Agricultural Society in Elyria Faces Membership and Vote Tangles
The agricultural society of Lorain County prepares for its annual meeting at the Corre house next Saturday as fears rise over shrinking membership. Elyria will wield 200 votes while farmers outside town hold 48, amid questions over 65 ticket holders with no treasury contributions and potential court challenges over voting rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pest Ratunday
Tore
Bbrvia
Hiviiaig
Brighton
Columbia
Grafton
Lorain
Pittsfield
Eaton
Brownhielm
North Amhierst
Elytia
Tthe Society
Elyria
W. B. Johnston
Johnston
Tailor Rudolph Goetz Survives Frightful Shop Prank
Rudolph Goetz a U S Davis tailor was startled by a prank in his shop. A heated scuffle followed when a companion threw a long unused cartridge into the store and the door was blocked. Goetz hid in a coal box to escape the chaos and later emerged unharmed after the joke was revealed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rudolph Goetz
U. S. Davis
Rudy
New St Marys Church Plans School House Addition
The congregation and trustees decided to erect a brick school house behind St Marys Church on Fourth street. The building will have six large rooms eight hallways stone trim and modern improvements with a frontage of sixty four feet and cost about fifteen thousand dollars, pending bishop approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary's Church
Fourth Street
For Sale Three Farms on Murray Ridge North of Iso One
Three farms on Murray Ridge for sale located just north of Iso One and south of Wallhead's brickyard. Inquiry directed to E K Munsey, Sys, 60.7 aw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murray Ridge
Iso
Wallhead
E. K. Munsey
Sys
City Council Hears Sewer Franchises And Crosswalk Sketches
A busy Elyria council session covered sewer extension for Mak Catholic School on Third Street, formation of a new hook and ladder fire company, and protest over double assessments on Linke Avenue. Officials debated rail franchise terms, track placement, and ward crosswalks while railroads faced skeptical scrutiny and traffic safety concerns. Adjournment set for one week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Exory Menor
Thera
Arander
Criginy
Vue
Hafner
Hook and Ladder Company
Lem
Hie Old Hose, Hook and, Ladder Company
L. D. Boynton
Mulburt
Linke Avenue
Rush Street
West Street
Grundy
Snow
Stevens
West River Street
Geo. BH. Chamberlain
Elyria and
Grafton
Smith
Lake Shore
Elyria
Itsyas
C. E. & W. Company
Middle
East Avenues
West Avenue
Eady
Mueller
Lersch
LeMaster
Graundy
Council
Real Estate Transfers in Lorain and Surrounding Townships
A list of transfers shows Shaw Fuller and Goodwin Co selling town lots 588 539 540 511 for 4000 dollars. Bertha Kunze to Jennie Falconer lots 6 and 8 in G Hogans third addition for 1000. Worthy Streater to Paul Delloz lot 6 in block 33 in Selah Chamberlain allotment for 400. Arthur Agate to Sophia C Schable lot 47 in Fuller Nelson subdivision for 150. Ester Ann Moore to George Strickland lot 10 Wim Braman trustee second sub-division for 275. Fred Scheide to Charles W Scheide lots 1 2 9 10 in Charles and Fred Scheide's addition for 1200. James Stewart Harriet Stewart to Hannah Gettings part of center lot 4 Butternut Ridge for 100. Apolnia Smith to John Daggett forty feet from Milan D Holley corner for 800. Caroline A Nuhn et al to Charles H Nuhn part of lot 82 for 100. Helen M Warren and W D Warren to Ester B Warren part of lot 38 Wellington for 1.00. James Draper to Floy A Mills block 11 part of lots 8 4 and in Selah Chamberlain allotment for 1175. The Christian Moerlein Brewing Co to Ernest Mueller lot 4 block 17 Selah Chamberlain allotment Lorain for 2906.82. L Queer to Mary Queer to Geo Drescher part of lots 55 66 John Stangs addition Lorain for 925. M M Hobart trustee of The ee
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black River Township
Arthur Agate
Sophia C. Schaible
Fuller and Nelson
Carlisle
Ester Ann Moore
George Strickland
Wim. A. Braman
Black River
Fred Scheide
Charles W. Scheide
Charles
Elytia
James Stewart
Harriet Stewart
Hannah Gettings
Butternut Ridge
Aplonia Smith
John Daggett
Milan D. Holley
Caroline A. Nuhn
John F. Nuhn
Frank A. Nuhn
Mary ©. Nuhn
Melvin Fetherstone
Nuhn
Helen M. Warren
W. D. Warren
Ester B. Warren
Wellington
James Draper
Floy A. Mills
Selah Chamberlain
Lorain
Christian Moerlein Brewing Co
Cincinnati
Ernest Mueller
Selah
Chamberlain
Queer
Mary Queer
Geo. Drescher
John Stangs
M. M. Hobart
Reporter Moves to Ely Power Block On East Broad Street
The Reporter to vacate its East Broad Street building and relocate to the Ely Power Block. Old boiler and engine attachments sold to D A Cleveland for use in a new shop. Parts of the old machinery traded for a new plant, with offices to be on the second floor of the new block accessible from Mill Street or Brazil Street via stairs or elevator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goodye
