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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1908
Page
4
Bun sets 6 65, rises 4 46, moon sets 1 19 a m. and 6 15 a m. moon at first quarter at 1 p. m. Mercury at superior conjunction with the sun becoming evening star. Mercury at ascending node crossing path upward at 12 48 a m. moon at apogee farther from earth.
A lengthy Republican-leaning commentary praises Mayor Tom L. Jolneon and Tom Johnson, noting Johnson’s reformist urge and political strength. It suggests Democrats should rally behind the ticket, while warning against empty endorsements and calling for unified support for the nominated slate.
A Democratic outreach in Ohio described as a public appeal aimed at guiding voters. The piece emphasizes a United States Senator candidate and frames a watchful, trailing effort as part of the campaign narrative.
No decision was reached on whether the convention should name Tommy Johnson as part of the big four slated for Denver. The discussion focused on selection criteria and potential impact on the event lineup.
Awhtatula Ohio May reports two posses patrolling thick woods between Awhtatula and Geneva amid a group of Italians suspected in beating and robbing Dr. D. B. Aldrich during his rounds. Three men from Hallane were arrested near Saybrook corners and await arraignment as farmers intensified watch for suspects. The doctor survived the assault and pursued the thieves after noting the trail.
Columbus May 7 The sending of more troops is under consideration following a request from the Adjutant General Worlington who has taken command of Troop F and the Albany Company G of the Seventh Infantry at the seat of trouble in the tobacco districts.
A twenty year old named Granio wicz drowned in the Ottawa river after a rescue attempt by a would be rescuer failed amid a fishing accident. The incident left two others stranded on an overturned boat as they fought to stay afloat and be saved by bystanders.
Miss Lottle Warner confronted baggageman Carry Hodver at the Erie depot with two friends and demanded he tell young women the reports about her were false. Hoover, Hodver’s companion, drew a revolver and killed himself instantly after the confrontation. Hoover had dated the woman for seven months but they had recently quarreled.
Chairman Kleeb of the Democratic state central committee will convene a meeting with candidates nominated at the Wednesday convention. The central committee plans to meet Friday of next week to discuss the campaign chairmanship and the executive committee. Judeon Harmon is expected to name his campaign manager.
In San Francisco on May 7, Admiral Evans led a 15,000 strong procession amid soaring patriotism. Crowds along the route cheered from morning until night as the pageant rolled through the city, marking a spectacular display on the Pacific coast.
In Wooster Ohio May news, the prominent lawyer and former judge and congressman Sinyser died suddenly at his home at 6:20 last evening after reportedly suffering apoplexy. The death shocked the town as details follow.
The article recalls Judge Smyser aged 87 from Wayne County who after a long legal career and service on the bench collapsed from heat on a porch while returning home from work. A native of Wayne County, he graduated from Wittenberg College in 1870 and later practiced law and served in the Twentyeth district. He was famed as a prominent attorney amid the noted Tytgart divorce case.
Wellington May 7 The Republican caucus of the House of Representatives voted 16 to 21 to back commercial paper as a basis for extra circulation in emergencies. The action aligns with the Vineland bill but removes Mr Vreeland from the measure. A five member draft committee was appointed to prepare a new bill along Vreeland's general line, with report due at next Monday’s adjourned conference.
Yeater and Renfro from Henryville clashed on the Kestuel River near High Bridge after a dispute over whisky and poker. Henry Renfro shot James Henry three times, then attempted to escape the river. Henry had recently prepared a pistol with poisoned bullets for such a moment, claiming it would save him if the shot grazed the skin. The wounded man lay in a shanty near the river bottom as High Bridge.
Loulaville May 7 report from the Kentucky Republican state convention shows delegates awaiting credential committee reports after a long adjournment. The convention faces contests from nearly half of the 119 counties and reconvenes at 3 o'clock to continue a prolonged session for the national delegate selection.
In Louisville a frictional clash erupts as Patrbanks and Palc hunks factions contest the Fifth and Eleventh districts citing police intimidation and fraud. Taft slate appears to secure temporary control as session ends. An announced pardon of Caleb Powers and James Howard proves false.
Vienna May 7 Emperor William and rulers of about a dozen German states congratulated Emperor Franz Joseph on the sixtieth anniversary of his accession to the Austrian throne. The ceremony occurred at Schonbrunn palace and marked a resplendent royal gathering not seen since the Vienna Congress nearly a century ago.
Walter Seckel, indicted by the grand jury for disturbing a religious meeting at Lukens Chapel, was today arrested by Sheriff Drawn. The indictment remained pending until his arrest. Seckel admitted nine years of age to be released on $100 bond. Miss Goldie Artz of Ashland, is a guest of her aunt Mrs. W. H. Geiger of Seffner Avenue.
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