17 Mar 1903
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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1903
Page
1
The text notes a rise in Germany's daily newspaper output during the current year with figures for Bavaria and other principal regions, indicating overall growth across the empire beyond ten thousand.
A fragmentary report recounts a procession with exhausted participants forced into training by police in Minnestoxa. It mentions religious figures, a field chant, and a cryptic exchange suggesting confusion and fear among onlookers.
A nephew recalls a strange American voyage tale involving a heirloom talisman, a dinner party, a theft plot, and a claim that Madame Patti’s debut boots serve as a preserving talisman. The story blends illusion, travel, and intrigue centered on jewelry and hidden darkness.
A large turnout and harmonious nominations mark the Folger Pi Democratic primaries. Ticket includes Mayor Thomas Folger and City Attorney Frank Eckler with several council and township posts. solicitor position receives no nomination.
Ashtabula voters approved Beal law by a 222 vote margin, with 8,282 992 total ballots cast. The city with about 15,000 people and 100 saloons becomes the largest to adopt Beal, following Xenia and Mount Vernon. Pearle Ward won a divorce from W B Ward on grounds of gross neglect, receiving half the property as alimony. Various local names and entities appear in notices and etiquette column items.
An ad touts Athiophoros for rheumatism claiming it treats uric acid and relieves pain. It contrasts wealthy clients with the poor and asserts the remedy is affordable at one dollar a bottle, available through Athiophoros Co. of New Haven Conn.
Last Monday at the meiz club a committee was appointed to complete arrangements for an exhibition. Cleveland boxers and three singers were secured, with WR Faustian also set to perform in a wrestling boat exhibition.
A lively stage piece entertains with wholesome charm and gentle laughter, offering relief from gore and worry. The capable company and solid scenery keep the audience engaged, making it a pleasing respite in the theatre section.
A trench collapse on Second street buried a digger up to the head, trapping him briefly until neighbors aided by a fellow worker freed him. He emerged uninjured with only bruises and was too weak to return to work immediately.
After a year of prep and many delays the Norwalk Steel and Iron Company started the first heat of metal. The plant is built for high grade tool steel with many orders in its book and prospects for brisk business.
James Copan of East Bridge street and Miss Misa Judson married Friday night in Chisago. Copan, of the Copas Bros. florists, evaded a planned send off by taking an earlier train. rumors hint at East side celebrations upon his return.
West Ridge residents report small town happenings as Mr. Grills Harson Albert visits the city and Mr. George Goodman returns from Michigan to see his brother in law. Squire buys a horse team. Myrna Taha improves from throat trouble and Mrs. Pember moves into a new house with another family arriving at Mr. Squire’s home. Reverend N Moore visits Brighton church friends. Arthur VerSoy was at home on Sunday.
A clipped, dialect laden note argues about machine backing in elections. It questions one man power and whether reformers can break the party machine, suggesting the public must resist the grapevine tactics and unite against the political machine.
Country seat owner Pomeroy of this city has purchased a 61 acre tract on the Grand River near Painesville. The property includes buildings and a lake view. He will add artistic features and establish it as a permanent home. The case covers cattle horses hogs farm machinery implements and growing crops with partners George Schwartz Elgin Ohio and Adam Ploker North America.
At the Americal Shiphandling Company yard, the strike deepens as meetings Sunday yield a firm stand by workers. Boiler makers pledge to join if demands are not granted, and some say lingering idle time is a chance to push for higher pay.
A proposed 833 000 appropriation aims to test telephone use to aid rural mail delivery. The plan would have postmasters call farmers about letters carrying special delivery stamps and read contents to the recipient if consented, seeking to improve postal facilities with public approval.
First carload of hard coal unloaded in Plymouth this winter signals looming supply issues. Milk famine hits Monroeville as regular dealer quits, leaving residents dependent on limited milk sources. Sol mayor’s position unsettled amid expected new code and unpaid salary. election proclamation may be withheld this spring. Kansas introduces tax on old maids and bachelors to fund rewards for large families.
A life saving station project is progressing in Lorain with government support and awaiting site completion by the city. Transcripts report births, marriages, scams, and obituaries alongside school board election results and local business notices involving Erastus W. Hamus and Mary A. Sweet.
Joseph Beal 23 a farmer of Spencer and Agnes Dorchester 19 a clerk of Wellington obtained marriage licenses in a local civil record. The couple is listed with ages occupations and home towns as the official notice details.
At a recent meeting of the Rock Beloit and Zavasville Electric, officers were elected including President H R B Newcomb, vice president and general manager H H Clough, secretary and treasurer J R Bute, sulitor EB Gipson, directors H R Newcomb BH OH Clough H M Carter W Bicknell Sidney Worther, executive board A Newcomb Sidney Worthey and H H Clough.
The secretary of state issued papers to incorporate Ohio Fiber Machinery Company with capital stock of 210000. Incorporators include W A Braman L B Fauver G S Weller D R Moses and GE Martin. Bruce, an East Side Bar patron, broke his left arm after slipping at the East Avenue crossing on Sunday morning.
A new lodge of the Order of the Eagles was instituted in Lorain last Sunday with Cleveland guests from Teva toads witnessing the ceremonies. Eighty members were initiated including several from Elyria, and reports say a lodge may be instituted here.
Frank Faxon of Qhberlin and Bony McIntyre of Elyria were each fined five dollars and costs in police court on Tuesday morning.
Two Lomia highwaymen tried to hold up BA McGraith of Lorain last Saturday evening. McGraith was severely beaten but managed to escape from his assailants.
Lorain growers survey prospects for the coming season noting peaches and tender fruits escaped serious winter damage. Reports say late frosts could threaten yields, but snow cover protected wheat and other crops. Overall statewide outlook is favorable with green, fresh field conditions.
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