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Newspaper

Akron Daily Democrat

Location

Akron, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1902

Page

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State Department to Investigate Caribbean Blockade Actions

Report reaches Washington as the State Department prepares to investigate the Bausan incident blocking Redline’s cargo and the American Jones case in Venezuela. Officials will review allied motives in leaving Coro to shipping and potential Monroe Doctrine conflicts amid Venezuelan unrest.

Washington State Department Bausan Caricas Laguarra Jones Venezuela United States Guauta Dia Laguayra New York Macuta Bauwan Coretro Cantro American Republic Coro Matos

Replies position Have Been Received

Washington December 24 The State Department has received the British and German positions on the Venezuelan arbitration. It was announced that the documents will not be made public until after the president has responded to them.

Washington Great Britain Gerry Department Itt

Rebels in Caracas Rally as Castro Marches South

From Caracas on December 24 a Wolan junta claims rebels regain field and that General Matos leads a march toward the capital. Government troops move to block, with reports of a major push expected within days.

Wemnstad Caracas Tere Jont Castro Matos

Cantro’s Downfall and Rebel Supply Lines Stir global tension

Reports claim Cantro’s defeat seems likely as rebels gain food and ammunition through Coro port, left open by Allied Wheekading forces. Venezuelan government proposes the pope as arbitrator in disputes with allies, a plan the Vatican reportedly will not entertain.

Coro Matos Castro Rome Der Pope Sethe Vatican

New York reacts to General Greene police appointment

Big Fill Devery mocks the selection of General Greene as New York police head saying he doubts the plan will work and expects crooks to remain. Rev. De Charles Parkhurst derides the appointment calling it red tape and corrupt precinct leadership continuing under DevEn.

New York Big Fill Devery General Francia Charles H. Parkhurst Dev. Ory

John H Barber Jaw Fracture Revealed During Jail Treatment

The presumed wife murderer John H Barber suffered intense pain since Sunday night. A dentist examined him Tuesday finding a broken tooth and fractured jaw bone. Dr Hill and Dr Vedder attempted reduction but could not, as inflammation hindered healing. Barber showed signs of recognizing family, asking about his eldest daughter.

John H. Barber Mowdiy Miernig Hnetrang J. B. Vedder Harker Barker Joha B. Hill Seema Lila Hight

Earthquake Devastation and Aftermath Report From Central Asia

A December dispatch from St Petersburg notes 4000 people fled Liver district after a quake that destroyed Ane Mjon in Central Asia. Reports say a hidden money in the treasury vaults may total around a million. Excavation near the building site is overseen by a strong council as disturbances continue and a new disaster is feared.

St. Petersburg Ane Mjon Central Asia Ins Milion Pombels

First M E Church Sunday School Christmas Donation Event

The Sunday school held a Christmas donation for the poor with an Interteliment program. The room was decorated with evergreen and holly. A charity dinner followed, with representatives noting substantial gifts and a large sum donated to aid many dinners and other needs.

M. BE

Suit for 25000 Against President Roosevelt Filed in Court

New York December 24. A motion by New York socialite Gertrude Motley seeks $25,000 from President Roosevelt alleging she entrusted Cornelius Roosevelt, the President’s kinsman, with funds. Motley also seeks subrogation for administering Cornelius Roosevelt’s estate. The promoter of the estate resided mainly in France and died in New York during a visit. Motley’s assets are split between New York and Paris.

New York Roosevelt Supreme Court Mew Gertrude Motley Cornelias Roosevelt Paris Motley Corneline Roosevelt France Bob

Mormon influence questioned in Utah election hints

Percy Heath of Baltimore, secretary of the Republican National Committee, said in Indianapolis that Mormon control of Utah's legislature could decide the outcome. He doubted the party could determine the result and noted the church's influence on candidate selection. Heath spoke en route to Loukas Vile and emphasized uncertainty over which Mormon would be elected.

Indianapolis Ind Percy Heath Balt Like Republican National Committee Loukas Vile Kye Utah Per Legisature

Striking Mill Workers Stir Up Panting Night in Limoges

Strikers in Limoges Haute Vienne roused the town in a violent night with street demonstrations and a clash with gendarmes. They sack houses and tried to storm the city mill as strike leader M Noel urged action claiming past revolts and executions.

Limoges Haute Vienne France M. Noel

Contractors in Cincinnati Hear Union Walking Delegates Issue

The Hamilton County Building Contractors Association in Cincinnati held a December meeting with broad industry representation. Much discussion focused on a proposed constitution governing walking delegates or Hess agents of labor unions. The aim is for contractors to recognize these delegates and to deal with unions or their committees in settlements of strikes or grievances.

Cincinnati Dee Hamilton County Building Contractors’ Association Byshin Hess

Unclear Washington Ambiguities Prompt Diplomacy Note

The report states a state of tension in Washington with a minister granted leave of absence, and possible transfer to Liberia. It notes unofficial friction in the diplomatic circle and a recent personal clash between the minister and a local official, with unspecified repercussions.

Washington Der Atote de Periment Ote ETA Cronchnid United States Liberia Minteter Fite Ordnaten Crimslond Miskaur

Altonas Co Patrons Fight Artificial Light Price Hike

Complaint filed by patrons accuses Altonas Co of increasing the price of artificial light by seven cents per thousand, triggering a rush to stock up when prices fell previously from 1.58 to 20. The claimants say they are now practically forced to endure the higher charge to illuminate their homes.

Altonas Co

Theory Explores Naylon Motive as Wife Questioned

The body of James Naylon, killed by a Barberton car Monday night, remained unclaimed at Parks' morgue. The theory centers on a possible motive tied to a wife, though witnesses and Naylon's coworkers at No ty Co heard no talk of a spouse.

