23 Jul 1903
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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1903
Page
1
A new law raises the cost of multiple naturalization and immigration documents from 150 to 24670 and increases filing requirements. It mandates two witnesses for applications and requires applicants to disclose more information about their background and health status. The changes affect eligibility and proof of residence, with stricter scrutiny by authorities.
Fragmentary notes describe a telephone system change affecting party line operations and several persons on a shared line. The text hints at new equipment and confusion among subscribers about who can access calls.
Wheelock of Oberlin is in a very serious condition after the wreck. He suffers multiple fractures and internal injuries and is not expected to live. other patients including Brien and Oaler are also reported in serious or improving condition.
An incomplete record notes that members voted to hold semi monthly meetings throughout the summer with a meeting to narrow Pinto and discuss the present state of affairs.
A patient with severe eye trauma sought care after a sunlit pane damaged vision. Doctors observed blood pooling and tissue issues but could not restore sight, noting improvement only in the patient’s condition while the eye remained blind.
Local residents recall disturbances around a Polish settlement near Turner Street after a Sunday brawl. A 14 year old boy discovered a dead man in the woods on Monday, prompting unsettled rumors of a murder and investigations by authorities.
The fragment notes Joe Pais and a youth figure in a July gathering at Livzre 4 perled roeem L. It describes an exceptional unity event tied to Fais size, dating to July last vent, with roven PIASts mentioned.
Local notice reports the death of Beath of an Entiat aged three months old, child of XW Bitch of Dake menne. Funeral is planned for tomorrow.
Elyria fire department lets contract for furnishing uniforms to D Freese the clothier. The outfit includes blue coats with white flannel shine a blue cap and a black belt for each man.
Frank Nichols appeared before Mayor Volgoer on a non support charge involving Ingmino son. He pleaded not guilty but was found guilty, fined $25 and costs, and ordered to serve thirty days in the workhouse.
Report says six men fled as burglars attempted entry at a residence on a Tuesday night. One resident says he saw six figures fleeing across the yard, but darkness prevented description. A later note mentions a vacation ad and reduced-rate travel tickets.
R G Holland was appointed about two years ago as health officer for an indefinite term. A new health board this spring appointed E T B Ronson as health officer. Holland contests the change claiming his office persists under the new code and that he may collect his $100 annual salary.
Henry Andess of Elyria purchased the 54 foot frontage on East Erie avenue at Lorain from former owner D Cox for 2300 dollars. The deal transfers ownership of a key riverfront parcel. Andess is noted as the buyer in the public sale record.
The article describes Babcock and associates facing disorderly conduct charges after a tense standoff. The Tinker Brothers plead guilty to related offenses and await trial. A microscope power discussion follows, detailing theoretical instruments and optics.
The will of Lawrence Krebs of Avon is admitted to probate. Barbara Krebs is named as life tenant with remainder to the children share and share alike.
Attorney Thomas L Johnson testifies creditors' claims in a bankruptcy hearing on Wednesday. He says Adams and Sarber ran a business that earned money quickly and spent it, mostly on reckless living, while former bookkeeper G N Smirrick was examined but nothing material was learned.
Fragmentary OCR style notice hints at a clothing store event or promotion. Appears to reference a storefront in Lithia and a past year, with garbled names and dates. Core facts remain unclear due to text corruption.
A fragmentary notice lists licenses and several individuals with ages and occupations in unclear places including Oberlin Avon Elyria and Gollin wood. Mentions of a coast trip and an uncle figure appear amid garbled phrases.
Trustees of the Second Methodist church of this city buy a lot in Carlisle of Geo Ely. They plan a frame church and expect to hold final arrangements by week end at a trustees meeting. Perry Merideth HE Jones and W Ht South head the board.
Two Lorain County inmates from the Manste t penitentiary were paroled after trial. Nicola Corturmo and Andrew Neamer, both from Lorain Center, pled guilty to a shooting that wounded a man. They were sentenced and released after claiming residency and posting bonds at local offices. The case references a jewelry loan dispute with Myre Winthead Habrouxlt and Botimer.
A fine lot of water color paintings by G SEtwell will be on exhibition at Eldred Book Store starting Wednesday the 22nd and lasting through the week. This is a rare opportunity to view and acquire the pieces.
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