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Newspaper

Akron Daily Democrat

Location

Akron, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1902

Page

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Dying in Jail Behind Escape Case in Butler

Butler Pennsylvania February reports detail the capture of the Biddles after a snowbound highway pursuit. Mrs Soffel wounded and in hospital, Edward and Jack Biddle dying in custody, with confessions suggesting a planned suicide rather to be recaptured. Authorities discuss warrants, possible charges against Mrs Soffel, and the jailbreak sequence on the New Castle road near Mt Chestnut.

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Declined Fire Insurance Payment Over Liquor in House

Mr Teil Veon v British Merchant Insurance Co involves a disputed fire policy claim. Veon operated a hotel known as the Ridney Hons and argued that liquor was kept in the house, while the insurer declined payment. The suit, tried in court, resulted in payment of the policy after partial recovery, with the court noting the policy omitted certain conditions.

Teil Veon Hrntish Merchant Insurance Co Mit Yeon Stow Wasvuabilp Kkuta Com Hauer Hove Voor Foley

Kubelik's Luck Opens with Big Chicago Fortunes

Jan Kubelik will perform four concerts at the Auditorium theater in Chicago this afternoon and will likely earn nearly $22,000, with records expected to fall for the runs.

Chicago Jan Kubelik Auditorium Theater

Flood drains canal valley and sparks political clash

Flooding sweeps through the canal valley inundating rubber shops and homes. Akron residents fear reservoirs south of the city could be turned into public parks, as Representative Wim voices concerns over embankments and potential flood peril. Local figures debate canal abandonment and state land sales amid the controversy.

Water St Wim Buehtel Mr. Buehhtel

Explosion near 1208 South Broadway fire scare

Errant gasoline in a lamp caused a near disaster Monday at 1208 Routh Broadway as an explosion shook a residence. Neighbors reported a loud blast and a window was blown out while a bystander threw a ham to safety. no major injuries were listed and the fire department responded promptly.

Routh Broadway Aaron Hubler

Akron to Have Largest Delegation at Olin League Meeting

Special Correspondent Columbus O February 4 The Olin League of Municipalities meets next Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday in Akron Ohio Delegates are expected from at least thirty cities and towns led by Akron with more than 25 representatives Akron officials plan to nominate Mayor Linkhart for president while Cincinnati Toledo and Payton are also sending delegates

Columbus Junoil Olin League of Municipalities Wiere Uesday Wedesday Stinemile County Neali Linkhart League

High School Talks on Boys Values At Gleewell

Professor Roney of Chicago addressed the pupils of the High school on Wednesday afternoon. His talk focused on training boys in values. Both high school societies begin with small but bright prospects. The Academic Society has 22 new members and the Philomithean 26, the largest joins in years. The term is nearly at capacity with attendance higher than ever. The chapel has been rereated to secure best outcomes, and each pupil now has a fixed seat for the term.

Roney Chicago Lrge Gilleweo

Gates Has Made a Million in Road Sales

New York reports John W. Gates has achieved another fortune through a deal involving sale of a group of roads in the Missouri Valley region. Estimates suggest a potential gain of 10,000,000 in money and securities, with various parties connected to the transaction.

Hive Made Bierastroie Ool Moree IM Group Weeville Hiro Missouri Jirai Securities

Shake up promised as police chief accuses officers

Chief of Police Durkin announces a broad probe into officer conduct. He alleges neglect of duty and falsified reports by Patrol Operator Edward J. Russell and others, aiming to restore proper police service despite political pulls and resistance from veteran officers. Hearing on Russell charges postponed. Roswell cites illness.

Edward J. Russell Durkin Jeter City Snell Poller Enel W. B. Doyle Ann Russell Pan Roswell

Democrats of Barberton and Norton organize primaries

Organizers named Wyo A Mottewane as president James McNamir as secretary and A 4 Lausk Irenauren as key figures. An executive committee includes ward and township members with W A Mort Ward Manuel Wernta John Davis and others. A meeting was set for Wednesday evening February 1 to fix a date for the spring primaries.

