Transvaal delegates travel with British staff toward peace talks
Reports from March 21 to 24 describe Acting President Schalk Burger and Boer delegates journeying toward Kroonstad with Captain Marker and other aides. Observers believe Transvaal leaders favor a general surrender while hostilities pause, with leaders De Wet Delarey and Botha set to observe an armistice and await feedback from Lov Ritchener.
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Wolve Hock
Orange River Colony
Schalk- Durer
Kroonstad
Transvaal
Marker
Lord Kitchener
de Cup
British Vormanderin-Whiet
Tandon
Sout
Africa
de Wel
Delarey
Date Set for Turning Cuba Over to the People
Washington reports March 25 1902 May 20 fixed as the date for turning over the island of Cuba to its people with President-elect Palma and advisers approving. The plan includes inaugurating Palma the same day as American control ends and immediate call for a Cuban Congress on May 10 to frame necessary legislation. U S troops to depart entirely with no guard remaining, or delays may be requested by Cuban officials.
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Washington
Ouba
Palma
Varmaya
Quesada
Bin
War Department
Cemes
Guba
Root
Valin
Lenore Tamaya
Wood
General Wood
Cuba
United States
Cnbss
Fought For Universal Transfers Sparks Two Street Fights
In Chicago on March 25 South End Austin citizens clashed with Union and Consolidated Traction Company workers over universal transfers. About eighteen men led by W J Golden confronted trolley riders on West Madison demanding transfers to cable and hook lines. Refused, a two-part brawl injured Golden and several others while signalling threats of broader actions against the tramways.
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Chicago
South End
Austin
Union
Consolidated Traction Companies
Universal Transfer
Dodge Hull
Giro
W. J Golden
Drugelet
Joe Macle
West Madison
Eest
Golden
Sults Agais
Akron soldiers finally receive Spanish War reimbursements
Joyful report says members of Company B, Highth regiment, O. V. 1 from Akron will be paid by the Federal government for time at Camp Bushnell during the Spanish American War. Signatures by their Representatives sped the process and Captain H. O. Feederie began payments, with more companies still completing rolls.
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Akron
Highth Regiment
Camp Bushnell
Akron Company
Columbus
H. O. Feederie
United States
Pilgrimage From New York to Rome Planned for Jubilee
Archbishop Corrigan authorizes a diocesan pilgrimage to Rome for the Pope's silver jubilee. The first group sails July 1 and returns August 1, with further details to follow.
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New York
Corrigan
Fetter
Howe
Rome
Two Interests Clash Over Houston & Texas Central Stock
Cornelius MacArdelis sues Frederick P. Olcott and the Houston and Texas Central Railway Co in a case tied to Southern Pacific Interests absorbing over four million acres of lands. The action, brought for $2,000,000 in H T C stock, is before Judge Truax in the Supreme Court with a decision reserved.
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New York
Cornelius MacArdelis
Frederick P. Olcott
Houston & Texas Central Railway Co
Southern Pacific
Truax
Supreme Court
MacArdell
Beshalf
Himsell
Houston & Lexus
Ironworker Keryn Rhauer Dies In Bak River Bridge Fall
A New York ironworker named Keryn Rhauer was killed when he fell about 168 feet from the center span of the Bak River bridge into the water. Thousands on ferry boats and crafts watched as he surfaced briefly and then sank. Rescue attempts followed but failed.
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New York
Keryn Rhauer
New Bak River
Wight
Reverle Hin
Rhauer
St Vincent de Paul Minstrel Show Promises Notable Talent
A strong group of St Vincent de Paul Society youths plans a major minstrel program. The show, arranged by local members with prior successes, aims to feature prominent local performers and will debut next Saturday at Br Vincent's ball.
