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Newspaper

Elyria Reporter

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1901

Page

2

Editorial Page by Fauver and Disbro

Editorial page credits LL B Fauver as editor and E L Disbro as associate editor, outlining leadership roles and publication scope.

LL. B. Fauver E. L. Disbro

Century Opens With Record US Foreign Trade in January

United States exports in January reached a record high of 186 million dollars, with manufactured goods totaling 86 million and cotton exports showing a boost in value despite slight volume decline. The January trade balance favored the U S by 67 million, up 25 million from the previous year, signaling a prosperous year ahead and highlighting the link between strong politics and business confidence. (Source: St Louis Globe Democrat)

United States Auo Ln St. Louis Globe Democrat

The Steel Trust and Its Looming Threat to Prices

The piece warns that a new steel combine could control ore supplies, ships, rails, and mills from Lake Superior to consumers, potentially setting prices. It contrasts with Standard Oil, urging moderation to avoid layoffs, reduced construction, and social unrest if the trust overplays its power. The fate of industry hinges on management policy and competition avoidance.

United States Lake Superior Ironer Steel Standard Oil Company Hugh

Leader in League Work and Civic Charity Impresses Seattle

Rev. J. G. Thorns, newly appointed by the National Anti Saloon league, appears pleased with Seattle and Washington. He organized the first Baptist Italian Mission in America, ran social services for lodging housemen, and preached gospel in a Dispensary while aiding the sick and poor. The report also notes local water works debates and upcoming senatorial reapportionment and Cuban constitutional questions.

J. G. Thorns National -Uti i Saloon League Thorns Seattle Washington J. C. Thems Elgin Dll Brown University Providence Fee Rochester Theological Seminary Elyxia Ohio Cleveland Erie Thoms Lower New York First Baptist America

Gambling in Newport Haunts Wealthy Society, Clergy Claim

An AP dispatch notes Newport society’s gambling issue spreading nationwide after sermons denouncing gambling. Clergy and social critics cite elite card playing at homes and hotels, warning excess corrupts virtue while urging reform from cultured circles.

New York Elyria Chnrch Roy Braddin Hamilton Newport D. William BR. Huntington Hamilton Gouiety BR. S. Muchathar The Baptist Cavalry Church Garda Tuane de. van de Water

An Advertiser Signboard Aids Farm Sales

A prosperous farmer James Jackson posts a signboard at his gate with his name farm name Jackson Farm and distance to the post office. A blackboard below lists stock for sale and he notes he sold one horse and two cows with calves since erecting the signboard, crediting advertising.

James Jackson

National Marine Band to Visit Cleveland for Two Concerts

The U.S. Marine Band, led by Brig-Gen Ghos Heywood, gains leave from Washington to perform in Cleveland at Gray's Armory on March 20. The band, enlarged to four members under a congressional act, receives boosted pay and status as the nation’s premier ensemble. Special rail rates from Elyria for the occasion apply, with tickets sold locally for either session. The item also endorses the city’s Republican ticket.

United States Ghos. Heywood United States Marine Corps Great National Band White House Washington Congress Cleveland Cleveland Gray’s Cleveland Elyria É& Western Ry Elyria

Rural Free Mail Delivery Hailed In Verse Complaint

Poem from the neighboring township laments not receiving rural free mailDelivery after petitioning the district. The verses describe a cold hard winter and the long delay while residents await promised doorstep mail service and the box they paid for.

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Oberlin College President urges larger endowment to cover deficits

President Barrows presents a 1900 endowment report showing only 35 percent of current expenses covered by income. Total endowment 704,808.58 dollars. total expenses 4,495,860.89. deficit 14,451.80 met by gifts. Oberlin seeks new library, labs, and admin buildings and favors stronger academy with manual training.

Oberlin College Barrows Belmagh Oberlin Acadeumpo Cher‘lin Thas

No Trouble About Getting Recruits From Reorganized Army

An over 100 percent rise in enlistments since February 8 after the army reorganization bill has officials confident they will fill the army to full strength before volunteers must be mustered out. Adjutant General Corbin reports daily from recruiting officers nationwide. By February 8 the first week yielded 386 recruits and by the week ending March 9, 786 recruits were obtained.

