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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1908
Page
4
Bonneta rises at 7:17 with dawn at 4:29. Moon rises at 8:45 P M and reaches greatest vibration west, marking notable celestial timing for observers tonight.
Prey Supreme Court Clerk C Larason of Licking, Food Commissioner David Kley of Ashland, Board of Public Works John A. States of Allen, School Commissioner Toln A. Aledowell of Holi, Delegate-at-Large John L. Johnson of Cuyahoga, Thomas of Clark, W. Manly, Presidential Electors John J. Lentz of Franklin, B A Hosking of Angialze are named in a fragmented slate of roles and electors.
The piece surveys Taft, Bryan, Johnson, and Wall Street influence, noting Democratic hopes in Minnesota and the West while Republicans face tariff debates. It discusses editorial stances on wood pulp and print paper, labor revolts, and the chance of Johnson challenging Bryan for the Democratic nomination. Memorial Day reflections honor fallen soldiers and veterans.
Gloucester Mass May 27 The schooner Fame from this port was run down early today off the Maine coast by the Boston steamer of the Pominton Atlantc line. Thirteen crew members were drowned. The Fame carried nineteen aboard. Four men were in a dory when collision happened. John Clark a waterman and the steward were the only survivors. The four in the dory will likely be rescued.
May 21 report states detectives pursue dynamiters following a blast that wrecked new homes of James J. Gallagher former Board of Supervisors president and key prosecution witness. Explosion shook the neighborhood but no injuries reported as investigators search for suspects connected to the graft case.
In New York on May 27 a dramatic trial scene unfolded in Jersey City as witnesses described encounters with Theodore Whitmore surrounding the December murder of his wife. Frank J. May testified he saw a man call another “cheap skate” after refusing to pay a fare, and Whitmore’s defense cited his presence in the crowd. Witnesses including Mrs. Susan Salter and Mrs. Desale Schmitter offered testimonies about Christmas references and letters allegedly linked to Whitmore. Other witnesses, court stenographer John J. Sullivan and waiter Walter McDonnell, placed Whitmore near Jersey City and a New York restaurant around the time the victim’s body was found.
A tornado struck near Ali Oklshomm today killing four people including Peter Rudy and his wife and two children. The Rudy home was destroyed and occupants crushed. Other farm houses were wrecked and crops destroyed. several injured.
Springfeld May 27 Mrs Della Riman of Pindlay arrived at the Pythian home in time to see her son Bart alive but died moments later. The report notes the heartbreaking delay and the boy's fate as authorities investigate the circumstances.
A 15 year old youth died following paralysis of the heart caused by quinsy. The death ends a brief illness and reflects the dangers of throat infections in youths during the period.
May corn in Chicago rose 4 1 4 cents from a low, closing 4 1 8 cents above yesterday as traders believed settlements with the Patten group covered most May deliveries for several days. The May corn corner is described as a tight situation within the market.
Opening trading today saw May corn rise from 73 1 8 to 78 7 8 cents as buyers depleted scarce supplies. Brokers shouted bids in a frenzied pit, but execution remained brisk with the May contract closing at 78 7 8 cents after a rapid climb.
Lester Thiel, 18, shot at and wounded Iva Hookstetter near her home after seeking a ride with Jim. Believing his sweetheart was killed, Thiel fled into the woods and fatally shot himself. Police recovered the body and investigated the shooting near Millersburg Ohio on May 27.
An advertisement from West Baden Springs promotes the Colonial Country Club Hotel with annual operation, Ameri can Plan rates 260 to 3.00 per day, and private baths. It invites visitors to drink the springs water for curing kidney liver and stomach ailments and nervous complaints, with a home treatment option sending six gallons of mineral water for a $2.00 fee and physician guidance.
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