Irregular Property Expansion Plans Show Major Village Growth
The Amherst area, sized like a Qing dynasty empire, contemplates a large property expansion north of the current grid. The mayor notes irregular boundaries and a proposed increase in assessed value from under $200,000 to around $560,000. Officials expect a favorable action soon to extend the boundary eastward and align with territorial limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ars of
Amherst
Gressor
Conseil Uldike
Elyria Beal of Lorain Granted Parole by Penitentiary Board
The board of managers of the Ohio penitentiary Thursday granted a parole to Beal of Lorain. Beal was described in the fragmented report as involving Lorain in the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Managers
Ohio Penitentiary
Lorain
Growth of City Urges More Police and Road Work
A special Chamber of Commerce meeting in Elyria discussed accelerating street improvements for the Garford automobile works. Speakers urged a Broad street bridge, a belt street railway, and housing for workers, with plans to pave Sugar Ridge road and begin macadam paving next Monday. The group called for a ten-member committee to press city officials and Garford to advance the project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Broad Street
George H. Ely
Automobile Works
A. L. Garford
M. 8. Johnson
Cleveland
Jamba Smith
Board of Public Service
Sugar Ridge
Depot
Olive
Winckle
Mueller
Garford Company
Garford Works
Microland & Southwestern Railway Company
2. C. HM
Chapman
G. H. Chamberlain
B. Leonard
W. E. Cadmus
M. B. Johnson
Bend Ind
Garford
Studebaker
South Bend
Ind
Cleveland & Southwestern Railway
Elyria
J. C. Hill
GOAL WILL RISE IN PRICE
Columbus Ohio reports that the new car service rule limiting free time on coal to forty eight hours will push coal costs higher for consumers. Ford R Cate, secretary of the Wholesale and Retail Coal Dealers Association of Ohio, says demurrage changes may add 20 to 30 cents per ton. The issue is before the state railroad commission with an early hearing anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Ford R. Cate
Wholesale and Retail Coal Dealers’ Association of Ohio
State Railroad Commission
Injured by an enraged horse in Worthington plate race
Brighton England August 10 Jack ey Madden was severely hurt when an enraged horse on Centre knocked him from the saddle during the Worthington plate race. The animal grabbed Madden's throat and shook him before Brady and onlookers restrained it. Madden's throat was badly lacerated and he bled freely after being released. BRIEF Chas Fowl of West Ridge was in town on business.
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Brighton
Eng
Jackey Madden
Marieold Jr
Brady
Madden
Chas. Fowl
West Ridge
Strict new Lorain Street Railway rule on front vestibule rides
New orders following the Vermiljom wreck ban passengers from riding in front vestibules and forbid talking to motormen during duty. Motormen report abuse from riders resisting the rule, but employers back strict enforcement to improve safety and job performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorain Street Railway
Vermiljom
Cleveland
Moody
Jeropardy
How to Identify and Treat Poison Ivy Effects
An Elyria reader shares practical note on poison ivy detection and remedies. It covers plant appearance, seasonal growth, and the dangers of oil contact, plus home treatments such as sugar of milk in alcohol, tincture preparations, and soap and water cleansing to remove the oil. It warns that clothing and footwear can harbor irritant and that ivy smoke and vapors may be poisonous.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elyria
Atlantic
Gasoline Explosion Damages Lorain Home
A gasoline explosion at Edward Van Amberg’s residence 1608 Lexington Avenue Lorain caused partial stove demolition and damage to the room. Mrs. Van Amberg escaped serious injury. Gasoline leaking unknown to occupants, lighting the stove triggered the blast. Lids blown off, noise heard throughout the block.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward van Amberg
Lexington Avenue
Lorain
Minstrels Parade with Flashy Uniforms in City Streets
The Al G Fields minstrels staged a colorful parade on Saturday morning. The band stood out with a strong sound while the rest wore light plugs hats and gauzy coats with red trimmed cloaks.
