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Newspaper

Akron Daily Democrat

Location

Akron, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 18, 1901

Page

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Tragedy at Relrick's Glen Aids Escape From Marriage

Elmira New York April 18 Spl At Relrick's Glen near here Fred Wischer guard at the Bintra reformatory and his sweetheart Aunt Linberg were found dead side by side. Fischner shot the girl then killed himself. A letter on Fischner spoke of joint death and a plan to be buried in Rochester.

Elmira N. Y Relrick’s Glen Here Fred Wischer Bintra Reformatory Linberg Flechner Fischer Fischner New York State Reformatory Rochester Fred Fmck Anna Shamokin Natitle Janes Eaton

Head on collision kills brakeman in Cleveland yard crash

A northbound freight and a work train collided in W L B yards behind the Woolson Mills on Broadway Street. Brakeman William Thies of Cleveland died. engineer Barry Winzenbrech of Canton was badly injured and may die. Fireman J O Horman of Canton and another worker were hurt. many others shaken. Wreck caused by order mix up. track blocked for hundreds of feet.

Cleveland Broadway St Wm. Thies Bfarry Winzenbrech Canton J. O. Horman

Largest Mortgage on Chicago Newspaper Records

The Chicago Herald Co. owners of the Record-Herald filed the largest mortgage on a newspaper yesterday with the County Recorder. The loan for 8 600 000 is in favor of Verlin da Trust Savings Bank and secures 8 400 000 in bearing bonds issued by the Herald Co. The mortgage covers the leasehold and building, all machinery and fixtures, rents and profits, the Record Herald newspaper, business good will subscriptions and the News Association franchises.

Chicago County Recorder H. E. Kohisuat Chicago Herald Co Record-Herald Uerlinda Trust & Savings Bank Herald Co Instrumene Record Herald News Association

Two Men Return to Work at Woot Plant in McKeesport

Two men returned to work at 7 o'clock at the W. D. Woot plant of the American Sheet Steel Co in McKeesport to avert a strike. Strikers gathered at the mill entrance but disorder was avoided under police presence and labor leaders urged calm awaiting pay day April 27.

Mckeesport W. D. Woot American Sheet Steel Co Doulde Amalgamated

Two Camden Women Attempt Suicide Over Grief and Alcohol

In Camden New Jersey on April 18 two women discussed their woes and resolved to die together. Mrs Mary Maginnis took morphine just after midnight but survived after a doctor was summoned. Mrs Margaret Baird also took em obtain? em (em- but text shows em bolic acid) and was hospitalized with poor prospects for recovery.

Camden N. J Iquor Mary Maginnis Margaret Baird

Crew of Meek suffer heavy damage in violent storm

Honolulu scribe reports a fierce gale aboard the Meek where four crew members were hurt as boilers broke free and the vessel listed, with decks and rails spranged amid the heavy seas. Lifelines and fittings were torn loose as the ship pitched and rolled.

G. Allen Honolulu Ce Sett During Etuilis

Sieber Denies Campaigning Says Primary Election Out of Question

Hon Geo W Sieber objects to campaign talk and rejects a primary for selecting senatorial delegates. Clint W Kline agrees on a uniform plan by county conventions, calling a primary impracticable and noting costs around 2300 dollars. Both cite Gurfield corrupt practices law as a concern.

Geo. W. Sieber Ouy Sleber Siebar Galds

St Pauls Chapter of Brotherhood Meets at Church

St Pauls Chapter of the Brotherhood of St Andrew met at St Pauls Church on Wednesday evening. Mr Jonathan Taylor read selections from Browning and Kipling and a special music program was directed by Prof Alexander Barr.

St. Paul's The Brotherhood of St. Andrew St. Paul's Charch Jonathan Taylor Browning Kipling Alexander Barr

Ear Bitten Off in Cable Car Assault

Chicago April 1 8 The Halsted St cable car conductor McGonaghie was attacked by a stranger who demanded a transfer. When refused the passenger bit off the conductor’s ear and the assailant fled as police search for him.

Chicago

Drowned Three Olcott Men After Sailboat Upset

In Lake Ontario near Olcott New York, three young men Frank Alton age 22 William Thompson age 22 and Benjamin Len Brook age 18 drowned when their small sailboat capsized in a brisk wind. They were fishing for sturgeon when the boat overturned about one mile from shore and cries for help were heard from a nearby hut but rescue arrived too late.

Rochester N. Y Olcott Lake Ontario Olcot Frank Alton William Thompson Kenjamin Len Broock

Judge rules in favor of Salt Company in $25000 injury suit

Attorney EB F. Voria returned from Medion county where he defended Mr. Derhimmer in a $25,000 damage suit against the Obio Salt Company. Derhimmer was injured by a falling scaffold at the plant. the court found negligence not proven and the verdict favored the defendant. The case was heard in Judge Haydlen's court. Derhimmer, of Wordeworth, remains crippled for life according to his statement.

EB. F. Voria Medion County Bis Derhamner Obio Salt Company Derhimmer Salt Company Haydlen Derhammer Wordeworth

Stolen horse found in Cleveland. thief unknown

Mr. T. F. Thompson reported a horse and bogey stolen from North Main Street Tuesday night. They were found in Cleveland Wednesday afternoon by local police, who had been notified. Thompson bought the officers cigars and pursued his property, with no trace of the thief yet.

