Wilson Prefers Peace But Warns Germany May Face Break
President Wilson, back in Washington after a Philadelphia trip, signals a policy aimed at peace while pressuring Germany to pledge no torpedoing of civilian ships. He vows no immediate war move but hints at severing diplomatic ties if Germany resists. A large Philadelphia gathering echoed support for restraint and a united American identity.
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Washington
Wilson
Lusitania
White House
Philadelphia
Germany
U.S
Wilton
United States
Blankenburg
America
Austria Accepts Italy Demands Amid War Tensions
Rome reports Austria has accepted all of Italy's demands at the last moment, aiming to avert war. A German intermediary delivered the message to Sonnio, with semi official German circles confirming concessions. Meanwhile Austrian war offices note Russian losses total about 150000 as the czar's army retreats in Galicia and the Carpathians.
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Austria
Italy
I T
Vienna
Sonnio
Prince von Buelow
Ialy
Berlin
Amsterdam
Carpathians
Austrian War Office
Carlier
Sanok-Lisko
Przemysl
Hungary
War Office
Galicia
Sanok
Lisko
Wislok
Lineverik
Baligrad
Buken- Sko
German Air Men Bomb Paris Suburb St Denis Raid Kills and Wounds
Paris May 11 German Taube type aircraft dropped bombs over the suburb of Saint Denis north of Paris. Several persons were killed and wounded as the raid struck a group of residences. French aviators pursued but the enemy disappeared after a brief encounter.
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Paris
St. Mere Denis
Ily
St. Denis
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Smith & Barnes Player Pianos Ad
Advertisement highlights Smith and Barnes player pianos with zero pedal and high sensitivity, reverse power and good order. Mentions Heffelman Co as advertiser and notes moderate price for ready-to-play pianos.
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Smith & Barnes
Fk ‘1 & Heffelman Co
Tires and Tubes Adverts by Local Firms
Elusive agents for Gordon Oo Tires and Tubes, Can- On. A notice promises quick service on chairs and guarantees from Uto Tires Superior Service Klein and Heffelman Co. in a local advertisement.
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Uto Tires Superior Service
Klein & Heffelman Co
Gordon “Oo
Advt
Opening Dance at Springfield Lake Tuesday Night Ad
Event notice for a social dance at Springfield Lake on Tuesday night with ad details for seating and tickets. Includes date window 9 10 and contact info for reservations.
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Springfield Lake
Bombing aftermath and air chase report from Paris clash
Civilians were heavily damaged by an explosion as bombs ripped holes in streets. A French aerial squadron pursued the Taube but was distanced and returned to Paris after chasing for about 20 miles.
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Taube
Paris
Turks Lose 45,000 Men at Gallipoli says Gen d'Amade
Gen d Amade reports French forces at the Dardanelles have driven forward on Gallipoli with fierce Turkish resistance. Turkish losses total at least 45 000 with wounded sent to Konieh. Troops move from Smyrna to Alexandretta and Adalia amid fears of Italian action.
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d'Amade
Dardanelles
Gallipoli
Tenedos
Konieh
Mitylene
Italy
Asia Minor
Smyrna
Alexandretta
Adalia
Arcade Tailors Seek 17 18 Year Baseball Talent
Baseball players in the 17 and 18 year class are invited to try out with any team. A meeting will convene at 8 p m Thursday at the New Harris building headquarters. A third baseman is sought.
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Harris
City Council Sets Resurfacing Plans and Utilities Upgrades
Council passed resolutions for resurfacing Tuscarawas between Marketay and east crock and ordered plans for side lighting and removal of overhead wires on Tuscarawas. Estimates read 214506 for sanitary and storm sewer work. may revise dimmer auto ordinance. Approved $25000 waterworks extensions certificates. Considered Shock property for West Creek park. Authorized only organized labor for municipal work.
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Marketay
East Crock
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Service Department
West Creek
Brown-or
Lawrence-rd Ned
Resurfacing Plans for Tuscarawas Street E Discussed in Canton
Canton council Monday night moved toward resurfacing Tuscarawas Street East with concrete sidewalks and two inch asphalt along the tracks. Witter requested cost estimates and elimination of overhead wires with decorative side lighting between Market Ave and East Creek, supported by the street and alley committee and local property owners ready to petition.
