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Newspaper
Massillon Independent
Location
Massillon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1906
Page
4
A Canal Fulton Signal tribute defends local newspapers as distinct from personal fiefdoms or profit machines. It lauds the paper for upholding public spirit and denounces dumping the community’s faults, wishing the publication long life and peaceful work.
Washington reports immigration inspector James R Dunn uncovered a large scale smuggling of Syrians with trachoma from Mexico into the United States. About fifty afflicted individuals sought passage at Naples Italy but were refused, sent to Mexico, later crossed the Rio Grande near Laredo Texas, with smugglers paid twelve dollars each. Officials aim to locate and deport those smuggled and urge Mexico to adopt stricter immigration rules.
Sheriff Merritt mobilizes deputies across northern Westchester to curb Black Hand robberies and killings of foreigners who refuse extortion payments. Secret service and trackmailers tied to the society are under investigation after Paquale Serpa was murdered in Mount Kisco. Contractors report letters threatening workers on state road projects, forcing many laborers to quit.
Washington reports the 1916 export table showing raw cotton and provisions leading, iron and steel manufactures rising to third, refined mineral oil dropping to fifth, copper manufactures surging from eleventh to fourth, and wheat dropping to thirteenth as agricultural implements and oats gain share.
At the Wheeling State Fair from September 10 to 14 an expanded program features free attractions alongside livestock and machinery displays. The highlights include Knabenshue air ship with the inventor piloting a dramatic aerial demonstration over the grounds and city, promising a banner year.
Massillon post office letters unclaimed as of August 20 1906 include several ladies and gentlemen named Fage Gane Garigues Hall Hardy H mailey Keefer Miers Rice Duals LN Albert Salvatore Bester Fred L Trawsan Chas T Garton Ben tramer Haney Tarrell D Tylbord Harry Weinholt Wm G White Foremr Lojosnat Tess Romano Del fa Antonio Callers are urged to state advertised when inquiring. Also includes PILEE cure ad and travel fares to New York City and return with B C Vickets on sale August 28 29 1906 rates Massillon 1465 cents with stopovers noted.
Peter Sharles, Grand Army veteran, observes Ohio National Guard maneuvers at Strasburg and Bolivar. He notes lighter powder, faster fire, and altered commands. recalls infantry drill, terrain, and a captured but released colonel after sharing a drink. Eli Smith of Akron also attended and agreed the spectacle differed greatly from 1860s warfare.
Washington reports United States Geological Survey parties in Ohio to continue cooperative topographic work. Ohio legislature allocates 25000 dollars for state surveys, matched by federal funds, with Prof. Sherman supervising state interests. Surveys will extend across multiple counties including Mahoning Columbiana Stark and others.
Commissioners vote to rebuild Tuscarawas River bridge on Tremont Street Massillon and award multiple contracts to the Toledo Massillon Bridge Company for steel spans concrete floors and repairs on Sibila Bodine and Blackstone bridges along with adjustments and repainting of the Blackstone structure in Sugar Creek township
President Palma said Cuba faces unpreparedness but there is no cause for alarm. He noted small rebel activity in Santa Clara and Mantazan and weaker bands in Pinar del Rio. Insurgents captured San Luis with casualties and fifty rurales taken, while loyalty grows as Havana enlists.
About one hundred survivors gathered for the Thirty seventh annual reunion and forty fourth anniversary of the regiments formation. The event featured an address of welcome by Mayor Charles L. Frantz, notes on the regiment’s service, and plans for next year’s gathering.
The Massillon Knights of Columbus and families gathered at Meyers Lake for an annual picnic. Hundreds attended. heat forced postponement of sports. Dinner and supper in the grove followed by dancing at the pavilion. Local members held the outing separately from Canton. Frank J. Cheney swore firm will pay $100 for each uncurable case of catarrh with Hall's Catarrh Cure.
Advertises De Luxe B&O C L W Div Trains 16 17 in wide vestibuled coaches with no extra charge. Promotes summer trips from Milwaukee via Wisconsin Central to Waukesha Waupaca Fifield St Paul Minneapolis Ashland Superior Duluth and other resorts. Includes free application to Jas C Pond for details and prices.
A local newspaper ad touts Dr. Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a cure for kidney, liver, and bladder ailments. It claims kidney disease causes many sudden deaths and offers free samples and a booklet by mail from Kilmer & Co of Binghamton New York.
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