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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1906
Page
1
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National Tube Company plans six new blast furnaces to double capacity at its South Lorain plant. The upgrade includes doubling steel plant docks, adding ore hoists, and expanding unloading equipment. New furnaces would be west of the present site, with construction possibly starting next year.
David Folsom filed for divorce in common pleas court alleging wilful absence after his wife Nellie Folsom left him for Albert Rossetti of Lorain. He states they married in Buffalo on April 21, 1993 and that she has traveled with Rossetti to Grand Rapids Michigan and elsewhere.
Vital statistics for Lorain County ending March 31, 1906 show 407 total deaths. Breakdown includes 200 white male deaths and 196 female deaths with 189 white and 7 black females. Immigrant counts include 10 English males, 13 English females, 15 German males, 16 German females, 4 Irish males, 4 Irish females. 145 U.S. native male deaths and 150 U.S. native female deaths. Occupation tallies include bricks and masonry, carpentry, farming, labor, merchants, railroad workers, and a large group of unemployed or unspecified roles.
The Smith Brothers plat west of the river in the Ely Boynton addition will not be tried in common pleas court for a while. Charles J. Smith’s application for vacation of eight lots was withdrawn from the court records. The applicant will pay the costs.
Judge Washburn granted two divorces on Thursday. The cases were EB Glynn versus Cora Glynn for wilful absence and Pearl Kelley versus Aaron Kelley for extreme cruelty.
J M Bronkar sued the Cleveland and Southwestern Traction company for 144 dollars for care and waiting on Mr and Mrs A L Charters and their three children injured in an accident on the system. After a long hearing the amount was reduced to 119 dollars. The jury returned a verdict for the plaintiff of 81 dollars.
The case of J. M. Bronkar vs. The Cleveland & South Western traction company began in common pleas court on Wednesday to recover 144 dollars for the care of L. W. Charters and Mary Charters and their three children injured in a street car crash on July 19 1903.
The sale of lots at the Dilworth allotment drew a large crowd on Tuesday. Eighty seven lots were sold with a free lot won by Frank Diedrich. The Gulf road site remains with eleven Harwood street plots still available.
For sale a city residence at Hast Broad Street near the public square with 10 rooms and bath, finished downstairs in hard woods, furnace heat, independent hot water heater, lot 40165 feet, price 6000. Sold by F A Smith and Brother Elyria block. Also Kennedy's Laxitive Honey and Tar cough syrup advertised.
County Prosecutor F. M. Stevens traveled to Columbus on Wednesday afternoon to argue against a motion by Captain Worth’s lawyers seeking a bill of particulars. Worth was previously found guilty in Lorain’s common pleas court for operating a bucket shop and fined. the circuit court upheld the judgment.
Councilman Mueller was injured when his horse stepped on his foot while he worked around the animal. The wound initially seemed to heal but later caused renewed pain and difficulty walking.
A small crowd saw Chicago Junction lose 13 to 1 at Athletic Park as Elyria’s Cosma allowed one hit for C. I. and troubles at the plate for Chicago. McConnell scored late for Chicago Junction, but the lopsided game ended with Elyria’s hitters dominating and several errors helping the visitors.
Edward P. Reidy of Reichlin Reidy Scanlan returned to Lorain from Cleveland after his brother Jerome J. Reidy was ordained a secular priest. Jerome J. Reidy was ordained Saturday and celebrated his first Mass at St Patrick's at 10 30 a m. A banquet and reception followed Monday evening with sixteen Catholic clergy in attendance.
Cleveland Construction began work this morning on the Ashland to Mansfield traction line. The project, part of the Cleveland Ashland Mansfield Traction system backed by the Cleveland Southwestern interests, aims to connect Ohio Central at Mansfield with Southwaters at Seville once Ashland to Seville is finished. The builders expect to start early fall and have trains running between the two cities soon.
Thirty LaPorte youths spent an evening visiting Mr and Mrs Late Alexander in Durkeeville. They arrived about eight after a seven o clock start and surprised the couple with a willow chair and silver teaspoons as gifts. The Greenhorn Family attended and old fashioned games framed the night. the couple, recently married, received best wishes for many years of happiness. Mrs Alexander was formerly Maher Wells of LaPorte.
Samuel Mitchell of Chattanooga Tennessee visits Cleveland Pittsburgh area seeking his brother-in-law John Jones who vanished after leaving Chattanooga in 1898. The estate valued at $15 000 is held in trust and cannot be settled without Jones consent. Mitchell and wife have traveled statewide to locate him.
