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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1908
Page
8
The advert extols Kleinmaiers hand sewn garments not found in sensational bar gain or catch penny sales. It credits careful hand work and perfect machine work for shape keeping, saying suits look new after wear and retain their form. It stresses interior trimmings and workmanship as the secret.
A town service board delayed action citing uncertain funding as residents and officials weigh whether the appropriation is available. They discussed the garbage disposal plant repairs and other near term needs but no firm plan emerged due to doubts about money. The board aims to act economically but awaits confirmed funds before paying bills.
The Servier Board contemplates extensive drainage work and a number of bills were approved at a Tuesday meeting. Circumstances surrounding the board are not fully analyzed, and financial conditions in the city are a concern. Member Is siely wan absent during adjournment.
Advertising note for a Thursday concert at Grand Opera House offers tickets at 50 cents. Mentions Creme-Chocolate product and milk usage. dated 5 13 21. Includes unclear phrasing but conveys a cheap show and beverage pairing.
Officers from city Sunday Schools met at the YMCA to plan dedicating public parks. The board of public service will allow the dedication and a mass picnic is proposed. A meeting of all officers is set for next Tuesday May 19 to gather opinions and report outcomes. Tickets show 50c with no reserve fee for Baker’s Band Concert.
Police arrest a youth suspected of planning a fishing trip to the city. several teens face mayor in court after smashing a window and entering a grocery at George Street. Officers pursue the group but fail to catch them. Other cases include theft, drunkenness, and intimidation near Olney Avenue school. authorities warn against cruelty to dogs and sentence a minor offender. Local arrests also involve J. Buzzard and Emery Hurley with mental health considerations noted.
Knights of Pythias events fill county lodge calendar. Canby Lodge No. 61 adjourned with U R K of P visit. Prospect delegation led by K of P band performed and served elaborate supper. Royal Arch Degrees granted at Marion Chapter No. 62. Baker Band Concert with Prof. Berryman set for Thursday night.
A wreck on the Big Four near Tongville leads to a new rule requiring passengers to show tickets. Freight No 41 derailed due to a broken journal, damaging tracks and cars and delaying service toward Lima. A Pennsylvania line cruise and locomotive engineers convention in Columbus is noted, with emphasis on trespass prevention and safety measures.
Queen Esther circle will hold its regular monthly meeting at Miss Nellie Bain's Windsor street home Thursday evening. The program includes devotional exercises a paper on Japanese in San Francisco by Mamie Fletcher a talk on Mormons by Rev D W Hatley a duet Carmen Brow and above Seifert talk on Ellis Island by Laura Bowen.
William Hoover, one of the county's oldest residents, died at 6 a.m. Wednesday at his daughter Mrs LeRoy Benedict's home in Prospect after a week with double pneumonia. Survived by four daughters and two sons, the body was to be taken to Prospect for funeral services at the Methodist church Friday morning with J J officiating. interment in Prospect Cemetery.
Fifty dress fabrics including Jamentown suitings and Priestley Mohairs are offered as the season’s best bargains. Import Velvets in plaids and checks showcase fast colors at twenty nine cents. Hot weather fabrics feature fine organies and dotted lawns at half price.
Afforded by Physical Director Douthitt, the second annual Association field day is set for Saturday afternoon at the fairgrounds under Y M C A supervision. Prizes donated by local firms. no contestant can win more than one prize. Winners in other events may shift to second place prize. Lists many donated items and names of sponsoring businesses.
A second number on the Ealer band concert bill is set for May 14 with ticket details and venue to be announced. The event highlights the Ealer band's musical program and community engagement.
Democratic voters of Precinct will be notified that a congressional caucus to reject one delegate and one alternate will be held by Friday evening May 1 1908 between 7 and 6 oclock at the grocery store room of Charles M Mealy on South Prospect Street. Charles Gilbert, 4 List Committee man.
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