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Newspaper

Akron Daily Democrat

Location

Akron, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 25, 1902

Page

2

Premise in Rural Free Delivery Debate Sparks Anger

Washington afternoon paper highlights claims that four mail box companies control the free rural delivery system. A. W. Machen denies the accusations, says he will confront the manufacturers, and asserts no favoritism or stock influence affects route locations. He cites manufactured boxes and alleged advance location information as key issues in the dispute.

Washington A. W. Machen Ganarel Muperti Rapa Deiivers Toto Corbin Lack Nox Go Bridgeport Century Co Detenit Mieh Ron Sten Pont Co Adrian, Mieh Na Toledo Manistaetire Ueadinal Wienewertion Tie Department Matoo Toledo

Local Playhouses Hit By Fragmented Ad Copy

The Grand Opera house announces matinee and evening performances today with a mix of theater and vaudeville acts. Promotions praise sensational stages and touring acts, while critics note inconsistent text and mixed content about acts such as Kerry Gow and Telety Hs.

Grand Opera House AKC New York Witnersing Kerry Gow Catonial Iowa

Boy Hurt In Street Collision Near Cherry Wil Howard

Nine year old Thomas Game was struck by a horse drawn wagon at the corner of Cherry Wil Howard. The vehicle passed over his leg, leaving several wounds as he was dragged briefly before helpers arrived. He received medical care including calomel and other remedies.

Thomas Game Booth Howard van Owe Tian Woleek Welliesing Cherry Wil Howard Polit AL Planer Marheriin Mayet Palle Miri Clvowley Ene Jagdine Anstiow Kelley Zotlowef

Akron Rubber Co plans two Ashland additions

The Akron Democrat reports Ching Rubber Co of Akron plans two additions at Ashland for expansion. One building will be 100 by 60 feet and the other 100 by 9 feet, both four stories high, with Camp Construction Co. handling most work. The plant will start operation in time.

Ching Rubber Co Akron Ashland Sion Hitwen Tale

Franchise Por Short Line Hearing Before Officials

Unclear notes report a Tuesday hearing before commissioners regarding a franchise for a short line railway. Mentions death and references Teanehion and Howe with a West corporation line. Details and names are fragmented.

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Untitled fragment hints at food quality and health claims

Fragmentary text mentions digestion health, appetite suppression, and a doubtful product claim. References Walther Peploni and Gamal Bice appear with warnings of dubious benefits and a price of $1.00. The passage lacks clear events or verification details.

Walther Gamal Bice

Divorce by Proxy in Cleveland Case Report

A divorce by proxy proceeding is described involving Mire Frey 16 and her partner Willian the Laven ti Sydow Port Mer in Cleveland. The record notes a proxy participation, a decree granted after a period of separation, and references to witnesses and a courtroom event with limited readable details.

Cleveland Tee Mire Frey Dorn Willian Dori Ford Altornoxs

Story of a Denied Police Report on a Street Incident

An unclear police narrative describes a confrontation involving a young person, a bystander, and several named figures. The text references injuries, alleged actions, and locations but remains largely garbled and unverified, with names and details difficult to confirm.

Tuesay Aarne Atwell

Impostor Arrested After Soliciting at Local Church

Jemica Brennan was arrested Wednesday afternoon on intoxication and seeking money from Howie. He claimed to solicit for the Salvation Army, with details noting attempts to obtain funds for drink. He visited Rev. A B Coates and the Salvation Army headquarters, with Adjutant Geo. Joome r and others reporting the incident. Unsure if any funds reached the Salvation Army as officers investigate.

Bourke Salvation Army Lowe A.B. Coates Coates Joomer Bern Diego Hiatt

Ambit Mn holiday notes reveal a broad guest list and a wedding

A jumble of names and places details personal visits and upcoming ceremonies. Anna Mason hosts in Ambit while Adella Swinehart and Grace Pouchot plan gatherings. several couples are noted for imminent weddings and family visits span Cleveland Akron Orrville and Kenturay with church services and receptions referenced.

