Travel notes of Prof Wright on glacial history and Asia trip
The article discusses Prof Frederick Wright arriving in New York after exploring Asia and Europe. It covers his views on glacial history, suggesting North America was once ice covered, and mentions discoveries along the Nippur River and in Turkestan. He notes evidence of ancient floods and reviews how his travels support these theories.
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Frederick Wright
New
Ope
Wright
America
Asia
Europe
Ibera
Turkestan
Sia
S Baikal
Libera
Nippur
Trebizond
St. Gent
Damascus
Red
Israel
explora-Suez
Suez
Moving Back to Johnstown Officials Change Hands
In the Cambria area changes occur as former workers return to Johnstown and take positions in local rail and steel operations. Key figures include Harry M. Buchannan and John Frederic Lohlnundt filing probate after Henry 5 of Sheffield, with bonds set at 4000 dollars.
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S. Harry M. Buchenan i
Lly- 1
Buchanan Sud
Camarth
Ma. D. M
Buchanan
Sheridan
Ker
Heling
Johnstown
Cambridge + Probate Court
Iman
Henry 5
Sheffield
Frederic Lohlnundt
Fatal fall ends life of Swat Vogley in yard accident
George H. Vogley known as Swat died minutes after a crane yard accident Thursday evening. While Conductor O Brien prepared to switch a box car, Vogley toppled from the car and was crushed by wheels though he avoided the other tracks. He died at Dr Hart's office. Survived by a widow and three children. Funeral set for Sunday afternoon.
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George H. Vogley
Mr. Vogley
J. F. Burns
O' Brien
Norwalk
Voglay
Wogley
Burns
Lake Shore Insurance
Cascade Street
Vogley
Junior Exhibition Showcases Elyria High Juniors
The Elyria high junior class staged an evening show at the opera house proving their worth beyond talk. Thirty six members performed with green and yellow colors and stage plants, opening with a Gloria by the chorus and an invocation by Rev P H Metcalf.
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Elyria Tazh School
Opera House
P. H. Metcalf
Cummings
Board of Education
Bertha Adams
Esta Buckhold
Helen Wogley
Hazel Prindle
Zoe Arte
Bessie Stark
Ruby McClure
Maris Rows
Helen Metcalf
Bessie Rich
Julia Snow
Louise Clarke
Marie Rowe
Will Aldrich
Harry Whrich
Pilgrim’s Chorus
Mean Man John Hardy S Corsestheft Loots Shop
John Hardy an upholsterer of Fremont broke several ribs and closed his Birchard avenue shop. While confined at home his brother Elmer Hardy looted the shop taking six leather rocker s, one sofa, a heating stove, tools and more. He sold the lot at August Ellert’s second hand store on Croghan street for 39 and left town.
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John Hardy
Fremont
Birchard Avenue
Hardy
Elmer
Croghan Street
August Ellert
Court Martial Letter Row Over Governor Retention Request
Lt Scott Hinman of the Fifth Ohio National Guard faced a circular from Capt C P Born urging him to write Gov Nash to retain Col Zimmerman. The action would violate military code and the articles of war, risking court martial for the writer. The piece notes two McClure's Magazine April items on beaver life and a georgic on ploughing.
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Scott Hinman
Co. I
C. P. Born
Born
Nash
Zimmerman
Lieut
Hinman
Gov
Columbus
McClure’s
William Davenport Hulbert
A. Radclyffe Dugmore
Beaver
Mgazine
Martha McCulloch Williams
Saloon Wrecked as Streetcar Fails to Brake
A C E W streetcar on the Lorain line failed to brake on Saturday evening and crashed through a derailing switch, wrecked a saloon on Joram Street near Waverly Avenue, knocked down a tree, and damaged the show windows. Passengers escaped injury and the motorman barely avoided harm. Arthur Snell the milk boy broke his leg Friday night and is under care.
