13 May 1919
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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1919
Page
1
The council approved a new gas franchise with East Ohio Gas Co to replace the existing contract. The ordinance sets rates at 48 cents per 1000 cubic feet for the first tier and allows mains to be laid in city streets, with mayoral signature expected by midweek.
Berlin reports Count von Brockdorff Rantzau presents counter proposals on territorial cessions to Allies. German envoys move to sign the peace treaty as they prepare decisions by Sunday. Allies push to finalize the Austrian treaty with a conference at St Germain.
Mayor Poor outlines a plan to issue municipal bonds bearing five or six percent interest to ease financial trouble. Bonds would be available to individuals with small denominations as low as $100. Solicitor Fisher and City officials discuss the legality and steps to proceed, aiming to offer bonds locally to fund the indebtedness.
The notice invites engineers, firemen, and Dr Lledric Crane to an open meeting on Wednesday May 14 at 7:30 PM. All who made an effort for membership should appear. Address by Beil, recorder, and Carl. May 13.
Canton residents are urged to pass a deficience bond of 314000 at the August 12 primary to continue playgrounds and park expansion. Council President Schrantz heard pleas from the Canton Parks and Playground association led by J M Markley for funds to expand activities, hire instructors, buy equipment, and repair play lots.
Major Hazlett will come from Alliance to confer with the parade committee on plans for the Fourth of July celebration in Canton. A tentative parade outline will be set, with labor and patriotic groups, a big industrial section, and floats by manufacturers.
Dr. Warren Kenner announces dental office now located at room 14 Ervin Block 129 Cleveland Ave West. Queen Washers priced at 1.25 dollars each. Call Daily News office for details or use the two listed phones 3500.
Senator Atlee Pomerene warns Bolshevism cannot thrive in the United States arguing it draws support from criminal classes and ignorant segments. He asserts law abiding citizens will resist its violent methods and insists Americans will defend constitutional order with firm action if needed.
Officials report only 2,450,000 of 5,386,000 pledged to the Victory Loan at Canton has been paid. Bank tallies show more than two million still due by Saturday to avoid failure. City chairman J H Kenny warns of Canton’s lasting shame if payments lag, urging swift action and initial payments extended to May 17.
President Wilson will remain in Paris until the peace treaty is signed, with a firm note that German talks should not drag beyond June 15. The Echo de Paris reports this stance as Allied negotiations continue.
Dance Eagle Hall hosts Norwood's orchestra performing every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday night drawing local dancers and music lovers to the venue for lively evenings.
Canton council approved an ordinance restoring eastern standard time at 2:00 a.m. next Sunday after the federal daylight saving bill. The measure, passed without dissent, awaits mayoral signature and aligns all municipal proceedings to the new time. City hall clocks will be set back after Saturday, with employees reporting Monday under the new time. County commissioners also moved to align court operations.
A Ranney refrigerator for big savings in ice and food preservation. Canton Home Fur Queen Motor Washers 81 down $1.25 per week. Queen Washing Met Co 212 Fourth St NW Adv. Pants won the war. "Oh you women" Adv.
A Daily News Help Wanted column notes a general meeting place for employers and job seekers. It suggests the right man is likely employed but open to new opportunities and invites calls to 3500 to state an offer. The cost is small.
Republican leaders indicate committee chairmanships will be reported to the senate en bloc after tomorrow's conference. Progressives may accept Penrose as finance chair without opposing him, preserving the party’s slim two vote Senate margin. Senator Borah vows ongoing opposition to Penrose, while old guard backs a president pro tempore choice.
Canton will receive aerial mail to Chicago starting May 15 with letters transported to Cleveland by rail. Planes depart Cleveland Woodland Hills at 10 30 a m and reach Chicago by 2 30 pm with delivery by 3 pm. Rate is six cents per ounce plus special stamps and delivery fees.
Display promotes biber furniture in odd pieces and complete sets with window viewing at Canton Home Furnishing Co Ady.
The Loyal Council announces a social evening on Wednesday May 14 in Washington hall with an open invitation to members and friends. The notice mentions refreshments and a community gathering atmosphere.
Paris May 15 German delegates push a fifth note on peace terms as they await presentation to the French foreign office. The Big Four quicky answered the first two notes on justice and league admission, and referred the second to experts. Allies seek to finish the Austrian treaty this week with boundary issues involving Italy and Yugoslavia. Premier Orlando continues talks with Colonel House.
Senator Kenyon Iowa moves to investigate the war department deal to unload surplus meat abroad amid packer losses. The National Consumers League led by Secretary of War Baker objects, noting record low meat sales to workers. The war department began efforts to sell 264 000 000.
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