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Newspaper

Massillon Independent

Location

Massillon, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1906

Page

4

Hope for a bright future in the Philippines noted

Public schools opened across the islands with about half a million in attendance. Governor Ide dedicated a new high school at Lucena in Tayabas province and urged citizens to educate their children as the key to future duties. Dr. J C McLaughlin advised simple remedies for liquor, stressing good food and cooking education to reduce drinking.

Philippines Islands Ide Lucena Tayabas J. C. McLaughlin Catholic Total Abstinence Society Chicago Dr. McLaughlin

The Whistling Nuisance Suppressed by Rail Commission

A decades old Boston nuisance from locomotive whistles resurfaces in Mass towns like Deschester Quincy Loominater and Hingham. The Massachusetts railroad commission granted a petition to halt whistling, with Railroade commenting that bells suffice for warning. Yard enginemen must heed authoritative limits and notifying the company if excessive whistling occurs.

Boston Massillon Deschester Quincy Loominater Hingham Mass Massachusetts State Railroad Commissioners New York New Haven Railroa Gte Careleas

Senate Should Vet Isomigration Bill After House Action

The Senate should carefully review the isomigration bill returned with House amendments. The House removed a proposed educational test and a five dollar poll tax, leaving the existing two dollar head tax. The increased head tax would curb perceived abuses by steamship companies and agents linked to importing cheap labor.

House Senate

Immigration debate on Russian Jews reaches amendment clash

In New York Littauer and Goldfogle pressed an amendment to grant asylum to persecuted Russian Jews who prove self support. critics call the measure unwise, fearing influx of poor immigrants. They argue America should aid the persecuted but not loosen entry standards. The Senate faces the decision on broader open doors.

Littauer Goldfogle New York Senate America

Ice Dealers to Serve Time in Jail Despite Court Plan

Toledo June 27 The ice dealers still occupy jail quarters though reports say they will not. Each man will serve time possibly up to a month with fines apportioned by the court based on standing. They have held meetings with defense attorneys as delays in taking them to work detail persist. President O Neill accuses Hygeia workers of trying to spark a strike through the Sebulets incident.

Toledo O'Neill Teama'ers Schuller Company Hygeia

Man Found Lying Under Tree Leads to Jail Admission

Residents in Bridgeport report a man lying under a tree appearing paralyzed. Chief Ertle removed Hiram Haring of McDonaldsville to the city jail on Wednesday afternoon. A physician declined the paralysis diagnosis, suggesting heavy drinking. Haring was brought on a stretcher and will be watched while relatives are sought.

Bridgeport Ertle Hiram Haring McDonaldsville Haring

Memorial Services For Deceased Pythians In Massillon Cemeteries

The Pythian order from Massillon and nearby lodges held Sunday memorials at Massillon cemetery for many departed members. Prayers, songs, and addresses reflected on friendship charity and benevolence. Ivy sprigs were laid on Manias Harrold’s grave as ritual and eulogies concluded the ceremonies.

Massillon Enterprise Company Uniformed Bank Perry and Stark Rathbone Sisters Pythian Castle Enerprise Company Perry and Stark Lodges Manias Harrold Buckeye Quartette Thomas Kay W. W. Wagar Mr. Wagar Damon Pythias Order Maesillon Charles Wentzel John Leu J. B. Wendling Louia Steilke J. B. Thompson Isaac Ulman H. J. Rearick W. C. Karl Henry Huber A. V. Preyer John Coleman William Thomas McGuire West Brookfield Thomas Myera A. H. Jones Canton Buttermore George Lichtenwalter Akron Jacob Whiler Clevelard Louis Schimke Pittsburg Daniel Rodgers Valley Junction C. W Friend Youngstown Hill James. Hall Dalton A. H. Owens

Omnibus bill passed aiding Ohio cities listed

Washington June 26 The omnibus public building bill passed the house after one hour of reading and debate. Ohio beneficiaries include Warren 30000 Columbus 400000 Toledo 510000 Springfield 39000 Hamilton 100000 Youngstown 100000 Lancaster 75000 Greenville 35000 Marietta 100000 Marion 75000 Newark 290000 Ashtabula 15000 Delaware 10600.

