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Newspaper

Akron Daily Democrat

Location

Akron, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1902

Page

5

Reverend Summers Laid to Rest in Inland Funeral

Inland December 17 reports the death of Rev. Mr. Summers former pastor for four years. Funeral services conducted at his home church with ministers from out of town and Akron conference assignments noted. Also mentions a two year old boy’s accident and local sales and school vacation notices amid community notices.

Speed Inland Levi Mix Bunny Icheint Liberty Rife Boyer Menerll Mader Johnston Rei Somethiag Chas, Miller Tope Stark Co John King Nathaniel Messner Greentownshi Schoola Greevho Aaron Rwarte

One Minute Cough Cure Advertises Health Claim

A cold wave warning promotes home health caution with One Minute Cough Cure promoted by Vi Wine Madison. The ad claims the remedy cures coughs colds flu bronchitis pneumonia and throat and lung troubles and strengthens the lungs as a preventive measure.

Madison B. Harper & Co

Xmas Singer Machine Ad Promises Gift Options

An advertisement promotes Singer sewing machines for Christmas gifts with prices from 22 dollars. It notes secondhand machines available and showcases latest fashion plates, ladies gowns, and costumes. The store location is given as 1468 Howard Avenue.

Hinger Howard

Ridout Denied Uncontested divorce in Canton case

Ridout of Akron denied an uncontested divorce from Min ute Hideout by Judge Ambler in Canton. The couple had resided in Akron. wife now in Pennsylvania. Testimony from co respondent Seward Jones deemed unreliable. Court urged caution in uncontested divorce rulings. Local notices advertise fur sale and church sale events near Wooster Avenue.

de, A, G. Ridout Akron Minute Hideout Tudge Ambler Cateton Heeax Pennsylvania Minerva Snd Salem Widont Anne George Canton Hammver Pita Paewife Pudge Seward Jones Ambler

Mystery of the Lincoln safety deposit box contents

In Lincoln Nebraska mystery surrounds a safety deposit box where a door key and a strange envelope triggered alarm. Dr G O W Farnham, back from a prolonged absence, found one ten dollar bills in his deposit box and insists he did not place them there. Managers firmly deny any involvement and Dr Farnham plans to advertise for the owner.

Lincoln Neb Lee de G W. Farnham Farnam

Testimonial on Peruna Cure for Catarrhal Dyspepsia

A real estate agent from Augusta Gay advocates Peruna and Menalin as a cure for catarrhal dyspepsia recounting relief after many physicians springs and remedies. A West Virginia congressman endorses Peruna as a tonic and remedy for catarrh and invites others to write for free medical advice from Dr Hartman in Columbus Ohio.

Leonard F. Yeousty Es Bonard F. Verdery Augusta Gay Leonard Congressman Deviner West Virginia Congresman B. BR. Deviner Wheeling Washington De.mayer House of Representatives Hartman Dr. Hartman The Hartman Savitarium Columbus, Oy

Damages for Fire Death and Local Incidents

Damages for the fire of John Menton, who died helping to erect a smoke crack. Donight Uhoan, 40% Seventhat, narrowly escaped drowning in Lake Aina Sunday morning. Mr. Uk min, his friend, skated on the west end when the ice broke. 44 people aided by churches assisted Mentn. William Hf Duncan and Mrs. Lae Dema Snow were married by Squire Wornts Sunday afternoon. W C Novels of Pictattiang is registered at the final. The Library Board will meet Wednesday evening. Mr A T Jackson of McKeexport Pa was in town on business. Dr T A Woot and wife of Lorain were in the city Sunday.

John Menton Donight Uhoan Lake Aina Ukmin Te Fee Thyerles Goth Ty Chures Hintn Shone Mir Piman Kla Ley Bath William Hf Duncan Lae Dema Snow Squire Wornts W. C A. T. Jackson MeKeexport Battinany T. A. Woot Lorain Sanday

Billows Colle Prevented Use Of Chamberlan Colle Remedy

Hundreds of people feared to be attacked use the Chamberlan Colle remedy for cholera and diarrhoea as early symptoms appear. The anxious public is urged to obtain the preparation from all druggists and take a double dose at first signs of illness.

Hiltons Colle

Cause of Strike Admitted to Candle Firm

Sandusky December 17 Some months ago Frank J Glare worked as an expert at a large plumbing firm run by Lewis M Lea. Plumbers demanded his discharge for not joining their union. Glaze offered to join, and a stockholder’s loan was recorded but the unionists still refused work. Glage remains in Sandusky and has many friends. The piece then shifts to a discussion on candles as decor, noting modern candles as home decor items, their color, materials, and decorative possibilities for parties and seasonal use.

