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Canton Daily News

Location

Canton, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1920

Page

1

Hoover would not back party platform if harmful to nation

Washington April 1 Herbert Hoover would decide which platform and nomination to accept based on whether a party’s platform advances liberal, constructive aims. The story outlines potential third‑party moves and Hoover’s insistence on independence from party obligation.

Ashington D. C Mertert Hoover Herbert Hoover Republian Hoover Igon Ma Hoover San Francisco

Truck Kills Man and Hurts Girl at City Corner

At the corner of Ma honingrd and 13thest NE a large auto truck plowed into a couple just after a streetcar ride. Wallace Petticord, twenty one, died shortly after arrival at Mercy hospital while Myrtle Lesh, twenty one, suffered grave injuries and remained in serious condition Thursday noon.

Mahoningrd 13Thest Wallace Petticord Myrtle Lesh Mercy Hospital Petticord

Tragic Streetcar Crash Claims Young Pair

A Canton mother reports her daughter and Petticord went to a moving picture show and were struck by a speeding truck driver, with the girl severely injured and Petticord dead. The accident occurred near Mahontgyrd past Church as the street car witnessed the outcry and neighbors aided the victims. The boy served in France and Petticord hailed from Fort Valley Georgia. Funeral plans set for Fort Bailey burial.

Prank Lesh Winfield Way Petticord George Myera Locustat Akron Howepital Myers Pettcord McQuate Mahontgyrd Vince Myrtie Lesh Canton Leitner’s Dry Good Store Fort Valley France Miller-Blanchard Fort Bailey

Girl Expected to Win First Honors at McKinley High

Indications point to a girl achieving first honors at McKinley High School this year, a feat previously accomplished by boys only twice in Canton history. Official confirmation will come after a few weeks, with records noting only one boy ever won first place.

McKinley High School Canton High School

United Alloy Plans Cafeteria Building Project

Applications have been filed with the city building department by United Alloys Corp for a permit to erect a 40 by 175 foot cafeteria building at an estimated cost of 19000 dollars. Melbourne Bros. are the contractors for the project.

United Alloys+ “ Corp Py “Veuon Melbourne Bros Contrac

Small Blazes Keep Fire Department Busy

A series of minor fires strained the department with a match in a manhole at Hst and Rossay NE sparking wet gas and a small blaze at 6 40 Wednesday afternoon. Fire Chief Mesnar reported ten other rubbish fires near buildings and urged owners to remove debris after a rash of blazes tied to spring cleaning.

Hst Rossay NE Mesnar

Weather note and local forecasts for Canton area

Fragmented weather text appears to mention Ohio regions with tonight and Saturday forecasts. Details are unreadable. no clear temperatures or conditions can be confirmed.

Anti-Suffrage Petition Circulating in Canton

A story notes Canton leaders of the anti suffrage party reportedly received a petition from Columbus claiming 1500 signatures will be gathered. Mrs Ray Bour dismisses rumors saying no women have reported receiving such papers and suggests men may hold them. W R Wadsworth offers no more detail.

Ohio Canton Ray Bour Columbus W. R. Wadsworth Wadsworth Bour

Canton doctors raise office and operation fees in new schedule

At a Canton Medical Library association meeting doctors approved a higher fee system to keep pace with living costs. Office consultations rise to 2.00 for new patients and 1.50 for old, with major increases across anaesthetic, maternity and tonsil adenoid services.

Canton Medical Library Association Canton

City Attorneys Meet in Columbus to Curb Rent Profiteering

Columbus reports city attorneys from Ohio's major cities gathering for a conference called by Governor Cox. The session focuses on defining municipal power to curb profiteering by landlords and explores creating city boards with mayoral appointees to arbitrate between landlords and tenants.

Columbus Ohio Cox Ofce Price Scarlett

Sues Husband for Alimony in Common Pleas Court

Jennie Martin files an alimony petition against John A. Martin in Canton alleging he consorted with women of bad repute and entertained a woman in his offices while spending money on her. The Dougherty Co. Courtland bidg. is named as codefendant over credits he maintains there. She claims a May 14 1919 agreement made her his common law wife and notes she gave him real estate from her first husband. She seeks alimony and an injunction preventing disposal of his Dougherty Co credits.

Canton Common Pleas Court Jennie Martin John A. Martin Dueberay A. Dougherty Co. Courtland Bidg Dave Dougherty Co

Nine burglars indicted in common pleas court

Nine men faced Judge Harvey F. Ake as grand jury actions continued. Albert Shake and Brady Shiplet pleaded guilty to burglary and larceny and drew one to 20 year terms in the Ohio penitentiary. Other defendants received similar or related sentences.