T. F. Thompson North Mainst Cleveland Mr. Thompson

Fire wipes out Rochester plant and 50 freight cars

The New York Central car works at Rochester was destroyed by a midnight fire. Seven buildings were ruined and about 50 freight cars on sidings were also incinerated. Loss estimated at 800000 dollars.

New York Central Car Works Rochester N. Y

Akron Motor Vehicle Co seeks plant move to Niles

Mr. F. E. Smith of the Akron Motor Vehicle Co met the Niles Board of Trade on Wednesday as it pursues relocating the plant from Akron to Niles. The company named terms for the transfer and the board aims to raise funds to make the deal possible.

F. E. Smith Akron Motor Vehicle Co Niles Board of Trade Niles Board Fundy

South African Republic general to appeal U.S. shipment ruling

General Samuel Pearson arrives to appeal in federal court over the shipment of horses to the Transvaal. The appeal will be sent to President McKinley. Fearion's wife and seven children are prisoners of war at Bar Devton in the western district of the Hoeputilic.

Hirt Worth Samuel Pearson South African Republic Ransvaal Powrann Presilene MckKinley Flay Fearion Bar Devton Vaistern

Murdered by Unknown Man Near Canton

Andrew Miller, a wealthy bachelor and farmer, was attacked early this morning by an unknown masked assailant. Miller was shot three times and chased by the assailant until exhausted. Bloodhounds are tracking the suspect. Miller is in serious condition.

Miller Hove

Populists and Republicans clash over mayor's clerk race

Mr Dennis M Collins denies being a mayor's clerk candidate as Populists gain support and Familia Judge Anderson appears eager to help them. He accuses Republican loyalists who defected to the Populists of seeking a return to the old party, claiming Judge Anderson fosters the shift.

Dennis M. Collins Lam Colling

Fire sweeps Mayville business district

Fire destroyed the jail church theater and several business blocks in Mayville causing about 100000 dollars in losses. Panic spread among prisoners as guards tried to remove introns to safety. The blaze also affected surrounding areas and prompted searches for the cause and extent.

Mayville N. C

Sudden Death of Gen Andrew Anderson at Soldiers' Home

General Andrew Anderson, a Civil War veteran and commander at the Soldiers' Home, collapsed and died this morning from heart disease. The report notes his age and honors, while a separate account promotes a renowned theatrical reproduction by a village in Oberammergau, including Prof Merrie and a lecture with panoramic views. The piece invites public attendance to see and hear the village play and its renewed performance.

Sandusky Andrew Anderson Limeell

Floods Flood New Orleans City After Heaviest Rainstorm

New Orleans was inundated by the heaviest rainfall in over a year. By 11 pm the city streets were one to two feet underwater and hundreds sought shelter at theater entrances and along Canal Street as waters subsided after midnight.

New Orleans Canal Street

Valuable shell collection donated to Buchtel College

A collection of freshwater shells from Summit county and many fox shells from a cottage were presented to Buchtel College by Miss Grave Watkins of North Hu.

Buehtel College Summit County Buehtel, College

Akron District M D Conference Epworth Leauge Cabinet Meet

The Akron district group met in Kant and decided to hold the district meeting in Rgyenw on June 25 and 26.

Akron M. D Epworth League Kant Rgyenw

Hobson Reports For Duty In Washington April 1

Captain R P Hobson, hero of the Mer ships, reported to Admiral Bowie for special duty in the bureau of construction and repair. He is nearly recovered from his recent illness and will make this his home while on duty.

Washington R. P. Hobson Admiral Bowie Bureau of Construction and Repair Hobson Ness

Reformers Attend Mountain Anniversary Celebrations

Twenty five members of Superior Fountain True Reformers traveled to Wadsworth Wednesday evening to take part in the Mountain of that pltoy Tavt Pion's orchestra accompanying the party.

Superior Fountain Reformers Wadsworth Pltoy Tavt Pion

War Rumor Reports Threat to Millcreek Valley Rail Line

A partial report claims Millcreek Valley Migatrle Street Railroad Co won a permit to enter Mainiltou amid a rumored conflict between the Southern Ohio Pravtion Gay and an opposing faction. Details are sparse and unconfirmed.

Millcreek

Palace Fire Endangers Count Von Waldersee in Peking

A Chinese capital fire consumed the Imperial palace housing Med Marshal Count Von Waldersee and his Moscow troops chief of staff Major General Schwartzkopf. The blaze started in Major Laurenstein’s residence and spread to the asbestos house he had brought from Germany. Waldersee escaped through a window. Schwartzkopf is believed dead after reentering the burning building. Arson is suspected with unknown casualties.

Rerup Peking Imperial Count von Waldersee China Laurenstein Alent Germany Schwartzkopf Stad

New Plants Hint at Industry Boom Near Kepler Farm

Mr. C. C. Barber told a Democrat reporter that a railroad switch to the Kepler farm would spur several new industries. He noted it is not definite whether the Burlington Malted Food plant will move to Barberton, a decision due soon.

C. C. Barber The Democrat Kepler Farm Burlington Barberton

Entertainment win at South Hod club house event

Pupils of Miss Mary A Chamas earned an entertainment win at the South Hod Athletic club house Wednesday evening. The program consisted of vocal and instrumental selections with Mr Londicks performing bass solos. A large crowd was present.

South Hod Athletic Club Mary A.chamas

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