War Department Corbin

The New Woman Spring Fashion Trends

Cretonne flowers lead spring dress trends with long underskirts and narrow gaffles. Louis XV coats with basques appear beside fancy epoch vests. Gnipure trims light gowns while two tone face adornments and long oversleeves with laced undersleeves appear. Horsehair hats top summer headwear.

Notable Endowment Gift to Carnegie Company Workers Fund

Pittsburg is reported to have received a historical donation of 6.9 million dollars by Andrew Quinoye for the endowment of the fund benefiting elderly and disabled employees of the Carnegie Company. The gift marks the largest donation of its kind in memory, with the fund created about fifteen years ago and praised for aiding the infirm. Cleveland leaders split over Tom Johnson’s mayoral bid with notable Democrats opposing him. Indianapolis reports the death of General Benjamin Harrison at 4:46 PM, surrounded by family and close aides, after a period of illness starting last Thursday.

Pittsburg Mauroh Andrew Quinoye John Farley V. McMahon Harry W. Wilsen Chas. Olney New Yorker Tndlatuapolis Ind Benjamin Harrison United States Hi Family Harrison Elizabeth Elizabeth Maton Cincinnati Morrisom Minneapolis Miller John Scott Tfarrison Kansas City Russell Tiatmeon Genernil Cleveland Thurtison Lfe Sneha

Fay Stocking Co directors weigh future action in Elyria

A Fay Stocking Co board meeting on a Wednesday evening debated reorganization and possible reopening sites. Some stockholders oppose moving the main business from Elyria where many workers rely on the factory, while others favor options from several locations.

Fay Stocking Co. Fiirectors Elyria

Mayor's Court Fines James Bigga for Intoxication

James Bigga, of Birmingham, was fined $5 plus costs Thursday morning in Mayor's Court for intoxication.

James Bigga Birmingham

Short Cut Paths Rile Courthouse Park Neighbors

Court house residents complain about informal short cut paths across the courthouse park. Officials note many walks exist and warn lawns will recover but vandalism markings may become obvious as the turf regrows.

Court House Court House Park

Carlisle Grange Meeting Details Highlight Local Farming

Carlisle Grange members from La Porte enjoyed a winter gathering with poems essays and talks. J H Penfound discussed profitable farming this year while Will Penfound moves to a new home and officers plan April meetings. The group promotes irrigation and moral uplift for farming communities.

la Porte Hell J. HW. Penfound Miss Jay Arvid Bro Will Pevfound Beckie Truin Eglder Carlisle Grange W. D. Warren Wellington Tate Sid Gee Hee Fey T.whye

Quarantine Efforts As Smallpox Fears Spread In Township

In the township the suthnnfia are restricting movement to halt smallpox spread. Two families on opposite river sides show cases. a 14 year old girl in the Myers family is severely ill. Vaccinations continue, with 43 people treated and more seeking Dr Hart's care. The west side school closed for the day. actors vow strict quarantine and rapid stamping out of the disease. At Ridgeville caucus, John Sayre is named Trustee with a slate including A H Breyster as Treasurer and Wm Buck as Assessor.

Arsurintthiye PB. Prnley A. & Myers Mr. Myers Pauley Suday Langton de. Hart Dr. Hart Ridgeville John Sayre Tresaurer A. H. Breyster Wm, Buck J. D. Stearns Geo, Wilkinson

Chamber committee pursues locating Elyria machine shop

The Chamber of Commerce committee led by Messys, Brooks, Hinman, Ensigzn, Tucker and Chamberlain reports progress on finding a site for a machine shop in Elyria. Several local business leaders have responded generously, with more expected to follow.

Messys Brooks Hinman Ensigzn Tucker Chamberlain Chamber of Commerce Elyria Hey

First Vessel Enter Lorain Ships Tung Lutz Cleve land

The Tung Lutz, the season's first vessel to reach Lorain, arrived from Cleveland Wednesday with a barge in tow carrying two boilers for the new Satium being built at Lorain. A fish tug worked nets for the early catch amid storm risk and high prices.

Lorain Tung Lutz Cleveland Satium

Delay at Fox Furnace Factory Due to Severe Weather

Bad weather halts work at the Fox Furnace factory with mud and storms impeding progress. Contractor Pfandt han leads about twenty three men while Superintendent Long oversees sixteen workers waiting for better conditions to resume construction.

Fox Furnace Pfandt Han Long

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