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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1900
Page
1
The latest Congress shows McKinley securing the electoral college and a strong majority in both houses. Bryan trails with about a two thousand vote margin in a nationwide contest.
A fragment notes political campaign items and merchant activity. It mentions Bryan caps in limited supply and a boy who secured two caps after hours, highlighting small scale interest in the campaign merchandise.
The latest Lorain County returns show little change from yesterday with a total county vote of 18 258. Republicans lead Democrats in most precincts while Avon and Elyria Township vote Democratic. The report cites Skiles and Sharp as key figures and calls the result one of the party’s biggest county wins.
James H. Rogers 46 formerly of New York and a printer, killed at North Amherst Friday. His funeral was held Monday in Birmingham with Co A detail escort from Lorain, taps by Charles Wurst, and a salute at the grave. services led by Oberlin KOP. He leaves a wife and two daughters. home in Henrietta Township near Birmingham.
C Niles petitions in common pleas court seeking a divorce from Ellen Niles on grounds of gross neglect and unfaithfulness. The couple married two years and have no children, with Grant Holliday listed as attorney for Niles. Also notes the 18th annual meeting of the W M S of the North Ohio conference M E church in Elyria, with Mrs. Henry Hedges named president and thanks extended to those who hosted delegates. Rev and Mrs Crafts returned from a week in Columbus.
Mr Matinak spoke at the First Concrecestor church recital on Wednesday evening about musical instrument development. He noted the organ took longest to perfect and explained the evening selections from well known composers. audience appreciated his artistic rendition of the pieces.
The trial of Jones for cutting with intent to wound concluded with a guilty verdict. Judge Wye, citing age and prior good reputation, imposed two years at hard labor, deeming the offense aggravated. Separately, Williams from the Nickel Plate show was arrested for pocketbook theft from Ada Surridge, bonds set at 500 dollars, then remanded to jail when unable to post.
The Lakeside Printing Co announces a Lorain county focused December magazine with notable county contributors A. R. Weber Lonize McCoy Hern and Hon. T. EB. Burton offering articles on the recent election. Readers praised the November edition.
The State vs George Brown, indicted for grand larceny, was tried by the court of common pleas. Attorney Clayton Chapman defended Brown. The jury returned a guilty verdict Friday morning and sentencing awaits. Brown was brought from Lorain in June for stealing brass valued at about $58 from the Lorain stove works and has been in the county jail.
George Brown and Frank Williams were sentenced Tuesday by Judge Nye. Brown received two years in the penitentiary for brass theft from Lorain works. Williams was fined and jailed for stealing Mrs. Surridge’s pocketbook at the circus, with costs and possible further jail time until paid. Sam Perry was fined and jailed after pleading guilty to stealing a watch from a North Eaton man, with additional days in jail if not paid. Shredded Whole Wheat advertisement concludes the page.
Miss Cage, eight years in Osaka, spoke at the Ninety Five club about Japanese manners and daily life, showing samples and pictures. She noted Osaka as a busy but orderly city, plans to return to Japan in March, after a visit in Oberlin and Elyria.
A. R. Webber received a telegram from W. Dickinson of La Crosse Wisconsin the morning after the election stating that Bryan's silver medal feat was amputated near his chin in what is described as an accident yesterday.
John Swartz of Sheffield died in his barn on Saturday while tending sows. Aged between 50 and 60, he leaves three children and a wife who died last winter. Found seated on a box, death likely due to heart trouble. funeral held Tuesday at Shemeld Catholic church.
A LaPorte village scene near Elyria reports a Saturday night celebration ending with police detentions. Three residents were rounded up at the station while others faced intoxication in various parts of town. Some were later brought before the mayor at the city prison for handling.
James Rodgers of Henrietta and Terry Quinn of Lorain were struck by Lake Shore express No. 31 at Lerach crossing near North Amherst Friday afternoon. Rodgers died instantly. Quinn injured severely and later stabilized. both horses killed and wagon demolished. Rodgers, about 84, farmer, employed Quinn. both had been drinking. Crossing shown as dangerous. train likely faster than schedule. Quinn survived initial injuries, moved to Lorain hospital when possible. Company A, 5th, members both men.
The first of several contracts for new ships, held up by election results, was closed by President W. L. Brown of the American Shipbuilding Co. It covers a steel steamer of 420 feet keel 50 feet beam and 28 1 2 feet hold depth for Capt. C. W. Elphinke of Chicago and associates. The vessel will be built at South Chicago and ready for sea next June.
The Yale Observatory's Frederick T. L. Chase notes no decisive leonid display this year, despite predictions. He cites Jupiter's recent orbital perturbations and uneven meteoroid distribution as likely causes, while a short window of visibility may reduce sightings if clouds persist. Nearby, Mrs. Martha Lees celebrated her eighty eighth birthday with relatives in Eaton township, receiving gifts and congratulations in pleasant weather.
Canadian election results show Sir Wilfrid Laurier leading the Liberals to a decisive victory over conservatives led by Sir Charles Tupper. The government retains power for a term described as a strong win comparable to major party success in the United States.
The City Bridge Fund faced overdrawn accounts and due railing costs for the Third street bridge. Council authorized borrowing 1400 dollars and set to improve sidewalks including Quincy and Middle avenues and East Second street. Debate arose over railroad concessions and street costs with mayoral critique of the street commissioner and proposed ordinance amendments.
Complete returns from the ix counties show Hon W W Skiles with a plurality of 8181. County by county tallies include Ashland 1600 for Skiles, Lorain 2016, Morrow 375, Richland 310, Knox 150, etc. Comparisons to 1896 and 1898 show Skiles outpacing McKinley and Bryan in several counties. A bet on Bryan featured a wheelbarrow stunt in Lorain.
The Reporter plans to occupy its new quarters in the Ely power block, with completion expected by December. Proxell Manufacturing takes most of the floor. steam heating is finished, boilers fired, freight elevator nearly ready, and passenger elevator to follow. The new offices will feature hardwood rooms, tile partitions, and complete fireproofing with modern conveniences.
Judge Kohler granted a divorce to former Akron mayor R. E. McKinson from his wife after her petition began last September. The wife’s petition was dismissed for lack of provocation, and an agreement reportedly set Mrs McKinson to pay $1,000 down and $25 monthly to remain single.
Qeo. P. Stetson presents Uncle Tom's Cabin at the opera-house tonight with a strong company and a first class show in every way for the show-going public.
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