06 Jan 1916
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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1916
Page
1
A Kanawha river steamer sank near Parkersburg West Virginia last night. Harold Wright a wealthy dam hand saved many passengers and crew in a daring series of rescues. Captain William Roe led operations as survivors were picked up along the riverfront.
Officials indicate the new freight rates will take effect next week after a waiting period. The schedule aims to cut shipping costs by reducing per cent charges, benefiting Pennsylvania Ohio and New York Central lines and boosting profits in eastern districts.
President assures Senators Overman and Simmons action in Persia case will satisfy all patriotic Americans. Ambassador Penfield reports Austria awaits Persia report and will send information soon. President confers with Senator Stone to prevent further open debate. Ambassador Page confirms Homer Salisbury and Consul McNeery were likely lost in the Persia sinking. Consul Garrels at Atexani notes survivors. affidavits of Persia casualties are being forwarded.
Massillon residents debate turning the Rotch home on the city edge into a country club house. If the county rejects the offer to open the property for children, the heirs may regain control and the site could host social events or be offered to a new club in Massillon.
Readable text reports a YMCA program linking girls and boys in marriage arranged as a social or religious activity. The article notes community involvement and local organization support for the initiative.
Garford presides at fourth meet as dedication exercises open the Y M C A building to the public. Thousands line up for free admission to church basketball league opening. Firemen’s Aid Association names officers Emil Gebel president and others. Canton Motor Car event and Fish Fry at Sausser’s Place North Industry noted.
Ambassador Penfield reports no reply yet on cause of the Persia sinking. Officials near Vienna and the Austrian embassy note possible amends if Austria is at fault. President Wilson's native plan awaits action as Congress debates submarine policy and expected inquiries continue.
Fragmented notice describes plans involving a school bank project and city department roles. Mentions a special roast chicken dinner at a cat 421 Market with unclear details.
The Canton health board allies with the Women's Club to revive a spring baby show as part of Baby Week. A 15 member committee will form a permanent health commission and coordinate exhibits, moving pictures, and prizes to educate parents and promote infant care nationwide.
City council gains voice in appointing department heads as Mayor Stolteberg asserts sole reason for dismissing Dine. George Wynn to head street cleaning from January 1 after delayed oath of office, while Dine’s civil service status cited. Wynn to move to new city barn with waterworks and street department stores and inspections coordinated at same site.
The National Federation of baby clubs promotes a Baby Week with health exhibits and nurse talks to mothers. Canton boards plan a health exhibit at the Auditorium to teach proper baby care. About 1500 babies are expected to participate in the show with prizes.
Chandler Schilling of Schilling Construction warns public road projects will rise in cost and face labor shortages this summer. He attributes the jump to war draining labor and European departure, with mills bidding high to attract workers. If road work starts, labor supply could fail to meet demand, he says.
Albert JH ary, chairman of United States steel, issued a statement on 1915 conditions for iron and steel production. He warned against overproduction and inflation, urged government cooperation, and projected high capacity use with steady demand to prevent price surges.
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