04 Mar 1924
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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1924
Page
1
A report notes the city seeks a five year gas supply contract. The piece mentions Costa Rica quake coverage and a revised rate schedule, with references to J Day marking the republic’s third year and ongoing political debate surrounding Coolidge era policies.
City council deliberates a proposed Ave year contract with East Ohio Gan Co for Dover, seeking a revised rate schedule during negotiations. Council discusses termination on notice and whether a three year provision will be included. outcome depends on ongoing talks with the utility.
Proceedings in the Common Pleas court opened today as Judge Kinkead examined witnesses regarding a request to restrain the secretary of Brown from collecting a truck license tax. The case brought by Fishers Brothers of Cleveland and the Potsgrove area centers on whether the tax can be enforced until a ruling next week.
March 4 report states Gov Donahey favors passage of the national equal rights amendment. He told a women’s rights group that support is strong and the amendment should be added to the constitution to enable broader protections across states.
A probate court matter in Cleveland involves Claude issuing a legal action against a note of the late Edward J Morgan. The filing references a Wallace and alleges a death tied to the case. Amounts cited include 12,000 dollars and underline a contested claim connected to the estate. The report resembles a local court proceeding with details about the probate dispute and related parties.
Alexander Rich, 27, confessed to police he followed a detective yarn method to commit a hold up by passing a note to a victim rather than speaking. The plan faltered on a second note, leading to his arrest due to his handwriting.
The interstate commerce commission faced petitions from all railroads seeking a rehearing of the commission order issued June 22, 1922. The railroads request an extension of the deadline to January 1, 1926, arguing for more time to complete installing automatic train control systems, citing the substantial expenditures involved.
A seismic event registered at 6 14 a m on the Georgetown campus, continuing into the morning hours. Officials said the quake likely originated about 2 100 miles south of Washington, placing it near South America.
Columbus March 4 Hunters in Ohio paid thirty thousand dollars more for sport in 1933 than in 1932 Agricultural Director True in an annual report to Governor Donahey shows receipts from the fish and game department totaling 40360290. new risk rating Washington March 4 1923.
Washington dispatch outlines Billy Burns a longtime secret service operative tied to Teapot Dome inquiries. The piece traces his rise from Columbus youth to head of the Bureau of Investigation under Harry Daugherty, noting his influence on federal secret service work.
New York writer Margery Rex reports a six week course at Central Yo for young men on matrimony. Educational director Gibney aims to turn bachelors into ready husbands with lectures on home life, economics, psychology, and domestic duties to prepare for married life.
Steubenville police arrest Habasham for the shooting death of Frank Keainowakt, a local resident. Habasham allegedly confessed. motive not disclosed. Event occurred on a porch incident after a knock at the door. Kalnowsht died from a bullet wound near the heart. In Youngstown, inquiry into a Teapot Dome style scandal mounts as education board members discuss a book in a public school.
Rebels in Morocco launched a violent offensive against Spanish forces along a broad front near Melilla. Spanish reinforcements rushed to the area as Moorish artillery fire struck the cruiser Catalonia, killing its captain and injuring several others. a troop steamer was diverted for transport between Cadiz and Algeciras to move troops.
Three men attacked Joseph Weitzfeld a ramment worker on his way to work smashing his nose and scalp as women workers strike. He escaped in a tax cab. W Buckwalter a Sparta veteran of 1150 Broad Avenue was granted a pension increase to 41 58 a month.
New York March 4 Drama weighs heavy as Belasco announces closing plans due to a dispute with managers and the Actors Equity Association. Chorus girls fear jobless days and fur coats left behind as theater workers confront picket lines and actor boycotts. Belasco cites integrity and financial strain in a tense stand over union and producer demands.
March 4 marks the start of a two day annual convention of the Ohio Retailers association. Delegates present include company leaders from the furniture trade gathered to discuss industry issues and observe Lenten observances in Columbus.
Gov. Donahey and his secretary offered no new comment after a telegram from Attorney General Crabbe urged calling an extraordinary session to enact relief for financially embattled schools. The message noted many schools facing closure due to funds shortages and urged prompt action.
A dated dispatch notes an earthquake centered in central Costa Rica causing widespread damage in San Jose and Punta Arenas. Telegraph lines were broken hampering communications. early life loss figures remain unconfirmed and chaotic reports describe a major regional disaster.
Robins settle in the county as winter wanes. Albert Gaddier of the Miffic branch reports four nesting birds in the Die Kauffman farm orchard northwest of Canton. The robins strutted about for hours before selecting two gnarled trees for their new homes, bringing a note of welcome happiness to the area.
A Canton protest in 1824 denounces foreign action and calls for stricter enforcement of local tariffs. Endorsed by educational bodies and former ministers of creation and justice, it urges Nanking officials to strengthen the tobacco tax and immigration controls.
East Rochester residents Maken a nerva Man Dreendanti and Ralph W. from Tom Rochester filed a common pleas court suit seeking $2,000 damages each for false imprisonment. They allege Van Pelt of Minerva caused their detention on alleged theft charges and that they were held for several hours by the county grand jury without justification.
A local Catholic church outlines Ash Wednesday rites and Lent events across ten days. Morning service includes the Ashing and a baton high mass at 4 3, with an evening sermon delivery titled The Way of the Cran nd eredicaton. Friday night prayers at 7 20 reference the Crows, grief, and tentative devotion. Monday evening features a Christian doctrine chime for all Catholics and hopefuls seeking instruction with Questions concerning reform.
Columbus March 4 reports ten han 2,000 claims to be paid are being processed. Director Roberta of administration notes adjusted compensation total to $199,353 since establishment. Additional sums include 210,164 and more than $24,000,000 dispensed to soldiers under the bonus law, with further payments expected.
Washington March 4. Canton Republican leader Clark in the capital conferring with Senator Wills and Ohio House members about a forthcoming statement on Ohio policy. He declined to be quoted last evening. Former Senator Taco J Wine of Mayallon visiting.
A March Washington report reveals unsigned notes and decoded messages tied to an internal banking inquiry. Experts discuss forged endorsements, checks, and possible government involvement, naming figures such as Lambert, Walsh, and De, with references to the War Finance and Justice departments.
Count Cean Zichy, who lost his right arm in a hunting accident, inspired piano students with his left hand studies and left a legacy as composer, poet, architect, jurist, and later president of the Hungarian Academy of Music. He supported charity with concert proceeds and lectured widely, yet critics noted the feat of playing with one hand.
The school board voted Monday night to place the active fund on deposit with Georg D. Harter Bank at 2.75 percent, up to 250,000, ignoring Canton Bank and Trust Co’s 141 percent offer. The action involved the active fund of the Canton Board creation and included protests from Canton Bank and Trust Co. over the decision.
In a March raid on a home the Serbian escaped after a clash with dry agents. Officers opened fire, injuring several agents while others faced a narrow melee. Women and children were present in a basement during the confrontation.
Negotiations span several months with broad American interests shaping the draft. The pact aims to align policies and guarantee mutual benefits as talks reach a final stage.
A garbled account describes a dramatic highway incident where emergency responders saved a baby. The narrative mentions Sofi and a rescue team moving the infant to safety as flames or danger were controlled. Col arrives to aid, with details obscured by the OCR.
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