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Elyria Reporter

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1899

Page

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THE SLEEP OF DEATH Additions to Salida Wreck Tragedy

Details emerge on the Salida railroad wreck in Colorado in which A H Johnson was killed and his son A M Johnson gravely injured. F L Fuller reports the elder died later. the son remains hospitalized with a broken back but intact spinal cord, as physicians, his sister and Dr Merrick help at the bedside.

Salida Col A. H. Johnson A. M. Johnson F. L. Fuller Mrs. Johnson Balin Mr. Johnson Allroad Oberlin Merrick Cleveland Tong Young Johnson Eadlight Johnson H. Johnson Denver

Still On the Move in Oil Markets This Year

The oil market rises modestly over two days with gains in the east and west as the year winds down. Analysts note record drilling, mixed results from wildcat tests, and growing demand pathways that could sustain new discoveries despite stock levels unlikely to rival highs from a dozen years ago.

Mastodon Tusk Found Near Brownhelm in Swampy Ground

A long tusk about three feet beneath the Brownhelm swamp near Mr. French’s farm, thought to be a mastodon relic. Paleontologist Hon D C Baldwin confirms the find. earlier bones were already deposited at Oberlin College museum. Investigators suspect the animal became mired and perished, with bones scattered by carnivores.

B.C. Preueh Brownhelm Mr. French College Museum Oberlin French D. C. Baldwin Baldwin

WIFE BEATER GETS SIX MONTHS IN WORKHOUSE

E H Raeder a East Broad street shoe dealer was arrested after intoxicated beating his wife choking her then striking her in the face. In police court he pled guilty to assault and battery and was fined 100 dollars with costs and six months in jail suspended on good behavior Raeder has prior trouble with his wife and associates jailed for boot theft cheered when he was jailed.

E. H. Raeder Raeder East Broad Street Braman Costa Bridge Hall Seeng Raeder

Santum Violinist of Beethoven Quintet Club Gains Fame

A renowned violinist, Santum, tours major German cities and U S locales like New York and Milwaukee, gaining praise as a leading interpreter. He is associated with Hollander and Bi Sanret, and is noted as a throat specialist connected figure. The Lake Shore railroad prepares to run the Pennsylvania road with other entities.

Beethoven Quintette Club Germany New +4 Sago Milwaukee Hollander Bi Sanret Lake Shore Railroad

Contested Election for 59 Office in Sandusky

The Democratic challenger Thomas Folger has appealed the election of Charles F. Sudro, alleging miscount and a discarded ballot. Deposition hearings are set for December 20 at the office of P. H. Boynton before local justices. Sudro has a certificate of election and bonds filed. a legal fight is anticipated. Work on the Sandusky and Lorain electric railroad along Main and Berlin streets in Huron proceeds, with completion near. North Main Street may be closed to racing carts once tracks reach the bridge, hindering speeders.en

Charles F. Sudra Thos. Folger Folger Clerk of Courts Mr. Sudra Sudro P. H. Boynton Chase Lord Justice Sandusky & Lorain Electric Railroad Main Berlin Streets Huron North Main Street Huren

Artificial Ice Plant Proposed in City by Pittsburg Promoter

A new enterprise plans a $25,000 capital artificial ice plant to start operations next spring with stock being subscribed by local business leaders. T. W. Ransom of Pittsburg will oversee the plant, with Elyria partners Parks Foster I. D. Faxon William Heidemyer Charles E. Wilson and Louis Schnuerer among organizers. A cold storage building and market for butter eggs and similar goods are part of plans, and a half million brick order has been placed for the building. The project is in early stages with stock sale proceeding and prospects described as bright.

T. W. Ransom Pittsburg Elyria Parks Foster I. D. Faxon William Heidemyer Charles E. Wilson Louis Schnuerer Ransom

G A R Camp Fire Event At Lorain Opera House

The 4 County Camp Fire of the G A R Ladies Relief Corps and Bona of Veterans will hold an evening gathering at the Opera House in Lorain on the 71st inst. Elyria Oberlin and nearby points will send organizations. Good music and addresses by prominent old soldiers. The public is cordially invited to attend and enjoy the pleasant evening.

