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Newspaper
Massillon Independent
Location
Massillon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1900
Page
1
A parish committee at St. Clement's Navarre seeks to dismiss Rector Rev. M Baker within ten days, citing a 309 member meeting. Baker refuses to resign while disputes over his removal continue amid church and parish tensions.
BUILD IN SOUTH HENRY WEST SIDE METHODIST CONGREGATION VOTES TO START ERECTION IN SPRING AND LET BUILDING CONTRACT TO LOWEST BIDDER. COST ESTIMATED BETWEEN 91200 AND 1500, MALCOLM BIDDLE ELECTED TRUSTEE TO SUCCEED N H WILLAMAN WHO RESIGNED.
Navarre March 9 The Rev Michael Baker rector of St Clement's church vows to stay and defend church and rectory property, claiming ownership by Rt Rev Bishop Hortsmann and noting the congregation lacks authority to close them. A committee led by August Sturms threatens to lock the church if Baker refuses to resign or surrender accounts. Reports cite charges of poor attendance, hostility to public schools, and alleged misconduct toward parishioners and the law.
The House approved bills from Stark representatives Pollock and Snyder. Pollock requires monthly financial statements from the Stark county workhouse trustees and monthly bill payments. Snyder sets caps on road supervisor extra pay based on district labor counts, ranging from 35 to 100 dollars.
The U S department of agriculture reports Ohio wheat plants damaged by recurring thaw freezing cycles and insufficient snow cover. Extreme cold late January and February hurt fields, while drifted snow reduced protection on southwest and western slopes. Many fields will be plowed up or rotated to oats or corn. few expect more than half the usual crop.
Canton court panel Adams Douglass and Vorhees affirmed lower court rulings in four circuit cases, including suits against Pennsylvania Railway Co and city of Alliance. Injunctions against rail wracks and an overhead bridge were made perpetual, closing the term. County officials probe Hartford Poor Fund with depleted balance and planned public hearings. Infirmary findings flag inadequate facilities and dirty, crowded premises. improvements urged.
Georgetown Ky financier C H Williams meets with local capitalists to develop an enormous coal field said to cover 55 000 acres in West Virginia. Vein thickness ranges from four and a half to eighteen feet. A Masyillon company may be formed to mine the coal. A medical testimonial cites Kodol Dyspepsia Cure aiding long standing indigestion.
Daniel Beals pursued burglars across districts until regaining possession of his stolen stallion. He followed the thieves from place to place and compelled their release of the horse to escape. He returned to his farm west of here. the thieves avoided cities and had a half hour start.
News of a nationwide wage rise reaches Massillon where Amalgamated Association members gain higher pay from March 1. Puddler rates rise to 6.00 per ton, finishing department up about 4 percent, and overall raises total roughly 13 percent since July 1 with boilers nearing a 50 percent gain. About 20 000 workers nationwide are affected, easing anxious times after recent downturns.
Obituaries report David J. Homard of Mount Eaton aged 72 who died after a melancholy fit near Wust Lebanon, with funeral at the Reformed church and burial in the German and French cemetery. Jacob Young of No 38 Weber Street, a 64 year old stonemason born in Germany, died after a long illness with Bright's disease. funeral from residence with Rev. Digel officiating.
A London dispatch reports signs the South African War nears conclusion with government reaffirming no peace terms that would allow Boer independence. Reports note Boer strength shrinking, reinforcements pausing, and possible leadership changes as President Kruger and generals face pressure amid calls for peace.
Frankfort March 10. Secretary of State Caleb Powers and Police Captain Davis, alleged murder accessories, remain uncaptured inside the executive building guarded by soldiers who bar entry. Governor Taylor orders state guards to the capital, deputies sworn in, and a possible clash with troops looms as rumors place Taylor and officials en route to London.
General Wheeler dated November 28 tendered his resignation, which the President did not accept, ordering him to report to the War Department to retain mileage and pay until acceptance. He cites insurgent forces and government as practically broken up. Ambassador Pauncefote and Secretary Hay hold a conference on the Nicaragua canal treaty, unhappy with the Senate amendment yet sensing no alternative for confirmation.
Six more bodies were recovered bringing the total to thirty seven with fourteen still trapped. Rescue efforts continue day and night while a relief fund grows. An inquest is planned for Tuesday. Three of the rescued colored men are reported doing well.
Locrsvillle March 10 Judge Fields of the circuit court declares he has no jurisdiction to decide the governor election contest cases He holds the constitution vests the power to resolve such contests in the legislature confirming a separation of authority between branches.
Massillon will gain a motor vehicle plant by Russell Engine Company with plans completed for three buildings including a main 506 foot structure. C O Heggem, Cornell graduate, will head engineering for a noiseless steam or compressed air powered vehicle. Alfred Heggem to join as engineer. Massillon Bridge Company won two plate girder bridges from C L W Railway on its southern division as steel bridge substitution progresses despite high costs.
Massillon readers are urged to trust Doan's Kidney Pills for kidney trouble. Mrs Thomas Leahy testifies she aged 72 suffered lagrippe, backache and hip pain until using the pills. She praises quick relief and recommends the product, noting Foster Milburn Co. in Buffalo sells them nationwide.
Wm Orr of Newark says the medicine kept his family safe during pneumonia and saved his child's life. The ad claims it cures coughs and all long diseases, is pleasant and harmless, with a quick effect.
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