Grand Jury Harvey F. Ake Common Pleas Albert Shake Ohio Brady Shiplet Hubert Myer Harry Law William Fleming Mansfield Reformatory Joe Baker Astronos Bonderis Ohio Penitentiary Lawrence Langanke

Women in Washington Protest British Actions in Ireland

A crowd of women and sympathizers marched toward the Capitol on April 1 bearing banners to condemn England over Ireland. They planned to petition the Senate to cable the British government about killings in Ireland. Leader Amelia Rosser, granddaughter of Confederate General Thomas Rosser, said the three day demonstration would begin with a possible picketing of the British embassy.

Washington Ireland Pennsylvania Capitol England Senate Amelia Rosser Thomas Rosser Virginia

Margaret's Noonday Meals Ad Reads Daily 11 to 2

An advertisement promotes Margaret's Noonday Meals served daily from 11 until 2 at Margaret's Chocolate Shop located at 216 Market Avenue. The notice highlights lunch offerings and the business hours in a period-voice style.

Margaret's Margaret’s Chocolate Shop

Wallace Peddicord Rites At Miller Blanchard Tonight

The Wallace Peddicord funeral service is set for 7:30 this evening at the Miller Blanchard funeral chapel. The body will be shipped Friday to Fort Valley Georgia. He was a member of the Junior Order of Mechanics the A A of E and 8 B R of America.

Wallace Peddicord Miller- Blanchard Fort Valley Georgia Order of Mechanics A. A. of E B. R. of America Thge Fort Waissley A. of Mister- Blanchard A. A. of FE Adv

Auto School to Open Course For Business Men

The Y M C A Auto School will open a six week course for Business Men on Wednesday April 7. Classes meet Wednesday and Friday from 4 to 5 p m and cover automobile care and operation and its accessories. Learn your own car. Enrollments taken now.

Auto School Y. M. C. A. Auto School Ady

Canton's Finest Nightlife Weekly Music Listings

Dance Eagle's hall hosts Mack's Popular Players every night except Monday. Canton's best music scene offered nightly entertainment with live performances and dancing opportunities.

Buckeye Fish and Sea Food Market Ad Boosts Diverse Shell

The Buckeye Fish and Sea Food Market at 126 Fourths NE advertises a wide assortment including roe shad whitefish catfish bullhead halibut perch pike shad roe salmon codfish tile steak trout eels and oysters. Contact Bell 3998 State 669 X Adv.

Buckeye Bell

McKinley Lodge Special Communication Friday

A special communication of Wm. McKinley Lodge will be held Friday April 2 at 6 30 p m M M Degree H W Wickham W M H Hein garten Secretary Adv

Wm. McKinley Lodge H. W. Wickham W. M H. Heingarten

Expulsion of Five Socialists From New York Assembly

In Albany on April 1 the New York Assembly permanently expelled five socialist members from New York City for disloyalty. One, Louis Waldman, nicknamed a young Trotsky, led the first expulsion by 115 to 28. August Claessens and Charles Solomon were ousted by 116 to 28 and 416 to 28 respectively. Samuel Dewitt and Samuel Orr were expelled by 104 to 40, amid nearly 24 hours of debate on the controversial action.

Albany N. Y State Assembly New York City Assembly Louis Waldman Trotzky August Claessens Charlies Solomon Solomon Samuel Dewitt Samuel Orr Socialist Party The Lowe New York State

Divorce Asset Judge Quits Divorce Branch in Chicago

Judge Joseph B. David announced he would transfer from the divorce branch of the superior court after condemning modern marriages as less sacred and calling divorce an asset for women. He argued marriages lack solemn regard and noted divorces draw more attention and suitors, while saying men are accused of infidelity more often.

Chicago Joseph B. David Superior Court David

George Jones Fined for Liquor Violations in City

George Jones was fined 500 dollars and costs after pleading guilty to keeping liquor in his place of business in violation of the federal prohibition act. He had two prior arrests by anti saloon agents and his establishment at 212 233 Cherry avenue SE was raided Tuesday night.

George Jones Bowman Jones

Funeral Service at Blanchard Chapel and Shipping to Georgia

Funeral service announced at Blanchard funeral chapel. The body will be shipped to Fort Waissley, Georgia, Friday morning. The deceased was a mechanic and belonged to the A. A. of E. and 8 A. of America. Also an ad notes a dance tonight at Schlabach’s with a big party Saturday afternoon and night, a surprise for attendees, and a separate note saying No dance Good Friday.

Schlabach

Fish for Good Friday from Canton Fish Co

Fresh varieties headline Canton Fish Co location at 119 Third Street SE with Friday sale. Local ads tout diverse selections for Good Friday meals.

Canton Fish Co

C and J Shoe Shop Offers Heel Repair Service

The ad promotes shoe repair by C and J Shoe Shop at 121 ae SE opposite the Grand Opera House. It claims a new heel greatly improves an old shoe appearance.

