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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1925
Page
3
A fragmented field report discusses winter crops, weather, and farmer impacts. It notes forecasts for corn and wheat, potential yield changes, and varying expectations among producers amid uncertain conditions. The piece cites input costs, market buyers, and broader crop outlook considerations affecting farmers.
In Hudson Minnesota authorities pressed to confirm a confession by Louis Labombard 21 who claimed Charles Lefebvre 15 helped kill Helen and Georgia Annile Na. Labombard says Charles planned the crime claiming the sisters would leave money. Lefebvre denies involvement and is to face juvenile court while Labombard faces regular criminal court.
In Chicago on August 1, vaudeville actor Thomas Toner, 32, of New York, died in his Majestic hotel room under unclear circumstances. Chorus girl Freda Uhle, 22, of Parkersburg West Virginia, who reported the death, was detained after she led detectives to the scene. She told of meeting Toner in Indianapolis and later at a cafe after his Majestic act.
The Pontiani relics from Rome arrive with a special papal transit license easing customs for Bishop Schrembs. He notes two popes promised relics, Cleveland Catholics funded catacombs work for a decade, and $40,000 for archaeology was raised. Italian archaeologists’ doubts are dismissed as the relics’ authenticity is asserted.
Alliance citizens have a final chance to view motion pictures of the 1917 Memorial Day parade. The Star theater shows the grand procession filmed under Sons of Veterans auspices, depicting thousands who took part. Hemlock $500. Daily News Want Ads offer results.
A political snapshot shows Democrats wary of Coolidge’s growing strength and nominating power within the GOP. With five months in office, his administration’s performance fuels speculation he could seek a second term, while Republicans weigh potential successors and unity ahead of 1926 elections.
A home coming service at the local Christian church in Minerva will be held Sunday August 2 with Rev G J Hoover of Indianapolis a former pastor and State board of education member as speaker. Special music by the male quartet. Dinner at noon followed by an afternoon service at 2 30. No service in the evening announced by Rev J C Waddell.
Hoboken N J August 1 Lincoln Ellsworth American member of the Amundsen expedition to the north pole arrived aboard the Miner Frederick VII to a civic welcome. Officials Norwegian consulate representatives and cheering crowds greeted the explorer who praised his party's esprit de corps and spoke of the lack of discouragement during hardship before heading to New York's Century Club.
Judge Alva Deal presided as Jimmy Lorenz, a neglected boy, testified amid fear as neighbors described years of harsh treatment by his stepmother. The court ordered 29 days in the workhouse for Mrs. Lorenz and arranged hospital care while seeking a proper institution due to overcrowding. Jimmy remains under watch, awaiting the next placement step with patience from the court and local officials.
A lighthearted column traces how buttons vanish from women garments while remaining essential for men. It notes left side button placement in history, the shift of rings to white gold and platinum, gloves to avoid washing hands, and hints at enduring customs as fashion evolves across society.
A memorial service was held Friday night at 10:39 for William Jennings Bryan, described as the greatest Klansman of our times. The event occurred on the Broadway and High street playgrounds with an inscription praising Bryan.
Werner a veterinarian at the Dog and Cat Hospital offers 2.50 for smallest dog and 2.50 for largest dog in a parade with ten other prizes. Entry is at the park before 1 20 Wednesday, bring pets and spectators may lead them if chosen.
Washington buzzes over a possible year extension of the prohibition drive. If enforcement fails and liquor remains easily purchasable in big cities, Melvin and administration backers may urge Congress to modify the Volstead act. Names cited include Judge Elbert H. Gary of U S Steel and John D. Rockefeller Jr as figures in the discussions.
Alliance August 1. A Vine Street Birthday Club gathering occurred Friday at Mrs. Harry Groves home 206 West Vine Street. Also notes a recent Alliance Country Club women versus East Liverpool Country Club women match in that city. The Auld family plans its 28th annual reunion next Wednesday at Rockhill Park. The Alliance W CTU held its quarterly tea Friday at First Methodist Episcopal Church. A Masonite social committee met Friday at the Masonic Temple. Malta Dames held a regular meeting Friday evening.
