Oberlin Indicted Men to Arraign at Demurrer
Oberlin April 24 officers report that the indicted men, facing a demurrer, may be brought to trial in Oberlin.
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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1907
Page
1
Oberlin April 24 officers report that the indicted men, facing a demurrer, may be brought to trial in Oberlin.
An indictment case shows two agents considering a guilty plea while arguing the conspiracy lacks a crime as its object. Prosecutor Stevens studied Ashtabula cases, and the defense seeks to avoid Cleveland attorney help. The Civic club invited Taft after delays by Foraker, amid club speaker shortages and local political tension.
The First Congregational church in Elyria drew a crowd to honor M H Levagood as Rev W E Cadmus and F O Williams led services and Masonic rites. Western Automatic Screw employees attended as a body. floral arrangements framed the casket. mixed A quartet performed hymns.
George F. Smith sues to recover $18,160 plus interest from notes signed by George T. Lowrie and others. He alleges four notes dated on separate occasions remain unpaid and asks the court to grant judgment and interest from the dates of the notes.
Commander William P White U S Navy recruiting officer toured Elyria explaining how Navy recruits today differ from past times. He noted shorter enlistment, better shore leave, improved rations, training near ports and the option of discharge after six months for unsuitable candidates. He defended Navy discipline and said complaints of mistreatment are rare among properly trained recruits.
John Part an employee at the Ely via Tron and Steel company lost part of the thumb on his left hand this morning while at work. A physician dressed the wound and there appears to be good prospects for a prompt recovery.
The health board plans a new garbage disposal ordinance to be presented Friday. It would shift collection to city contracts so property owners pay nothing. The rules require galvanized iron tanks on wagons and limited wagon stops. Disposal must follow board designated sites and only kitchen and combustible waste. glass and cans excluded. Deodorizers could be mandated for contractors.
Julia Kozic asks for a divorce from George Kozic in a marriage begun in Kerka Ka Poina Austria in November 1894 and dissolved in April 1907. She accuses him of intoxication for three years, vile language, and several hits. She seeks alimony and custody of their only child.
Silas F Crane files for divorce from Ethel H Crane in county court claiming marriage since March 20 1899 in Painesville and alleging gross neglect of duty. He says he cooks his own meals while she entertains other men and has made no response to his protests.
A telegram from A R Thomas of Johnstown requests the remains of Abbie Thomas be shipped there. It is unclear if Thomas is a father or brother, no escort to Johnstown is arranged, and the Cleveland secretary of the Structural Iron Workers' Union has not replied. Mayor Chapman plans to press the secretary to have the union cover the $100 undertaker bill.
An examination will be held tomorrow afternoon for applicants to the police and fire departments. Salaries were recently boosted by the council, so a number of men are expected to take the test. There are two police openings and one fire department position.
Ww 7K White pleaded guilty to intoxication in police court this morning to quiet his belligerent daughter-in law Mrs C D White of Truron Street. She found him on her porch after returning from town and had him arrested though officers detected no signs of drink. He initially demanded trial then pled guilty to avoid family quarrel.
Report notes investors who used Kleinburger's plea bought Union Department stock and ask for anonymity. One signer recalls brain storm and sought ways to escape loss. $19 cash paid. Three men unidentified with Union were sent by Kleinburger to press Tucker, who was unavailable. Prominent locals' names were cited as safety guarantees, with mail prospectuses urging stock purchase.
Engineer Sanders proposes a central drainage system for Lodi Street where tracks and paving meet. The plan lowers brickwork half an inch between rails and adds a central outlet at low points to connect with the storm sewer, inviting resident inspection.
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