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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1900
Page
6
Lovers of music pantomime and scenic effects will enjoy the production Next Door at the Elyria Opera House on May 4. The show blends burlesque farce musical comedy pantomime and a spectacular display with the famed Roger Brothers known for agile pantomime and acrobatics.
Mrs Helen F Clark told Methodist Episcopal ministers in New York that the city is a heathen center rivaling Tokyo. She cited about 1,300,000 unaffiliated residents, 3,500 people per Protestant church, and only 7 percent Protestant membership, with 1 percent since 1890. She noted 19 percent with a foreign born parent and 1,300,000 unaffiliated in Greater New York, excluding those with any religious ties.
About 40 Oberlin ladies hosted an afternoon gathering for the Elyria corps with invited guests from Lorain and Ridgeville not attending. Mrs Smith welcomed guests, Mrs Staimon responded, and Mrs Ackleson spoke on the Dayton soldiers home work. The event closed with social time and tea.
Patrick Tahill longtime Lake Shore railway employee at Norwalk died Tuesday night from a strange accident in Chicago. While smoking a pipe he fell, the stem pierced his throat, and a portion of the stem remained in his throat during removal. Blood poisoning ensued after painful suffering.
In Kansas City on April 30 William T L Wilson author of the tariff bill predicts Dewey will blunder again and Bryan will be nominated despite bad conditions. Barker says 1,500,000 Pennsylvanians may vote for McKinley if Bryan exits, with Populists and Democrats steering new lines. Philadelphia reports Populist paths to Cincinnati May 9. Barker notes 30,000 Pennsylvanians casting ballots for Bryan will be lost to the Populist candidacy, shifting Dems to support someone else. The Roer mission heads to the United States. a shooting in Watseka ends in suicide and another arrest in San Francisco for embezzlement.
The Danbury quarry land near Lake Erie and Sandusky Bay has been sold to buyers rumored to intend mining, possibly altering local stone and lime competition with the Kelly Island Lime and Transportation Company. Attor ney George A True of Port Clinton arranged the deal amid market chatter of steel trusts and major purchasers.
A letter urges volunteers to assist parents who bring infants to church gatherings. The writer, identifying with the community, asks neighbors to watch children for attendees who cannot find childcare. The note contrasts new wedding reporting trends and promotes genuine bicycle gear and local shops as well.
Notice of appointment for the estate of Mabel P Ewing, deceased, detailing that the administrator has been reported and is acting. Dated April 28, 1900, at Gratton, Lerman county. Nellie Wotcor listed as administrator with a four-room address at 3 West Second, 1918.
A fragmented ad promises a one dollar reduction on any item with 3200 or more value before February first. It touts all items marked, claims lowest prices, lists sample items like refrigerators and Velour chairs, and notes credit options at Brown Brothers Home Outfitters in Cleveland Ohio.
An old advertising note extols Chase & Sanborn Seal Brand Java and Mocha praising its purity and high quality. It highlights parchment lined bags, careful selection, and a rich color description to entice health conscious readers to choose the brand.
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