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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1919
Page
1
Czech forces invade Hungary and seize Raab near Budapest while Prague confirms the capture of the Bohemian legation. Budapest imposes curfew and confiscates bank deposits as new decrees tighten control amid widespread mobilization and unrest.
Guy Hicks of the Ambulance company, a Bel gian cross of honor recipient for rescuing three wounded soldiers under fire at the Argonne, says he is not a hero and wishes to be left alone. The Canton resident, formerly with Central Union Telephone Company, was modest about the award and told a Daily News correspondent he would rather return to Canton.
Canton will send no welcome committee to greet the 146th Infantry in New York next Sunday after a mayoral meeting. Governor Cox telegram led to abandonment of the trip by the official committee, though some Cantonians will travel to witness the troops' arrival and extend greetings. Ed Langenzbach L H Mary A H Abrams and George Kittoe left Canton for the metropolis with others expected to follow.
Canton officials expect boundary changes to annex nearly three square miles, boosting population by about 10,000 and creating a ten ward city from the current seven. County commissioners must ratify within 60 days, with April 9 deadline for action.
Paris dispatch reports President Wilson and allied leaders shift from separate German and Austria Hungary pacts to a single comprehensive peace document. Officials say some issues span all nations of the former German alliance, making a general treaty practical to finalize without major delays.
Forecast for Uhlo calls for rain tonight and clearing tomorrow with a cloudy Thursday, colder conditions ahead. The piece mentions temperatures around 47 to 55 degrees and notes scheduled dances at Eagle Hall with Norwood's orchestra on Tuesday Thursday and Saturday.
Berlin dispatch reports Bolshevik influence expanding from Hungary toward Germany. Italian forces led by General Piccional are active in Hungary and reportedly occupy Pressburg as tensions rise across the region.
Paris reports that Allied leaders have decided on energetic measures against the Hungarian bolsheviks. General Mangin is slated to lead the Allied actions as details emerge from military circles.
Admiral Kolchak pushes forty miles along the Kama in the Omsk region breaking Bolshevik defense on a thirty mile front near Ossa and Okhansk. Archangel front sees Allied offensive stalled between Onega and Obozerskaya. Pineza front Bolsheviks advance south with heavy losses. Trotsky orders mobilization of the Neva torpedo division. two dreadnoughts ordered to Kronstadt but engines fail.
The Volter Sanitary Dry Cleaning Co offers cleaning and pressing services with up-to-date machinery and skilled labor. Motor trucks provide pick up and delivery. Office and ces department at 1007 Cleveland av S State Phone 3151 X.
Canton announces a basketball game between Simpson and First Christian Y M C A for tonight. Also advertised are gold fish of all sizes, bowls in multiple capacities at reduced prices from 423 Wellsav SW. Bell 4200. Advertisements for C J Shoe Shop offering repair while you wait at 121 Thirdst SE opposite Grand Opera House, and Grand Restaurant at McKinley Hotel, 318 Market Av S, inviting diners.
Regular meeting of Canton Council No 60 Royal League will be held Thursday evening March 27 in Tiger Hall. All members requested to be present. Smoker will follow regular business. Jas G Smith Scribe Adv. Savings accounts given free to babies during 1919 First Trust and Savings Bank Dance Fagle Hall Every Tue Thurs and Saturday I might Norwood s orchestra Adv.
War Department denies reports that the 332nd Infantry has sailed or will return via France. Canton volunteers serve in Italy with the unit, including bandsmen and several locals among Companies G H and I. Recovery plans may detrain Canton on route to Camp Sherman, with reception hoped for by Major Poorman. Frank Evans campaigns to recruit members as McKinley Club ends its drive.
Daily News basis of investigation shows city action after photos of Waterworks park conditions. Service Director DeCorps tells N C T superintendent Dan Scanlon to remove all material from city land and store it at the Waterworks site. Obliger notes future storage of pipes hydrants and valves and cites 1919 rental bill of $100.
The Phonograph Shoppe offers records and rolls for ten cents each at 120-124 Fourth Street SW. Call state line 2174 L for details. Ady.
Trinity faces First Congregational YMCA in a Canton matchup at tonight’s schedule Adyvo.
Advertisement notes the Canton Ice Company phone number change from 299 to 67 and lists The Canton Ice Delivery Company at 825 Navarrerd SW with promotional copy aimed at babies born in 1919.
Danzig shows no popular opposition to returning the port to Poland amid German propaganda. Poland is expected to take possession without local trouble. Advertisements note luggage and trunk discounts from Arthur's Leather Shop and a move by Chas. H. Wills & Co to 1440 Tusest W. Anna Case performance at the Alhambra promoted.
Used Knabe square piano for sale at Kenny's Piano Dept 25 Navarrerd SW. Adv notices list Think of a player piano with 12 rolls and bench from Woomer Piano Co E M Peek 426 Market Ave Mer. 8. Adv. Mer. 426 Market av.
Paris dispatch reports the League of Nations covenant will be revised for plenary debate to strengthen sovereign rights while preserving peace through international cooperation. The draft may include a clause similar to the Monroe Doctrine without naming it, ensuring national sovereignty amid changes. An unrelated ad notes 600 player rolls for sale at Kenny's Piano Dept.
Woomer Piano Co offers a good used 88 note player piano at $390. Contact 426 Marketay 8 or 825 Navarrerd SW Adv for details.
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