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Newspaper

Massillon Independent

Location

Massillon, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 10, 1891

Page

1

Weather and society notes from Dalton Ohio region

Personal notes report snow in Ohio and forecasts by Taz WratHer. Locals visiting, returning, or traveling include Mies Mary Fiod, Mrs W S Brown, Rev A R Marshall, Peter Eckert, A H Wenger, Miss Hattie Lewis, Harriet Russell, Willie Conrad, and others. Railway freight, a dividend on Wheeling & Lake Erie stock, and canal ice breaking are mentioned along with social events, meetings, and birthdays in Dalton and nearby towns.

Peter Eckert Dalton City A. H. Wenger South Street Burton City Hattie Lewis Millford N.ew Harriet Russell

Contributions Still Coming in for the Griswold Children

The Griswold fund for relief of the orphan Griswold children continues to grow. A communication on the matter is postponed until Monday. The Independent invites all unpaid donors to contribute and lists amounts received so far including cash donations and names of supporters like Austin Lynch, Miss F Landon, and A L Morganthaler, among others.

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What the Senator Says on Legislation and Reforms

Advance opinions from Senator Howells on the upcoming legislature session. He expects long debates over municipal government for large cities ballot reform possibly adopting Australian style systems and tax law revisions. He notes two thirds of members may draft bills while others propose statutes from public discussion.

Howells

Narrow escape from Exchange Street fire this morning

At about 9 o clock on Exchange Street a stove fire spread to an improper flue on the second floor. The blaze ignited barrels and burned the floor, but was discovered in time and extinguished with no damage reported.

Exchange Street

New Regiment Leader Forecasts Batters Bank Unit

A. J. Criss of Canton leading the 8th Regiment, A R K of Ohio, believes a Batters Bank regiment will form within a year with headquarters likely in Steubenville on the Eastern Ohio river front. The party plans to inspect the Division at Toronto this evening before returning at noon today.

A. J. Criss Canton A. R K Ohio

Hart Post installation at Hart Post No 134 G A R

The following officers were installed last evening at Hart Post No 134 G A R James Peacock Senior Post P C installing officer Frank Shallenberger P C Benton Smith V C William Morrow J V C J C Haring adjutant Henry Huber Q M E D Coxsee S J P Cady C C Cosier O D Charles D Millard O G John Ellis sergeant major Fred Hoge Q M 8

Hart Post

City Police Board Seeks Replacements as Terms Expire

The terms of police members end on the 21st. About twenty applicants seek the positions alongside the four current officers who have not indicated they will decline renewal, though no outward sign of contest has appeared for the plum posts.

The Mayor's Court Actions and City Disorder

J G Waybright was run in for a plain drink and paid 5.60 this morning. Frank Benedict was arrested yesterday on a warrant by Agent E P Edgar for stealing iron grate bars from the W L E depot. A hearing was set for 4 oclock this afternoon. Mike Bruch and Wm Vickers quarreled over a card game in Anton Claus saloon on Railroad street and were arraigned this afternoon with fines of 4.60 each. Bruch paid, Vickers offered his watch and chain as collateral.

J. G. Waybright Frank Benedict E. P. Edgar Mike Bruch Wm. Vickers Anton Claus Railroad Street Bruch Vickers

Sit Uations and Help Wanted Column Note

Help wanted column shows listings from local employers seeking workers. The brief guide outlines job types, requirements, and how to apply, with emphasis on rural and urban postings and typical wage ranges where provided.

Chaplain Vattmann Leaves for Pine Ridge Agency

The Rev. E. J. Vattmann departed Cana Fvaron for Cleveland and will report for duty at the Pine Ridge agency at once. He had not expected to leave until May to join the army chaplaincy, and his Canal Fulton successor had not yet been appointed.

Vattmann Independent Cana E. J. Vattmann Cleveland Pine Ridge Canal Fulton

Indians Still Flowing In, Say Miles Dispatch

Washington January 10 General Miles reports that General Scho Field has received a dispatch stating the Indians are still coming in.

The Independent Washington Schofield Miles

Traveling impostor swindles local company agent

A man posing as a Pittsburg Dispatch traveling agent collected 34 dollars from the Independent Company and vanished. The Dispatch alerted authorities and sent staff to investigate, confirming the man named Barnett was discharged a month ago and has been operating independently. The Dispatch will cover the loss and seek Barnett's arrest if located.

Pittsburg Dispatch Dispatch Barnett

Great Showing For Pennsylvania Company in 1490

Agent John A Shoemaker reports the year 1490 shows unprecedented business growth for the Pennsylvania Company. The line notes record receipts with annual increases from 1887 to 1889 and overall gains including freight and passenger receipts. Since January 1 freight traffic declined slightly while the other branch remained strong.

