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Akron Daily Democrat

Location

Akron, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1902

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Prince Henry Receives Formal Welcome in New York

Prince Henry of Prussia arrives aboard the Kronprinz Wilhelm in New York after a stormy voyage. Admiral Evans formally greets him and presents diplomatic and press representatives as crowds line the riverfront. The Prince expresses pleasure at visiting and hopes for good relations with the United States.

New York Kronpring Wilhelm Emperor Willd Germany Prince Henry Prussia Fort Wadsworth Robley D. Evans Prine Kronprinz Wilheim Byausx A. KR. Richter Kronprinz Naval Offcer United States Aditi Evans Cael Petnee Courley Prion Hobetizol Torn

Prince Henry's Ride to Capital Slower than Expected

The Baltimore today notes the slow journey of the train carrying Prince Henry of Prussia from Jersey City to Washington. The voyage, described as exceedingly slow, continues with no indication of a rapid acceleration as officials prepare for the next leg.

Baltimore Prince Henry of Prussia National Capital Jersey City

Tax Reform Worries Republicans In Summit County

Special correspondence from Columbus reports Summit County taxpayers would pay 46,834.12 less next year if state corporation taxes rise under pending reform. The piece discusses proposed measures, the Willis bill adding a tax on corporate capital stock, and criticisms of state boards, with Senator Moor of Athens advocating reform and cost concerns shaping Republican votes.

Columbus Summit County Rummit County Republica Senate Oblo Humerone Hax Wbont Renator Moor Athens Jon KJ. Murdoch

Opposed Akron and Youngstown government change in Youngstown meeting

A Saturday night gathering in Youngstown voiced strong opposition to the proposed bill creating a two commissioner and mayor controlled city government for Akron and Youngstown. The meeting approved a resolution urging passage this session or a special session, with Kyx Lieut and Gov. Jones presiding.

Akron Youngstown Board of Control al- Hiougi W. G. Muag W. d. Williams Mahoning County Hey Stind Kyx-Lleut Gov. Jones

Fire damages Antlers club residence in Akron district

Fire partially gutted the Antlers club home at 037 East Market St injuring no one seriously. Cause traced to a lit paper and a discarded match in the cellar. contents were largely saved as fire departments 1 and 2 battled the blaze. Members plan a meeting Monday to secure a new home as the organization recovers.

East Market Sty Antlers Lt. Hirey Clit Ciling Mer Clyde C. Hammerle Goodyear ‘Dive & Klubber Co Othees

Tam­many Lives in New York. Tobin Comments

Mr W Tobin, recently retired from New York, visited Tarameau and spoke to Deinovhins of New York about Tamman y being revived through reorganization. He said the investigation is good and that much of what Hoon said about Tammany is conjecture. He was in New York tying goods for M ONeill & Co with ALM Bars ber and Irank Botkuin.

Mr. W. Tobin el York Tarameau New York Mr. Tobin M. Oneill & Co Messrs Alm Bars Ber Irank Botkuin

Apportionment totals for Suumit and Akron revealed

Auditor-elect Mark Buckman reports the tax apportionment shows Akron contributing a large share for the city funds totaling 108000.15 for the Corporation fund and 14718.71 for lower tax plus 18402 for sewer and 13 for corporation special, with pension allocations of 5545 to Miremen and 5015.80 to Police. County share pending. The city aims to pay employee wages by Tuesday and begin payrolls after initial disbursements.

Mark DP Buckman Suumit County Akron DYUTH Miremen's Pension Fund

Luther League Convention Sees High Turnout in Barberton

The Northeast District Luther League met in Barberton on Sunday, featuring a social morning, a paper rental session, and an evening address by Rev. J. Roth of Phiell College on Later and the Reformation. Officers elected for the next year include M. W. Lutz as president, B. LeEngers as vice president, Grace Moudner as recording secretary, and A. Holloway as treasurer.

Luther League Barberton Suidiy Jr. Roth Phiell College M. W. Lutz Caiton

Ave Maria Choir Leads Universalist Service

A 26 voice choir provided the music for a Sunday evening service at the Universalist church. The Ave Maria by Mondelesoln arranged by Pater was performed, drawing villagers and parishioners from the area to attend the special service and offering a solemn musical setting.

Universalist Chumch Mondelesoln Patener Uiyvctor

Roosevelt Cancels Dinner Invitation Amid Senate Row

Wrehington Feb 24 Senator rye President presest of the Senate directed clerks to call roll for South Carolina senators as suspensions ripple. President Roosevelt withdraws invitation to Senators Tillman and McLaurin for Prince Henry dinner. Tillman refuses withdrawal prompting cancellation and Rouster Martin of Virginia slated to take his Senate Naval Affairs seat.

