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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1906
Page
6
Missouri judge William Jefferson Pollard ran a reforming docket in St Louis Second District. He used a pledge system requiring offenders to abstain from alcohol for a year to stay a sentence, with close supervision and the option to work rock in the workhouse if they relapse.
In a roundup of local notes a young man near Summit Vicinity was sentenced to life imprisonment for murder. Conway Stove Co. plans a Belle Vue center with a stock subscription, destined to move from Tor to Pee Late. Whitney & Son advertise a large gas heater.
The item describes a Peter Pan style blouse with elbow sleeves and a roll-over collar in pale blue chambray, plus a closed-dart fitting pair of drawers trimmed with embroidery. It notes pattern numbers, sizes, fabric needs, and risks the sale of Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a beautifier.
An advertisement touts Hardyfood as a peak performance meal for business men and athletes. It promises maximum grain and muscle builders, rapid digestion with minimal effort, and ready consumption from the package to combat fatigue. Available in all grocers for 10 cents.
Treasury Department officials report a suspected $61,500 cash shortage in the St Louis office. Assistant Treasurer TL J Akins and Chief Wilkie of the Secret Service have been sent to investigate and identify possible responsible parties. A clerical error is suspected but the department seeks prompt clarification and accountability.
Reports detail Crabree horses to winter south likely Savannah, with standard and other performers such as Wakonita and Maggie Worthy noted. Breeding plans for lame yearling and wins by Sunbeam, Pacalet, and Prominent trotters are mentioned along with owners and trainer movements across San Jose, Lexington, Bakersfield, and Danville.
Julia Maude DeGroat seeks a divorce from James F. DeGroat for gross neglect and habitual drunkenness over three years. She requests custody of the minor children and equitable relief. Hearing set for on or after November 17, 1906.
The notice highlights deluxe vestibule cars on trains Nos 16 and 17 with wide vestibules high back seats a ladies coach and smoker plus a porter service included. It also advertises Mrs Austin's Pancakes as a recommended breakfast option.
An advertisement for a pile cure promises to stop itching and burning with external or internal use and offers a mail order option. The Druggist D O Bowers of Biyria guarantees satisfaction and invites customers to send fifty cents for mail delivery.
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