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Newspaper
Akron Daily Democrat
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1902
Page
1
Washington reports discuss possible arbitration routes with emphasis on an individual umpire over a peace tribunal at The Hague. The text notes President Castro may heed external counsel in Caracas, and prime minister Bowen faces pressure to pursue arbitration, with potential insistence on selecting a single arbiter.
Reported in Washington on December 1 to 11 that Gen Maton, a rebel leader in Venezuela, plans another uprising against Caracas. Allies reportedly arm insurgents, risking chaos and added anxiety for United States. country could slide toward anarchy.
Caracas report states King Oscar of Sweden is mentioned as possible empire figure in Venezuela dispute. Minister Bowen will not serve as the United States trelf ban clarismu list Venezuels.
London newspapers are unsettled by Premier Balfour's House of Commons statement about a potential gap between Britain and Venezuela. The Liverpool Post argues Venezuela can endure foreign pity and the blockade could continue indefinitely with naval action yielding no payment to Britain or Germany. The Birmingham Post weighs in on the dispute.
In a fragmentary report the Allied Powers debate the path to wealth and influence, avoiding territory gains and land troops. The discussion centers on maintaining a peaceful blockade and the strategic conduct of such measures without conquest or expansion.
R Admiral Dewey directs the fleet toward Trinidad with the strongest units including the Scorpion and Che gunbent ready. The reach is described as rapid with most of the sea within a two day voyage to the Venezuelan coast.
A translated foreign pages excerpt attacks United States policy and the Monroe Doctrine. It criticizes American cowardice and duplicity while condemning England and Germany for aggression and lacking naval strength compared with rival powers.
England signals willingness to coordinate with Washington on the Venezuelan matter while avoiding full alliance dissolution with Germany. Negotiations reportedly continue, with potential strain on American labor actions in Venezuelan waters.
Washington December 18 the House without debate adopted the Mee Call resolution urging the Secretary of State to provide the House with all information in his possession concerning the joint demonstration of Grew Henda and Germany into Venouneta.
Gen Corbin plans a Friday visit to Mrs McKinley in Canton and will attend a Chamber of Commerce banquet in Cleveland on Saturday. He defends state officers and supports the union army and women’s suffrage.
Winter lull in shipments leaves Horellat and nearby lines short of freight cars as Akron Harberton Wade worth firms urge rapid supply. A requisition for over 100 cars hits a supply gap while railroads struggle to free up cars. Local factories cut staff post holidays, hoping demand will ease and production rebound follows, with weather warming sparking cautious optimism.
A Detroit meeting organized by the executive committee of the Get Coal alliance denounces current conditions that permit a coal famine. The protesters plan to travel to Washington immediately after the holdage to press Congress and officials to act against the ongoing shortage and price coercion.
Mr George noted broad improvements across Savanik county with new Detter structures and more rural residences south of Akron. He observed farmers showing prosperity and desire for modern conveniences as the area advances into the progressive era.
Seventeen officers received new caps Thursday morning, drawing light jokes about hat sizes. Crumman, No 7, has the smallest cap while Kermpie, TM, wears the largest, as precinct regulars poke fun at the fits and outfits.
In Port Au Prince on December 18 Uisteral Need seized control of the nation and declared the presidency of the public. The army proclaimed Nord as president, amid a turbulent transfer of power.
Washington reports no information from Minister Bowen that he has been given authority by President Castro to settle the dispute among Venezuela Great Britain and Germany. Officials in the State Department say no confirmation has been received from Castro or German officers regarding the arbitration proposal.
Teachers at Akron fHilite schools may receive pay early for Christmas gifts. Those living out of town or away on Saturday may collect their wages Saturday December 20 at the clerk of the school board office by special act of the State Board. Normally pay would be due December 26.