Wrehington Rye Senate Sens Thbnan McLauren South Carolina Roosevelt Tillman Melauren Princ Howry Cockrell Conmanison Tilmwin Adece Rouster Martin Virginia Senate Naval Affairs

Sudden Death of 19 Year Old Mrs Hecock

Mrs Cora Hecock died Monday at her parents home 1410 South Main Street from inflammation of the bowels. She was 19, living with her husband In worain and visiting relatives two weeks. She left a 17 month old baby and husband.

Cora Hecock Samuel Pierce South Mainst Hecock Worain

Charity concert draws best crowd of series at Grand Opera House

The sixth Sunday afternoon charity concert at the Grand Opera House yesterday drew the best attendance yet. Receipts totaled 112 dollars after an 8 KO sign failed to shift crowd dynamics and the ticket window closed. The Eighth Regiment band offered an excellent program with standout solos by Glenwood White, Beryl Claflin, Claud Hamilton, Harry Lewis, and J. Sofer, plus a well-received brass quartet of Wissell, McTammeany, Parker, and Davis.

Grand Opera House Eighth Regiment Glenwood J. White Beryl Claflin Claud J. Hamilton Harry Lewis Wrolin Solo By Mr. J. Sofer Messrs. Wissell McTammeany Parker and Davis

Colonial Days Informal Washington Birthday Party

Members of the Young Women's Christian Association and friends enjoyed a Washington birthday themed evening Saturday at the Association rooms on South Highway. The Messenger Circle of the King’s Daughters arranged decorations in national colors, served dinner with festoons and flags, and guests received souvenirs. A highlight was the minuet and cousin Musk danced with costumes reflecting great great grandmother era by Mrs. Ef. Peterson. Members dressed as colonial dames included Mrs. Z. W. Rube, Ales, Myaeriet Dur rum, Mrs. LC. Alden, and Misses Browse, Jones, Findley, Stone, Webb, Jane Midgerton, Ingersoll and Canfield.

Association South Highwty King’s Daughters First Congregational Church Washington Monnie Musk Ef. Peterson Messenger Circle Z. W. Rube Ales Myaeriet Durrum LC. Alden

Well Known Lady Lucy Samuel Dies After Illness

Mrs Lucy Samuel long time Akron resident dies at home on Maplest Street after several months illness. She was born in Parkersburg West Virginia and known in Akron for her kindness and community involvement. The funeral arrangements are expected to be announced locally.

Lucy Samuel Akron Maplest Binitiele Parkersburg W. Vic Akiou

Damages suit filed over death of litter in Christmas incident

WB Wheeler administrator of the estate of the late Dr T Wheeler of Citizens National Bank filed a Common Pleas action Tuesday seeking 10000 damages for the death of a litter killed by an electric shock on Christmas morning. The petition prepared by Musser and Kabler states the death resulted from deeper insulation of wires and negligence.

Common Pleas WB. Wheeler Amliutstratter Drl. T. Wheeler Citizens’ National Bank Musser Kabler Whitter

No Home for a Methodist Preacher in Akron

A black Methodist pastor Rev Edward Little of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion church in Akron faces repeated moves for his color. His family has been forced to leave rented homes, with no housing found in a “congenial neighborhood.” Mrs J L Hamilton appeals to white friends for aid, noting African Americans’ loyal patriotism and urging support as voters and church members seek housing and protection for their pastor and family.

Rey Edward Little Howser Little i Akron J. L. Hamilton Zion Church Democrat Cty Nike J L Hamilton High St Enn Curroll St

Akron Woman Escapes Seventh Floor Fire in New York

Miss M. A. Hadden, designer at AL O'NeH & Cos millinery, was in the Park Hotel during a New York blaze. She and a companion woke as alarms rang and escaped from the seventh floor amid confusion, leaving most of their extra clothes behind.

Akron Park Hotel New York M. A. Hadden AL O'Neh & Cos Miss Hadden

Bonds of B A E Sold To Prudential Trust Co

Anmortgage deed filed with Reverdec Alling shows Barberton Akron Hussern Belt Line Railway Co sold 500000 in bonds to Prudential Trust Co of Cleveland. Bonds dated April 1, 1902 payable 1902 at 5 percent and 1000 each. Construction to begin after frost, funding secured. Security Camp Modern Woodmen of America will travel to Havenna for uniform issue on a special car with accompanying lodge ensemble.

Barberton, Akron & Hussern Belt Line Railway Co Ue Prudential Trust Co Cleveland B. A. & Eyle Woodmen of America Havenna

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