Cost to attend the Pan American Exposition itemized
A press rounded estimate lists travel, lodging, meals, and ground fees for a five day Pan American visit. Base costs include railroad fare ($4.50 Elyria), lodging ($1.50–$10/day), meals 25–75 cents, grounds admission 50 cents, Midway $0.97.95 with extras to $18.50. total around 25 dollars, possibly up to 27 with Niagara Falls and Fort Erie side trips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elyria
Niagara Falls
Canada
Fort Erie
Old Fort
Niagara River
Buffalo
Rowboat voyage to Buffalo aims for Pan American expo
Nicholas Cullen and William McFarlon, two Sandusky youths, started from Sandusky Friday night in a borrowed life saving boat to sail 300 miles to Buffalo for the Pan American exposition. Their route includes Kelley’s Island and a Canadian shore crossing, with a $100 wager and a three day expected voyage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nicholas, Cullen
William McFarlon
Sandusky
Buffalo
Marblehead
Kelley's Island
Canada
Bnuffalo
Landmark Block Tearing Opens Broad and Washington Corner
Demolition of a historic brick block at Broad and Washington began Monday. The old block stood as a town landmark for years. The replacement New Century block at the west end is expected to be leased by the Savings Deposit Bank.
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Broad
Washington Streets
The
Savings Deposit Bank
County News Breeze From Elyria and Nearby Tales
Gurrent Events in the County reports Mrs Gov Coon moved her family to Elyria last Saturday. Philo Penfield of Michigan and family visit Rev G H Norton in law. Illnesses touch Mrs M L Disbro and Mrs W J Krebs but improve. Mrs I A Fox gravely ill after her father Robert Park's death. Robert Park aged 74 died Monday April 22 at his Penfield home from pneumonia after wartime service. Funeral April 24 by Rev W Long. funeral arrangements by Damon and Andrews, Wellington. Frank Scoville visiting Norwalk. Chas Devernaux improving in Columbus and expected home soon. Nora McAfee and Ted Austin visit relatives in Wellington area. Albert Pierce and wife visit with W B Andrews family. Mrs Asa Nichols of Elyria visits J T Denham family. Nantippe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Coon
Elyria
Philo Penfield
Michigan
G. H. Norton
M. L. Disbro
W. J. Krebs
I. A. Fox
Robert Park
Penfield
John Bartlett
J. A. Fox
W. Long
Damon and Andrews
Wellington
Garth
Frank Scoville
Riley Hastings
Norwalk
O. Chas
Devernaux
Columbus
Sanford Deveraus
Nora McAfee
Ted Austin
Rochester
A. Wineham
Albert Pierce
W. B. Andrews
Asa Nichols
Mamie Denham
Mrs. J. T. Denham
Nantippe
Hastings Relief Vorpa No 150
Fox
Penfold
Frank Wolcott
Stella Presson
Enton
Ernest Craddock
Medina
Clara Gott
Burr Gott
Wm. Gott
Providence
Lang
David Gott
Cleveland
Susan Sutliff
Miles Sutliff
Harry Ryen
Hig Mill
Richards
Butternut Ridge News and Local Notices
Butternut Ridge reports Mrs John Yampkina very ill. A recent storm damaged Eaton Center Disciple Church and several shade trees were struck. Aunt Sally Fauver, longtime resident, died Saturday after years of illness. funeral Monday at the house. Friday evening party hosted by Mr and Mrs Frank Jackson drew a large crowd with dancing late. Nettie Pombher ill with pneumonia though improving. Dr Clements of Grafton attending. Perry Hathaway and family from Copopa visited relatives Sunday. E Herry Bassett of Cleveland visited here Sunday. Lara Van Wagnen of LaGrange staying with aunt Gertie Chambers for a while. Dandy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Yampkina
Eaton Center
Sally Fauver
Myr
Frank Jackson
Nettie Pombher
Clements
Grafton
Perry Hathaway
Copopa
Herry Bassett
Cleveland
Lara van Wagnen
LaGrange
Gertie Chambers
Community Notes From Carlisle and Surroundings
