05 Dec 1918
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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1918
Page
1
The readable fragments list a yard price and a few items with small numbers. It mentions dollars per yard and a center, with references to a fort or soldier context and foreign use. No clear event or full names are present.
President Wilson rests aboard the George Washington with a slight cold while off France. The ship sails at 17 knots as a naval flotilla accompanies it. He plans to confer with peace delegates via radio and prepare Americas stance for early peace talks.
The article discusses Allied plans for a scientific indemnity to Germany after the war. It argues the principle is to extract every penny from Germany while easing the burden on its people and speeding postwar recovery. It notes German taxpayers, not just war debts, will fund reparations through various means, including state assets and railways.
Readable bits indicate rain chance in north tonight with cold wind. Other lines reference prices 99.75 and various local ads for used items and leather goods signaling a mall or market listing.
Winnipeg labor unions including brick masons carpenters and railroad machinists vote in favor of a five percent kick in the beer sale. The move aims to legalize and boost alcohol sales revenue in the city.
President Wilson shows preference for a regional director system to govern railroads with federal oversight but private ownership. Senator Smith says Congress has 21 months under government control after peace to act, otherwise railroads may return to private hands.
Judge Henry A Wise former Stark county probate judge was struck by a car while crossing Tuscarawas Street near the courthouse Thursday noon. He suffered only minor injuries with hemorrhages noted and no internal wounds, after being freed from under the vehicle and treated in the probate court office.
Governor Cox today commuted to life imprisonment the sentences of George W. Baker and Paolino Panatoni both from Portsmouth who were to die tonight for murder of a grocer. Roy Hughes linked to the crime remains life. Also notes Eagles event and Canton Paint & Glass Co. ad.
United Press reports that Lenin and his advisers favor strong protectionism to develop Russia's infant industries. The plan limits imports of common goods and luxuries while temporarily permitting foodstuffs and demands domestic manufacturing of agricultural machinery and railway equipment.
President Wilson nominated Representative Carter Glass of Virginia to be secretary of the treasury succeeding W G McAdoo. Glass, long chair of the banking and currency committee, had kept the offer pending his acceptance amid Wilson’s trip to Europe. McAdoo to remain director general of railroads until the President returns.
Belgian official communique reports forces within 15 miles of the Rhine after occupying Neud and sending a light detachment into Odenkirchen, a town 15 miles southwest of Düsseldorf and 25 miles northwest of Cologne.
The annual Christmas sale of the calendar by the Preps and Juniors of the boys department at the YMCA begins Friday. Proceeds benefit the association camp at Turkey Foot Lake.
Holmes Letherman Seed Co offers Canadian Balsam guaranteed not to fall. Place orders at 224 Cleveland Ave NW or call 1329 for details and sales.
Amsterdam dispatches recount a new version of the czar and family deaths from Czarist Russia. The former czarina allegedly described a July execution at Ekaterinburg cellar by bolshevik forces, with the czar clasping his wife as she died and grand duchess Tatiana killed.
Massillon soldiers from Stark county listed by the war department as casualties in France. Killed in action is William Harrison of 1829 Garfield Ave SW. Wounded in action are Nicholas Blanc of 1604 Market Ave, Massillon, and Fred Schmidt R F D 1 Massillon. Herbert Richards of Massillon died of wounds. Blanc’s letters from July 20 and 23 and July 27 describe hospital care and convalescence despite conflicting department notices.
News from Chile reports about a four minute quake that leveled Vallenar and nearly destroyed Copiapo. About 100 people are believed dead with numerous bodies buried under rubble as aftershocks extend the disaster. Buenos Aires registered the strong tremor. Steiner Coal Co advertises Youghiogheny coal shipments for coal consumers.
Every member of the machinists union is requested to attend a regular meeting Friday night at Tiger Hall. A Grand Lodge representative will be present. Cecil Blackburn, Rec. Sec. Adv.
Dance at Eagles Hall on Tuesday Thursday and Saturday nights featuring Norwood's Augmented Orchestra under Ady.
The Woomer Piano Co. offers six pianos in exchange deals for players with prices as low as 95 dollars. Free delivery and liberal terms advertised by BE M Peek of Magr. at 426 Market av. Adv.
The American Third Army halted after a three day march toward the Rhine. The force led by the overall commander moved beyond Bitburg, 16 miles north of Treves, at about 12 miles daily. Civilians watched in sullen silence as the advancing troops, in steel helmets with rifles ready, formed imposing warlike columns.
Pope Benedict expressed delight at President Wilson visiting Rome during an audience with Congressman Carlin of Virginia. Ambassador Page will depart for Paris next week, officials announced.
In a December report Gregory calls for drastic and sweeping changes to the U S criminal code. He notes wartime challenges, vague laws, and the need to distinguish honest criticism from malicious acts. He cites propaganda, false enemy reports, and personal guilt as key issues guiding reforms.
Councilman Hafer announces he will personally gather data on Fire Chief Mesnar after touring five fire stations and speaking with captains. He cites lack of cooperation and other issues, planning a report for next Monday night despite the fire and police committee's actions. Mesnar remains silent as council and department members press for answers.
The Hoosier Romance which was set for Strand shows Thursday through Saturday is lost in transit. In its place The Temple of Lusk will be shown until the other arrives.
Captain H. W. Miner of Co. C, 46th Infantry, 37th Division, is the favored Democratic nominee for mayor in 1919. Citizens and party leaders expect a patriotic campaign, with Miner’s past heroism earning wide support. He is currently believed to be in Belgium as the armistice ends fighting.
President Wilson could call an independent world congress for a league of nations and armament limits. Senate Republicans urge delaying the league discussion until after the peace treaty. Senator Knox backs a future conference and longer discussion.
Secretary of War Baker urges draft as swift and effective for military strength and supports specialized schools to back West Point. General Pershing's report lauds American officers and men as immortal while noting reliance on French tanks aircraft and artillery.
The First Congregational Church hosts a bazaar next week at 915 Tusest with Christmas gifts aprons baked goods groceries Orientals and many kinds of fancy work. Ady report notes appeal to shoppers and community support.
The Civil Service Commission will hold competitive exams on Tuesday December 10 for City Electrical Inspector City Physician and Dairy and Food Inspector. Tests start at 2 p m in the police court room with applications due. Secretary Adv C B Hovis signs the notice.
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