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al G, Fields Minstrels
Elyria Water Works Praised as Best in State
Elyria’s water works superintendent Weller received a compliment from the Warren council committee after visiting seventeen municipally owned plants. They questioned running expense figures, finding Elyria’s rates the lowest, some four times cheaper than others. The committee urged a careful audit, while Weller aims to keep Elyria’s plant the most economically managed in the state and plans further improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elyria
Warren
Warren Council
Weller
4&T
Water Works Office
Wabash Officials Inspect Lorain Route Visit
A Wabash railroad delegation toured Lorain on Friday morning with W A Donaldson guiding the party. They rode a river launch and examined the Lorain and West Virginia route plans, touring the industrial area by carriage. The group included F A Delano president of the Wabash G Yoomang first assistant H W Feaman Lorain and West Virginia chief engineer R W Truxall and Andrew Squires general counsel.
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Wabash Railroad
Lorain
W. A. Donaldson
F A. Delano
The
Wabash
G. & Yoomang
H. W. Feaman
West Virginia
R W Truxall
Andrew Squires
Suit for shaving work in probate court over estate debts
Walter Mosher executor seeks court permission to sell 23 acres in Springfield township Lucas county to pay a $40 shaving bill for Marvin Mosher son of Hugh Mosher. The heirs Hugh F Mosher and Mary E Smith face the claim after barber Vincent demanded payment. judge notes oddity while recalling local figures.
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Marvin Mosher
Hugh Mosher
Fifer
Willard
Judge Hinman
Walter Mosher
Hugh F Mosher
Mary E. Smith
Marvig Mosher
H H. Vincent
Vincent
Springfield
Lucas County
Mosher
Marvin
Hinman
Oberlin
Hugh
Lorain County
Old High Mosher
Elyria Police Seek More Night Officers After Expanded Routes
PoliceCaptain Whitney notes recent housebreaking attempts and argues for adding officers to Elyria’s six night patrols. He cites No. 1 route with a two hour circuit covering East Side, Daisyfield, Eastern Heights, and West Broad areas, noting a robber could strike a mile and a half away from patrol without leaving the officer’s beat. He urges council to fund two or three more men.
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Elyria
Whitney
Reefy
Broad Street
Third Street
Hast Avenue
Fourth Street
Eastern Heights
East River Street
Clark Street
Cleveland Street
Hollis Street
Gulf Road
Columbus Street
Washington Avenue
North
West Bridge
West Broad Streets
Teachers from England plan U.S. tours for fall and winter
London reports thousands apply to join excursions for teachers from kindergarten to university levels. About 500 educators may be selected for several tours starting November 30, with weekly departures through March. Alfred Moseley coordinates from England while Dr Maxwell and President Butler arrange U.S. receptions in New York. Mosely sails October 10 to assist and stay until all groups depart home. A Lake Shore excursion to Niagara Falls and other cities is offered August 14.
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London
United States
Alfred Mosely
Eagland
America
Mosely
Maxwell
Death of Rev Cheney in Florence elevator accident
Theodore J. Wright recounts the Florence accident that killed Rev. Cheney after he may have exited the wrong floor. An elevator operator caught him as he fell, breaking the fall but causing a compound skull fracture. He never regained consciousness and died quietly after hospitalization.
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Theodore J. Wright
Cheney
Florence
Italy
Hotel du Londres
Lost pocket book near D Lewis and Co and Bins store
A small purse containing eight dollars was lost Friday morning August 10 between D Lewis and Co and Bins book store. Reward offered and the item may be recovered at The Savings Deposit Bank and Trust Co.
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D. Lewis & Co
Savings Deposit Bank and Trust Co
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Ed Goods
ION CO
Bell
Ione W
Bell Ra
Ecw
OODS
Averr
A. G. Fields
Elyria Theatre
Minstrels
New East Side
England
Lake Shore Ry
Niagara Falls
Toronto
Montreal
Alexandria Bay
Cheyney
Harry H. Smith & Co
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