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Newspaper
Akron Daily Democrat
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1901
Page
4
A 1901 column surveys McKinley era politics, postmaster chances, Hanna influence, Wanamaker critique, and a chorus of regional rail and civic projects. It notes Akron’s growth, forthcoming trunk lines, and distant civic debates while lampooning sensational speculation and local quirks.
In a Wednesday night incident on South Main an intruder named Burglas allegedly entered Harry Winters milvon and stole whiskey Vigilie and money paid in pennies. Five cents per item was charged and another girl might have earned more from a similar act. Landiond Frank Wilson of the Hotel Buhtel described the event as the most remarkable he ever heard.
An old advertisement claims One Minute Cough cures thousands of stubborn coughs. It mentions Norris Silver and Nort Stafford as part of the product narrative, urging readers to try the remedy for relief after doctors failed to help.
A fragmented local item notes Wade’s campaign visuals and buttons as supporters rally. Amid unclear dates, the reference suggests continued activity and public display to boost awareness.
State Superintendent A A Baker returns from Akron with detectives and attacks Governor Caldwell and the temperance faction, warning that brewer interests and saloonkeepers control the party. He vows to fight at the ballot box and supports Caldwell’s renomination amid Nash opposition. The report also covers a school program with recitations and orations by named students and speakers, followed by a kidney remedy advertisement.
Twionburg July 10 The commencement exercises of the Twinsburg High School were held in the Congregational Church. The church was beautifully decorated. Music was provided by the school orchestra and solo performances by several students. Graduates entered in formal attire and took their places, presenting an imposing scene.
Heavy rains bring a funeral attendance for Mr. LePoil Tesh in Caentown. Local residents John Slook and Freeuu Dally visited Vieits, attending the Buel nan reunion. Mrs. Groenhal remains gravely ill. Mrs. Buckel’s milestone honor is noted. Elder Borlvock preached, and farming doubts grow amid daily downpours. William Dickerhoof reports a good strawberry crop.
The ad argues against tinted toilet soap, noting waste from cutting large Ivory bars and higher cost for smaller scented versions. It claims Ivory offers purer quality at better value, comparing prices and longevity, and suggests a tiny scented cake would fetch fifteen cents.
Fire Chief B. P. Manierbach reports unusually few alarms in the past month. He notes East Akron saw the fewest calls and that no major fires have occurred since then. The department has had only minor incidents and no significant fires for several weeks.
A large show window at Geny Pharmacy 88 Howard st features paper culture artistry. An artist cuts designs on ward board with a small knife, creating intricate scenes. Prof Mearing, expert in this art, has studied it extensively and will present a free souvenir with end purchase of merchandise.
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