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Akron Daily Democrat

Location

Akron, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1902

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Claims Uncle Sam Pressures Venezuela Debt Settlement

Birmingham December 16 The Post reports the United States government has recently offered to price funds to the President of Venezuela to discharge debts to England Germany France and Italy, aiming to secure a peaceful and honorable settlement for Venezuela.

Birmingham Wag United States Castro Venexuela Engeland Germany France Italy Venezuela

Germany to Hoe Her Own Row in Arbitration Call

London readers report strong public sentiment against coercion of Venezuela. The Evening Star editorial by Joe Gay urges arbitration as a path to resolve the dispute. The piece notes reluctance to accept arbitration until Ministers are paid, then Germany may settle its own vow and extricate its commitments.

London Joe Gay

No Attempt to Arbitrate in Venezuelan Dispute

London debates Venezuela matter as Parliamentary Secretary Lor Cranberry states Great Britain made no move to refer the dispute to arbitration. Lawmakers pressed for clarity amid ongoing questions in the House of Commons.

London House of Commons Lor Cranbery Forigh Affairs Great Britain

Italy May Do Something Amid Venezuela Tense Talks

Caracas reports growing tension as Venezuela faces possible actions following Cuba's Castro and Haiti Minister Elvas. The demand process remains non ultimatum like but could harden stance and affect regional climate.

Blockade Measure Could Be Extended in Europe

London reports Sec. 1A discussions on extending the blockade while Berlin debates routes. The Bundesiath may request harsher sanctions on a broader blockade affecting Vetes guela. Meanwhile all employees of Muerte Cabello Valenciat and Carica Las Guayra railroads are listed for sale.

London Berlin Bundesiath Vetes Guela Muerte Cabello Valenciat Carica Las Guayra

Foreign policy notes on Venezuela and British actions

In London today the Foreign Secretary said Germany would block Venezuelan ports but Britain would land forces to occupy Venezuela. Paris reports English fortifications around San Pelle in the environs as part of the tension.

London Holme of Lords Lord Landsdowne Adains Germany Paris San Pelle

48 Feet Across County Line

A report from Starke County notes John Young was arrested for stealing freight from a car near New Berlin. The case involved jurisdiction questions as the crime occurred 88 feet inside Summit County. Young will be arrested and brought to Algon for trial. Bond was set. Justice Ese ordered jail time.

Starke Conris John Young New Berlin Lia Wan Baltimore Ohio Railroad Young Canton Summit County Alkvon Telat

General Ja to Declare Candidacy for Governor

Belief grows that Gen. Dick Ja will announce candidacy for governor after a long conference with Senator Invi. Sources say he has been inclined to encourage rather than discourage this possible bid.

Dick Ja Invi Hne

First Strike Commission Awards Signals Reform in Silk Mills

Scranton Dec 16 The Strike Commission issued its first award urging law enforcement of child and women labor bans at night in silk mills. Justice Gray noted no intent to censure the stints but pressed for legal restrictions, revealing fathers’ earnings from $0 to $1100 annually and prompting loud reactions from Flo over operators’ state earnings.

Scranton Tistlee Clrny Mile Juatloe Gray Fle

Right Of Council Questioned In Akron Injunction Suit

An injunction case heard in Common Pleas court involves T V Halfway Co suing the City of Akron. The dispute centers on the extension of Prune Street and the city’s alleged abandonment of Factory Street, with Goodyear and Rubber Co contributing to bridge work and roadway expenses.

ATL Weber Common Pleas Court T, & V, Halfway Co Akron Ius Goodyear ‘Dre Goodyear Ty Yay & Cortoin Factory St

City Council Adopts High Board Salaries in Canton

Canton Ohio council votes to pay top salaries under the municipal code to the Board of Public Service and Board of Safety, raising the mayor’s salary to 2500 dollars per year, 1500 more than current pay, reflecting Trade Union influence on council policy.

Canton Connel Board of Public Service Board of Safety Counell

F Eckart Buys Out Englehart in Local Firm Change

Dissolution confirms F Eckart purchasing Englehart stake in Fagiehart and Eckart. The plumbing tire was resolved Monday afternoon and will operate under W OW, Mwkart, with Hinge of Ste J, 4% Hogletmrt. The deal ends years of failing business tied to McKinley Hotel Canton.

