31 Mar 1891
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Newspaper
Massillon Independent
Location
Massillon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1891
Page
1
Many items recalled from town life. People visit relatives in Alliance and Canton, attend meetings at the Y M D C hall, and travel to Cleveland. The grip epidemic hits local firms. 300 to 400 cases reported. Public events include Democratic meeting, club dances postponed, and church activities with upcoming entertainments for the Humane Society.
An Independent report recounts a white clad figure chasing men and firing a revolver on Kracker Street. Peter Replinger fled a Friday encounter while John Miller reported shots and a hat knocked off. Residents plan to trap the so called ghost, claiming the story comes from a local witness.
Canton reports Sheriff Krider took William Runding to Toledo to testify in a murder case. Rundling was arrested in Massillon for pocket picking. Nelson A Hunt’s injury from a fall at Champion stone ware works is minor a sprained leg. Street railway sale negotiations to a Toledo syndicate are on tap but not decided. The road reportedly earned about 6000 in ten months after interest and expenses.
Mrs Joseph Coleman dies after eight weeks illness from influenza with lung congestion. Born Mary A. Bender in 1829, she died aged 62 in the city she served with grace. The article also outlines a streetcar franchise plan modeled on Zanesville terms with detailed infrastructure and safety provisions.
The Massillon board of trade holds its regular monthly meeting in the mayor's court room on Thursday evening April 2 at 7 30. Attendance of members is requested. Also notes: Teachers to call for pay tomorrow afternoon. Sugar to be sold at 5 cents per pound starting April 1 at W A Pietzcker's grocery. A Republican meet is planned for Wednesday evening.
Recruits sought for Company F of the Eighth Regiment Ohio National Guard for three years. Must be sound in body and morals. Benefits include proper uniform, attire, and arms, with regular meetings unpaid. Camp life weekly annually under state pay. encampment at Chicago during the world’s fair. Applications by Wednesday April 1 to Captain Zimmerman. Also notes on masquerade goods and an exhibition with Haviland china and a retirement announcement by Edwin Booth.
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