Ely
Imino
East Broad Slrce
Baradineg
D. A. Cleveland
Condiueto Gem Enstreyer
Parti
Aachinert
Mill Street
Brasil Street
Thea Ely Block
Knights of St. John Install Officers at G A R Hall
Knights of St. John held an installation of officers Tuesday evening at the G A R hall attended by many. Officers installed included Rev Schaffeld spiritual adviser Fred Xappus president James Kana first vice president Leary second vice president H M Marx corresponding secretary John Rudolph financial secretary Joe Kelling Jr treasurer Q Kimball John Rudolph F Kelling trustees Otto Kimball first lieutenant Henry Foreman second lieutenant. An interesting program featured readings by Rev McGuire Rev Dwyer and Rev Shaffela with Wagner orchestra selections and solos by Mr and Mrs Fred W. Kelling and Geo. well received. Afterward a social hour followed with refreshments served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of St. John
G. A. RB. Nen
Rev. Schaffeld
Fred ©. Xappus
James Kana
Leary
H. M. Marx
Correstuniling
John Rudolph
Joe Kelling Jr
Q.kimball
F. Kelling
Otto Kimball
Henry Foreman
McGuire
South Lorain
Dwyer
Grafton Rand
Shaffela
Hlyria
Wagner
Fred W. 4Ling
Geo
Commissioner Hays Praises Tax Inquisitors Work
Commissioner Hays voiced strong support for employing tax inquisitors. He said over the past four years more than $2,000,000 was added to Lorna County tax duplicate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oy Commission
Hayasg
Lorna County
Lake Captain John W. Moore Dies at 63
Captain John W. Moore of Cleveland died Tuesday evening at a Cleveland hospital after a hospital transfer from his home at 1349 Detroit Street. A renowned lakesman, he was born at Avon Point sixty three years ago and spent his life at sea. He was an uncle to Truman Moore Leonard Moore Mrs Thomes Gawn and Mrs Amelia Parragher of Lorain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John W. Moore
Cleveland
Detroit Street
Captain Moore
Lakes
Avon Point
Truman Moore
Leonard Moore
Thomes Gawn
Amelia Parragher
Lorain
Novel Ladder Holst Agent Munson Demonstrates Fire Ladder
Oberlin agent Munson presents a novel ladder device with two men and a 50 foot ladder, enabling a hose stream to reach a building top. If the effectiveness holds, the apparatus may be adopted as new fire equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Munson
Oberlin
Hafner
First Congregational Society Suit Over Construction Costs
Frank Q O Weary sues the First Congregational Church Society of Elyria claiming a 5 percent lien on a stone church project. He states the total cost was 360,000 with 1,400 paid, leaving 1,100 due plus interest from January 1, 1900, and seeks judgment for the amount. Attorneys are Thomas and Chapman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank QO. Weary
Church Society of
Elyria
Plaintiff
Thomas and Chapman
Unique quarterly financial statement plan at Elyris church
The Methodist Episcopal church of Elyris publishes a quarterly financial statement detailing expenditures and receipts and lists contributors with their contributions beside each name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Methodist Episcopal Church of
Man fined for wife assault in county court
Branne, a farm worker, was charged with striking and insulting his wife during a quarrel over travel. Conatable Cahpou testified. he initially denied the charge but confessed after his wife testified. He paid a fine of 20 shillings and was warned never to repeat the act, or risk the workhouse. relatives described as highly respectable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winsings
Duntica Oliis
Chargyo Agsin
Justice Lord
Senate to Hear River and Harbor Bill and Other Early News
The river and harbor bill allocating 20 000 to Loram and 2 925 000 to Cleveland passed the House with only two dissenting votes. Three men, McAlister Campbell and Death, were found guilty of murder in New Jersey. Ex-mayor Robert E MelXasson wed Miss Langeman of Cleveland. Morgan syndicate and Federal Steel eye big acquisitions. Roosevelt’s Colorado rescue tale circulates. Quay wins PA senate seat after a bitter fight. Desperado Marvin Enbus captured near Logansport. Foraker and Pettigrew clash over Porto Rico attorney general appointment. Philippines saloon abolition defeated with Hanna and Foraker opposing. Final roll 2 yeas 43 nays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Loram
Cleveland
House
McAlister
Campbell
Death
Bosschister
Patterneon
New Jersey
San
Robert E. MelXasson
Miss Langeman
Wifh
Ridge Kohler
Morgan Syndicate
Garegia
Federal Steel Company
Roosevelt
Colorado
Mat Quay
United States Senate
Pennsylvania