Carlisle and nearby residents share visits, illness and updates. Mrs. Smith from Michigan visits Mrs. J. Biggs while Mr. H. Lantsberry and daughter spend Sunday with grandmother on the ridge. George and John Plaas went to Indiana to bury their mother. Mrs. Charles Gibbs and son from Brunswick visit friends. John Deidvick has repainted his house. Mrs. Charles Robson is sick. Mr. and Mrs. George Rich celebrated their 20th anniversary with about 60 relatives and neighbors. Mrs. Rich received several gifts. Mrs. John Plase plans to banner this year for chickens with incubator. H. J. Eady reports a fine wheat crop on the Cottesbrooke farm and is installing new wire fences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Gibbs
Brunswick
John Deidvick
Charles Robson
Aick Nat
George Rich
Severe Storm Strikes Kipton Town Hall and Barn
Kipton suffered its most severe thunderstorm in years striking the town hall and Eli Flickenger’s barn. A valuable cow belonging to Mr Gove died. no buildings burned and the hall suffered considerable damage. The community mourns Miss Maria Hawkins who died suddenly, loved in Camden. Several social notes follow including visits, Cantata plans, a temperance lecture, and local greetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phrreday
Kipton
Eli Flickenger
Gove
Maria Hawkins
Camden
Charlie
Wettie Rosenthauler
Hiram College
Alle Stanfield
Wellington
Town Hall
Will Hill
Cleveland
Cooley
Medina
Searls
Kate Brumby
Huntington social notes reflect family visits and illness
Mrs. Chas Bush and her son from Elyria visited her mother Mrs. Clara Jones. Bessie Hill spent Sunday with cousin Julis Dirlam. Laborie of Elyria visits sister Mrs. Bennett. Alan Smith of Sullivan called on parents. W H Smith family activity last week. Elsie Hielman of Sullivan visited Agnes Robinson. Mrs. Lorena Smith of Wellington visiting EK West. Geo Weaver recovering from illness. Chas Dirlam and wife of Wellington spent Sunday with T D Phelan and family. Ralph Richmond of Wellington visited grandparents G Rogers and wife. Mrs. W Weavers reported very ill. Silvey Parks of Wellington spent Sunday with aunt Mrs. Eugene Bliss. Mrs. David Hull and Mrs. Chas Bailey in Cleveland Sunday. District No. 1 entertainment Thursday evening a success. Process sum slightly over 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Bush
Elyria
Clara Jones
Bessie Hill
Julis Dirlam
Laborie
Bennett
Alan Smith
Sullivan
W. H. Smith
Elsie Hielman
Agnes Robinson
Lorena Smith
Wellington
Wests
Geo. Weaver
Chas. Dirlam
T. D., Phelan
Ralph Richmond
G. Rogers
W. Weavers
Silvey Parks
Eugene Bliss
David Hull
Chas, Bailey
Cleveland
District No. 1
H. H. Forrs
Lelinda Gott
Clara Gott
Williams Gott
Charles Merriam
David S. Get
Breuner
J. Frantzi
Carl, Robbins
Loraim Sanday
Robbins
Charles Elliot
Bix Four Depot
Hho
G. E. French
Columbia
Frank Moranville
Akypou
A. Snrete
L. Crane
John Gott
Mary Smith
Ralph Hart
Parsons
Oberlin
LaGrange High School
Bessie Gott
James Holcomb
Ernest Forbes
Youngstown
Harry Hastings
Akron
Lettie Soules
A. W.van Benshoten
Carrie
Mangan
Shelby
Big Four Railway Company
Silas Stroup
Mary Sanders
Nick
Feness
R. Harts
Z. Parsons
Ida Hubbard
Farewell reception at Rev Wood noted in Copopa
In Copopa a farewell reception for Rev Wood is planned for next Friday evening with cordial guests invited and ice cream and cake to be served. Miss Ida Saxon of Ridgeville visits her sister Mrs Bastards, a birthday dinner honors Mr and Mrs Francis Emmon, and locals attend various events including electioneering for spring clerk and Grange initiation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wood
Ida Saxon
Ridgeville
Wm. Bastards
Francis Emmon
Frank Folley
Wilcox
Lord
Elyria
Acma Grange
G. Reisinger
la Porte
Olive Martin
Cleveland
A. D. Crocker
A. Crocker
North Eaton Society Meets at Mrs Cowles