Fagiehart & Eckart W. OW Mwkart Ste J McKinley Hotel Canton

Akron Belt Line Railway Franchise Granted After Yearlong Battle

The Akron and Barberton Belt Line Railway Company won final approval after a lengthy fight. At a recent meeting HB. E Andrews represented the company while George W. Grouse and J. Milne urged passage. Senators and manufacturers supported the belt line to improve shipping for Akron and Barberton, with officials noting potential factory sites along the route.

Akron &1 Barberton Belt Line Railway Florney HB. E Andrews George W. Grouse J. ©. Milne Ite Parsige Akron Barberton Alen Crone Aton Joe Attics Otto Sawyer RIPON Mielec Herdinaice

Weet Salem Oil Co Formed for Loch Field Drilling

The Weet Salem Oil Co an Akron capital group is formed to drill in Loch field near Lavt where existing wells operate. Incorporators include Trevid Kesler Willi Wolf Jobe Younes B S Day and William Wi Ham. The venture aims to develop the property loaned to by it.

Weet Salem O Co Mae Apt Akron Baw Tien, Incorporated Trin Messrs Trevid Kesler Willi Wolf Jobe Younes Day William Wi Hams Lavt

Death of Samuel Montz the Cause Old Age

Samuel Montz died from old age at Akron after residence in Une Twitye. He leaves two children and a widow. burial planned in Union town with services to be held serenely at home. Frank Barre Soule notes the family’s long residence and seeks orderly interment arrangements.

Mr. Barre Akron Une Twitye Childrens Akeoo Runvive Rima Unio

Movement to form a City Real Estate Exchange

A movement and several meetings aim to organize a Real Estate Exchange in the city. Audh leads the real estate men toward likely quick organization, with Teds predicting an effort to complete it soon. The goal is a more uniform, harmonious, and protected business across real estate concerns. Members praise the plan but withheld detailed formation.

Cty Audh St Ip Teds Oneminy Thone Tomde

Disgusted Special Correspondence Arrests Involving Animals

Barberton and Clinton area cases report Dee Barberton Brettenstein alleged to trade horses and kill a horse left at a Blacksmith shop. Home Society of Barberton sanctioned the burial. Brettenstein denied charges while another man faced counts from alleged heelerian theft and stock offenses. Case details reference animal cruelty and fattening livestock between Barberton and Clinton.

Barberton Dee Iki Brettenstein Clinton Tom Chiton

Dropped Files Elude Krupp Accusations in Germany

Berlin reports the attorney general dropped charges against Verwaerts and other papers that accused Krupp of excesses. The action followed a note that Krupp’s widow faced a trip and sympathy letters suggested the Baron's name required no further clarification in the eyes of the German people.

Berlin Verwaerts Krupp Foo i

Death of Harry N Dunbar Follows Sudden Illness

The funeral for Harry N Dunbar son of Mr and Mrs W N Dunbar of 2 Carroll St will be Thursday at 130 pm at the Congregational Church in Tall Monde. A brief residence service at 1pm will be led by Rev Edward G Mass of the First Universitetabinet. Dunbar was 21, died suddenly of typhoid fever and was described as a talented musician and promising young man.

Harry N. Dunbar W. Newton Dunbar Carroll St Tallmonde Timm Edward G. Mass Universitetabinet Dutta

The Akronions Prepare for Home Talent Benefit

The Akronians, a 160 person Akron cast, rehearse for the Arvt locm! presentation at the Colonial on Dee BO and 31. Composer Mr. Tavis and assistants stage the show with rousing settings and stage effects. Proceeds will be donated to Spen City hospital as Akron awaits the performance.

Spen City Hospital Akron

Charity concert nets $18.85 for Uncle Joe Kendall

Great Western Band concert proceeds for charity totaled $18.85 on Sunday. The event was less profitable than prior ones which each netted $25, bringing overall donations to $68.85 for Christ. Uncle Joe Kendall will apply the funds to other charitable gifts.

Great Western Band Uncle Joe" Kendall Unclé Joe Christ. Noe

County to buy horses sparks ad bid debate

Letter to the Democrat editor claims city commissioners may purchase horses and contract a stablemen in Perryville. The writer urges public advertising for bids at about 250 dollars per horse, noting Akron horsemen ready to supply. Strong entities include Perrysville and Akron horsemen.

The Democrat Ity Perrysille

Silk Robbery at Fort Worth Store Sparks Skylight Entry

Robbers entered the Fale department store in Fort Worth overnight through a skylight and stole every bolt of silk valued at 1000 dollars. Police investigate the bold burglary as a major loss to the retailer.

