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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1905
Page
3
In a striking view Mayor Folger argues the world was never created but has always existed in some form. He contends space has no beginning or end, natural law governs creation, and biblical explanations fail to fit his theory. He invites readers to judge the idea.
B Kublick and Louis Becker, two of three men who assaulted a Hungarian near Fox Forence last week, were fined 5 and costs by the mayor on Tuesday. The third assailant did not appear after promising to attend trial. Joan Hartman and Mike Kiral were fined for intoxication.
County officials say funds earmarked for jail constraints halt an infirmary annex this year. Commissioner Dorkee notes a bond issue could fund the project, but opposes urgent needs. Also, Davis appeal in Russia to common pleas court and Hughes sues for 20.45 for meat.
A stick of dynamite about one inch by eight inches was found on Broad Street at the Cheapside crossing in front of Murbach's Jewelry store. A man nearly stepped on it, picked it up, and gave it to the Police Station. The pink greasy paper wrapper bore the manufacturer's name and the word dynamite. Police suspect it was not placed for a strike but dropped during handling or purchase.
Pompey Brown aged twelve hid in a hut north of Plymouth. After a long siege, sheriff deputies used formaldehyde and sulfur fumes to force surrender. Brown and his seventy three year old grandmother were removed to Norwalk. The boy had threatened violence and was exposed to city sights for the first time. The Humane Society will care for him.
Porter J White the actor is praised as among the foremost on the American stage with high regard from peers. He is famed for an elaborate Faust production and valued for his passion for acting, reputedly worth 100000. The article notes White’s connections and events from Algonac to Oberlin, including other personal notices and a funeral in Oberlin.
Report states new management will run all minute service between Elyria and Lorain. Employees have not been advised of any change in schedule management or road operations.
Tom Malinsky was arrested Saturday afternoon after a street corner brawl at Eight and West Avenue. Two other men joined the fray, with police seeking the three remaining participants.
The Fraternal Order of Eagles Elyria Asria No 431 F Q O E hosts its second annual invitational dance on Thursday evening March 2 at Elks hall Pomeroy's full orchestra will provide music Refreshments will be served
Carpenter Charley Janes of Cleveland Street drilled a shaft at Kra Property and struck gas six hundred feet below the surface. The gas flames reached six inches in diameter with saltwater gushing from the shaft as the hole progressed.
Lomin February 25. Police and judge fight stalls as Justice Hall declines action and President Van Wagner stays neutral. No arrests will be made unless the crime shows unusual action. the police say they will not arrest until the matter is settled.
Willam Steger was appointed second lieutenant of Hose Co No by Chief Hafner. Capt Bates and Lt Steger will sleep at the fire station, increasing night duty coverage as previous night staffing was limited. The change aims to boost department efficiency during night fires.
Ohio cities dispute electrolysis damage from electric street railway lines. Elyria officials and Supt. Nester deny pipe harm, while Norwalk uses pipes for return current. Mackey warns of uneven current if pipes break. Big Four announces a $71.26 round trip fare from Grafton to Mexico City sale March 4–7, with a 30 day return.
In Larain on February 38 Attorney General Ellis defers ruling after Vice Mayor Van Wagnen appeals to disentangle a local dispute tied to Mayor King's police judge appointment prior to his departure for Texas. Jnatias Hall, named by Van, vows to press trial actions, while Van Wagnen relinquishes his claim. A list of local addresses and shop notices follow.
Probate Judge Hinman argues that rigid license laws could curb divorces by probing fitness to marry. He notes many marriages fail due to temperament clashes and brief acquaintance. He advocates deeper inquiry into partners’ temperaments and health, though he concedes practical limits.
Whitney's production of The Show Girl or The Magic Cap, a two part musical extravaganza, features Hilda Thoman as leading comedienne with Sam Myles, Bid Forrester, Lou Had and a large company of metropolitan favorites. Thirty pretty singing and dancing girls provide charm and humor. Friday March 13 at the Elyria theatre.
Lorain Feb 2 Elopers John Arbough and Miss Hariet Hottsberry wed in Buffalo after eloping from South Lorain on Wednesday night A Buffalo minister informed the parents of the marriage The bride is eighteen her parents object citing her age The article notes sales at Cleveland and for XO VY.
Gus Bayders, part of a Sunday afternoon melee at corner feet avenues and Eighth Street, was arraigned before Mayor Folger. He admitted fighting but claimed self defense. A hearing is set for Tuesday. Bayders was fined 10 dollars. two others not arrested.
City council brief notes Coun cilman Smith urging new building code rules on lot distances saying new allotments place houses too close and should be at least twelve feet apart, with a code range of twelve to fifteen feet to curb fire spread.
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