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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1906
Page
1
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Fragmentary post card text references an order or warning about a killer named Herpicide. It mentions soldiers, a reunion, and a cartoon, with unclear wording about danger and harm. Names, dates, and concrete details are unreadable in the fragment.
Helen Smith as executrix of Lloyd James Safths estate sues C and W for 10000 for the death of nine year old Lloyd James Saft h at Oberlin on September 6 1908. It is charged a high tension wire failed due to worn supports and inadequate insulation causing the boy to die while crossing an open field. Matthew Lescher sues Nicholas Dettrich for 5000 for an assault on July 17 1906 in which Lescher alleges Dettrich knocked him down and beat him, fracturing his jaw and causing two months of lost wages as foreman of a steel plant buffer shop.
Morristown Nova Scotia December 31 A 25 year old George Davis died while rescuing eight year old John Arke from icy water. Davis reached the boy through a hole in broken ice and, after handing a rope to his wife, was swept back into the river as the rope broke. Both man and boy perished.
The Second Congregational Church announces gospel meetings led by Tw. Stapleton of Cleveland, with Gilbert of Oberlin directing singing. A boys and girls service Friday at 3 pm, a men’s meeting Sunday at 3 pm, and nightly sessions led by Stapleton through the week. Pastor John B. Reese urges participation to seek spiritual welfare and souls worth.
Cronnoud s Messe Solonells directed by Sr Ilorner drew praise from the audience last evening. Florence Jenny soprano from Oberlin, Cole Cleveland tenor, and Gus Terry Higha baritone delivered excellent performances. The First Congregational church program announced a repeat rendering next Sunday in Lorain, and Lorain’s choir will visit to perform The First Christmas there after their success last year.
The seekership for the House of Representatives has opened. In Columbus the topic rose after Speaker Thompson became secretary of state. Freeman Engle Huey of Mahoning and Doll of Warren are active candidates. Bassett of Lucas prefers judge appointment but would run for speaker if unavailable.
A playful verse contrasts 1916 and 1927 figures in a lively shift from a shaken past to a reawakened present. The piece imagines a sprightly figure stirring action then taking a rest, hinting at cycles of time and renewal.
Rail officials across states debate a proposed two-cent rate law. Lawmakers in New York, Pennsylvania, and western sites push similar measures while Congress considers a national two-cent rate bill. Railroads expect opposition to passage everywhere.
A furnace workers movement in Cleveland aims to secure higher wages and an eight hour day across Ohio steel mills. A future convention would bring representatives from all furnaces to press the United States Steel trust and independent mills to recognize the union.
William Hughes, a 50 year old habitual drunkard, was arrested after singing gospel hymns on the street. Police found him boisterous and under the influence with around 20 signs of intoxication. He kept singing as officers arrived, calling to be taken to Jesus.
The Second Congregational Church will hold its annual meeting on Tuesday evening January 1. Members gather for a 5 to 8 pm social hour at the church, followed by supper. Department heads will present reports, officers will be elected, the membership roll revised, and a new financial policy discussed.
Wilson acquires Henry Wurst’s stake in the Andwur Hotel Company in a deal believed near 40000 dollars. Wurst helped found the firm years ago as the Andwur name blended Andress and Wurst for the hotel. Stones removed from East Bridge Street sidewalk last week blocked passage. police ordered replacement after Sunday closures.
In Neveland on December 31 the Cleveland Electric Railway started selling tickets at seven for a quarter, effectively a three-cent fare test tied to the Tom Johnson proposal that has stirred city debate for years. The system will be tried indefinitely to assess public reaction and feasibility for broader adoption.
A Wooster wedding turned out to be an elopement when Miss Gertrude Martin traveled to Wooster with plans to visit relatives. She and Frank Crlogs secured a license, wed in Wooster, and sent out cards announcing the marriage.
A chamber committee met with 25 business leaders in the city council chamber to discuss hiring a paid secretary for the board. RE F Allen was named to solicit subscriptions from individuals and factories to fund the salary and expenses. Several candidates surfaced for the roughly $2,000 yearly position. Elyria police reported 42 arrests in December with fines totaling $273.25 for licenses and $11 in additional penalties.
The survey of a new electric line route from Norwalk to Ottawa is completed. It links Cleveland and Southwestern’s Cleveland to Indianapolis line with Ottawa and Clifton Tad. Right of way is being secured, 40 to 50 feet wide, to allow future double tracking and through limited cars between Cleveland and Indianapolis.
A Cleveland plan ended when Latta B Gerunds and Maal W Pater sought a marriage license without truthful residence details. The minister refused to perform the ceremony after discovering the misrepresentation, the license was cancelled, and the couple regained honesty and obtained a valid license later with Judge Hinnman confirming it. Beyond this, notices include a laundry help ad and a plea to Governor Mickey by G F King regarding his prisoner brother.
Forbes retires from the clerical post on January 7 after several years of service. C. Le Good to succeed, taking office as the only elected member from an area party. L. W. Moore becomes independent to fill WOP Wired’s vacancy.
The board of public service held a special meeting Saturday evening to discuss bids for sewer construction and adjourned after passing a few bills. A meeting will be held this evening to complete consideration of several pending matters.
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