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Elyria Reporter

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1906

Page

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Mock House of Representatives Deliberations Entertain Large Audience

Deliberations of the Mock House of Representatives were enjoyed by a large audience last night at Elyria Theatre. The program listed members including Leonard J. Monroe Ralph Murbach Adam G. Miller David M. Miller George Moon Walter Prondfoot Robert Rankin Arthur Robinson Chauncey Smythe Carlton Schultz Arthur Smith Benjamin Salisbury George Sartwell Sherman Wurst Vincent Walsh. Those not in the program will participate in a second session tonight.

Leonard J. Monroe Ralph Murbach Adam G. Miller David M. Miller George Moon Walter D. Prondfoot Robert J. Rankin Arthur J. Robinson Chauncey A. Smythe Carlton F. Schultz Arthurr. Smith Benjamin St. Salisbury George B. Sartwell Sherman S. Wurst Vincent L. Walsh Elyria Theatre House of Representatives Ohio Federation of Women's Clubs Federation House Columbus State Capitol Robert C. Rankin Karl E. Bennett Carl A. Beebe Sargeant-at Louis J. Jackson Charles Frisbee Walter D. Proudfoot Harry F. Brown Curtis Denney Lee G. Buck Chauncey Griswold Taxation Education Chauncey B. Smythe Amus

Commencement Pageantry By Elyria High Class 1906

The 1906 graduates staged a novel commencement at the Elyria Theatre with a House of Representatives theme. Speaker Rankin led a full display of parliamentary process while students performed songs, recitals, and the Federation of Women’s Clubs meeting showcased by Mabel Moysey and Carrie Stevenson.

David M. Miller Federation of Women’s Clubs Mabel C Moysey Carrie S Stevenson Gertrude L. Rockwood Elyria Toad Cora J. Phelps Cora M. Giles Phyllis Wannamaker Carefu Book Ruth A. Harrison Miss Harrison Grace L. Carter Bessie Schnuerer Ruth Harrison Hattie E. Vincent Uro Columbus Cora Grilis Julia A. Helland Hilda M. Mason Oh Elyria Mera Babe Anna M. Collins Mabel L. Endley Cora Grills Cassie Hata Julia C. Helland Hilda A. Mason Mabel C. Moysey Jennie Schnuerer Carrie 3. Stevenson Phy_lis V. Wannamaker William E. Adams Bernard J. Alten Frederick F. Blaine Karl H. Bennett Henry F. Brown Carl A. Besbe Lee G. Buck Fred Cherry Ralph H. Cole Curtis Denney Davis Faxon Lawrence T. Fay Charles Frisbee Chauncey Gris “Wold Louis J. Jackman Michael Met

Swartz Demurrer Overruled in Racial Seating Suit

Fisher, a single Black man from Levin, sought a meal at Swartz restaurant and was refused seating unless he paid $2. He could sit at the counter with other Black patrons. He sued Geo Swartz for constitutional violation. Attorney Lawrence for Swartz demurred, claiming improper constitutionality. On Tuesday the demurrer was overruled.

Doc. Fisher Levin Swartz Geo. Swartz United States Lawrence

Italians swarm a city bank

About two hundred Italians, workers for the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern rail road company, were paid by check in Cleveland. They went to the Savings Deposit Bank company to cash the checks but clerks refused due to unfamiliarity. The crowd grew angry and exclaimed outside the bank for an hour until a man was brought to identify them and the funds were finally issued.

Lake Shore Michigan Southern Rail Clevelland Savings Deposit Bank Company

Home on East Fourth Street for sale

For sale a room house on East Fourth Street with full improvements. Lot measures 40 feet wide. Price asked is 3400 dollars with 1000 dollars cash required and the balance on credit. Describes the house as fine and in a desirable location. I A Smith & Brother Elyria Block.

East Fourth Street I. A Smith & Brother Elyria Block

High School Strike Over Graduations After Arrest Incident

High school students arrested for interfering with school facilities went on a strike and refused to graduate at commencement. Authorities reassured them no one was responsible for the arrest, ending the walkout before exercises. Most injured passengers from a C B W derailment are recovering. Ed Brundage is expected to be mobile in a few weeks.

Ed Brundage

Fifty Years a Teacher at Oberlin College Commencement

The seventy third Oberlin College commencement runs from June 15 to 29 with notable events. Alumni dinner features Mrs. A A Johnston professor of history and former head of the women’s department speaking on fifty years since graduation.

