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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1924
Page
1
Cincinnati dispatch reports a fatal auto crash after a street car encounter. A woman died when a car rammed her, four men fled the scene, and authorities pursued a suspect in connection with the theater loot recovery.
Police report a violent spree near the McKinley theater and Wicklsey in Akron. Thieves looted cash and valuables including 445.92 from a box office and jewelry, escaping after forcing a door and triggering a street chase.
After years of hard work and rising wages, Labh Jase, a Lima factory hand, inherits a seat in the estate of Sir Francia Drake. He is named heir to a ducal title in what is hailed as a historic English rise from labor to nobility.
A jurist died in Oregon in court today, with the judge Cantight presiding as the state and nation watched. Janne Certright, aged 1, reportedly died yesterday after several weeks of illness, drawing wide attention.
May 19 New York a convention of national association of manufacturers gathered at the Waldorf Astoria. Delegates urged business should guide national policy and backed a platform to protect American industry. Samuel O Dunn editor said railroads hurt farmers and travelers by opposing rate cuts while seeking higher expenses.
Police retrace paths from Lambs Gap after a boy and a female student are slain. A notebook found on the boy points to familiar mountain trails and landmarks as Major Lon Adams leads the inquiry into what authorities call a brutal double killing.
Delegates at the four day Natural Gas Supply Area convention opened in Pub lhe Hat today. They argued efficient use of fuel seeds could replace coal by 235000 tons, stressing careful preservation of natural gas supplies and condemning wasteful methods.
Dayton police arrest Peter Taylor after a raid nets 1000 bottles and 60 gallons of home brew. Authorities say the illicit beer shows strong potency and could pose greater risks than legal versions.
The Wooster tourism scene forms the Tourists Camp association with George W. Sulmer as president and plans to establish a new tourist camp around the Pair rounds location.
New York reports say Mrs Catherine Smith mother of the New York governor died at 6 20 p m at her daughter's Brooklyn home The governor learned of the death as he alighted from a train from New Jersey Cause listed as dilation of the heart Mrs Smith aged 13 years is erroneously noted in the fragment with health issues and winter illness.
In New York the betting market offered odds that the next U S president will be a Democrat with a commissioner noting active betting and 2000 awaiting bets. Odds shifted from 11-2 to 6-9 and 5-4 on the incumbent Coolidge, with Governor Al Smith and W G McAdoo also quoted on various scenarios.
Canton prepares to launch its third community fund campaign Monday evening at the Courtland Hotel with a dinner and final instructions to workers led by Dr Loyd Douglas. About 1000 volunteers, including 600 active workers and 450 reserved dinner guests, will participate to raise funds for local charitable needs.
A Canton Ontario audience faced a rainy Sunday as movie houses advertised King Tutankhamun themed shows. Patrons debated the gimmick as the town’s theater scene drew crowds and laughter amid the deluge. Local writer notes the era’s humor and laments limited seating and restless crowds.
A vintage help wanted notice urges readers to check The Want Pages for opportunities. It invites readers to read daily listings, promising many suitable opportunities and prompting contact through the News Want Ad Phone.
The body of Rumelt Riegler aged 24 was found in Meyers Lake nine days after a canoeing accident that killed Haymond Frevk. Park officials reported the second drowning victim was recovered near the shoreline and an investigation continues into the incident.
In Raleigh district on May 19 a passenger train Hamlet to Raleigh collided with a standing express train in Apex yard. Six people are dead and several others injured, with one more believed to be fatally hurt.
Two women, Mrs Mary Wolgrath aged 50 and Mrs Sophie Myers aged 27, were struck by a taxi in Cleveland on a late night street crossing. The driver was detained by police for investigation. One victim suffered a fractured skull while the other died. two young men and two young women also were injured in other weekend traffic accidents.
Fragmentary report shows Washington day 19 Senate moves to adjourn on Muscle Shoals farm relief relief resistance. Senator Morrison announced intent to fight to consider the property amid urgent committee action.
In a Chicago jail cell Samet Heap uses quiet time to reflect on marital troubles and life pressures. The report notes thoughts on peace theories and meditation while awaiting release after a 48 hour period.
May 18 report from Philadelphia notes Evelyn Nesbit and her co-respondent relinquished their bid to contest Marcy Taw’s fight for freedom. William A. Giray, their attorney, withdrew the motion for a new trial and indicated plan to pursue the case further.
In Youngstown on May 19 the 28 year old Morland Smith died from a bullet wound believed to be from a clash with George Freeman on April 26. Freeman died three days later.
President coolidge faces defeat as the senate rejects the added bonus bill after a long day. The measure would have created a noncash government bonus via life insurance and endow a wage payment, contingent on individual service terms and years.
The treasurer announces start in Brenner and Massillon for collecting taxes on oil and property. Bills will be mailed with stamped return envelopes and accepted by check. Extended dates cover Perry, Minerva, and nearby towns with offices at city hall and other locations for convenience.
Washington May 18 The political calculus around the soldier bonus shapes how Congress may evaluate the veto. Observers weigh whether the veto will stand and the tax impact, with discussions in cloakrooms about aiding the president and influencing the Republican ticket through veto strategies and potential conference actions.
The May 19 1980 explosion at a refinery near St Paul injured six workers and caused a large fire. Fire crews battled flames as a massive smoke cloud rose over the plant owned by Henry Marx. About thousands of gallons of flammable liquids were stored at the site. The blast damaged equipment and prompted safety evacuations two weeks after the incident.
In Nome Alaska Black Jack a noted ivory carver dies at 36 two hours after his wife Maback gives birth to someone in Washington President Coolidge improves from a cold as White House reports Dr Joel Noone says few traces remain Federal grand jury orders probe into four prohibition agents and 130 officers over a raid at a home
A man named Dan Tolay was discovered at his home following an event tied to a wing line. The report notes his role as manager and mentions Savio and Creett as associates involved in the manufacturing sector.
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