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Witter
Marketav
East Creek
Tuscara
Ttme
Civil Service Exam Set for Auto Truck Drivers
A competitive examination will be held Friday May 14 at 1 20 p m in the city hall council chamber for auto truck drivers in the public service department waterworks division. Applications must be filed with the secretary by Wednesday May 12. Civil Service Commission W P Newton Secretary Adv
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Council Chamber of City Hall
Public Service Department
Waterworks Division
Civil Service Commission
W. P. Newton
Adv
Kranich Bach Piano Offered by Klein Heffelman Co
Advertisement highlights a small grand piano by Kranich & Bach priced at $700. Klein & Heffelman Co promotes the instrument as high quality relative to its cost. The ad also mentions o Ply Garden House in connection with the sale.
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Klein & Heffelman Co
Kranich & Bach
Advt
Flower Mission Day Trade at Kenny's Wednesday
Canton society note announces a Flower Mission Day with a self help trade at Kenny's on Wednesday. Eighteen well known Canton women will be in charge guiding the event.
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Kenny’s
Kenny's
Help Yourself
Flower Mission
Canton
Community bids farewell to club mate Richard Chaddock
Members of the club gather at 7 o clock Monday evening to pay final respects to Richard Chaddock as Frank Reed Robert Huberty Ed Feller and Ady attend the service.
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Richard Chaddock
Frank Reed
Robert Huberty
Ed Feller
Ady
Graining Process Ad Claims Easy Application
An advertisement claims Chi-Namel grains easily and can be used on all colors. It credits Klein & Heffel Co and Overland brand promotions with overlines highlighting their first position. The Canton Motor Car Co advertises related finishing products.
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Klein & Heffelman Co
Advt
Pianos Ad Highlights Klein Heffelman Canton Inventory
The Klein & Heffelman Co. presents the largest varied line of New Pianos and Player Pianos in Canton with a selection of good used pianos available at substantial price reductions.
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Klein & Heffelman Co
Canton
Advt
Canton Women Lead Flower Mission Adg 10-11
Eighteen well known Canton women are in charge of the flower mission as advertised in the August issue. Their leadership positions highlight community organizing efforts centered on charitable floral drives and related outreach.
The Want Ad Way: Lost Dog Returns After Ad Help
Mrs. McHubbard sought a missing dog by the Want Ad method in The News Lost and Found column. An advertisement listed under Lost and Found led to the dog’s return hours later, confirming the effectiveness of classified ads for missing pets.
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Want
Lost and Found Call No. 10
Daily News
Leonard Cleanable Refrigerators Ad Promises Ease of Use
An advertisement by Klein & Heffel M an Co. touts Leonard Cleanable Refrigerators as time saving for housewives and invites readers to see the new model.
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Leonard
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Klein & Heffelman Co
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Canton Motor Car Co Advertisement Ends
The Canton Motor Car Company advertisement concludes with final notices about sales and locations. It lists available models and pricing, urging readers to visit the showroom for details.
Rioting Against Germans Follows Lusitania Sinking
Victoria British Columbia deploys 500 troops under martial law to curb riots across the city. German owned businesses guarded, Government House protected after Lt. Gov. Barnard’s German-born wife Loewen’s heritage noted. London reports widespread anti German demonstrations with shops burned in several cities. German naturalized citizens attacked. authorities warn Austrians and Germans to stay indoors. Sir Arthur Pinero urges Germans to disown the Kaiser.
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Victoria
B. C
Government House
Gov. Barnard
Loewen
Head
Bootle
Swansea
Cardiff
Manchester
Lancaster
Carlisle
Arthur Pinero
Times
Great Britain
Inquiry Opens Over Lusitania Sinking Handling
Vanderbilts representative to conduct own inquiry into the Lusitania disaster amid charges of rank negligence by the Cunard line and admiralty. Webb Ware accuses officials of fault before the government inquiry as tugs search off Old Head of Kinsale for missing passengers including A. Q. Vanderbilt and Elbert Hubbard.
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Queenstown
Lusitania
Cunard
Ireland
Admiralty
Webb Ware
London
Alfred G. Vanderbilt
Fred J. Gauntlet
New York
Gauntlett
Cunard Line
Ware
A. Q. Vanderbilt
Elbert Hubbard
Charles Klein
Lindon Bates, Jr
Old Head of Kinsale
Turner
Government Board of Trade
American State Department
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J. Foster Stackhouse
Cbrries Klein
Linden Bates
Alfrey Gwyn Vanderbilt
Taly
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Ers
Civil Service Examination
Bute
Fin de Siecle Club
Canton Motor Car Co
Liverpool
Birken
Rank Necligenge
Britain
Ina Tere
Vanderbilt
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