Fireworks and social notices from Elyria era
The Elyria Reporter itemized community life with names like Misa Lena Snow visiting Julia Snow and Miss K Bantly in town. It notes large fireworks displays at Boylan Bros and social events from birthdays to visits, plus local visitors from Cleveland and Oberlin and a Box Wall commencement.
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Piteworka
Boylan Bros
Misa Lena Snow
Chicago
Julia Snow
Middle Avenue
K Lloyd
Mast Broad Street
Otto Hasorodt
Cleveland
Ethel Kester
Johneatown
Groveland Street
Injured Brakeman Hurt in Lorain Yard Collision
Louie H Mullet a brakeman in the Lorain south yards sustained serious injuries when a gondola coal car missing a draw bar was coupled to another car. He suffered three broken ribs and extensive bruising and is in a precarious condition at Lorain hospital. Engine 544 led by Conductor SL Stone attempted the coupling when the accident occurred Monday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louie H Mullet
Lorain
Mullet
Ernie
SL Stone
Awitch
Muller
Stone
Maller
Ceat
Influx of Newcomers Strains City Housing Shortage
The city sees a rising daily arrival of about 40 newcomers by rail from the east and west. Housing is severely tight with two thirds lacking, boarding houses and hotels full. If not addressed, residents may move to Elyira where new private and apartment houses are going up.
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Elyira
Lorain
Lake Breeze News Adds Local Family Visits
Ashmont residents Mr and Mrs Minkler Sr of Ashmont spent a few days with sons O and B Minkler. Mrs Cannabes and Mra Sheldon of Holyoke camped at Lake Breese. Nive Bargoman and Mra W Sumot Avon visited Mrs Q Minkler Friday. The Misses Anna and Julia Rothgery attended a Ridgeville wedding. Mrs O Minkler attended children day at Loraine Congregational Church.
Earthquake Rattles San Jose as Warden Probes Calif Gold Mine
A letter from W I Warden indicates he is examining the gold mine business in California. In San Jose the quake struck in the night, lasting only moments, but it frightened residents and spurred concerns about timing of his planned move.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W i Warden
California
San Jose
Ihet City
Seasonal Fishing Activity Declines As Season Closes
The spring fishing season will end around month’s end though laws don’t force a summer halt. Most firms scale back nets in August and factories report light activity. Last season was poorer than the previous year yet better than the two before, with few large hauls failing to offset losses. The law fixes a December 5 closing date, while fall operations start in early September.
Lions and Beast Taming Trial Amid Whips and Beets
A detailed account describes a lion taming show where the trainer uses a beet feeding regimen to manipulate the beasts. He demonstrates control by presenting a fresh beet after a stench laden feed, keeping the lions calm and stationary as crowds watch.
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Feng Agen
Weyers Peetoennenee
Ely
Walton
Amy Epegan
Pierre
Tar road experiments aim to curb dust and germs
In England and France researchers test a thin tar coating for roads to absorb horse and wagon dust and reduce disease spread. Railroads in the United States have long used similar road coverings with extensive experiments rolling out on highways.
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England
France
Expert Pension Drawer Mrs Anna Thornton Awarded Pensions
Mrs Anna Thornton of Louisvilla is drawing four pensions as the widow of a veteran of the Civil War. The record notes no concealment or fraud, and each pension was granted under the law.
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Anna Thornton
Louisvilla Eon
Out Ag
Jhall
Farm for Sale in North Ridgeville
The Butter farm offers acres of land in North Ridgeville Stop B4 and will be sold in whole or in part. For more information contact LM Butter at North Ridgeville O.
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North Ridgeville
North
Ridgeville
Cook Wanted At Once Good Wage
Help-wanted notice seeking a cook immediately with a good wage. Address given as care Reporter office. A6
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Addraas
Rent Furnished Rooms Complete for Housekeeping
Classified listing notes furnished rooms available for housekeeping use with piano included. Contact details appear as 0 A Gox and 119 Esat sve une, maul.
Summer Bargain Days on Cheap Excursions to Major Cities
An advertisement notes very low rate excursion offers to Boston Saratoga Denver and other destinations. Pamphlets with details are available from local ticket agents or by writing to A J Smith GAP and G A Cleveland. Date January 9 11 appears in the clipped notice.
