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Newspaper
Akron Daily Democrat
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1900
Page
6
The North Ends protest Sunday baseball at Summit Lake Park with Akron authorities likely to intervene. Details describe church society agitation and clashes over games, with local clubs facing scrutiny and possible legal action.
A Washington correspondent notes the city’s growing appeal as a place of residence for federal workers and others, detailing how expanded governance, improved streets, parks, and housing have transformed Washington into a thriving capital. The piece highlights the shift from a transient government staff to a stable resident population and praises the three-commissioner form of local government as a safeguard against corruption.
A lively review describes summer gowns and accessories with intricate lace collars, bell sleeves, and satin finishes. It notes stylish bodices, openwork muslin details, velvet belts, and new sleeve arrangements, highlighting the era's refined tastes and tailoring innovations.
Fragmented readable lines describe a mix of beverage terms and names without a coherent event. Mentions include wine, ale, autumn, and various garbled proper nouns suggesting beverages or places but no clear actions or outcomes. The readable fragments obscure key details.
A Memphis buyer paid 6705 for a horse advertised as blind but fast. The seller claimed the mare was sound and the buyer later realized the animal was indeed blind, prompting a tense confrontation and a humorous, ironic final remark.
A Monday reunion of Akron Hid Adoni lodges is set for June 25 at Dikesid Park. A market stand, festive amusements, and vaudeville acts are planned with free lemonade and ice cream for badge wearers. Organizers include Wm Hagelbarger and J Crisp with a long list of committees and speakers.
Red Cross Liver Pills advertised at 10c claim to relieve nervousness dyspepsia indigestion and related symptoms. The ad lists dizziness nausea drowsiness fatigue mouth coating and liver torpor among conditions helped by a purely vegetable remedy.
Railroad notices advertise steamship tickets to Europe and Paris Expo with low rates via various lines. Information by request from O. D. Honodie, Ticket agent at Union depot. Travel options include Cook's personally conducted tours and routes to Pittsburgh Akron and New York City with specific departure times. Atlantic City excursion rate listed as 13.50 round trip with a 15 day limit.
Tourist tickets on sale through North er Brenjuship Co Detroit Cleveland Brent Navigation Co Anchor Line Cleveland Buffalo Line Merchants Line and Northern Transit Co via Union depot. Call or visit Erle ticket office or phone 600 for trip planning. Scenic Park event June 23 with barbecue and carnival announced at local stores and Sixth ward.
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