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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1908
Page
5
A Burglar's Jimmy proves useless against sturdy construction and dependable hardware. The message underscores the importance of reliable bricks mortar and lumber, urging builders to choose Haberman Hardware Co for trusted supplies.
A Columbus area gossip column lists residents and guests visiting from nearby towns. Mrs Dugen travels to Ohio for two weeks with friends in Oroville and Millersburg while J B W Sloan visits sister in Kenton. Other locals host or visit relatives in Prospect W. Hy Wonder son Pennsylvani a, Pittsburgh, Springfield, Galion and Cedar Point trips noted.
John Meeker of Davide Street suffered a painful accident this morning and was taken to Sawyer sanitarium for care. Clareney Older resigns as chief clerk to D. J. Wells in Pittsburg to become General Contracting agent for the Chicago and Western at Pittsburg. Kate Seleweinfurth hosted the German Missionary Society gathering at her South State Street home. Sabbath school classes from John M. Brenne and R. I. Goetting toured Marion Park, 27 members strong, with swimming, fishing, and an indoor ball game marking the day.
A Salvation Army romance unfolds as Captains Gertrude Westwood and C A McClellan plan marriage at Beanlah Park Tabernacle. The couple met in Findlay and Cleveland, with Westwood to retire soon amid praise for her wartime leadership. Post wedding, they head to Mawi lon for duty.
First car leaves Marlon at 6 a.m. and runs hourly thereafter. Last car for Columbus departs at 9 p.m. for Delaware at 11 p.m. Last car leaves Columbus at 8:80 p.m. The schedule notes are partially garbled but indicate regular hourly service from Marlon beginning 6 a.m. and late evening final departures for Columbus and Delaware.
An anemia patient recounts recovery after using Dr Williams Pink Pills. The ad touts the pills as a premier blood builder and tonic, offering a free booklet on blood diseases and pricing of 50 cents per box, six for $2.50, from the Dr Williams Medicine Company in Schenectady NY.
A girl rebukes a suitor in Modern Society, while a Glasgow steamer battles a heavy sea. Passengers endure high waves and a curious passenger fears for his in law, seeking final words before potential sinking.
Marion Lodge notes report a meeting, trip prep for a 109 baseball team to Betlevue, social committees named, and Rush L. Holland named as a brother. At Cedar Point Beach over 2,500 Kalette visitors from several states attend a year-end reunion with officials present, a baseball tournament, fireworks and other amusements.
Announcement of 400 bushels of plums available on South Prospect Street at a low price per bushel. Details imply ready cashing in a few days and emphasize the bargain for buyers in the county.
The text is garbled and unreadable, mentioning Gold Medal Flour and a person or brand name Masair, with no clear event or outcome to report.
Beatty and Tony announce a Sunshine Shoe sale featuring nat prive oxfords and shoes. Local store clearances offer limited stock and special pricing to attract shoppers. Promotion highlights a variety of sizes and styles available for a short period.
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