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Newspaper

Canton Daily News

Location

Canton, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1925

Page

2

Thousands Attend Canton Daily News Picnic at Meyers Lake Park

About 7000 school children joined a two day picnic at Meyers Lake Park hosted by The Canton Daily News for Starkey area schools. Volunteers and Boy and Girl Scouts organized ticket lines and crowd flow while amusements drew large crowds. Emergency nurse Rush Hiller tended minor injuries as the event extended into the evening with Rural Day planned for Thursday.

Sonny Meyers Lake Park Canton Daily News Starkey Graham McKee Jack Kreuger William Starkey Ruth Vaughan D. Hiller Masgeillon Alliance Lake Park Lakeview Board of Education Washington Mahoning Rd 9Th St J. J. Burns 14Th St Horace Mann Grace Av Theodore Roosevelt Tuscara- Wisst E Correllay Maple Avenue 12Th St Fairmount Grace Cedar Wertz Dueber Maryland Park Maryland Av Henry S. Belden Belden Av Georgetoward Starkeo Canton North Canton Lakeview Hotel Mary Fornes Northwest Rush Hiller

Parents Teachers And Children Join In Frolic

A Canton Daily News school picnic at Meyera Lake park features parents teachers and children enjoying the outing. Photographs show Miss Elma Cahill and family along with Miss Vera Strong Miss Alma Spelgle and Miss Alice Lister among groups of Canton schol girls. Cars depart promptly at 9 45 sharp with no second trip.

Canton Daily News Meyera Lake Park Canton St. Paul's North Canton

Cantonians Earn Hiram College Diplomas

Graduation exercises for Hiram College forty-seventh anniversary were held Monday with 63 diplomas awarded. Canton residents Mildred Welshimer and Hiram Sommer earned Bachelor of Arts degrees, Sommer winning a cash prize for a best essay and receiving ordination to the Christian church. Dr. Parker Albert Fitch delivered the address, Rev P H Welshimer spoke at the alumni chapel, and over a thousand attended, including numerous Canton residents.

Hiram College Mildred K. Welshimer P. H. Welshimer Hiram Sommer Dawine Crawford East Canton Sommer Christian Church Parker Albert Fitch Northfield Minn First Christian Church Canton Ralph Welshimer Kathleen Welshimer Helen Welshimer W. Finney Barbara Finney F. 8. Bowman J. G. Lawrence Rayne Bitner Gerald Ransom Baker Lybe Crawford

Riot defendants freed as justice deemed satisfied

Martin Flask and Dennis Murphy, involved in the Niles riots, were released from the Stark county workhouse by the county commissioners after serving three of six months. Convicted of carrying concealed weapons, they were fined 200 dollars plus costs. their fines are paid and Judge Thomas stated justice has been satisfied. They were linked to an anti Klans faction during a Ku Klux Klan celebration disturbances.

Martin Flask Dennis Murphy Niles Stark Co Thomas Portsmouth

Experts hold dentist sane in sensational California case

A preliminary report by state aliens ts declares Dr Thomas W Young known as the scientific slayer is sane. Three noted mental experts examined the eccentric dentist and found no evidence of insanity. The finding comes as a special grand jury meets to indict Young and probe his sensational matrimonial career involving at least four women.

Los Angeles Cal Thomas W Young Grace Grogan Young Dr. Young

Pay raises planned for state welfare employees

Ohio welfare officials announced wage schedule revisions in line with 1925 legislature increases for lower paid staff including those at the Ohio Penitentiary. The move marks the first wage update in 20 years following a June 16 meeting with State Welfare Director Harper.

Columbus State Welfare Department State Welfare Harper Ohio Penitentiary

Children Honor Pastor At St Peter’s Day Program

St Peters school children observed St Anthony's Day and Rev Dr A B Stuber's 28th priestly anniversary with flowers for the pastor and a program of songs and speeches. The program included Welcome Song Address first grade poems piano solos and the presentation of a gift followed by the Festal Day Chorus and class performances.

St. Anthony's A. B. Stuber St. Peter's Stuber Lillian Naegellen Jane Bott Good Shepherd Catherine Armagida Abschied von Obernof Walter Klingler

Civitan visitors to Dayton for three day meet

Civitan Clubs from 176 counties will be hosted by the Dayton Civitan Club January 22 to 24. About 1000 visitors are expected for a three day program with city officials and local citizens arranging entertainment, including sessions at National Cash Register Co and a factory tour.

