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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1925
Page
3
Campbell McCarthy, 29, a Black man, received a stay of execution from Judge John P. McGoorty two hours before his scheduled hanging for Christian Geitzen's murder. His attorney argued insanity. the pair sped from the judge's home to the county jail as deputies prepared the gallows.
Rome reports Pope Pius XI held a secret consistory naming Augustin Shinner titular bishop of the city of Sala a titular see created for him. The Vatican notes he would be unable to accept the appointment, previously linked to Spokane.
State retritioner John Hurlburt earned 2250 dollars this year for carrying out 15 executions at Sing Sing penitentiary.
Rector Barry to ask Cleveland City Council to prohibit sale or publication of racing tips to curb public gambling. The move aims to wipe out betting activity linked to horse or greyhound racing in the city.
Opal Cobe toiled in overalls on the family farm for four years aiding six others then enrolled at Baylor College. She works as a waitress to help cover her expenses while pursuing her studies.
Wells Fargo express train number 13 on the Erie railroad was robbed between Croxton and Rutherford New Jersey. The initial report valued the loot at about 100000 dollars in silk goods and other merchandise with total shipments valued over 1 million dollars.
United States Attorney Emory Buckner quoted statistics showing 2006 deaths from poison heatch in New York City over eight years. He warned that most samples of liquor analyzed were synthetic from denatured alcohol and urged action to curb bootleg poison liquor.
In Wooster on December 18 Kiwanis members demanded sworn menus for weekly luncheons after last Tuesday's meal proved raccoon was served. Charles Walton supplied the dish, cooked to perfection, and about half the group avoided eating if fully aware of the meat.
In the ongoing clash between Peking and Tientsin, about 2,000 soldiers were reported killed. General Feng Yu Hsiang was defeated by L Ching Lin, governor of Chihli and ally of Manchurian warlord Chang Tso Lin. Chang Tsun Chang moves toward Machang to relieve Tientsin.
Columbus December 18 The Society of the First Brethren church of Canton, a non profit organization, was incorporated today by D. F. Eikenberry F. B. Landower M. Iskin J. J. Hang Mrs Kateura L. Guiley Mrs A. E. Glass Frank E. Smith Strene Herbruck William G. Zellers and Mrs Mabel Deibel.
A jury awarded D. W. Mowery 3200 in a compensation and damage suit against the Ohio Public Service Co. The company will occupy 6.91 acres of Mowery’s 183 acre farm for a transmission line with four towers. Three towers will be built on the Frick farm, a related verdict having been returned last week. The J. S. McCoy case began Thursday before Judge Jones.
Mrs. Birdie Strome, 59, convicted of poisoning her 16 year old step daughter Esta, will face a life term today in the penitentiary. The jury urged mercy saving her from the chair.
W Burr Gongwer, a prominent local figure, received endorsement from the Cleveland Democratic organization for the vacancy created by EM Moore's death. The state central committee will convene next week to select Moore's successor.
John F. Baudoine 63 rear admiral of the Larchmont Yacht Club dies in Larchmont after a long illness.
Louerio Bairdi, a cobbler, placed old shoes in his stove to keep warm when it exploded. The blast severely injured him and frightened 18 families in nearby apartments.
Jewelry ad lists pearl bead chokers in 1 2 and 3 strand lengths with options in 4 é beads. Prices shown include 9.75 dollars and items as low as 1 dollar.
Very fashionable and highly practical handbag features usual compartments plus a secret pocket for papers money or jewels. Offered in black or brown leather by Kenny's on the first floor.
Charming assortment of figured book ends in blue and gold enamel. Matching candlesticks and clock sets with clock and candlestick combination offered. Book ends priced at $595 and $495 for a pair or set as noted.
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