Recruits Pace Through Camp Willis Examinations
Camp Willis Columbus July 3 First Lieutenant Herve W. Miner passed a second examination after an earlier rejection. Over fifty men were kept from service as federal examiners found many unfit. First Sergeant Earl Bell and several others were among the early losses as the Ohio guard prepares for border mobilization.
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Camp Willis
Columbus
Herve W. Miner
Dennis R. Smith
Willis
Earl Bell
Paul Smith
William Lautzenheiser
Mufia John Miles
Earl Smith
George Mangues
Miner
Pond
Stutzman
Canton
Ohio
United States
Eighth Regiment
Company C
Penley
Governor Willis
Terrific storm lashes city with winds and lightning
A severe Sunday afternoon storm tore through the city at 5 p.m. causing widespread damage. Lightning struck buildings including the Simpson Methodist church and a manufacturing plant, injuring two men and prompting extensive fire and emergency responses.
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Mina
Canton
Leary
Meyers Lake
Simpson Methodist Church
L. L. Hoppingarner
Frazeraye NW
7Th-St NW
Allied Offensives Smash German Positions on Somme Front
July 3 report from Paris says Allied forces shattered first German line in the Somme sector and thrust five to seven miles. Herbet and Frise recaptured, Villers and Mereaucourt wood bested. Ambitious drive aims at Peronne and Cambrai, with continued heavy shelling and troop advances.
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Aris
Somme
Hiwi
Mereaucourt Wood
Villers
Herbert
Peons Estre
Assevillers
Rinan
Frise
Onne
Peronne
Cambrai
Weather snippet with unclear timing and content
Fragmentary note shows vague weather reference and time hints. Details are unreadable and no specific locations dates or measurements are clear.
Mexican Bandits Raid Town of Nuelo Near El Paso
Heat and desert conditions hinder recently arrived militiamen as Mexican raiders strike Nuelo 15 miles southeast of El Paso. Cavalry squads pursue, stores looted, and border patrols come under fire. Thirty five state troops expected to reinforce as regulars note militia eagerness and acclimation challenges.
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EL Paso
Nuelo
Here
Carrizal
F. X. Cook
Tenth Cavalry
Juarez
Villa Ahumada
U. S
Craft
Leroy Alting
Eighth Cavalry
Fort Hancock
Douglas
Texas
Deal CLAIMS RICHEST WOMAN IN THE WORLD
Hetty Green, reputedly the richest woman, died at her New York home after a period of illness. Her son Col Edward Green denied a paralytic stroke reports and said she suffered from ailments of old age while her affairs were managed by him.
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New York
Hetty Green
Music at Garrettsons Tonight 8 to 10 P M
Advertisement announces a music program at Garrettsons tonight from eight to ten o clock. The listing highlights a local entertainment event with no further details about performers or venue specifics.
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Garrettsons
Miss Sarah Brown Dies in California After Summer in West
Miss Sarah Brown seventy daughter of Harper's Ferry fame dies at the home of her sister near San Jose California. She ran a school for Japanese children near Saratoga for years and came to California by oxteam in 1865.
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San Jose
Calif
Sarah Brown
John Brown
Harper's Ferry
James Fablinger
Brown
Saratoga
California
Oxteam
Massillon man held after fatal home attack
Robert Allen, African American, was arrested in the Massillon railroad yards after allegedly fatally injuring Alexander Berry at 2015 10th Street. Berry died from a gunshot wound to the head. coroner notified. Allen arraigned on first degree serious case and bound over to the grand jury.
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Robert Allen
Martha Walden
10Th-St
Massillon
Alexander Berry
Allen
Berry
Douds
Plea for More Autos for Oak Knoll Parade Children
Massillon July 3 transportation committee asks for more autos to carry 1506 school children and Grand Army veterans in the preparedness parade at Oak Knoll park. Some drivers already donated services, but additional vehicles are needed.
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Massillon
Oak Knoll Park
Transportation Committee
Masonic Lodge to Convene July Meeting
A special communication of Wm McKinley lodge No. 431 F and A M will be held Monday evening July 3 at 7 00 p m E P degree to be conferred C J Corey W M and H H Heingartner Secy Advt
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Wm McKinley Lodge
C. J. Corey
W. M
H. H. Heingartner
Sec’y.—Advt
Eastman Break Free Ad At Eagle Drug Store Monthly
An advertisement announces a $25 Eastman break free offer available every month at Eagle Drug Store.
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Eagle Drug
Edelman's Orchestra at Opera House Hall Tonight
Dance advertisement announces Edelman’s orchestra performing tonight at Opera House Hall with likely ballroom style music and social dancing.
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Opera House
Edelman’ Orchestra
Adv
Groceries and Meat Markets Open All Day Wednesday
Advertisement notes groceries and meat markets will stay open all day Wednesday July 4th. They will close on July 4th.
Music at Garrettson's Tonight 8 to 16 P.M.
Advertisement notes a music event at Garrettson's tonight from 8 to 4 p.m. Promises entertainment and lively atmosphere for patrons seeking evening entertainment.
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Garrettson's
Chicken Dinner at Meyers Lake Park 4th of July
Advertising note announces a chicken dinner served noon and night at Lake View Hotel Meyers Lake Park on July 4.
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Lakeview Hotel
Meyers Lake Park
High Grade 8 Note Player S83800.00
Used but in fine shape 15 roll player with 8 high grade notes. Easy terms $10 down. Ad cites Ken ny advertisement date 3-4-5.
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Kenny
Piano awarded to Mrs Warren Whitmer in county giveaway
Mrs Warren Whitmer of 6th Street Southwest received the piano prize from Miller McConnell Co during Friday night promotions. The event highlighted the company’s community giveaway and featured the donated instrument as the top prize.
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Warren Whitmer
Tos 6Th Stsw
Miller-McConnell Co
All Days are Overlann Days Knights
Canton Motor Car Co advertisement fragment lists names and brands with period prose style. The readable text hints at a nostalgic or promotional notice featuring entities associated with Canton and legacy vehicle branding.
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Willys Knights
Canton Motor Car Co.—Adv
T. F
Council Eyes Reinstating N O T Committee Plans Shelter Station
The council may reestablish its N O T committee to resume shelter station planning while reviewing the N O T trip findings. Council will pass a half year appropriation and discuss deficiency bonds up to 500 000 to fund city improvements.
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Winfield Way NE
W. T. Kirk
Public Utilities Commission
Utilities Commission
Charles Currie
Chamber of Commerce
Bolivar Inn Announces Spring Sunday Chicken Dinner
Bolivar Inn will serve a special spring chicken dinner every Sunday at 12 m. The price is 75 cents. Call for reservation. H. A. Gilbert, proprietor.
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H. A. Gilbert
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