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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1906
Page
1
A fragmentary newspaper item references police activity involving robbers and an assault on a city employee. The readable text mentions a European stem study and a science-like note, with unclear details about a special agent and a Tuesday event.
Theodore Faxon was elected county clerk to serve out the unexpired term of Clyde Wilcox who resigned a week ago. Faxon, a Blyrin High and Cornell graduate, will assume office one week from next Monday after a thorough qualification process.
Oberlin High defeated Cleveland West High 25 to 6 yesterday afternoon. Oberlin led early with strong running from Waite, Curtiss, and Pooderson and built a halftime lead. West High rallied briefly in the second half, with Cup Fonthold on defense and Wuseman and Crebbin on offense, but Oberlin held on as Waite recovered a fumbled punt near Oberlin’s goal line.
Baldwin University football hosts Myrta High in a practice game Saturday. The squad features seven former players and many new men as last year’s lineup competes for starting spots amid a strong spring buildup and optimism for a successful season.
Judge Washburn opposed the Ramsey rail line crossing Lorain streets while Judge Hayden previously granted the company crossing rights on county roads in Oberlin and Wellington. Washburn heard the Wabash petition and ordered removal of certain grade crossings. Hayden heard Ramsey crossing petitions and would complete them if required.
Contractors near completion on the west pier extending about two hundred feet into the lake from the range light. Concrete work advances near the lighthouse as devices move out. Full completion is not expected for about a year with remaining work concentrated near the lighthouse. Once finished Lorain Harbor will have piers as fine as any along the lake.
The sanny people of the Methodist, Disciple Congregational and Baptist churches will hold a union service Sunday evening at six o'clock in the Baptist church. Mr. Johnson will lead. Subject Christ's Life the Contingent Events Our Obedience. All are invited to attend.
Alyesia Theatre on Thursday October 11 hosts magician Kellar in a program of Oriental necromancy and visionary feats with new pieces The Sailor The Welk and The Enchanted Monkey He will perform sleight of hand and other experiments with masterful skill and his full program will be shown in this city to broader audiences.
Councilman Muller will ask the Chamber of Commerce to endorse a municipal lighting plan. He urges a full discussion of the lighting issue at the next chamber meeting. The Citizens Gas Electric Co. contract expires soon. options include renewing, switching firms, or city operation. Muller favors city control and a thorough investigation before action at the next meeting.
Sir superintendent Couldngs told the Chamber of Commerce on Friday that Abuetler proposed a primary school for Dhanky eilley with the aim to keep children in the settlement in schools. Professor Comaid noted the need to retain children in education, but cautioned against overburdening already strained resources. Mueller's suggestion was discarded by the Chair.
Rev D A Herrick of Akron speaks in Elyria October Sundays at Odd Fellows hall at 2 30 and 7 30 pm under the Progressive Spiritualistic Society auspices. All are invited to attend.
The Lorain and Ashland Railway company has brought suit against Waterling and Dake Erie Railroad to secure the right to cross the latter's tracks at Wellington. The two parties disagree on the crossing method.
Klein Brothers of Cleveland obtain a $25 default judgment against J. Kolopos in Squire Lord's court for balance on saloon fixtures bought two or three years ago. Kolopos plans to appeal, and the record mentions Fountain syringes water bottles U Hague and Andwur block in the case.
Tax records show yesterday's returns to the state board of equalization for railroads. The total assessment for last year stood at 10,000,000 dollars, compared with 11,650,100 dollars for 1908, reflecting a 185 percent rise in value for urban bonds in Me.
The Chive of Christ announces Mr. John Doan of Oberlin as its new pipe organist during field training. Previously in Colorado he played a large three manual organ for three years and will perform special music tomorrow night.
For sale by Frank A. Smith & Bro. Ely tia block. The two-story eight-room house on West Second street features slate roof large porches cemented cellar fur nace and upstairs bathroom. Owner seeks sale this week under reasonable terms price 4259 dollars.
An Elyria merchant was victimized Friday when a laborer affiliated with a local concern named Amops cashed several pay checks. One check for 23606 was signed and handed back after endorsement, then the laborer vanished with the funds while the merchant attended a customer.
Two firms chase a key Elvira railroad front property along the Bo and O tracks near West River street. The site, once platting by Taylor Land & Improvement Co, is described as highly desirable and may bring strong industrial impact to the area. A melodrama titled A Desperate Chance, from Theodore Kremer, opens Monday at the Elyria Theatre.
The infant child of Mgr. and Mrs. Q O Comain died Saturday from pneumonia. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Also classified notices seek two connected furnished rooms on the first floor with bath, centrally located. Apply to Reporter Office, 10-6 dt.
The Chamber of Commerce plans its annual banquet for early November likely at the Andwur Hotel. The event was postponed due to the Andwur’s repairs, with the entertainment committee exploring alternative venues such as the Country Club or Elks Hall while weighing Andwur readiness.
Police hunt Jerry O Hara after an early morning confrontation with Charles Witt at a boarding house on Third Street. O Hara, who left town after paying his bill, allegedly assaulted Witt in Witt’s room following a dispute over debts. Witt filed a police warrant and authorities pursue him.
Norwalk investor RECuber purchased 26 lots and four houses in Lorain’s Daniels and Brown addition for 15000 as part of a planned expansion along a proposed Lorain to Youngstown line. Transfers, largely from Middleport and Rockport townships, align with the anticipated route with Lake Shore and Pennsylvania lines showing interest. Groundwork and lot placement imply future rental housing and selective sales of vacant lots.
A large batch of land deeds lists Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railroad Co as grantee. The filings indicate transfers of parcels along rail routes, with ownership changes recorded in the county land records. Details specify parcel numbers, grantors, and dates, reflecting ongoing property consolidation tied to the railroad’s expansion.
In probate court Alex Lamberton was appointed administrator of the Mary J. Lamberton estate with bond set at seven dollars. George S. Save was appointed administrator of the AT Puy estate from Oberlin with bond set at eighteen hundred dollars.
The Fire Department is without an official clock as the old timekeeping device is hopelessly out of repair and has been unusable since the last maintenance.
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