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Newspaper
Akron Daily Democrat
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1902
Page
4
A jumble of political opinions and local happenings in Akron and nearby areas. Debates over Democratic conventions, accusations of bias, and minor political maneuvers intersect with reports on community events, church groups, charity drives, and a standout police anecdote about a found envelope with a life-changing potential draft.
A fragmented critique notes blunt lines about men and roosters, moral postures, and honesty. It muses on concealing truth and the impact of adversity or prosperity, suggesting the average sinner tends toward ruin by wealth while exposing social pretenses. The source carries a sardonic Chicago newspaper vibe.
An excerpt of fragmented prose critiques leisure luxury and returning to work, touching on real estate advertising, vacation ethics, and social observations. It references familiar names and places in a disjointed, rumor-like style, with unrelated snippets about marriage, suffrage, and regional anecdotes.
Fragmentary historical lament on lynching and barbarities in the Philippines and Cuba, challenging rationalizations for cruelty. The text critiques official toleration of violence by military authorities and calls out demagogic excuses. A plain question anchors the fragment.
A school prize oratorical event featured contestants including Mlle Ney Stockweather Law ry Wille and Arthur Wary ner. The junior Ashton prize contest showcased elocution talents with a highlight on the best speaker as of Monday evening June z.
New York June 6 Russell Sage remains in good health according to a brief public bulletin. The financier known as Uncle Russell Sage has shown no signs of serious illness and continues regular routines.
Residents in Youngstown Ohio hear rumors of a fresh bid as the Republican caucus gathers to pick a candidate to fill the congressional seat left open by the outgoing officeholder. The meeting centers on who can endure political pressures and a strong campaign, with speculation running high among local observers.
Baldwin chosen for the position at the Oat AvP post office. He will handle money and oversee post office operations. The appointment was made Monday after a period of consideration and private discussions among allies.
Children led lay exercises across many churches. Decorations were bright and fitting with fine music and recitations. Several churches held bribes at West Congregational First Notton Evangelical Aclington Main M Wy First Baptist Grace M B Second Baptist Calvary Evangelical Pauls Guth eran Trinity Lutheran Trinity Reformed and others. Pith Baptist featured especially beautiful decor with a fountain of stones, gate, ferns and twelve wate ty birds enhancing the service. In Gree M 2B church the Sunday school donated $19 to education.
An 19th century health claim advertises Clinte Headiche Waters as a cure for nervous trouble and headache. The text promotes the remedy as harmless and urges avoiding substitutes with a price of 10 cents at all druggists. It asserts the conditions arise from deranged body parts, mainly stomach or nervous system, and encourages readers to trust the advertised remedy.
City commissioners approve Patrick M. Duiffy as special policeman at Werner works with a $1000 bond signed by M. O'Neil and BE. Day. Property owners gain permission to build private sewers on Barnaged Street and Thornton Street as described. Nick Thinlen named inspector for the new prime bridge project with a daily rate of BY.
Spring fever indicates biliousness with torpid liver and bowels. DeWitts Little Early Risers stimulate the liver and purify the system. A Va. man testifies they help torpid liver every spring. Also mentions the dry glove cleaner department of Dagie Bros & Co in Ohio.
In police court Monday Bert Butler and Walter Jennings were fined $8 and costs each for drunkenness on a Sunday. The pair, both young, were questioned about supplying liquor and were linked to possible sources while the authorities sought antecedents. witnesses noted other intoxicated individuals were fined less.
Findlay Ohio resident Frank Adams received a letter with seven cents and an explanation claiming the writer cheated him in a bicycle deal. The writer said he attended the state Sunday school convention, got religion, and decided to atone for his sin.
In Mahoning, after 25 years without representation in Congress, party leaders unite to nominate Jans Kennedy. O P Shatter of Butler, Judge J B Kennedy, and John H Fitch are also noted as Mahoning’s prior contenders, while Salem hosts the likely gathering in July.
The Summit County Democrats meet in Akron on June 14 1902 to nominate candidates including sheriff treasurer probate judge and more and select delegates to the State convention. Caucuses Friday June 18 open at 7 pm determine ward township representation based on Kilbourne 1901 votes with designated local sites and delegates. W E Snyder signs as chairman and H E Andress as secretary.
The caucus of the Democrats of Franklin township will be held at Clinton Friday evening June 18 at the hour specified in the call of the Democratic Executive committee. Jacob Breitenstind and W. Warley Committeemen.
The Democrats of Springfield Township are notified to meet in caucus at Town Hall Friday evening June 13 to select delegates to the county convention and transact other business as may come before it. C. J. Swinehart, Committeeman.
Coventry Democrats notify members to meet at Town Hall Friday June 13 at 7 p m to select delegates for the County convention. Commiteeman F B Renninger cites tickets and excursion details for a Chautauqua lake trip priced at 1.50 to 1.00, urging participation.
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