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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1925
Page
1
A Mellon report indicates Congress will show an increase in funding or salaries. The summary notes a need for compromise as policymakers weigh budget implications and fiscal priorities.
Treasury figures show refunds to big taxpayers rising as Secretary Mellon prepares the annual report for the sixty ninth congress. By Oct 23 refunds reached 147 million dollars with customs returns at 19.38 million. Senators McKellar and Couzens push for a bill of particulars and possible extension of the Citizens committee amid large 1925 refunds.
Chief Counsel Rep. Frank Reid says Col. William Mitchell will plead free speech as his defense in an army court martial for conduct prejudicial to military discipline. He cites past criticisms of leaders and asserts constitutional protection protects Mitchell’s outspoken views on national defense.
Tom Miller, part owner of Vogel and Miller Musical Comedy, was arrested in Mansfield on a charge of obtaining money by false pretenses. An affidavit by Roy Essig says Miller collected 334 dollars by claiming he and Vogel owned scenery and equipment used in the Lake Park theater shows. the scenery reportedly belonged to the theater and a valuable drop curtain belonged to Marielle LaCouver, a comedian with the troupe.
Weather service issued southeast storm warnings from Eastport Maine to the Delaware breakwater, sweeping northeastward. The forecast calls for gale force winds along the north coast, with a northeastward approach expected across eastern Ohio as the storm moves in.
Mrs. C. E. Gore of 1911 Harrison SW was arrested Saturday evening on a liquor charge. Police allege she dumped a quantity of illicit liquor into a sink during the abbe oct crackdown.
Dayton Ohio October 24 an invention after 25 years of work a gas producing plant for home use was announced by H F Smith the device includes a tank stove purifier and automatic control using charcoal as fuel to generate gas One sack daily powers the unit for the day supplying gas for kitchen hot water heating and more
London reports the Balkans remain in turmoil as Greece extends its occupation of Bulgarian territory amid calls for a Syria ceasefire. Greece pledges to withdraw once Bulgarian fire ceases while Bulgaria claims Petrich suffers heavy damage and casualties.
Louis J. Erdos aged 15, a McCook field messenger, was fatally struck by an automobile driven by W. J. Davis of Wegg Carrollton near his home in Dayton Ohio. The accident occurred tonight and Erdos died instantly at the scene.
D. J. Kelley of 2000 14th Street SW reported a spare tire and rim were stolen from his automobile while parked near his home on Saturday evening.
H D Bercaw, known as Hank, seeks Canton North district seat on the board of education. He outlines decades in teaching and coaching, pledges full attendance and diligent study of finances and education problems, and praises Canton’s system while criticizing past gaps in meeting attendance by current member Kirkland.
Charles Silverman aged longtime Canton Mason and Apollo Lodge veteran died Saturday night at 10 30 at his daughter’s home 512 High Ave SW after age related illness. He lived in Canton most of four decades and served as secretary of Canton Chapter No 84 R A M and Canton Council No 35 R and S M. Surviving daughters Mrs Rowe Canton Mrs Edward Thompson Cleveland and Mrs C H Rue Minerva along with two sisters. Funeral arrangements to be announced by Canton Lodge No 60.
Union miners and families were evicted from 23 Consolidation Coal Co. houses by order of Justice W. H. Billingslea bringing this week’s total evictions to 40. Eight houses at Baxter seven at Ida May two at Gaston and six at Carolina were vacated as nonunion workers filled the positions.
Cleveland October 24 United States weather bureau forecasters predicted a storm moving from the Ohio valley would reach Lakes Erie and Ontario by tonight bringing rain that turns to snow. Gale proportions were expected near Erie coast as lake ships were warned to shelter and steamers rushed to port to avert disaster.
John Kosiewski, 28, is brought to Cleveland court for a third trial on the first degree murder indictment stemming from the bombing of Stanislaus Lewandowski’s car. Two prior juries have disagreed.
In Cleveland on October 24 prominent bankers and business leaders attended the funeral for David C. Wills head of the federal reserve bank who died Thursday after an operation. Rev Herbert Mackenzie of Hamilton Ontario spoke highly of his longtime friend. Attendees included R Crissinger Marion governor of the federal reserve bank vice governor Edmund Platt Washington Pierre Jay New York and William A Neath Chicago.
Police reported that Marie Urinus 26 and Gus Urinus were wounded in a quarrel with a relative. Marie suffered a dangerous wound while Gus was shot in the hand. Both were in hospital as investigators hunted the escaped shooter.
Despatches from Karachi report up to 7000 dead after a series of cyclones in the Persian Gulf. About 40 vessels are missing as a fleet of 200 pearling ships was swept away. Earthquake shocks felt on several islands, with Basra and Bahrein cited among affected locales.
A board of naval officers is appointed to plan a second attempt at a nonstop flight from California to Hawaii. Commander John Rodgers, who led the failed attempt last month, is expected to supervise the flying arrangements later.
A bronze tablet honoring Col Charles Washington founder of Charles Town West Virginia was unveiled at the courthouse by the Daughters of the American Revolution Bee Line chapter. Washington served under Gen George Washington in the Revolution and helped organize what became Jefferson County. The ceremony marked the 139th founding anniversary of Charles Town.
Carl Co. Cully, former cashier and bookkeeper of the Brecksville Bank, pled not guilty to an indictment charging larceny of 13658 in common pleas court. A further hearing is set for Wednesday, with attorneys noting the plea may be changed.
Sandusky police chief C A Weingart issued orders to arrest or kill those responsible for a two night burglary spree. Patrolmen were told to capture or neutralize suspects after burglars netted about $200 in cash and several thousand dollars in goods.
Democratic candidate Mayor Swarts said Mayor Ball bears official responsibility for enforcement laxity, while praising Ball as a citizen. He urged full-time leadership, denouncing part-time governance, and called for a thorough city hall cleanup amid a heated campaign on the north side.
In Austin on October 24, former Gov. James A. Ferguson responded to accusations over a letter that suspended highway department work in 33 counties. He denies directing the action and says he had no part in the suspensions amid calls for a possible special legislative session to probe highway expenditures.
An eight mile per hour twister struck Maxwellborn near Aniston Alabama injuring five people, demolishing a dwelling and blowing down wires. None of the injured are in serious condition.
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