27 Nov 1908
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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1908
Page
1
In Chicago a prisoner Henman Bufek reacts to his mother's death with belief she wrote from Cleveland. Separate item from Washington quotes Speaker Champ Clark opposing tariffs, charging manufacturers and others use tricks to hide profits and alter books, while urging no surrender on tariffs.
Italian driver Wagner wins a dramatic auto derby in Turpin County. The race featured Mazaro the Italian holder of records, Heremy, and top contenders in a grueling, smoky course. Wagner’s ride, a Fiat No. 6, surged ahead amid mechanical troubles and crowd uproar to claim the trophy amid tense moments and a breathtaking finish.
An urgent appeal seeks civilized nations to help suppress atrocities in Guatemala attributed to a Cuban resident. The report notes Guatemalan turmoil, car races, and the performance of drivers Warner, Navarro, and De Pain, with records set in a tropical Savannah course and the Vardenbilt cup.
News from New York reports passengers and crew of the wrecked steamer Finance were cared for and attention focused on assigning responsibility. The Admiralty court will decide on claims by captains and pilots and others. Wreckers strive to identify the lost four bodies and place blame.
Fragmentary report notes a withdrawal of most troops after a long period of unrest linked to the night rider era. A detachments will remain for a time in Murray and Widlywiite as the broader drawdown proceeds by late November.
Mrs Harbara Billik, mother of Jeriritn Pu, the condemned Chicago murderer, died at her Cleveland home this morning. She had been mourning since her son’s conviction and received a final, pitiful letter from him on Wednesday.
Authorities say the probe into irregularities does not implicate Judge Michael Donnelly or former Superintendent Mitew. Winjeely’s role is cited as triggering the investigation. Judge Lemert to seek trustees to cure the company, with $600000 needed to clean up and restart. Chapman of Harker Front & Company in Toledo to be named trustee.
The agriculture department quarantines the entire state of Maryland over a foot and mouth disease outbreak. Secretary Wilson says the disease was brought in from Detroit via Buffalo.
Nov 27 reports say an attempt was made on the life of the Dowager Empress of Russia as she rode in a royal procession in Amsterdam. A would-be assassin reached the carriage, pulled a revolver, and was seized by a policeman before harm could come to the Empress or her attendants. The Empress appeared uninjured, a doctor was summoned to check her condition.
Toledo reports Frederick D. Prive, president and secretary of the Ohio German Fire Insurance Co., facing ouster proceedings in circuit court. The defendant Lemert and others are accused in a trial marked by transcription errors and alleged irregularities. The situation involves state authorities and a confidential confession offered to stenographers, with Prentice asserting regularities and falsifications.
Governor General Gtth hosted a reception for 2,000 fleet officers and admirals, with an outdoor program and heavy attendance. The Nov 27 event in Miata showcased hospitality for military leadership and officers of the fleet.
Chirag November 27. Attorney Rigby appears for the Ruedas government in the Thdovits extradition case. He produced a letter threatening the wife unless he dropped the case at the United commission hearing today.
Parle November 27 reports a fresh twist in the Stairhell Mauve murder mystery as Justice Bryand withdraws proceedings from Magistrate Roucard and orders detailed inquiries into Andre. Steinheil, accused of killing her husband and ex President Faure, endures solitary confinement amid efforts to force nourishment. Detective bureau chief M Hammard notes possible accomplices and a single mastermind.
News from Chicago reports Overseer Vol seeks a federal receivership to take control of Zion City with a $100000 fund. Plastered walls urge faithful to contribute to rescue Zion City from perceived worldly influence amid broader regional turmoil. In Hayti, President Nord Alexis rejects U.S. intervention and censors news as France is urged toward a Let Alone stance.
Lamphere found guilty of arson in the Gunness murder case and given an indeterminate two to 21 year term at Michigan City state prison. Judge Richter ordered the sentence after a swift verdict and noted the jury’s careful deliberation. Lamphere will be transported to begin his sentence today amid court security.
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