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Newspaper
Massillon Independent
Location
Massillon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1902
Page
2
Most diplomats remain in Washington to watch legislation on the isthmian canal and Cuban reciprocity. The American Economist reports railroad prosperity under tariff changes with investment, miles, and employment figures. President Roosevelt's stance on Cuba aims for broad, impartial policy benefiting the greatest number and Cuban recognition.
At a bankers meeting Plymouth Savings Bank president T. Sherwood warned that bankers who use customer deposits for speculation are dangerous to trust. He argued no banking law can guard against a banker who seeks wealth for himself and noted society condemns both success and failure as evidence of dishonesty.
Speakers at the one hundredth anniversary celebration of the United States Military Academy are noted as signaling a fair final judgment. The event highlights enduring values and unity as cadets, alumni, and officials reflect on the academy’s legacy.
Secretary Root defends American soldiers at West Point amid criticism and calumny. He cites reports, private letters, and telegraphs showing loyalty and sacrifice, and urges fair treatment as the country anticipates a history with glorious pages alongside Cuba and China.
Berlin reports a surge of American influence as tourism, fashion, and culture embrace United States symbols. Hotels in Germany show 97 percent American guests, with Sousa marches in parades, ragtime in gardens, and vaudeville highlighting American acts. Children wear emperor portraits with stars and stripes.
London June 14 trial of Col Arthur Lynch on high treason began today Solicitor General Carson outlines case Lynch born in Australia served in Pretoria 1900 raised a regiment he commanded he billed himself as Irish and British but sought independence for the South African republic He was remanded until June 21 for further proceedings
Miners of Stanwood meet to hear Robert Legg report on mine scale. The Stanwood mine uses machines and adopts the Hocking valley scale for bottom slate pay when extra effort is required. The dispute over paying machine miners for bottom slate was explored with Hocking valley conditions.
An opinion piece reports senators conflicted by President Roosevelt's reciprocity message on sugar beet policy. Beet sugar leaders claim no loss to their position, while supporters suspect potential shifts in caucus plans and debate whether to pursue a Republican caucus before adjournment. The article cites Roosevelt's call for tariff revision and notes defense of Wood in Cuba with Secretary Root affirming Wood's actions to advance Cuban interests.
R G Duna Co weekly review of trade reports no diminution in business due to labor controversies citing prosperous agricultural regions and crop outlook. Railway earnings up 7 percent May vs last year and 21.7 percent above 1900. iron and steel delivery timing issues persist. contracts extend into next year. Bessemer pig iron sold at 16.50 with nearby shipments higher. wool and textiles hold steady while grain expects mixed crop data. U S weekly failures 162 vs 179 last year and 20 in Canada vs 23.
New York markets rallied in the final hour after a dull day, led by a prominent speculative influence returning to Wall Street. Reading stock gains supported the late rise while General Electric fell on merger concerns. Sugar rose with Cuban reciprocity hopes. Chicago and Eastern Illinois advanced on control rumors. Total sales reached 3,690,000 par value. United States 3s fell 1/2 point.
The Rev Henry W Temple pastor of the Third United Presbyterian church in Washington Pennsylvania has been elected president of Monmouth College in Monmouth Illinois. He will likely accept. Temple has led Washington church over eight years after leaving a Reformed Presbyterian ministry in Pittsburgh due to differences with high church officials.
Ohio shows partly cloudy skies today and tomorrow with variable winds. Western Pennsylvania remains cloudy and unsettled through today and tomorrow with variable winds. West Virginia forecasts partly cloudy conditions today and tomorrow.
The irrigation bill passed by the House is amended and returns to the Senate. A reclamation fund is created from public land sales across multiple states to finance irrigation projects, with conditions on water rights and residency. President Roosevelt’s reciprocity message stirs Senate debate but alters no clear stance yet.
Elkins of West Virginia presented in the Senate a joint resolution calling for the annexation of Cuba and its admission as a U S state, signaling a push for territorial expansion.
Mayor Bell appeals to individuals and organizations to donate to the Fourth of July celebration fund by June 20 as about 30 remains to be raised. Labor groups, including the Journeymen Tailors Union with $3, contribute, with more actions planned. The committee weighs several display lists and will decide after more money is raised. A variety of aerial bouquets and rocket types are planned for the event.
A Massillon resident testifies to back pain relief from Dean's Kidney Pills bought at Z. T. Baltzly's drug store on South Erie Street. The claimant says several boxes led to full cure and urges others to use the product, noting Foster Milburn Co. as sole U S agents. The text also promotes Dean's Ointment as a safe cure for itching piles.
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