James Naylon No Ty Co

Building the Great Western Covent Co Dividends Confusion

Miles, treasurer, says the Great Western Covent Co never paid dividends and that the planned payout was misunderstood by most stockholders. A dividend was declared in July but appears done without majority consent, with funds instead allocated to plant improvements and surplus reserve amid tight money markets.

Great Western Covent Co Miles Conwern Wong Wall

Milikin Faction Endorses Augmented Lil As Candidate

The Friends of the CW Militia rally support for Augmested Lil as a strong Democratic candidate in May elections. They describe him as a well known Democrat and expect his prominence to boost their odds.

Lil Mayser

Leases Closed on Oil Territory Revival of Interest Seen

A new oil company has formed with heavy investment from Youngstown and Cleveland interests to prospect for oil in the eastern Akron region. Historical wells near Barberton, east of Akron, and the old Brittain and Selberling wells are cited as precedent. The name of the company and land-tend details are not announced.

Wil County Med Switser Switzer Barberton Tyne Youngstown Cleveland Lins Setherling Brittain Akron Brittain Company Selberling Down van Campen Company van Canpen Brown St

Stock Market Rejoicing Ends With Odd Holiday Festivities

Traders on the New York stock exchange closed amid high spirits as Christmas celebrations spread through the floor. A band played while some brokers joined in playful antics on the Moor, including football tosses and leap frog, with a few cheeky feats noted.

New York Stock Exchange

Boxer McCoy Faces Grand Larceny Charge In Joke Rupture

Report says Kid McCoy was accused of taking a thousand dollar bill from stock broker David Lamar in a prank at a saloon. Cops say the incident involved a joke that led to charges of grand larceny and injunction issues. Friends defend McCoy, claiming he cannot be guilty of the joke.

New York McCoy David Lamar Steel Injunction Copia Lamair Laur Lamar Ile

Admiral Schley Recovering From Illness

Admiral Schley is reported recovering after a period of serious illness. Doctor Dixon says the naval leader has sat up and is expected to be fully rested within a few days. The note comes from Washington with brief state of health details.

Washington Dee Seles Dixon

Unreadable OCR fragment from Bright area

A garbled report from Thogieten Pennsylvania mentions Andrew CHD and Winnifnete with references to a breaker and an expected Christmas box from Jodge ray. Details are unclear due to distorted text and likely OCR errors.

Andrew Chd Treaker Authravnie Winnifnete Weiher Ae de Pever Jodgeray Andrée Hte Jodie Grop Andrew Wnd Jodo Gray Fee bin anOo Thaok Bh

No Fear Swinehart Sees European Trade Mood Shift

J A Swinehart, returning from a southern France to Austria trip, discussed European trade sentiment with a Democrat reporter. He cited England’s favorable view of U S goods, warned against a European import bloc, and noted military tensions and tariff risks that could influence Atlantic commerce.

J. A. Swinehart France Ord Tisile Berlin London Austria Interpol Ratber Cu Austins Ih Barone Carman Ferend Oberwaltersdorf Europe Telise Germany

Injunction Dissolved Over Premium Stamp Case Returns Home

The Globe Stamp Company won a temporary injunction against the plaintiff, dissolved before Christmas at cost. The case involved claims of damages and alleged interference with business in premium stamp disposal. About 87 witnesses testified for the plaintiff.

Glob Stamp Company Juve Holden Gmmunds Platurlit Y4e

Crown Prince Under Fire In Liberal Socialist Criticism

Berlin reports criticism of Crown Prince Frederick William by Liberal and Socialist factions. Liberals accuse him of political meddling while socialists urge him to remain a student and avoid politics for years to come, reflecting tension over the royal stance.

Berlin Prederik Willan Clement

Drowning at Hugill's Quarry Claims Two Boys

In Hugill's quarry below Bluff, two boys Earl Brith and Ray Brith, aged 12 and 10, drowned after the pond ice broke. Heroic efforts by bystanders failed as both went under for about half an hour. Authorities recovered bodies, assessing the pond as a dangerous, slow-freezing spring-water pool near Akron Cultivator works.

Earl Ray Brith Mer North Cotenot Hugill Burlin Huy Hugh McFarland Mickelson Mramith Akron Mr. Smith Gue Parks’ Ambulance

Doylestown Man Thos Brouse Dies at 78

Thos Brouse collapsed in his yard while feeding chickens at his Doylestown home on Wednesday morning. He is survived by a widow and four children, with funeral services slated for Saturday at his residence in Loop?ta, following the family’s note of his father’s long life in Chippewa township.

Thos. Brouse Doylestown Familly Chippewa Township Wile Browse John M. Brouse Wadsworth Maggie Brandon Akron James L. Myers Summit County Lo Ta

Sharkey Convicted of Manslaughter in Banker Slaying

New York private detective Thomae Sharkey was sentenced by Justice Davy to ten years in Sing Sing for killing banker Nicholas Frey outside a Tenderloin saloon last September. The incident followed an argument in the saloon where Frey and Sharkey plus three women were present.

New York Thomae Sharkey Nicholas Fley Sing Sing Davy Frey Sharkey Fick Te Bayker

Two Burned to Death Near Rusiaville Ind

Mrs Chas Davie and her four year old daughter were burned to death near Rusiaville Indiana on December 24. The child’s clothing caught fire and the mother, in attempting to save the child, ran about 40 yards to the nearest neighbor with the child in her arms. Both died soon after from severe burns.

Rusiaville Ind Chas, Davie

Also Mentioned on This Page

The Pope Parkhurst Devery Barber M. E. Sunday School Akron Gas Co Naylon Great Western Cereal Co DR. Millikin Admiral Schley Breaker Boy of European Combine U. S Globe Stamp Co Hugills Quarry Earl and Ray Smith Thomas Brouse Banker Fish Mie Werather
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