02 May 1903
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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1903
Page
1
A quirky note from a neighborhood store invites customers to keep prices fair and friendships strong. Clerks promise helpful service and a welcoming vibe as shoppers browse and chat. The brief message emphasizes community and mutual respect inside the shop.
A personal testimonial extols Painney Celery Compound as a remedy for female weakness and consumption. The author claims rapid improvement in lungs, energy, and overall health after using the product, stating weight gain and ability to perform daily tasks after prior deterioration. The piece presents a hopeful patient tale with endorsement from a family physician.
For the first time in its history a woman leads a medical society in New England. Dr Lillian Bullock MD of Manchester NH was elected president of the Massachusetts Eclectic Medical Society, after serving last year as vice president.
Consent of enough property owners on Middle Avenue has been secured to pave the street the coming summer. The entire length from Third Street to the south corporation line will be paved, likely with brick, as the county commissioners agree to macadamize beyond to the ridge. The project will create one of the finest drives and markedly improve Jelty’s value.
Oberlin defeated the University of Chicago baseball team on home grounds by four to two as McClosky, Oberlin's new pitcher, starred with speed and a deceptive curve. Oberlin rallied in the eighth inning with a home run, three singles, and a double to seal the win while Chicago collected all its hits late.
Lorain contractors have been asked for figures for a proposed 25 by 56 foot bunk area to house 100 men at the brewery. The plan includes bunks throughout the facility and aims to promote better sleeping arrangements for the staff and workers.
May 1 was the start date for the half hour car service on the SW Ry but delays due to a new power governor caused a shift. Cars will operate every half hour from Cherlin to Cleveland with hourly runs from Wallington and Dowalk.
Local golf links north of town open for daily play as membership rapidly grows. Club officials announce plans to root a clubhouse on the grounds during the coming season.
Local ad lists a variety of household goods and furniture with contact at 110 South Onestnut Street, phone 106 194th OE Wilson. Readable details indicate a mixed-sale listing from a roadside or storefront vendor.
Blood hounds supplied evidence leading to the arrest of Rev Walger who is confined in the county jail on murder charges. The report notes the priest was apprehended following the evidence gathered, with authorities stating a formal charge is pending.
The Rev Ferdinand Walser, guest at the parsonage, was arrested in Lorain on charges of the murder of Miss Agatha Reichlin. Bloodhounds followed clues to his rooms, but officials cautioned the case remains unsettled and no motive is proven.
Mrs Leonard J Sweet purchased a fifteen hundred dollar Lyon and Healy harp to be used in the Sweet Concert Company and orchestra. The harp mirrors the model used by the Thomas and Pittsburgh orchestras. A Horn of Lorain spent Friday in this property.
Foster who returned from Europe and the Holy Land spoke at the Chamber of Commerce on Friday. He shared main points from his travels including the Pyramids of Egypt the Sphinx and cities such as Alexandria Cairo Jerusalem Athens and Constantinople. His talk impressed listeners who gained new ideas about foreign countries.
The Oberlin Gas and Electric Light Company plant was sold Friday to a newly organized local firm that recently gained a franchise from the Oberlin council. The purchase price was 0000. Much of the stock of the new company is held in Elyria, and A E Hay of Elyria will manage the Oberlin operation.
The old council met Friday night to approve talutes and discuss finances, including a 201837 poll and acceptance of Masser’s plat west of the river for the Elvira Iron and Steel works bridge. Water street grade was deferred due to the engineer’s illness, Folger’s $2000 pledge was accepted, and Fisherville’s south street is planned to widen to 60 feet. The bridge outlet and east-side access remain unsettled, with further action planned by public service. The body adjourned to Monday meeting at 7 o clock.
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