Pastor to Speak at Presbyterian Church Event
The pastor of the Presbyterian Church will deliver a lecture in a church program on the eighth of the month. The event includes a sermon and a discussion on Burns dialect and Scottish contributions.
23 Jan 1917
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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1917
Page
1
The pastor of the Presbyterian Church will deliver a lecture in a church program on the eighth of the month. The event includes a sermon and a discussion on Burns dialect and Scottish contributions.
Canton residents mingled in paper hats and balloons at the chamber of commerce banquet while Dr. J Goode of the University of Chicago presented on early North American history. H S Renkert urged a city manager and officials distributed but did not read the annual report. The event featured a slide show and a ceremonial Chamber pin for each guest. City utilities committee urged faster improvements after reviewing Canton telecommunication plants.
Eiger Jones applies to the state bank department for a license to deal in units under the Blue Sky doctrine. The move follows earlier opposition by Canton Company and reflects ongoing debates over regulatory interpretation and the appointment of a banking superintendent.
Washington January 23. Democratic steering committees push to move the senate from the log jam blocking executive action. President Wilson says he will camp at the capitol to aid speed, provoking Republican protests over alleged executive interference with Congress.
Reality Rubber Co stockholders Louis A. Koons W B Russell J H Adams Charles G King and Charles Swanson sue E T Richert E G Lindholm Chester Richert William Schweikert and Dora Schweikert alleging an adjourned January 9 meeting and a Chicago contract reorganize against the company interests. Lynch Day Fimple Lynch represent the plaintiffs.
Reports indicate President Wilson will push a rapid legislative program at the capitol. News from chambers and business leaders show cautious reaction to measures including a furniture bill and utilities licensing. Germany's food situation and New York stock probes add tension to the national scene.
London papers respond cautiously to President Wilson's peace league speech. Editorials praise the motive yet fear misinterpretation and premature judgments. The Times urges careful weighing of passages while Daily Mail criticizes it as abstract pontification.
Labor conference in Manchester opens with peace talks and sharp criticism of the government. Pacifist factions plan bold declarations targeting Arthur Henderson and other Lloyd George war cabinet members as about a dozen peace resolutions are submitted by local unions.
Three boxing bouts headline a card at Eagles Hall with McCann of Cleveland facing Ketchel of New York in the main bout. The event is set for Thursday January 25 at 8 15 pm and includes a buffet lunch.
Overland ad appears under Canton Motor Car Co with promotional tone. Mentions Willys Knights and Overland Days in a brief car sale style notice aimed at shoppers. Limited readable details.
An advertisement notes a Tuesday 23rd music and dance program at Eagle Hall featuring Kames Orchestra. The brief item mentions a 999 na price or charge.
New beginners dancing class starts Tuesday January 30 at East Hall. For details call State 528. Advertisement appears in editions 21, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29.
Edison Records new list No 67A is now available for listening at Kenny's Ady. The advertisement urges customers to sample the latest recordings and enjoy the new releases.
Pietro records a full line at McConnell Music Co located at 416 Maysetav N as advertised March 23 to 25. The item highlights a notable achievement in performance or display during the advertised dates.
Gasoline is expected to reach 30 cents a gallon within weeks with Ohio reports predicting 35 cents by year end. Prices have risen from 0.5 to 1 cent every two weeks and current pumps show about 22 1/2 cents. Crude oil costs have surged from 95 cents to $2.65 per barrel.
A Canton committee appointed by Mayor Stolberg seeks permission to upgrade the city baseball field on 6th St SW and Cook Park. They will solicit funds in a few days and report next Monday night to the council. Also tonight Rev Meldrum of the Old Stone Church Cleveland lectures on Scotland with humor at Trinity Reformed Church at 8. Admission 25 cents.
Dance at East Hall with the Redmen on Wednesday January 24. Kames orchestra plays and admission is 50 cents a couple with ladies 10 cents. Also an optician advertisement for eye examinations at Geo. Double Co. 130 Market Ave.
Cordwood for sale from Crystal Park Lumber and Coal Co with Bell 247, State 1675 advertising wood as an alternative to coal. Adv 23 to 278.
Local daily urges readers to use the Want Ads section to sell items or promote services. The notice highlights simple steps to place a listing and reach a broad audience through the newspaper’s classified pages.
Sherman L Whipple leads a congressional probe into possible leak profits from President Wilsons note. He outlines three questions about New York exchange transactions December 19 2021 profits and the identity of those who profited, including top financiers like Morgan Vanderlip and Fisk.
Congressman Mc Culloch announced that chances for a Canton post office are remote until the Omnibus Public Buildings bill is cleared of objectionable items. He cited a lack of an Canton allocation in the current bill, though Senator Pomerene may aid if the form changes in the senate. Postmaster Caldwell presented data showing need for more space at Canton’s post office.
Officials accuse City Solicitor Ruff of incompetency while alleging misrepresentation in acquiring the Finefrock farm site southeast of Canton for a proposed reservoir. The storm centers on a coal lease tied to the land and a committee report urging potential charter action to relieve Canton’s poverty.
Louisville offers ample coal with delivery prices from 3.76 to 4.45 per ton. Mines near Louisville and in the Osnaburg field are active after a prior supply shortage. A four foot vein on the Linder farm near Harrisburg is being mined by Elmer Shaffer and marketed locally.
The W. D. Kelly Co. begins a 50,000 yard excavation at the O. C. Barber Lime & Fertilizer Co. plant near Howenstine. A clay processing plant with 40 kilns and 25 extra burning kilns will be installed, officials announce.
A special communication of Canton Lodge No 60 will be held this Tuesday evening at 7 o'clock. A degree will be conferred. W P Beardsley is Worshipful Master and E Norris is secretary.
A classified page lists a $100 youth bedroom suite giveaway on Wednesday evening January 31 at Canton Home Furnishings Co. An 88 note player piano is advertised for 8350.00 at Kenny Piano Dept. Also promoted are boxing bouts: Bates versus Ketchel of New York at Eagles Hall on Thursday January 25 at 8 15 PM with buffet lunch.
Lily Lodge No 362 Knights of Pythias will confer the rank of Knights Tuesday evening at 7 30. All members of the lodge are urged to attend. A E Hogdon C C Adv
City council held a general discussion on a coal situation investigation. It authorized the purchase of two land tracts north of the city for a reservoir site and instructed committees to study condemning additional property. A committee report was heard with a public advisory to proceed if proven. Heitor Ruff, related to a phone probe, appeared before the utilities committee. An annual report from So. was received.
City council authorized purchase of two parcels north of the county infirmary for the Rice reservoir site and directed finance and water committees to consider condemnation of additional parcels. Rice property pric e of 25 000 helped drive condemnlation talks while Barnes and Maple tracts 6250 and 7475 were approved for buy. President Schrantz urged a firm plan and end to indecision.
Canton faces a shortage of domestic workers, clerks, telephone operators, and experienced stenographers. Women prefer daily work at various homes for higher pay, avoiding steady employment. Nearby cities face similar strains.
Free 9 piece youth bedroom suite for a child aged 4 to 14. Regular value 100 dollars. Given away Wednesday evening January 31 at Canton Home Furnishing Co Ady.
An advertisement notes a Pretty Baby 88 note roll available on the 4th floor in the Piano Department at Kenny's.
Dancing school advert announces Beginners class Tuesday January 23 at Schlabgch hall. Call State 1806 M for details.
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