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Newspaper
Akron Daily Democrat
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1900
Page
1
Reports from Johannesburg and London recount Boer forces gaining ground near Vaal river while British prisoners at Waterfall react to rumors of approaching comrades. Details of battles around Whanisfontein and Diehan indicate heavy fighting with multiple casualties and disrupted communications.
Severe London dispatches report heavy fighting as General Sir Charles Warner and 700 troops hold a defensive post at Babersport near Douglas. Rebels attack with surrounding forces, and a relief party of volunteers charges to steady the defense amid relentless combat.
A brief report notes a transfer of prisoners to Waterfall hospital where authorities describe the event as part of a government operation. Local officials and guards assist as prisoners are moved under order and supervision.
President Seager State Secretary Reliz and other officials left for Middleburg last night to guard the city approaches. At the railway station a solemn, affecting scene unfolded as men and women wept and the procession began, the President remaining calm as ever.
A busy Akron term sees contempt findings against John J. Wise and a June 11 appearance by Judge Nye. Many cases docketed for Monday include quash motions, bond releases, and large claims requiring payment assignments.
In Bridge ton New Jersey wild excitement follows reports of armed men scouring the woods for Alford after a brutal attack on his wife Mrs Alford who died three days ago from injuries. They threaten lynching as they search to avenge the cruelty alleged against him.
Report states 20 foreigners including six women tried to flee toward Ten Tsing but were attacked by boxers. Four killed and many wounded. The fate of the remaining party is unknown as troops and local forces gather.
The Search Light club held its annual banquet at an Old Maid’s Bleach venue on Friday. Members announced plans for a future event and read tributes to club figures including Sadie Hisker and Mike Mratwees Packand.
Special correspondence from Columbus reports ex Chief Justice Bradbury plans to sue in the Supreme Court to test constitutionality of county salary laws across the state. A Friday conference with Chief Justice Stauck Attorney General Sheets and ex Attorney General Monnet seeks to free politics from tangled statutes. Judge Shavek will consult associates on pursuing the suit. Local obstructions and numerous fines of local applications prompt court intervention. Sixth district deputy inspectors announced dates remain unsettled as Staty Mine Inspector Biddison weighs appointments.
Angeline Swighton of Doylestown allegedly fleeced by a Gypsy Queen named Middleton who promised money hidden in a strong box. Mrs Leighton claimed $80 led to further demands totaling $125, plus items taken. The hoax prompted a police report as the impostors vanished. investigation ongoing.
A 45 year old man identified as Mr Heo was found dead at an APHIS home in Hudson early Saturday. No relatives were present. he had lived there for a long time. Local authorities report no immediate cause.
The Akron Realty Company completed a land purchase near Hale between Akron and Barberton and will plat the area for 700 plus homes. Warden collaboration with W A Johnson gives control of streets and utilities, with plans to join Akron to Steiner allotment and expand the metro area. The firm, with $150000 capital, lists N Steiner as president and includes W W Melatosis O Berry and Harvey Smith on its board. Expect notable activity in the Akron Barberton real estate market.
A marriage license was issued Saturday to Levi EB Darrah and Blauel Mills of Mogadone. The groom is 20 years old and the bride 18 with parental consent. Darrah previously had an application refused because the bride was under the age limit at 15, then refiled after her birthday.
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