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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1900
Page
2
Fragmentary note from The Elyria Reporter outlining publication details including publisher, editors, subscription terms, and circulation info. The legible items indicate a historical newspaper page header with dates and pricing, but details are incomplete.
A survey of pearl button making notes the McKinley tariff of 1890s enabling US production, the Dingley tariff of 1897, and regional centers in Illinois and Iowa. It discusses economic impact, employment, and related transport benefits, alongside political opinions on free trade, Kentucky politics, and US mediation in South Africa.
The Methodist church abandons itineracy, recognizing a permanent relation between church and flock. The change ends the era of circuit riders who built the church and civilization in the United States. It marks a shift from missionary society origins to settled pastoral leadership, with both benefits and drawbacks. The article lauds the riders as heroes who opened paths of civilization and faith across the country.
In a periodical tone the piece reflects on the Transvaal war, praising Boer resolve while foreseeing defeat, and notes that President Kruger calls for a vote on continuing the war. It contrasts heroic resistance with unstoppable Anglo-Saxon progress and cites April trade figures showing a strong export surplus and ongoing expansion.
The Elyria Democrat accuses Democrats of flip flopping on trusts while praising Republicans for passing anti trust laws. It argues Republicans have consistently sought to curb trusts and labels Democratic claims as insincere political posturing amid cross party criticism.
City council presses for voter education on the water works bond proposal to be decided June 16. Officials vow to publish full plans and data, while a Porto Rico tariff note and national politics add context to the civic issue.
Democrats vote against Republican antitrust measures while Republicans push for a constitutional amendment to let Congress curb trusts and strengthen the Sherman Act. The vote split follows Bryan's stance, with Democrats opposing strong federal action, while Republicans argue for a nationwide remedy to curb interstate trust power. A Cleveland Leader note cites party opportunism and calls the Democrat stand insincere. Charles F Lee petitions for divorce from Hila Lee in Lorain Ohio on grounds of cruelty and neglect.
Legal notices in Lorain County Ohio include a chancery action by W. Fulier against Mercy A. Ford and others, with property described as Lots 38, 357 and 259 in Elyria. Also council resolution for issuing bonds to extend Elyria waterworks, with a special municipal election set for June to approve the bond issue and related procedures. State insurance official confirms Equitable Life Assurance’s compliance in Des Moines, Iowa, with financial disclosures filed.
A dated public notice-style piece warns that ignoring danger signals, from railroads to health, leads to injury or illness. It promotes Knox Stomach Tablets as a remedy for indigestion dyspepsia and related symptoms, promising a full-size box by sending fifty cents to Knox Chemical Co. Barre Creek Michigan.
A druggist offers a guaranteed refund if Parpoint ointment fails to cure itching, bleeding, or protracted piles. Claims cure in six days for ordinary cases and sixteen days for worst cases. One application provides relief with instant itching relief. Sold for $1 with no cure no pay guarantee, distributed through Elyria druggists.
A boxed notice offers a 40 by 167 foot building lot on the West side of East Avenue between 4th and 6th streets, with inquiries at Foster's clothing store. Additional item notes Nickel Plate Road excursion tickets to Chicago on May 2nd, 7th, 14th and 21st for the Methodist Episcopal general conference travel, allowing a return deposit until June 1st. Tickets priced at one fare plus $2.00 for the distance beyond 200 miles from Chicago, through Ft. Wayne Indiana agents or C A Asterlin, T. Pia.
Notice is given to stockholders of the Lorain County Railway Company that a meeting will be held at the company’s offices in Elyria Ohio on May 38 1900 at 1 p.m. to consider and vote on the adoption or rejection of a joint consolidation agreement dated January 2 1900 between the Cleveland Berea Elyria Oberlin and Wellington Railway interests and to transact other business as provided by law. By order of the board of directors. Elyria May 16 1900.
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