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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1905
Page
6
A Chicago Tribune study from 1881 to 1908 disputes temperance claims that liquor causes most murders. Only about 2,313 of 62,412 homicides were linked to liquor, with many attributed to jealousy, highwaymen, infanticide, or unknown causes, while economic distress appears a strong factor.
W A Deen of Lorain, jailed on Tuesday after a Monday search for truth led to intoxication and a restive scene on Broad Street. He was fined 85 dollars plus costs. Polish fishman Ned Thomas of Lorain also paid five dollars and costs for intoxication. Police note Lorain men frequent Elyria to drink, with suspended Lorain fines looming.
A hearing before Judge Hayden dealt with Emmert Jr suing the city to block a 820000 payment to Barber Asphalt Co for Middle Avenue work and to recover 859000 claimed illegally spent. Emmert argues funds were not in the treasury when the improvement was authorized and bond issuance and legal requirements were misapplied.
The case against Charles Schaffert of Cheapside remains active as prosecutors note the last grand jury did not report on it. Schaffert is accused of injuring a man by throwing him from a saloon, while Schaffert recovered in hospital. The next grand jury meets April 3 and will consider the case.
Smith Bros at 41 Broad Street Elyria Ohio advertises 1905 stock of world class wallpaper. They claim direct manufacturer buys allow 35 less than sample houses. Each roll at 196 Seyle guaranteed fresh this season with 6000 rails of long styles and paper hanger service.
A garbled notice touts a tonic for children and claims to protect lives and health. It mentions Kennedy laxative and tar as a new remedy, sold by H. A Dvkeman with Mackey offering two phones for contact.
An advertisement by Contquetor and Huilder offering to fell or rent houses or build on purchaser plans. Located at room 24 Turner Block, Elyria Ohio. Easy payments available to interested buyers.
The Stack and fixtures of the late H. E. Bortes are for sale. A room for rent will be sold if not sold promptly. Inquiries to A. D. Hall, Litehfeld.
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