Barberton Norton Township Wyo A. Mottewane James McNamir Lausk Irenauren Avet Ward W. A. Mort A. Manuel Wernta John Davis B. Wi. Mitchell Moses Hastings Paul Wo Dratemin Geo. Weyriekstrom B.S. Wagner Flag, Jr John Wider John Mences

HOURIET Pathfinder's New President

Mr C Houriet chosen supreme president by Pathfinders trustees Saturday to fill vacancy caused by the death of RK Steiner. Harvey Smith of Massillon, Stark county treasurer, elected to assist Houriet. Houriet, Akron Realty Co. figure and close ally of Steiner, praised as a rising local business leader. New trustees named include Geo Bart y Fred B. Smith Dr W G Shivobs A Stebbins and U J Hourlet.

C. @. Houriet Pathfader Steiner Harvey Smith Massilton Stark County Houriet Akron Akron Realty Co The Pathinde Barty Fred B. Smith W. G. Shivobs A. Stebbins U. J. Hourlet

Republican County Exec Committee Meets in Walsh

The Republican County Executive Committee will meet in Walsh on February 15 at 1 p.m. to arrange for the April primary election.

Republican County Executive Committee Walsh Blork

New Choir Organized at West Congregation Church

Friday evening a new choir was organized at West Congregation Church under the direction of Mrs Frances Marvin who will lead the soloist at the celebration next year. Marvin and the choir will have charge of the service tomorrow.

Frances Marvin

I Have Absolute Faith In the Future Says J P Morgan

A distorted excerpt quotes J P Morgan asserting absolute faith in the nation’s future and continuous prosperity. The garbled speech hints at confidence in business strength and long-term growth, implying optimism about the country’s economic trajectory.

J. P. Morgan

W. C. T. U. Meeting Notice

The regular meeting of the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union will be held this Monday afternoon at 4 o clock. Mr A M Coats will lead devotional exercises and Mr Kelly Bays will present a paper describing the work of the W C T U.

Regulay Tle Christian Dewowpance

Plan to discuss new charter for Akron and Youngstown

Representives Wm Huchtel and colleagues will meet Mahoning County officials in Columbus Monday to discuss a proposed government reform if the Pretabler bill fails. The idea is to elect city commissioners, reduce their number, and make the mayor an ex officio member, with the aim to replace prior arrangements without cost or harm.

Milsdioh Wm. Huchtel Mahoning Canity Columbus Akron Youngstown Mr. Huchtel Ron Cilles

Fountain Pens Add To the Cost of the General Assembly of Ohio

Special Correspondence from Columbus notes Ohio's legislature faces high costs. Four weeks into the current General Assembly about 56,000 dollars has been spent on contingent expenses, salaries, and staff. An additional 8500 dollars covers fountain pens supplied to all members, costing 130 dollars each, marking a first in state history.

General Assembly of Ohio Columbus

Gas supply crisis unsettles Akron area residents

Amid a gas shortage many residents rush to coal and early breakfasts. The Akron Gas Co. reported hundreds of orders as workers stabilized lines and warned of cold impacts, while officials planned actions to ensure safe supply and prevent outages through the morning.

Akron Gas Co

Funeral for Edwin McCauley Held in Hide Watt

The funeral of Edwin McCauley, a prominent citizen of Hide Watt, was held this afternoon following services at Bright's. Mr McCauley age unidentified due to the garbled text.

Edwin McCauley Edwift McCauley Hidewatt Bright Mr. Metauley

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Warden Soffel Chloroform Kubelik Canal Valley Mr. Buchtel Buebrel Volimbus Gates New York Hel John W. Gates Police Barberton and Norton Democrats Pathfinder N. R. Steiner Order Plevpont Morgan P. Morgan W. C. T. U. Meeting Mahoning County Lichtqwest
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