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Newspaper
Akron Daily Democrat
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1902
Page
6
A fragmentary reminiscence of German Christmas customs and the spirit of holiday generosity. The text evokes Kris Kringle, family warmth, and humble celebrations among poor and middle households. It describes traditional foods, gifts, carols, and festive streets reflecting communal merriment.
An early health ad claims Scott's Emulsion boosts exhausted bodies and lungs, helping consumptives gather strength to fight the disease. It presents the emulsion as a breathing aid and a remedy that can restore energy and health.
Mrs C C Hurd of Thid Sty Musca Hoey Tayl well known in her area as an ME Church worker says LaGrippe left her with heart trouble nervous debility and dyspepsia. She reports relief after using Pills and Nervine from Dr Miles Medical Co and cites her son’s recovery to support the remedy. The public notice urges sending for a free Nervous Diseases booklet.
Fragmented text lists many names and places and mentions trials or notices. Readers shown as units, with references to counties and territories, and a stray note about a solicitation or claim. The legibility is poor and key facts are not recoverable.
The ad promotes Acker's Dyspepsia Tablets claiming relief for indigestion and related symptoms. It lists distributors and firms such as Hooker & Co and others, touting experimental freebies and mail-in samples. The copy uses dated phrasing and several misspellings typical of a historical advertisement.
A fragmentary note describes The Akronians entertainment plan amid disputed events at Akron courts. It hints at a benefit performance by local groups and mentions Elites and poets, with references to schedules and appeals, all framed in a cautious civic tone.
A city theater plans a dress rehearsal for the first two arias this Saturday morning before a broader staging. Workers including carpenters and directors will transform the stage to resemble Silver Lake for part one and the Pacific American for part two. Photographs of the event draw crowds to the Walsh block Windows display.
Caracas December 24 reports the German airship Falke cruising off the coast of Venezuela and playing a notable role in Germanys display against the South American Republic. The picture of Emperor Wilhelm is sourced from a late photograph.
Passenger trains ran unusually high on the day before Christmas as travelers packed the rails. Trains and freight moved heavily with Union Depot seating strained after dinner, as people headed to homes of friends and relatives in all directions. Roads and rails remained busy with crews ferried by trains.
Cornelian Mans and Anthony Lyons both deaf mutes were arraigned before Justice Burke in Joseph Missouri on a charge of disturbing the peace of their landlady Mrs Ida Schleicher who is also a deaf mute. A dozen witnesses testified that the defendants used profane language and caused a table to fall during a heated altercation with John Leonard, 140, a mute.
An advertorial cites Dr A W Obie and the nerve pills by A W Sihane claiming to ease sleepless nights. It touts stronger nerves, less wakefulness, and faster rest with frequent use, urging readers to try the product from a New York address.
Cattle deaths rise in Palatka area as cattle ingest Hyacinth sprayed for pest control. Government efforts to exterminate the pest in Florida waters disrupt operations and trigger investigations.
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