testimony, with the rebuttal expected to begin Monday. Haywood and Moyer deny know Slurry Orchard beyond being a Western Federation of Miners member.
Sprinkfield reports a drastic medical incident as physician officials refused to cut away part of the tongue of carrier John Gros, a wealthy grain elevator owner. Gros reportedly removed a portion of his tongue Thursday in an apparent self injurious act tied to ongoing medical issues.
The report notes a halted case due to missing managers. A fire brigade element from the point is involved. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR but the emphasis is on preventable access and stalled proceedings.
Reports indicate Governor Harris will consider a possible commute or reprieve for Henry Willer a Warren County suspect sentenced to be executed next Friday for the murder of Marshal Basore of Franklin The case hinges on new evidence and Governor Harris may intervene under review procedures.
The Tawt body was taken from the Lehigh and Wilkesbarre Auderiod ming today, making a total of nine dead in the disaster. Authorities report the incident occurred at a local site and are reviewing preliminary causes and safety failures.
An incident at Fort Rosecrans led to the capture of a Japanese spy while he drew maps of the fortifications and gun placements. He was interrogated by Fort Commander Major Gateboll, drawings were destroyed, and he was escorted from the reservation. A second Japanese spy had been sighted weeks earlier while sketching exterior defenses from a boat.
Six prominent Toledo lumber dealers including Harry Hammond and Weis were found guilty under the Valentine law. They pleaded guilty to theft pooling and related offenses. Sentences included months and costs, with a section of the law delaying further penalties.
The Mirror announces a large prize contest worth 1500 with prizes for the top vote getters. Candidates from seven counties are entering. publication of names tomorrow sparks intense interest as ballots pour in.
Jackson July 12 Curt Smith brother of John Smith a noted figure in Breaths itt county was shot and killed at Wikwinw by Jel Turner in a disputed card game Turner allegedly fired after claims of a prior breach Smith had testified against Judge Janes Hargis Turner fled after the shooting and authorities sought him for questioning
The Hague July 12 1907 news reports the international conference voting to require a one hour interval between declaration of war and hostilities as part of renewed decisions.
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