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Lake Shore
Michigan Southern
Hne
Boston
Saratoga
Denver
Abantauboa
A. J. Smith
Gap
Cleveland
Jane
Saratoga Springs Excursion July 5 and 6
Saratoga Springs NJ excursion on July 5 and 6. Tickets via Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Ry at belt rates, returnable until July 20. Inquire of ticket agents for details. Dated January 15 18 20 24 87.
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Saratoga Springs N
Lake Shore
Michgian Southern Ry
Janes
Excursions to Denver at Half Rates This Summer
Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway offers excursion tickets to Denver for July 67 and a good return by August 61. Tickets at half rates to be sold at Josephine. Inquiries via ticket agents or A J Smith P T A Cleveland Ohio.
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C. E
Denver Col
Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Ry
Jose
A. J. Smith
Cleveland
Lake Shore Travel Privileges Offer Summer Excursions
Travelers on the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Ry may use special privileges this summer including stop overs at Lake Erie islands Niagara Falls and other destinations. A small booklet explains details and copies are available from ticket agents or by writing A J Smith G P A Cleveland. Excursion tickets to Lake Chautauqua go on sale July 3 and 24 from all points west of Cleveland at reduced rates with return guaranteed for 60 days.
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Chiccao
North-Wester Railway
Francisco
Los Angeles
Chicago
Portland
Missouri River
Lake Shore
Machigan Southern
Lake Erie Islands
Lake Qghantengus
Niagae Falls
Cleveland
Baalo
Ticket Agenta
A. J. Smith
G. Po & T. A. Cleveland
O. Tawodl
Lake Chautauqua
Michiga
Qive
A. J. Smitht
For Rent Six Room House on West Fourth Street
Six room house for rent at 523 West Fourth Street with inquiries at 105 Grace Court Hay.
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West Fourth Street
Grace Court
Hay
Excursions to Boston Offer Returns via Different Routes
Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway advertises excursions to Boston June 26 27 with return at half rates. Tickets valid for return until August. Some stopover privileges noted. Details from ticket agent or A J Smith Cleveland Ohio.
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Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Ry
Boston
Thukers
A. J. Smith
Cleveland
Summer Vacation Age Postage Request
A brief notice inviting readers to send 4 cents to A J Smith for arrangements and catalogs related to a summer vacation, listing Lake Shore and Michigan Southern lines and guiding readers to Cleveland Ohio.
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A.J. Smith
G. P
T. A
Lake Shore
Michigan
Southern Hy
Cleveland
Public sale of bicycles and watches set for June 20
In accordance with the law the mayor will offer at public sale on the public square Saturday June 20 at 12 30 pm the following items to wit one Remington Bicycle No 3084 one Cleveland Bicycle No 46146 1901 model one World Flyer one 1897 solid gold heating case watch two open face watches with silver cases and other listed items
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Remingon
Cleveland
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Madras
Aniefelds
Euclid Ave
FTAO
Lorain, Ohio
ETZ Men’s Custom Tailors
Carl Hasser
Cleveland Noventry Co
Bell
Ntarig
Pacific Coast
Elyria
Janus Austin
Norwalk
Austin
GSW
Mire
Ho Kolble
Mia Rofmer
North Amberkt
W Braun
Lociatroot
Hulfalo
Elyria Boylan Bros
Leoto Kazoo
Washington Court House
Miga May Frank
Oberlin
Misa K Bantly
Edith Sherman
Weat Bridge
Dr. Clark
Graton
Boxwall
Tal Avenue
Rudolf Pfaude
Brenkvista
Misa Josepine Jonas
Lake Avenue
Lake Breeze
F. E. Cay Wood
West Broad Street
Saratoga Springs
Trivileges
Lake Shore Pa
Pwo Lake
Earl Court
2Nd Street
6Th Street
West Ave
Karl Court
Lee S
Elyria Block
Aed
Lakewood
G. O. Campbell
Rose
New
Hubert Day
Columbus Street
New Mills
12Th Street
Rawson
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