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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1930
Page
1
Veterans and Civil War era speakers lead Canton Memorial Day events at Westlawn Cemetery and city auditorium. Military honors, a parade, and a sermon emphasize duty, sacrifice, and the meaning of the flag for the nation.
Volunteers reinforce levees along the Red River in northern Louisiana as flood waters threaten large areas. In a separate case, Tilby Smith and Maude Lowther are jailed on first degree murder charges related to the slaying of Mrs Clara Smith, wife and mother of two.
Stark County farmers faced complete crop ruin after a second killing frost in two days. Fields once green with promise were scorched, with corn torn up and potatoes, tomatoes, cucumber and melon vines killed. Officials condemn extensive damage to fruit, vegetables, and wheat, warning of a countywide shortage while noting some crops may recover if weather warms.
May 3 London reports riot at a prison farm where 43 inmates attempted escape. Guards fired after Sam Mazelo of Youngstown, an Ohio Penitentiary transfer, was seen breaking a cell lock. Mazelo was shot and killed after two warnings. Superintendent W F Amrine faced blame for orders to shoot if needed.
President Hoover delivered a lengthy speech on Gettysburg's slopes during a May outing in Williamsport while enjoying hunting and fishing at Jay Cooke’s preserve. Local reports note the event drew thousands and highlighted Hoover as an eager sportsman as well as leader.
Two World War flyers from Marietta and Couhectan died when their aircraft crashed inside Morgantown last night during a stunt. Lyle Scott aged 31 and Everitt Aronholt aged 22 were killed. Scott left a widow and two young children.
Fragmentary notes indicate a potential candidate named Coxey seeking a congressional seat in the 16th district with mentions of Warren Ohio and a May 31 date. The text references campaign activity and a belief he could be a prominent representative.
Santa Monica Cal May 31 heavy swells cause fishing boat Amico to capsize with crowd aboard. Three bodies recovered. forty eight rescued or brought ashore. Captain Lightfoot and crew among survivors as search continues amid rough seas and northwesterly winds.
Three national congress volunteers rode to Sholapur to violate martial law rules but returned to Poona wearing only loincloths. City authorities, under three weeks of martial law that evacuated European women and children, confiscated their green and red shirts symbols of the national congress. They were handed dhotis and cloths and placed on a train toward Bombay.
May 31 report notes several funeral wreaths placed on veterans graves were thrown out on a dump. Supt R Dye of Arlington commented on the incident as the community seeks explanation and resolution. In related news at Mt Union College Caryn Treverton was elected Pan Hellenic Council president succeeding Lucile Fern with Jessie Garman named vice president.
The Canton Daily News previews exclusive publication of Archie Butt letters detailing the Roosevelt Taft feud. The editor promises the first installment on Monday, presenting decades of letters that illuminate the historic conflict between the two presidents.
Ensigna voted for enforcement and 1880 1881 appear in final tabs of the Literary Digest poll. Final results show larger cities favoring prohibition and smaller towns split, with Canton and surrounding areas noted in the published figures.
Bobby Jones defeats Wethered seven up with six to play in the British Open final at St Andrews. Jones, the American star from Scotland, clinches a remarkable victory as Wethered falters late amid the crowd at the famed course.
Reports from multiple cities say a policeman and a woman were hospitalized after injuries at sports events on Memorial Day weekend. Akron and Steubenville athletes were involved in incidents during track and field activities, while a driver and bystanders faced serious harm as safety concerns paused events pending medical updates.
Steve Bosanie, 39, of Mekkees Rocks PA, collapsed Friday afternoon while visiting friends at 2318 Indiana Way NE. Cause of death undetermined Saturday. He was taken to Jacon's Funeral Home. no funeral arrangements yet. Bosanie had traveled from Pennsylvania to Canton and was preparing to return when he was struck down.
A disjointed note from Beverly Hills Massachusetts or California comments on recruitment promises and program integrity. It mentions room and board for recruits and the idea of maintaining investments with repeated messaging. The text contrasts rhetoric with true intent and references democracy and ongoing recruitment.
Mayor Herman Witter will study two transportation franchise proposals within the 19 day window for approval or disapproval. The franchises were filed with the mayor on Thursday and his signature is expected on or before Monday.
Henry Argo, a prisoner, was shot while crouched in the corner of his cell during an attack in jail. The incident details remain limited and the assailant is not identified in the fragment.
A fragmentary account notes a boy named Donald found with an empty bottle and cork nearby. His mouth bore chocolate traces and he was given antidotes before wandering off to play again, apparently unharmed after the delay.
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