09 Feb 1903
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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1903
Page
1
Miss HE Sessoms of Decatur writes about severe stomach and bowel agony from indigestion. The note praises a medicine from a local drug store as a remedy, claiming it cured pain and improved health after trying various treatments. The vivid account emphasizes relief and satisfaction with the product.
A chaotic collage of patent medicines and medical claims dominates the page. Prominent pitches tout Dr Kings New Discovery for consumption and coughs, Boschee’s German Syrup, DeWitt’s Little Early Risers, Kodol, and various tonics. The text hawks guaranteed relief, trial bottles, and broad remedies amid scattered names and place references.
A limited round trip fare offers reduced rates for travel to the State Convention by the Central Paywager association. The special rate covers continuous passenger transport in either direction with return by June 28 or 29, 190%.
Twenty one years ago today Beb Yrd 1882 KE H Hinman assumed probate duties in Lorain County. The seven art house era began with Hinman in office and his record remains praised as long as the current tally confirms stability. Ernie Leas won the top prize at Dixon’s shooting gallery last week, receiving an elegant gold watch.
Reports say moulders at Fox Furnace Co postal cards spoiled in transit are now redeemed at a discount. Postmaster will pay cents per card. Cards tied to a strike and misused to access boxes by a minor rings. Officials implement new rule banning rent of boxes to minors without guardian consent.
The Lake Ene fishing business faces a declining season with many firms in debt and expecting a poor spring run. Analysts note that two good years are followed by a bad one, leading to fewer fishing firms next year and widespread concern among fishers.
Last Friday night a lodge event organized in Ligiin by the Vastirn Star saw forty one candidates receive initiation. Oberho sent about twenty seven members and Lorin lodge conducted the floor work amid a large turnout, followed by a fine banquet. Lake Shore officials deny plans to abolish the 20 hour New York Chicago Limited as the Pennsylvania special prep launches unfold.
Toledo mayor Samuel Jones denounces political parties while defending past Democratic ties. He laments a lack of shared taste and common thought linking earthly life to higher ideals. Gold Cord Leady at Union Woolen Mills advertises mining ventures and stock offers with $30,000 monthly profits.
Elyria saw the formation of a new union named the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners last Friday evening. Sixteen members were admitted, with plans for additional joiners to join at the next meeting. E G Johnson, president of the Cleveland district council, presided and assisted by Lorain lodge members.
Insurance claim for the Oberlin college chapel fire on January 25 was settled Saturday. The clock tower burnage caused a dispute but the loss overall is covered. The college receives the full amount of insurance less 200 dollars, totaling 20 600 dollars. A concert and supper event details follow for February 2 at the Second WE church in Elzna and the Metropolitan Hotel dining room.
Oberlin announces a week of events starting Tuesday March 12 with a grand concert by the Musical Union and the Boston Festival Orchestra. Lohengrin is staged Wednesday and President King is inaugurated. May 13 marks Oberlin Seminary commencement with campus visits anticipated. State officials report on Lake Erie poaching and gun laws ahead of legislative action.
Mrs Fannie K Hoyle dies at her daughter Mrs Gage Lewis home on Fourth Street from heart failure after a long illness. She was forty two years old. The funeral is set for Thursday at 2 pm.
Elyria and Lorain interest grows as experts report an oil well now being drilled at Wilbur Heights northwest of town. The well may reach 3000 feet if needed with plans for additional wells in the same locality.
A local attorney notes a defect in the municipal code will force board of education members to hold over until next year. The notice mentions terms ending and successors elected and qualified, with a legal rationale cited from the code.
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