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Akron Daily Democrat

Location

Akron, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 28, 1902

Page

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City Commissioners Face Holdover Over Falci st Bridge Contract

Plaintiffs in an injunction case stop award of the Falci street bridge contract. Judge Kobler’s restraining order delays bidding and keeps the Board of City Commissioners in a precarious position. Bids showed James Wildes as low bidder at 19009.20, with several other bids listed. Plaintiffs include B F Davis Henry Cruse and Hugh Nesbit.

Bridge Kobler Suxpreme Court Cleveland Tix the Democrat Goutell Connell James Wildes Jowest James Wildes, $19,009.20; 8. ©. McGowan W. Parshall Geo B. Herring B. F. Davis Henry Cruse Hugh Nesbit

Panther Panther Roams New York Park After Escape

A seven month old male Mexican panther escaped from Bronx Zoo captivity and roamed the Greater New York Park area. Police from three stations and park attendants pursued through night, but officials say the young animal will injure no one. He reportedly gnawed his way from the cage.

Prominent Foxhall Keene At Saratoga Polo Opener

WELEX Baratoga July 28 expects Mrs Foxhall Keene and Mr Foxhall Keene to attend the Saratoga polo season opening. The event features George J Gould and his sons versus Ankuet Belmont with a notable lineup and family participation noted in local coverage.

Welex Baratoga Saratoga Foxhall Keene Keene

Comforted the Old Man Wedding After Loss

New York July 28 The story tells how Minnie Wolff aged 18 comforted Frederick Seller 78 after his wife died weeks ago. The two neighbors who grew up around the corner at 406 Flint Avenue and 22 Grand Avenue were married yesterday ending a long friendship born in childhood.

New York Frederick Seller Minnie Wolff Seller Belleyting Flint der Boken Wolff

Opinions Divided On Bryan As Democratic Leader

Boston July 2 many Democratic committee members voiced views on Wm J Bryan’s standing and the issues for the coming congressional campaign. Some see Bryan as a key factor but unlikely to be nominated again, others think he may be the party’s strongest figure though not a third nomination. The main issues cited are trusts tariff revision and imperial policy with varied views on Bryan’s nominating prospects.

Boston Boston Herald Democratic National Committee Wm. J. Bryan Bryan Norah. Mack Buffalo Siyn Homer Cummings Stamford Conn Democratic Party N. C. Blanchard Hyde Park, Til L. B. Ryan Wisconsin James ©. Dahlman Omaha

Crisna Co to Build Large Brick Plant Near Madrid

A Spanish company with King Alfonso’s financial interest orders 10 000 tons of Chicago made machinery and will equip the Trebia arsenal with Chicago electrical lathes. The Crisna Co plans a near Madrid brick plant with 1 200 000 bricks daily, doubling soon, costing over 600 000 dollars and spanning about 40 acres.

Chicago Alfonso Trebia Crisna Co Madrid

Percy Jones to Wed an Actress in Dorchester Nuptials

Announcement from Boston dated July 28 states the coming marriage of Miss Mivion Cullen of Boston to Percy Jones of Toledo. The ceremony is set for August 1 at St Peter's Catholic Church meeting howe bill Dorchester at noon. Cullen’s sister Mike Sadie Cullen will be maid of honor. Jones, son of Golden Rule Jones the mayor of Toledo, will host the couple in Toledo post ceremony.

Boston Miss Mivion Cutlen Percy Jones Toledo St Peter's Howe Bill Dorchester Mike Sadie Cullen Brides Bial Miss Cullen Helen Barry Jones Golden Rule” Jones

Chinese Minister Carries Gifts as Departure Nears

Washington July 2 Wei Ting Fang the Chinese minister begins packing his household as successor Sir Liang Cheng arrives next month. He notes high demand for his slippers and Madame Wu’s silks and porcelains, which have been distributed to admirers, libraries, museums, and friends across the country.

