08 May 1905
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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1905
Page
1
Fragmentary text from an old notification mentions places like Piqua and Elyria and discusses health claims about seed treatment and bowel effects. The legible items are disjointed and do not form a coherent report or event with clear actions or outcomes.
The circuit court reversed Hayden in the Emmert injunction matter, ruling bonds sale money need not yet be in the treasury for contracts. Judge Nye and Judge Henry described good faith by servers and no fraud, while noting the decision departs from prior view. The case heads toward the supreme court as counsel vows appeal.
The service board at a Saturday meeting awarded a bond financed contract for a snow pumping system to the Snow Steam Pump Company, after evaluating three bids from trust firms and Allis-Chalmers. Snow claimed compatibility and lower cost, while Allis-Chalmers argued their pumps offered broader range and savings. The board ordered a Snow contract and returned bids to other bidders.
Circuit Court Judges Henry and Winch granted a temporary injunction to John Heese stopping the school board from granting Athletic Park Co. the right to build a ball park on the Jefferson Street school property. Court adjourned to next Monday, with uncertainty about attendance.
David Mastick faced Mayor Folger on disorderly conduct charges after an alleged fight with James Pier at Conrad's saloon on Saturday night. The mayor postponed the case, noting the strike was provoked according to Pier. Henry Fridenstine bought The Wlyria Foundry & Machine Work at 169 East Ave, planning experiments and repairs with guaranteed work at reasonable prices.
On the Loui Street bridge a man named Kreeger fell from the railing into raging water. Police Chief Smith descended the embankment to pull him to the bank where he claimed wind blew his hat off and he went in to retrieve it. The crowd watched as he awoke and staggered away, described by the chief as drunk.
A newspaper blurb quotes a mayor recalling a humorous encounter with an Irish tramp. The tramp’s quip about a bucket shop and tinware is highlighted as his wittiest remark, delivered after a brief roadside exchange near the station.
The Englea lodge observed Memorial Day with theatre services for all the dead. They honored one member, Charles Strobmrer, whose grave will receive a wreath. Attorney W. on Hughes of Lo rain spoke on the lodge’s purpose and achievements as Poe Harmony Four performed music and William Meytrott offered prayer. CG. U. Lord gave an address and a final song closed the service.
A Special meeting discussed having the Barber people finish Middle avenue paving. No action on the motion. The board considered paying old water department bills if lawful. The C and S W traction line was asked to pay its share. Property owners face dirt removal notices. The board may charge owners if they fail to act.
Mrs Ethel Crowell claims Bert Crowell abandoned their family after a March 17 wire repair call. A newborn child arrived Sunday night as manager J C Tyson helped locate care for the mother and child. Crowell, 24, disappeared, with his Lorain mother reportedly supporting the first born. Tyson vows to find housing for the family.
The three year old daughter of W P Taylor of Ridge Street drank carbolic acid from a bottle kept on a shelf. She swallowed some of the acid, causing severe burns and unconsciousness. doctors fear she may die from the poison.
City Solicitor W B Johnston announced Judge Hayden’s ruling in the Tuzcarawas Street dispute in favor of the city. The decision held that a common law dedication by the railroad and others granted the city half the street, permanently enjoining George Persons from continuing building extensions.
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