State oratorical contestants arrive for contest night
Contestants for the state oratorical event gather in the city with delegations from Marietta, Wooster, Pennsauken, and Wittenberg. J J Wallace of Marietta, 22, 6 ft 3 in, 210 pounds, is highlighted as a strong entrant among rivals including Hiram, Union, and Buchitel.
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Marietta
J. J. Wallace
Hiram
Woodward
Ian
Wooster
Buchtel
U.S
CC Carlton
Buehtel
Akron
Hard Fight to Save Rogers Life Sealed in Court
In Cleveland on February 20 one of the fiercest courtroom battles occurred as Attorney W H Boyd argued against the death penalty for Verne Rogers, accused killer of Madge Babcock. Keeler closed, Babcock delivered the charge, and jurors were to decide the outcome tonight.
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Rogers
Cleveland, O
W. H. Boyd
Keeler
Madge Babcock
Plans in sale include Canton Massillon Akron project
An official of the N O P Co stated Thursday that the Canton Massillon Akron electric railway plans are included in the sale to Tucker Anthony Co of Rosin. The deal may delay new construction yet aims to complete double tracking and a bridge at George beyond possible Akron city lines, with plans tying into Turkeyfoot Lake. Julius Whiting of Canton, linked to Turkeyfoot leverage, figures in the evolving deal as Tucker Anthony’s syndicate remains strong. completion is anticipated this year.
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N.O. P. Co
Canton, Massillon
Orge
Akron
Tucker-Anthony
Julius Whiting
Canton
Turkeyfoot
Tucker-Anthony & Co
Canton-Akron
Canton, Massillon & Akron
Massillon
Keyfoot Lake
Falling Clay Tragedy At Pit Leaves Man Dead
Charles Halliwill, 2 years old, killed at the Pit Bower Pipe clay bed when a heavy clay block dislodged onto him after he drove a load into the pit and left his team near men drilling. Asa Whitestine employed Halliwill as a teamster for Cone tractor. The accident occurred Wednesday at 2 pm.
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Charles Halliwill
Halliwill
Cone Tractor Asa Whitestine
Tragic Accident Near Frost Melt Causes City Collapse
A man was killed when struck on the head as frost melted under the sun, with the victim almost certainly fatally injured. If moved feet to either side he might have survived. Funeral services are planned at the Kite home, 110 Burset, at 2 pm on Balurday.
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Hin
Bidders Named in Village Dynamo Motor Contract
In Cuyahoga Falls on February 20 the bids for furnishing a dynamo and engine to the village for power at the electric light and water works station were opened. The record shows thirteen bidders entered the competition.
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Cuyahoga Falls
Electric Light and Waiter Works
Leon
Miners' Demands Forge March Meeting in Massillon
Robert Tone, district president of the United Mine Workers, calls for a March 6 meeting to push reform of the wage agreement ahead of the April 1 Interstate miners and operators pact. A joint conference is planned for March 10, with eight hour workday demands for engineers. Operators refuse concessions, raising fears of disrupted operations and a potential expansion of stoppages.
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Massillon
Robert Tone
United Mine Workers
Walt
Banquet Honors Potters Union Secretary at K O T M Hall
A Potters union event in K O T M hall drew over 400 potters and families for a banquet and ball in honor of East Liverpool C Mr T Duffy national secretary. Thomas Mumford served as master of ceremonies. Duffy praised organized labor as protection for workers and advocated shorter workdays and improved machinery for operator comfort.
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Potters’ Union
T. M. Hall
T. Dulty
East Liverpool
Thomas Mumford
Mumford
Duffy
Wowan
Organizing Labor and Equal Pay Debate at Meeting
Remarks urged unity among workers across genders to secure fair wages and collective strength. Speakers argued women should not be pitted against men and urged union membership to improve conditions, followed by a social hour with dancing as the evening concluded.
Companion of victim survives Swinéhart clay pit explosion
Mr van Thomas of Chittenden Street was badly wounded in the Swinéhart clay pit blast but suffered no internal injuries. He stood within feet of the hull keg explosion, his companion at his side killed instantly, yet he is rapidly recovering.
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van Thomas
Chittenden St
Swinéhart
Aris
Thomis
Young People's Society for Self Culture formed
Under Rov T A Tindemuth a new literary society was organized at the First Presbyterian church. The Young People's Society for Self Culture aims to promote wholesome social life and inner refinement through music art and literature. It begins with about 40 members and is widetominational. The first regular meeting is March 8 and meetings occur every three weeks afterward.
