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Massillon Independent

Location

Massillon, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1900

Page

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Divorce Trial and Big Rail Tax Totals in Stark County

Stark county faces a large rail tax bill totaling 2 719 008 with the Pennsylvania company paying the lion’s share. A divorce case Lacy Umbenhower vs Willard Umbenhower was heard before Judge Ambler amid accusations of neglect and violence, with a farm valued at 25 000 to be managed by a trustee for equal division.

Stark County Pennsylvania Company Alliance & Northern Cleveland Akron & Columbus Cleveland, Lorain & Wheeling Pittsburg Cleveland Terminal & Valle Massillon & Cleveland River & Lake Erie Fort Wayne Chicago Wheeling & Lake Erie Ono Canton Massillon Alliance Lacy Umbenhower Willard Umbenhower Ambler Umbenhower Wml Sandy Sugarcreek Lexington Tuscarawas Washington Beach City C. Canal Fulton Loutisville Limaville Miner Magnolia Navarre Osnabury Waynesba Wilmot Lotat George Sprankle Buffalo Charles Bowers Nickerson Eckroste Girt Lacy L. Umbenhower William Umbenhower J. W. McCaughey Baldwin & Young Albert Kobler Sugarcreek Township Sale Lot W.T. DiRoss Perry Township Guardian

Fire Marshals Clues Tied to Carroll County Incendiaries

In Castor, Deputy Fire Marshal W. Hart of Akron reports progress on fires in Carroll County, linking two W. & L. E. incidents at Canton and Carrollton to arson. He vows to report clues to the state board. Also covered: a verdict against Nock in the St. Peter's Aid Society case for 400, with bondsmen liable for 250, and several real estate and estate actions in Massillon and Sugarcreek Township.

Castor Hart Akron Carroll County Canton Carrollton State Board St. Peter's Aid Society Nock C. T. Myers David Kerstetter L. C. Spidie Massillon Jacob Weible Edward H. Weible Third Ward Albert Kohler Ed. S. Lawrence Sugarcreek Township Albert Reingsegger Albert Ruegsegger F. M. Frederick Charles FE Spidle Fred Serquit Elizabeth Craig Elizabeth John Fisher Lawrence Township Saxton Barber Heirs Kenny Brothers

Wedding of Canton official called off by bride

The Canton News-Democrat reports Commissioner J. J. Sumner and Miss Inez Zaiser canceled their New Year’s wedding. Miss Zaiser confirmed the rumor, saying there would be no wedding, and Sumner declined to comment. Reports say gifts from Sumner were returned.

Canton News-Democrat J. J. Sumer Inez Zaiser Miss Aaiser Amrader

Patriotic flag dedication marks St Mary's church event

Branch No. 4 C MB AL received a flag as a reward for aiding the St Marys church fair. The flag was dedicated Thursday evening in Sibila's hall with Fred Br. Forster presiding. Ministers Vo Kaempher Kuebler and H Boeskin spoke. Progressive euchre followed. prizes went to Mrs. Conant and Miss Panyard. Banquet ended the program as about 100 people attended.

C. MB. AL St. Mary's Church Sibila’s Fred BR. Forster I. Vo Kaempher J. F. Kuebler H. Boeskin St. Barbara’s Church West Trookfield Joseph Conant Panyard Order

SHANESVILLE BANK ROBBED AND SAFE BROKEN OPEN

Burglars robbed the Life and Cure bank in Bavnusville at 8 oclock Thursday morning, blowing open the safe and securing about $7,500. John Rhoades exchanged shots with the thieves and aided by the constable, but the robbers escaped on a hand car north on the W and L E railway.

Bavnusville Dee Svehnk Exchange Bank Oelock John Rhoades Bak Rhoades Seville

Life and battles mark the career of Councilman Jacoby

An extended profile of J A Jacoby, first ward councilman in Massillon, tracing his varied life from nurse to lawman and public servant. The piece recounts his birth in 1830, moves across California and Nevada, Civil War era service, and long tenure in public life, culminating in his current role and the sense of security it gives his constituents.

First Ward Light Fire Department John Alexander Jacoby Justice of the Peace Aid Jacoby Magsillon Castle Gardens Romatique Chamberstore Pal Javoly Massillon San Francisco Government Secret Service Duvoby Massion Mary £. Bechtel Wo IR Harrison & Company

Banner Salve touted as best skin healing remedy

Rider and Snyder promote Banner Salve as the best salve for piles burns scal s ulcers running sores and all skin diseases. The product is described as based on a prescription from a renowned skin specialist and widely effective.

Rider & Snyder Foley Swavs Sunay Purposeo DeWitts Kew Af Ee Chas W. Cupples W. Montstreet E. M. Street

Boy Rescued From Thin Canal Ice Near Bridge

Walter Hug aged 9, son of Mrs Anna Hug of 586 North Mill Street, fell onto thin ice near Short East Street bridge while attempting to cross to school. Hiram Ackerman, in the area, rescued him with a ladder thrown to him from the bank. The incident occurred Friday morning.