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Alcontafout
St. Vincent de Paul's Winech
Tepos
Persornaies
Betun
Br. Vincent's Ball
la Muy
Massillon Coal Conference Ends With Eight-Hour Victory
The Massillon district coal operators United Mine Workers officials and wing stationary engineers ended a ten day session with a complete scale agreed. The eight hour day for stationary engineers was granted plus staffing changes and wage adjustments. The move aims to bring engineers into the United Mine Workers and seeks broader control of working conditions across mines.
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Massillon
United Mine Workers
United Stine Workers
United Mine Workers’ Organization
Mitchell delays names for Civile Federation peace mission
Shamokin March 26 President Mitchell of the United Mine Workers delayed announcing the 14 men chosen to seek Civile Federation aid. The plan calls for a preliminary New York conference with national leaders and the conciliation committee to arrange talks between operators and Mine Workers committees. If no meeting occurs, the four presidents will report to district ex-boards before further action.
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Shamokin
Mitchell
United Mine Workers
Civile Federation
New York
Thee Cstelee
The
Vourtoon
New iPoint Raised In Dr Rabe Suit Against Trolley Firm
Dr J W Rabe sues Northern Ohio Traction Co for 10000 damages begun in Common Pleas court. He claims 1000 for personal injury and property. punitive damages possible for alleged high speed operation. Deputy Fire Marshal Hart allegedly assaulted the conductor on the same trip.
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J. W. Rabe
Northern Ohio Traction Company
Common Pleas Court
Grant & Sieber
Rabe Bugay
BH W. Hart
Farmer Loses Team In Road Accident Near Mon trose
A farmer named Mr. Jack Builth of Mon trose owned a team of horses that ran away on Grant ot Monday afternoon. Mr. Smith was thrown and unconscious, rescued by Parks' ambulance, taken to City hospital where he recovered quickly. The team later returned home with Stolth.
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Jack Builth
Montrose
Grant Ot
Smith
Parks
City Hospital
Ane Nell Holley Works
Stolth
Biter
King to Stage Birthday Party for Royal Coronation Festivities
New York reports King Edward plans a November birthday celebration as the coronation countdown begins. May 30 will mark the start of royal events with foreign dignitaries arriving, followed by large ministerial banquets and government residence gatherings on the eve of June Mind 27 amid anticipated royal pageantry.
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New York
Edward
London
the Tribune
Souvereign
City Council Adjourned Session Sets April 8 Meeting
Council adjourned after a Monday evening session with the next meeting dated for April 8. Action focused on a proposed 200000 bond issue, awaiting Legislature passage before the city could issue bonds. Committees asked for time to review the ordinance and related riot damage settlements of 7000. A motion urged bids for a new sewer in Nowthat, but delay lingered to secure favorable lump bond rates. Bond buyers prefer larger contracts. North HUM sewer bonds expected to be sold March 29.
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Couneil
Senate
Finney
Piske
McMillen
Tr. Hil
Ian
North
Hum
Embezzlers Trial At Andenela Court Imposes Prison Terms
A fragmented court record shows embezzlers condemned at Andenela Court. Sentences include penalties of multiple years in prison and fines totaling tens of thousands of dollars. Notable names appear as defendants and related officials.
Endowment Offers Reach Barnhart College Fund
New York March 25 An offer of 10000 has been made to Barnhart College by William Ziegler of Philadelphia toward the 100000 fund now being raised John D Rockefeller offered some time ago to give 200000 providing a hike sum should be raised by the Institution The 10000 offer results in submission to complete the college share of the endowment obit
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New York
Barnhart College
William Ziegler
Philadel
John 1. Rockefeller
Dilly
Building housing the American Embassy under renovation
New York reports the embassy building will be decorated and repainted for weeks as part of coronation preparations. The London correspondent of the Tribune notes extensive work ongoing.
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New York
Landon
The
Tribune
Foraker Busy in Columbus Meeting Debates District Seats
Senator Foraker arrived in Columbus and met Representatives Chapman and McDonald to discuss Third and Twelfth district changes. He conferred with Speaker McKinnon and Governor Nash, with plans to take the five districts separately after Wednesday’s canvas. Committees reviewed railroad and municipal bills. no report expected for several days.
