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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1924
Page
2
Nine year old Evelyn Barnhart was struck near her home at 16th and Harrison by driver H G Yocum who stopped, aided the girl, and reported the crash. She remains in critical condition with skull fracture after the Friday evening incident.
The governor's answer defends fair hearings and asserts Curtis Curtis was guilty of charges leading to removal as Canton mayor. It claims no official stenographer was present, disputes the petition record, and defends the governor’s impartial consideration of evidence. Bricker will file the answer Saturday morning.
On May 2, 1924 the governor removed Curtis C. Curtis from the Canton mayoralty after a conclusive hearing. Gov. Donahey challenges Curtis's right to hold office.
Ground supporters urge a halt to their boom efforts for both Lowden and Borah as President Coolidge remains noncommittal. The vice presidency question shows a peculiar tension with both candidates seen as acceptable to Coolidge yet without a public endorsement.
Mrs Warren G Harding widow of the late president will attend the Republican national convention opening Tuesday in Cleveland. She is due to arrive tomorrow with Dr and Mrs C E Sawyer. Four years earlier at Chicago she watched her husband win nomination from the gallery.
Chicago reports that Nathan Leopold Sr and H Loeb rejected million dollar defense forecasts and vowed only routine legal aid. The state said if the youths escape murder charges they will be tried for kidnapping, with arraignments set for next Wednesday.
Chief of Detectives Swope and Automobile Detective Grether returned from Pittsburgh Friday evening with three men arrested there in connection with the theft of a Canton owned automobile. The suspects A C Grant 507 Carnahan Ave NE Stanley Cornaway Y Y M C A and Ralph Roberts Cleveland were lodged in the city jail.
A report to police says twelve suits of clothing were stolen Friday night from Max Goldberg at 926 Cherry Avenue SE. Entry was gained by breaking a side window. another incident reports a stone struck the window of H W Helwig at 805 Market Way Friday night.
Divorce suits filed Saturday list Mary Skellitz of Massillon against Paul Skellitz for neglect and cruelty with Willison & Willison as attorneys. Vera Morgan sues Clyde Morgan for neglect and cruelty, represented by C. C. Curtis. Bessie Williams sues Sam Williams for cruelty, with J. W. Burris as attorney.
Automobiles driven by Frank Muche and J Kugmiller were badly damaged Friday evening after a collision on Mahoning Road NE. The drivers escaped injury.
A Jordan roadster owned by Karl Stern was stolen Friday evening from a parking spot at 2nd Street and Court at NW. The theft was reported to police on Saturday.
Fire at Brady Lake summer colony near Kent destroyed 26 cottages and nine ice sheds with a total value of 125000 dollars. The blaze started on an empty ice shed roof and spread quickly, leaving at least a dozen families homeless.
United States army long range planes arrive at Amoy China at 2 30 PM to a thunderous reception. The three aircraft covered 525 miles in about seven hours four minutes, weather favorable. Traey destroyer directed landing. Lieut. Smith and crew to overhaul gear and rest before tomorrow’s hop to Hong Kong.
Newark Ohio June 7 The clash between Klansman mayor W Stevens and three city officials Service Director Charles Taylor Cemetery Superintendent Charles Harris and Street Superintendent Gearhart escalates toward a meeting of Klansmen tonight. Officials deny plans to oust the mayor while Stevens says they seek to remove him and that he is well fortified.
Deputy sheriffs and county dog catchers raided a home while the dog wagon was in repair and arrested A. J. Homan of 1127 Roslyn at NW for illegal liquor possession. Three gallons of moonshine found at his residence. sheriff’s office says complaint alleges sales.
Columbus June 7. The Ohio oat and wheat crops have thrived under spring rains while roasting ears were ruined this season. State crop reporting service statistician C J West announced today.
A worker reflects that mental strain from potential future challenges drains more than current labor, suggesting concern over unseen duties may loom larger than present fatigue. The tone echoes a cautious caution about forthcoming demands and persistence.
Faris of Clinton Missouri is the Prohibition party presidential candidate with Marie C. Brehm of Long Beach California as the vice presidential nominee. Rev A P Gouthey of Seattle led briefly before decline and was later defeated in a contested vote for vice president. The convention session ended with Faris 88 votes and Gouthey 40 votes amid protest.
