Lightning hits infirmary barns in fiery blaze
A severe thunderstorm struck Saturday between three and four o clock, igniting the main barn at the county infirmary and two adjacent structures. Despite efforts by Mr Johnson, inmates, and neighbors, the barns and contents including hay, grain, and tools were destroyed, with some stock and wheat saved. total loss around 6000 dollars, while the infirmary building remained unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
Lifirmary
Jolson
Elyria
Barns Burned in Sheffield Along Abbey Road
Lightning struck barns and outbuildings on the Leopold Gubeno farm near Abbey Road south of the Catholic church in Sheffield. The blaze, between three and four am Saturday, destroyed hay and grain in the freshly harvested crop with total loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leopold Gubeno
Abbey Road
Sheffield
Bridge struck by lightning near C E and W at Carlisle
Lightning hit the C E and W bridge west of H A Eady's place at Cottesbrooke in Carlisle Saturday morning. The ironwork burned and bent, the trolley wire tore loose, but repairs kept cars running as usual.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. E. and W
H. A. Eady
Cottesbrooke
Carlisle
Wreck on Bj ang O Railroad Near New London
A double header fast freight split in two just after noon Friday two miles from New London. Thirty cars of coke derailed and track was torn up. Three men rescued one unidentified fatality and two injured men from West Salem Messia Gerhart and Wood expected to recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bjang O
New London
West Salem
Messia
Gerhart
Wood
Jared
Will
Tipped Over. Liveryman Ensign Involved In Runaway
A liveryman named Ensign reported around seven o clock that a team of his horses was runaway toward Broad Street from Washington Avenue. The horses rounded the corner near the bank, the carriage toppled, one horse fell, the other struck Ensign, the under horse injured the rider and the carriage severely damaged, with no grave injuries reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ensign
Washington Avenue
Broad Street
Oberlin Council OKs Wash College Street Paving
At a special meeting the Oberlin council passed an ordinance to pave Wash College Street from Main to Prospect. The Norwalk branch of the C E and W will depart Oberlin via this street. Water and sewer connections are ready so future work will not require tearing up the pavement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oberlin Council
Richard Allen Post Quarters for G A R Parade
The Richard Allen Post We 5 arranged for quarters not Gordon school house. The G A R parade in Cleveland on September 11 will be led by the Maccabee Band with about two hundred veterans in the Richard Allen Post garade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Gordon School
Gordon Avenue
Elijah Hayden
Richard Allen Post
We. 5
Maccabee
School House Damaged by Lightning Near Cemetery
Lightning struck the East Side school house chimney near the cemetery on Friday morning. The damage was minor with loose bricks scattered about two feet from the top. Repairs can be made with little expense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Side
Ridgeville Barn Burns in Lightning Blaze
A Ridgeville barn on Island road north of Ridgeville burned Saturday morning after being struck by lightning during a thunder shower. The fire consumed the new barn and grain inside, making the blaze quick to develop.
Kennan Expelled from Russka by Russian Officials
George Kennan, noted American lecturer and author, has been ordered to leave Russia at once under a new law targeting undesirable foreigners. Russian authorities charge political untrustworthiness and fear further disclosures of Siberian penal methods in his writings and lectures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Kennan
Kennan
Siberian
Lorain County Druggists Hold Annual Meeting
Lorain county druggists met at the Andwu hotel with twenty eight names on the roll and seventeen members responding. E W Adams of Wellington chaired and Wurll Honecksz of Lorain kept minutes. New members Wright Henk and Eugene Eddy joined. officers elected by acclamation include president B W Adams and vice president J M Gardner, with William Honecker as secretary treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorain County
Andwu
E. W. Adams
Wellington
Wurll Honecksz
Lorain
Mr. Cooper
Northern Ohio Druggists' Association
Messrs. Wright and Henk
Eugene Eddy
B. W. Adams
J. M. Gardner
