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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1909
Page
4
Fragmentary text discusses advertising rates furnished on abligation and mentions food costs as a major element for individuals. It notes debate in the No 9 senate over maintaining Dingley rates for various goods, with some sharp rate increases affecting the sugar schedule and agricultural products.
A compact review traces events from 1812 to 1908 including Madison's war message, the 1812 declaration of war, Taft’s 1908 Republican nomination, and current Washington political dynamics. It touches on tariff debates, House vs Senate power, and the call for prudent municipal governance inspired by Provident Hiot principles amid national debate.
Chicago moves to curb fireworks and noise makers for Independence Day citing linked deaths injuries and hospitalizations from past Fourth of July celebrations. The city will bar cannon crackers toy pistols and explosive displays except on the holiday, with police instructed to arrest dealers and confiscate prohibited items. The piece notes historical streets and figures tied to Chicago’s Fourth Avenue and discusses broader social issues including labor and education reforms. It also covers Canada U S trade relations and a plan to overhaul public school curricula emphasizing practical home economics and combining shop training with reading and arithmetic.
The Episcopal Diocesan Council of Lexington Kentucky adopted a resolution criticizing actions blamed for raising living costs. It urges Christian organizations nationwide to unite for better laws and a fair share of burdens on consumers amid tariff debates and Republican party missteps. It notes discontent in the Middle West where tariff revision support exists despite Republican leanings.
Charles W. Eliot argues against two chamber city governments ward elections and sole control by one man. He favors universal suffrage with fewer officials and at large councils, citing Boston Galveston Houston Des Moines St Louis and others as examples. He stresses merit based selection and discretionary local councils over autocratic rule.
Personal B. TK Hoover of Richwood and many others from nearby towns are noted visiting relatives and friends. The column lists travelers and guests such as H. Confrey, Philip Jabert, Mrs. F. S. Grail, Miss Joan Watkins, Philomena Krack, and many families from Richwood, Delaware, Piqua, Buckeye Lake, and beyond visiting colleges, homes, and country sets. Travel to Columbus, Put-In-Bay, San Antonio, and Buckeye Lake is mentioned with several staying for summer or events.
OM, dum Airs, Frank Teotwelbenrar of Richmond visits the city’s former rasteling era, once employed by Marion Steam Shovel as a draftman. John Curran returns home after visiting Curran’s mother on Wise Street. Curran attended the digaitchers convention in Columbus earlier in the week.
An aged intimate of Duchenois, the noted French actress, mourns the absence of a bequest in her will. He recalls dining with her thrice weekly for thirty years and grieves not for her sons but for the base ingratitude that left him nothing despite long friendship.
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