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Newspaper

Akron Daily Democrat

Location

Akron, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1902

Page

5

Payroll Delays Mark Courtroom Tax Plot Details

The payroll delay affects pay for police and others held up two weeks ago by Connell with Dec 20 as the target. The meeting failed to settle final estimates including contractor Jamies Widow for a famous Grant Street pay job. Courtroom questions touched on charges and who brought prisoners to court, with witness testimony by Mr. Wildes and Mr. Rogers.

Connell Christian Jamies Grant Wildes Holt Hortx Wildescind Rogers Board of Countlestoners Mr. Wildee Movalagd Olver Taylor Howser Mirnland Cammasioners Umal Fellon Churses Wiles

Fragmentary Hearing Notes Reveal Witness Roles

The testimony describes defense counsel actions and witness roles during a hearing. Chloe Newbetter, a city stenographer, and Miss Newbetter’s shorthand notes are referenced. Morrisonian officials and the Commissioner's suspicions about pay are mentioned as part of a murky exchange over proceedings and records.

Mira Honser Aes Chloe Newbetter Hell Prank Mharies Washer

Disappearance at Trial Shocks Court Scene

During examination of Mr 1 bell, spectators Seybull Wilden and others were told they would be placed on the stand. Soon afterward Messy eyhio tt and Wiles vanished. Subpoenas were issued to Hands of Shovitl Kelly after the missing witnesses could not be found.

Bell Seybull Wilden Rogers Mint Messy Eyhiott Wiles Cours Shovitl Kelly Flower Ho Kervion Houser Tus Colleigues Shevitt Kelly

Curing Consumption Promises From Scott's Emulsion

An old advertisement touts Scott's Emulsion as a reliable aid for consumption. It claims heavier weight gain and reduced coughing, noting the exact internal process remains a mystery while urging readers to send for the product.

Scott

Attorney Frank Involves Board Hearing On Waser Case

Attorney Frank examined as Rogers seeks details on hiring J Frank who testified in Waser's diver hearing. Witnesses discuss board authorization, publication action, and motives amid a delayed court session. Flower subpoena issued, Wooer unavailable, Colleagues unaware of his location.

Rogers J. Frank Washer Durkin Hind Tim Wilkes Seybold W Antestitel Wildes Waeder Field Thin

Houser on the Stand in Court Proceedings

The Bac CH Constitesiders president Houser testified on Tuesday as the trial entered its second stage. He recalled the original draft and said investigators discussed the prisoners testimony, denying certainty about advising Chief Darkin to alter the charge and noting associates present during teller questioning.

Tlis Fee Houser Bac CH Constitesiders Mtr Sycorn Eharnes Aise Pitte Ehter Darkin Darkin Tint Teller Totner Dettling Trapkein

Legal Proceedings Detail Washer Case and Police Chief Testimony

Judge Hayden censured objections and examined witnesses as the trial on Washer charges unfolds. Chief Durkin testifies he drafted initial charges, with only Welte and Durkin present, and notes the board sought charges amid alleged conspiratorial intent. Proceedings progress with testimony and argument, awaiting judge’s ruling.

Haydon Ryke Vrinnk Stouser Washer Mme Wirth Mbe John Durkin T. B. Wells Himsell I Welte Houser Mins Newhbauer Hayden

Nat Christmas sale At Smith and Teeple’s Store

An advertorial note promotes Christmas Nats at Smith & Teeple’s 168 S Main St with big savings. It invites city residents to call Akron Gas Company offices at 22 Market Street via People’s or Central Union telephones for inquiries.

Smith & Teeple’s S. Main St Akron Gas Company Market Street People's Or Central Union Telephone

Report From the Reform School cough remedy endorsement

J C Gluck superintendent Pranty town West Virginia Reform School states Moloy's Honey and Tar is the most effective and harmless cough medicine after trying others. Endorsed by A Warner J M Laffer and J Lamport & Co.

J. C. Gluck Prantytown W. Va West Virginia Reform School A. Warner J. M Laffer J. Lamporter & Co

Local Activist Criticizes Sidewalk Projects

Trowbedige, in a letter to council, criticizes South Mata projects for sidewalk projection and claims Long & Taylor Clock and Shaul store also encroach. He argues residents are entitled to all sidewalk space without obstruction.

Trowbedige Commikeioners Bullting South Mata At Pounel Tow. Viridge Long & ‘Taylor Clowk Ant Shaul South Malust

Arrest of Otto Winteobe Following Suspect Charge

Otto Winteobe was arraigned in police court on Thursday for a suspected crime. He pleaded not guilty and the case was continued to Wednesday. Bond was set at $100.

Otto Winteobe Heine Unitil

Remedy Promises Relief for Dyxpepala Ailment

Commander Dean of Kingston New York joined General Grant Post G A R as doctors deemed his Dyxpepala incurable. Dr David Kennedy’s Favorite Remedy is advertised as a cure all offering a free sample bottle and trial size, with the company promising nationwide availability and affordable pricing.

James S. Dean Grant Post Kingston N. Y David Kennedy David Kennedy Corporation Hondout, N Kennedy

Willie and Marie Christmas Candy Night Tale

Willie and Marie share a festive moment as Old Chris enters with gifts and Lafferty's candy. Marie asks why Chris is present and Willie notes the candy is good, ending with a light holiday scene.

Chris Lafferty Willie Marie

Proof At Any WW By the Eviden Akron Pews

A reader testimonial reports relief from back pain due to kidney issues after using Downs Kidney Pills. The speaker, Mr Thompeon of 102 Raye and at, credits Dean’s Kidney Pills previously and praises Foster Milburn Co and John Lamparter drugstore as local sellers. The ad urges others with similar symptoms to try the remedy.

Akron Wo Thompeon Thare Twa Woth Dean John Lamparter &O Atore Land Down Foster Milburn Co Buffalo N. Y Bros

Republic of Venezuela and its turbulent birth in history

The article traces Venezuela from early settlement by Spaulants through Spanish rule, independence recognition, and repeated upheavals. It notes Monagas as president, a 1800 constitution, and a gradual move toward stability by 1880, with Spain recognizing independence later. The piece highlights mixed ancestry, population around four million, Orinoco as main river, coffee trade, and infrastructure like ports and railways.

Prexpo Caatro Venezueli South America Thonselves Xeiree Milton Spain Sults Orinoco Rxport Ormens la Guayara Bethelpal

Unclear fragment recalls Venezuela crisis and US leadership

Fragmentary note references the Mivie Federation, William Reagan era tensions in Venezuela, and a British bid to enforce conventions on the republic during a period of US presidential leadership.

NEW TRIAL REQUEST IN POLICE COURT FOR Coppard CASE

Attorney G Rogers seeks a new trial for Sandy Coppard in the Elles Sherboudy Renault and battery case. He cites irregularities including absence of counsel, delayed judgment, and failure to waive trial. Mayor delayed nearly an hour for Coppard’s attorney. motion set for Wednesday.

G. Rogers Sandy Coppard Elles Sherboudy Renault Witidavit Tit Vane Coppard Court House

Grover in the Public Eye At Annual Convention

Grover Cleveland has lately been prominent in public life due to his role at the fret Annual convention, drawing attention from political observers and the media.

Grover Grover Clevelind

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