Washington Associated Press House Ohio Warren Columbus Toledo Springfield Hamilton Youngstown Lancaster Greenville Marietta Marion Newack Ashtabula Delaware

Peace in Cebu as last Pulajane Leader Surrenders

Manila reports on June 26 that the final Pulajane insurgent on Cebu has surrendered to the constabulary ending the island’s insurgency. The surrender marks the conclusion of a long fear in the region. The Associated Press provides the dispatch.

Manila Associated Josy Cebu Constabulary

Canton recital delights audience with Revered Graft

The Canton Repository reports Rev. E J Graft of Massillon, a pupil of Harold Hutchins, delivered most of a second recital though strained by tonsillitis. The crowd responded with generous applause as the program featured Metcalfe Absent Rogers They That Saw in Tears Huss reading Loch Lomond The Hypochondriac The Raven Hybrias the Cretan Schumann Henry and Richard in the Tower The Two Grenadiers.

Canton E. J. Graft Massillon Harold Hutching Hutchins Klein & Heiffelman’s Craft Metcalfe

Amphion Choral Society Prepares for Eisteddfod Contest

Under William Simpson Amphion Choral Society readies for Sark county eisteddfod at Canton on July 4. Ten-day rehearsal plan includes mixed choruses from Massillon area and neighboring cities. Massillon First M E church choir also enters congregational competition.

William Simpsson Amphion Choral Society Sark Martins Ferry Pittsburg Braddock Utica N. Y Cleveland Akron Canton Alliance Massillon Homestead Bridgeport Anthony Howells Massilion Eisteddfod Company

Iron sulphate shown as remedy for Canadian thistle pests

Kenosha Wisconsin June 25 extensive Wisconsin University experiments under agricultural department supervision show sprinkling sulphate of iron on growing crops can curb Canadian thistle and wild mustard. Land values could rise by about twenty five dollars per acre without thistle. A German spraying machine lowers per acre cost to fifty cents. Moore of the university claims iron sulphate is the most effective remedy tested so far and further trials are planned. Summer tourist B and O low fares consult agents MG Carrel CLove tal Ohio

Kenosha, Wis Agricultural Department University of Wisconsin Germany Moore University Wisconsin

Miners and Operators Clash Over 1903 Wage Scale at Massillon Conference

The Massillon district braces for a pivotal joint conference on July 6 as miners demand the 1903 wage scale based on a national convention resolution. Operators contend they cannot pay the 1908 straight scale, fearing concessions would trigger the 1903 rate, while both sides anticipate partial progress before broader southeastern Ohio talks influence the Massillon outcome.

Massillon Peter Gorman Miners’ Union National Miners’ Convention Gorman Ohio

Ohio National Guard summer maneuvers planned in Tuscarawas County

Assistant Quartermaster General Edward T. Miller travels to Tuscarawas County to arrange camps and facilities for Ohio National Guard summer maneuvers. He plans sidings at Strasburg and Bolivar, tents and camp gear shipped, 450 horses, 50 teams, 72,000 pounds oats, 70,000 pounds hay, 70 tons straw, 90 corals of wool, and daily removal of 200 barrels of garbage per camp. Water for 3,000 men per camp, 150 passenger cars, four special trains, and rations overseen by Colonel F. M. Reitael. Governor Harris to sign requisition for $1,500,000 ships and gear including the ships asex and Hawk.

Columbus Edward T. Miller Tuscarawas County Ohio National Guard Strasburg Bolivar State Arena F. M. Reitael Warren Miller Harris Pattison Ceral National Guard Asex Hawk

Miss Inman to Teach Drawing in Massillon

Miss Annie Inman renowned to Massillon will open drawing and painting classes at her home studio at 872 East Main Street. Pupils will be received on Tuesday, July 3.

