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Akron Daily Democrat

Location

Akron, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 14, 1902

Page

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Burglars Meet Rough Reception in Elyria Shootout

In Elyria Ohio two burglars looted three houses at gunpoint but were tackled by Marshal Karhon who was shot in the hip. A resident, J B Baird, fired on the assailants, one of whom was killed, the other fled and remains at large. Hillier used a shotgun to drive the intruders back.

Elyria Mench Jarvis Meach Lorain County Marshal Karhon J. B. Baird Karhon Fle W. d. Hillier Hillier

Many offices to be filled at the election next spring

Akron faces a large spring election with Republican primaries for Representatives County Commissioner and Infirmary Director. Voters will select five council seats a mayor treasurer auditor solicitor six school board members and two justices of the peace amid redistricting changes and party competition.

Akron Peren Board of Public Service W. F. Coleman A. A. Teeple Portage Township Kopiin Nash Hoffman Campbell

Bryan Sees Ohio Gains Not Dismaying Kansan City Platform

Lincoln Nov 14 W J Bryan in today's Commoner reports friends of the Kansan City platform not dismayed by Republican gains in the Ohio campaign. He cites Mayor Tom Johnson of Cleveland and opposition figures as key to the race while predicting renewed efforts for tax burden reform and justice.

Lincoln Neby W. J. Bryan Friends Kansan Ohio Tom Johnson Cleveland John BR. McLean Cincinnati Johnson

Death of Mrs Christina A Dunn in Akron

Mrs Christina A Dunn aged 0 years died Thursday at her son William Dunns home 985 South Main Akron of exhaustion. She had lived in Akron 20 years and was a widow. The funeral services will be held at the residence Saturday at 2 p.m. Interment in East Akron.

Christina A. Dunn Wmn. Dunn South Main Mra. Dunn Akron East

Marks Irregular Ballots May Decide New York Governor Race

In Manhattan and the Bronx the tally over 4000 ballots marked with crosses rather than Xs were opened under a mandamus. Counsel for John Cunneen claimed defective ballots favored the Democrats and could alter the outcome of Odell versus Dunneen in the attorney general race.

New York Board of County Manhattan Brong Supreme Court Beott Dayton John Cunneen Odell John Dunneen Attory Ney

Preacher Vindicated in Lorain Court Inquiry Verdict

Lorain Ohio November 14 The Court of Inquiry convened at the church to examine charges against Rev G C L Collins. The verdict found no basis to remove him as minister and cleared him on several counts while ruling he had shown undue attentions to women.

Collins Waas Collins

General Dick Talks State Politics After Spring Election

General Dick Friday morning declined to discuss State politics noting the local spring election under the new code will overshadow any future contests. He enjoyed a hunting trip near Shreve with comrades of the eighth regiment and was hosted by Major A W Critchield. He plans to stay in Akron until Congress reconvenes and supports the National Guard reorganization bill likely to pass the House.

Shreve Eighth Regiment A. W. Critchield Akron Congress National Guard House

Rich oil strike boosts Anson H. Russell in Harrison county

In Harrison county the city reports Anson H. Russell struck oil in the Selo field north of the county. Russell leased extensive land after word of a new find. The oil flow promises gains and Russell was reportedly offered 14 000 for his leases, which he values higher.

Anson H. Russell Selo Am Harrison County Selo Russell Russel

Fast Lake Shore Electric car sets long distance record

The Lake Shore Electric Co. special car carried a large crowd from Cleveland to Toledo, a 120 mile run, in 3 hours and 10 minutes. The event accompanied a celebration with American Eagles aboard. The record is described as the fastest time ever for a suburban car on such a long distance run.

Cleveland, O Lake Shore Electric Co Cleveland Toledo

Butler Verdict In St Louis Politician Case

The jury finds Edward Butler guilty of attempting to bribe two members of the St. Louis Board of Health. He faces three years in prison with sentencing to follow. Foreman Hickman notes a single ballot and full conviction, while eight members favored maximum penalty. Butler's lawyers to seek a new trial.

Columbia Edward Butler St. Louis Butler Foreman Hickman Butlers

Gen Dick For Speaker Supported by Ohio Editors

Chicago November 14 Leading editors of Ohio were asked by the Tribune for the best man to succeed David B Henderson as Speaker of the House. Eighty seven editors replied with 43 favoring Joseph G Cannon Illinois as first choice. Theodore E Burton Cleveland tops Ohio list with 24 first choices followed by John W Grosvenor Ohio with six and Dalzell Pennsylvania with three. Littlefield Maine two and Dick Ohio one. Three editors had no preference.

Chicago Oho the Tribune David B. Henderson Illinois Joseph G. Cannon Ilinois Ohio Theodore E. Burton Cleveland Burton Grosvenor Dalzell Pennsylvania Littlefield Maine Fowler New Jersey Hitt Babcock

Weather: Showers Tonight and Saturday Freeze Ahead

The forecast notes showers tonight and Saturday with a cool down to near freezing. Residents should prepare for wet conditions and chilly temperatures in the upcoming two days.

Wagon Loads of Evidence Before Coal Strike Commission

Beranton Pennsylvania November 14 The Anthracite Coal Strike Commission appointed by President Roosevelt convened its first session to investigate labor conditions in the anthracite fields. Miners and independent operators are represented by counsel as chairs and witnesses file in. President Mitchell points to hazardous work and low wages, urging fairness in tonnage and pay amid extensive evidence.

Beranton Roosevelt Ano Ther Witnemnes Mitchell Nen Mitchell Aso

Judge Hayden an Early Riser From Force of Habit

Judge George Hayden of Common Pleas court room No 2 is described as an early riser. He explains the habit formed on a farm in Medna county, rising around 4 each morning and living by a routine that ends around 9. He departs from the norm as professional men yawn at summons and is seen walking about the town after dawn. He boards at the Expire house while in Merog for court.

George Hayden Common Pleas Court Room No. 2 Hayden The Democrat Medna County Bel Medhba Alerog Exipire

Akron Ministers Bowl For Exercise

Three Akron pastors Rev. Howard MacAyeal Rev J G Slaster and Rev B Keller embrace vigorous daily exercise through bowling. They are seen off coats on at the alley pursuing strikes spares and wholesome recreation that aids health and well being.

Howard MacAyeal J- G Slaster Key B. Keller Akron

Akron Mfg Co Admitted to Do Business in Ohio

Special Correspondence reports the Akron Manufacturing Company of Delaware was admitted to do business in Ohio today. Capital stock listed at $20,000. F Beery serves as Ohio representative.

Columbus Akron Mfg. Co Delaware Ohio F. Beery

Heavy Business Erie Adds Crew to Yard Op Account

The Erie moves an awiel longine and crew to its yard operation from Galion amid heavy freight business activity.

The Erie Galion

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