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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1907
Page
7
John Morrison nicknamed Pinch from Lorain city earned deafening applause after a six day roller skate race at Lorain rink. He finished third despite a severe fall and covered about 4 1/2 miles in a week with nightly hours on the floor, narrowly beaten by larger rivals.
A jumble of spring training notes reports 38 Sox games scheduled, new signings like Perrine with Washington, and players changing roles or trades involving clubs such as Pittsburgh and St. Louis. Mentions of Northwestern and P.O. League expansions, along with managers like Armour and Mack, frame a busy prep for the season amid humorous asides about cooks and pancake plugs.
Statement from George E. Hill, appointed receiver, assures readers the Elyria Reporter will continue to publish every night. He emphasizes prepaid subscriptions and advertiser contracts will be honored, and outstanding accounts will fund operating costs and debts that led to the receiver appointment.
Elyria will welcome two new Ghoo-Choo cars this summer with more possible. Last week J. C. Hill bought a Jackson touring car and H. M. Leonard followed suit. Deliveries are promised within 30 days.
Elyria residents plan to attend the Cleveland Auto Show opening at 7:30 PM in the Armory Building. Officials predict it will be one of the largest auto events in years as manufacturers show strong interest and many stands are booked, with remaining exhibitors using nearby buildings.
In a southern Ohio county game New Lexington clashed with Leesburg as Dutch Horstman powered a ball toward a fence. Pet McClure grabbed the ball cover mid flight, letting the ball sail over the fence for a mixed play. Umpire Hartnett ruled it a two base hit after weighing a half caught, half over the fence result.
Glenville defeats Elyria 35 to 20 on Glenville floor Saturday afternoon. Captain Clark stars for Glenville with Allen and Tunington aiding Elyria. Elyria struggles on the small gym floor but steadies later. Clark repeatedly scores despite appendicitis.
A Sandusky meeting failed to finalize admitting the city team to the O and P league. Managers refuse to overlook issues while Sandusky fans struggle to raise 2500 dollars needed to release Erie from the Interstate league. A new Akron meeting is planned to decide whether Sandusky and Erie join or are dropped.
A San Francisco dispatch reports Harry Corbett, brother of famed hunter and boxer Jim Corbett, was found dead in his room on Saturday morning by friends. Described as a sporting man, his last life is said to have led to the unexpected demise.
Advertisement offers a commission based path into real estate and fire insurance with no capital, promising sole agency for towns, conveyancing, mortgaging, policy writing, and collaboration. Includes sales pitch to contact Ozama A. Tarbell & Co., South Bend, Ind, for free details. Also promotes DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve, Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea, and other tonics with product claims and pricing.
Employment brief notices show Fred Fear & Co. seeking a second girl for 104 Grace Court, plus a call for salesmen in grocery drug and related trades offering a good position to the right man. Include references and experience. address 25 Wade Building Cleveland. 216-30 Ft So
A 1906 timetable lists east and west bound trains with numbers, times, and divisions, followed by a Q&A column answering reader questions about the Electrogen Company product. The ad claimsElectrogen cures blood, stomach, liver and nerve issues and offers a free 50 cent bottle with a mailed request.
Estate of Sarah Ann Bucknell in Eaton Lorain County appoints Daisy J Reisinger as administratrix with the will annexed dated January 23 1907. Bucknell estate proceeds under Lorain County probate following death of Sarah Ann Bucknell with will annexed administrator appointed.
Public timetable details show frequent departures from Elyria to Cleveland and Oberlin with numerous limiteds and hourly services to various destinations including Lorain Amherst Grafton Norwalk and Sandusky. Eastbound and westbound lines specify times effective February 2 1906 and June 25 with multiple stops and special service for Vermilion Sandusky and Toledo.
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