Oberlin
Treasury
William Honecker
Lo| Tain
H. el Uady
Elyria
Dr. Houghton
F. J. Frank
T. H. Rowland
Arrest Report for Horse Ill-Treatment in Berea
Thursday afternoon Officer Whitney arrested Joe Prissiki of Berea for mistreating a horse described as skin and bones. He was jailed while the horse lay exhausted in Ensign's barn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitney
Joe Prissiki
Berea
Ensign
Telephone helps catch two chicken thieves in Berea area
Farmers in Berea and Strongsville township used the telephone to alert neighbors after two men stole chickens Wednesday night. One witness saw the thieves drive away and phoned accomplices along the road, turning a local poultry raid into a village chase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berea
Strongsville
Concord
Lexington
Thieves Hunted After Robbery Ended in Escape
After a horse and buggy robbery in Strongsville, a general hue and cry arose as the men escaped. Iris says one man severely wounded another. Cleveland police have descriptions and are on the lookout for the thieves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strongsville
Beren
Iris
Cleveand
Barn Burned in Eaton Belonging to Charles Joslin
A large horse barn owned by Charles Joslin of Eaton township was struck by lightning at 3 00 48 a m Saturday during a rain storm. The barn stored hay and several buggies and was destroyed. Joslin previously lived on Third Street in Elyma before purchasing the old David Burke farm on Chestnut Ridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Joslin
Eaton Township
Wats
Mr. Joslin
Third Street
Elyma
David Burke
Chestnut Ridge
Barn Struck by Lightning Destroys Avon Center Farm
John Pickering suffered a devastating loss when his barn near Avon Center was struck by lightning Thursday night. The blaze consumed the barn along with grain and hay, leaving extensive damages for Pickering who resides about half a mile east of Avon Center.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Pickering
Pickering
Avon Center
Real Estate Transfers in Elyria and Nearby Areas
Public records list transfers of parcels in Elyria Lorain and neighboring townships. Trustees and individuals exchange lots and portions in Oakland and Bronson additions, with prices ranging from 75 to 34,000 dollars, including parcels in Lorain, Wellington, Amherst, and Oberlin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. A Braman
Lou Vernam
Highand
Lorain
Lorenz Bemgart
Theodore Hass
Antherst
A. E. Robinson
Vernon &, Willis
Oakland
Ellen Elizabeth Endly
Th.' Endly Sweet Realty Co
Elyria
F. E. Bronson
Consideration
W. R. Miller
William Heldmyer
Edwin B
Henry S. Sheffield
Elyvia
H. R. Freeman
Charlotte Goodsmith
John B. Gates
Lewis F. Muchlig
Mary A. Muchling
Catherine Goetz
Township of
Henry A. Root
Johanna Staniskowski
Black River
Douty Doctor Pyle’s Oberlin Trip in New Automobile
Dr. W. H. Pyle of Oberlin bought a new auto with two spats that seats four. He and his wife started a vacation trip to Chicago and traveled as far as Mt. Vernon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Pyle
Oberlin
Dr. Pyle
toChicago
Mt. Vernon
Oberlin Business College influence and reach noted
The Oberlin Business College is described as a national institution with alumni across the United States. Nine Lorain County banks employ former students and many graduates work in Cleveland banks and business houses. President Henderson cites an enrollment of 951 since last September, with Lorain County contributing about 137 riders daily over the electric line from Elyria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oberlin Business College
Lorain County
Lorain
Cleveland
Alove
Henderson
Elyria
Enormous Gift for Missions at Bentah Park Convention
At the Bentah Park Christian Alliance convention in Cevelana the Sunday gala raised a total of 12700 for missions. Attendees from rich and poor donated gifts of money jewelry real estate all on the spur of the moment. Donations ranged from five cents to three thousand with broad enthusiasm and praise as the final total was announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Alliance
Bentah Park
Cevelana
Runaway Team of Brown Horses Causes Broad Street Frenzy
A heavy team of brown horses belonging to Mr. Morgenlist of South Anmierst bolted on Broad Street Friday afternoon after being startled by passing cars. The driver steered them south at Ent avenue, scraping the cart but avoiding a wreck, then slowed to a walk after Second Street with no injuries.
