23 Dec 1902
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Newspaper
Akron Daily Democrat
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1902
Page
1
The funeral of Mrs John H Barber was held at her home Tuesday at 2 pm. Rev J O Smith of Grice M E church East Akron conducted the services. Daughters attended Sunday school, neighbors sent floral offerings, and the body was laid to rest in East Akron cemetery.
Mrs Clementine Barber was killed by her husband John Barber Sunday evening at their North Cancave home. A coroner's inquest found the crime stemmed from long abuse and alcohol. The family faced Christmas without joy as the father remained in jail and children mourned, with details revealing a grim domestic scene.
Readers glimpse a grim family episode as a mother near breakdown plans gifts for a child, while a drunken, abusive husband is linked to a deadly plot. A grandmother figure, Mrs Barber born November 14 1802, is named, and a father hears of a grave mission alleged to date back two decades.
A fragment recalls a tragedy linked to a harbor property and a 26 year marriage, mentioning a mother and father, a home to preserve for children, and a funeral with a hollowed doorway burned by powder in a tragic scene tied to a May decoration day five years ago.
The coroner and county prosecutor conduct an inquest at the Barber home from 2 to 5 pm on the shooting case. Testimony from Austin Barber, his wife Mabel, Luella, Norman Barber, attending physicians, and others covers the events and intent. The inquest aims to determine charges and verdict after a typed copy is produced.
Report says Barber was feeling ill on Tuesday due to injuries and tooth pain while in county jail. He spoke little to others outside of fellow prisoners and did not fear the guards.
The Most Rev. Predreck Semple Archbishop of Canterbury died at 17 o clock after a period of nervous illness. Born November 30 1821 in Santa Maura Tonia lands he rose from Blundell s and Balliol to lead England s church and education. He served as bishop of Exeter Towton and became primate of England in 18 The article notes his long teacher and clerical career and mentions his writings and sermons. In a separate incident a fire at Mitchell apartment house Mt Auburn injured eight people, two seriously, from a gas explosion.
A public dispute arises between Meo PD strowbride and Mr Houser of the Board of City Commissioners. The speaker accuses officials of failing to enforce sidewalk encroachments and removal orders while urging city leaders to apply the same pressure to others with property over sidewalks. The dialogue references legislative changes and administration propriety.
Louie Morgan of Louisville has secured options on coal lands west of the Green River and Virgen River areas. An eastern investor may assume control in a near term agreement, involving more than eight million dollars, with former Kentucky Attorney General Gordon Hendrick handling negotiations from Louisville through December 15 at Seebachs Hotel. Several operators have received offers, led by Green River and Central Coal and Light, Crescent West, Puck Mamond, Pittsburgh Coal, and Paducah Coal Companies.
Rev W D Ven Voornie who led Fourth Church of Christ for two and a half years resigns Tuesday to join Chi wae University in Japan preparatory to professorship. He and wife receive a farewell reception with gifts, and he is described as educated by Hear Mr Plane at Bowling Green Ohio.
Judge Hayden ren ders decision in the Washer In function case. He sustains the Akron Youngstown act as constitutional and enjoins the board from hearing charges, while holding City Commissioners responsible for conditions at the City Prison. The ruling references prior court decisions and hints at continued discussion on the new code classification.
A translated dispatch reports Venezuelan revolutionary unrest under President Castro. Matias Maton says 12,000 armed men hold strategic points as exiles skirmish with German forces. VenesUELan rivals claim unity hinges on how allied powers resolve the foreign intervention.
In Caracas on December 23 reporters note blockading ships failed to stop the Red Miner Caracas from York. Provoost Diehl of the American warship Marotta disciplined the Italian cruiser Clorannt Taieau’s captain. A dispatch to the Navy department followed as command staff discussed further action and the Caracans were ordered to port with the held steamer at Willecatad bound for fertilization.
Cardinal Oregiin Voyen of the Bicred college presented the greetings of the Holy See to the Pope this morning. About thirty cardinals in Rome attended as Leo hesitated at the warmth shown by Catholics worldwide and expressed satisfaction.
Improvements totaling 300000 are under way at Silver Lake Park. A new pavilion will extend over the water with docks and stalls for boats and launches, a 16 000 square foot dance floor, a mammoth dining hall, kitchens, and an orchestra booth suspended from the ceiling. Fire safety features include high pressure water reservoirs in towers.
An article fragment reports multiple arrests by authorities and an ensuing trial. Names are garbled, with references to a Gao Wordedt amie Peglit and Hunt linge the ene lew, plus mentions of a Connie birirk garte and Gow Wonten Feet. The text hints at plea discussions and delayed proceedings, but details are obscured.
A fragmentary account recalls Andrew Chipple, a breaker boy, awaiting a Christmas promise from officials and benefactors after hearings. The tale mentions Judge Gray, Mr Markle, and labor aides who offered shelter and support while urging a return to work, with lingering questions about promised aid.
In Readford Pennsylvania an invalid ladder collapse at an Odd Fellows event led to several people being rescued by bystanders. One man, Geen, was killed and others were seriously hurt including Thadeus Green and Meta torts. The incident caused financial concerns estimated around $200,460.
Vienna reports a missing princess from Sasuns after a royal house party at Lourd flat. A rescue attempt led by a royal, seen near Mersey, ended with the princess vanishing. Professor Cori of French appears in Geneve context as the inquiry continues.
Former United States Senator Dwight M Sabin of Siiliweten Minu died suddenly from heart trouble while active in state affairs. Known across the West as a wealthy lumberman, he led the National Republican Committee in 1884 and managed that campaign. The item notes his prominence before his death amid a weather report predicting snow and colder conditions.
Four percent year old Tomes Neylon was killed near Kenmore when a streetcar struck him on a Mon day night. The accident, between stops 02 and Kenmore, mangled his body and left a mystery about the cause. Neylon worked for contractor Garret on the N. T. bridge project. officials will investigate with county authorities.
In New York a holiday payout tops the season as Santa Claus dispenses gifts. Over a million dollars in presents will be distributed, with Chase National Bank expected to give $70 to every staff member. Morgan is likely to match last year's practice of giving each employee a year’s salary.
Vienna reports Count Lansdorff, the Russian foreign minister, will press for a definite proposal on settling affairs in Turkey. The plan reportedly envisions Russia taking a slice of European Turkey from the Bosphorus to Ipek and Mitvoriitzd, provoking potential European contention.
Messy OCR note appears to describe Boston area figures including Admiral Joan Po Meirs and Nancy Po Meirs, listing long marriage and Somerville residence. The fragment references a potential arrest or charge but is garbled and unclear.
A bomb exploded near the Cathedral of St Pierre in Geneva this morning. No one was hurt but property was damaged. the attempt to blow up the Provident’s home failed. Authorities blame anarchists for the attack.
The Bitter End in Chicago reports a man whose health collapsed after two weeks of heavy drinking, wasting 871 dollars saved for Christmas among relatives in New Jersey. Quartermaster Sergeant W. M. Durzell of Fort Sheridan reportedly ended his life with a pistol in Highwood, Illinois, yesterday on A Street.
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