Anna Mason Ambit Zell Oveville Adella Swinehart Flalé Selnell Cleveland Mise Grace Pouchot Cathaly Ave Jol A. Dorey

Real Estate Transfers Listing Numerous Property Shifts

A long list itemizes real estate transfers including numerous فرد transfers in Portage, Edge, Bowery, North Weld, Franklin, Lake and Richfield townships, with buyer and seller names such as McKay, Sackett, Shunk, Wrink ly Sheri Savate, and Kenyon plus parcels ranging from 1 acre to 80 feet, values up to 40000, across multiple towns and streets.

Fulentes Shunk Edge St John Wd Agathy Alete George Sackett Portage Sheri Vroe North Weld Agg Swift Wilk Dongline Tenry & Monten Soll Karnave Et Corntine Tela Wrany

Water Shut Off Notice Disconnects City Supply

An attorney reports a water shut off affecting a limited area due to pipe issues tied to the market and local officials. The notice warns residents of service disruption expected to last several minutes to restore supply and advises preparation for temporary loss of water.

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Dyspepsia Cure Promises Relief and Vitality

Fragmentary ad style text mentions a dyspepsia cure and claims relief for indigestion and heartburn. It references potential products and names in an unclear promotional context, with jumbled phrases and stray capitalized terms suggesting a vintage medical remedy advertisement.

Moths and Seamen Meet in Curious Timely Topic

A fragmentary, misread article item references moths and seamen, with garbled names and phrases. It hints at a discussion on weather, health products, and a warning voice from a titled source, with uncertain details and many unreadable terms. The piece reads like a quirky, era-tinged column prompt.

Unclear historical incident report with medic exposure

Fragmentary OCR text describes an overdose involving laudanum and lindane with unclear names and details. It notes someone named Lewis reported he was out of danger this morning and resting. The passage is garbled and lacks coherent facts.

Curry Bie

Escaped From the Police Case Recited in Court

Fragmentary historical report recounts an escape from officers and a courtroom scene. A judge and counsel debate the case as Matthew Carpenter and Mrs Kpeaites feature in the narrative. The tone suggests a strained judicial proceeding with limited readable details.

Enn Matthew Carpenter

Fragmentary note hints at memory and kindness

A garbled text fragment reflects on kindness and memory, mentioning a dove and a gentle feeling. It reads like a stray line from a poem or diary with unclear origin and several misspelled words. The piece evokes introspection without clear events or identifiable names.

Persistent Lovers and Courts of Bold Pursuit

An anthology of famed wooing episodes from Voltaire to Sheridan and Disraeli, recounting stubborn suitors who persist despite fierce refusals. Tales include Jacob Halliday’s yearly flood of proposals, Sheridan’s elopement to a French nunnery, and Beaconsfield’s wooing memories, preserving a light, humorous note on steadfast love.

Voltaire Jacob Halliday England Jacob Nicholson Mr. Halliday Abe Sheridan Linley Bath Indy Miss Linley Lord Beacons Teld Disraeli Disraet Mra Lawlere Cour Mra Lewis Diernell Jane

Bold suitor wins by boldness in quest for wife

A swashbuckling tale recalls a lover who demanded consent at a noble house. He stood firm facing angry parents and ghostly ancestors, finally earning approval with a bold, if cheeky, challenge to leave. The anecdote parallels a similar stunt attributed to Bismarck.

Prince Bismarck

Mad Anthony Wayne Sanest Soldier In Washington Army

The piece profiles "Mad Anthony" Wayne titled as the sanest, coolest soldier in Washington's army. It quotes Toby Spears on his leadership at Stony Point and Virginia, notes his training of neighbors, and recounts his famous shaved head discipline and dog guards. The anecdotal account blends praise with era-appropriate colorful detail from Harper's and Chicago News.

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