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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1907
Page
3
The article surveys early spring dress revival of 1830 lines with drooping Empire scarf effects, soft fabrics like chiffon velvet, and long shoulders. It highlights lace collars, net and velvet trims, and the prominence of bracelets and bangles, noting snake designs and gemstone settings as fashionable.
In Marion Ohio on January 25 Cornelius Brewer aged 21 and Amy Wren aged 17 faced a stalled ceremony. The magistrate refused to complete the marriage until Brewer secured Probate Judge Foster's permission and the word yes was spoken. Brewer had earlier been persuaded by family to proceed.
The funeral of Alton Bager, a war veteran and engineer, was held Sunday at 1 pm from his father in law Pred Hart's North Ridge home in Toledo. mourners from Clyde and Fremont attended in a body. Advertised tonic claims by Hollister and A E Frost.
A cryptic passage notes wealth has limited value except for rice and practical use, urging early action and purpose in pursuing basic needs. The text presents no clear people, places, or events, but centers on frugal priorities and utilitarian aims.
The article stresses trimming root ends before planting to avoid lengthy holes and root damage. It warns that neglect causes loss of young trees and that overwatering houseplants is a common error, with many beginners watering daily and harming growth.
Practical advice on watering plants, soil aeration, and potting. Guidance includes when to water by soil dryness, how to soak pots thoroughly, and ensuring roots receive air. Notes on pruning, air, and feeding for decorative shrubs and potted fruits, with anecdotes from WN Hutt and William Turner.
Herietta Scott filed in Lorain county common pleas a partition petition against Willett Finn and unknown heirs of Zelia Finn and Mrs Fenn. The land described is Lot Fourteen in Binghamton village, Camden township, Lorain County, containing 28 100 of an acre, per plat. The case is No 1591 dated December 10 1906.
Correspondents report from LaGrange June 22 with visits from Miss Effie Mcibbin of New Castle and Fttle mepnew of Cleveland. Lectures on Andersonville Prison Life continue next Friday and Saturday. Weddings, illnesses, and travel updates follow local events and road conditions amid community sympathies and visits by neighbors and relatives.
South Ridge notes from Jan 22 report upcoming English services at the church next Sunday evening. Local residents appear in visits and social updates, including Mrs Kate Beal, Miss Florence Hollinsworth, Mr and Mrs Schaible, S Eppley, George Vogler, and others. An obituary recalls Mrs Amy Crosier, with details of family and mourners.
West Ridge updates report a mix of social visits, illnesses, family moves, and local business notes as residents attend to family needs. The Pedro club hosts guests while bachelors move to Cleveland, and mill operations resume. Advertising promotes DeWitts Little L liver pills and Kodol for indigestion with local druggists carrying both.
Tsage Wright and wife spent last week visiting friends in Cleveland. May Grundy visited in Kipton. Mrs Frank Edwards returned from Cleveland Thursday and is much improved in health. Virgil Burge was in Elyria for business.
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