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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1907
Page
12
Brazzell departs for Akron after deciding not to wait for approval of his return. He cites his business needs and inability to find a permanent replacement, plus slow improvement in his throwing arm as factors in leaving the team.
The crowd gathers for the opening game as Hyndman is knocked out in the first inning and Agier steps in on the firing line. A puddle in right field causes a humorous play in the fourth inning as the action unfolds at the stadium.
Over 500 fans attend the Illyria versus Dean baseball game. The Dean lineup features Hartzell at shortstop and Agler pitching, while Illyria fields McDermott and Lawrence. Early action includes Schall homer and multiple stole bases amid a muddy center field as Hyndman starts on the mound for Illyria.
In a stray ball game, Elyria pitchers mowed down Dean with Hyndman walking and McDermott advancing on errors. Noveski and Agler produced key plays, Hyndman and McDermott scored on miscues, with several runs scattered across the middle innings and Elyria holding a late edge.
A detached Elyria note confirms Agler stays on the payroll as a versatile player. Described as a high class pitcher and capable first baseman and outfielder, he is seen as a solid outfield regular when not pitching. A sunny day provides an auspicious start for the Elyrias.
The Dean Electric crowd came to watch the ball game with bets around the score. Patrons wagered that the Hlyria team would not double Dean’s runs, with about $200 reportedly bet on the outcome.
Chicago April 27 Fred Beell of Wisconsin loses to Frank Goteh of Iowa for the American championship as both wrestlers compete barefoot. Goteh takes the first and third falls to secure the title.
Fire at Melvin Bassett’s house on Fairlawn Avenue burned heavily at 4 30 pm. Dean Electric crew helped, but flames overwhelmed the structure with roof collapsed. The chemical wagon stalled in mud delaying assistance. insurance on the property totals 809.00 with 500 on the house and 309 on the furniture.
Ohio Supreme Court ruling upholds that mayors and police may keep fees earned in state cases. Elyria officials argued city ownership, while Folger claimed fees totaling about 600 dollars should not be returned. The decision shapes how salaries and fees are treated under city treasury rules.
Edith Fouts has filed for divorce from Lamont Vents in county court. They wed December 6, 1902 at Elyria and have no children. She alleges three years of neglect and abuse including being driven from her home and chased with an ax. Her father paid $300 in alimony for her former husband. She seeks a divorce and name restoration.
The list shows Herman F. Koepke of Lorain aged 23 wed to Lora May Jaycox 21 of Lorain. Also listed are Nee Larsen 50 of Lorain and Edith Anderson 16 of Lorain.
Conductor Russell Casson of the green line was arrested after an alleged assault on passenger Henry Life. Life, a Lorain resident employed at Fox Furnace, says Casson demanded a second fare, struck him, and left him in the mud as the car moved away. Life walked a mile home.
A brief note hints at willingness to perform various tasks including yeinting. The text shows a rough phrase and fragmented spelling with no clear subject or outcome. No dates or places are provided.
A fragment notes George A. Bird died recently at home with pneumonia cited as the cause. The item offers little context but confirms pneumonia as the underlying illness in his sudden demise.
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