C. & J. Shoe Shop

Mass Meeting at Church of Freq Thought

A mass meeting is announced at Church of Freq Thought Tiger hall corner Marketay and Second SE. Rev Merton Verrill president of the Spiritualist Mediums alliance Grand Rapids Michigan will speak along with other out of town workers. Services at 2 pm and 7 30 pm Sunday.

Church of Freq Thought Tiger Hall Corner Marketay Second-st SE Spiritualist Medium's Alliance of Grand Rapids, Mich Merton Verrill

Wood Auto Facert Machines Meet at Fifth NW Off Cleveland

The group will assemble at Fifth NW off Cleveland and depart for Akron Friday afternoon at 1 15.

Wood Auto Cleveland Akron

The Pastry Shop Ad Jingle Promotes Deliveries

A short ad line urges readers to choose delivery from The Pastry Shop located at 218 Cleveland-ayv NW with contact numbers Bell 394 and State 3629.

Bell State the Pastry Shop Cleveland-ayv NW

Canton Morris Plan Bank Offers Five Percent Interest

An advertisement proclaims a five percent per annum rate paid semiannually at The Canton Morris Plan Bank, highlighting a steady return on deposits.

Canton Morris Plan Bank Adv

General Wood Denies Borah Charge in Chicago Address

General Wood publically rejects Senator Borah’s accusation that large contributions funded the Wood campaign. He calls the claims of money buying the national convention false and insults to the convention and the nation. He did not mention Borah’s charges in his Chicago address before departing for Ohio.

Chicago Borah Wood General Wood Ohio Senator Borah

Physicians push merger of Canton phone systems

Canton physicians and other professionals discussed consolidating the two local telephone companies to create a single service for all residents. Dr. C. K. Schilling stated the aim is to improve coverage and efficiency without wrecking existing firms, with the Canton Medical Association backing the consolidation initiative.

Canton Canton Medical Association C. KB. Schilling Pha

Court sustains alliance case halting municipal gas bonds

In Alliance common pleas court Judge Harvey F. Ake sustained the demurrer in a mandamus action filed by City Solicitor Sheller. The ruling blocks a $525,000 gas plant bond election, declaring the proposition dual in character and illegal, delaying plans pending higher court action. The city may not appeal. attorney L Geiger represented officials. Ad appears for piano bargains.

Harvey F. Ake Common Pleas Court Sheller Alliance Ilegal Shetler L. Geiger

Stark County Vegetable Growers Meeting Invites All Growers

A notice for the Stark County Vegetable Growers Association requests fruit and vegetable growers to attend a meeting at the courthouse on Saturday evening April 3 at 7:39. An advisory committee is extended to all interested growers.

Stark County Vegetable Growers’ Association Court House Stark Lodge William Sickel N. G.ady

Church Members Asked to Bring Memorial Flowers

First M. Ed. church members are asked to bring memorial flowers for a Faster Sunday observance this Saturday afternoon. Flowers will be returned or disposed of as suggested by attendees.

Easter Bunnies at New Barnett In Cherry-avy Display

John Marsino opposes site changes at New Barnett on Cherry-avy while promoting Easter novelties. Baster Novelties offers candies toys and baskets for the season with real Easter bunnies available.

Baster John Marsino New Barnett

Wood Auto Report Friday Afternoon

Notice reports a Wood Auto event on Friday afternoon at 1 15 Ady. The brief item notes the scheduled time and location details are provided by Ady.

Fresh Roe Shad Oysters Buckeye Fish and Sea Food Market

A local seafood storefront advertises fresh roe shad oysters and seafood. Located at 926 Fourth NE with Bell 2998 and State 669-X advertising.

Bell

Owls Hold Regular Meeting and Social Session Tonight

The Owls announce a regular meeting and social session tonight as advertised. Members are invited to attend the gathering for updates and convivial activities.

Adv

Meeting Planned at New Hall Near Yenders Restaurant

A gathering is scheduled at the new hall near Yender s Restaurant located at 116 Market avd on an evening in early April. The notice invites attendees to discuss community matters and confirms venue and timing details.

Yender

Beil 396 State 3620 oe Pastry Bhop

Beil 396 and State 3620 are listed with oe Pastry Bhop at 214 Cleveland-av. The fragment mentions a pastry shop or address in Cleveland Avenue with unclear context. No further details are readable.

Beil State Cleveland

Two Speed Cops Begin Strict Campaign Against Speeders

Police Chief Gauchat announced a new campaign to curb speeding with Officers Joe Pence and Fred Wogley on daily patrols. Bond may be accepted for court appearances based on offense severity as other speed cops are to be assigned later. City ordinances set 15 mph in congested areas, 20 mph outside, and 30 mph rural.

