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Newspaper
Lorain County Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1898
Page
5
The paper records a mixed local update including a depot completion pause at the main station. It notes program changes at the opera house, a forthcoming event at the Lar greg, and various community items from police activity to weather-related disruptions and market reports.
A Thursday morning court session addressed a long brewing feud between the Gardner and Curran families on Evart road. The Curran boy was accused of holding up a Gardner boy and stealing a dare, but the warrant led to delays and the Curran boy denied the accusation. The Gardner family faced tension and a redhead accusation arose, while the case moved toward adjournment and statements by witnesses. Additional notes mention hospital and regimental health reports and soldiers awaiting leave versus front duty.
Patterson Webber Warran Oo September wedding announced between Jari Webber of Layna and a groom from Fifth Ohio Reg. The ceremony followed honorable discharge and was witnessed by relatives and friends in a small gathering at the Webber home. The couple will reside in Warren and expect support from nearby family as they start life together.
A crowded Saturday ball game at Cleveland Park drew a large audience and featured many young players. Mayor Moksgon announced a reopening of the Cleveland grounds in two weeks and Perrys victory was noted.
An accidental shooting Thursday afternoon near Kalamazoo injures a deputy and prompts a brief court session led by Judge Nye. Earlier, a car break in at Lake Shore pooling gang area yielded clothes, shoes, money, and dinner buckets, marking a third break-in target in the area.
Reports from New York and Cleveland indicate a consolidation push among the Chicago Milling, Lorain and Elgin rail lines and steel interests. The agreement involves the Cleveland and Lorain steel trusts with plans for a suburban road along the shore and a unified steel company to dominate regional production and shipping. Leaders from major firms and city officials are cited as having signed preliminary terms, with official action anticipated as the deal progresses.
A discussion by city officials and investors outlines an electric railway route looping from West Broad to South Ridge, through Santamberet and North Amherst to Shere. Bids for parcels and land use were opened, with commissions weighing the proposal amid long consideration and local opposition.
The ladies of the church prepare a farewell reception for Mrs Reeder and Revard Reeder as they leave the station. They will receive a quilt from Home Missionary Society and are praised for their service and friendly tenure. A Cedar Point excursion is planned for Sunday with details on departures, routes, and fares.
The county fair shows signs of a booming year with entry excitement in the seed department. Millinery displays planned by WB Hendricks and Miss Wilkinson promise fashionable showcases. Local notices advertise a travel bag loss, house for rent, and available rooms, with a real estate listing for land near Belden and Vine Street development under Faxon Trust.
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