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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1914
Page
1
Canton launches a citywide drive to raise 250000 for the Y M C A with calls for generosity from all. The piece contrasts high civic pride with the risk of failure and urges residents to give, noting local church investments and a large tax base as context for the goal.
Canton mayor urges a city wide Y M C A day on May 15 1914 to back a new building. He frames the campaign as a duty and opportunity thanking 300 citizens for their sacrifice and urging contributions to secure a lasting civic asset. The note cites health opportunity and character benefits for Canton’s boys and men.
A Canton Y M C A fund drive page reports a noon total of 134 644 with 36 hours left to raise 250 000. Donations include Henry K Wise 800 and J J Whitacre 500 while the Boys Brigade push yields 4390. Campaign ends Friday with three meetings and continuous pressure on citizens.
United Press reports Becker may testify in his own defense as the Rosen thal murder trial proceeds. Star witness Bald Jack Rose wrapped up his testimony clearing up discrepancies, while tensions rose between Dist Atty Whitman and Becker’s counsel. Justice Seabury ordered a recess as Bridgey Webber arrived, guarded for safety amid potential underworld retaliation.
Government forecast predicts fair conditions tonight and Friday with little temperature change. Earlier readings show modest cooling and daytime highs near seasonal norms.
United Press reports the United States may recognize the belligerency of the Mexican constitutionalists and accept a formal demand from Gen. Carranza. Tampico’s seizure and Tuxpam’s fall bolster revolution prospects while arms shortages threaten movement against Mexico City and the south.
More men leave their jobs daily as the Building Laborers and Hod Carriers union reports a widening strike. Eight new members joined the union on Wednesday night and over fifty workers are said to be on strike as the labor action continues.
Cincinnati May 14 Physicians said Orville Thompson thirty one will recover to stand trial for the murder of Anna Schwemlein twenty two, stenographer, whom he shot yesterday evening as his uncle dictated letters. St. Marys Bazar advertising and Klein Heffelman Co ads accompany the report.
City Solicitor Ruff reports council street railway committee has ordered an extension franchise for the 9th St line to Wertz Ave SW. The new terms will mirror present provisions but include changes on rails and road bed maintenance. A separate Fultoad extension will get a new, distinct franchise.
The Klein and Heffelman Co advertise a complete line of A G Spalding and EK 8 Horsman merchandise at St Marys Bazaar with mentions of an advertisement across dates 14 15 16.
Cleveland lawyer John H. Clarke is expected to be appointed as federal judge to replace William L. Day of Canton. He may withdraw his bid for the U S Senate and receive backing from Attorney General Hogan and state administration for the judgeship. Special conclave of Knight Templars on May 14 awaits Sir Knights at Temple and Malta. L. W. Busche, E. C. Advt.
Frank Patterson twenty, driver for Steiner Coal Co., was thrown from a wagon when his horses ran away on a hill at 2nd St NW and Newton St Thursday morning. He suffered cuts and bruises. harness broke as the horses descended, causing the panic.
Mansfield Ohio reports John C. Jurgens of Canal Dover once dubbed the boy spender was paroled after a brief embezzlement sentence. He had been due for release on May 15 but was freed earlier due to a belief that Friday release would harm his prospects.
Ben Schlub of 2738 Allenay SE received 153.15 dollars from the state industrial commission after losing part of a finger at the Metropolitan Paving Brick Co plant.
An advertisement touts a broader and more diverse product range by promising a larger line than ever before. The message urges readers to consult the want ads for details and options.
Funeral services for Nelson Baker, who hanged himself at Bonnet Co, will be held Sunday at the U B church with burial in Westlawn Cemetery. Smith Barnes Pianos praised for musical quality and reliability. Klein Heffelman Co promotes gardening tools.
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