Dayton Civitans Clubs Cnties United States Dayton Civitan Club Frederick B. Patterson J. H. Barringer Natonal Cash Register Co

Cownie Recalls Handshake With King George at Wembley

John Cownie from Des Moines describes a brief exchange with King George at Wembley Exposition aboard the Adriatic. He notes a simple nod and a one question handshake offered for his son, claiming the king responded politely.

John Cownie Des Moines Iowa England Wembley Exposition Cownie John

Clerk of Council Struck by Auto in Downtown Incident

W Edgar Jackson Clerk of Council residing at 929 Mc Gregor ay NW suffered severe strain of ligaments in one leg and minor bruising after being hit by an automobile near McKinley at 3rd St NW Monday noon. Jackson said he did not see the car. an X-ray showed no fracture and he will remain at home for several days.

W. Edgar Jackson McGregor Ay McKinley 3Rd St Jackson

Thayer Military Band Open Air Concert

The Thayer Military Band will perform an open air concert Friday at 8 on the lawn of 1220 14th St NW. Admission is free. The program includes marches and overtures plus a ten minute jazz set. William Strassner directs the band.

Thayer Military Band 14Th St NW Colonel Bogey K. J. Alford F. Suppe H. B. Blanke Eilenberg Schuman Baife K. L. King Gate City Weldon William Strassner

Girl Injured Jumping From Spring Board at Meyers Lake

Miss Virginia Quigg daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles L Quigg of 1518 Edwards av NE leaped from a Meyers Lake spring board into shallow water and fractured her ankle. Dr George B Hansel of 403 McKinley av NW treated her and she was later sent home.

Virginia Quigg Charles L. Quigg Edwards Av Meyers Lake George B. Hansel McKinley Av

Negro Driver Freed After Court Hearing

Charles Johnston was arrested for driving an automobile while intoxicated and released after his case was heard in criminal court Tuesday.

Charles Johnston

Kiwanis Club Plans Film Exhibit and Civic Projects

Yale moves pictures of The Making of America totaling nearly 800 reels will be shown in Canton and Stark next fall by Kiwanis and local business leaders. The club will use the films in schools and Americanization work. The meeting also covered a refitted fresh air camp for underprivileged children, new playground equipment, nursery yard upgrades, and 15 to 20 calf clubs next fall. The Armistice Day event will be hosted by Kiwanis with other local organizations. Fred Witter named general chairman. A weekly golf tournament is set for Thursday at Lakeside Shrine Club course.

Yale University America Canton Stark Kiwanis Club Idketnees Ann Day Fred Witter Lakeside Shrine Club

Akron Man Held on Suspicion in Breakin Case

Charges against W. H. Parkes of Akron were continued after he was found leaving Mrs. Rosie Haddad’s home on Cherryavy NE. Police report say Haddad confronted him returning from downtown and Shisler detained him. Parkes allegedly offered $5 to vanish and claimed the money was stolen from the Haddad residence.

W. H. Parkes Akron Rosie Haddad Cherryavy Haddad

Liquor Cases Brought in Criminal Court

Haden Costello and Pete Facel received continuances after arraignment on Crabbe act charges following police seizure of five gallons of wine. Dan Marginen of 1822 Dueberry SW was jailed for eleven bottles of illicit liquor found at the Ohio Stag Hotel.

Haden Costello Pete Facel Dan Marginen Dueberry Ohio Stag

Nation projects record surplus as tax cuts loom

Washington reports indicate a ~150 million dollar surplus for the current fiscal year, far exceeding prior estimates. Treasury and Congress debate timing and size of potential tax cuts with talks of a 25 percent surtax reduction and possible rates below that.

Bass Season Opens Amid Fishermen Hope and Fees

The Canton area welcomes bass fishing as season opens at midnight Sunday. Licenses cost one dollar ten cents for rod and reel, while rod only is free. The town plans lively fishing days as anglers dream of catching plentiful bass and a merry time on waterways. For ads, call Hemlock 3500.

Canton Webster

Who's Who in Canton and Where to Find It

Readers meet Leo C. Nieschwitz owner of a long running Canton motorcycle agency. He recalls evolving bike history from high wheel to modern machines and notes Indian motorcycles as best. The shop offers complete accessories tires and service and is listed in the Canton toys directory under Where You Can Find In Canton.