Washington Wei Ting Fang Liang Cheng Prince Chen London Het New York China Adame Wu Haw Wu Tai

Citizens Seek TRO Against City Over Wolf Street Assessments

Citizens of Wolf Street secured a temporary restraining order against the city. They petition to restrain the City Clerk, Treasurer and Auditor from pricing duplicates and collecting certain assessments on property owners for the grading of Wolf Street from Wooster Avenue to Thornton Street, claiming the assessments are too high.

Wolf St Treaster Wooster Ave Thornton St

Judge Jackson Facing Labor Backlash Over Ruling

Parkersburg West Virginia July 28 The oldest living Federal judge Fohin Jackson has drawn anger from the nation’s laboring class after a miners case ruling. The broad criticism centers on the impact of his decision on miners and industry.

Parkersburg W. Va Fohin Jackson

Inbor Traders Criticized By Speaker Riling Working Class

A speaker denounces Inbor traders described as new complies who live and fatten on honest labor, calling out the phase in deviation that has provoked backlash from the working classes.

Cass

Schwab Not Very Sick, In Atlantic City Statement

Dr Philip Marvel released a statement on Charles M Schwab noting his condition is not serious and he is resting. Physicians say the temporary breakdown stems from past month’s overtaxing duties and he will spend a week in complete rest.

Philip Marvel Charles M. Rehwab Togethat Mtr Rewab Tnt

Parish Votes to Build New St Pauls Church and Rectory

At Sunday services the parish of St Pauls church voted to build a new church and rectory. A meeting before Wednesday evening will select an architect, with vestry to meet Tuesday to choose the architect. Additional funds beyond the $25 000 pledged will be raised.

St Paul's Church

YMCA Seeks Secretary. Akron Offer Likely Accepted

Secretary attorney Nathan Moree and Mr J. & Benner returned from Marion after seeking a YMCA secretary. The candidate will likely accept in Akron this week. A Site committee meets to pick a location for the YMCA building with two options on Main Street and on High Street between Mill and Market.

Nathan Moree

Returned to Former Positions at Hotel Buchtel

Two popular men resume roles at the Hotel Buchtel in Marion. W. EB. Pence returns as steward after operating the Rebel House, while Geo. Doane comes back as chief clerk after a Cuba posting. Doane notes Americans leaving Cuba and hopes for a brighter era. Joseph Keston formerly of the Buchtel shifts to Cuban railroad work and is reported thriving.

Buchtel W. EB. Pence Marion Geo. Doane Cuba Doane Little Republic

Akron People's Telephone Co Declares One Percent Dividend

The Akron People's Telephone Co declares a one percent dividend and notes a rise in service with 3,200 phones in use in the county. It handles about 20,000 calls daily at the exchange, signaling steady activity and positive outlook.

Akron People's Telephone Co Meese

Feud Bloodshed Flares At Lewis County Picnic

In Breathitt style feuding flares as the Dickerson and Dyer families clash at a Lewis County picnic leaving two dead Jack Dyer and Roe Dyer death wounds to others. Vengeance rumors rise and armed men patrol the area amid slow police action.

Vanceburg Kentucky Breathitt County Lewis County John Hugh Dickerson Jack Roe Dyer Jack Dyer Roe John Wan Dickerson Fred Dickersons Lucky

Inquiry into Fitzsimmons Fake Charges Sours Frisco Fight

San Francisco asks Mayor Schmit to conduct a thorough inquiry into alleged fake charges around the recent fight. Fitzsimmons vows to stay until the record is cleared, citing seven thousand attendees outside the venue. He and supporters demand vindication and a fair hearing from both sides.

San Francisco Fitzsimmons Schmit Thorouigh Jeffries San Francisco Club Frisco

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Panther Greater New York Park Bronx Zoological Park WAL George J. Gould Day Kingdon Minnie Shore Acres City Jackson Schwab Atlantic City Jaly St. Paul's Parish Akron Y. M. CA Akron Mr. Pence Mr. Doane the Buchtel People's Telephone Company Fitz Bobo Fitzstrometa Bob Jim Geo, Siler Wiiter Tribune Fits Ile Soba Plexus Firesimmons Stett Edward Graney
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