G. A. R. Ponts and Ladies Relief Corps Bona of Veterans Lorain Elyria Oberlin

Suburban Electric Railroads Propose Union Station

Cleveland area suburban electric railroads plan a new union station to serve riders. Construction is expected to finish and open early next summer, though a site has not yet been selected.

Cleveland Union Station

Quail Hunt Accident Injures Carlisle Man

John T. Moon was accidentally shot by neighbor H. W. Lantsberry during a quail hunt in Connor's woods Carlisle Tuesday. A misfire discharged No. 6 shot. one pellet entered Moon's nose and eyelid, another struck the left neck near the jugular vein. Dr. Cushion removed the facial pellet but could not reach the neck shot.

John T. Moon H.W. Lantsberry Connor's Carlisle Lantaberry Moon Cushion

Probate Court Will of Caroline M Munstey Admitted

Will of Caroline M Munstey late of Elyria admitted to probate with Eiu gene K Reno F and Irving W Metcalf named as executors.

Caroline M. Munstey Elyria Eiugene K Reno F Irving W. Metcalf

Narrow Escape From Armed Insane Man in Elyria

An insane man with a loaded double barreled shotgun waited for an officer Thursday afternoon. Officer Brannan disarmed him with a black jack while Chief Krohn entered to help. Savage was captured, jailed, and sent to the Toledo hospital for the insane after a court hearing.

Iwan Elyria Krohn Charles Savage Savage Brannan Engle Broad Street Braman Brad Wan Hinman Toledo Sallabury East River Street Savi Mr. Krohn Pecmon

May Go Out of Business For Odd Fellows Benefit

Columbus dispatch reports the Odd Fellows Beneficial Association plans to cease operations after 40 years. Once holding a surplus around 160000, death assessments and fewer estate additions have reduced funds. Reorganization in 1904 brought heavy charges and current member average dues. 42000 in pending claims will exhaust treasury to about 18000. Elyria branch with forty members diminished as assessments rose.

Columbus Odd Fellows Beneficial Association Elyria

Canning Factory in Amherst Burns to Ground

North Amherst suffers another major setback as the local canning factory is destroyed by fire overnight. Despite a fire department response, flames fueled by a south wind left the building and its contents a total loss, with insurance pending assessment. Also noted are new officers elected for Richard Allen Post, G A R, for the coming year.

Negro Amherst North Amherst Canning Factory Richard Allen Edward F. Smith Vv. C M. J McAvoy Joseph Maddock Wm. Henson Horace J. Cahoon Rives C. Rowe George Home Aon

Jury Visit to Steel Plant Highlights Company Courtesy

The petite jury toured the blast furnaces steel plant Tuesday afternoon after an invitation from E G Johnson. The party of twelve jurors Editor Reefy and a Reporter representative traveled by special car to South Lorain where J L Chapman claim agent led them through the Alter plant and rolling mills. They visited the office building and were served supper then viewed the Y M C A before returning to Elyria by special car. A vote of thanks was given to Mr Johnson for courtesy and kindness.

Petit Jury Steel Company E.G. Johnson Mr. Johnson Reefy Rurorter South Lornia J.L. Chapman Alter Ftrat Elyria Johnson

Short Session Shrugs Off Sensation At City Council

The council met Tuesday evening with President Smith and members Eady Folger Boynton and Olds present. A four thousand fifty six dollar pay ordinance was adopted. A curfew petition of 200 to 250 signers was received but its location could not be tracked. Reports on sidewalks, street grading, and sewer delays were discussed, including a grade enforcement against John Russell and a fifteen day deadline to amend his sidewalk. The mayor and marshal reported November arrests and fines totaling ninety dollars and ninety seven cents. The meeting adjourned to Friday to consider a renumbering ordinance.

Smith Eady Folger Boynton Olds Clerk Park Quincey Street North Street West’ Bridge’ Street West Avenue East River Street Olde John Russell Russell West Second Street Melin West Third Street Marabat Philpott Lake Shore Wear Bridge Street

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