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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1908
Page
11
The Marion Daily Mirror discusses weather, rail and political chatter, with remarks on Speaker Cannon and President Roosevelt. It notes shipping prices in England, naval fleet planning, and local absurdities, blending humor with commentary on current events and public figures.
A drug store touts Root Juice as a lifesaver for kidney and stomach troubles. Testimonials claim immediate relief and several years of ailment vanish. The instructor offers information and says he will stay a few more days to explain the medicine and rents.
Cambridge May 2 Ed Allen held on indictment for cutting with intent to kill was captured by Sheriff H K Moore at Des Moines where he had joined the regular army under the alias Winters. Sheriff Moore brought him for trial. On August 20 Allen attacked John Gibson with a razor over a love affair injuring him. Gibson's chances of recovery were reported as poor. Nine days later, while the attendant was in the corridor, Allen escaped.
Fire at Pasco general store owned by F. B. Johnson and adjacent residences of OC H Quimby and F B Johnson caused heavy damage west of Bridgeport. Limited firefighting and a favorable wind kept the blaze from ravaging the town. Loss estimated around 20000 dollars with partial insurance. Origin unknown though gasoline is suspected. Mirror Want Column.
Taunton police halted the Knights of the Bloody Dagger a band of youths led by Raymond Bates youngest member brains of the group. The 12 to 16 year olds including Timmy Driggs and Herbert Tates confessed detailing raids on city property a hotel garage a recruiting office and a Main Street boardhouse. Capt Driggs was jailed for larceny and the others were put under custody or parental care with one sent to Lyman School for Boys.
In Cleveland on May 2 workers on the municipal traction system began voting on a general strike after Municipal Traction officials refused a two cent per hour wage increase. Vice President Behner said ninety five percent supported a strike, with about 4000 on the waiting list and 2000 motormen and conductors affected.
Holding company officials deny binding any prior agreement while the new company grants a one cent an hour increase as a fare reduction era continues. Amalgamated Association leader warns of a general strike unless concessions are granted. About 260 workers affected by wage changes, with conductors urged to delay further demands for a year. Public concerns focus on fare levels, transfers, and suburban rates.
New York May 2 A trial of the no tip barber shop concept ends with patrons tipping again. After investing a large sum and setting priced services to save customers money the shop bans gratuities but business declines. Barbers return to tipping and the shop resumes normal pay practices, though the result reflects limited success of the no tipping model.
Bridgeport on May 2, Joseph Lan jane a Lansing merchant shot Joseph Rice after Rice allegedly insulted his wife. The bullet shattered Rice's leg and he lies in a hospital. Two days earlier Leasure found dynamite in his ice box, a possible motive linked to the incident.
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