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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1925
Page
1
County and city officials act on a prosecutor’s suggestion to halt a sale. A local dealer voluntarily withdraws 14 publications amid concerns raised by Mayo Ball and civic leaders including Ms. Afra Las Louery and Mrs Kurta.
Twelve people were arrested as authorities ordered salacious magazines halted. The Community Chest fund reached 102062 dollars as today’s street accidents increased. A Wales conducted dance in King Williams Town, South Africa, where the Prince of Wales asked to read the music.
In Chicago, State's Attorney Crowe warns of drastic action over a witness linked to the Shepherd case and Billy Colstock. Witness John White vanished after leaving a note saying he and his wife fled for safety, with Shepherd's lawyers denying involvement and claiming White aided in Falges testimony. Crowe says grand jury action possible if tampering evidence appears.
Charles P. Goldberg of New York was found with 480000 worth of jewelry today in Chicago. Three bandits trapped and restrained the owner before fleeing with the loot.
Topeka May 20 The fate of former Governor Jonathan M Davis hinges on jury deliberations in a bribery trial tied to pardoning prisoners. The defense rests on Davis’s denial while the prosecution argues for conviction or, alternatively, up to five years in a penitentiary or jail for not more than a year and a $100 fine.
Canton campaign drive reports show $102,062 raised by noon as workers push toward a $410,000 goal. Southwest district led with $28,809. North Canton pledges exceed $18,000 of its $49,000 quota while Captain Hoover warns unity is needed for a swift finish. The Gore on Kibler orchestra provided entertainment at the Wednesday luncheon.
Fragmentary text shows an apparent reference to Bennie King of Zoo described as a philosopher with unclear context. The piece includes garbled phrases about springs of fear and home, with stray words like toad and patehen, making a coherent report impossible.
A chaotic scene unfolds as Bennie the giant back bear is named King of Nimisia and roams a cottage, sweeping with a broom while a widowed keeper hides. A gunfight wounds Mrs. Emma Townes bleeding. the robber flees as 800 residents join a wide search through the industrial town for the perpetrator.
Rove Domwith of 431 on an BSE charged a client $1.80 for a Tuesday evening fortune telling. Police arrested her after the client reported the incident. She appeared before Judge Bowman in criminal court on Wednesday morning and was fined 125 with costs and ordered to 39 days in the workhouse, with 30 days suspended.
London reports the pound touching new exchange highs as May 20 traders expect continued strength. Analysts predict fresh flow from tourism and trade will bolster the currency amid a shifting foreign exchange market.
Vermont ex convict Earl Woodward, previously accused of kidnapping, was released on a nominal charge after a brief court appearance. Reporters note the case touched on debates over justice and legal process as Woodward walked free pending resolution of related larceny charges.
Officials move to curb rising number of outdoor radio aerials in Canton after electrocution risk. City Building Department must issue permits and enforce removal of illegal aerials while Safety Director orders inspections across the city.
Akron street car workers and the Akron Car Company held arbitration talks over a proposed clause allowing union drivers to join the union. The company refused the clause and no agreement was reached after several votes and weeks of consideration.
A garbled account from a Pottee area rooming house reports that Peter Nunnare aged 22 of Cleveland, involved in a violent episode, is linked to a fatal shooting and another person dying shortly after. The landlady heard shots this morning, with authorities continuing inquiries into the double tragedy.
A female pedestrian was severely hurt when struck by a moving auto. The city safety director urged all drivers to exercise extreme care and cooperate, citing rising accident numbers and calling for stricter traffic vigilance.
CHICAGO May 20 Two women were wounded when a girl fired from a revolver at a family home. Lucile Wunsch, the 17 year old, is detained after a confrontation with her mother and father. The father and Mrs Wunsch were injured. doctors fear the father will die.
Fragments show merchants protesting and police warning after a wave of complaints. Officials say defendants face prosecution and city ordinance enforcement as investigations continue.
Fragmentary text shows garbled phrases and names, with no clear event, place, or date. Unable to identify a coherent incident or record due to extensive transcription errors.
Following a puzzling word drop, a new version circulated in Canton. The Daily Ite theater tickets show Wallace Beers and Tom Moore in Adventure at the Valerian Theater.
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