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Newspaper
Akron Daily Democrat
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1901
Page
1
The Grand Jury reports two indictments not connected to the Kennedy Kohler Work case. It denounces widespread false accusations, credits no malice to those harmed, and condemns the reckless spread of rumors that damaged two families.
Tercey City June 27. Rev. John Keller was the target of an attack on February 8 in Arlington. Thomas G. Baker received five years at hard labor in the state prison for the offense. Barker’s counsel lodged an appeal after sentencing, a stay is expected. Pending appeal, bail may be allowed.
A Paris dispatch to the Herald reports Secretary Green of the American Chamber of Commerce prepared a report showing France will have a deficit of about 85 million bushels of wheat. France will need to buy American wheat to cover the shortage.
A severe storm swept the Kanawha and Ohio valleys causing trestle damage between Parkersburg and Marietta and delaying Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern railroad traffic for days. Creston and Yellow Creek saw heavy damage from a cloudburst with no confirmed deaths. Ble Field reports immense damage across Elkhorn Valley but no loss of life and rail work suspended for a week while companies supply workers.
The Seventh National Bank of New York closed its doors under Comptroller supervision amid reports of a coal trust squeeze. Marquand & Co. face heavy pressure over coal lands tied up by eight million dollars, with implications for the Pittsburgh Shawmut & Northern railway project. General Sam Thomas, a financier of Akron Street Railway, is named among those connected to the bank.
The City Commissioners direct the engineer’s department to prepare a complete record of all profiles estimates and related items for preservation in city offices. The order seeks a thorough archival package detailing profiles and estimates for future reference.
New York notices disclose that J Kawin Liebman of Youngstown Ohio and Milky Marie Eddy of the city wed more than a year ago. Fear of a family scene and personal reasons prompted secrecy until a week ago when Miss Elizabeth Smith aunt of Mrs Liebman found the wedding certificate.
Thermometers in the shade mark M1 for Thursday, a degree above Wednesday, likely the century’s hottest day. Forecasts predict no relief except possible showers, as merchants and farmers enjoy summer goods sales and crops growing rapidly.
At the Todiana State Music Teachers Association annual meeting in Lorre Haute on June 27 1948 President Oliver Willard Pierce urged the group to drop Moody and Sankey trash and elevate public taste for higher class music Father John Roves a Terre Haute Catholic priest spoke on Ecclesiastical Music The resolution urged recognition of elevating Protestant church music standards.
Mrs. Messner, 77, was struck by an Erie train at a crossing while driving her buggy toward her daughter's home near Wingerter's crossing. The horse was injured and she died instantly. buggy destroyed. Survived by five sons and a daughter, with son William Watters present at the scene.
Cincinnati June 27 The wage scale controversy between manufacturers and machinists deepens as guards monitor factories to keep outsiders from taking jobs. Several minor disturbances occur in two days and business leaders plan to push for arbitration to resolve the dispute.
Stock leaders announce Missouri Pacific will raise capital to 80 million dollars to fund the purchase of the Denver and Rio Grande property. Officials say the move strengthens the railroad's holdings and expansion prospects.
Indianapolis June 27. A man is accused of smoking forty cigarettes a day and blowing smoke in his wife’s face. The suit alleges the husband’s habit harmed her and caused ongoing distress.
A Cleveland Leader report claims Governor Nash may withdraw from the Republican ticket and that General Charles Dick or Colonel Myron Herrick could replace him. The Columbus state convention rumor was denied by Nash allies, with Leader labeling the tale a fake and noting the administration’s control of the state committee despite lingering press speculation.
Capt Arron Waz oner remarks on Gov Nash health and possible retirement. He says Nash may serve another term unless health worsens and notes the Central Committee would fill any vacancy. Wagoner remains loyal to Nash and expects no resignation from the ticket unless a drastic health change occurs.
Philadelphia June 27 Thomas Potter billionaire owner of a textile firm and brother of Lady William Potter narrowly escaped an assassination yesterday afternoon. Paul Lazay us, described as a maniac, attacked as Potter was leaving his factory at Recondet and the Pennerteania rail road.
In a chaotic street incident Linarug lunged with a knife as Potter dodged and fled. Potters, aided by a bystander, escaped down the block while pursuers included Tazarus and Wild who closed in, the chase ending with Lugerus subdued and captured after a collision with a carriage.
Vienna reports former President Kruger renewed his appeal for intervention by France Germany and Russia in South Africa. The Wiener Journal says after talks the powers agreed to press for immediate surrender of the Boers through a negotiated settlement and military actions if needed.
New London June 27 The weather is even for the great Harvard Yale Boat Race with both crews so closely matched that betting odds are even. The races will take place in the afternoon.
Washington reports that the United States will demand naval station sites from the new Cuban government. The sites chosen from the survey by gunboats Virsa and Yankton include Guantanamo Bay, Cienfuegos harbor, and Havana harbor, spaced across east west north and south to maximize coverage.
Samuel A. Kennady remains bedridden with little rest despite reports of slight improvement. Mrs. Kennady, speaking Thursday, said he is still in bed and not resting well. In North Hill, residents are unhappy the grand jury did not investigate the Kennedy whipping case, with revival of talk about a public indignation gathering.
Five trains will be held under the auspices of Akran Gasile at Outrage Grow on July 27. Wivesproul Valley trains have been secured and a fete of sixty cents per person is planned.
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