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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1899
Page
7
A damaged OCR passage mentions names and numbers in a jumble about local items or notices. The legible bits reference persons and possible actions but lack coherent context or complete details to identify a clear event, date, or location.
An advertisement extols Paine's celery compound as the sole preventive and cure for grip, claiming it purges toxins, purifies blood, supports the nervous system, and rebuilds vital organs. It cites engineer Frank J. Davidson as a notable case who recovered after using the remedy and features numerous letters from grateful users across diverse conditions.
An entry from Oberlin area notices lists Dr Bigelow offering services on the 8th and 22nd and every Wednesday. The schedule mentions fore noon sessions from seven o clock and afternoon melays at Crandie House and Arcade, 115 Summit Street Teledo office.
Josiah Bacon of the P W C B railroad says he suffered with catarrh for 36 years. A Grazian Balm circular introduced Geo H Hearn as the engineer who offered a remedy. Bacon began using the Balm and after six months reports complete relief and lasting improvement.
Attorney offers general law services including contracts, trusts, collections, estates and abstracts. Describes practice as comprehensive and registered to provide legal assistance in various common areas of law.
Cleveland Berea Elyria and Oberlin Electric Railway announces hourly cars from Oberlin to Public Square Cleveland from 5 30 a m to 9 30 p m daily with additional Oberlin to Elyria departures at 10 10 p m 11 10 p m and morning. Public Square Cleveland to Oberlin hourly 6 a m to 9 p m plus a 11 p m car. Elyria to Cleveland hourly 4 40 a m to 10 40 p m and 12 80 a m. Inquiries at Andwar Topliff house or F T Pomeroy 614 Garfield Cleveland O.
Lorain County stories highlight 1844 State Mutual and 1898 Life Insurance Co. and their roles in regional coverage. The item surveys these firms’ historical presence, branding, and community impact within Lorain County records.
The council notes Lorain Street Bothby Company and directs the clerk to send a copy of the resolution. Streets between the tracks will be improved per specifications approved by the city council and filed with the city engineer's office by June 1, 1899. The clerk is authorized to transmit the resolution to the company. the measure becomes effective after passage and publication.
An ordinance authorizes the mayor and clerk to issue bonds totaling three thousand dollars to fund the West street sewer and West River street sewer construction. Six bonds of five hundred dollars each will bear six percent interest, due over five years, sold at face value plus accrued interest and advertised per law.
Miss Rothrock of Akron visited friends in North Amherst this week. Mrs Hoi of Elyria and others were hosted by D Freese. A union meeting of the MI and Congregational churches was held with Rev Braithwaite preaching. Funeral for Mrs Roth occurred. several locals hosted gatherings and announcements cover weddings and birthdays. About 200 residents attended the last Wednesday event and a social hour followed.
Mrs Buck returned from Purtdilii after weeks at the bedside of Mrs Hive who remains ill. James Roybinse entertained Mrs Robinson and Miss Stone of Berea. Miss Milia Roe of Elyria visited classmate Miladina Butler. Mrs Neal, mother of Mrs Edward Butler, died in Ohasted last Friday. funeral Tuesday morning. Frank Saye to move to Clough farm April 1. North Ridgeville Literary Club to be hosted by Mrs Avery March 17. C B L E line trains delayed after nine due to wind and snow. Miss Millie Lickoash visited N Maddock. W B R U of North Ridgeville hosts Warm Sugar Supper for Mrs Bradley at Old Ladies Home Elgins. Anthony Chez of Oberlin spoke on The Sowing and the Reaping at Congregational church Sunday evening.
Mrs. Mary Peck carts for Mrs. Straub of Haton. Jim Fields visited his sister Mrs. R Vaughn in Rockport. Arthur Robinson and Claude Hudson have the mumps. M Phelps and son Frank visited Chestnut Ridge Saturday. Josie Tilberg with Miss Luther of Elyria. Fred Anderson fell from barn injuring knee. Born to Mr. and Mrs. M Blaine a daughter. W Lord of Elyria working on father’s house. Sugar social at M E church parlors Friday March 10. Stella Bainbridge returns home from Olmstead. Mrs. H Dickson spent a day in Cleveland.
A satirical soliloquy debates whether to concede defeat or press a hopeless race. The speaker mocks Reefy Kinney and opponents, suggests possible votes for tin, and laments missteps in exposing inner thoughts. The piece parodies public conflict and the cartoonist’s sensationalism.
Obituary notice recounts Captain John Booth born in England July 30 1823 and died February 24 1908 after a long illness. He emigrated with family in 1827, lived in Massachusetts and Liverpool before settling in Carlisle, served in the Civil War, promoted to captain, married Nellie King in 1868, survived by three children, with extensive community ties and a large funeral at the M E church.
An onlooker describes a dramatic scene on Broad Street opposite Middle Avenue where a man, amid a strong gust, climbed onto a snowdrift, was swept by the wind, and narrowly escaped falling. He then crawled to safety behind a lee sidewalk, walking away with his head held high after assessing the danger and weather.
The Opera House hosts a state championship cake walk on March 10 with ten couples competing in elaborate costumes. Prizes will be awarded to the top four finishers, and the Electric Trio and Quartette of Cleveland will provide music.
Mrs Bertha Hane visits LaPorte friends this week. Report says John Booth of LaPorte froze to death at Klondike, though this is hoped untrue. Frank Sprague returns home next week from Case School in Cleveland. Sugar makers prepare to make syrup. Ora Rolan moves to the Dolley farm.
In a testimonial a mother thanks Foley’s Kidney Cure after four physicians could not help her daughter. The neighbor recommended the remedy and she can now walk miles without fatigue, crediting the medicine with saving her life.
Suffering from kidney disease patients are urged to seek Foley 8 Kidney Care. The ad promises gradual but steady loss of strength and vitality reversed by the preparation. Henry Dykeman endorses the product and urges immediate use.
Burglaries occurred Sunday night during Episco pal church services. Joseph Jacobs on East Broad Street and Rev Craft on Middle Avenue lost a silver witch, valuable papers, three pocketbooks, and a gold watch. Police traced footprints to two colored suspects identified as Tal and Leah Wadwell by Frank Davidson and Tim Wadwell. The youths were questioned and brought before Squire Boynton with a trial set for this afternoon.
Obituary noting Elizabeth Brown Moore born August 29 1833 in Brooklyn Ohio died in Elyria aged 65 after longtime Elyria resident, lauding her unselfish benevolence and care for the poor. Survived by son William B Moore and Jennie, three Brown brothers and sisters, sisters, and sister Lottie S. Brown. Family thanks friends for flowers and prayers at services. c.M. A.
In Oberlin the will of Mary E Herrick has been admitted to probate and in Keene New Hampshire the will of Edward Chapman has been admitted to probate.
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