Joe Pence Fred Wogley Gauchat Bowman

Armed Bandits Rob Payroll Run Near City Viaduct

In Kansas City on April 1 armed bandits held up messengers carrying the payroll of Swift & Co packers from the Drovers National Bank to the packing plant. The robbers escaped with 45840 dollars after stopping the car on the intercity viaduct.

Kansas City Swift & c Drovers National Bank Intercity

Evening meeting at Misterchanics and the A A of FE

An evening gathering is scheduled for 7 30 at the Misterchanics and the American Federation of Experience and Benefit Regions. ADV appears as a note or ad indicating a local organizational event.

Canton Morris Plan Bank Promotes 6 Percent Deposits

A Canton bank advertises a 6 percent deposit rate and invites new depositors to join its services. The notice emphasizes reliable savings options and personal banking attention at Canton Morris Plan Bank.

Buckeye Fish Market Ad Mentioning Quality Motto

An advertisement for Puck eye Fish and Sea Food Market at 126 Fourth St NE promotes a wide selection of seafood with the motto quality is our standard. The notice includes contact bells and state listings.

Puckeye Fish and Fourth-st Bell State

Fresh Fish Ad From Buckeye Market On Fourth Street

An advertisement from Buckeye Fish and Sea Food Market at 129 Fourth Street NE offers fresh fish selections with flexible record choices priced at four for a set deal.

Bargain Close In Seven Rooms House Ad

Bargain close in seven rooms with hardwood and bath complete. $1500 down. Be quick. Bell 1416 State 125.

House Warming and Smoker at Boathall Canton

Local 143 advertises a house warming and smoker at Boathall corner Market and 4th NW on April 1 at 7 30 p m. All carpenters welcome with meals and refreshments. Also Arthur's Leather Shop promotes Easter ladies new bag sale with prices from 2 98 to 5 and up to 16 15 7 and more.

Boathall Cor. Market All Carpenters Ady Canton Arthur's Leather Shop

Joint concert with Canton Ladies Chorus at First Methodist

A joint concert with the Canton Ladies Chorus is set for Tuesday evening, April 6, at First Methodist Church, announced in the advertisement.

Moss Bros Stock of Wallpaper and Paintings

Advertising note offers wallpaper stock and painting services with home estimates. It lists Moss Bros at 3062 Tusest W State and a phone contact for estimates.

Moss Broa

Joint Concert by Canton Ladies Chorus and McDowell Club

A joint concert is announced at First Methodist Church on Tuesday evening April 6. Tickets and safety deposit boxes are advertised by City National in advance.

Canton Ladies’ Chorus McDowell Club First Methodist Church City National —Adv

Wood 10 Be Busy During Five Hour Stay In Canton

General Leonard Wood republican presidential candidate will be in Canton about five hours Friday evening. Judge William J. Day will speak at the Auditorium before Wood’s address. An automobile party will meet in Akron early Friday and bring Wood to Canton for a wreath at the McKinley monument and a speech to local groups.

WOOD Gleneral Leonard Wood Canton William J. Day Akron Goodyear McKinley Monument Canton Safety Council Pianta General Wood Courtland Grand Army Band Thomas Turner Judge Day Columbia

Raiding Pair Seize 30 Gallon Still Near Brewster

Deputy Sheriff Edward Gibson and a federal agent raided a home five miles north of Brewster and confiscated a 30 gallon still, 12 barrels of raisin mash, two c. of prune mash, plus other ingredients. Sam Danovich was arrested on a national prohibition act violation and claimed spending over 799 dollars on raisins.

Edward Gibson Ehill Sam Danovich Brewster Vanovich

Exline horse radish adv at Audi Auditorium Market

An advertisement fragment notes Exline horseradish being sold at the Audi Auditorium Market with promotional urgency Get It While Getting's good. The readable text emphasizes a local marketplace sale and brand promotion.

Auditorium Market

Canton Area Chorus and Club Concert at First Methodist

The Conecert Canton Ladies Chorus and MelDowell Club perform Tuesday evening April 6 at the First Methodist Church. The Canton Wallpaper Co. promotes large wall paper selection at low prices with first class hangers at 215 Market Ave 8 across from the McKinley hotel.

Conecert Canton Ladies’ Chorus MelDowell Club First Methodist Church Canton McKinley Hotel

Typewriters For Rent At Jenson Address

Typewriters for lent listed at 805 Clevay NW under state 1976 L and Bell 2225 with Ady.

Lent Jenson Clevay NW State Bell Ady

Excell and Roper At First Christian Church

Tonight at the First Christian Church Roeper plays piano for a great service. The sermon subject is Why some are not saved.

Excell Roper First Christian Church Roeper Sore Rvice

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