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Newspaper
Akron Daily Democrat
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1902
Page
1
London reports on King Edward VII’s condition as doctors describe symptoms and a cautious recovery after difficult surgery. Official updates contrast with earlier unofficial optimism as crowds gather outside Buckingham Palace and intercessions are planned across the empire.
The article confirms King Edward's death at age 61 and states his second son, Prince George, Duke of York, is the heir. It recounts Albert Edward's birth in 1841, his planned coronation at Westminster Abbey, and notes George born in 1865 and the line of succession through the Prince of Wales.
Reports claim the king favors a coronation in his bedroom and a quiet Friday procession while three hundred Hite tops sit untouched across the United Kingdom. Foretelling tales from a Gypsy predictor and a turf seer spark royal speculation about fate and ceremony.
In London June 25 the tense mood after a tragic life interruption is overshadowed by disorder. Lower elements riot in the streets during coronation week, driving through fashionable areas in vehicles with jewels. Surgeons and physicians attend to the unfolding chaos near Buckingham Palace as crowds gather from West Mall to Whitechapel.
Canton Ohio July 25 The Canton council fined a local company after a dispute with the State Railway Co over traffic rights The city officials say they will refuse to pay a toll to a rival line and will stop at the city limits to avoid tribute They argue the rival line seeks to extract tolls for city traffic arrangements and will stand firm.
London faces sharp business losses as the coronation events unfold. Hotels, caterers, and provision dealers report surging perishable stock, cancelled orders, and insurance concerns. Medal makers warn of devalued coronation memorabilia while crowds fill Buckingham Palace and Fleet Street bulletin boards.
The thirtieth commencement of Koentel College took place Wednesday in Crouse Eyarasinin. Decorations featured class colors teal and yellow, blue and old gold, with streamers and stage drapery. An address by Tit. John Bascom of Williams College was noted for its scholarly merit. The event drew a large audience and included organ selections. a reception at President Chuck Mile’s home followed.
The city council on Wednesday voted to advertise for bids to pave Byers Avenue from Market to Paynes. The city's share of the cost is about $100, to be funded from municipal funds.
A weather update notes rain in the forecast tonight with a cooler trend expected. The report mentions diminishing precipitation later and an accompanying drop in temperatures.
Indianapolis June 2 The most terrible storm in many years crossed Central Indiana this morning tearing telegraph and telephone lines. The storm damaged Greenfield Pendleton and surrounding towns blowing down houses and killing several people including an elevator foreman and a funeral party. Nearly all physicians were deployed to aid the stricken areas as factories suffered partial destruction.
New York June 2 In the event of King Edward VII death English life insurers face a historic loss the death would trigger tens of millions of dollars in claims. American life insurers would not incur losses as policies require insurable interest. Edward’s personal policies total 3 million with English companies and business men hold about 21 million in life policies. Russia and Germany also carry large personal insurance sums including 4 million for the Czarina and 5 million for the German Emperor.
The Board of Education kept Miss Catlta McEbright as elocution and physical culture teacher. She was the sole applicant. A faction tried to cut the salary to 800 but failed. Debate featured claims of paying lesser qualified teachers. A citizen petition for gym instruction was read and filed.
A lawsuit seeks court intervention over disputed profits from the sale of Akron and Barberton belt rail lines. A $5000 check allegedly represented Mr Selberting’s share, drawn by Crouch for Barber, who reportedly directed its rejection. The suit also involves claims of a loan to the Barberton Akron & Eastern Belt Line Railroad Co.
There have been complaints street cars ran above the speed limit. Two motormen Warren Prase and George Bell were arrested Tuesday night for exceeding the limit on Wet Hill. The cases will be heard next Tuesday.
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