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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1906
Page
1
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The Cleveland Congregational Conference endorses union of denominations and instructs registrars to contact other conferences. Delegates and churches are urged to support the union plan while revising articles on conference leadership and national representation. Rev. W. E. Cadmus, once slated as home pastor, remains popular despite resignation.
J. D. Brown of the Erie railroad notes a rising flow of college graduates and wealthy applicants for rail positions. He says only about one in ten stay beyond a few weeks, as many expect easy hours and high pay without enduring the required hard, early work.
Several hundred Lorain area labor union men will attend Labor Day celebrations in Lorain on Monday September 3 8 They have arranged to spend the day at Shadduck s lake park with afternoon picnics and entertainments The Central Labor Union of Lorain helped Elyria unions last year and the Elyria contingent will join the morning parade while aiming for a strong showing in the labormen parade All unions will be represented.
Joseph Kiess, a Cleveland resident, was struck and killed by a Cleveland & Southwestern Traction car along the Rockport tracks while walking homeward. The death comes as State Railroad Commissioner Morris plans a vigorous campaign against dangerous Ohio traction lines and Mayor Seeger of Rockport declares war on high speed limits after the rapid Limited train passed through the village.
An OCR fragment notes a village uprising as Indigenous residents protest actions affecting their community. The readable text emphasizes community upset and calls for responses from authorities.
Sanitary Inspector Braman told the Reporter that Lyria is healthier now than ever and has had no sickness recently. He said the city should assume garbage removal duties, noting contracting the work could save the Board of Health considerable trouble.
A fireman convention is planned for August 22 attracting many strangers. Organizers anticipate feeding difficulties as the crowd grows larger daily.
Dr. Harry W. Patrick of Elyria has been ill with a severe tonsillitis attack requiring throat lancing. His mother Mia M. Patrick of Norwalk arrived in Elyria on Sunday. Lorain baseball team will play Elyria here on Thursday afternoon.
John Kraacz, a foreign worker, was seriously injured while blasting a stump on the Ramsey road near Baer enwald park south of Lorain. He stepped to inspect the fuse after ignition and the dynamite exploded, breaking his thigh and causing internal injuries. He was taken to a hospital. doctors called the prognosis grave.
Edward Locke presents A Mad Love directed by Edward R. Salter from Lady Audley’s Secret Miss Lyda Powell stars leading role in a drama praised for true to life passions and broad appeal The play debuts in Elyria tonight with expectations of large audiences and strong reviews.
Attorney Hal C. DeRan special assistant to Attorney General Wada H. Ells traveled to Cleveland on Tuesday to gather information for the state's suit against the bridge trust. He spent considerable time in the Prosecuting Attorney's office examining old registers of the Weddel House, the former venue of the bridge pool meetings.
To all friends and neighbors and the many friends of our dear departed son Oscar who extended their sympathy in words assistance and floral offerings especially to the members of the Elyria County Club who tried their utmost to rescue our dear boy from the watery grave we herein express our most sincere thanks May God bless all for their kindness Mr and Mrs Oscar Gotch
At a religious camp meeting near Allenaville under the Holiness Band, Mika Mattie Coyle, previously crippled by hip disease and using crutches, was reportedly healed by divine power and discarded her crutches. Witnesses say crowds gather daily to see the healed woman who had prior surgery in Columbus three years ago with little benefit.
The Elyria Sanitary Dairy and Baking Company and its plant have been purchased by a new firm led by A. J. Robinson of Cleveland. Robinson, formerly with Belle Vernon Dairy, will serve as president and general manager. The business will expand with new equipment and a broader scope, and asset proceeds will be distributed pro rata to creditors by Attorney H. W. Ingarnott.
At a meeting held last week in Oberlin S B Rawson and T M Brush of Elyria were elected directors succeeding Professor Root and Councilman H P Kennedy. The company now shows control by Rawson who holds the majority stock. No officers have changed yet. Rawson had earlier become central after Whitney and Squire sold their stock to him about one month ago.
The Addressq Photograph company bought land from the Kiycla Machine Parts company for 17000, comprising town lot 517 in block 96 on Maple Street, 54.100 acres, bounded by the Black River bank. It also purchased half of village lot 518 in block 96 containing 42 rods owned by Lenny K. Day. Industry of value will be started on the property.
A party including Mr. and Mrs. Co. R. Summerg of this city narrowly escaped losing their baggage when an alarm ignited a fire that destroyed the hotel they were leaving. The Elyrian travelers, though alarmed, suffered little loss and continued homeward after the blaze.
Dy W C Damtiox pastor of the Methodfal Episcopal church in the city said the congregation has not decided on improvements. Directors are evaluating a fresh set of plans and may reach a decision after thorough examination, aiming to start correctly.
Elyria volunteer fire companies face a dilemma as church societies decline to host meals for visiting firemen to the August 22 tournament. About a thousand visitors are expected, and with many workers away, the firemen seek a group to feed the guests to avoid embarrassment.
Miyrie Pauline Gotter, seven months old, is involved as the child of Adelbert Gotter and his wife who filed for divorce at the courthouse on a Wednesday. The petitioner seeks alimony and custody after alleging repeated abuse including kicking and hair-pulling, with one incident leading to her husband’s arrest and jail. The couple married February 12, 1905 at Lorain.
Garford received a call on Tuesday evening to travel to New York City. He planned to return Wednesday before he and his family begin a vacation starting Thursday.
A resident says Blyria lacks a public pleasure resort to entertain residents. He recalls a Chicago syndicate's attempt to control Cascade Park years ago, but the council refused to sell or lease the grounds. He argues the site could be developed into a fine amusement destination.
The 28th annual Soldiers and Sailors reunion will be held August 31 at Elpin a fair ground with a basket picnic. Local comrades provide coffee tea milk cream and sugar. Hon Jay F. Lanning of Norwalk and Comrade Haskell of Wellington will address the group. All comrades and families urged to attend. Spanish War soldiers invited. P D Reefy pres Chas Chandler sec.
Theodore Barlas owner of Olimpia Candy Kitchen at 117 West Erie Avenue Lorain filed for bankruptcy. Claim shows liabilities about 2300 dollars to Cleveland creditors while assets total 1090 dollars. Attorney Coleman filed the petition in Cleveland. poor location blamed for business failure.
Burglars entered Mr and Mrs Nicholl’s Amherst home on Cleveland Street while they were away for two months. They rifled closets and drawers, stole silverware and fine china, and left burnt matches and a half burnt candle pas dice evidence. Relatives from New York found the loot after discovering the theft.
The Elyria baseball team returns home from Conneaut and leads the trolley league pennant by 209 points. Upcoming games include Collinwood with Arthur Paul pitching, Sandusky Stars in Sandusky, Ashland in Elyria, and Wooster at home on Labor Day to end the league season.
Cleveland Health Officer Dr Friedrich rebutted claims of Asiatic cholera in Elyria noting no US case exists without bacteriological confirmation. He said the Asiatic form cannot be distinguished from other cholera types without tests and defended officials amid public inquiries.
Alfred Bates will have an office in the city building and will be available for consultations daily. He will use the city solicitor’s office in the city hall and be there every morning between 8 and 9 oclock.
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