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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1899
Page
3
An Elyria Reporter column mix pokes at the Democratic party and mayoral race while advertising local investment in lots and an opera house plan costing 21000 dollars. It notes architects Yost and Packuril and discusses taxes, bonds, and municipal finance amid national topics on Philippines acquisition and trade prospects.
The February foreign exports fell to 26.4 million while total exports rose to 98.8 million due to strong manufactured shipments. Imports stayed high but the surge in manufactured exports helped keep the trade balance favorable, suggesting resilience ahead. City funds show mixed results with several accounts over or under balance compared to last year. Political notes indicate fraud in Cleveland primaries may affect nominee prospects.
The piece argues about tariff shifts and pig iron prices impacting a water deal, then derides The Democrat for listing candidates while implying fraud and political manipulation. It contrasts The Reporter’s independence with attempts to undermine McKinley’s Republicans and notes alleged stolen votes and bribery.
The author denounces a newspaper and its Republican allies for lying about Chamberlain, alleging bribery and fraud in the election. He claims money, not merit, won the vote, with colored voters coerced or paid and notable figures lending respectability to a corrupt scheme. The piece urges citizens to distrust the result and supports establishing a local Masonic commandery to bolster civic virtue.
Mrs. Sally Raymond died suddenly Monday at her Franklin street residence from paralysis. About 91, she leaves son Frank and stepson Otis Raymond, and was widow of I G Raymond who died years ago. Born in Elyria, she lived there over forty years before moving to Fremont eight years ago. Her funeral in Elyria will be held with services by Rev. Wanamaker after arrival Wednesday morning.
Advice notes that neglect of small debts burdens others and harms business. Be prompt in paying and collecting small accounts to avoid losses and preserve financial health across enterprises. Emphasizes accountability for minor obligations and the costs of delay.
Assignment of hearings shows Judge Nye will hear cases on Thursday March 30 and Thursday April 6 1899 with several dockets including Avery vs Avery Colburn vs Calburn and Feagler vs Feagler among others plus water works case and additional matters before him in the morning in Lomin and nearby locales.
J. G. Jones died early this morning at his West River Street home after a long illness. A stone cutter by trade, he lived in Elyria for many years and was respected by all who knew him. He leaves a wife and four children. Funeral date to be announced.
Mr and Mrs John Thomas of FE Broad street are the happy parents of an Ala pound girl born this morning. This makes Chas Wagner a grandfather and he says the youngster is the finest in the land. Wag’s hair is a little grayer today and he will have to be a little more dignified to wear his new lawrels. Both mother and child are doing well.
Rollin Eastman weds Nely Hanks. Clarence A Sharp with Myrtle M Paste. G W Watson with Mary Frinber. Frank Reynolds with Maud G Cran dail. F W Shiply with Antonette Carey. Joseph B Weigel weds Adaline Taylor. Primaries on the 17th spark state debate as anti McKinley forces claim Kurtz victory. Easter suit ads and bread brand notices run alongside.
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