Public Street Railway Franchising Debated in Council
The council opened public questions on a street railway franchise with debates over bonds and license fees. Mueller and Bradley urged bidding from multiple parties to secure cheap fares, while Faxon and Smith favored higher cash safeguards and a $24 000 construction bond to cover damages and assure good faith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Soundman Faxon
Mueller
Faxon and
Smith
Bradley
Nstead
Suicide at Kipton by razor cuts life end of John Rooney
John Rooney of Kipton killed himself at his home after telling his sister of a trip to Beebe on business. He severed his windpipe and neck arteries with a razor, dying instantly. Rooney, thirty, unmarried, had been in an insane asylum years earlier and faced a prior suicide attempt in jail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John’ Rooney
Kipton
Rooney
Beebe
Two Administrators Appointed Before Burial
A terse note observes it is uncommon for a person to have two administrators appointed prior to burial, reflecting on the processes of estate handling after death.
Lorain Saloon Keeper's Estate Case Moves to Administrator
Judge Hinman handles a disputed Lorain estate after a saloon keeper Poper dies without a will. A Cleveland man claims the deceased named him administrator, then Michael Langsam brings the will and seeks appointment, with the judge and relatives involved in revoking prior appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hinman
Lorain
Poper
Cleveland
Michael Langsam
Two Women Freed on No Indictment in Akron Jail Release
Two women were released from jail after no indictment was found by the grand jury. Suspect Haupt faced a charge of attempting to kill and Barney Swails was charged with attempting to defraud an innkeeper, but both were discharged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suerit Ward
Geatd
Haupt
Barney Swaals
Lies Glyen Ubetr
Indictment Seeks Liquor Sale Charges Against Wagner Brothers
Broad Street druggists William and Fred Wagner face warrants charging them with selling intoxicating liquors contrary to law. Police earlier sought entry but were refused. Grand jury later learned of a demonstration by officers involved in the raid and subpoenas connected to the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William
Fred Wagner
Broad Street
Wagner
Howev
Hebebrand Denies Damage Suit Claim By Besse Wright
John Hebebrand files answer denying damages suit filed by Besse Wright seeking $1000. The plaintiff alleged an accident caused by Hebebrand’s wagon turnout injuring her. Hebebrand denies the allegations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hebebrand
Besse Wright
Evers
Arase
Hebebrand
Arbor Day Parade Illusion of Mushrooms and Umbrellas
A damaged Elg hit Arbor Day scene shows umbrellas among attendees at the April 12 event. Alyrin school children planned to beautify the town despite rain, planting five saplings on the garage plate near Second Street as onlookers watched from the courthouse steps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elghit
Alyrin
Court House
Graga Plate
Second Street
Elyvia
Congress of Nations Confronts the Mayor in Police Court
A morning police court session features an international panel with Roumania Hungary Poland and Austria plus Ridgeville. Cecilia from Roumania accuses the Hungarian delegate of tossing her out over bed sharing while Steve Barrish denies a treaty violation. An Austrian envoy, barefoot and shoeless, is aided by locals before being sent home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress of the Nations
Roumania
Hungary
Poland
Austria
Ridgeville
Chapmian
Cecilia
Monica
West Avenue
Steve Barrish
Old Sailor Fails to Return for Marriage License
An elderly mariner, intoxicated in the Probate Court, sought a marriage license from a young colored woman. He promised to return with Ethiopian pedigree but vanished after paying the fee. Clerks wonder what happened to him as he left heartbroken brides-awaiting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hinman
Tie
City Sealer Salary Fight Halts Plan
City council debated appointing a city sealer of weights and measures amid chamber of commerce support. Officials discovered municipal code requires a $3,500 salary, prompting veto or reconsideration. A related case, Frank Fertjall vs. L B Wells, was ruled a jury matter with motions tied to clearer descriptions in an order from Antonia Granpoala NB Lake Shore Electric.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Frank Fertjall
L B. Wells
Antonia Granpoala
Lake Shore Electric Company
Indictments Likely Against Lorain County Fire Insurance Group
Informal reports say many agents are indicted for ties to the Lorain County Fire Insurance Association. Delays in serving indictments are clerical, due to long forms and many copies. The association continues operations until officially notified that its routine is unlawful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorain County Fire
Rawson
Judge Clarifies Garnishment Exemption For Labor Debts
Justice Washburn ruled that money owed to a contractor for labor is not exempt from garnishment. Judge Lord and Nieding sought clarity on exemptions under a minor amount, while Washburn limited exemption to personal services by a contractor. The common pleas judge provided guidance on the exemption scope.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washburn
Neiding
Justice Lord
Nieding
Common Pleas Court
Divorce sought by Nettie Smoyer over alleged abuse and child custody
Nettie B Smoyer asks the court for a divorce from Floyd R Smoyer alleging years of neglect and abusive conduct She claims to have been married in Amherst in December 1899 and says two children Glen and Luella aged six and four were taken from the city without her knowledge or permission She seeks alimony custody of the children and restoration of her maiden name
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nettie B. Smoyer
Floyd R. Smoyer
Amherst
Glen
Luella
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Aius Wiley All
Car Com
Star Chamber
Martin Macher
Cleve
Hind
Kipton Farmer
Ana Rapid
W. N. Gates
Tao Elyria
America
Anna Howard ‘Shaw
Philadelphia
Marie Jenney Uowe
Harriet Taylor Unton
Warren, O
Sioria
Gyv
ORIO
Cuba
Congress OF Nations
Nizzoner
Brains
Gladstone
Geo. Ridgeway
Carey Wrnckles
Anton Boldan
Wlyrla
Bride
Coins
Tritttante Sauna
Nettie Smoyer
Moat
Ohie
All Hoes
Amy
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