North Eaton notes record the L. A. society meeting at Mrs. R. Cowles on Wednesday afternoon. Reports mention Mrs. Marcellus and Mrs. Marzhe’s aged mother ill with dropsy and heart trouble, Barry Bassett of Cleveland visiting briefly Sunday, and Mrs. Marshall buried with funeral in LaForte led by Rev. Byiutgon. Also, Mrs. Ed. Johnson faces blindness. Dr. Patrick of Elyria treats her with little hope, and Lightning caused damage to the Disciple church in the center last week without fire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. A. Society
R. Cowles
Marcellus
Disciple
Arrival of a baby daughter brightens Mr and Mrs Chas Girlis
Local notices report Mrs Jane Cowles entertaining the Ladies Aid on Wednesday. Summer music teaching by Mr Bastard Mra Hank and Harn est Harrington. Farmers busy after heavy rains hindered planting. A thunderstorm last week struck Mr Lyon Gains barn killing his horse and setting the building ablaze though quickly extinguished. The church at the center was also struck and slightly damaged. Mrs Marshall dies after long illness leaving husband and two daughters. community offers sympathy. R.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas
Jane Cowles
Ladies Aid Society
Mra
Hank
Harnest Harrington
Lyon Gains
Marshall
Lake Breeze Beach Park Notes and Local Visits
Lake Breeze items record Beach Park baseball team defeating the Cleveland Spinks, visits by Mr. Stiwald and grandson in Amherst, H. G. Redington on the shore, and Mr. Seidell from Cleveland at Shore Acres farm named after a play. Also mention A Seymour calling on M H Beebe, Roy Ellis being able to be outdoors, Stiwald in Henrietta, Massey summer home burned after fire left in a grove, likely coals igniting the floor, and Earle Jaycox visiting Leo Stiwald at Venus estate Friday and Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beach Park
Cleveland Spinks
Stiwald
Amherst
H. G. Redington
Mr. Seidell
Cleveland
Mr. Stiwald
Henrietta
Jean Massey
Earle Jaycox
East Amherst
Leo
Venus
Local Notes From LaPorte Area Society News
Mrs DT A Fanver and Miss Higbee of Ridgevills Henry Co entertained friends nearby for a few days. Miss Gertrude Bruce, once near death, is improving. The Methodist Ladies Aid will be hosted by Mrs Shiltsz on Thursday May 16. Mr O Blacksiee, ill all winter, visited old friends last week. QO A S.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DT. A. Fanver
Higbee
Ridgevills
Henry Co
Gertrude Bruce
Ladies Aid Society
Methodist Church
Shiltsz
O. Blacksiee
QO. A. S
Chestnut Ridge Community News Briefs
Mrs Edith Marsh of Grafton visited the Taylors last week. Vern Martin of Elyria stayed with his parents last Sunday. Elyria Brick and Tile mill began brick production Monday. Frank Wurtz of Cleveland called on friends in the area. Mrs Freeman suffers a wound from a cat bite. Mrs Sally Fauger of North Eaton died Saturday May 1. Burial was at Butternut Ridge cemetery Monday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edith Marsh
Grafton
L. Taylor
Vern Martin
Elyria
Frank Wurtz
Cleveland
Weel
Freeman
Sally Fauger
North Eaton
Butternut Ridge Cemetery
Notice of Bond Sale By Elyria School Board
The board of education of the Elyria district Ohio invites sealed bids by noon on May 15 1991 for thirty five bonds of five hundred dollars each dated May 18 1901. Bonds carry five percent interest paid semi annually May 1 and November 18. Bonds mature in 1902 and each year thereafter with three bonds maturing May 18 of each year, and three bonds yearly until all mature. Delivery after May 1903 with accrued interest. The board may reject bids. Assessed valuation 3 900 000, estimated valuation 39 000 000, total debt including issue SN7 000 water debt 5000. Issued per Revised Statutes. J O Hilde president WH Snow secretary. April 2 1908.
