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Elyria Reporter

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1906

Page

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Oberlin Singer Leaves Husband For A Year

Oberlin concert singer Mrs Coriine Ryers Kelney, famous in Oberlin years ago, left her husband to test if they are happier apart. They will live separately for a year to decide if marriage or separation suits them better. Mr Kelsey, a Toledo resident in the wholesale drug business, maintains bachelor housing while she stays with friends in New York.

Mra Coriine Ryiers Kelney Oberlin Les New York Kelsey Rockford Toledo Ginger Ruth

Pastor Cadmus to Speak on Women at Church

Rev Cadmus will preach a second sermon at the First Congregational Church Sunday evening titled Women as Wage Workers The talk will cover the effect on social standing and marriage prospects plus home making responsibilities The choir will sing special music reflecting the subject last Sunday evening he delivered his first sermon on the topic

Cadmus

Pretty Singers Entertained at First Congregational Club

The Men’s Club of the First Congregational church held a Friday evening meeting with about 70 members. Talks on interesting subjects were given and Lorain sisters Schwartz provided musical selections, showcasing their talent.

First Congregational Church Schwartz Sisters of Lorain

Missionary Ella Maddock to Speak at Church of Christ

Miss Ella Maddock, long a missionary in central India, returns home to describe her work and the Indian people in a Sunday night address at the Church of Christ.

Ella Maddock Church of Christ

Miner Loses Fortune Fleeing From American Widow Tale

Prescott miner John Novatne told Chicago police a voyage from Austria to the United States and back to Germany was made to escape a widow who pursued marriage. He claimed to have walked much of the way from New York to Chicago with 15 cents, recounting his life in brief while detailing the alleged suitor’s questions about his wealth.

Chicago United States Germany John Novatne Prescott, Ariz New York

JWOGE SEPARATES THREE COUPLES IN DIVORCE HEARINGS

Jude Washburn grants three divorces and alimony while denying another after a hearing. Stewart Franelsy testifies his wife abandoned home for years and refused duties. Catherine Byrnes files for divorce from Edward Garnes over desertion and abuse with unknown current whereabouts. Mrs Barnes, Lottie Willett describe separations and abuse patterns amid recurring separations. (Continued on Page 6)

Jude Washburn Stewart Franelsy Oder Fremont Blyria Catherine Byrnes Edward Garnes Barnes South Lorain Cleveland Lottie Willett

Ariel truck reaches high during safety board test

The new ariel truck, bought by the public safety board, was tested by the fire department at 1 o'clock Saturday in front of the Masonic Temple. When fully extended it reached the top story windows, and with closer placement a man on the roof could be lifted. The ladder rose rapidly and the unit then moved down Broad Street before returning to the station.

Ariel Trusk Board of Public Safety Nre Masonic Temple Freman

Amherst Rail Service Rendered Inadequate by Officials

Cleveland and Southwestern officials told Amherst residents that no improvement is possible now to provide better service. They note 28 cars operate daily from Amherst, 24 between this city and Cleveland, and 18 between Wellington and Oberlin.

Cleveland & Southwestern Amherst Cleveland Wellington Oberlin

Knox Takes An Option On Henry Fullmer Farm

Knox has taken an option on the 94 acre Henry Fullmer farm at Amherst. The option price is set at 20 000 and is due at the end of 30 days.

Knox Henry Fullmer Amherst

Police arrest two men with the grip

Hastings received a telephone message from Lovaln just after noon on Saturday about two men who had stolen a suit case containing clothes and planned to reach Elycia by 1 15. Officers met the car at the loop and brought the pair to Lorain. The suspects were T M Connors a white man from Bruendville and Sam Hansberry a Negro from Oberlin. Hansberry carried a tase and both were very drunk. A Lorain officer retrieved them and took them back to Lorain.

Hastings Lovaln Elycia Cus Gage T. M Connors Uriendville Sam Hansberry Oberlin Hansberry Lorain

Sale of Oberlin dry goods stock to H P Johnson

The remand of the stock of the Lugtaham dry goods store at Oberlin, held by the sheriff since the firm failed in summer, was sold to H P Johnson. Sealed bids were received by C K Whitney as trustee and presented in Cleveland to Harold Remington, who confirmed Johnson as the highest bidder.

Lugtaham Dry Goods Oberlin H P. Johnson C. K. Whitney Cleveland Harold Remington Remington Johnson

Company Adds Two Limiteds for Cleveland Holiday Service

Sept Nester announced weekday schedule changes to improve service in Cleveland during the holidays. Beginning Monday morning the limited due to leave at 8 10 am will be run in two sections. An extra limited will also be run out of Cleveland at 3 40 pm.

Cleveland Sept. Nester Today

Wife’s lavish tastes blamed as bankrupt merchant speaks

Samuel Klaster, a Lorain dry goods merchant, testifies his insolvency stems from late nights, theatre outings, and his wife’s luxury. He lists losses of over $4,000 since starting in 1906, with debts at 4,500. He claims her father refused to fund the venture and that his wife, a Toledo native, is to blame. He recalls court, travel to Cleveland, and extravagant spending.

Samuel Klalter Lorain Janoss Toledo Klaster Cleveland Colonial

Separated by duake they will be united

Milwaukee December 26 a husband believed dead after a San Francisco earthquake is to be reunited with his wife in Stockton California after long separation. The wife buried a man she believed to be him in Riverside cemetery and later learned he survived. One child was killed in the interim and another died after birth. The couple had lived in San Francisco and were separated during the disaster days.

Milwaukee Nea San Francisco Ach Nnl Heather Poltis Stockton California Mrsitz Polita

Elyria Merchants Offer More Advant ages Than Those of Cleveland

A reporter endorses Elyria merchants for superior selection and lower prices. The piece argues home trade strengthens local prosperity, contrasts easy exchanges with Cleveland stores, and urges residents to patronize local shops to boost the community.

Elyria Cleveland Hlyria United Action Regese

Potter Leaves Logan Gas Foremanship After Dispute

Thomas Potter resigns as foreman of the Logan Gas Company following a personal dispute with Manager Adams. Potter, with 10 years at the firm and a solid reputation, is under investigation as company officials review the matter. Fellow workers who knew Potter stood by him during the resignation.

Thomas Potter Logan Gas Company Adams Mr Potter Potter

Plaintiff sues TA Kearns Company for 25000 in debris accident

Oscar Bruckner sues the TA Kearns Company, builders of the Lorain and West Virginia Railway track near Oberlin, claiming a worn out hoisting derrick caused a fatal accident July 18, 1906. He alleges incompetent signal and derrick crew, a crushed back, internal injuries, and $599 spent on medical care with lifelong bedridden condition.

TA Kearns Company Lorain & West Virginia Railway Company Oberlin Oscar Bruckner

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