Sandusky Frank J. Glare Lewis M. Lea Giage Plumbers’ Union Len Myr. Glaze Weantine Lea Glase Fem Filme Glage Holiday Wien Caurlion

Portrait of Levin Lake the famed traveling salesman

A Columbus portrait highlights Levin Lake described as the most remarkable traveling man in the United States. Born September 7, 1817 in Maryland, he represents Armour & Co of Chicago for 34 years, traveled 200 miles monthly, never drank liquor or touched liquor, and has not eaten more than two meals a day for 80 years. He recalls the first railroad trip from Baltimore to Ellicott’s Mills, and notes Mississippi trains now run 12 miles in two hours, with a lifetime of observations on roads, hotels, and traveling life.

Levin Lake United States United Commercial Columbur Mr. Lake Chicago Missinnippi Menia Lake Bori Maryland United Travelers’ Association Washington, D. Cy the Lakes Washington Jackson Miss Oxford Philip DP Armour Baltimore Ellicott's Mille Take Granada Mr Lake Bahia

Cripple Creek Mines Valued Richly in Colorado Districts

The Pay Value Company operates several mines in Cripple Creek and nearby districts, including Mary Cashen, Cortolanus, Par Value, Stoveloose, and others. Mines report shafts up to 900 feet deep, extensive drifts, and ongoing ore production with high-grade yields. notable mines include Gold Coin, Stratton’s Independence, Ajax, and Strong, with substantial dividends and development.

Pay Value LWO Yeats Owbe Bier América Gene Elcit Cripple Crew Colorede Mary Caehen Corlolunta Marty Alice Mary Hunter Mas Wnoolt Mary Cashen Golt Cuin Stratton Strong Portland Cripple Creek Mary Cakden Ajax Oreble Stonehouse Cameral Victor

The House That Jack Built and Dr Ward Beecher Picant

A fragmented item references an temperance themed event or speech titled The Honest that Tach Milt and mentions Dr Ward Beecher Picant as a prominent figure. The text also alludes to Wednesday activities and a political or moral campaign connected to temperance efforts.

Ward Beecher Picant

Myers Again in Trouble in Ratherton Case

Special correspondence reports a warrant issued by Squire Vernie for the arrest of Tan Mra on charges related to indecent conduct in the presence of Mra Mary Amasenia. Motes, recently released from the workhouse, faces alleged assault and a treary.

Ratherton Squire Vernie Tan Mra Uming Kane Kange Mra Mary Amasenia Motes

Wreck on Queen and Crescent near Monnitte

A southbound express from Cincinnati to New Orleans on the Queen and Crescent wrecked near Monittive, 60 miles south of Birmingham. The train struck a trestle causing engines and cars to derail into the creek. Fireman Dore and mail, baggage, express car crews injured. express messengers buried and killed. No passengers reported harmed.

Birmingham Ala Cincimati New Orleans Queen & Crescent Monnitvitte Mall Dore Kelly Riggs Tho Express

Camp Rubber Co plans two additions at Ashland plant

Camp Rubber Co of Akron plans two new four story additions to its Ashland plant. One will be 1 foot by 70 feet, the other 150 feet by 40 feet, both tile constructed and put into operation soon. Also noted is Walther's Port toning medicine with Peptonized Port and priced at 50 cents for small and $1 for large.

Camp Rubber Co Akron Ashland Thie Place Walther

DeWitt's Salve Promoted Against Counterfeits

The ad claims DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve from B C Dewitt & Co of Chicago invented years ago a remedy for piles eczema burns and skin diseases. It warns against counterfeit imitators and urges asking for DeWitt's the genuine product, via Ro Harper & Co.

B.C. Dewitt & Co Chieage DeWitt Aek Harper & Co

Porch Climbers Targeted Homes During Break In

Reported burglary in Cincinnati where porch climbers seized Jewelry valued at about 8000 dollars. The Ho Noonan family, linked to Continental Ling and Central States Dispatch of the Big Pour railway, were at supper. intruders entered via the kitchen and ransacked the house while a 11 foot front porch was affected and a bathroom screen blocked.

Cueinnatl Dee T. Ho Noonan Duwinger Continental Ling Central States

Minor Items From Town Social and Business Notices

Rayberton Dee and StMr W A Jolneton made a bus trip to Ditesburs on Tuesday. Mr G B Stouts of Chicago is registered at the bank. Grover Mackey to WM at his home. The Homann club changes le quirtere near Lowther’s hat, with an opening exhibition in about two weeks. Officers include President Dr N Moon, Secretary Ed Morris, Treasurer J Frave, Greenbaum administrator. Stirling Boiler Co retained Huene Miller for services.

Rayberton Dee StMr Ed Morris J. Frave A 8 Greenbaum Ines Huene & Miller Stirling Boiler Co

No Increase In Wages At Baltimore & Ohio

No official notice yet on wage raises for Baltimore and Ohio employees. Company officials met in Baltimore and face a huge task with about 50,000 workers. while no horizontal increase is planned, some sweeping advances in Vigo are expected.

Baltimore & Ohio Baltimore

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