Walter Hug Anna Hug North Mill Street East Street Hiram Ackerman

Roof fall at Russell & Co works injures Strobel

William Strobel 20 fell about 30 feet from a foundry roof onto brick debris while cleaning the roof. He fractured both wrists and injured his head. doctors fear for his recovery. He was aided after landing with arms raised to shield his head. Michael Goodman 28 fell from his roof at home while repairing a chimney and suffered a severe shoulder and right-side paralysis.

Michael Goodman Wilmot William Strobel Russell & Co Strebel Charles Evans Evans Pimphrey Strobel William J. Strobel Duncan Street Goodman Fasta Wrivor

Massillon camp votes on emergency fund and officers

Modern Woodmen of America local Massillon camp votes 241004 in favor of establishing a reserve fund. Officers elected include JTW Bisass venerable, Dr Horn worthy, G B Egeert clerk, G G Miller banker, Lawrence Baldwin escort, Otto Brown wheelman, U A Steiner sentry, Charles Fetrow member of board. Delegates chosen for the Canton convention with several alternates.

Massillon Woodmen of America Westion United States Jtw. Bisass Vonsal Dr. Horn Dviss G. B. Egeert G.G. Miller Lawrence Baldwin Otto Brown U A. Steiner Charles Fetroaw Board of Managers Canton Miller W. Elsass PL Maier Samuel Merket Charles Fetrow Alvin Ihib J. Worn

Annual Meeting Held by Subdistrict Miners Union

Reported call for the regular annual convention of sub-district No 6 district No 6 A M W of AL to meet December 18 at the Trades and Labor Assembly hall Massiflou. Local unions urged to send fully instructed delegates amid emphasis on solidarity and discipline under Rosert Lee president.

A. M Acermuly Rosert Lee

Three Jail Suspects From Bank Gang Turmoil in Ohio

Six desperadoes raided Holloway School House then rode a train toward Bridgeport. One robber was captured in the ladies coach. another in the smoker. Officers pursued four fleeing men, two revolvers and loot recovered, three suspects still at large. Local authorities and neighboring towns spread the alert.

Bripcerort Associated Press Holloway Cleveland, Lorain & Wheeling Craig Flushing Marshal Dowds Adam Meister Bridgeport Wheeling Creek Meister Marshal Bonds Walter McCungnatyzhy McConnaughy People’s Bank Wheeling Sherif Medina County Marshal Weaver Seville Shanessie

Four Companies Missing From Clemont Force In War

Kitchener reports to the war office that seventeen officers said live hundred men are missing from General Clements force. The four companies of the Northumberland Light Infantry passed officers and were probably captured by the Boers. Clemont’s casualty list December 18 shows none killed and minor wounded.

Lonpox Associated Press Kitchener War Dred Fiftsteen Clements Clemunt

Duke of Manchester Sued for Cigars and Wages

A court action was entered against the Duke of Manchester for unpaid wages and cigars supplied by a city merchant. The claim was not contested. The duke recently married Miss Helen Zimmerman of Cincinnati. A wheelman’s tool bag is advertised with Dr Thomas’ Electric Oil for pain relief.

Dee Associated Press Duke of Manchester Witte and Cigsars Eity Merchant Helen Zimmerman Cincinnati Dr. Thomas Monarch

Bryan to Establish Weekly Paper in Lincoln

William J. Bryan announces plans to start a weekly newspaper named Commoner in Lincoln Nebraska devoted to Kansas City platform principles. He will lecture to college students as part of the initiative.

Lincoln, Neb Associated Press William J. Bryan Commoner Kansas City Platform

Big Coal Deal Nets Erie Railway Major Mines

Dec 15 report says J P Morgan & Co have bought the Pennsylvania Coal Company for the Erie Railway and Coxe Brothers anthracite interests may also be acquired, removing strong independent competitors from the coal field.

Pinlapelphea Associated DP J. P. , Morgan & Co Pennsylvania Coal Company Erie Railway Coxe Brothers

SAIS SHE IS SANE Fails to Show Mental Trouble at Canton Hospital

Superintendent Eyman discharged Mrs. Anker, 30, of Canton after a week in the state hospital. She was deemed insane by Probate Judge Aungst following an examination by a Canton physician, but no mental incapacity was observed during custody. The piece discusses farm life links to insanity and notes Christmas plans for inmates at the hospital.

Eyman State Hospital Anker Canton Aungst Baiag Eyring Santa Clus Christ

Voice Restored by Foley Honey and Tar

Hearsencas Benj Tagerson of Hutton Ind has been mute for months until Foley's Honey and Tar restored his voice after a single bottle. Rider & Snyder advertise the remedy as popular with speakers and singers.

Benj. Tagerson Hutton Ind Foley Rider & Snyder

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County Seat News Wisemar Pieads Erobate Court Anna M. Horst North Lawrence F. Edward Gleitsman Philipena Baer Emmet Hollinger Byron EB. Levers Christena Koreil West Brookfield Summer Miss Zaiser Shanesville Bank Jim” Jacoby Spade J. A. Jacoby Mr. Jacoby William Strobel, Jr Favor Emergency Fund Massllon Camp Dean Huchaanan Mich Genessee Pure Food Co le Roy Tam Fawn Williams Rolla War Office Bryan The Sais Dr. Eyman Mrs. Anker Leo Langanki St. Louis Towsley Hvery Dr. Wood
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