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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1901
Page
2
Editorial urges paving West and East avenues this spring with sewer and water upgrades. It warns Middle avenue must wait for a larger water main and a state health order likely will force a main sewer there later, delaying paving and stressing prudent planning.
Elyria plans a wall paper factory seeking 65000 dollars to locate here but only 83000 subscribed as business leaders delay. The paper warns the project may leave town to a rival if local investors do not act, citing the venture as a solid long term investment after due diligence.
The south bound cars on the E. and W. have run irregularly for days, making travel unsatisfactory on the new schedule. Frequent delays cause travelers much annoyance and inconvenience. the company should adopt a workable timetable at once.
An editorial denounces anarchists claiming 80 million free Americans lack liberty in government. It argues ballots and debate protect rights, while violence is condemned. It calls for action against anarchists and warns against imported oppression and contagion.
The Inter Ocean argues that leaders like Carl Schurz Edward Atkinson Edwin Burritt Smith Henry Wade Rogers and other respectable citizens spread violent anti McKinley rhetoric. It warns such slander helped fuel the Buffalo murder as the nation reflects on responsibility for the black crime of Friday.
After initial gloom from the assault on the President, reassuring Sunday dispatches lifted spirits. Ancenare papers reported discouraging news but the nation remains confident in McKinley’s recovery. Local sentiment shows deep loyalty and grief among residents.
Military companies from across Ohio competed at the state fair grounds Wednesday. The Lima unit won first prize of 600 dollars, Wooster took second for 400, while Norwalk and Springfield claimed third and fourth with 800 and 200 dollars. Judging was by regular army officers and the contest was very close.
Musicians Mr and Mrs Lynn Dana visit Prof Rice of the city. Dana directs the Organ Department at the Dana conservatory of music in Warren Ohio and is related to editor Charles A Dana. They return from the Silver Lake Assembly in New York and Mrs Dana recently won a Kansas state piano prize. They will stay a day or two.
President James J. Hill orders electric motor engines to substitute steam locomotives on the Cascade division after experiments suggest a practical hauling solution. If proven, the electric motors may be adopted across the Great Northern system.
In Lorain a grand jury examines Tom Miller and Charles Reddrick after a June 28 disturbance. Miller, charged with shooting Reddrick, claims both faced each other with Reddrick armed. witnesses conflict as the jury weighs whether intoxication influenced the incident.
The Ohio Bucs announce their annual reunion and carnival in Marietta from September 16 to 21. Railroads offer one fare round trip. Events include Manday Marietta and Gausnival day, Labor Day closures, Baby Day with prizes, Ellis Day, Governor Nash expected, and a Saturday public wedding on the grounds with bands and decorations.
Rev. W. C. Endly completes his third year as pastor of the Methodist church in Elyria and will attend the Northern Ohio Methodist conference at Mt. Gilead next Tuesday morning.
A long standing Arson text describes the Oberlin Fire Department on the brink of breakup. Ex Chief Munson speaks of mutiny within the ranks led by Mason, with resignations and rival coups. Council investigates, supports Mason, and plans a rebuilt force while others threaten to resign.
Rev. N S Burton of Ann Arbor Michigan, former Baptist pastor in Elyria, is in the city for a few days and will preach Sunday morning. The Baptists meet on the third floor of the Dyte block on Cheapside as in recent weeks.
Emwil Griebel 21 farmer and Berdis Ptahl 18 of Ridgeville apply for marriage license. P M Glover 28 iron worker Erie Pa and Flora Lowe 18 Lorain apply for license.
Oberlin moves ahead as new students return. President Barrows and Secretary Jones plan for the year. Town upgrades include brick paving on Wess College street and stone sidewalks replacing board walks. Freshman enrollment is expected to reach a record high while housing tightens as Elyria investors eye East College street rentals. Varsity football gains momentum with Fouver twins coaching and a five to six home game slate, featuring Western Reserve and Ohio State on November 16 and 23.
The Young People's Nature Club proves successful with promises of aid from professional men and lectures by Prof. Comings and Miss Sears. A Elyria mother inspired the effort to provide wholesome entertainment for boys, expanding from a small group to eight or ten meetings and opening admission to girls with their own sessions.
