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Newspaper

Akron Daily Democrat

Location

Akron, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1902

Page

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Hague Acceptance Seen for Venezuela Dispute

Washington dispatches from December 24 indicate the State Department expects a public announcement that the Venezuelan dispute will be referred to The Hague for arbitration. Reports from London and Berlin described dispatches that may signal acceptance of the President’s proposal to designate The Hague as the court of arbitration.

Washington State Department Hague Official Department England Germany Court of Arbitration

British Topaz Captain Explains Puerto Cabello Bombardment

Capt Davison of the Topaz says Venezuelan soldiers forced off his crew and held in a foul cell with no food. Freed by the American consul, he reported to a British warship. Britain demanded an apology from Venezuela, which was refused, leading to shelling of the town.

Kingston Jamaica Davison Topaz Puerto Cabello Venezuela

Record New York 1902 railroad car output exceeds prior year

Returns from the railroad Gazette show about 1447 cars built in 1902 for elevated railways and similar uses, a record output surpassing the previous year by 26,042 units. Locomotives totaled around 4700 across multiple plants, a number aligning with the year's broad manufacturing pace.

New York Railroad Gazette LHL Neninet US

Treacherous Ice Warning at Summit Lake Park

Chas Mlenchos, proprietor of Summit Lake park, asks the Democrat to note that Summit Lake ice, though looking fair, is treacherous. The piece cites varied notices about ice quality and cautions that old-time enthusiasm can wane with sudden appearances of weak spots.

Chas Mlenchos Summit Lake Park Democrat Summit Lake Christus Tay

Fire Tragedy At Ploreotiald Claims Family

Reported arson destroys a home at Ploreotiald killing Mrs King and her two children. Three men inside the house were fatally burned. Authorities begin a rigid investigation into the fire’s origin.

Malone

Pillip Kitte Commission Spends $40,000 Fight Cholera

Washington reports the Pillip Kitte Commission has expended 40000 dollars in an effort to stamp out the cholera scourge per a repeat received by the Bureau of Twila Aliies.

Washington Pillip Kitte Commission Bureau of Twila Aliies

Colossal Smuggling Ring Discovered in Manila Bay

Advices from Manila Bay report the Customs Department of the Archipelago uncovered a colossal smuggling system costing the government vast sums. Col HB McCoy, deputy collector, says a large chartered transport service carried illicit cargo under the guise of legitimate trade, enabling a vast coast trade network.

Washington Manila Bay Customs Department of Archipelago HB. McCoy Customs Uniy Transport Service Hyeie Promt Col. McCoy

Controversial Canteen Law Debate Roils West Point

An edited clipping shows Dr Jonn J Mactardy of Youngstown condemning the canteen issue. The discussion centers on military officers heading to the Philippines and a demand that the canteen law stay in effect, urging voters to back a moral, rational approach.

Columbus Jonn J. Mactardy Youngstown West Point Wis Philippines Wiayace Iim Ube Hat Phe

Milk wagon cash box theft reported in city

B A Taylor of Pathawn reported a theft from his milk wagon on North Howard Street. A cash box holding 100.50 and a small account book valued at 100.50 were stolen after the wagon was lifted. Police were notified at 6 o'clock.

B.A. Taylor Pathawn North Howard St

New Era in Commercial Cable Linking Hawaii to Manila

The project of a transpacific cable from Honolulu to Manila marks a new era in U S Pacific development. The line, part of a four-link system totaling about 8 000 miles, follows the Mackay legacy and aims to connect Midway and China with Honolulu as a hub. The first link completes within a year, with each segment averaging 2 000 miles.

Francisco Honolulu United States Pacific Islands John We Mackay Manila Hawaii Midway Islands Asiatic China

Cable message from Salverton to Henolin completes link

A cable from the Salverton to Sir Coach Henolin concludes the cable project as Gov Doles greets President Titoney eit in a farewell/recognition gesture. The exchange marks a milestone in communications linking official figures across regions.

San Francisco Salverton Saya Henolin Gov. Doles Titoney Eit

Note dispute over five thousand dollar Kenton loan

A note for five thousand dollars from First National Bank of Kenton to Austinin Millne and Co and Geo W. Crouse is dated August 15, 1902 and signed by General W Crowe as president. Interest and due dates noted. defendants claim misunderstanding regarding the note.

Salvation Army Distributes Food To Poor At Christmas

The Salvation Army gave away about 200 baskets of food to the city’s poor on Christmas morning. Dozens attended seeking aid while Army members delivered dinners to homes. Christmas services were held in the hall, with Adjutant Jaeger recounting how funds were obtained and distributed.

