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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1903
Page
2
The Elyria Reporter records show confusion over a subscription, with fragmented lines mentioning editor L. L. Dishro and terms of service. The garbled text references delivery, wareler, and payment timing, indicating a misprint or corrupted copy of subscription instructions.
The Cleveland water supply faces pollution fears as Lake Erie water, even untreated, may threaten domestic use. Officials warn residents that boiling water kills pathogens, yet many ignore advisories. The public must heed warnings to avoid disease or death, as authorities struggle to convey the danger.
A Princeton area reminiscence recalls a notorious horse trader, his depressed episodes, and a frightened wife who seeks a minister’s aid. The clergyman assures her husband Jamie will never meet his Maker, easing the family’s fear. A regional voice notes local lore and humor in old Jersey society.
Dr W Byron Coakley of Chicago announced at the American Medical Association meeting in Saratoga a startling method to treat pneumonia. He proposed injecting an eight percent sodium chloride solution heated to 120 to 130 degrees Fahrenheit into the lungs, claiming it would kill bacteria and antiseptically affect diseased tissue, though patients must withstand the heat.
Rear Admiral Barker’s Brooklyn Navy Yard panel reviews 31 chewing tobaccos to select a year long issue for sailors. Commanders Miller Sail Adams Paymunters Cheatham Rogers Schafer lead the board as 200000 pounds are stated, volunteers try chewing trials, sailors press for expert tasters, and the selection process continues with daily tests.
A Siberian mammoth found near the River Ebrosonks after a fall from high ground killed it instantly. Excavation in extreme cold required a thawing fort. the specimen remained largely intact except for missing back portions eaten by wolves. The beast wore red brown hair and measures about ten inches for the trunk and tail over fourteen inches. The journey to Irkutsk began October 22, with the carcass transported on skates covering roughly 3000 miles.
Report from Monte Carlo notes a record number of automobile entries for the year with Bayeos 10 horsepower Daohared Lorne and Prince Helenlate’s 2 horse-power Spider among notable machines. Mercedes simplex cars arriving for the Nice event are to be driven by Wetner Stead and Lemaitre, with Loraine Barrow piloting a composite Mercedes-Lohner. A longer term Bertram unit may appear as a Jenntry racer amid plans for an electricity future. Emerson anecdote contrasts fame with expense in a quip on lecture fees.
A well trained musician visits a rich New York family and shares a Sunday music session. The guest sings hymns with Moody and Sankey while the host’s brother Jack prods him with requests for popular songs. The musician learns that local charm outshines Paris.
A new giant geyser, Rotomahana N 2, draws attention with a half acre basin of boiling water, a dome rising into the air, and a 300 foot water and stone column. Immense steam and steam columns are visible. An American syndicate is reportedly negotiating to buy Mexico's Popocatepetl volcano for its sulphur.
Classified column lists Want ads for farm acreage 250 acres and farm equipment. Includes real estate offers such as a vineyard and house on Hows street with water well, cistern, and first class repair, plus contractor and moving services and contact details for Elyria and Oberlin areas. May 6.
For Sale Three small houses on Hazel Street inquire at 111 Hazel street. Choice building lot on East Bridge street 88 feet front by TH feet trees paved street gas water and shade trees. Position Wanted A Indy wants a position as house keeper in a widower's family inquire at 119 Clark Street Birgia.
For Rent furnished rooms with heat gas and bath centrally located inquiries 209 East Second Street or at Reporter office. Two boys wanted to learn feed job presses. Republican Ptg Co. Now is the time to buy hard coal Parach Lumber Co. TBH House and lot on School Street North Amherst contains five rooms selling cheap inquire on premises or address S H Shaupe North Amherst 1918s
For sale a house on the corner of Broad and Cedar streets to be moved. Inquiries to Dr. Barrell 3 Swearer block or to J H Redfern 324 Seventh Street TH-bno.
Fragmented notices show an ad mix: Nicoly offers furnished room in a private family near Reporter office with board for a gentleman and family, plus a 10 acre parcel near Cleveland Street. also a Rawson address seeking bargain sale, a G W Gallant factory job for wood column turning, and two new milking cows from AB Taylor on Gulf Road.
Reduced rate excursion tickets to San Francisco and Los Angeles via Lake Shore and Michigan Southern RV will go on sale May 3 and May 17, good for return and travel until July 16. Some stop overs allowed in western territory. Inquiries to Ticket Agents or AJ Smith GP T A Cleveland. Apr 25.
Mrs Mary H Orick of White Plains Kentucky reports long term dyspepsia suffering. After trying many remedies she found improvement quickly with Kodol and gained weight health and strength. The advert claims Kodol digests what you eat and makes the stomach sweet.
Aving reopens law office at No. 203 Elyria Block and advertises new eight room house for $2800 on 6th street with gas, water, furnace, hardwood finish. Other houses from $1850 up.
A sale listing items such as gas and wood ranges rockers and kitchen goods at 495 Hust Avenue. An Ot tilca boy is sought for J G Schmittgen 213 Elrria block. Furnished front room suitable for two gentlemen or a single man with private entrance. Inquiries to M Hyde 621 W Broad Street. A lady business manager with appearance and pleasant address sought for The Specalty Supply Co Lorain Ohio with good salary.
Sheriff of Lorain County offers real estate in Elyria and surrounding townships at public auction on May 16 1903. Parcels include part of Original lot 163 Elyria and part of lot 26 Elyria township with multiple boundaries and measurements. Also adjacent land parcels in Blyrin township totaling several acres with appraised values and minimum bids set. Attorneys Johnson and Atonays present.
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad offers round trip excursion tickets from all stations west of the Ohio River to St Louis on April 26, 27, 29, 30 and May 1, 1908 at one fare. Tickets valid for return until May 4, 1903. Details from MG One or Jarret Cleveland.
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