Quay
Marvin Enbus
Jagt
Ohio
Logansport
Indhans
Elinhas
Foraker
Pettigrew
James
Harlan
Porto Rico
Judiciary
Philippines
Hanna
Senator Foraker
Congress
New Officers Elected for Hook and Ladder Co No 1
Hook and Ladder Company No 1 held a Monday night meeting and organized, electing Capt William Stolzenburg Liea Horace Beaver Sec Paul Steger Treas Henry Stolzenburg. Chief Hafner attended and gave a strong talk on fire suppression techniques.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hook and Ladder Co. No. 1
William Stolzenburg
Liea
Horace Beaver
Paul Steger
Treas
Henry Stolzenburg
Hafner
Hoya
Bally club formed by youths on Grace Court
A Bally club for "good souls" was organized near Grace Court at Clatcues Foater last Thursday night by a group of young men. Clarence Papier was elected president while the secretary and treasurer were also chosen. The club plans biweekly meetings and aims for success with varied members and activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Court
Clarence Papier
Bom
Sidrensiath
Double-Headed Calf Examined by Mrs Weilman in Elyria
A bizarre dairy case reports a two headed calf born to Mrs Irene Weilman near Oberlin. The animal possessed two front ends, displayed sluggish nourishment, and could not survive beyond three days. Weilman transported the creature to Elyria for stuffing and mounting.
Old Resident William Driggs Dies After Short Illness
William Driggs aged 71 died at his home south of town on the River road at 8 o'clock Monday morning after a brief pneumonia illness. He was an old resident of Elyria township.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Driggs
Big Peach Crop Report From Ottawa County
A Gypsum government official reports eastern Ottawa County yielded 800000 peach bushes in 100 shipments. The county wide harvest nears 1000000 bushels with western Ottawa contributing about 40000 bushels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Probate Court Sells Estate Debts Case Filed
Probate court petitions seek orders of sale to raise funds for the estate of Emil Sytins and the estate of J W Opperman. Named defendants include Julia Sabias widow of the deceased Mary Sabias and minor guardians. Cases involve heirs and creditors with measures to pay debts and expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. G. Redington
Emil Sytins
Pleintif
Julia Sabias
Deceaser
Mary Sabias
Frangis- Sabine
Aled Fox
Genie
J.W. Opperman
Roy Opperman
Nellie Opperman
J. J. W. Opperman
Anna
March
John Heynon
B&O Coal Officials Visit Lorain For Potential Rail Deal
The Times notes B&O officials visited Lorain and discuss a traffic arrangement with C L & W to funnel coal shipments through Lorain. If finalized, Lorain docks will see increased activity with round-the-clock coal handling and possible new machinery to meet demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorain
Sandusky
Cleveland
Wedding in Hawaii Unites Mrs Avastin and Rev Charles Austin
Mrs Helen Gardner of Elyria and Cleveland married December 27 in Kohala Hawaii. The ceremony occurred in a small church amid tropical settings. The bride wore white corded silk lace and carried maiden hair fern with two pink organdie attendants. The Rev Charles Austin was supported by two clergy friends. a reception followed and the couple planned a short sea trip before likely settling near Cincinnati.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Avastin
Helen Gardner
Elyria
Cleveland
Kohala
Hawaii
Charles Austin
Mr. Austin
Mrs. Austin
Cincinnati
Mary
Gardner
States
Washington Letter on McKinley Health and Senate Actions
President McKinley recovers from grip with doctors urging caution. The GOP scene centers on the army reorganization bill and Philippine policy amid Hill’s presidential prospects, Hill boosters, and dissent over naval subsidies. Eulogies for Senator Davis noted. Congress debated reapportionment and voting on pension bills while senators commented on leadership and policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis
Washington
Bird St. Coler
City of
New York
Mr. Coler
David B. Hill
Hill
McKinley
House
Senate
Honyr
Philippines
United States
Platt
Connecticut
Hanna
Wood for Sale Seasoned Hickory and Ash
A local ad offers seasoned hickory wood and seasoned ash wood for sale. The seller provides the address H, Friden atine, Box 545, Elyria for contact and pickup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friden
Elyria
Also Mentioned on This Page
Agricultural Society
Pemowret
Tle
Wert
Lenebh
Miho
Mrs Rose
East Avenue
Tsubel Ross
Ross
Mig. Ross
Hughena
Iya
Houry Smith
Hays
Ladder Holst
First Cong. Society
Weary
Billy Clob
Russia
Probate Court
B. & O. Coal
Lakeside Federation of Women’s Clubs
Andwor
Rixeyy
Bem
Yoon Huis
Raot
Tecauhe
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!