H. W. Ingersoll, a Republican candidate for circuit judge in the district covering Cuyahoga Lorain Medina and Summit counties, reports satisfaction with campaign momentum. He expects solid support from Lorain delegates and says Summit endorsement of Judge A. L. Marvin does not alter the race.
Licenses to wed were issued on Thursday to Todd Lopes Moise 29 Elyria chief clerk at National Tube in Lorain and Mary Louise Ely also of Elyria. Herman Burckert 26 North Amherst farmer and Ida Burges 24 Black River township are the second couple listed.
Farm of 38 acres with an eight room house, bath, and complete furnace on Griswold Road eight minutes from stop 8 Green line. Desirable home with a good barn, out buildings, bearing orchard and fruit variety. Sold with or without stock crops and implements. Inquire for particulars on premises 6-13.31 Mr and Mrs John Ducotey returned from Johnstown Pa.
Elyria ladies were entertained on Tuesday by Mrs. Charles BE Mudge at her home on Hast Hiie avenue, Lorain. The party carried well filled baskets and a picnic of dainty edibles was served. They spent time at the lake and returned to Elyria late in the afternoon. Guests included Mesdamey G Johnson, Boyd, Wilder, Dewey, Maddock and Dunham.
A new move in the T. W. Fancher nesignee versus E. F. Kaneen et al. case directs depositions taken by O. C. Armstrong in Columbus to be sent to him there. The depositions were never opened and will be used to settle bank affairs at Elyria.
The Lake Shore and Michigan Southern railway company plans to double track through Elyda with a new East Side station. Surveyors inspected routes on Wednesday as the firm moves to buy property along Rural Street to lay new rails. The section near the city already features double tracks.
The union school district in Elyria filed a levy proposal with the county auditor for the coming year. It requests 13.4 mills, up from 10.8 mills last year, boosting the city’s total tax rate to 38.3 mills from 35.9.
The court of common pleas confirmed the sale of the old Methodist church property in Oberlin. It was purchased by Whitney and E McKellory and is now occupied by the Coshacton Leather Company, which recently moved to Oberlin.
Elvira B Jones died October 3 1905 at Wellng ton leaving a will. Perry G Davidson and Lydia Cassidy heirs sue to set aside claiming the decedent was of unsound mind and coerced by executor Charles Franklin Davison with alleged fraudulent representations.
Ground was broken yesterday for a new belt line in Cleveland costing ten million dollars. The project will span months, pass through valuable land, and promise a major commercial boost for the city. T Dawson visits J C Williams on Fourth Street. once employed by Johnson Steel Co. early in the company’s history.
The Wigma Theatre hosted the commencement exercises for the class of 1906. Diplomas were awarded by Hon. George H. Chamberlain after a program featuring a chorus, readings, and remarks. The event closed with a class song and audience applause for Gertrude L. Rockwood.
A Champaecy Co wagon delivering beer was passed violently by a fast automobile. The collision upset the wagon and its contents, frightening the horses. The driver narrowly escaped serious injury and will sue the unknown owner for damages.
Civil engineer Hardy J. Biggs, 29, and Bessie Wilder, 26, of Elyria, obtained marriage licenses. Other couples listed include J. E. Bowser, 23, and Julia Wayland, 22, plus F. Horn, 25, and Elyria clerk Julia Hamiston, 24. Edward Lask, 34, laborer, and Bessie Davin, 22, along with George Dawson Nicholas, 28, physician, and Tillian Saunders, 24, of Elyria also secured licenses.
A quiet wedding occurred at the residence of George Rimbach on Elm Street Tuesday afternoon at three o clock. Hardy Biggs, a locomotive engineer at the steel plant, wed Mrs Bessie Wilco by Rev Mr Endley. Only intimate friends attended. after a short reception the couple left on the 4 11 train to Washington DC and will be away about a week.
For sale an eight room house on East Fourth street with improvements on Lot 10 feet wide. Will sell for 3400 dollars with 1000 cash due now and balance to suit. A fine house in a fine location worth the price asked. Ja Smith & Brother, Elyria Bleck.
On June 2 the Lake Shore will sell excursion tickets to Niagara Falls and return. The train leaves Elyria at 8:05 a.m. Round trip costs $3.65. See agents for details.
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