20 Mar 1914
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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1914
Page
1
Canton officials consider reform as garbage disposal fails. Mayor Stolberg visits Cleveland to study its by product handling and a potential free collection system. He warns the current Canton plant is deteriorating and a new, self financing facility may be needed within 12 months.
The Chamber of Commerce announces ALNPHER director nominees with Loren E Souers listing representatives from civic groups manufacturers merchants and an attorney. Fifteen of thirty nominees will be elected March 26 at the B M A rooms with terms varying by vote totals.
City Engineer Sarver expects paving estimates for Tuscara waves to be ready within a week, contingent on other work. The project requires moving hundreds of poles water valves and boxes as well as gas shutoffs to widen the highway. Trees may be cut to widen the road, likely raising construction costs. Afri council will receive the engineer’s announcement of paving intentions.
A Canton investigation recalls an 18 year old man known as Sampson who allegedly exploited an acquaintance to gain access to Marshall's home in Youngstown and Canton. He reportedly took $50 and fled to Newark before police alerted other Ohio towns. Sampson faces transfer for trial.
Weather brief notes include a forecast for Marshall with details on conditions and upcoming changes. Local items report a trip mishap, a police notification, and a scounts Bible class attendance record. Public notices cover train time changes for W&LE and local business advertisements.
The funeral of the infant son of Mr and Mrs Fred McGrew was held Friday at 2 p m from the residence 915 Lsthst NW. Burial followed at West Lawn Cemetery.
Henry W. Samuel and T. Haynes join a slate of leaders for the Chamber of Commerce with names including Kennedy, Charles B. Stuart, HM, and Timken among the contenders.
A report says Stark Telephone Company abandoned its stance against the striking girl exchange operators and linemen and granted concessions after talks in Columbus with state industrial officials. Leaders and workers weighed potential adjustments as Croxton of the industrial commission reported no definite agreement yet. Police actions and pickets continued around the exchange as the dispute entered a tense phase with weather affecting morale.
Women in the neighborhood of the Novelty Tron Co plant aided striking moulders by bringing soup coffee and sandwiches during night picketing. Strikers kept workers from entering the plant while vowing nonviolence. An office boy was injured attempting to reach work as a watchman reported no interviews.
Local want ads highlight opportunities for home office factory and store. Notices mention shoe salesmen Harry H Haak and H C Bevington joining George F Schauer at 122 Marketay with Royal Blend Coffee and Dunniey Vacuum Sweepers models priced 8.50 7.75. Advertisements read like live wires guiding buyers and job seekers through the market.
March 20 report states the state public utilities commission approved a 1,500,000 exchange whereby Ohio Fuel Supply Co. trades its property in Columbus for property held by Columbus Gas and Fuel Co. This action involves a transfer of assets within the Columbus area under state oversight.
A fragmentary eyewitness piece describes Whitacre amid farmers and allies discussing Gov. Cox and anti-Cox sentiment, letters to assessors, and alleged liquor license manipulation. The scene shows talk of political strategy, loyalty, and possible Democrat division, with notices of local ads and vendor prices interspersed.
In Washington March 20 the senate passed a proposed constitutional amendment for equal ballot rights by a 37 to 25 vote. The measure faced long battles as supporters urged a referendum and argued for broader suffrage protections amid mounting opposition.
A Friday dispatch reports the Whitacre campaign shifting strategy with four new courses aimed at loosening loyalty to the incumbent governor. Letters are being sent by Whitacre secretary William R. Thom to central committees and supporters to mobilize influence and reach.
The Cleveland board of control adopted new rates for municipal products with a kilowatt price set at a fixed rate and an unspecified lower rate. the changes take effect May 1. A school editors election at Central High elected Ruth Borne and Melville Voter as assistant editors of the high school monthly.
Following Attorney General Hogan's decision the city council may award the sewage plant contract soon. The Moser site was chosen, with possible board revisions to fit conditions. Ordinances to appoint a resident engineer and chief inspector are being prepared as construction supervision shifts to the service director per an earlier resolution.
The article notes bathrobes and flowers dominate summer style with bouffant tunics and taffeta skirts, plus the bustle making a strong comeback. It highlights kimono influences, tassels at the waist, and the back bustle shaping silhouettes, while referencing models at Keany.
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