Poor Potato Crop Amid Prolonged Drought
Farmers report a very poor potato crop due to extended dry weather. If rain comes soon it may not aid late potatoes, with the season unusually unfavorably affected. A Chicago paper notes potato prices rising sharply from 27 cents to about $1 per bushel, signaling a potato famine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Ohio
G A R Quarters Assigned for Cleveland Camp
The Elijah Haydon Post No. 49 G A R receives quarters at the annual encampment in Cleveland starting September 9. They stay at Gordon school on Gordon Avenue just south of Lorain Street. Some members may travel Monday but the post will likely not leave Elyvin before Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elijah Haydon
G A. R
Cleveland
Gordon School
Honus
Gordon Avenue
Lorain Street
Elyvin
Crescens Sets World Record at Glenville Track Pariday
Crescens trotted a mile in 2 02 44 at the Glenville track Pariday, breaking the world record. Driven by owner George H. Ketcham of Cleveland, the pair are hailed as heroes of the light harness turf.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crescens
Glenville
Pariday
George H. Ketcham
Cleveland
Ketcham
Freight car leaves track in Elyria yards injuring cars
A freight car derailed in the Elyria yards of the L. S. and M. S. but slow speed prevented injuries to workers. No persons hurt and damage limited to the car.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earry
Elyria
L. S
M.S
Notice to Horse Thieves Names Suspects Across Counties
A broad notice warns horse thieves the list of alleged suspects includes many names across Lorain Elyria Oberlin North Ridgeville Amherst Wellington Grafton and surrounding towns. The document names numerous individuals with initials and surnames and urges tracking and return of stolen animals. The extensive roster lists residents from Abbe Hand N Whiria Adataea Weiter Nord BatonAlbmehr Cbur and many others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Komaly Bean Co
Horkes
Imamberr
Lovatn
Assushatiuns
Abbe Hand N
Whiria
Adataea Weiter
Nord Baton
Albmehr Cbur
Oberley
Adbright Hernauth
Brly
Thaw
Albright
Gira
Fay
Myra Auediiss
Bramnegham
Arik Jd
Sor Ambaret
Atkinson Albert
Fielda
Avery
Ridgeville
Bailey George KB
Oberlin
Bainbridge Robe
Elyria Haocon FH
Brownhelm
Benzing
Geo
Grafton Kenjanine OC
Fielda Berg Juba
Obewin “Chas
Bette Heory
Wellington
Bivina Geo
Elyria Biggs
John
A Pans Joba
Lantern
Beldau Breber
Broadwell JH
Cherlin Ruell Gee
Lora Bourret
Javerite Barnners OD
Brush CB
Brings How
Peele Kurke DA
LaPorta Burke Jas
Poelda Cahoon
Hilaria Caley Freak
Sheffield
Chapman Geo D
Bigela
Clark & Go
Clark
He Cole JD
North Rlugevits
Cantley How
Beownhelm Station
Carter G. Tiake Brees
Dale
LaGrange I
Notice to Contractors Seubed Proposals Due August First Union Street
Notice to contractors announces sealed proposals due August 1 for a building project in the city. The document outlines bid requirements, submission procedures, and contract goals with the clerk and foreman listed among responsible parties.
1901 Members and Local Figures Named in Elyria Area Listing
A fragmented 1901 era listing names numerous individuals and firms across Elyria and surrounding towns. The roster includes Alexander EG, Henry Oberlin, Blyris Yaw, and multiple businesses such as City Fuel & Ice Co and Spinaer Bros. The text also references individuals in LaGrange, North Eaton, Wellington, Avon, and nearby communities, with many abbreviated or unclear roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oberhit Wurst
Elyria
Wyatt Din
North An
Werente Noble
Elyria Wack
Altra
Alexander EG
Grafton Kennett
Cariste
Bonga
LaGrange
Su Henry
Oberlin Burk
North Hadgeville
Blyris
Bigh City Fuel & Ice Co
Elyria Ghanedieall Wa
Wsrowilebn
Davidson FE Dyke
Wigrle
Disheo ME
Pentelhortontas
la Rit
Citily Fowls
Iields
Woa
Alfred
Cherna
Hasenfine
Chis
Obertin Hi
Vke
North Eaton
Henkon
Elyria Hillier W
Jyrea Jackson J
Baste Langeton Ce
Klera
Daihiy
Johose
Lutz Wm
Beomnhelm
Marsh Homer J. Lyre
Martinttala
Avon Nash NB & Sons
Berlin
Bimeon
Overlin
Flaids
Pankoffh R
Elyria Cie Place
Ropson
Kiwia
RFP
Nol Kosa Migs Garcia Ny LaGrange Suith
Bari
Jon P
Spinaer Bros
Geatton Bwalt
Don A
LaGrange Warner
Wellington Wise
Doris Brea
Mlyria Willen AJ
Weilingyn Wonehall
Divine Wright
Time Card Details on Early 1900s Rail Services