Fort Worth Tex Dee Fale Department

Weather outlook: rain or snow may arrive midweek

The forecast indicates rain or snow likely on Wednesday followed by colder temperatures. Accumulation chances vary by location, with wet driving conditions possible. Stay tuned for updates as systems develop and temperatures drop later in the week.

Commissioners on the Stand Among Prisoners

An Ohio court session features witnesses and petitions in a case involving city officials and the Akron Youngstown matter. The proceedings discuss constitutional questions and petitions for a Gordey rest from penalties, while a separate streetcar incident leaves a man missing and later found under restraint in a residence.

New Boards Signal Change in City Government

As the new municipal government readies for installation signs of change appear in Coun. Gi. Piret’s affairs with the appointment of redistricting panels and Kulartog committees. At last night’s council meeting resolutions to abolish the Department of Public We Service and the Department of Public We Safety were read and passed. The Board of Service will have three members and the Board of Safety two.

Earer Unnge Coun Piret Kulartog Wells Department of Pub- We Service Department of Pub- We Safety Mens Berm Board of Safety

Divorces Granted in Local Court

Martin Melor granted divorce from Maggie Melor in Conman Plows court. In the divorce motion by George H Devitt against Caroline Devitt, report of Helver G Forest Pivertone confirmed and a divorce granted.

Martin Melor Maggie Melor Conman Plows Court George H. Devitt Caroline Devitt Helver

Tracy Richards Wedding Noted in Barberton

Special correspondence from Barberton reports the marriage of J W Traey son of BF Traey and Stolle Richards of Kent. The couple were wed Monday evening at 5 o clock in Barberton then left for Winter Haven Florida after the ceremony.

Barberton J. W. Traey BF. Traey Stolle Richards Kent Winter Haven

Pullman Car Co Strikes Loom Over Shorter Hours

Eight thousand workers in a Pullman Car Co plant are preparing to strike to demand shorter hours and a Sunday work limit. Supervisors and workers have refused to report for Sunday duties as the company has not recognized the union. Management contemplates wage proposals and a possible settlement geared to a slight advance, to be submitted for company consideration.

Pullman Pal Ay Pulluaio Sodining

Scarcity Special Correspondents Harberton Firewood Trade

Scarcity reports describe a situation at Harberton where a constant supply of coal is scarce, affecting hospitality and wood management. The narrative notes supply delays, high demand, and the impact on guests, with a cheerful but strained tone among workers and hosts.

Harberton Dee Baeberton Bn

Half Century Man Anfistie T teownlen Dies in Wehohe

Anfistie T teownlen died Monday at Wehohe on Brownless pace after four weeks illness from gaiumnonia. He served in Company A during the war. Survived by wife, a Buck Tey Post member in GA, two daughters Mrs. Henry Jaxper of Philadelphia and Mrs. Maud And Alice Browntess, and two sons Carlton and Arthur Brownfens.

Anfistie Agen Wehohe Gaiumnonia Akon Sith Buck Brownlens Henry Jaxper Philadelphia Maud Aliee Browntess Ris Iy Carlton Arthur Brownfens Kiryive Punerd

Fancy work that pays in Belvidere Illinois

Lise Sophia Eekdahl a Belvidere domestic has sold a wearable silk piece for 4200, bought by a Philadelphia man. The 80 year old Norwegian immigrant learned the craft in Norway and continues domestic work while pursuing art. She recently sold a handkerchief for 70 and another for 90.

Belvidere Lise Sophia Eekdahl Phladelphia Mine Eekdahl Norway Mise Eckslaht Ble Theodore Noonevelt Uother Ming RR

Special Music at Morning and Evening Services

Special correspondence from Barberton notes there will be special music at the Morning and Evening services at The M. B. church Inver next Sunday. the program will be announced later.

Barberton M. B

Death of William A Fitagerid in Guatemala ambush

New Orleans reports provide sparse details on the fatal shooting of William A Fitagerid, a secret Varitian official, at the Guatemalan capital by W. Godfrey Hunter Jr. The editor Reno Agules of Chiclo Americana is mentioned as injured in a related disturbance.