Nieschw Niese Baloon Canton Ind

U S Aims for Respect in Mexi co Relations

Washington reports reveal the aim of the United States in shaping Mexico policy was to force the southern republic to show more respect to American representations than standard diplomatic courtesy. An authoritative source described the motive behind Kellogg's warning statement, disputing initial beliefs that concerns over lives and property sparked the move.

Washington Kellogg United Press United States Mexico

Death notices for Ry and Rhodenbaugh obituaries in Canton

Funeral arrangements follow deaths of Robert L. Ry age 66 and Harry Rhodenbaugh. Ry’s services at Hone home on Tuscarawas Street with Rev. Connor. burial in Malvern. Rhodenbaugh dies at 1504 Greenfield Avenue SW with services at home then First Christian Church, Rev. Welshimer, burial Forest Hill Cemetery. survivors listed including Pauline Rhodenbaugh and sisters in Canton.

Harry Rhodenbauch Greenfield

Edward E Curtis Bribery Case Heads to Prison

Ohio Supreme Court recesses as it confirms Edward B Curtis must serve three years in the penitentiary for bribery related charges. The Canton safety director and former mayor C C Curtis faced parallel political battles and ouster proceedings as Gov Donahey acted in 1924.

C. C. Curtis Donahey Curtis C. Curtis Stark Co Court of Common Pleas Court of Appeals Supreme Court Columbus Ohio Supreme Court Edward B. Curtis Canton Safety Railroad and Industrial Commission

Ruff Honored as Ohio Exchange Club Officer

Walter S. Ruff of the Canton Exchange club was elected second vice president of the Ohio Affiliated Exchange clubs at the Defiance convention. Ruff and fellow Cantonian William Texter attended the state meeting.

Walter S. Ruff Ohio Affiliated Exchange Clubs Defiance Ruff William Texter Canton

Men Fined On Speeding Charge In Regina Court

B T Oakley of Regina was fined 14 dollars and costs after Monday arrest for speeding. G M Hatch also fined 15 dollars and costs, Ernest Duplin 20 dollars and costs on similar charges. R B Mann forfeited bond after failing to appear on reckless driving charge in criminal court Tuesday.

B. T. Oakley Regina Ay Nr G. M. Hatch Ernest Duplin R. B. Mann

Funeral of Day King Held at Home Wednesday

The funeral for Day King, who died Sunday, was held Wednesday afternoon at 9 at the family home 1110 Clinton St. Rev. I. E. Rank presided. Burial followed in West Hill Cemetery. King, a former Timken Roller Bearing Co. employee and member of A Men, Eagles, and Order of Ben Ry, is survived by his widow Bessie M. King and several children, siblings, and in laws.

Clinton Sn I. E. Rank West A Men, Eagles and Order of Ben Ry Timken Roller Bearing Co Bessie Hazel King Song Charleston W. Va Harry Dennison Dudley Maya Fennican Simm King Dexter City Harry Pepper Cambridge Rebecca Tabler Portlan Ore D. Kip

Robertson Funeral for Mrs Alle Robertson at Malvern Church

Funeral services for 81 year old Mrs Alle A Robertson who died at her daughter’s home in Malvern Wisconsin will be held at 2 30 PM Wednesday at the Malvern Presbyterian Church. Burial will follow in Bethlehem cemetery. She leaves four sons J N J M and E B Robertson of Malvern and W E Robertson of Akron one daughter Mrs R Thompson at whose home she died a brother J H Rogers of Caton sixteen grandchildren and zero great grandchildren. Hemlots 3500 daily News Want Ads offer results.

Alle A. Robertson Robert Thompson Malvern J. H. Rogers Caton

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St. John's School St. Peter's Cleveland Wt. Joseph Tuscara St. Mary's, Market Ohio College Niles Klan Ohio Jacob C. Patton President Lincoln Patton Indiana Cavalry Springfield Cleveland Johnny Boney Barry Civitans Meet King George New York Council Thayer Girl NEGRO Kiwanis Case OF David Lawrence Washingtoon Internal Revenue Congress Treasury Senate House Internal Revenue Districts Federal Reserve Banks Smoot Daily News Leo C. Nieschwitz Perh U.S Kelley Hone Robert L. Ry J. A. Hone Tuscarawas ED Curtis Edward E. Curtis Neu Boat Ede, Will
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