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Lorain Street
Tte
Joram Street
Waverly Avenue
Hilliard
Asloon
Little Arthur Snell
Milk Boy
Reefy
Local Fire Department Receives Fine Oak Case for Banner
Elyria citizens presented a silk banner to the Volunteer fire department last year. The Parson Lumber Co made the oak frame, Hubert Day supplied the glass for the door, and George Bright did the shellac and varnish. A receipted bill accompanied the case hung in the department’s meeting room at hose house No. 1.
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Elyria
Parson Lumber Company
Hubert Day
George Bright
Bee life cycle and nests described in Little Chronicle
The passage explains how bees and wasps survive winter. It details queen bees seeking sun, burrowing, and laying eggs in honey filled cells. Drones and workers emerge later, with miners lining nests and yellow jacket queens burrowing in spring. It notes predation by birds on unhatched young and nest protection behaviors.
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Little Chronicle
Tront
Elyria Boy Aids Capture of Aguinaldo in Luzon
Clyle Voglesong, a Coxswain, played an active role in the capture of rebel leader Aguinaldo in Luzon. Commander MacArthur commends navy cooperation through Commander Barry and the Vicksburg, with Funston praising the navy as the army thanks them for service. The Reporter readers enjoy Chyée’s wartime letters.
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Aguinaldo
Clyle Voglesong
Luzon
Funston
War Department
MacArthur
Barry
Vicksburg
the Reporter
Chyée
Moulders Return to Work as Elyria Foundry Reopens
A party of open union moulders walked through Elyria Monday morning to the South Lorain foundry. After a strike was declared off, pickets were out and rumors of trouble circulated, but company officers reported operations satisfactory and workers being employed without regard to politics religion or labor affiliations.
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Elyria
South Lorain
Aptain
Impressive Funeral for George H Vogley Services Dominate
George H. Vogley funeral Sunday drew a large crowd with about sixty Odd Fellows in charge and Rev J C B Stivers as chaplain. Forty Switchmen’s Union members joined the procession, the rites observed at the IOOF hall and Elyria cemetery vault, flowers symbolic of the orders.
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George H. Vogley
J. C. B. Stivers
Switchmen’s Union
Elyria
May Move to Lorain
Henry Wurst and family face a decision about relocating to Lorain where he has just taken charge of a dry goods store. Inquiries suggest he may stay in Elyria where he owns a home and maintains cordial social ties, keeping the move uncertain.
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Henry Wurst
Lowein
Electric railway proposals stir Cleveland to Mansfield link
A Cleveland report outlines the growing push for an electric line to connect Cleveland with Mansfield and Cincinnati. Promoters expect rapid through service, with potential extensions to other cities, while skeptics caution that the plan remains visionary despite recent progress.
Life saved by telephone saves Zeis child
The five year old daughter of James Zeis of Cromer Station five miles west of Tiffin was saved Monday night when a telephone connected the home to a Tiffin physician. After a large ammonia dose was given by mistake the doctor advised the antidote by telephone and the physician arrived in time to prevent tragedy.
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James Zeis
Cromer Station
Tiffin
Zeis
Elks Weigh Plans for Modern Elyria Club House
The Elks consider a three story modern club house in Elyria with a central location. A committee will thoroughly investigate. no location or detailed plans yet, but the facility would include lodge and club rooms banquet kitchen and other amenities to boost social and lodge life.
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Elks
Elyria
Notable Art: Widow Endows Memorial Window at Oberlin
The widow of General J D B Cox donates a memorial window to Christ Church in Oberlin. Designed by son Kenyon Cox, the piece features a knight in armor symbolizing courage and was executed in New York and shown there. An ice cream soda trust forms in Fremont, fixing summer prices at 10 cents per glass, with all local dealers signing.
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Oberlin
J. DB. Cox
Christ Episcopal Church
Kenyon Cox
New York
Fremont
Arbor Day Proclamation Sets April 26 as State Arbor Day
Governor Nash issues Arbor Day proclamation fixing April 26 for statewide observance and urging broad protection for state birds. School Commissioner Bonebrake to discuss Arbor Day activities with public school authorities. Elyria schools have yet to arrange observance details.