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Rov. T. A. Tindemuth
Lierary Society
Young People's Society For Self Culture
Night bill savings via postal cards proposal
The No. T. plans to switch to postal cards to cut costs in sending bills. Previously the envelope system burdened the post, with gas firms supporting a costly method. Using postal cards could save about one cent per item and reduce labor.
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NO. T
Bowiies
Pyatelat
Opposed to Abandonment of Canal in Ohio Hearing
Columbus Feb 20 special correspondence reports the House Public Works committee heard Coshocton delegates led by Capt Lybarger and ex-Senator Gev Sieber opposing canal abandonment Akron water supply relies on southern reservoirs. Senator Harrison introduced a bill creating a five member commission to study canals and report by June, aiming to decide repair or abandonment with full data.
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Columbus
House Committee On Public Works
Coshocton
Capt. Lybarger
State Board of Public Works
Gev. W. Sieber
Akron
Harrison
Mothers and Teachers Meet at Crosby School
The Kindergarten Mothers' Circle of Crosby School met on Thursday at 3 p.m. The program included a piano duet by Mrs. Moran Roane and Miss Eva Carmichael, devotional exercises by Mrs. A.T. Durant, a solo "Children's Dreams" by Airs Williard Wheeler, a talk "Art as Related to Little Children" by Mrs. Eva A. Allen, a discussion, and a solo "Little Boy Blue" by Miss Grace Sylla, closing with "Blest be the Tie That Binds" sung by Mrs. Wheeler.
Riot victims to receive aid bonds under proposed plan
A special correspondence from Columbus reports a plan to issue bonds to reimburse individuals who suffered losses in the Akron riots. The proposal would authorize 150,000 dollars in bonds to cover losses, with adjustments lowering the borse amount to 125,000 and allocating 7,500 dollars for related costs.
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Columbus
Akron
New Jewelry Fad Captures New York Audiences
In New York February 90 Calvo debuts a jeweled hand harness as part of the mime performance Messalive. The elaborate turquoise and gold embellishment attracts attention from fashion readers, with Calve wearing the device during key moments to display graceful movement and striking effect.
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New York
Calvo
Messalive
Calve's
Ike
Cbs
Knell
Iy Oleg
Calve
Akron Real Estate Boom Expected Amid Housing Demand
Real estate dealers report a strong call for rental homes in Akron with prices from 12 to 18 dollars monthly. Builders foresee a busy season, boosted by favorable weather, with many contracts waiting and more houses and additions likely. Lumber prices are projected higher this year, while overall building costs stay near last year’s levels.
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Akron
Boeing
Ak- Yon
Ih Las
Binlding
Dean Jonae
Akron Bequest of Ethan Alling Aids Destitute Children
In Twinsburg and Akron, funds from Ethan Alling’s will support clothing and food for poor children and Sunday school access. Trustees have varied over time, with recent years diverting dividends to general poverty relief, contrary to Alling’s aim. Akron seeks to appoint two new trustees to ensure funds reach intended charitable uses.
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Than Alling
Joe Kendall
Democrat
Tele Joe
Mr. Alling
Twinsburg
Med
Cleveluni, Columbus & Chuckyatl
Akron
Alling
James 8
Cleveland Bie
Kendall
Boots Diacks
Mioney
Lieutenant Conger Brings Bride to Akron in 19th Century Wedding
Cards announce the Boston ceremony of Miss Margaret Guild and Lieut A T Conger of the 17th United States Infantry. Conger and bride arrived in Akron Thursday. Gen Hughes and wife expected soon, Conger to wear his father’s uniform at home after March 1.
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A. L. Conger
Akron
Margaret Guild
A. T. Conger
Eegseenth United States Infantry
Boston
Mass
Conger
Gen
Conger Lome
Lieut
Gen. Hughes
Belde
Col. A. Ly
Ba Wag
Funeral of Mrs Wright Akron-bound remales from Chicago
The funeral of Mrs Mary Helen Wright widow of the Interutiin Wright took place in Akron after arrival from Chicago Wednesday morning. Services were held at 11 o clock at Mr Mred H Stuart residence, conducted by Rev Howard MacvAyeal of First Congregational church with music by New dimes Haynes Ol Mesure Pindley and Putt. About 18 relatives and close friends accompanied the remains from Chicago to Akron. Weather notes mention snow or rain tonight and Friday with rising temperatures.
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Dimes Haynes
Mesure
Pindley
Chignge
Ampeviat
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Studets
Union
Maretta
Pennieun
Wittenberg
Buehhtel
Chase Halliwell
Potters
Evan Thomas
Ethan Alling
Mary Helen
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