John A. Shoemaker Pennsylvania Company

Jackson Township Fire Destroys Frame Residence

The frame residence of Louis Scharfmoi in Jackson township was totally destroyed by fire from a defective flue last night. All contents save carpets were saved. The building damage is about $600. Insured in the Ohio Farmers'.

Jackson Township Louis Scharmois Ohio

Ellery's Notion Store Reveals New Fashion Stock

The Ellery shop announces a fresh stock of perfumes laces veiling rocking ribbons lace handkerchiefs and a full assortment of sheet somate fant.

Ellery

Latest designs in ladies small sized gold watches at Von Kanel

At C. F. Von Kanel's the latest designs in ladies small sized gold watches are showcased. New models emphasize refined elegance and compact cases with delicate dials. Customers are invited to view selections and compare features, prices, and finishes.

C. F. von Kanel's

Sure results follow by having your wants made known

A terse note stresses that results come after clearly stating wants. The message implies well defined requests speed up the outcome. It frames a general principle for efficient communication and problem solving.

Brennaman Works At Sonnhalter Brothers Grocery

Martin Brennaman is employed at Sonnhalter Brothers' grocery in a local staffing note. The report highlights his role within the family owned grocery business and its community presence.

Martin Brennaman Sonnhalter Brothers’ Grocery, Co

Al Bright & Co Promotes Solid Tub Oysters at 35c Quart

Oyster sale notice states solid tub oysters priced at 35 cents per quart at Al Bright & Co. The terse ad underscores a value offer for readers seeking shellfish locally.

Albright & Co

Local Sugar and Watch Deals at Fred W. Albrecht’s and Von Kanel’s

Advertises soft white sugar at 7c per pound from Fred W. Albrecht's. Watches priced from $4.50 to $6.00 at Von Kanel's. Ware.

Fred W. Albrecht’s Bove von Kanel’s. Ware

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Humberger Warwick First National Bank Massillon Hunt EO. Harsh C. Steele J. M. Schuckers Massillon Bee Hive Cash Store Trenty Frices Allman & Putman George Snyder the Manufacturer's Accident Company U.S J. P. Patterson Alliance Co. F. Barrett Prudential Insurance Company Warwick Block Cassaday & Co James Craven Henry Faubel Alex B. Love di Oby Love E. Underwood Steve Dealer Thos K. Cree Sec’y Y. M.C. A John Townsend J. H. Cronin Co. G. Johnson Anson 8 Springer Bros James W. Springer Springers Bros Charles Davenly Lindley Jones Nurseryman Dickerson Boiler Shop C.F. Barrett Gen’l Agt Prudential Ins. Co E. 8. Craig Z. T. Baltzly Morganthaler & Heister Russell & CO Massillon,ohio Matthew Bros Tremont &T DO. Me Whitiiman Clothier, Hatter & Furnisher Salmagundl Taz Wrather George Roseman Mies Mary Fiod Bolivar Kohl Perkins Albion, Mich W.S. Brown A. R. Marshall New Philadelphia Willie Conrad William Beresford Mr. Beresford Wellsville Steubenville Shute William Thornburgh Valley Railway Conrad Wheeling & Lake Erie Geo. W. Bowers Bowers E. M. Jones Griswold Fund E. A. Jones Peter Lacrom St Mary’s Catholic Church E. L. Kemp Howard MacQueary W. M. Suttle Ore Christian Snyder Albion Mich Chas. Snyder Ladies and Society of the M. E Church Ohio Senate Senator Howells Mamie Snyder New Brighton David Clark J. C. Haring Hart Post G. A. R W. G. Veazey Joseph Snyder Madison West Main Street Episcopal Uite Society G. L. Albrecht E. Upham Mary Arnold Kate Limbach Wooster Street Wlliam M. Newstetter Park Street Newsletter E. C. Merwin Fred Mame Merwin Portland Oregon Lizzie Landon Ben Bechtel Lizzie Albert Wetter Tuscarawas County Aericine Dieshein’s E. Main South Erie Hathaway’s Bretard & Schimee Willaman & Higero Erie Street Aro Beal Estat South Erie Street Richville Ave West Oak Street Stone Nelar George Street Goodhart Bros Ohio Canal West Tremont Street South Erie Stree Heat Jarvis Julia M. Jarvis East Main Street Jas. R. Dunn Wideman P. O. Box Hering Wm. A. Pietzcker Tun Kee Munich East Tremont Street Dees East Main Stree Snes Union National Bank Joseph Coleman J. H. Hunt Kaiser the Griswold Fund Dueber Works Court House Wattmann West Dieber Hampden Board of Trade Dueber Company Charles D. Rood Hampden Rood Magnolia North Industry Rebekah
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