Annie Inman Massillon East Main Street

Guaranteed Cure for Piles Patent Claim Ad

An advertisement promises a "guaranteed cure for piles" with itching bleeding and protracted cases. It states druggists will refund money if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure in six to ten days and lists a price of 60e.

Graybill and Hodgson Wed Quietly in West Brookfield

Miss Carrie F. Graybill of East Greenville and Mr John T Hodgson of North Lawrence were married Sunday evening at the M E parsonage in West Brookfield by Rev William J Williams. The bride’s sister Geneva Graybill and the groom’s brother Henry Hodgson attended. They will reside at North Lawrence.

Carrie F. Graybill Eaat Greenville John T. Hodgson North Lawrence M. E. Parsonage West Brookfield William J. Williams Geneva Graybill Henry Hodgson

Tragic Canton murder suicide at Home brewery site

John Bailes, a Home brewery worker, shot Mrs. Amanda White in Canton at 7:20 AM after she rejected his advances, then killed himself four hours later. Mrs. White survived, Bailes died at City Hospital. Bailes, electrician by trade, had been boarding at Mrs. White's mother's home and earlier was told to leave after pursuing the married woman. Funeral arrangements set for Navarre with services from the Frey residence in Canton.

Canton John Bailes Amanda White City Bailes White Home Brewing Company Plan Navarre Samuel Lefile Malion Street Edith Frey Housel Street Jesse Bailes Crystal Spring Choe Frey

Independent Mine Workers of West Virginia organized

A movement in Charleston is organizing the Independent Mine Workers of West Virginia to establish a wage scale and benefits in the Panhandle counties of Ohio, Marshall, Brooke, and Hancock. The association has secured a charter.

Charleston W. Va West Virginia Ohio Marshall Brooke Hancock Panhandle

Train fatally strikes Burke family near Bellefontaine

John Burke his wife and their baby were traveling by wagon from Indiana to Bucyrus when an Ohio Central train struck them west of Bellefontaine Ohio. All three occupants died from their injuries in the crash report filed today by the Associated Press.

Bellefontaine O Associated Press John Burke Indiana Bucyrur Ohio Central Here

People's Party leaders meet in St. Louis

The People's party conference opened in St. Louis with national chairman James Farriss presiding. Organizers and delegates gathered for a day of talks and planning.

St. Louis Associated Press People's Party James Farriss

Miss Kilway Weds Mr Kerrigan in St Josephs Ceremony

Miss Alice Mary Kilway and Mr. Thomas Henry Kerrigan married at St Joseph’s church in Duncan street with high nuptial mass and a breakfast at the bride’s home. They left Wednesday for a two week trip up the lakes visiting Niagara Falls and Buffalo then plan housekeeping in Massillon. The groom is head clerk at Maier Shaindangle & Co.

Alice Mary Kilway Thomas Henry Kerrigan St. Joseph’s Church Duncan Street Hugh Kilway Lawrence J. Kerrigan Misa Eva Kilway Miss May Kerrigan William Kerrigan Hugh Powers Herman Dalsky James Kilway Sylvester Kerrigan Lida McBride Roun May Kerrigan Francis B. Doherty Kerrigan Lakes Niagara Falls Buffalo New York

Harvard and Yale Queued Graduation Totals

Harvard began its commencement with nine hundred seventeen graduates while Yale conferred degrees on seven hundred eighteen students in a day marked by formal exercises and campus pageantry.

Harvard Yale Cambridge Associated Press New Haven

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THE Wayfarer V. W. Wacar Sillon Cemetery Ohio Cities E. J. Craft M. E Fied O. N. G. Camp Bolivar and Strasburg Miss Inman Miss Kilway Mrs Mrs. Kerrigan Ayer Brook Wayland, Mich Taghendra J.C. Agar Co Lowell Man Rico Pruggists E. Main
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