09 Sep 1907
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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1907
Page
1
Berlin reports that over 100000 troops begin ammunition maneuvers near Hanover with an elaborate plan west of Munster and Dortmund. The Kaiser camps in portable asbestos hut headquarters and observes operations at dawn, while stern discipline and strict retirements mark the German army practice.
The Sept United States coverage on the New York slush fund alleged during the last national campaign draws interest in Washington. Citizens await Chairman Cortelyou to detail his stewardship while Republicans and Democrats seek clarity on who funded the 260000 pool. The public notes that contributors include recently labeled wealth, yet sees no setup for criminal action tied to the campaign fund.
Secretary of War Taft replies to William J Bryan during two speeches in Olympia and Tacoma drawing crowds of about ten thousand. He defends tariff revision timing and criticizes Bryan for political maneuvering on gold silver, imperialism and the Paris treaty, labeling Bryan’s stance evasive.
In Boonville Indiana on September 9 a Kentucky pair eloped after a breakfast meeting on a Lexas train. E Mack ey io, linked to Jennings Bryan, married widow Mrs Wrank Carder in Hawesville then vanished after a piano tin appointment in Can nelton. Mrs Mack, a young widow, seeks her missing groom and awaits news.
In Bloomington Minnesota September 9 a mustache dispute splits a German Apostolic Christian church. One faction backs an upper lip style while the other argues a mustache can lead to heaven just as well as a clean shave. The young challenge the elders to cite scripture for a ban.
In Cleveland on September 9 Mrs Charlotte Phillipa was charged with second degree murder in the death of coal man J J Phillips. She was taken to the town hall in an invalid carriage, bonded at seven dollars fifty cents, and returned home with guards removed. Police provided carriage transport to the hall. New evidence deemed crucial by the county prosecutor emerged Monday afternoon.
On Sunday afternoon Decata F. W. and fellow evangelists preached on hell as worshipers prayed and listened. A questioned tone from some members contrasted with others seeking guidance and prayer for a friend named Bam P. Jones, who had recently died.
Fragmentary dispatches describe a massacre and mention a missionary named Mike traveling from Bellefontal to Soren with ties to Korean soldiers and discussions about military actions. The text references the Mikado era and world affairs, but details are unclear due to the damaged OCR.
Eyewitness account describes chaos as Japanese forces raid barracks, seize weapons from Korean soldiers, and compel surrender. A soldier reportedly ended his life rather than yield after vain resistance, while locals recount bitter emotions and disruptive pillage during the invasion.
Oyster Bay Sept 9 Secretary Loeb denied President Roosevelt planned to speak in Cleveland to back Congressman Burton for mayor. He said the president’s Canton address would be his only Ohio speech.
A Savannah man, penniless upon arriving, swears vengeance for the murder of his aunt and three children in Nicholas Andereas. He showed Savannnah Greeks a letter from his homeland describing the killings. The Macedonian Society will fund his trip to New York to reach the country where he plans to carry out vengeance.
Vancouver report says the trial of rioters from Sunday’s anti Japanese plots may provoke renewed unrest. Japanese envoy K Jebil arrived in Vancouver demanding an apology from Mayor Bethune for damages to Japanese property. Bethune vows not to pay but may apologize. police faced no aid as Japanese residents stood firm.
Cincinnati dispatch says Melville HB Engally a Democratic candidate for the United States Senate in Ohio discussed the race with close advisors that week and decided to leave the naming to them. They advised him to run and he will proceed under current plans.
President commuted the two year sentence of Judge James L. Bradford of New Orleans for land grafting. He will be released October 20 after serving two months. Bradford must return over a thousand acres of land in Louisiana and pay a $5,000 fine to receive executive clemency.
In Columbus Ohio a man identified as James Pugh twenty seven, a marble cutter by trade, was found dead in a box car near Dwight Illinois. A bottle was found by his side and clothing bore the label of a south High street tailor Megelhethor. Police located his family after tracing the label. Parents reside in Cincinnati.
London reports King Edward returning to the capital weakened by fatigue from royal duties and the Marienbad cure. Sources note his strength fades, though he plans to attend Doncaster races next week. At Rufford Abbey and other residences he is attended by aides and ceremonial guards in strict etiquette.
Spokane readers report the state wide anti cigarette law in effect bans over the counter sales. Smokers flock to nearby states for supplies as dealers stock up before enforcement. Early estimates show substantial local spending on cigarettes before the law clamps down.
Treasury agents scour New York for evidence to arrest a famed socialite linked to a $10,000 shipment of Paris gowns and hats. Twenty women face possible custody as officials uncover a broader scheme to import luxury goods duty free worth at least $900,000, with a syndicate suspected behind the operation. An anonymous letter hints at quitting business if continued undercutting persists.
In Akron Ohio divers recovered the bodies of May Adking twenty of Cleves land Ina Reifanider twenty one of Akron and Charles Holloway of Akron who lost their lives when a canoe capsized last night all three were identified by local authorities and families noted.
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