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Newspaper

Akron Daily Democrat

Location

Akron, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1902

Page

3

Murder Suspect Arrestee After Lancaster Ohio Killing

Prominent Lancaster Ohio resident Dee 18 Mrs Chas Wheeler murdered at Liliopelia Puonilay night. Her body found in the morning. Husband Wheeler arrested as deputies rush to scene. Columbus manufacturer linked to alleged motive. Coroner and deputy sheriff investigate at scene. Local notices include gas company ad and farm sale pitch.

Lancaster O. Dee Chas. Wheeler Liliopelia Collet Cly Wheeler Columbus Beanty Vin Wife Editorial

Life a Burning Disappointment in Toul Mo

A newspaper brief reports Mire Lyde Ward aged about 24 dressed in new clothing, strangled herself with a napthalene retent and died in a bathroom while her child watched. The incident occurred after she wrote a letter, with the son a patient contributor to lead literature.

Et Toul Lyde Ward Lory

Scott's Emulsion A daily aid for child weakness

The ad urges persistent daily use of Scott's Emulsion to improve a weak child. It claims steady, sensible treatment yields better results than long worry, noting children enjoy the product and it is perfectly harmless while providing strength.

Scott

Best Minstrel Perform ance Yet F W Work and John E Sieber In Charge

Minstrel show led by F W Work and John E Sieber aims to captivate at the colonial frontier benefit for a new church. The act includes a new Arion quartet and noted end men Frank T Marvin Art Simrle Kares Solin Harry Polity Go Harey Miler and Enel Weary with elaborate stage settings and a second part featuring a comedy. Proceeds support the church project, while Homer Anil of West Point Ta praises the entertainers amid a tale of recovery with Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption and a cured patient weighing 227 pounds.

Messi Joba Sieber St. Bernard Vongemention Tristondt Wenal Arion Frank T. Marvin Art Simrle Kares Solin Harry Polity Homer Anil West Point Dr King C. B. Harper & Go.'r

Lincoln The Man Who Built The Nation In His House

A Cleveland lecturer recounts Lincoln as a figure formed by character and virtuous walls of a fictional house. The talk wove humor and morals, noting masteries such as Self Mastery Persevering Industry Reverence and Conscience. The speaker, using Mother Goose and tales, kept the audience entertained past midnight with jokes and tales about Lincoln’s formative traits.

Philorophes Mary Ann Thor Jack

Killed Baby in Mother's Lap by Playful Gun

In Hocksonville Thy Dee 18 a five year old boy, son of Mr and Mrs Fribbie, shot and killed his one year old sister in her mother's arms. The child found a revolver, pointed it at the baby and fired, shouting Look out sister as the gun went off. Local report notes the accident occurred about a mile south of town.

Christmas Offering for Planes by A B Smith

A B Smith promotes a Christmas sale offering planes at no upfront cost. The offer promises a large stack of pinners and urges buyers to act after January 4 with humorous notes about saving. The ad hints a limited time and post holidays urgency.

Tabatt

Remains of Grace Relfanyder Brought to Akron Vault

The remains of Grace M. Relfanyder were brought to Akron from Cleveland Wednesday morning and placed in a vault. She was 28 years old, died Monday of neurasthenia, and was born in Akron, daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward Reifsnyder. The family moved from Cleveland 14 years ago. THE K O II M BAND TO PLAY A DANCE IN TIP TOP HALL NEXT SATURDAY NIGHT. ADMISSION 35 CENTS PER COUPLE. MUSIC BY K C T M ORCHESTRA.

Grace M. Relfanyder Akron Clevelana Mies Relfanyder Neurasthenia Akeron Edward Reifsnyder Cleveland Tip Top Hall K. C. T. M. Orchestra

United States Demands $1.6 Million Payment Abroad

London dispatch reports the United States Minister to Curva has demanded $1,600,000 payable by builders of electric railways. The notice frames the issue as a government payment claim and outlines the international dispute arising from an overseas project.

London St. Petersburg United States Curva

Catarrh Cures Promoted as Internal Remedy Tablet Claim

A magazine advertisement touts Stuart's Catarrh Tablets as an internal cure for catarrh and related ailments. It includes testimonials claiming the product clears head colds, restores smell, and prevents further illness without opiates or cocaine.

Howe Tie Union Stuart Hynes Newspiper

Very Old Books at Library Presage Large Fresh Volumes

The Akron public library expects a large influx of new volumes soon. Readers will see prized works by noted authors including Sir Walter Raleigh and Booth Tarkington, with several titles in high demand. Efforts to secure more copies rely on public gifts as subscriptions and magazines increase.

Akron Proamatenn Talis Walter Haleighs Joeluded Owen Whetor Booth Tarkington Lory I. A. Mitchell Ant Danny Ty Alfred Omvant Carnemic Jana Weed Suminy

Slander Case Involving Langendorf Angers Neighbors

Mrs Jenny Langendorf of 408 12 Rooth High St contemplates action against sister in law Mrs Francia Nighewander of 408 South Hikch wt for slander. Langendorf alleges repeated false reports harming her reputation among neighbors. No warrant issued yet. Case before Judge Nash next week.

Jenny Langendorf Rooth High St Francia Nighewander Langendorf L. Nash

Coughs Colds and Constipation Warn of Opium Dangers

Cough medicines other than Foley's Honey and Tar contain opiates that cause constipation and are unsafe for children. Foley's Honey and Tar has no opiates, is safe, and will not constipate, according to a notice from A Warner and partners.

Foley Warner. Sf M. Batter Larparter & Co

Kidney Health Ads From Kilmer Swamp Root Proclaimed

An Akron Daily Democrat advertisement extols Kilmer Swamp Root as a universal remedy for kidney liver and bladder troubles. It claims nearly all diseases originate in kidney weakness and urges readers to try the tonic with testimonials and a free sample offer via mail from Kilmer Co. Binghamton New York.

The Akroo Democrat Kilmer Binghamton, N Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghamton Akron Daily Democrat

In the Erie freight accident near Weehawken car

A trolley collision on West 20th Street caused injuries as an Erie freight train derailed and wreckage blocked the area. Passengers faced a chaotic scene with wires down and responders rushing to assist. The report notes injured individuals and the disrupted service.

Eud Weehawken Ron Erie

Rural Mail Carriers Sought as 100 Examined at Court House

About 300 Summit County men gathered at the courthouse Saturday for rural carrier examinations under a government agent. Examinations determined eligibility for routes. total appointments to be made after route planning and county needs are reviewed in Washington. George assisted by Kennedy and Kepler, with final determinations pending official approval.

Summit County Power Jones Post George Devate Washington Kennedy Genie Kepler Blackwan

Schools to Resume Work January 5 After Vacation

Schools closed Friday for a two week vacation will resume January 5. The notice specifies holiday recess and reopens with routine daily exercises in every school building. Weather turns cloudy with some sun and a touch of wind in the forecast.

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