Judge Upholds Insanity Finding for Mary Svoboda
Judge Hinmann ruled Mary Svoboda insane and not responsible for a grave crime. Probate Judge June White of Cleveland ordered her committed after a thorough inquiry to confirm mental condition beyond doubt. A witness testified seeing Svoboda in a bathtub fully clothed in a bicycle costume singing Mary Had a Little Lamb.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hinmann
Mary Svoboda
June White
Cleveland
Cleveland Yang
White
Svoboda
Mary
Little Lamb
Alumnae Reunion of Lake Shore Branch in Oberlin
The Lake Shore Branch of the Lake Erie Colleges Alumnae Association held its annual meeting in Oberlin on Oct 6 with 32 members present. Members included former students from Willoughby seminary and Lake Erie during its first year 1859.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Shore
Lake Erie Colleges Alumnae Association
Oberlin
Andersee
Lake Erie
Willoughby Seminary
Bentley
Memorial Hall
Louise Porter Smith
Friends
Jane
Smith
Tle
Frances Hosford
Oberlin College
Elyria
Oberlin Demo Committeeman Pressures German Farmer
A Oberlin Democratic committeeman canvassing for elections sought the support of a German American farmer who refused to discuss voting. The exchange included the farmer recalling selling his cow for 10 dollars after keeping the calf, questioning the commiteeman's belief about his political stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oberlin
Bryan
Flying Electric to Adopt Fast Schedule on L A Line
The L A electric line will switch to a fast schedule starting November first if present trains run early. Delays slowed earlier inauguration but the roadbed is now rebuilt with new cars and conductors per car and two telephones per switch. The line claims heightened safety, smoother curves, and hourly round trips. Alexander Stechén was brought to police court for intoxication and fined five dollars plus costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. & A. Electric
Loraine
Alexander Stechén
Election Day and the Move to a Standard presidential vote date
The article traces how Congress set a standard election day for presidents. It notes early varied state dates from October to December, scandals over double voting, and the 1845 law establishing the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November as Election Day. It highlights Michigan and Mississippi two day voting, and New York multiple days before final confinement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Eavt
Pennsylvania
Newember
Harrison
Kentucky
Ohio
Michigan
New York
Massachusetts
Delaware
Obituary of Pioneer Robert Urias Died at Daughter’s Home
Robert Urias born 1810 in York shire England died Oct 7 1900 at Ridgeville home of daughter Mrs Homer Marsh aged 90. He settled in Grafton in 1880 owned a farm married Elizabeth Noble 1836 had son William who died 1851 and daughter Mrs Homer Marsh. Funeral held with Rev Samuel Early Elyria officiating. listed as eighth family funeral preached by Rev Harly. mourners expressed deep sorrow and sympathy.
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Robert Urias
Yorkshire
England
Homer Marsh
Ridgeville
Grafton
Elizabeth Noble
Eaton
William
Samuel Early
Elyria
Grandpa
Harly
Nan
Lake Shore to Build Fast Dunkirk Engines for Pan American
A Dunkirk report claims two of the fastest passenger engines are being built for the Lake Shore with six eighty inch drivers, wider fire boxes, and 200 psi steam pressure for a Pan American flyer. The move may be a bluff to pressure rival lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Shore
Dunkirk
Wickadt
New Dairy Equipment Company Opens On Broad Street
The Standard Separator Company Limited opens at 373 Broad Street to manufacture the Standard cream Separator and the Babcock tester. It will offer a dairy supplies line. William Hartman heads the firm as general manager and Philip Waldeck serves as secretary.
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Standard Separator Company Limited
Broad Street
Babcock
Win. Hartman
Arge
Philip Waldeck
North Amherst Receives Improved Electric Hue Service
The Argus reports better electric line service in North Amherst with cars every forty minutes. Every other car runs through to Lorain without change. The first car leaves at 6 40 AM, and workers are pleased with the tighter schedule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Amherst
Lorain
Argus
Foreclosure Suit Over Lorain Real Estate Filed
Common Pleas Court docket shows George H. Ely suing Reno F. Mussey et al to foreclose a mortgage on Lorain real estate given by Henry S. Mussey. E G Johnson represents the plaintiff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George H. Ely
Reno F. Mussey
Henry 5. Mussey
E.G. Johnson
Early morning glare drives sleep with dark silk handkerchief trick
A Philadelphia reporter notes that a black India silk handkerchief tied over the eyes helps sleepers cope with dawn light. The method, used by plains travelers and often adopted by army wives, contrasts with blinds and light walls that fail to block early sun and air.
