19 Nov 1902
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Newspaper
Akron Daily Democrat
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1902
Page
1
A gang of four to seven masked men robbed Mumnboro, taking cash and stamps from the post office, blacksmith shop, and clothing store before blowing the safe. A resident, George G. Goodell, was shot in the arm as the robbers fled toward the railroad, evading pursuit.
Gen Dick denies a sensational claim that his hunting party killed 167 quail in three days near Holmes County, far exceeding the 18-quail daily per-man limit. He asserts the figure is exaggerated and shows no fear of a potential fine.
The Norton family has occupied the 1200 Fast Market Street home for generations in Middleville with Mrs. T. Cook the current Norton. Her husband, after selling his Akron China Co. stake, plans to move to Cleveland for business. The time for removal is not fixed, and the original site began as a log cabin.
William Smith a lightweight pugilist from Buffalo faced the Mayor on a Wednesday morning charge of intoxication. He claimed to be ready for a smoker at North Wad club and offered to bring “good gents” from the front if released. The Mayor fined him $2 plus costs after viewing his fighting photo and hearing his boasts.
In Rockefeller Eaves City on November 19 the criminal court heard Frank Blog charged with embezzlement. He is accused of aiding Siegel Sanders Commission Co, through which Jani Rockefeller, brother of the oil magnate, lost $277,000. The case centers on an $8,000 charge with several other indictments pending. You're now ready to proceed with the next steps.
Akron residents hope to stage an 8 football game between state leaders OMU and Akron team led by Dra Stauffer Hulse and Thomas alumni of OMU. They are arranging to bring OMU to Akron Saturday November 20 with favorable weather. A secured visit could draw a record crowd.
Paris reports a rising rumor that a former cabinet minister faces imminent arrest over a sweeping banking fraud involving M. Boulaine and bogus companies. Boulaine was arrested in early October for the elaborate scheme.
Chicago November 11. Members of the Western Association of Stove Manufacturers have decided to raise stove prices by five percent. All leading stove industries represented due to higher costs for iron and coke cited as the cause.
The city gas works superintendent warned the council that the aging gas holder is so worn that an explosion may occur. He asked for 250000 to replace it, amid panic in the thickly settled neighborhood.
Advices from Lieutenant General Miles indicate he will not return directly to the United States after inspection duties in the Philippines. He plans to visit China and Russia, leaving Manila around December 15 for Peking to inspect the legation guard, then proceed to St. Petersburg via the Transsiberian route and return to the United States through Europe.
Sheriff Kelly and deputies failed to capture any of the prisoners who escaped in the second delivery on election night. Rumors circulated about sightings of Henry Squires, the central figure of the chatter, but searches yielded no trace. Officers waited all night in the cold and damp at a suspected return point, returning disheartened in the morning.
At a stormy Schenectady Trades assembly meeting on November 19 the boycott against the Schenectady railroad company remained in effect. A motion to reconsider the boycott order failed due to constitutional limits on regular versus special meetings.
Admiral Schley arrived in Kansas City as a guest of the Commercial Club for the John Jay Treaty anniversary banquet. He was escorted by a segment of militia and was the featured figure in this morning's parade.
The 90th birthday of Dr Cham B W Wilgohs will be celebrated Friday at his daughter’s home 1409 West Thornton Street Akron. Dr Wilgohs came to Akron from Clinton about a year ago to live with his daughter.
Neighbors question West State Street being boarded up due to a sewer construction incident causing street damage and disruption. Local officials investigate the collapse and assess repairs while residents seek clarification on timing and safety.
President Roosevelt arrived by special train in Memphis at midnight to a hearty welcome. Local officials planned Wright sitting in state, but Wright vetoed the plan and chose to call on the President. The group toured the city before breakfast hosted by local women. He will attend two receptions this afternoon for whites and for colored people.
In Common Pleas court a jury awarded 1479.20 to Walter Harris and others against Curtis V. Hard and others. The Eight Regiment band, which accompanied the unit, contends officers promised 300 monthly in addition to regular wages for Cuba service. After initial installment, payments ceased. Defendants include Col. Curtis W. Hoyd and Gen. W. P. Dick, among others. The band’s service stirred strong reactions among its members.