W H Harbert 64 of 1800 Bedford Ave Canton was felled by heart disease Friday evening aboard a Bryan Ave street car returning from Canton Malleable Iron Co. plant. He died almost instantly near his home. body sent to Hiller funeral parlors. Survived by two brothers and two sisters, funeral arrangements pending.
New York June 7 William Lawler 19 a seaman from the U S S Colorado was shot during a burglary at the home of Peter Wrauss in Brooklyn last night. He died early today claiming the name William Anderson and his home at 215 Pulaski street St Louis Missouri
Columbus June 7 declaration of Thomas H. Morrow former U S district attorney Cincinnati as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for attorney general is on file at the secretary of state office.
Alberta Clutter of Massillon files a common pleas suit against Archie and Thomas Lewis of Massillon seeking 250 damages for injuries October 30 when struck on N Mill Jn by an automobile owned by Thomas Lewis and driven by Franklin L Maier is her attorney.
Dayton dispatch reports six occupants of a touring car burned to death when the Bull Dog special on the Big Four struck a grade crossing at Dawn Darke county. The victims, all Bradford residents visiting North Star relatives, included Adam Pittman and wife, their children Edwin Effie and Aldes Pittman. One child survived.
The Nazir Grotto Glee Club of Canton presented its second annual concert at United Brethren church under Clarence K. Dretke. Laura Zalman from Romania showcased violin with study under Leopold Auer. Arthur Hart sang "Baldwen My True Love." The program included solo and club numbers from Wagner to Sarasate and Dvorak.
Louis Richard Yell, an employee of W. & L., filed a common pleas court application for permission to change his name to Louis Richard Highier. He states his legal name is Yell but at age 11 he was barred from using the family name and has been known as Highiet, including marriage and navy enlistment. Attorneys McCarty Armstrong Burt Kinnison represent him.
Four speeders were arrested Friday on the Canton Alliance road by Deputy Sheriff A. F. Wade. They were Frank Wilson driver of a big Youngstown bus S. M. Hastings 928 Forest nv 8S W A L Thayer New Castle Pa C O Staffert Massillon.
Canton firemen were dispatched to Malvern early Saturday to assist after a pool room fire. By the time they arrived the flames had already been extinguished.
Mr. T. H. Peaty of Cleveland Ohio says he suffered twelve years before using Radium Active Ointment which he credits with a total cure. The ad claims the product treats eczema sores skin eruption chafing swollen joints burns and rheumatism and is sold at drug counters.
Mrs. Mary Ann Scheetz 70 of Louisville died Friday evening at the home of her daughter Mrs. Matthias Friedman 608 5th st NW from a complication of diseases She had lived in Louisville 10 years and belonged to St John s Catholic church St Ann Society and the L C B A She is survived by her husband Frank S Scheetz three daughters two sons four sisters four brothers 18 grandchildren and a great grandchild The funeral will be at St John s Catholic church Tuesday at 9 30 a m with burial in St John s cemetery
William H. Donenwirth 85 of 1335 Logan Ave NW Canton died Friday evening at home from complications of diseases. Born Canal Fulton he lived in Stark County most of life. Retired farmer member Martin Lutheran Church. Survived by wife Catherine five daughters A H Shollenberger R F Lind Carolyn Ida Emma and a son Karl. Funeral Monday at 2 at home conducted by Rev G M Schmucker burial Westlawn Cemetery.
Mrs Elizabeth Cooper 69 of 2204 16th St NE Canton died at her home Saturday morning from heart disease. She lived in Canton over 50 years and belonged to First Reformed church. Survived by husband Joseph, daughter Mrs C J Miller, three sons John Bowdil Conrad and Elmer Canton, brother John Kreitzer, sisters Miss Sarah Kreitzer and Mrs Catherine Newbourer, 10 grandchildren. Funeral Tuesday at 2 p.m. at home with Rev L C Spense of United Brethren Church Bowdil officiating.
Miss Mary Alice Wirebaugh 62 of 618 4th st NE died Friday at 2 30 PM from a complication of diseases after eight months of ill health. A Canton lifelong resident and First Baptist member, she leaves two sisters Lauretta and Elizabeth and two brothers Louis and Charles. Burial will be in Westlawn cemetery with Rev. W E Bridge officiating.
Tokyo June 1 The cabinet led by Premier resigns amid political turmoil. Defeat of Doltology back Premitay Ki grenera and enactment of the inclusion law trigger the move. Rumors point to Viscount Kato as possible successor as Japan negotiates a new policy stance with the United States.
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