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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1899
Page
2
Elyria newspaper publishes a slate of state and county tickets with candidates for governor treasurer auditor attorney general and Supreme Court justice. It includes Andrew G. Comings for representative and various county roles with names such as Frank Hope Man and Aames Mia Ycon for commissioners.
Mayor Reefy yields to public demand and bans Sunday baseball, enforcing laws alongside earlier bans on Sunday beer and horseracing. The Elyrian Republican misrepresented his stance, prompting editorials on truth and responsibility. Business leaders worry about combines and the bicycle trust, while A L Graftford is praised for fearless advocacy.
The Medina Gazette reports on primary reform efforts, voter registration changes, and attempts to curb party manipulation. It notes editor Rowe’s crusade against lawless behavior at Chippewa Lake, rising real estate activity in Elyria, and broad distrust of trusts with public meetings featuring Hon. Wm. A. Braman. The piece also covers Republican and Democratic tensions, party alignments, and local newspaper stances on trusts and gubernatorial candidates.
An essay argues unrest in the labor world signals either danger or progress, praising discontent as a historic driver of change. It decries strikes as destructive, urging arbitration and mutual respect between employers and workers to align profits with humane treatment and shared welfare. The piece envisions a future built on fair rights, loyalty, and lawful order rather than greed or jealousy.
Mr Garford, a Republican speaker at the chamber of commerce Friday night, claimed the Democratic party bears responsibility for the hard times and market panic. He argued the causes lay in expectations surrounding free trade legislation and government expenses, a view his republican allies echoed as unlikely to sway Democrats.
A notice from Blyrin Lorain County Ohio invites sealed proposals for heating the Children’s Tote Building. Bids due at county auditor’s office in the court house by twelve o’clock July 1800. Specifications require bonds, materials, labor, and adherence to county regulations.
Probate notice lists claims filed by Hite as proband of various estates. Names include Lorin, Helen, Strother, Wood, Turret, Weber, Webber, and others. Mentions locations, dates, and court actions with June 16 as a referenced date.
Lorain County invites sealed proposals for the substructure and erection of the Whitney Bridge over the Black River. Bids due at the County Commissioners office by 5 PM July 35, with bonds of $5000 required. proposals must include detailed material, strength, and plan specifications.
Photographers gather for the Annual Convention of the Photographers' Association at Celeron New York from July 21 to 22. One fare for round trip via Nickle Plate Road. Daily fast express trains offered. inquire at agents for details.
Advertisement calls for proposals by Lorain County Commissioners for protection work on the Black River Bridge at Lorain Ohio. Bid details include requirements, bid security, and completion terms. specifications and forms provided by the county auditor with open bid opening and contract terms governed by county rules.
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