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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1909
Page
7
A compact roundup notes the Heat chapter of Uncle Tom’s Cabin in the National Era indicating April 1 1852, a catastrophic fire at City and Timneville Pa destroying $3 million in property and displacing 1500 people, a 1000 Fighting at Taku China involving American marines, and astronomical events with sunset at 7 28 and moonrise at 9 19 p m plus related timings.
An article warns motorists in Marion about speeding and the need to obey speed laws to prevent accidents. It notes daily fast travel, the danger of collisions with streetcars, and risks to pedestrians. It argues public sentiment will harden against violators if speed persists and calls motorists to reduce speed to conform with law.
A fragmented inquiry wonders why rain repeats daily and how to uncover the cause of drought. It asks why the sun and moon fail to prevent showers and calls for a method to determine precipitation causes.
A garbled OCR-style piece discusses anti precipitation and scientific scrutiny, cites Thoreau on self-improvement, critiques reliance on windfalls, references Beveridge and Taft on revision, and notes anti-saloonists preparing for action. It also mentions Teddy bears, a brewing downturn, and alleged conspiracies to bar Black workers, reflecting social tensions.
A collage of editorials questions Britain’s Treasury pension generosity, derides Ed ward’s era, and satirizes political figures. It cites Bernard Shaw on suppression and mocks John Bull’s impact while noting graft concerns from Governor Hughes in New York and other satirical takes across papers.
A garbled exchange features Mr Rockefeller discussing health and finances with a quip about golf. The fragment references Mrs Rockefeller and mentions Better, implying a tense or incomplete interview about the Anateral attuation and financial situation.
Taft dictates cabinet meal orders citing stricter luncheon fare. He demands a proper grownups meal with roast or f la, vegetables, fruit and iced tea or buttermilk. The president has managed meals via golf and rides since Decoration Day, with no midday repast.
In Kijare near Nairobi on June 1 the Roosevelt entourage arrived by special train and met American African land mission staff. Roosevelt and aides hunted Colobus monkeys, inspected the mission, and dined with missionaries and settlers. Preparations for an expedition into Lot Country proceed as they face two waterless travel days.
New York June 5 a sentence of spot less than years for more than twenty in Sing Sing prison was imposed upon William Darragh a chauffeur whose automobile ran down and killed Ingvyard Trimble in this city on March 27 Motions for a new trial and arrest of judgment were overruled Ingvvad Trimble was thirteen the son of R J Trimble formerly of Covington Kentucky Darragh was trying out a car moving fast when he struck the boy leaving him on the street and fleeing the city the next day later arrested at Port Arthur Texas
New York June 5 The Yale plying New York to Boston collided with the Bergen ferryboat in the North River. Yale sustained light damage with raft loss while the Bergen had its side stove in and upper works carried away. Passengers were landed calmly after a quick check of danger.
In Chicago on June 5 Judge McEwen angrily dismissed two jurors after acquittals in a saloonkeeper robbery in Chinese Heights. He told veniremen they are discharged with no pay and ordered two revolvers and cartridges returned to the defendants, insinuating the verdict was not honest. The two men allegedly held up a saloonkeeper and stole a ten dollar bill and a gold watch and chain.
Dr. Datmey of the University of Cincinnati urged independent voting and an end to solid South. He said suffrage is a state matter and federal interference should end if laws are administered fairly, urging the South to broaden its political duty and gain national influence.
New York report says Wellington W Chansey a Spanish war veteran attached to Port Slocum died by his own action at the Grand Union hotel He left a letter to the manager apologizing and asking forgiveness while promising not to repeat the act in the hotel.
Chicago June 6 A New York City financier William Lobenstine built a fortune by owning downtown Chicago real estate. He reportedly earned more than 750000 dollars over 24 years, averaging over 20000 dollars annually. He recently sold the southeastern corner of Jackson Boulevard and Plymouth Place to Richard W Sears of Sears Roebuck for about 900000 dollars. the property is 80 by 106 feet.
June 6 Berlin reports a Gross airship engaged in wireless telegraphy trials over the city. The apparatus was mounted on the airship and tested for several hours as it cruised above rooftops. An attempt was made to tune with land stations while the army withheld comment. The Purseval airship also maneuvered over Berlin, passing the emperor’s palace several times.
Colminos Ohio June 4 There was considerable excitement around May or Hand's office yesterday when four mysterious packages arrived. They were instantly diagnosed as an infer tal machine. The box was wrapped in heavy paper and had a dark mantle and small leaves of stone like matter. City hall attaches refused to hear the thing. Secretary Joe Weimer opened the package with nerve. The box was not to one side and post officials were about to be notified when a letter arrived explaining the contents. It was a sample of paying material sent by St Louis the city dome of the slut for street making.
New York reports a notable shift as financial concerns take a back seat to more intriguing developments. The uneven market mood and officials’ statements highlight evolving priorities and unanswered questions about economic directions.
June safety event reports Queen Wilhelmina and Prince Consort Henry escaping serious injury when their carriage collided with another vehicle en route to the christening of Princess Juliana. The crowded street heightened the peril as all gathered to honor the infant princess.
Oliver H P Brown through Scofield Durfee and Boofield sues Rose P Brown and others for partition of undivided interests in Oliver H P Brown estate with dower held by Rose P Brown widow. Defendants waived service and appeared. Proceedings note prior settled cases and a motion to remove to the U S District Court at Toledo for prejudice.
Weather-friendly forecast boosts national balloon race at Motor Speedway northwest of town. Aviators aim to travel over a thousand miles to break the record of 40 miles. Event supported by Baker's Bend Concert opening at 9:00 Monday morning. Local notices list a Bethlehem Band concert and community events near Marion.
Five strike leaders were arrested at Brie Transfer House as they tried to halt work demanding higher pay. They faced charges of threatening assault and were fined after pleading guilty at Justice Gompf's court. The group named Antonio Maria Domalcl Stellane Sam Colonne Joseph Penzone Pietro Colanco.
The article promotes Castoria as a trusted, vegetable remedy for children to improve digestion and sleep, endorsed by Dr. William J. McCrain and physicians. It highlights a long history, signature guarantee by Charles H. Fletcher, and claims of avoiding opium or morphine while reducing feverishness and digestive trouble.
A man with a severe stutter asks a railroad clerk how to travel to New York by freight. The agent objects but the man repeats his request with effort, mentioning a phonetic gag about his speech. The scene plays on a humorous misunderstanding at a ticket window.
A fragmented 19th or early 20th century health note urges women toward a radiant complexion and vitality. It promotes Hollister’s Rocky Mountain remedy claiming beauty benefits and lists 45 cent tea or tablets by Charles Schmidt & Co.
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