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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1909
Page
8
A grand Barnum and Bailey pageant travels to Marion with trains unloading at Greenwood street. Spectators from nearby towns witness a vast parade of 700 horses, beasts, riders, and a huge menagerie tent as the afternoon matinee unfolds with new acts and full seating.
The board of public safety ordered brief use of reserves to hire extra patrolmen. Ex patrolmen Thompson Slagle and Chapman were on duty all day Tuesday. No thefts were reported in the city this morning as police kept vigilant watch. The parade occasion spurred stronger police presence, reducing criminal activity.
The county notes $1206.30 in sheep claims and $265.10 in fees for witnesses and appraisers. There is $56.55 unpaid from prior claims, totaling $134.10 in sheep claims and fees. A grand total of $1508.96 is due. the dog fund holds $2541.46, with a related claim against the county to be paid.
Morton L. Hill of Lebanon Indiana reports his wife suffered inflammatory perivetienat issues and worsened. after seeking care from Dr Deans she finally improved rapidly, with relief arriving only after initiating treatment from the doctor.
A large grease fire in the Coonrod and Abel establishment on East Center Street exploded after a boiler of grease heated on a red hot stove. Firemen from three departments fought flames for nearly an hour, with two firefighters knocked down by live wires while dragging a hose. Fred Keets, a timekeeper, fainted while rescuing a young girl, later found to be the daughter of a dist washer. The kitchen and basement suffered major damage as electric wiring and grease fueled the blaze. the block was saved by strong firewalls and insurance coverage exceeds the damage. The incident, occurring shortly after one o'clock Tuesday afternoon, left several employees injured and the restaurant heavily damaged.
Fragmentary report notes an afternoon reception at the Gilderseads where an arm was broken during a disturbance near the refreshment room door. The overheard remarks reference Jam and Mrs siglor with chaos described by a Cleveland plate dealer.
A musical romance ends in marriage as Miss Pauline Beck of Marion and Mr Harry Millet of this city wed in Newport Kentucky after plans for a bridal supper and a late return. Beck, a pianist, came to Marion from Findlay to work at Family theatre. Millet heads the dress department at Frank Brothers. The couple will live in Colonial flats while in transition.
Wells Wilson and Mies May Mun ion licensed to marry. Rev and Mrs A J Holverstott of Marion are guests of Mrs M, Wi Berry at Agonta. Born to Mr and Mrs Olde Miller of Davids street a daughter. J B E Berry and daughter Joona visiting at Mrs BR A Berry’s home in Amonta. Charles Pail injured losing three fingers in a Steam Shovel accident. M and M Liggett of Galion visiting Mrs Henry Barnhart of Center street East. Miss M Wheeler and Mrs Frederick leaving for Dayton to attend Home Guards convention. Francis Willard W W T A to meet at Owen Station with 1 28 departure next Thursday. Columbus Delaware and on iron railroad appraised at six mile. There are h-1 of Ahe company’s Lag 2? Pempocks noted.
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