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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1905
Page
5
The article details a versatile light weight coat with fronts back and center front closing, new full sleeves with flare cuffs, and customization options like fabric contrasts and trims. It lists fabric yardage for sizes 32 to 40 inch bust and notes pattern 6204 available in sage tones with velvet and Lindsonia buttons. It also includes an ad for Kodol Dyspepsia Cure claiming relief for indigestion and related symptoms.
A string of social notes mentions visitors from Cleveland and Pittsburgh arriving to see relatives, a child injured after falling through ice in the Mast Branch, a Mothers Aid event at West River street, and Sylvester Clear, a traveling peddler, admitted to the County Infirmary after losing his sight.
Viscountess Maitland travels from England for an extended stay to paint numerous miniatures. She is commissioned to create portraits for members of the president's family and other prominent figures. The notice also promotes the paper’s want column.
The code assigns the Board of Public Safety the authority to enforce state laws and city ordinances, sign all commissions and licenses, supervise officers, and review complaints. It names the city solicitor as vice mayor and outlines succession if the mayor dies resigns or is removed. It also requires department heads to attend council meetings and allows direct city labor to bypass contractors in extortion cases.
Cleveland prosecutor Talmar J. Ross calls for clearer stricter laws against bucketshops saying current statutes hinder prosecutions. He warns many firms pretend to be legitimate brokerages while gambling on stock deliveries and notes Ohio law lacks clear definitions of bucketshops.
A Broad Street druggist named J and Dykeman markets the Kidney Cure and Nerve Tonic as a universally effective remedy. He claims the preparation cures kidney troubles and nervous disorders and offers to refund if not effective.
Marie Upp is granted a divorce from Clark Upp in the court of common pleas. She claims partial property loss since marriage in 1904 and alleges cruelty from April 1905, including beating and desertion. The notice also references a separate bankruptcy hearing for Elyria Candy Co. filed by John Peter Hidt.
A fashion feature highlights lightweight, stylish ladies’ wear with emphasis on safety and comfort. The piece notes evolving silhouettes, versatile fabrics, and practical travel-ready designs favored by modern women.
A Fall River man sought a marriage license to wed his mother-in-law at Providence City Hall. Clerks refused citing Ghapin rule and Rhode Island General Laws prohibiting marriages within certain familial relationships. An official advised that if the man were divorced or widowed he could marry, but the current request was not allowed.
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