25 Oct 1921
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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1921
Page
1
Incomplete text suggests discussion of coats skirts and fabrics. Mentions navy and possibly bone color, vestments, fronts with lace and boned trim, and a model with rough texture. Prices or sales details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
The region discusses whether beer and wine may be sold under a new Ohio law allowing medicinal prescriptions. Officials and brewers weigh legality, practical limits, and whether regulations will be enforced, with many awaiting clarification before acting.
Washington officials announce the armament conference opening will move from November 11 to November 12 to avoid clashing with memorial services for an unknown American soldier. The change is stated as official.
Formal dedication of Pythian Castle at Marketav and Sixth NE opened a week of Pythians activity in Canton. Ed L. Smith received a life sized oil painting unveiled by William Beatty as city officials praised the Canton Knights for their courage in erecting the building. Mayor Witter welcomed delegates, pledging Canton’s support and future cooperation with the order.
The Canton Daily News launches a large automobile contest with 31 prizes including a new Franklin touring car valued at 2485 dollars. Entrants progress by promoting business, with cars and cash prizes awarded to winners who earn the top spots.
Edison says few people grasp plainly written facts while discussing today’s school instruction system in a remarkable interview. He emphasizes clear communication and practical learning. The interview highlights his belief in practical science education and public understanding.
Allan L. Benson describes a 1921 Orange New Jersey visit with Thomas A. Edison in his laboratory. Edison quips that self evident facts may only be understood by two percent of readers while noting his remarkable vigor and lifelong work.
A 1921 excerpt compiles remarks attributed to Thomas A. Edison on self evident facts, government, education, and brain power. It notes his age and ongoing learning from employment questionnaires, with a teaser about an indictment of job applicants.
Former common pleas judge Hubert C. Pontius addressed a large Canton audience praising the Democratic administration and urging voters to reelect Mayor Herman Witter. He Defended Witter’s record, denied a clique, and urged civic focus on the upcoming November 8 municipal election.
Notices announce the Scottish Rite Masons fall reunion on Oct 26–27 with 1 PM starts and public lectures at the First Congregational church by Professor Demude on psychology. Also invites lodge members and public to attend psychology talks and pay respects to Bro. John Harold. Job ads seek locomotive engineers and other railroad workers with details and references.
Canton prepares for Armistice Day with a Wednesday 7 30 pm General committee meeting at the American Legion club house. All patriotic and civic groups are urged to attend as parade plans are set and floats counts are reported. The Service Star legion plans an unusual parade float.
Louis Lautzenheiser fifty nine a wealthy Louisville farmer was suffocated when a nine foot ditch he was digging to lay sewer on his East Louisville allotment caved in Coroner T C McQuate said Lautzenheiser died of suffocation and had been dead for hours before his son Earl Lautzenheiser and two men found him after not seeing him at dinner He had been unable to get city workmen for the project since the property lay outside Louisville city limits.
The Love Offering for Mrs. Aimee Semple McPherson from the final campaign collections reached 3118 dollars, as released by Dr. Charles E. Price. Earlier week revenue from Echo Park Evangelistic Association and Canton associated charities added 1004 dollars, with all future receipts to fund various McPherson enterprises as expenses were covered. The next campaign starts Monday in Rochester New York at First Baptist Church with a March convention at Convention Hall seating 5000.
Service Director Smith Street Superintendent Turnbull and Councilman William T Kirk inspect several streets where repairs were sought. Turnbull says most streets have been repaired or will be before cold weather. some were poor but now suit traffic with coal patch and other materials. Clarence Owens arrested on liquor possession with juvenile furnishing charges. released on bond. Free examination of feet ad.
The Canton Daily News announces a new Sunday feature Who's Who in Washington beginning next Sunday. It previews intimate profiles of British big men and U S figures like Hiram W Johnson Philander C Knox Robert Lansing Boise Penrose and William C Borah.
Former Emperor Karl and Empress Rita are imprisoned after a failed bid to reclaim the throne. Warrants are issued for several officers, while Admiral Horthy warns of ruin if Karl is handed to Britain. The Little Entente nations mobilize as Czecho Slovakia demands disarmament.
Revival at First Christian church features Rev P H Welshimer answering reader questions on praying for the sick and other topics. A question box will precede the sermon each evening, with Monday night highlighting music and a slide show by P M Kendall. The town follows McPherson meetings with renewed theological interest.
In a concise advertisement style notice, a retailer touts the remaining Eden Miecrie Wash era stock at 160 and 169.75 cash options with a one year pay plan, invites demonstrations by phone, and urges quick action. Additional items include 50 cent furniture polish with 3 player rolls, a Wednesday Akron Male Chorus event at Martin Luther church with ticket prices 5 cents for adults and 25 cents for children, and notices for Free Methodist preparatory meetings and Eagles funeral service attendance, all with local addresses and contact lines.
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