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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1905
Page
2
A jumble of notes covers Smoot protest in Senate, a proposed presidential inauguration date change, and reflections on Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. It notes Mary Thaw’s holiday picture purchases, Taft’s private car fire, Beidler’s potential return to Congress, and the Ecuador Guayaquil Quito canal project with American-made materials and expertise.
Clarence Chapman deserted from the U S Army after seeking furlough to visit his dying sister and uncle Sam refused. Secret Service tracked him down and arrested him. He faces a U S prison after his lovers to be with his family led to the act.
A fragment describes a scalp parasite attacking hair roots and causing hair loss. It mentions a germ that germinates to burrow into the scalp and sap vitality, with terms like sandruft and related remedies hinted in a period voice.
The article argues Roosevelt faces obstruction from the Senate as it resists government plans. It says senators prioritize corporate interests, questioning their accountability, while praising Roosevelt's bold leadership and urging lawmakers to rethink actions that could harm the country.
Assignee Fancher reports over 100000 dollars paid to depositors from Citizens Savings Bank after its closure. More checks are issued daily as funds are reallocated, with a likely next dividend in late April or early May, contingent on available funds.
An old fashioned ad promotes Allen's Foot-Ease powder to relieve swollen nervous tired feet and pain from tight shoes. It claims to cure aching and sweaty feet, corns and bunions, chilblains and gives rest and comfort. Sold by druggists and shoe stores, 25e, trial package available.
The article extols Leavenworth Kansas prison as a modern, sanitary complex built with iron, steel, concrete and brick. It details guard galleries, electric lighting, running water, and large chapel. Prisoners include whites, Indians, Mexicans, and military inmates under Maj. St W McClaughry.
Judge Washborn comments on rising divorce grants and proposed limits on remarriage. The piece notes law changes to curb divorces and increase male and female responsibility in marriage. The article then covers a football game between Washburn and Parkmount colleges in Wichita, describing a low yardage, three down, kicking duel with no scoring.
J. P. Penny, a prominent county Democrat, died after a barn fire that trapped his stock and several horses. Penny and his wife fought to save the animals, but flames spread through the stable, leaving Penny fatally burned as he lingered to assist. His age and full circumstances are detailed in the report.
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