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Newspaper
Akron Daily Democrat
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1902
Page
2
In Macedonia the Rights and Property Committee faces fierce pushback as residents oppose a plan tied to damage repairs. Supporters argue danger is reduced by recent work while opponents fear broader disruption and call for alternative routes.
The article reports a Cincinnati gathering of unions and fraternal organizations including the United Press and related associations. Delegates discussed joint actions in the nation’s interests, with emphasis on unity among unions and keeping peace within the brotherhoods.
A fragmented dessert recipe describes making JELL O snow pudding with dissolving sugar and mixing with water then folding in beaten egg whites to form a light dessert. Mentions flavors Kanpherry and Strawberry and a price hint of 10 cents per package.
A garbled 1910s style clipping mentions Governor Mickey, a Methodist church member and Nebraska Wesleyan trustee, strongly opposing dancing and refusing to attend a ball. The note cites opposition to dancing and a sudden stop to Lincoln commerce. Also includes ad snippets for Singer sewing machines and fur goods from Bynider Bro.
Justice Verity issues a warrant for J. Bert Jackson on charges of cruelly beating two boys Elmer and Edward Stump after a Lake Street incident this Wednesday. The boys' father says Jackson stopped, whipped the youngsters with a tin whip. The boys reportedly struck him with snowballs. A Barberton minstrel show by the town band is planned for Christmas.
The Nebraska Supreme Court considers an opinion on marriage law spanning all months, noting a historical shift. The court holds that three persons living together in common law arrangements are united by common law, though the text shows garbled phrasing and unclear specifics.
Fragments show residents on Vork Street complaining they lack street lights and basic improvements. They mention paying fees but receiving no services while noting unsafe conditions and blocked access.
The Inities of the White Fawn Council No 24 plans a serial and dance at Kaiser's Ball on Monday evening December 4. Organizers invite members and local residents to attend and enjoy the evening’s program.
Mr. O Ty Weaver heads to California with Goodyear interests visiting cities along the count. Louie Seybold Jr sails to Jackson Miss after holidays to assist interior decorating of the new state capitol. J J Wobla of Cleveland visits Akron as freight agent for the Chicago line. Nesbit from Pittsburg visits local freight agents. W P Crawford travels for Rock Island from Chicago. Jos Brown timekeeper to New York for holidays. R T Murphy moves to Chicago Globe Electrotyping Co. Two young people, Gomer W Williams and Jennie M Stair, wed with Rev B R Willard officiating. William Stair and Jennie Stair to reside at 100 Wingst. M Rothrock to visit Delaware during holidays. Alfred A Brewster to spend holidays in Bowing circles after Cornell study.
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