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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1901
Page
2
Editorial critiques Ohio tax inquisition laws and Tom Johnson's reform efforts. It notes high costs in Lorain County, urges a more satisfactory system, and questions Cleveland’s budget practices and potential rate reductions.
The article contrasts capital and labor views in a looming major strike. It notes the steel trust’s ultimatum and the Amalgamated Association’s challenge, discusses workers’ rights versus management prerogative, and laments potential countywide business disruption while hoping for a peaceful adjustment to avert economic harm.
Four thousand people enjoyed a cool afternoon at Cassade Park with sacred music. The crowd's mood was happy as paths and hillsides filled with smiling faces, highlighting Elyria’s growing appreciation for the park.
A Lorain yachting party traveled from Lorain to Brifalo and onward to Buffalo. The voyage lasted about a day with heavy seas causing widespread seasickness. On Wednesday the ladies and Harold Knapp left the yacht at Fairport for a steamer to Buffalo, while Dietrick and Snyder remained onboard.
Modern Woodmen of America at Lynds Camp initiates over fifty men into the lodge on a Saturday night. Sampson camp members from Lorain attend via invitation of the Elyria lodge to witness the ceremonies. Deputy A J Hawkins from Mansfield has promoted Elyria efforts for the past month.
A local editorial urges reform to curb abuses by decennial and revision boards. It notes members and the county auditor are paid five dollars daily, with Lorain and Elyria boards costing the county far unevenly despite similar work. calls for measures to ensure prompt, efficient performance and proper oversight.
The Erie county Reporter outlines the first cost of an interurban line per mile, noting 2600 cross ties at 50 cents each, 70 pound rails at 80 dollars per ton with hardware, plus trolley wire estimates from 1000 to 7000 dollars, and extra costs for surveying construction power houses and other expenses.
Mrs J E Wise entertained a small group on Thursday afternoon at a porch party. Guests of honor included Mrs Campbell of Berea Mrs Crosiar of Cleveland Mrs Buttenbender of Grand Rapids Michigan and Miss Buttenbander of New York. Refreshments were served by Miss Lucile Campbell Miss Lilyan Campbell and Miss Lillian Saunders.
The Baptist church announces an August vacation for its choir. Former members will form an Old Folks Choir to sing in the interim, beginning this Sunday, August 4.
State railroad commissioner J O Morris reports July fatalities: trespassers 32, employees 18, highway travelers 4, with no passengers killed in Ohio that month.
Probate Judge Hinman reports for the year ending April 4 1901 Lorain county saw 139 deaths 476 marriages and 865 births. Most deceased were US citizens with 523 born in the US and 28 from England and Wales 66 Germans. March recorded the most deaths 66 with December January and May also high. June to August had fewer births, November 88 births. Naturalization rose with 858 people becoming US citizens through final papers. Several trades listed among deaths and a number of guardianships wills and estates processed. Local society notes follow with visits and events in Elyria Wellington and nearby towns.
A picnic car story tells of a missing purse found by a conductor. Mr Wannamaker tallies six hairpins eight hair ties and a lace handkerchief, with no cash. The owner’s fate remains unclear as the purse was returned but the contents puzzled onlookers.
Police located Henry Shaffer Wednesday afternoon after a Tuesday night rocks attack on Charlie Leeds. A sworn warrant followed and he was arrested for disorderly conduct. He pleaded not guilty and remains held for Friday mayor's court with witnesses to be sought.
A Thursday morning fire at the home of Hubert Bancroft on Oak Street started by a dropped match. The small town crowd and fire department rushed to the West side but the blaze was extinguished inside the house before much damage occurred.
The Old Ladies Home announces a performance of the new opera Mother Goose or the House that Jack Built by Prof Byron W. Rice. Fresh from Boston where it drew praise as the city’s most elaborate youth production, Rice has conducted cantatas and operas over a hundred times. Elyria is assured a grand musical treat.
Guardian Josephine Dyczkowsti sues Antoni Bittner for 2100 damages after Theodora Dyczkowski a North Amherst infant was struck by a buggy. The child alleges knee permanent injury and other severe injuries from the accident. Both parties reside in North Amherst.
A garbled OCR excerpt shows an early 20th century rail and express timetable. It lists Pan-American Express and Boston Express routes with arrival times, page numbers, and station references. The legible items include numbers, times, and vague route cues, reflecting a crowded transit timetable page.
Schedule in effect August tenth eighteen hundred four for Cleveland Lorain and Wheeling Railway Company indicates southbound and northbound services with timetable details readable from the fragment.
A court notice lists defendants Tal botd Taylor James B. Taylor Boxhall P. Keene and partners as Taloud Luster Co and James B. Taylor. It concerns a mortgage reduction case in Lorain County Ohio with property described as Lot No 24 and adjacent right of way, filed May 1901. The petition requests foreclosure against Benton and related parties and names Laurcscher as attorney.
Notice to contractors announces bids to furnish material and labor for Cedar street improvements in Elyria. Bids due at city building by 1901 with guaranty from an unrelated person. Forms available on application. council reserves right to reject all bids. City Clerk W. A. Pax?on.
Marriage licenses listed for Charles Newsberry and Lucy Ludwig of Elyria and North Amherst, John Preston and Lillian V Smith of Oberlin, John Brown and Kittie Emerson of Spencer and Wellington. St Clair lodge D of R No 307 calls all officers and degree staff to the next meeting, August. Ice cream and cake will be served. By orders of the Noble Grand.
The city invites sealed proposals in the city building at Court and Second streets for cement labor and materials to improve Wurst court per plans and specs. Bids due August 19 1901 at noon with guaranty by a disinterested party.
A damaged legal notice lists Chea B Smith and others as defendants with a petition of removal and requests related to court action. It mentions a deadline around Mugubi, and references legal representation for a plaintiff or party named Bruce Nexcer of Auty.
Trustee Jiahls O. Aohn on announces a public sale of Amherst Packing Company assets in North Arthur, Laurin, and Ohis. The sale follows a District Court order and lists property on Fourth Street and nearby parcels, with details and times provided in official notices.
The city clerk invites proposals for the improvement of West Broad Street from Broad Street to the adjacent avenues. Bids must be accompanied by a bid bond from a disinterested party and secured performance and labor bonds. The city reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to appoint forms from the engineer's office.
Notice announces the appointment of Tor Undemegoed as new interim administrator for the estate of Anna HM Pow tenmaker of Avor. Dated the sid day of July, A.1, 3401, by J. Moonz.
Pursuant to a United States District Court order the Amherst Packing Company estate real estate in Lorain County near Twelfth Avenue is offered free of encumbrances for sale. The auction covers parts of original lots with southward boundaries and will occur in the forenoon on the specified date. Cash in full at time of sale. Hale C. Johnson is agent for the Amberst Packing Company.
Inia Moelter vs John Ernoet Lorain County Court of Common Pleas Cum No. 5729 Sheriff sale on execution. Sale at public auction September 7 at 11 o clock a.m. at the courthouse steps Elyria Ohio for Lot 76 in Amharst township containing 497 acres more or less. Premises appraised at $300. sale cash day of sale. two thirds of appraisal required. H. Wanpen Sheriff Lorain County.
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