Aug 1 Miss Ida Hall resigns as record clerk of the municipal court, resignation accepted by Judge Kaley. Hall stepped down July 20 and Kaley accepted the resignation Friday. Mrs Gladys Fromholtz appointed by Kaley as record clerk, appointment taking effect.
Mrs G A Shutt nee Orvilla Molebash of Strasburg died at her home Friday morning. She is survived by her husband and four children Gale Marjory Alice and Billy all at home two sisters Mrs A A Heid of Strasburg and Mrs George Boyer Beach City one brother John J Molebush of Dover Funeral services set for 1 30 Sunday at the home and 2 at the Lutheran church Strasburg conducted by Rev A A L Mensch
Henry W. Sheely a 6 carpenter of 217 Bellflower NW died suddenly Saturday morning while planing at a new house in Miles off Tuscarawas Street extension. Coroner says probable heart disease. Survived by widow four brothers and a sister. Private funeral Tuesday at 2 from home. Burial Westlawn.
Connie Nicholson, 89, of 18 Moc Call ol SE, died early Saturday at home from complications of diseases. He leaves his widow, a daughter Lettie, his parents and two brothers Clayton and Perry of Canton. Services will be Tuesday at 1 30 p.m. in Mt Calvary Baptist church with Rev G T Speaks officiating. Interment in Forest Hill.
Friends may view the body of Mrs Elizabeth Stewart 88 who died Friday noon at her granddaughter Mrs Roy D Spetgle’s home 1908 8rd St NE in Spiker funeral parlors after 4 p m Saturday. The funeral will be at Spiker funeral home Monday at 2 30 p m with burial in West Lawn.
Mrs Lena Moushey aged 75, mother of Mrs O W Renkert of 1375 Market Ave N, died in California on Thursday. The body was sent by train to Canton for burial. funeral arrangements to be set after arrival.
Joanna Hershbeck, 86, of Cleveland, was found dead in her rooming house last Tuesday and was to be buried in Forest Hill Cemetery Saturday afternoon. Services were held at 3 p.m. in Jacob's Funeral Home.
Aug 1 pageant to follow Sunday school as part of Missionary Sunday. The short program titled Your Flag and Mine features Misses Thelma Grimm Mildred Davis Mildred B Davis Frances Halsall Grace Johnson Mary Esther Buchanan Miriam Leese and Rhea Roman taking part.
Alliance plumbers gather for the annual picnic at Minerva park with Journeymen plumbers and master plumbers invited. A varied program is planned as several hundred locals attend the outing with families joining in the day’s events.
Massillon August 1 Raymond Cole charged with procuring a signature on a note by false pretense pleaded not guilty at arraignment. Bond set at 300 dollars and trial scheduled for August 8.
MASSILLON August 1 The third annual reunion and homecoming of Millport school is being held today. Many are expected to attend.
Marlboro's annual homecoming opened with thousands attending. A morning sport program and noon outdoor dinners were served. Congressman John McSweeney and Attorney Charles Austin of Cleveland will speak in the afternoon. An ice cream festival is planned for the evening with Skellettes orchestra and the Marlboro band providing music.
Homer Anderson Alliance city engineer will travel to Camp Humphreys Virginia on August 8 for two weeks training as a captain of engineers and member of the Officers Reserve Corps. He will be stationed with the 808th Engineers during the camp.
The Massillon Welfare Federation now permanent after Chamber of Commerce vote. The group, also called Community Chest, completed its second quarterly settlements with ten social agencies and disbursed about $40,000 of the year's budget. The drive exceeded the $92,000 goal, and officers were elected as the organization formed after the March campaign.
Aug 1 Alliance. Lizzie Durham arrested Friday afternoon at a local store for shop lifting with a dress valued at 16.75 in possession. Judge M C Moore fined her $10 and costs and sentenced her to 20 days in the work house. Officers Starks and Groves made the arrest. James Martin was arrested Friday on intoxication charges. William Rose intoxication charge dismissed after withdrawal.
Marie Bar key Mary Lewis Marth Sailor Mary Malson and Marie Rush won prizes in a local doll contest run by the playground association. Dolls of various sizes were entered and the top five were noted as the nicest. In athletics, Sippo park leads Oak Knoll by 55 points with a tight close race anticipated.
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