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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1902
Page
6
A Cleveland mail run report describes smoke billowing from a sack on a mail car. Inside a box of cheap jewelry and celluloid roses exploded from heat near steam pipes, nearly destroying the mail. The incident prompts a note that smoking in cars is prohibited to prevent similar fires.
A small audience heard Prof McConaughy illustrate the life of D L Moody and the Moody schools at Northfield Mc Hermon and Chicago. The talk featured lantern slides and the marble marker bears the inscription He that doeth the will of God abideth for ever. Moody’s schools train young men for usable life, with many graduates leading in college or Christian work though most students enter the workforce. At Herron the yearly cost runs about 5400 per term of sixteen weeks, with flexible terms allowing withdrawal and reentry. summer term from May 1 to mid August is highly valued, hosting noted Bible teachers and extending education opportunities.
Huntington, candidate for council from the first ward, voiced his stance on the gas price policy and on the city’s bid to buy Ridgelawn cemetery. He urged a price that fairly compensates producers and proposed the city acquire 50 to 100 acres of land near the populated area to establish a temporary Meantime cemetery, suggesting the existing cemetery limits should not be extended. Another note mentions Mr and Mrs John Baldauf hosting friends from Operlin and West Ridge last Saturday.
Probate Court records show G. J. Baumbart as administrator for J. W. Opperman’s estate with an order of sale issued. Joseph Nolty, from Oberlin, examined by the grand jury and Judge Hinman, deemed mentally de generate but not insane and discharged. KE Wells Jr. asks permission to sell land to reinvest funds. J. T. Haskell, administrator of Philander Nichols’ estate, received an order of sale.
A Columbus school board meeting approved a resolution barring dancing at future high school receptions. The move, aimed at all high schools but felt most at Central High, threatens a 25 year old junior senior dance tradition. With a quorum barely met and many supporters absent, students hope for repeal before June elections.
Alfred D. Stocking appointed executor of the estate of Frank E. Stocking in Elyria. John Melin, James Melin and Thomas Carlin named appraisers. David Decker appointed administrator of Frederick Decker's estate, bond $3000 by Jacob Schaible and Allen Sanders. Enola Morehouse administratrix of John Urban's estate settles with Chicago and Eastern Illinois railroad. $2416.20 available, $900 to the decedent's minor son Howard, remainder to widow. An extra bond of $500 signed by Henry Wurst and P. Adams. FE Haskell administrator of Philander Nichols estate in Wellane files inventory.
Six contestants vied for the Oberlin Oratorical Prize with Woodnut of sophomore class winning $50 for “Gettysburg” and Cher von Lubken of Bremerhaven Narck taking $20 for “Big a Patriot.” Judges praised thought and delivery though one colored contestant led early.
A party of sixteen Elyria residents gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. I. A. Freeman in LaGrange on Thursday evening. Attendees included Mor. and Mrs. Wilcox, Mr. and Mrs. Birdsall, Mr. and Mrs. Gerd, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence, Mr. and Mrs. Chapman, Dr. and Mrs. French, Dr. Ward, Mrs. Guy Goodman, Fred Reaves, and W. J. Spear. LaGrange locals also attended, enjoying a fine social. Miss Lottie Hosin, formerly a student at Oberlin Business College, has begun work in the recorder’s office.
A detailed 1902 notice outlines Republican primary procedures for Elyria city and township. It lists the wards, polling places, and offices to be elected, sets dates and hours, and specifies eligibility for voters and candidates. It also covers ballot format, vote counting, and penalties for violations, signed by W. LeMaster and Eric D. Chapman.
A reader note describes a cheap Sunday trip on the One Plate Road with free tickets and a round trip fare between two stations. It mentions a single ticket agent to furnish full information and lists locations in Indiana, including Fort Wayne and nearby areas.
A Columbus Street resident voices East Side frustration over four years of stalled water and sewer upgrades while other city areas gain privileges. The letter criticizes politicians, legal costs, and delays, urges a shift in policy toward lake water, and calls for prompt, independent review before further expenditure.
The Elyria Literary club met with Miss Imella E. Phipps on Monday evening to hear a Health Culture paper by Dr. Bickford. Fred B. Emery presided, Miss Cardoc discussed classes, and Supt. Comings directed Macbeth readings with violin numbers by Miss Naylor. Light refreshments followed provided by Miss Bivins and Miss Phipps.
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