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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1901
Page
2
The Elyria Reporter lists editor names and announces subscription terms and pricing for daily and weekly editions. It notes carrier delivery and yearly rates, with city and local details implied.
The Board of Directors plans to reconsider and likely rescind the proposed selling of pools at the county fair. Some members argue the move was ill advised and untimely and may bring it back at the next meeting. State laws and a $800 appropriation condition complicate any action. The city printing contract was awarded to The Reporter, making it the official city paper for ordinances and legal notices for the coming year.
The Korain city committee seeks to influence the State Board of Equalization to cut local tax values. Elyria shows higher business assessments, with Broad street property valued far above Lorain, raising questions about equalization. The piece notes local officials, a Cleveland court martial, and honors Mrs. Catherine Boynton, while reporting statewide political commentary and a run of local notices and sales listings.
The Cleveland Park Board case exposes the long practice of enacting special municipal laws to suit cities. The Ohio Supreme Court ruled such acts violate the state constitution, urging a uniform municipal code. Advocates expect a push for standardized legislation and review of existing city laws. Real estate transfers listed include Mary and Robert Stevens and Jennie Alexander to Robert Idesan, undivided two thirds of 8213 acres in Lot 64 Eaton for 1800, among other listed transfers.
Miss Ida Dachtler of Gordon Avenue Cleveland died Sunday morning at age 22 from typhoid fever. She is a daughter of John Dachtler formerly of Elrgia and niece of Fred Dachtler and Mrs. Fredrick. Funeral will be held at 1 PM Tuesday at her Cleveland residence. She had many friends and relatives in this city who mourn her loss.
The wedding of attorney Fritz Radin of this city and Miss Ade Murphy of Van Wert will occur at the bride’s home later this week. Miss Murphy has taught at Van Wert schools for four years. The couple will visit Wayne and Chicago for a short time and will settle in a new house at the corner of West Broad and Water streets after returning.
County commissioners met Monday to map stone road projects for the year and to review petitions. Planned routes include Rochester Camden Avon Columbia LaGrange and Pittsfield townships the infirmary road from Elyria and at Lorain if the towns cooperate. They consider a half mile Penfield extension from the Wellington road with a contractor handling at the same price. The United States Telephone Company gained control of a consolidation involving the Elyria and Zanesville services.
Grafton locals report visits and illnesses including Nellie Whitbeck and Hazel Gee with the grip, school absences, and the return of Mia Mabel Chapman. The Big Four began grading for a double track east of town. Wallington fair set for August 21 22 and 23 with L. T. Wadsworth as secretary. Community events include entertainments by G11.8 students to fund cyclopedias, a baby arrival at Rey Leary’s home, and a surprise party at Dr. C F Park’s. Multiple residents were ill, including Mrs J Folay, W J Gibson, and Warren Nastings, with notes on heart trouble and pneumonia tendencies. Prof Merriman’s Paris in 1900 lecture praised. library gains Howe’s Ohio collection. Local officials and visitors noted from Elyria, Columbia Station, and Cleveland.
A string of social items from Lorain and Elyria recounts a sleigh party for Miss Rose Brnce on Seventh street, dances and card parties hosted by local families, theater and concert mentions, and visits by Elyrians to Cleveland. Attendees include Mrs. George A. Eile, Mrs. Jom Faxon, Mrs. Straus, Miss Wooster, Miss Clough, Miss Reely, and others. events span Christmas week to early March with travel to Buffalo, Wellington, and Oberlin.
The Lincoln birthday note gathers memorable sayings attributed to A. Lincoln. Phrases praise plain folks and toil from poverty, warn against intemperance, and urge prudent living. The piece blends quotes on trust, democracy, charity, and daily virtue with period voice and occasional misprints.
The Elyria Elks present their Second Annual Minstrels on Thursday and Friday evenings in February featuring a home talent cast, elaborate stage settings, and a strong chorus from Elyria with Johnston's Orchestra of Cleveland excluded. The production promises a lively, well funded show with high audience satisfaction expected.
Charles Garret files for divorce from Mary Garret on adultery grounds. Frank Garret named as correspondent. Charles seeks custody of five of six children. one child lives with a relative. Married since 1887. A R Webber of Carlisle represents the plaintiff.
Notice that Mary B. Hall is appointed and qualified as executor of the estate of John Sean Sail deceased. Dated this 6th day of January in the year AD 8t.
In the Court of Common Pleas Lorain County Jennie Mead plaintiff seeks divorce from Oscar Mead on grounds of gross neglect. Petition states she fled this petition and requests restoration of maiden name and equitable relief. Case number 0333 hearing after March 18 as per notice. Attorney: F.M. Stevens assistant.
Public auction of estate real estate in Lorain County Ohio under probate court order. The property near Lake Breese includes 100 plus acres with a residence, outbuildings, and lake frontage, appraised at 20100 dollars. Cash or installment terms with a deed mortgage securing the property. Ginnerr Carroux administrator of the Oren Moore estate announces the sale.
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