New Orleans Win. A. Fitagerid Gove Prudent W. Godfrey Hunter, Jr Guatqiain Cine Chet Hutter Flerengereld Hutter Reno Agules Honapiin Chiclo Americana Gatemale City Plana d Fiverriil Orleans Fred Om Fltae Gernl

Bad wreck in Cleveland claims several lives and injuries

A limited express train on the Erle line derailed near Priat City in Cleveland, leaving passengers Warren Ross Daegu Suter FC Burgess Joma Myers Landen and Wr Smith injured. Some may die as others were dragged from the wreck and rushed to a nearby hospital. A bystander, Amin bined Noled, was struck and cut by the train before it derailed.

New York & Pietabieg Limited Expreae Lieere Irak Pri Warren Ross Daegu Suter FC Burgess Joma Myers Landen Wr Smith Berea

Mooring Case Hearing Began In $10,000 Suit

The case of the mother of Glen Wade against the Mount Police Commissioners was heard starting Thursday noon. The suit seeks damages totaling about $10,000 over the alleged loss of the boy's tire during the incident.

Glen Wade Mounty Commanioners

Trial delays restraining order case in Akron area

Fragmented OCR text shows a petition for a restraining order against Tammiastaners amid claims of prejudice. Court proceedings stretched into Monday with attorneys contesting jurisdiction and temporary protections, as the case explores constitutional arguments and prior rulings.

Jeniner Waahey Botte Bertiber Donuitestone Diwige Kabler Steteken Lilesi Abe Wibermeek C. Vrank Csuune Pansion Akrom Youngstowi

First Witness Testimony Mentioned in Court Report

The article fragment describes early testimony in a court case with witnesses such as Mrs. Wirth and officials Hy Wo and Commissioner Wilson. It notes overheard conversations and statements about planning to “get rid of” someone, with a continuation referenced on another page.

Moa Ataris Wiel Wirth Rome Wilson CheeMoot

Cash Drawer Robbery Reported at Seeker Bron Room

A cash drawer was robbed early Tuesday morning at Seeker Bron inueh room with $18 taken. Police were alerted and took Of Wintrebe into custody on suspicion of the crime.

Seeker Bron Oage Wintrebe

Famous Editor Dead Featikfort

Doctor Josef Stern, famed editor of the Prank fort Gazette, died today at age 67. Stern was noted for his vigorous attacks on Prince Blamarek’s home policy and endured imprisonment on multiple occasions for his outspoken views.

Featikfort Josef Stern Prankfort Gazette Vr. Stern Prince Blamarek

Akron concerns amid exhibitor scouts and industry names

The report mentions Akron exhibitors and several unnamed figures tied to scouting efforts. It references Mike Ayunee Girda of New York and a list including BP One detety Co Veidyear Tire Nibber Co Wirestone Rubber Tire Co and the Linmend Tihter Cm, indicating industry interest and potential partnerships.

Epare Mike Ayunee Girda New York Nevin Dan Alera Eonerrie Onedetety Co Veidyear Tire & Nibber Co Wirestone Rubber & Tire Co

Barberton officials face salary changes and ordinance actions

Barberton village council discussed a new salary code with the mayor at 300 per geat and other raises for the clerk treasurer and police. An ordinance regulating saloon hours was introduced and another to curb Erie Railroad encroachment along Mor Namaora spring road was laid over for a week. No action on the salary suggestions.

Barberton Marshall Board of Public Service McCoy Taylor Mn Miller Erie Railroad Co Mor Namaora North Corporaton

Wells Fire Demolishes Oil Field Near Barbourville

In Barbourville Kentucky on December 10 eight fine producers and three dry wells were destroyed during an explosion and fire. The event damaged the Payne and Beery gusher, burned for 14 hours, and halted oil production as Standard Oil reported price movements and projected completion in February. One well remains active as crews continue work.

Barbourville Fenruary

Coal Fleet Wrecked on Ohio River Near Cincinnati

A damaged report from December 10 describes a coal fleet wreck on the Ohio River near Cincinnati. B. 2 Hwy of CibeloneG owned a barge torn from its deck. About half the fleet of barges were driven apart and adrift, with damage noted to several vessels and waterfront facilities.

Cincinnati Ruth

Fee details of international hore verior co completed

In Chicago J W Verking and A P Mom Lou completed a transfer of stock valued at to the money market. The report claims the country remains involved in the market despite emolements and notes the ongoing status of assets and property.

International Horeverior Co J. W. Verking A. P Mom Lou

Fragmentary note about a mother and a person named Clark

The readable text mentions a mother figure and a person named Clark in a fragmentary, unclear context. Other words appear garbled with no coherent events or dates to establish a clear news item.

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