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Board of Education
Avy
Elyria
Ohio
Savings Bank
Bala
Hilde
Snow
Weather and social notes from Pittsfield area
Weather very cold. A. O. West and son John were in Wellington Tuesday. Mrs. James Root spent a few days in Wellington last week and is now with Mrs. Kelsey at Kipton. Dr. McRoberts was painting in Elyria last week. Frank Root was in Elyria on business. The electric crossing at the center is in bad condition and should be repaired by March.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. O. West
John
Wellington
James Root
Kelsey
Kipton
McRoberts
Elyria
Frank Root
Mar
Avon Baptist notices and upcoming events
Avon church schedule reports a Baptist society meeting with Mrs. Jasper Henson on Thursday afternoon May 23. Miss Katherine Dechant returns from Cleveland midweek. Miss Eva Dann visited home over the weekend. The missionary concert at the Baptist church Sunday evening drew good attendance. Sunday services May 19 include morning 10 30 and evening 7 80 with programs Our Citizenship and Sights Sounds and Sensations in Dondon Slame Hoarty welcome for u L G.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Baptist Society
Jasper Henson
Katherine Dechant
Cleveland
Eva Dann
the Baptist Church
Avon
Dondon Slame
Hoarty
West Ridge Briefs Include Housekeeper Absence and Funeral Attendance
Mr Shauver's house keeper left last night to seek other quarters. Mr A D Joy lost a horse on Saturday night. Messrs O H P W H and wife W Suthif and wife Mrs H Brown Mrs VerSoy and son Arthur were in Wellington on Wednesday to attend the funeral of Mrs Miles Sutliff who died after a very short illness.
Glimpses of Europe publication expands readership
In answer to inquiries about Mr. Braman s Glimpses of Europes The Reporter states the publication has fairly begun New subscribers can obtain back numbers as the letters are well received by readers A note on continuing correspondence and ongoing interest concludes the item.
KEEP IT HOLY Rev Endly Preached Sabbath Doctrine At Length
Rev Endly urged Sabbath observance as a divine institution protecting body mind and spirit. He condemned Puritan and continental Sundays while promoting cheerful worship and temperate habits. The sermon linked rest to humane progress and cited biblical roots from Eden Sinai manna and old testament. A foreclosure suit filed by C C Crofford seeks $190.17 plus $352.70 taxes on notes tied to Portmand and Argilla properties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Endly
C. C. Crofford
Tporthmand
Argilla
Durham
Land purchase debated for New West side school grounds
The board of education weighs buying an entire block bounded by Bond Factory Jefferson and Madison Streets. Some fear high cost, others argue West Side support warrants more ground. Advocates contend ample playgrounds aid progress and growth, cautioning against cramped spaces in a growing city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Education
West Side
Bond, Factory, Jefferson and
Madison Streets
Elyria Lodge Elks Hold Social Session After Minstrels
Dramatic Mirror reports Elyria Lodge B P O E No 465 held a social session after Field's Minstrels performance. About one hundred Elks attended as the entire company performed selections from the Elks Minstrels and Field's Company. Toast master Mr Quinlan led the evening.