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Nash
Bonebrake
Elyria
Cremation follows Elyria death of Austin Cogswell
Austin Cogswell of East Avenue Elyria died Saturday morning after a week long illness from erysipelas. He was about seventy and cremated in Cleveland on the 9 10 train. Surviving relatives include Roy Cogswell and George Cogswell of Cleveland. Funeral services planned in Elyria later in the week. Prof Wright and son were seen passing through Elyria on the noon train.
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Elya
Austin Cogswell
East Avenue
Mate
Cogswell
Elyria
Amboy N. Y
Magon W. Cogswell
Fanny Beers
Roy Cogswell
George Cogswell
Cleveland
Prof. Wright
Oberlin
D. C. Baldwin
Jim
Baldwin
Damages sought in case against Elyria Knight group
Mrs. Jeanette Smith sues the Elyria Knights of St. John officers and members for 5000 claiming public installation on January 15, 1901 was public and she was ordered to leave by Charles Fitusinunone as a servant of the order. Attorney Q A Gillmore represents the plaintiff. Supt. Hiller places stop signs in Wellington Oberlin Elyria and near C. K. W. railway to aid public and car service.
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Elyria Knight's of
St. John
Order
Jeanette Smith
Charles Fitusinunone
Q A. Gillmore
Supt. Hililer
C. K. & W. Railway
Wellington
Oberlin
Elyria
Lorain
North Amherst
Elyria Hearing Set for April on Valuation Matters
A. D. Sheldon of the state board of equalization met with Elyria officials to discuss valuations. The hearing date for Elyria representatives in the valuation matter is set for Thursday, April 11. A foreclosure suit by William Schneider, administrator of Conrad Westerweller’s estate, against Josephine Sykora and others seeks 5627.52 plus interest on notes secured by mortgage on 101 Avon sub-lots, with attorneys from Elyria and Cleveland handling the case.
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A. D. Sheldon
State Board, of Equalization
Elyria
Lewis
State Board of Elyria
William Schneider
Conrad Westerweller
Cuyahoga County
Josephine Sykora
Joseph Sykora
Avon
Thomas and Chapman
City
McKisson and Dawley
Cleveland
Fay Stocking company to locate in Elyria revival aims
The Fay Stocking company plans a reeorganization and relocation to Elyria with a $50,000 capitalization. about three quarters of the funds are subscribed, leaving $15,000 still needed. Local stockholders urge residents to invest to keep the factory in Elyria, highlighting impact on workers and merchants.
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Fay
Elyria
Banus
Lorain woman named administratrix settles claim with Lorain Steel
Thursday Mrs Isabella J Myers of Lorain appointed administratrix of James M Myers estate. A claim against Lorain Steel Co for damages was settled with an offer of 111.50, deemed acceptable for her interests. An order of settlement discharged the company from further liability.
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Isabella J. Myers
Lorain
James M. Myers
Lorain Steel Company
Medina Line Progress Report From Oatman Visit
S S Oatman of Medina, owner of the local electric light plant, was in Elyria Tuesday meeting George Crisp and others. He notes fences are being torn out along the Berea Medina line and that grading will start at both ends as soon as the weather improves.
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S. S. Oatman
Medina
Elyria
George
Crisp
Berea
Easter Display At Fine Display D Lewis Co Dry Goods
Fine Easter window displays and store decorations draw large crowds to the second floor where millinery suits wraps and gloves mueckwear are showcased. Potted palms enhance the scene as shoppers admire the broad assortment of dry goods.
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D, Lewis & Co
Nichol Brothers Buy 25 Acre Quarry Near Kipton
John L. Nichol and Edward H. Nichol of Amherst purchase 25 acres of quarry land on the east side of the road about a half mile north of Kipton from the heirs of John Scott and Curtis Bailey for 13000 dollars. Almeda M. Brokaw was Saturday granted a divorce from Heman H. Brokaw on grounds of adultery and neglect of duty.
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John L. Nichol
Edward H. Nichol
Amherst
Kipton
John Scott
Curtis Bailey
Almeda M. Brokaw
Heman HH. Brokaw
Fraternal Order of Eagles Expands to Elyria and Cleveland
A new Fraternal Order of Eagles lodge is planned in Elyria with more than 160 names listed on the rally roster. Horace Merkel organizes the effort as a Cleveland lodge named an Eyrie receives help from a Pittsburgh delegation to establish sick benefits and fellowship.
