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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1902
Page
4
Norman Lockyer argues in Nature that many new stars may arise not from distant movement but from collisions of multiple meteorite swarms. Luminosity results from violent clashes between nebulae and comets, turning invisible swarms into bright new stars as collisions unfold.
In the White House waiting room Archibald Roosevelt rode stilts and caused playful chaos while the president and Mrs Roosevelt were occupied. After several slips he was moved to a private area to wait for the family. Archibald quickly remounted his stilts and resumed his lively antics despite the mishaps.
David A. Nicoll of Baltimore announces two methods to dissolve glass and recovers an ancient enameling insert. Using four chemical steps he renders glass soluble and forms a brushable liquid pigment. He showroomed a glasslike bath tub finished with the liquid and a pint bottle showing rapid hardening on paper.
A discussion of old etiquette during royal country-house visits notes that guests rise when royalty enters and that only the royal party uses finger bowls at dinner. The rule dates to the Pretender era when favorites drank Charlin across the water. Also mentions Morgan and a Christmas tree trust idea and a dental health advertisement for Kid-No-Oids with a testimonial from Mrs. John Hicks.
A Chicago Chronicle note urges today’s women to use money wisely and favor simple, individualized dress. Friezes and tweeds suit the country dresser, with Russian blouse styles weighted by serge or tweed and modest pouching. The slim figure can wear Paris trends with minimal belts and tailored backs.
A historical sketch argues that Mexican herders work only when driven by hunger and will slacken if left alone. It cites pack behavior, tampering with grub, and cultural stereotypes about laziness, contrasting with white workers who overcontrol or neglect sheep, amid observations on camp dynamics.
A Long Island man dies at 102 after a frugal, regular routine and abstinence from tobacco liquor and marriage worries. Newark Irishman dies at 104 claiming he ate any food, smoked and drank heavily, and avoided exercise. Also reports explosive water by Col Cornara, claimed to be 55 times powder energy, and a note on King Edward as bootmaker.
The United States Post Office Department confirms Hawaii as the official designation for the Hawaiian islands. Territory terms like Territory of Hawaii or Haw are not acceptable, with stationery and stamps reflecting Hawaii in full. Mail to Hilo or Muhukona Hawaii uses the same designation as Honolulu Hawaii, and Kamuela replaces Waimea on Hawaii while Waimea remains only on Kauai.
Article warns keepers of danger in monkey enclosures noting that despite apparent friendliness the apes can injure those entering their dens. A hiss may drive the monkeys away briefly, and keepers protect themselves with a bull snake from the reptile house while working among the cages.
British service papers note the prince of Wales is the first heir apparent to hold an actual naval commission. The heir’s future promotions will be rapid but honorary. The piece also recalls smallpox ravages among European royalty and cites population facts for Hoboken, noting 60 000 residents within one square mile and extensive marshland.
Medium sized black and brown house dog named Fracy missing. Reward offered. Finder urged to return to 852 Colombia Street.
At Gothenburg Da M Ekenberg claims to have invented a device that turns milk into a flour like powder with all milk’s qualities in concentrated form. The dry milk flour dissolves in water, resists souring and fermentation, stores in tins and bags, and may cost about 7 cents per 106 quarts to produce. It could revolutionize skimmed milk utilization and compete with existing casein products.
A spiritualist séance in Austin Fox ends abruptly after a "ghost" steps on tacks laid by two doubters. The moment injures the specter and frightens attendees, ending the event as promoters warn that touching a ghost could ruin experiments. Two skeptics, John and Henry Jacobs, witness the incident and avoid contact.
Dr. John Duncan Quachenbus, professor emeritus, told Medico-Legius Society associates in New York about a young actress who rose to fame in a single night under a hypnotic spell. He claimed her subconscious self controlled her acting, erasing fear and guiding her to success.
A compulsory education bill passed by the Reichstag will send regular truants to live in schoolhouses after April 1902. Early reports from Dresden, Hamburg, Berlin, Hannover, Breslau, Leipzig and Munich show a sharp drop in truancy as the law nears enforcement. Teachers foresee the need for the law fading. Also noted are population comparisons: Russia in Asia has 25,000,900 people versus Britain’s 207,000,000 under British rule.
The Oberlin Business College continues its liberal offer of free car fare between Elyria and Oberlin for local students seeking a business education. The program aims to provide access to quality schooling at no extra cost, encouraging young people to enroll. Inquiries directed to 203 Rast Street.
Fragmentary items describe a missing key in Cleveland travel note, a handyman services ad for soldering brazing and edge tool work, a spoof medical claim for Dr King New Life Pills, an auction or property sale notice, and a for sale or rent ad for two sources on West 4th Street with a new house and barn.
An advertisement extols DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as an unequalled remedy for burns and wounds especially in children. It claims rapid pain relief and healing, warns against counterfeits, and includes a testimonial by James Mock of N Webster Indiana noting eczema cure after doctors gave up.
Travel ads describe tourist excursions from Chicago to San Francisco and Los Angeles via the Great Rock Island route with weekly departures and daylight daylight views across the Rockies and Sierra Nevada. Listings promote first class sleepers Chicago to San Francisco and request inquiries to F L Miller T P A. Also includes medical testimonial copy for liver and stomach remedies and Kodol Dyspepsia Core endorsements.
Mrs. B Hunt of Lime Ridge Wisconsin faced a dire stomach illness and yellow jaundice after gallstones formed and health declined. A doctor warned only surgery could save her but after using Helptric Bitters she fully recovered. The remedy claims to cure stomach liver and kidney issues including dyspepsia and loss of appetite and is sold by H J Eady for 50 cents with guarantee.
The Cleveland Elyria and Western Railway announces hourly service from Public Square Cleveland to Elyria Oberlin Wellington and Lorain with through connections and frequent cars. It highlights cantilever bridge views of Rocky River Bluffs Puritas Springs and picnic routes. J Wilson G P A Cleveland Ohio detailed schedule and excursion rates are provided.
A fragment from a 19th century ad listing Dr Kings New Discovery for coughs and lung issues sold by H J Eady with trial bottles offered. Also promotes Boschee German Syrup by Dr A Boschee claiming rapid relief and wide sales. Includes price notes and a nondescript endorsement.
Mrs Mary Bid of Harrisburg Pa says a cough remedy saved her child from danger and she would have lost her girl without One Minute Cough Cure. The ad touts the product as a safe immediate cure for coughs croup and throat troubles and suitable for children with a pleasant taste.
Elyria to Grafton trains depart every 90 minutes starting at 6 50 a m and Grafton to Elyria every 90 minutes starting at 6 00 a m Last Elyria to Grafton train departs 10 15 p m with Grafton return at 10 45 p m A theater car runs on show nights from Elyria opera house Tickets available at the O E W Ry ticket office Elyria
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