A delivery boy collided with a horse and bicycle on Cheapside injuring Dr. Maynard. The rider escaped serious harm as the wagon ran over the bicycle wheel. Justice Lawrence attended a wedding at which a machinist from Cleveland and Nettie Linge of Avyou were among those present.
Last census figures indicate Ohio’s male population at 2 102 655 versus 2 054 840 women, with males slightly dominating in native and foreign born groups. Among races, Negroes have more men than women while Japanese and Chinese women are nearly absent. Cleveland notes five nonwhite women. County figures show Lorain and Ashland with notable foreign born counts and county male excesses, Cuyahoga leading among counties.
Herbert G Crisp son of George E Crisp of West Avenue married Jessie Shireman at the bride's home in Carey Wyandot County. Crisp recently became cashier at South Lorain Savings Bank a trusted young professional. The ceremony was private with only close relatives present and the couple will be welcomed in Elyria by friends.
The restaurant formerly owned by Charles Seufert on East Broad Street has been sold to Rollin Sprague. Sprague, formerly with Sprague and Kenaston printers and Lakeside Printing Co, leaves the printing industry. Seufert has long operated the Elyria restaurant and plans to leave the city soon. Sprague takes possession Monday morning and runs the business as The Lennox Cafe with Rollin H. Sprague and Earl B. Sprague as proprietors.
Work has started on West Avenue to lay new pavement. Old stone block pavement is being removed between Sixth and Eighth streets for use as crash walks. The asphalt company has begun delays but will start work soon.
About 200 Richard Allen Post members plan a good showing in the Cleveland G A R parade. The Macabee band travels by electric car Wednesday morning to arrive for the event, with meetings set at the G A R hall and Gordon Schoolhouse as headquarters.
The second performance of Mother Goose drew a well filled audience with smoother pacing and minor scene tweaks. Conductor Prof Rice and the child cast earned praise as the show plans Amazihea Saturday matinee to boost attendance for the Old Ladies Home fundraiser.
Robert Jordan of Ridgeville married Miss May Page of Toledo on September 1. Both worked at Toledo State hospital and now visit his parents in Ridgeville before settling at 1440 South Street Toledo.
The C. L. and W. railroad bought seventeen acres in South Brooklyn for 28185 dollars. The land has been in their ownership for some time but the deed was just recorded. The general manager says the company plans to enlarge their yards.
Two strangers in Elyria asked how many people lived there. They guessed 16 or 20 but settled on about 9,000, noting the streets looked sparse yet the city appeared pretty.
L W McCreary pastor of the Disciple church at Ridgeville has recovered from a long illness with typhoid fever and is expected to return from his Frederickstown home this week to resume his pulpit duties next Sunday. For rent cheap twelve room house 457 Second street Roift
The suit by Lorain County plaintiff Laubecher & Kee seeks to foreclose two mortgages on land tied to Talbot J Taylor and partners in New York Chicago and St Louis areas. Defendants James B Taylor as trustee and related partners must answer by September 21 1901.
Public auction set for September 26 1901 at 10 a m offering an undivided one sixth interest in a 63 acre Eaton township strip. Life estate held by Castle Baker assigned to George Baker. property appraised at 400 dollars. Terms one half cash balance in one year with mortgage securing deferred payments. L B Fauver administrator of George Allen deceased. August 28 1901.
Probate Office of Lorain County prints accounts filed for estates and guardianships. Hearings for examination and settlement set for September 7 at 10 oclock A M with various administrators and guardians listed.
Frank M. Stevens as administrator petitions the court to compound two claims against Elizabeth Bhauver estate. He seeks an order to settle claims totaling $748.40 against George Dellefeld and $788.40 against Ann Margaret Dellefeld. Hearing set for September 1.
The undersigned appointed and qualified as administrator of the estate of Martha Jackson of Eaton Lorain County deceased. Dated this day of May 1901. Jackson, Administrator.
I have purchased Fr Avery's interest in Burrell and Avery at No 50 shedist. By dissolution I assume all indebtedness and accounts owed to the firm are payable to me. I will continue the grocery and hardware business aiming to stock high grade goods and provide prompt service. I thank friends and customers for past patronage and trust.
Elyria City Council passes Ordinance No 1055 amending Section 3 of the 1901 police ordinance. Policemen shall receive 167 dollars per pay period. Ordinance takes effect after publication. Passed August 33 1901. Fred Nortox Smith president of the council W H Park clerk.
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