A fragmented timetable lists multiple trains and routes including Pan-American Express and Norwalk accommodations. It notes departure and arrival times, connections at Tolono Belle, Cleveland accommodations, and daily express services with references to Boston and Chicago routes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
NY & Kostod
Pally
Norwalk
Tris Bt
Bandushy Dig
Cleveland, Lorain and Wheeling Railway Schedule Update
Northbound service schedule in effect July 6 in Illinois features the Cleveland Lorain and Wheeling Railway Company timetable notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland, Lorain & Wheeling Railway Company
Legal Notice in the Court of Common Pleas
Court action filed by Otis B. Benson and others against Talbot J Taylor James B Taylor and related parties to foreclose and declare void various deeds and conveyances involving real property in Lorain County Ohio. Plaintiffs seek judgment to recover promissory notes and enforce liens, with a deadline of September 21. Located in Lorain County and naming Talbot Taylor Co and related trustees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wersnaanta
Talbotd. Taylor
Dames Bo Payton Foxlil
Reeno
Parloers
Judes G
Rus Ea
Toaidlig
State of New York
Nuliges Chase
Sali
Lorain
Giio
Black River
New York
Chicago
York
How & Fleming
Uei
Tndemaie
Pucbeers
Talbord Taylor & Co
Iis
Partiers
Tayler
Hull
Talbot J Taylor
James B Taylor
Ponvall P Keene
J. Taylor & Co
Janity B Taylor
A.D. Aoth
Laubscher & Kfes
Pluintiil
Notice of Appointment for Anna Bf Powderny
The document states the will appoints administrator for Anna Bf Powderny on a date in July at a specified street. The petitioner requests the court to grant letters of administration to the named individual.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fietare
Anna Bf
Powderny Ieee
Powdermaks Sr
Fareer
Lila
Jidy
A. Oe
Ao Moore
Interstate fire insurance compliance filed by United Firemens
The Ohio Insurance Department certifies United Firemens Insurance Co of Philadelphia meets state laws for fire and lightning insurance. The report covers assets liabilities capital paid up surplus and income expenditures for the year ending December 31, with figures including assets 1 581 281.29 and surplus 18 212 and paid-up capital 1 300 000.00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Fireman's Ins. Co
State of Ohio
Columbus
Ohio
United Firemens Insurance Co
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Ulno
Sear Nest
Uys Statemert
Amur
Insurance Superintendent Certifies United Fire Insurance Co
I A Vorys Superintendent of Insurance certifies United Fire Insurance Co of Baltimore is compliant with Ohio law and authorized to transact fire and related risks business this year. Statement as of December 31 shows assets 550 014.97 liabilities 145 740.78. net assets and paid-up capital details provided. income 207 587.10 expenditures listed. Seal affixed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Fire Insurance Co
State of Ohio
Columbus
I. A. Vorys
State of
Ola
United Fire Insurance Company
Baltimore
Maryland
Ohio
Reese Settee
Pees Ee
Uriteol
A.I. Vorys
Ins. Go.of
North America
Insuranas Department
T. A. L. Vorys
Insurance Conomy of
Philadelphia
Pennsylsnia
Sheriff's Sale of Lorain County Coal Land Auction
Public auction to satisfy an execution from Lorain County Court of Common Pleas directed by the National Bank of Elyria against Jon Waxguer. The sale at Elyria will offer mineral land in Avon Township with a coal privilege, appraised at 1000 dollars, selling no less than two thirds of appraisal. Proceeds go to the Elyria Lumber and Coal Co. Aug de 1D, between 1 and 3 o'clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the National Bank of
Alyrin
Syon Eduy
Lorain
Vito
John Magno
John Benhim
Fortheasterly
John B Niem
Milo Williams
Pont
Sonain
Mit Road
Ridge
Rain County
Page Bell
Versailles City of Grandeur and Imperial Legacy
Versailles, a suburb with about 60 000 inhabitants, is famed for its opulent palace complex 1 400 feet long. The article notes its fountains, extensive art, and storied history from royal to Napoleonic eras, describing lavish rooms, galleries, and the grandeur that drew Parisians and shaped French government and culture.
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Versailles
Versail
Palace
Versaille
France
Depoise
Napoleon v
Paris
Louis
William
Lorraine
Roc
Napoleo
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