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Nework
May
Elyria Lodge B. P. 0
Field
Elks
The
Death of Mrs Artz in West Highth Street Home
Mrs Athena Artz of West Highth Street died Tuesday afternoon after a lengthy illness from consumption. She leaves two daughters, Mr Evans of Cleveland and Miss Zoe Artz of this city. The funeral will be held at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon at the house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athena Artz
West Highth Street
Artz
Mr. Evans
Cleveland
Zoe Artz
Hancocks Obtain Marriage Licenses in Alton and Lorain
Frank F. Hancock and Mrs. Margaret H. Hancock both of Alton and Hlyria respectively secured marriage licenses. Matthias Wihemy, 48, of Florinat, and Mrs. Emma D. L. Arnold, 80, of Lorain, also obtained licenses, pairing two couples from different locales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank F. Hancock
Alton
Margaret H. Hancock
Hlyria
Matthias Wihemy
Emma DL. Arnold
Lorain
Ohio State Experiment Station Bulletins From Wooster
Receipt of Bulletins numbers 122 128 124 and 125 from the Ohio Experiment Station at Wooster. They cover Onion Snut grape rot and prevention and The Maintenance of Fertility. Bulletins are sent free to all residents who request them. Correspondence should be addressed to Experiment Station Wooster Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Wooster
Nineteen to One: Oberlin Dominates W. B. U. in Walkaway
Oberlin games shows stronger play than last week as they beat W. B. U. nineteen to one. Oberlin scores in eight innings, Akins allows two hits for Azelbert, and key plays include Randall tagging Pelton and Hotchkiss muffing a fly to right. Captain Peirce hits a home run and a two bagger, while team shifts and lineup changes aim to improve fielding and pitching.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. BR. U
Cleveland
Oberlin
Azelbert Boys
Akins
Reserve
Randall
Pelton
Hotchkigs
Frooter
Peirce
Woodworth
Morgan
Tompkins
Robinson
Real Estate Transfers List Shows Numerous Property Deals
Real estate transfers detail multiple lot transactions across towns including Day's subdivision outlets 82 and 33 near Black River and Wellington. Buyers such as Anna Pains Marsh, Sarah Holford, and A V Hageman acquire parcels ranging from fractions of lots to several acres with prices from 600 to 12 000 dollars. Names include Gertrude Hanenstein, Michael Rudforth, Amanda Lane, Nellie I B Tambling heirs, and many others in diverse townships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gertrude M. Hanenstein
Anna Pains Marsh
Day
Black River
Michael
Alice Rudforth
Sarah S. Holford
Ridgeville
Amanda Lane
A. V. Hageman
Byron G. Nichols
William L. Tambling Et
Lorain County Law Library Adopts Membership Rule
The Lorain County Law Library Association set a rule at the courthouse that books may be taken only to the courtroom and only by association members or those legally entitled. Non members faced restricted access. attorneys may apply to the secretary for admission terms. A new lock was ordered, C. G. Washburn reappointed librarian, and the directors reelected E. G. Johnson president, D. J. Nye vice president, P. H. Boynton treasurer, and H. W. Ingersoll secretary. board to meet again in two weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorain County Law Library
Court House
C. G. Washburn
D. J. Nye
E. G. Johnson
A. BR. Webber
P. H. Boynton
H. W.ingersoll
H. W. Ingersoll
Elyria Woman Elected State President of Ladies of G. A. R.
At Bellefontaine during the state encampment of G. A. R. and auxiliaries, Mrs. Lena Hyland of Elyria was elected state president of the Ladies of the G. A. R. Installation followed the vote with the ceremony on Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bellefontaine
Lena Hyland
Relief Sewer Project Underway on Fourth Street
City Engineer Snow directs relief sewer construction beneath Fourth Street where the main sewer outlet is blocked. The relief sewer runs from the same outlet area to alleviate the clogged line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fourth Street
Snow
Mnasey
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Butternut Ridge
Carlisle
Huntington
Lake Breeze
LaPorte
Chestnut Ridge
Pittsfield
West Ridge
Europe
Rev
Dramatic Mirror
Qherlin
Law Library
Brec Silks
Ladi
North
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