Notes of the fashions and hospitality in period attire
The piece surveys fall fashion trends with white felt hats, toque tricorne styles, and new French felt shapes. It notes cream and ivory guipure lace, silk and chiffon trimming, and durable gilet options, plus the popular old rose shade and velvets for evening wear. It also discusses dress length, tailor styles, and graceful trains for street and formal wear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Lety
New York
Cay
Defense of Plagiarism and the Value of Original Thought
A defense of plagiarism argues that thievery fuels progress and that truth remains constant while individuals claim ownership. It contends ideas belong to humanity, not to any single thinker, and that recognizing shared knowledge is essential to true genius and advance.
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Suoh
Ainslee
Beerve Confridus
Samuel
Nan
Lani
Tan
Je Inin
Woman Awarded $12000 Inheritance For Rescue 34 Years Ago
Mrs Julia Sheldon now a seamstress in Albany New York received a $12000 inheritance as a reward for saving two people during a Tennessee incident in 1860. A maid used a sickle to cut horse traces when a dog startled a carriage, preventing a plunge into a creek. The story resurfaced when Carthage’s will named her heir.
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Julia Sheldon
Albany
Shekton
Carthage
Galves
Mountains
Tennessee
Cavern Hill
Connecticut
Sheldon
Furniture display at Harry H. Smiths window
A description notes a fine golden oak large massive bedroom set and a fine parlor suite showcased in Harry H. Smiths furniture window on East Broad street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry H. Smith
East Broad Street
Navy weighs price talks for armor plate makers
The secretary of the navy may propose a price to armor plate makers, aiming at a government armor plate factory. Navy ordnance officials doubt success, and armor plate producers insist on their set rates. Rear Admiral O Neil opposes the plan as Secretary Long appears undecided.
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Secretary of the Navy
Naval Ordnance
Navy Department
Armor Plate Mill
Navy
O'Neil
Long
Promoting Health Remedies in a Fragmented Ad Page
An array of early 20th century health ads tout tonics syrup pills and tonics. Claims include throat and lung cures, digestive aids, nerve and heart support, and energy boosters. Products mentioned include Kings New Life Pills August Flower and Arnica Salve sold by local druggists and dealers, with prices like 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oschee
Arnica
Ruggist
East Bound and West Bound Train Excerpts
A fragmented schedule listing east and west bound trains including Norwalk arrivals, daily fast mail services, local accommodations at Norwalk Sandusky and Toledo, and assorted express and division stops. Names and exact times are partially garbled, with references to trainers and local rates.
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NY & Boston
Norwalk
Toledo & Buffalo
Elkhart-Cleve
West Bound
Bos&Chi
Toledo
Western Express
Sandusky
Dal Pacific
Siesta
J. Birr
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Reunion
The
Flying Electric
Common Pleas Court
Burton Kingsland
Gadies
Home Journal
France
United States
America
Chicago Chronicle
Imrenchiman
Monsieur
Wp Weiter
HET National Bark
Geo. H Bly
Baldwin
Willams
Henson
Rales
Pidarly Indy
Bogalre
SUN Salk
Franklin
Algo Bath
Alt East Hyer Street
Maree Hull
Aniéabule
West Ave
Kent
Kleke
Todt
Bogalre Nawsmith
Anthis-Gooud
Guivral
Huguire
Lodi
Astoria
Daniel Freese
West Broad St
Elyria, Ohio
Ani and Wet
Alzais No. West
Isridge Effect
Fourth Street
Ho A. Tykeman
Kitrince Street
Sete
Lake Shore Station
Lozarre
Jwo
West Avenue
Warnece
Seth
Gynare
Barsar Tov Sonmebody
Loy Etleet
ATUL
Addriress
Belle Mona
Oliens
Lassatech
Patrick
Houra Bella
Elyria Grocery Co
Bell
the Farm Implement Company
Royal Steel Ranges
Crocus
Elyria, O
Lorain County
Generalj
Abks Foster
Jammer B. Day
F. L. Fuller
A. B. Payox
Asat
Redington Plate Block
C. A. Bemis
Reublin Bros
Dold’s Butterine
Reublin’s Steam Bakery
Elyf
Eig
West
Whiteman
D. A
H. J. Bady
Bismarck
Dr. King
H. J. Eady
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