24 May 1914
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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1914
Page
1
A violent clash erupted at the Novelty plant as strikers and guards fought amid a strike Saturday night. A striker was injured and required medical attention. several workers were also treated for minor injuries.
The Catholic club drive surpassed fifteen thousand dollars and reached eighteen thousand with only half the teams reporting. Sunday solicitors plan to target busy businessmen at home, aiming to boost membership for young players.
A C Eynon accepted the post as chairman of the C of C charity committee on Saturday night. He plans a committee meeting within a week to set a date. State Examiner Green advised routing Hartford and Houtz poor funds directly to relief and salaries, with Stolberg supporting the idea as a chamber committee member.
Cloudy conditions expected Sunday and Monday with variable winds. Temperature readings show a range around the mid 50s to low 70s.
Canton officials discuss reviving the charter question with a plan to place it on the fall ballot. If approved by council a two thirds vote would push the issue to voters along with a second question on selecting 15 framers. A six month timeframe is suggested for drafting a new charter.
United Press reports at New York hearings on May 23 as Max Hayes predicts workers will seize production wealth. Testimony before the U S commission on industrial relations touches on Rockefeller as business agent and Judge Gary managing the steel department and labor roles.
Canton opens seven playgrounds at district schools and parks on June 22 for ten weeks. Supervisors manage games, crafts, and swimming. programs target children of all ages. Organized by the Canton Playgrounds Association with plans for future sites depending on funds.
Mrs. Lillian Hays was arrested at 515 Cherry Av SE in a raid by Detectives Ryan Reed and Riffle on Saturday afternoon. She faces prostitution charges and will be arraigned Monday. Two men, Fred Smith and James Britt, were also arrested for disorderly conduct. Smith had 229 dollars seized.
Halifax May 23 six of the 25 men believed lost when the light ship No 19 struck Crooks ledge off Libscomb island have been recovered tonight. A heavy fog halted search by rescue steamers and ships could not approach the wreck closely. The ship was being brought from Paisley Scotland to a new station by a crew unfamiliar with the coast. The exact crew number was not known but at least 25 were aboard.
Harry Lee, owner of the Chop Suey restaurant at Tuscarawassi and Walnutay, was assaulted by several intoxicated youths early Sunday. He was dragged to a stairway and thrown to the street, suffering a broken left arm, knocked-out teeth, and a scalp wound. police found him and he was taken to city jail for treatment. The incident ends with the assailants fleeing. The Players' Club will present Charley's Aunt at St Joseph's church on May 26 27.
Canton boards choose Belden and Home Brick Co. as facing bricks for Albert and Gibbist buildings after viewing samples from Hydraul ic Press Brick Co. and others. Stark Light glazed bricks will line interiors. hydraulic samples wowed but were not selected.
United Press reports as Colorado coal strike negotiations begin the toll of violence rises with two newly found bodies near Walsenburg. Officials say the remains may be Corporal Elmer Hoagland and Private John Reagan of troop D, Boulder, missing since the strike zone.
Rebels in Mexico City arrest Chief of Police Guasquez as Huerta braces for an uprising. Generals Quiroz and Villa prepare for possible attacks while 20 000 civil workers and students take up arms. Dr Aureliano Urrutia vows to become an American citizen, thanking U.S. protection.
City doctors analyze dozens of milk samples tested by City Food and Dairy Inspector Bowman and declare Canton milk improving. Dr. A H Calhoun says dirt and germs have lessened, dealers blamed, and expect further gains before warm weather. A central depot for purified milk may be created with physician oversight to protect babies this summer.
Mayor Stolberg aims to replace costly arc street lights with cluster incandescent lamps on iron standards along curbs after obtaining cost and maintenance details. He notes clusters light both street and sidewalk, reduce shadows, and improve efficiency, targeting Tuscarawas Avenue and citywide rollout after Cleveland electrical show research.
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