04 Dec 1903
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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1903
Page
1
Plans mature to turn Port Clinton area into a second Loraine style steel plant. Eastern capitalists back the scheme to buy 40 acres along Portage River and lay out 500 lots for the site and villages. The proposed mills would cost about 250000 and employ up to 2000 workers. The location near river mouth allows easier docking for lake freighters after dredging.
Remains of Mrs. Francis Tho, also known as Mrs. Robert Mrancis, were brought Wednesday at eleven o'clock from Akron for burial. She was eighty three, an old resident of the area. Her husband was Astonic iagon a stone cutter. She was buried on Sugar Ridge, where she had lived after leaving Elyria.
Large audiences attended both afternoon and evening evangelistic services led by Mr Gaio. Nearly all town ministers and many church members joined in. Reported as tireless and calming, he inspired rest for weary souls. He spoke on The Holy Spirit and invited seekers to linger for deeper spiritual ties. Tonight his topic is How may I know I am a Christian.
Henry Wheat a well known Oberlin resident died at his home last Tuesday night after a long illness. About 60 years old he moved from Pittfield to Oberlin many years ago and for 25 years operated the line between Oberlin and Wellington. His wife died seven years ago and he is survived by three sons and two daughters.
A handwritten, misspelled Santa letter from Elyria Ohio pleads for a sled pair of skates a new go cart a doll carrier and candy plus a new store book a cup and some dried fruit. The writer Nanma Briggs from Blyrin Ohya signs off with Christmas wishes.
Friends report G D Foote, known as Doll, seriously ill at his Wellington home after months of poor health. Relatives and well wishers hope for recovery as caregivers monitor his condition. A ticket purchase from Chapmans Clothier is noted in the record.
Urry Auditor Fanver received a letter from State Auditor Guilbert inviting Iain to attend a city auditors meeting in Columbus on the 6th and 10th of the month to discuss offices and the new principal accounting system. Topics include appropriation classifications and written questions. Door admission prices and a coat sale are noted.
Plain theater service on December 6 runs a Lake Shore and Michigin Southern Ry train to Cleveland leaving Hboa at 1st pom. Round trips cost 40 cents. Passengers from different cheaters see hind Inly.
A Cleveland and South Western Electric car struck a farm wagon driven by Henry Baus near West Ridge after a sudden approach on Cleve Tour Street. The horses were badly injured and one was severely lacerated while the car’s fender was broken. Poor visibility due to fog shielded the motorman from blame as Baus escaped with minor injuries after the collision.
Miss Harriet Lucile Braman and Oscar Raymond Shaffer united in marriage by Rev WE Qadnius in a Wednesday morning ceremony at the First Congregational church study. An informal reception followed at the bride’s mother’s East Broad street home. They will live in Van Buren after visiting Toledo. Shaffer is a prominent merchant there.
The Lorain and Southern Railway, linked with Ghia Quarries, operates track from quarry to mill and to Lake Shore stone spar. Engine No. 1m runs on the grounds as the company ships the first installment of stone in general car loads and plans to supply stone for the new Cleveland post office.
The uniform rank of Elyria Tent No 4 will host an oyster supper this Saturday evening with a GAR half supper served from 5 o'clock until all are served. Dancing will follow supper.
The regular monthly Elyrne Chamber of Commerce meeting will be held in the city council chamber Friday evening December 4 at 7 30.
The night clerk recalls a tale of two boarders Jones and Brown on the third floor. Brown asked to be awakened for a 6 o clock train but dressed in Jane’s clothes by mistake. He discovered the mix up at the depot and returned to bed. The scene ends with a playful misunderstanding about who was awakened.
The mayor is instructed to notify hundreds of property owners to lay stone sidewalks within thirty days. The plan promises 0.2 mile of new sidewalks and, upon completion, will provide walkways throughout the city as the council approves the undertaking.
The article notes a proposed raise in the lieutenant governor’s salary from 800 to 2600 dollars annually. As the general assembly meets a week before inauguration, there is time to pass the measure before Lieutenant Governor Harding takes office.
The United States Hardware company known as the Eberhard firm will choose within ten days its plant location after offering Norwalk a 40 acre land grant and 100000 dollars. Port Clinton leads bids among Norwalk Sacred and nearby towns as competition persists. Elyria chapter of the Eastern Star will meet Friday evening December 4 at 730 with important business and a social to follow.
In Cleveland a lawyer argued that Ohio law allows hearings on divorce petitions any time after eight weeks if the defendant does not appear, while another reading contends the hearing is mandatory. The issue moves to the circuit and supreme courts for ruling.
The Cornell Twentieth Century Humpty Dumpty Company brings an elaborate Old Mother Googy’s fairy tale production to Elyria opera house. Led by Eddie McDonald, the troupe of over thirty performs with adaptable scenery praised for fit on varied stages.
A suit filed in Cuta Hoga County court targets George W Worthington for eighty two thousand dollars in back taxes. Worthington argues the county treasurer can only collect on the current year duplicate, claiming prior duplicates become dead issues, while the plaintiff also seeks an injunction to stop collection and cites technical irregularities in the assessment process.
Two fires occurred within hours in Lorain on Wednesday night and Thursday morning. O'Brien Bros. brass foundry on Broad Way saw a fire start from a hot casting and was put out by Hose Company No. 2 with limited damage. The Snyder saloon on Tenth Avenue opposite the new tube mill burned completely, with only partial contents saved and the bartender losing his coat vest and hat. Water supply delays hindered extinguishment, and the origin is thought to be an overheated stove. A family living above the saloon narrowly evacuated Wednesday afternoon.
Burglars broke into Lon Barnard’s shop in Grafton on Sunday night stealing a quantity of goods. They pried open the back door and thoroughly searched the stock for the best items. A lamp was taken to light their way, and Barnard estimates the loss at about $50.
All members of Chevalier Judge 216 K of P are requested to be present Thursday evening for nomination and election of officers. Harry H Smith, 0. 0.
Marriage licenses issued include Alvoid E Mnatin 23 sailor Tor serville Michigan and Ola Williams 20 from Lorain, Oscar Raymond Shaffer 28 merchant Van Buren Ohio and Harriet Lucile Braman 27 Elyria. Additional names appear in the list with occupations and towns.
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