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Order of Eagles
Elyria
Cleveland
Pacific Coast
Horace Merkel
Pittsburg
Forgery Claim Sparks Long Jury Deliberation in Cleveland
Jennie H. Bardwell sues the estate of L. B. Pettis to recover a 37 000 note with 8 percent interest since 1887, totaling nearly 16 000. Pearl E. Rexford administratrix asserts forgery. jury verdict favors the plaintiff after a week’s deliberation. Pettis and Bardwell families once resided in Oberlin where valuable property remains. W. B. Bedertha of Oberlita represents Rexford.
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Bardwells
W. B. Bedertha
Oberlita
Rexford
Easter Service at Methodist Church Next Week
Services held in the Methodist church each evening with praise from 7 to 7 30 and sterveopticon views of Christ Life Passion week events. No admission but collections taken to cover expenses. Afternoon services at 2 30 each day.
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Christ
New Proprietors Take Over Elyria Hotel
W H Brawner leases the Elyria Hotel near the Lake Shore depot to William R Ford and J B Reenasy of Detroit. The new proprietors assume charge April 1 and will run the hotel in first class shape, while Brower retains the tavern.
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W. H. Brawner
Elyria Hotel
Lake Shore Depot
William R. Ford
8. B. Reenasy
Detroit
Mr. Brower
Grafton Bank Taken Over by Cleveland Capitalists
Cleveland capitalists acquire Grafton Bank in a Thursday morning sale. The private owners led by Spitzers sell building, business and goodwill. New recapitalization set at 25000 dollars with shares at 100 each. Cleveland parties hold half the stock and seek remaining shares from Grafton businessmen. F B Morse of Superior Street Saving Bank represents the Cleveland buyers.
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Syhihgate
Cleveland
Grafton Bank
Spitzerg
Cleveland Parties
Grafton
F. B. Morse
Superior Street Saving Bank
Estate of Thoms King Appoints L B Fanvar Administrator
L B Fanvar is named administrator of the Thoms King estate of North Eaton. Bond fixed at 83000 dollars. Willa Haley bound over for Justice Hall's court on grand larceny will have a probate rehearing next Tuesday.
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L. B. Fanvar
Thoms King
North Eaton
Willa Haley
Justice Hall
Ohio G. A. R. posts dominate deaths count in state
The annual report by Department Inspector Kasson shows 27 501 G A R members in Ohio with over 1000 deaths in the past year. Old Guarda post Dayton led, Buckley post Akron second, Memorial post Cleveland third, and McCoy post Columbus fourth.
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Kasson
Ohio G. A. R
Ohio
Old Guarda Post
Dayton
Buckley Post
Akron
Memorial Post
Cleveland
McCoy Post
Columbus
Panther Sightings Reported Near Medina Center
Medina Gazette notes ongoing reports of a mysterious roaring animal in woods near Medina Center during winter. Sugar makers in the area say they heard the strange sounds repeatedly while working nights, prompting local curiosity.
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Whipp
Medina Center
Sugar-Makera
Medina
Police Court records from Friday and Saturday
Dick Marshall was arrested by Officer Hanks for overindulgence in rye during election celebrations. He was fined $5 and costs. Jay Pierce, arrested by Officer Whitney, was fined $5 and costs for attempting to seize boots not his, by Mayor Reefy.
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Dick Marshall
Hanks
Marshall
Jay Pierce
Whitney
Coste
Reefy
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Rain Pearl
Pennsylvania
Lake Shore Yard
George Vogler
Fifh
McClure’s Magazine
Firemer
Fuller
Aghland
Mansfield
Mansfeld
Elsothe
Cincinnati
Dolewars
Dryton
Unien
Elryin
Arbor Day
Fiere
State Board of Equalization
Mr Sheldon
Johnson Company
DR. Lewis & Co.'s
Common Pleas Court
M.E
New Proprietors
Probate Court
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