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Newspaper
Daily News Record
Location
Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1902
Page
4
Bradford Pa December 24 A coroners jury found justifiable homicide after Mrs Edward Burdick shot Joan Ryan at the Burdick home during an attempted assault while her husband was away Ryan entered the residence and attacked the woman authorities report The case centers on a defense of honor in a small Bradford community
A northbound Ohio River passenger train collided with two freight trains south of Wateris West Virginia near Marietta Ohio on December 24. The wreck demolished both trains and many passengers were injured with possible deaths reported. Reinforcements from Marietta were dispatched to the scene.
Notices posted throughout the coke region announce a voluntary wage hike averaging eight percent for Frick Coke Co workers, a subsidiary of United States Steel. The Pittsburgh area report notes the adjustment as of December 21.
In Corunna Michigan a jewelry store fire early today caused about 30000 dollars in damages and destroyed several buildings in the business district including the First National Bank. A Masonic ball structure was among the losses.
The season through the St. Marys Canal system shows freight gains to near 36.4 million tons if all large freighters had passed. December freight reached 806,845 tons, with passengers up slightly from last year. A detailed 1901-2 comparison lists west and east bound tonnage and commodities, plus canal mail activity.
Rebels active must post bond as street railway bridge construction is halted by city authorities. Castro's resources have vanished and his situation is extremely critical.
Willemstad reports rebels gain courage as government arms smuggling persists. Rebels plan to move 5400 men toward Caracas via three routes while authorities dispute blockade rules and foreign fleet cooperation. Separately, Trans-St. Mary's Traction crews stop bridge work after city board's bond condition, delaying track laying until repairs and safeguards are secured.
Freehold New Jersey December 24 The Fury reports in the case of Asma Biggar Dr Charles Hendricks and former Justice Samuel Stanton accused of conspiring to secure the estate of the late Henry M Bennett. The jury returned this afternoon acquitting Miss Biggar and finding Hendricks and Stanton guilty of conspiracy.
The News-Record states there will be no paper issued on Christmas Day so staff may observe the holiday. It extends readers a Merry Christmas and urges understanding of the schedule.
Philadelphia December 24 Consoli dated Lake Superior directors plan a 3 30 p m meeting to finalize a loan now being negotiated in New York. The Damkers committee includes Beery Targail president of the Franklin New Gone bank, President Lieyd of the Commercial Trust Co and Rudolph Elliss chairman. Elliss is in New York.
In a morning blizzard a Pere Marquette passenger train rear-ended a freight near McCord, Michigan. Injured include J. Riley of Grand Rapids, James Scovell, a Gabodiroco Ua clerk, an express messenger, and E. A. Wood the baggage man with varying injuries.
In Crookston Minnesota a two year old George Randall was shot and killed by C Moonazed who then shot himself. Police suspect a lover’s quarrel motive. Also notes: Ladies Aid Society of First Congregational Church elected officers with Mrs J S Harris as president and Mrs W H Regan as vice president. LaCrosse reports a severe blizzard with high winds and three inches of snow affecting Dakota Iowa Minnesota rail traffic. Julius Lischer, former county attorney and prominent Iowa Republican, dies at Davenport after campaign involvement.
Washington dispatch reports no word from Commander Diehl of the Marietta by noon today regarding a protest against the blockading squadron at Caracas. Officials say they have full confidence in Diehl to handle the situation and would act only if he sends explicit instructions or objections. The allies reportedly allow the Caracas to remain in harbor at night citing surveillance concerns and may have kept her out of harbor today to load passengers elsewhere.
The Soo reports a festive rush as Christmas and New Year preparations unfold. Churches mark the season with services and music. merchants deck shops with holiday goods and expect strong commerce. Community events include Sunday schools, concerts, and a public ball, with skating rink opening planned if weather cooperates.
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