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Newspaper

Akron Daily Democrat

Location

Akron, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1902

Page

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Boston Strike Extends as Freight Handlers Walkout

Failure to settle grips Boston strike as six hundred New York New Haven and Hartford freight handlers halt work. About 20,000 workers in Boston area affected. 4,000 to 3,000 employed by manufacturers report shutdowns. Vendors warn of extended disruption across building trades and foreign trade sectors. state arbitration seeks ground for agreement. Governor coaxes talks among labor, railways, and merchants to avert deeper stoppage. docks and coastwise shipping face congestion while coal trains threaten broader impact.

Boston Maes New York New Atelle Building Trades Elvic Federation State Board of Arbitration Chine Isbor New Haven & Hartford Boston & Albany New York Central Boston & Maine

Oh Willie How You Have Changed Scene in Mayor's Office

A dramatic encounter unfolds in the mayor's office as Colmorgin, a would-be suicide, reunites with his aunt Mrs. Tucker of Cleveland. She consoles him and plans to take him back to Cleveland where he will live with her. She notes his attempted departure from a wife who is ten years his younger.

Colmorgin Tucker Cleveland Cutie Akron

Decked with flowers at Bowling Green birthday party

A peculiar birthday event in Bowling Green centers on a skull adorned with flowers. Dr J C Snyder, a prominent physician and surgeon, once courted a wealthy young woman in a nearby town. He revealed that love and his profession would force a long wait before marriage. The tale notes his dissection work after learning the body had been removed from the grave and skeletonization as a grim memorial to the vanished love.

Bowling Green J C. Snyder Ann Arbor Jaiy Sli Ton Lin Dissectig Room Wand Ju

Hard Luck Hits Great Western Minstrel Show

The Great Western Minstrel show faced a $500 loss when advertisement copy was stolen by Chas Mobou chd, hired to prepare the program. McDonald reportedly left for Cincinnati, taking other copy, and patrons hope the show’s support will help recover.

Chas. Mobou McDonald Cincinnati Huning Eneot

Indictment Against 5 E Phinney Nolled by Court

Indictment against 5 E Phinney on charge of obtaining money by false pretenses has been nolled by Judge Koller on recommendation of Prosecutor Hugelburger. The writ mentions the bank and principal witness Wheelem, with unclear details due to damaged text.

E. Phinney Jurge Koller Vrosevulor Hugelburger

Fire devastates Hudson mill and lumber yard

A blaze destroyed the Raw-raid and box factory in Hudson on Wednesday night, causing about $4,000 in damage. The fire started near the Hafler neighborhood, with the exact cause unknown. The plant sits beside the fouring mill of ex-County Commissioner BT PNK. About twenty thousand feet of lumber outside the mill was burned, but no injuries are reported. The unit will not be permitted to reopen.

K. B. Shintds Hudson Tistiranen Hafler Nabr Hodge

Hired Supt H V Hotchkiss Given Two-Year Extension

At the board of education meeting the division approved hiring Superintendent HV Hotchkiss for two more years with a salary advance. Me B Otis praised his work as chairman of the teachers and salaries committee and recommended renewal. Hotchkiss will earn 1100 with prior pay at 1000, and thanked the board for the recognition.

Board of Education HV. Hotchkiss Jim Me &. B. Otis Tmoteikiss Con Akron Hotebkiss

Five Hundred Mulders Strike in Cleveland

In Cleveland on March 12 union machinery mulders walk out to enforce a minimum wage of 5 per day. Nine shops are shut. thousands may lose work. Leaders rejected a compromise offer and vow a long struggle.

Cleveland O. Maret Inelders

Mysterious collapse and revival at Ha fel Atanvor

A detailed account describes HL Jollet and Altgeld in distress at a hotel during a late night event. Altgeld’s collapse, his momentary recovery, and subsequent renewed vitality are reported, followed by medical figures from Rush Medical Institute delivering heart disease insights. The narrative hints at a prolonged bedside ordeal and a continuation on the newspaper’s second page.

Altgeld Prineiyail Ten Tina Shorty al Thong Dilelit Widehi de Deere Rush Medical Institute Chiego

Wreck passengers sue railroad after $10,000 payoff

Report outlines a collision fallout with J Pawo Texas Mayers and a spouse receiving a $10,000 settlement from the railroad company for injuries. It notes a contract, impending legal action, and total payouts around $74,000 related to the incident. A general claims agent and four primary representatives are referenced as handling the case and settlement details.

Pawo Mayers M. le Riddle Jett Redlands Tull Ely Chum Lutve Elainy

Civil Service Reform Bill Discussed in State Legislature

The state Senate debates a civil service bill aiming to protect employment and provide merit based promotions. Proponents argue the measure ensures hires meet qualifications while opponents raise concerns about scope and funding.

Victory for de larey prompts renewed Boer hope

Report from New York and Cape Town notes de larey’s triumph as a sign of Boer resilience. It urges England to recognize Transvaal independence to avoid further conflict and expense, citing faith in eventual Allied victory and the need for peaceful neighborly relations.

New York Magee Utrecht Rer Pont Kruger Delarey Botha Daniel England Transvaal

Settlement Talks Endangered Mugerton Case Saga

Litigation in the famous Ritchie cases nears a potential closure as a broad settlement emerges. The Burke led estate and CHAS. W. Bingham trust heirs face a long dispute over ownership of stock and estate assets. A judge has set a distant deadline, with Young & Wannnaker representing the estate. The outcome could end years of legal wrangling.

Burke Elvan Chas W. Bingham Tegey Pyke Brown Elaine Young & Wannnaker Milous

Stranger Swindles Three Suits From Ganyard and Wood

A man posing as Andrew Daton of Li Jackson and Co swindled Ganyard and Wood clothiers out of three suits by sending a boy with a bogus order to 12 South One Jonet then to 12 South Calon et. Mrs Shellart refused the delivery. the stranger fled with the boy, and the suits were left at the hall. The impostor claimed Jackson would pay, prompting the swap before disappearing with the garments.

Ganyard & Wood, Clothiers Andrew Datek Li, Jackson & Co Jackson V2 South John J. Shethart Mn Tuckoh

President of Buchtel Elects New President at Meeting

Board members gathered at Piehoel College to elect a president amid reports of committee investigations. Rev Chiavely faced possible resignation as the college prepares for next year’s work. The annual meeting is slated for June with discussions on future governance and committee findings.

Mtv Piehoel College Ingtving A.B Formaceny Chiavely

Regret Immediate and Continuous Followed An Accident

Tuesday night a short distance this side of Bedford the accident involved a skunk and a party train, producing panic as passengers shielded faces. Eyewitnesses described immediate alarm and concern for life, with confusion about the event and its dangers.

Bedford A. Bo Cleveland Amerie Skunk

Duck hunting tips and season notes for Akron county

The article discusses duck migration and hunting in Akron county waterways and lakes. It notes mallards and black ducks as prized, describes wood ducks as rare, and offers practical advice on decoys, stalking, weather, and timing to improve success. It mentions conditions around Cuya Haga River and local lakes and warns about deceptive waters and flight patterns. The piece ends with weather guidance rain tonight and Thursday.

Akron Cuyahaga Iker Meenus Alinoekt Tyal Anny Sime Mait Aterom Duck

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