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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1903
Page
2
A Chicago Tribune report details a new disease linked to dyed fur items, attacking wearers and handlers of cheaper sable fur. Doctors recount cases among department store staff and shoppers, with theories centering on dye powders and prepared tails used in fur fashions.
An OCR fragment blends a grim note of a shooting tragedy in London with stray domestic kitchen instructions. It references Khoon Wong and a fearsome incident, then abruptly switches to a rabbit recipe and a bread dough method from unrelated newspapers.
An Hungarian author received a ten month imprisonment sentence in Hungary for passages deemed offensive and was fined about £80. Authorities ordered the author to pay the fine with costs.
The article observes that Italians of the poorer class maintain good health, attributing this to the working people of Thaly eating less meat than in any other European nation.
A valuable English pointer lost from a plantation near here was found in Joyceville Mecklenburg county 150 miles away. The cross country chase ends with the white dog leading the liver colored rival across fields roads and pines before both vanish after a dramatic day of tracking and a disputed tale of rivalry.
A Chicago Daily News item recounts a tale where a former mayoral hopeful, outfitted in a plug hat and white tie, is mocked for not recognizing his own wife and, by extension, himself. The blacksmith ends with a quip about men who do not know themselves. The piece nods to the quip about there being many metals but few who lack self doubt.
A 19th century note describes 49 000 emigrant civilized negroes in Liberia from the United States. It also mentions doctors traveling with Mecca pilgrims to reduce disease risk and a yearly Egyptian pill grime caravan sent from Cairo with a military escort.
The report surveys a spring fashion scene featuring velvet garments, fur trims, decoupe velvet, and braided trims. It notes tailored gowns, decorative buttons, and silk embroidery expanding in next season, with accessories like hats and millinery showcasing feathered accents and refined fabrics.
Brooklyn Eagle notes spring fashion with bold color accents and updated silhouettes. Black hats gain traction over white, new millinery mounted on bandeaux, longer fuller skirts, and richer laces with chenille and embroidery. Pastel blues and orange velvet touch bridal ensembles. notable items include drawnwork, Madeira stitches, and silk appliques. Vocal gymnastic skits precede a brief theft report from a streetcar stop.
Fragmentary notices show adman entries for bonds, contractors, and lumber firm names. Mentions Towall Smith Elyvia Block Sam Houghton Chestnut Street and Lorain Lumber and Manufacturing Co with brief purchase prompts and horse team descriptions.
Cheap sale of a movable one bedroom house at the corner of Broad and Cellar streets. Inquiries to I H Redfern or Dr J E Burrell, Aprlex.
Fragmentary text discusses a topical treatment for shin disease with reference to blood, barrels, and a nonsterile prescription. The content is incoherent and unclear, with misspellings and dubious medical assertions lacking verifiable detail.
Wise and Jackson announce a private sale of fine horses at their home. Buyers may inspect and negotiate offers on horses described as top quality. Sale location listed as 13206.
Travel ad copy urges a Pacific Coast visit with cheap rates and a February window. It lists agents and contact points including B and OR Ror addrugs MOG Carrel and D P A Cleveland.
Fragmentary notice offers seventy six meres on Butternut Ridge for lease on shares and a cheap sale of a cook store and dining table. Inquiries directed to Goo Hill and to Robinson and Han souk's store. Unknown date and location.
Job ad from Parseli Lumber Co seeks a strong boy to operate in the mill. Applicant should apply in person to the Parseli Lumber Company, ASA division.
Various listings offer an eight room house on West Seventh Street for 25 dollars and a ten room house with modern conveniences near town center for 35 dollars a month. Additional rentals include a furnished front parlor with meals, a 400 acre Sheffield township farm for share rent, and a large Columbus Street lot. Contact Frank A Smith Elyria Block and others for details.
Family of two seeks medium house in good repair near Johnson ling preferable at 110 Deway Avenue. No trouble with tone fees or guardian bonds. Enquire 9.361 West Second Street for furnished front parlor with board suitable for couple or two men.
A large cameo pin was found Sunday between the Episcopal church and 252 Dth Street. Please return it to Avis Hamlin at 11 East Avenue near Broad Street for a reward.
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