Oberlin College A. A. ‘Johnston

Suicide at Hicksville man’s death shocks town

Q A Allen a well known resident of Hicksville died Sunday after drinking carbolic acid at his home. Officials cited possible derangement from his wife’s illness and the death of his only son. In a separate note, the Progressive Spiritualist Society planned a social at the Massey home on Mond street with ice cream and cake.

Q. A. Allen Hicksville Ohio Progressive Spiritulist Society Mrs. Massey Mond Street

Reporter Newsboys Visit Carnival Benefit

The Reporter Newsies visited Lovain County carnival venues last night starting with a brass band march from The Reporter office. They toured fairground attractions including a merry go round and a free show, ending at the Animal Arena and a high dive event. The outing aimed to foster friendly ties with the Newsboys and readers of The Reporter.

J. Frank Hatch Rengrt Mill Street Bro West Avenue Nesses Frank Hatch Reading Daily Lovain ‘County

Clerk Henry Krohn’s salary raised to 480 per year

The council increased Henry Krohn’s pay from 200 to 480 annually for his duties as clerk of the Mayor's court. His workload has tripled in recent years, making the previous rate inadequate, and the remuneration was long overdue according to city reporters.

Henry Krolin Krohn

Vaughen Refuses to Honor Wife Debts in Public Notice

Jerry Vaughen son of W. Vaughen, superintendent at National Tube blast furnaces, publishes a notice stating he will not honor any further debts of his wife. The separated couple live apart, with Vaughen and his four year old daughter at his father's home.

Jerry Vaughen 5. W. Vaughen Naonal Tube Company Vaughen

Flag Day Observance Urged Across Communities

Thursday June 14 is designated flag day. Commander-in Chief Tanner of the Grand Army urges all members to display the flag at home and business, ensure it flies from premises, and encourage neighbors to honor Hazim on this day.

Tanner Grand Army

Endeavor Society Officers Elected in Lorain County

At a Lorain County Christian Endeavor Society meeting in Lorain the slate of officers was elected led by President Sidney Dari of Oberlin. Other posts include Kipton Vice President Miss L Shibley Secretary Miss M Woodsides Oberlin Treasurer Miss J Sears Elyria Financial secretary D A Cook Lorain Junior superintendent Mrs Geo Cuddebuck Lorain.

Lorain County

Weddings at Lords Court by Justice C C Lord

Justice C C Lord presided over two marriages Tuesday in his office. J B Bowser wed Julia Wayland, residents of Loraine. E Lash joined Misa Bessie Davis of Wellington. A city residence on East Broad Street with 10 rooms, bath, hardwoods, furnace, hot water heater, and a 140 by 165 foot lot is offered for 6000 by F A Smith and Brother. The ad notes a timely sale. Constipation relief ad ends.

C. C. Lord J. B. Bowser Julia Wayland Lorain E. Lash Misa Bessie [Davis Wellington East Broad Street Public Square F. A. Smith and Brother Hlyria

Immense Crowds at Elyria Carnival Draw Big Crowds

Immense crowds last night filled the Elyria fairgrounds for the carnival headlined by Mr. J Frank Hatch. Thousands attended though few saw M Philion the French equilibrist on a 28 inch ball high tower and 65 foot cable. The act drew praise but attendance was below expectations amid 78,000 potential spectators. Tonight new acts from Brighton Beach join and Bagies’ night promises further attractions as crowds gather from surrounding towns.

J. Frank Hatch M. Achille Phi- Hon M. Philion M.phillon Elyria M. Phi- Hon Perceno Dare Devil Six Hatch Brighton Beach Mamie Kateenjamtmer Castle

Speed ordinance adopted by city council details

A traffic speed ordinance restricts power vehicles to eight miles per hour in thickly populated districts and fifteen miles per hour in sparsely populated areas with fines of at least 100 dollars for violations. The council also raises the clerk of the Mayor's court salary to 480 dollars and discusses plats, plumbing reports, and a pestiferous ditch near Clark Street needing immediate attention.

Smith Brothers F. A. Smith

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Swartz Demurrer Jarvelous Librist Carnival Company Kroen Endeavor Society Oefigers Lord's Court Sade Kennedy Platting Commission Sohcitor Board of Service Reely F A. Smith Prof. Reely Clark Street Connellman Faxon Councilman Smith Harry H. Smith & Co
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