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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1900
Page
2
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Analysis from the fifth session on decennial apportionment shows Lorain County gaining two House seats and the same district likely earning an extra senator. Ratios, populations, and fractions justify further representation in the upcoming fifth session. Politicians with future ambitions are urged to note the implications.
A Virginia court conflict over a married woman running a general mercantile business and her claim to a family head of household exemption. Judge Waddell ruled she could not be head of the family. Judge Parnell promptly reversed, noting the social context and differences in view. The dispute centers on whether a married woman living with her husband qualifies for household exemption under Buss. tey laws.
The piece discusses census data on Nevada's population, noting growth after admission to statehood and defining representation in the House. It argues Nevada should have about one congressman per 174,901 residents, implying current seats exceed proportional needs. It cites 62,266 population figures and errors in census interpretation.
A plea to Congress urges an appropriation for a government life saving station at Lorain. The article notes Lorain harbor growth, rising shipping, and recent ship wrecks as lessons, stressing delays in Cleveland help and urging action by Congressman-elect Skiles to secure funds at the earliest possible moment.
European observers react to President Kruger’s progress through France and the Netherlands as Boer sympathizers cheer. France’s split stance pits conservatism against direct anti British moves while England tightens on the Philippine crisis. Kruger vows no surrender of arms until liberty is secured amid reports of intensified war policies in London and Weyler-like plans.
The district seeks Congress to appoint an associate for Judge Ricks of the Northern Ohio District Court due to age and infirmities. Pending cases in other courts have waited months, and Lorain county lawyers are ready to serve. The move aims to dispatch business and honor Lorain county in deference to President DeKinley.
The village of St Bernard in Hamilton County sued the C C St Louis Railway Co for the cost of maintaining a light at a crossing. The village council passed an ordinance under section M4 requiring the railway to light its crossing. The company did not comply. The circuit court upheld the village claim, ruling recovery possible even if the light was not placed on the railroad right of way, as long as the track area was lit as well as possible. The decision appears in Vol 10 of the circuit court decisions.
President McKinley told his cabinet he will urge Congress to reduce the government internal revenue by at least 20 million dollars. He argued the Spanish war expenses no longer necessitate the tax and tariff receipts now cover most current costs, with room to further ease the war tax without abolishing it entirely.
Common Pleas Court filings include Geo. F. Bishop and Geo. F. McKay suing unknown heirs of Theodore W. Mag rive and Jo W. Allen over real estate in Loran the suits cite broken early records and adverse claims Hannah Brown seeks to contest Chapman Cook will through her lawyers E G Johnson and W R Bedortha J W Jewell faces two cases arising from justice court one by Geo L Bivins for a livery bill and the other FR U Hague seeks 31 38 for medicine and money advanced through Jewell
Before Thanksgiving a quirky note suggests epicureans prefer plump hens over large gobblers. It claims larger birds are less favored by many families for their dry meat and rough texture, while tender, juicy hens make better centerpieces for banquets.
Elyria considers advancing to fourth grade city status under state statutes based on population figures from the federal census and subsequent counts. The governor auditor and secretary of state would certify eligibility and the council could seek a public vote, with unclear advantages. A final line notes syrup at Reublin Bros in Cheapside.
The Wrenmont Ohio sugar beet plant started last week with 400 tons daily capacity. It will produce 5 tons of high grade sugar per day and has grown 2 000 acres of beets this year. A three month conversion period is planned, giving farmers about 7 dollars per acre and a projected raise in acreage next year. The experiment so far is satisfactory and farmers expect greater output in coming seasons.
The C L B and W Railway faces a car famine as ore and coal cars are widely deployed across the nation. Lorain shipments run about iptear loads daily, straining capacity to meet orders while cars do not return promptly. Fresh produce from Reublin Bros. appears alongside the freight strain.
Real estate transfers show numerous Lorain and Elyria deeds with varied parcels. Transfers include D Stedman to George L Chitsch and C E Daniels for lot 8 and part lot 3 Gawsos subdivision, and Braman trustee to Peter Kieska for lot 112 Highland addition, Lorain. Other deeds involve Clark to Clover in Wellington, Manville to Manville in Elyria, and Wood Lumber Co. acquisitions in Lorain plus multiple subdivision interests and sums ranging from 125 to 7635 dollars.
Notice of Appointment details an organ recital at the First Congregational Church, with the late W. Metcalf’s organ, built by Hutejns of Boston, tested by Archer and Iber, and featuring Vreher Rinsell operatic arrangements. The Brooke's Chicago Mine Band is tentatively listed for December 5, with accompanying legal notices and medical testimonial excerpts interwoven.
Legal notice listing multiple individuals named Chalmers and Nicholl residing in Scotland Rhode Island Chicago and Illinois. Petition filed in Lorain County Ohio Common Pleas seeking determination of the last will and codicils of James Nicholl deceased. Respondents must answer by December 30, A D 100 or judgment by default will be entered.
Ohio Eighth Judicial Circuit lists start times and dates for circuit court terms across counties including Cuyahoga Summit Lorain Medina and Lorain County terms begin at 9:00 am. Dates specified include January and October for Cuyahoga, April and October for Summit, May and October for Medina, plus September dates. Official clerk verifies and records proceedings and custody of journals and records.
Probate in Lortin County Ohio lists final settlement accounts for Henry Eichet and Nelson T Meech plus admin accounts for Jacob Henry White A G Dawley Ann Watson Daniel O dawn Benjamin Pearsall and Win Fuller. Guardianship for Benjamin Pearsall. partial settlements for Orrin Moors and B P Baird. Hearing set December 16 1000 at 10 o'clock a.m. for examination.
The notice warns that Cornelius D. Fish and The Lorain Iron Company claim ownership through a mortgage on 360 100 acres in Ridgeville township Lorain County Ohio. John Bacher files a petition alleging ownership and possession, with unknown heirs of Cornelius Fish and the Lorain Iron Company as successors. The case seeks adjudication of mortgage validity and quieting title, with defendants required to answer by January 7, 1901.
Public legal notice announces service by publication for Eller Sites and others in Loram County Ohio. The case involves grounds of neglect and counts filed. Publication will continue weekly for six weeks with attorney Trudie Pepesos listed for contact.
The document lists the 4th Judicial District’s common pleas calendars for Erie, Lucas, Sandusky, Ottawa, Lorain, Medina, Summit, and Cuyahoga counties. It names judges Barber, Reed, Wildman, Nye, Kohler, and others, with trial sub divisions and scheduled sessions from January through September in each county, plus designation of David J. Nye as presiding judge for the next year.
The sheriff announces a public sale of deserted lands in Henrtegth Township within the Commenent Westery Reserve. The auction occurs on a specified Saturday at the court house, beginning at the south side and continuing along the mapped boundaries. The property, appraised at 3895 dollars, must be paid in cash on sale day. the attorney is N. G. Jlownso.
Elin Lee petitions for divorce from spouse in Lorain County Court of Common Pleas Ohio case number 0005 citing extreme cruelty habitual intoxication and gross neglect. Hearing set on or after January 12 1901 with attorney LEE Stour for plaintiff.
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