This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
The Perrysburg Journal
Location
Perrysburg, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1907
Page
2
A wide review of global events notes Congress in session at Keane amid financial debates. Reports include gas plant explosions in Ogden Center Michigan, a bathtub death in New York, typhoid in a congressman, Taft's Kremlin visit, and multiple accidents and crimes across the United States. The summary lists political figures, disasters, and notable societal happenings with dates and places.
Chelsea Savings Bank in Chelsea Michigan failed to open amid a murky financial tangle involving State Treasurer Frank F. Glazier. State officials assured depositors protection with bonds. Five Detroit banks urged a receiver for Glazier Stove Co to shield about 600000 in paper, preventing a run on Glazier’s bank.
London report: Tommy Burns of America knocked out Gunner Moir of England in the tenth round at the National Sporting Club. Burns secured the world heavyweight title as Moir faded after the fifth round and failed to rise at the bell.
During a blinding snow storm, the Canadian Pacific Railway steamship Mount Temple bound from Antwerp to St John New Brunswick with 600 passengers struck La Have ledges 16 miles south of Lunenburg and may be a total loss. Passengers are being transferred to Bridgewater by small steamers and tugs amid great excitement aboard.
The monthly circulation statement shows close of business November 80 with total outstanding circulation at 656,218,196 dollars, up 46,287,720 for the month. Circulation based on United States bonds stands at 11,156,008 dollars, up 47,428,894 for the month and 93,174,661 for the year.
The 66th Congress convened with Hon. Joseph G. Cannon reelected as Speaker. The House adopted the previous congress rules. The Senate met briefly while new members were sworn in, signaling the start of the session in Washington.
Peter Vogel killed his wife during Sunday night in their Brooklyn home then shot himself. Police found both bodies Monday, ending five years of unhappy marriage and a fatal domestic tragedy in New York.
A fire swept the Paint shop at the Pullman Co plant here, burning in under an hour. Twenty one Pullman cars were destroyed and the blaze caused extensive damage to surrounding facilities. Fire crews battled the flames though containment proved difficult in the night.
Probate filing outlines life bequests from Mia Larey M Backus with $50,000 to Franklin T Backus Law School at Western Reserve University and $10,000 previously sold. Other beneficiaries include Old Stone Church, Wickliffe Nurses Association, Rainbow Cottage, Hiram C. Haylen, and 26 relatives. One third of residue goes to Lakeside Hospital, one third to the YWCA Cleveland, one sixth to Cleveland Homeopathic College, and one sixth to Cleveland M C A.
Charles Abrams of Boston Massachusetts was detained at the U S recruiting station in Columbus on charges of impersonating an army officer. He wore uniform to gain access and claimed to be a cavalry and then infantry officer, saying he did so to secure material for a magazine story and special consideration.
The Ohio Industrial union restorative committee met in Columbus to draft bills for new safeguards for miners. Chairman G. W. Savage reported eighty three mining deaths in seven months, with seven from defective insulation of electric wires. Workers decry insufficient protections as electric power grows in mining operations.
James Condron chairman of the Hamilton County Democratic Executive Committee and labor leader dies in Cincinnati hospital from pneumonia after injuries from an attack a week earlier. He claimed he did not know the assailants and had no memory of the assault. He had sought recovery to reveal the case.
Meyer and Dora Feinstein faced trial before Justice Hanousek accused of attempting to burn their Scovill Avenue business. Deputy Fire Marshal Brockman swore the warrant. Firemen testified fires began at three places when the couple were away, prompting the alarm weeks earlier.
Washington December 3 The estimated appropriations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1909, include Ohio projects such as public buildings in Cleveland 51428 Columbus 100000 East Liverpool 10000 Hamilton 40000 Marion 20000 Cleveland harbor improvements 700000 Ohio river improvements below Pittsburgh 230100 Bandusky harbor 115000 Ohio river dais 580000.
John B. Obermyer, inventor of the safes time lock, dies at his home west of Zanesville, Ohio. Once Perry county treasurer, he equipped the vault with his device, but thefts kept him from patenting it and his fortune. He was a prominent farmer and stock raiser. A separate Dayton murder at a christening ends with Dominick Aldo at large after fatally shooting Alphonse Ross. a confrontation leads to Ross sustaining brain trauma from bullets.
Columbus Ohio December report says State Insurance Commissioner A L Vorys tendered his resignation effective December 16. Governor names Judge C C Lemert of Haydn county as executive clerk to succeed him, with Vorys set to join Taft's campaign. Civil War veteran Aaron Levison, 74, attempted suicide by shooting himself on Scorill Avenue. death believed fatal.
A sturdy Vegetarian Society speaker argues meatless living would greatly improve public health and weaken the beef trust. He extols walking four or five miles after work and Sunday hikes, insisting meat is not essential for strength. He cites animals’ speed and endurance, noting grass eaters thrive, while athletes once thrived on grains.
A Kentucky man on a street in Louisville suburb encountered a cat gazing at a hidden object. He approached. the cat showed distress as a large black snake, about four feet long, coiled and moving, allegedly charmed the feline. He drove off the snake and killed the reptile with a stick.
In a brief exchange, Mra Tartleigh asks a sharp question about meeting husbands in heaven. Muchwedde retorts that she is rude, while Mra asserts her belief she will go to Heaven after death. The humored dialogue reflects social flirtation and cheeky banter.
The Milwaukes Sentinel quotes a playful exchange about poker hobby and mood. A speaker comments they are more enthusiastic when winning, while the other notes mixed feelings about the game. The snippet captures casual banter and attitudes toward gambling.
New York markets show mixed grain and livestock prices with No 2 red wheat around 1.02 and corn at 68 while oats around 64 to 40. Cleveland reports patent flour at 6.25 and butter at 29. Potatoes and hay vary by region with cattle and sheep prices noted, including best wethers around 5 to 6 and lambs near 6.25. Toledo Buffalo and Pittsburgh listings follow with cash prices for corn oats and seeds.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.