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Newspaper
Akron Daily Democrat
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1900
Page
1
The dispatch reports an ex British MP predicting a coming conflict after a period of tension. The article notes transfers of officials, travel to Europe aboard the Bundesrath, and guards with armed Hollanders aboard a ship. It mentions gold shipments and statements by Michael Divi before leaving Lorene M. ques.
The Nature Chicago report notes British subjects in Chicago plan to form a group to back the Republican ticket and urge resolutions at the Peoria convention. Leaders include John Daimieson, George Sutherhind, George Alker, and others amid war losses and strong emotional stakes shaping the campaign.
Report from Vien Russia describes clashes near Taotinog Pu as forces clash with Boxers. Casualties include a Russian woman wounded and others injured. refugees seek safety with American aid as fighting continues in the deter south region.
A tense Goebel faction dispute centers on ex Governor Taylor. Sherif Suter plans to seek Taylor in Indianapolis to secure extradition. Governor Mount says he will not honor any requisition, and Taylor will not run or return to Kentucky. Local Republican leaders anticipate nominating John W. Yerkes for Governor, with Finley and Tidiana refugee factors shaping the ticket.
School officials report increasing pupil numbers in the city wards. Enumerators for First, Second, and Third wards show gains since 1900, with total enrollment rising by about 1070 if trends continue, potentially lowering the need for school buildings by 1000 seats.
New York June 4. Democrats of all factions swarm the Hoffman House to attend the state convention at the Academy of Music tomorrow. The 72 delegates will be elected to Kansas City and instructed to vote as a unit for Bryan. The one day affair begins at 10 o clock with temporary chairman John T. Norton of Troy. Elliot Danforth will be permanent chairman. Huttix to chair the resolutions. After a morning session a long recess will follow and the building must be vacated by 5 pm. The convention aims to avoid friction, with Van Wyck’s four delegates at large and the Chicago platform among the few pending issues.
Local undertakers protest a new schedule limiting funeral costs for indigent soldiers sailors and marines. Officials require a shroud cloth covered coffin respectable hearse two carriages for friends and pallbearers coach funded by the funeral director. Dayton undertakers rebel refuse to handle such ceremonies under the plan.
Washington June 4 George J Barker of Boston president of the National Dredging company Wil ington Del objects to Representative Samuel B Cooper of Texas for $10,000 damages in a porter case The trouble deepens over Barker s objection to Cooper s use of the floor to spit into a cup near the Boston stairs
A damaged text fragment reports a probate style inheritance of 80 000 linked to a Wilkes-Barre area person. It mentions a daughter told of fortune yesterday and the father’s death, a property in Indianapolis, and a lawyer’s inquiry about proof of relation to a 20 year old wage earner, with a child and a mother involved.
Brig. Gen. Munston hunted rebels who had captured Captain Roberts of the Sab volunteers. A engagement occurred 25 miles north of San Miguel yesterday. Captain Godfrey of the 22nd regulars and one private were killed. Godfrey was a West Point graduate.
The Board of Education will not elect a principal for the High school work after the present term. There are at least 50 applicants, but the committee has reduced the number to six possible candidates. The principal elect will likely be a stranger to the city and the teachers' commission holds final power to elect.
A journalist reports from June 4 dispatch about 6 000 000 sufferers in Gujarat and Rajputana during a severe famine. He describes scenes of dead and dying, relief work at Ahmedabad and Godhra, and praises relief efforts by the British government and private agencies.
The Wolfe Publishing Company of Akron releases An American Colonel by Jane Clemens, a historical tale set in revolutionary times. The author argues about Burr’s treatment by writers of mystery and hints at readers’ differing opinions on the loyalty of the figures involved.
Ex Governor Sidney Edgerton and Hon William H Upson are named to seats on the platform at the National Republican convention in Philadelphia on June 1. Invitations will be sent by the National Republican committee to all survivors of previous conventions held at Pittsburg and Philadelphia. Fourteen survivors remain, including Edgerton and Upson of Akron.
Centennial celebration marks the founding of Thadson with a commemorative program Tuesday. Addresses to be delivered by Judge C. J. Maplin and Judge RB. Grant of Akpon. program details uncertain due to OCR errors but indicates formal proceedings and local dignitaries.
The commencement program at EU rain college features Angly Coemtay, dune 1, Hey IM, Gesen of Kent and will take part in the program.
A shop advertises a selection of popular books plus a line of poets displayed in elegant bindings, inviting readers to explore classic and contemporary works curated for style and substance.
Sensational tale recounted by Gideon Carr describes Joseph Palmer and Edward Leonard plotting to murder Sheriff Kelly and seize keys to escape from the county jail. Palmer backed out at the last moment. authorities note others not implicated. Prisoners jealously wrote letters about the court as park picnics loom.
The Wadsworth Banner denounces an Independent bid for Congress in the Twentieth district, labeling the move as misplaced. It notes Medina County Republicans back the convention nominees, while cautioning about Beidler’s statewide chances and district alignment.
Post office receipts show May stamp sales at 8900.40 while the same month reports 180 approved items. Cottage Grove park events listed with a $1,488.62 figure. The text notes a shortage and mentions visitors arriving for events.
Organized at 528 B Buchter Ave Akron Saturday afternoon the Akron branch of the Alumnae Association of Lake Erie College reports about 20 members. Mrs Charles Cutler of Tallmadge was elected president. other officers include Mrs W H Upson secretary Mrs W C Parsons treasurer Miss Emma Patton of Kent vice president and Evana president of the college delivered an address. Attendees included Mrs Lawrence of Painesville and Mrs Louise Porter Smith of Elyria.
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