The East Ohio Gas Company nears completion of laying its pipes through Summit county to supply Cleveland. The line passes just east of Barberton and west of Palr wa and connects with the main line of West Virginia between Canton and Masel tom.
Andrew Carnegie in London suffers a cold amid a late autumn epidemic in the city. He rested well overnight and was feeling better today though plans to sail for the United States are postponed for a week or ten days.
Deputy Hamlin hunted Wednesday for witnesses to testify in the Canton case against Melvin Smith formerly of this city now under arrest for shooting and killing a street car conductor. Smith had recently moved, showed erratic behavior, and allegedly claimed he fired over a window dispute. Counsel may argue insanity.
The Young People's Society for Self Culture held a successful Wednesday evening at First Presbyterian Church featuring a mock trial. Laura Shenkel sued C L Dorworth for breach of promise, with Floyd Watte as plaintiff and HE. 7 Rehlegel defending. Rev. Lindemuth presiding. Jury awarded Shenkel 4500 dollars plus costs. Next meeting features Prof. Brookover of Buchtel College delivering a stereopticon biology lecture.
William Greene, a employee of the American Cereal Co, suffered serious internal injuries Wednesday morning while helping to end a box car. He was caught between the car and an iron building during a car switch and was taken to Dr Cleaver's office. recovery is expected.
It was announced that after Sunday all T. and V. trade will either run into the Union depot or have connections from the depot, signaling a consolidated route access plan for the system.
Three men named H. Smith John Martin and J. Rector were arrested by Officer McMichael at Wallmadge for clinging to moving trains and were taken to Akron for trial.
A 15 year old Akron boy, Sylvan Keller, is believed to have won 24000 in the Cincinnati Enquirer guessing contest on the total votes for Secretary of State. He entered with 11457 as the exact vote total, a figure officially announced after the poll.
The article notes fear of Akron police and railroad police deters tramps from Akron and prompts careful behavior. Special officers at trunk line towns arrest vagrants and eject them. Tramps reportedly communicate by a wireless-like system to warn others about harsh towns, with many arrests after departure from Akron.
Mayor Doyle stated Wednesday that no more child bouts would be allowed at athletic entertainments. He previously refused an 8 EE. A. C. event but granted a permit to the N. BE. A. C. He opposes boxing exhibitions for boys and will require permits to bar young competitors.
In Barberton Ohio on Wednesday John O'Brien pleaded guilty to intoxication and was fined five dollars plus costs, following a similar fine on Monday. He also fell into the canal Sunday. John Hamilton and Gus Reager were each fined two dollars plus costs for intoxication on Tuesday. In Richmond Virginia Wilson and John Bryant, brothers, killed Winn. Vanover of Pike County Kentucky on November 10. Wilson Bryant was sentenced to hang by Dickinson County court last night. his brother faces the same sentence today, marking the first capital conviction in that county.
In Odesan in November IW six petroleum reservoirs near the city are burning. They contain upwards of 70,000 pede of oil. A high wind fans the flames driving a roaring furnace-like spectacle visible from afar.
A brief notice reports paving work beginning on Byers Avenue in Wax, stating workers commenced the laying of pavement on Wednesday. The item records the start of street improvement in the town.
Wilk from Luley, a battered youth, was arraigned for vagrancy after a downtown arrest. He claimed to have fled with parents to Springfield township and that a nearby fire left him frail, intending to enter a care facility via the Poor department after transfer.
A 20 year old exchange teller, William J bow masney, at the Third National bank in St. Louis killed himself with carbolic acid on Tuesday afternoon. He left two letters, one to a brother and another to a young lady. He had worked at the bank for 17 years and his accounts were reported as in excellent order. No motive is known.
A petreleimp vessel wrecked near Cherbourg today during a Preneh comet approach, with the entire crew lost. Rescue operations are underway as officials confirm the disaster and seek survivors or salvage details.
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