New York December 6 This surrogates filing discloses the will of Reginald Bebop who died December 10 at 881 Fifth Avenue Bequests total about 3 000 000 in personal property and a half a million in real estate The will directs most to the widow and children with sums set aside for the preservation of Mr Bishops art collection at Judges and other museums A fund provides income for a Mrs Mary Stetson of Boston and a sister Mrs Luther Ho Arnold of St Paul and Mrs W B Blimery Newton Mass The brother Nathaniel Bishop and a sister share the residue with other specified heirs
The Boyt Main street extension of the Northern Ohio Traction Company line from the car barns to the Welster Camp Lane Machine Co plant is in operation. Regular service runs from 6 to 10 in the morning and from 10 to 6 in the evening to serve workers. The route connects with every Main street line to avoid delays. A bridge across the canal is under construction as part of the planned link to the Barberton line near Hale, expected to operate next summer.
William Smith an engineer residing at No 35 Columbine Street was adjusting an electric vent in a New York restaurant when the wheel moved forward ripping off the thumb and middle finger of his left hand. He showed the injury to coworkers and uttered a startled phrase about the injury.
Otle and Hough Cleveland brokers will abandon the local branch this week. The office has been managed by Mr. M. G. Harvey.
The account relates a man from Burtuton, Ti, claiming he faced assault by striking workers while trying to support his family. He testified he continued working amid the dispute, recalling threats and a violent response from the crowd as gunfire rang out in the garden area.
Arbeiter Zeitung reports a pitched clash at Rostock Russia between strikers and troops. A director from Die works claimed the crowd would back their cause as 80 000 gathered for a demonstration. Violent confrontations left dozens dead or wounded with troops driving back the crowd.
Milto Wo Spill foreman of Mevators of the American Geren Co and Mary Tierer Murdock wed in a frame ceremony at Berg. Rev. YT. Fo Monroe officiated. The couple, after a small reception, planned a Wednesday departure for a New York visit.
In Lowinville by December 1 Lawwritten trial records show Mike Hayes dismissed on his examining trial for the murder of Velloenmn Doyle, whom authorities say he fatally shot at his home. The court ruling grounds the decision on evidence presented by County Judge Aager, noting Hayes drew his pistol first. The judge ordered Hayes to perform duties as a potential man at the scene, with the event unfolding in the early Monday morning hours.
Two weeks more work remains for the present sheriff deputies as Sheriff Harker is not expected to occupy the new quarters soon. The old jail will continue housing prisoners until the new facility is ready, with living rooms to be prepared after the New Year begins.
The Baltimore & Ohio Railroad announces a series of appointments across divisions: Lawrence Ohiliger becomes superintendent of the Ble tom division, replacing Loree who moves to Indianapolis. Loree will oversee Chicago division duties previously held by another. Ginger will be succeeded by Sebrol in Barberton, with Morgan taking over maintenance and way roles in Pittsburgh. Culbertson advances as assistant engineer of the Pittsburgh division.
A concise notice reports a death of a small man in New York. Details are fragmented with garbled OCR text. The item notes the deceased’s height and a brief, unclear description, reflecting a tragic, early 20th century style mystery. Affected names or affiliations are unreadable in the fragment.
Fragmentary note notes shops stay open nightly through Christmas Eve with mentions of schedules and events, indicating a period of extended hours during the holiday season.
A man identified as Mitchell, head of the Tilved Mle Work, arrived in Buffalo and entered Metamnd's hotel where a tense exchange occurred with New York solicitor Wayne Magaugh. He was recognized by a guest who praised his feat against a famous lawyer, claiming credit for a notable achievement in a New York witch affair context.
Freight association representatives met in Chicago to push higher rates for shipments from Akron to Inara and beyond. The group previously suggested a 10 percent increase two weeks ago, with some arguing the rise should be larger, while eastern roads claim current levels are already sufficient.
A severe quake in Asiatic Russia yesterday leveled Andidian and caused wide destruction across Venton region. Reports indicate about 479 people were killed or missing, with heavy damage across the town and surrounding areas.
A crowded trolley on Willow Avenue in Woahawken was struck by a freight train last night, injuring about thirty people including two women. Witnesses describe mangled cars and passengers scattered as emergency crews worked at the scene.
About 100 men from Bommit county gathered at the court on Saturday for examinations for rural mail carrier positions. Most candidates are young, with a few over 45. Examinations conducted under government stamp, with routes and appointments to be determined after state and federal approvals. George, the examining agent, will assign routes in Summit county and report to Washington. Kepler, Blackman, and Kennedy assisted in the process.
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