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Kjell
Columbus
Foraker
Chapman
McDonald
McKinnon
Semitor
Moraker
Nash
Kite
Sugar Party at Stow Corners Highlights Local Feast
The annual eagde party of the tomarlo clans drew 75 attendees at Stow Corners School Monday evening. Maple sugar and syrup featured in fare as two special N. O. 1 cars transported guests from Akron. one veered off course. Prof Stickles led an orchestra while welcomes and replies from local figures sparked lively, humorous remarks.
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Tomarlo
Stow Corners
M. Aterbalt
N. O
Elias
Stow
Fy AL ‘Won
Stowaway
Stow Township
Stowensy
Prof
Olney
Michiel Gilhooligan
Rosario
Hewig
Wie
Wik
Tumor
Mir
Robinson Owl
Gilhpoligua
Busy time as rail freight congestion rises nationwide
Railway officials report a busy period with freight flow near capacity as Pan American Exposition era activity and summer manufacturing demand strain carriers. Akron representatives warn of heavy workload and rising congestion, while local residents Mr and Mrs Steve Fogle plan to leave Spencer for a new home amid continued disruptions.
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Akron
Fady
Aly
Steve Fogle
Abrondant Wook
Spencer
Meding Gazette
Warner Pair Tonigu And Wednes Day Stole Spotlight
Two performers dubbed the Warner pair Tonigu and Wednes Day drew attention at a local arts showcase. The duo presented a blend of theater and music, delivering a memorable sequence that captivated the audience and critics alike.
Mrs Harpley Runs Off With $60 Leaving Coventry Home
Ward Harpley reports his wife Iola M Harpley vanished Friday noon from their Coventry home with $60 and a trunk. A note to him stated she was leaving and did not know where, on their second wedding anniversary. He left behind furniture and plans to discontinue housekeeping while he stays with engineer Martin Costello.
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Ward Harpley
Iola M. Harpley
Iotie
Tola
Harpley
Coventry
Frank Btevens
Philippings
J. Tregue
Beeny
Nevada
Parsonage Secured for Akron Preacher Amid House History
The A. M. E. Zion church obtained the old Nash house on East Exchange Street for a parsonage. The landmark, once owned by Sumner Nash and built by Dr. Samuel Bartzes, has a storied past including a wedding, a funeral procession, and a tale of a gallant husband undone by a blue suit and a moving train. It stands near Spicer and Exchange, site of Akron’s first log house.
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Mr. Little
Key
Little
Thia
Trom
A. M. EB. Zion Church
East Exchange
Sumner Nash
Akron Bell Ing Co
Hehdy
Blank
Calebrate
Toromnyk
Spicer and Exchange Sts
Akeror
Free concerts plan by Eighth Regiment band raises funds
The Eighth Regiment band plans summer free concerts funded by business donations from $1 onward. Each concert costs from 60 to 90 dollars, with donors receiving honorary membership certificates for future events. Subscriptions of five dollars or more grant regular honorary certificates and jury duty or poll tax exemptions, aided by the Ohio National Guild. Circulators target prominent citizens including Mayor Doyle and Messrs P. B. Werefer, Geo. W. Crouse.
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Eighth Regiment
Highth
Ohio National Guild
Doyle
Messim
P. B
Geo
W. Crouse
Eas Dorard
Pitched Two Heelers From Sheriff Office in March
Hollinger, a Republican Sheriff candidate, set a precedent at the Court House by ejecting two boodlers. The men known as Red Winger and Doc Mishler refused to leave after being asked to depart, highlighting tensions among Iowa politicians and candidates.
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Mar
Walter
Hollinger
Court House
Benvdis
Randidates
Altlea
Red Winger
Doc" Mishler
Towa
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Rockefeller
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