Salvation Army Heinle Army Chel Lomes Christman Christine Wee Wen Allele Adjutant Jaeger Alger

Canton Akron Railway Buyback Talks Surface in Northern Ohio

The Canton Akron line remains a subject of heated debate as Northern Ohio plans stretch to extend ties to Cleveland, Akron, Massillon, and Medina. Negotiations for a Canton Akron purchase are expected after year’s start, with Everett and Moore associates facing a reshaped financing landscape and broader asset reallocation within the H and M syndicate.

Te Hoing Cineloe Remia Toeel Barberton Hine Dobawon Corurs Wadsworth Meadtine Everett Canton Akron Mesias Everett Atoore Currie

Summit County to push full rural free delivery plan

County leaders in Summit County vow full rural free delivery across the district. Genawa Ashland Summit Trumbull and Portage counties will receive 40 routes in Summit, with plans for complete service coverage statewide.

Sutem Tnt Cen Ath Summit Hia Genawa Ashland Trumbull Portage Sumit

Retired on Full Pay for Life in Local Firm Case

A fragment describes a BF Good Tieh Co employee pension dispute at 207 Bellett, noting retirement on full pay for life and a shop incident with a guard or watchman. Warnings and unclear details suggest discharge or settlement related to long service.

Barber’s Ewan Reports Monday Jaw Injury Update

The sheriff reported that John H. Barber’s jaw fracture was reduced on Wednesday night. Bandages were applied and his suffering was eased, though he has said nothing about the crime he is accused of. Elders have not yet spoken with him. the hall’s family has urged seeing him.

John H. Barber Stell

Will Orate Contest Invites Akron High Schools

Western Reserve University in Cleveland has sent notices to leading high schools including Akron, inviting students to participate in an oratorical contest to be held soon. No date has been announced and Akron High School will act once details are learned.

Akron High School Akron Akron High Seloo

Weather Forecast Warns of Extreme Cold in Southeast Region

A fragmented weather note warns of a sharp cold wave moving from New York toward the lower James Valley and Florida. It predicts freezing temperatures tonight extending into extreme northern Florida with possible two to three days of cold, strengthening wind chill in the area.

Bond Forfeiture Declared in Local Court Case

The court forfeited the bond of WW Marriner after a Friday arraignment. The defendant appeared, but the proceedings indicated continued failure to meet obligations. The case involves a cash bond of 620, with court costs awarded to the winner.

Marriner Poincourt Cortera

Inquiry Into Expenditures Of Commission Sparks Prospective Scandal

Washington reports promise of scandal from the inquiry into expenses of the Indiana capital commission. Rep Hepburn chairs the interstate commerce committee. Questions arise over funds 100000, salaries 14000, and travel costs. Critics say lacks published expense lists and tries to expose favoritism in appointments.

Washington Hepiuch Town Committee of Interstate and Foreign Commerce del G Walker Hepburn Sea Army Agit Navy aMeers Mehrank Jathienye Benastore Congress Hopbuzu

Millionaire Donates 90000 for Penang Orphanage

Dec 26 report notes a wealthy donor named Bliss contributed 90,000 dollars to establish an orphanage in Penang. The facility aims to house 11 girls associated with Masone and state relief efforts spanning two decades.

Bliss

Shaw predicts currency bill fate this winter

Weebington dispatch reports Shaw declares no currency bill will pass Congress this session. He cites Senate and representatives as unlikely to support elastic currency. Analysts see varied opinions on the best way to tune monetary policy this winter.

Weebington Congress

Three Firemen Die in Brooklyn Sugar Works Blaze

In Brooklyn the Arbuille sugar works fire claimed three firefighters dead and four others injured. Two workers were severely burned and several employees were laid off. Fire Chief Thomas Coppinger and Lt. Philip Deffeys were among the casualties as the blaze broke out in the cooper shop. Estimated loss reaches 300000 dollars.

New York Arbuille Brooklyn Michael O'Toole Wyckeff St. Engine Company Philip Deffeys Tuchoas F. Coppinger Batt Hon

Funeral for Earl and Ray Smith at North Union home

The funeral for Earl and Ray Smith will be held at the home of Mr and Mrs Charlee D Smith on North Union 1 at 1 o clock Saturday. The bodies were moved from the morgue to the Smith residence Friday afternoon.

Earl and Ray Smith

Pope Leo Receives Christmas Felicitations

Pope Tao in Rome received thousands of Christmas messages from around the world. A total of 635 cableslams arrived from America as part of the holiday goodwill.

Rome Der Tao America

Stricken in Church Death of Mrs Brennen at Saint Renny’s

Mrs Thnuws Brennen of 805 Samnor died after a heart distress during early service at St Renny's church. She was taken home and died en route. She leaves a large family. funeral noted for Saturday morning.

Renny Thnuws Brennen Samnor At Teltg

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