Legislation by Groups and the Rise of Special Interests
A discussion on how small organized groups press for laws at Columbus or Washington, shaping policy by demanding allegiance from politicians. It warns that lawmakers may prioritize targeted interests over general welfare, risking neglect of broader societal needs.
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Coal strike grows as thousands join non union ranks
The development notes thousands of non union workers joining coal strikers defying operator expectations. The piece contrasts industrial conflict patterns with academic honors at Yale and cites reflections on lawmaking and evolutionary struggle.
Forty Years Ago Easter Sunday Weather and Local Notes
Forty years ago Easter Sunday was cold and rainy as hats stayed indoors. Sam DeGraw sold his West Broad saloon to his brother and moved to Cleveland. Bishop Bedell visited St Andrew's for confirmations. Fay Templeton and Alice Bane toured with The Mascotte at the opera house. L F Ward died in Florida where he was wintering. City Clerk L C Kelsey and wife celebrated their 25th anniversary. The first Chinese laundry opened in Elyria by Charlie Yee. An attempt to fire the Catholic school on Middle Avenue burned out after charring the building.
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West Broad Street
Cleveland
Middle Avenue
YESTERDAYS IN OHIO AND BIRTHDAYS LIST
A chronological roll lists notable births and events for Ohio and elsewhere from 1842 to present, including Adna R. Chaffee born in Orwell and Elmer Dover born in McConnelsville. The item also notes 1893 Toledo lawsuits and 1872 Richard Gilmour’s Cleveland bishopric, plus birthdays of Earl of Athlone and Princess Beatrice.
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Adna R. Chaffee
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Orwell
Los Angeles
James F Wade
Senator Wade
Jefferson
Richard Gilmour
Cleveland
Ohio Baseball League
Mansfield
Toledo
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Earl of
New York
Peterboro
England
John J Carty
Cambridge
Mass
Follies Seek Enough Dressed Performers Amid Radio Help
ABE MARTIN notes the hard times force the Follies to rely on radio aid as the troupe scrambles to assemble enough shapely girls for a show. He jokes that a wealthy sponsor can no longer own a tuxedo to hear good music, reflecting the era’s constraints.
Observances and anniversaries across states and nations
Observance of Good Friday in Maine to honor Bird Day Oregon and New Jersey Arbor Day commemorations. Centenary of Col T S Laidley birth. Ontario Labor Party holds fifth annual convention in Hamilton. Illinois Federation of Business and Professional Women meets in Springfield. Ten years since the Titanic sank after striking an iceberg with 1599 lives lost. New York Criminal Anarchy Law test cases heard by the State Court of Appeals in Sing Sing conviction appeals.
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New Jersey
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T S Laidley
Ontario Labor Party
Hamilton
Illinois Federation of Business and Professional Women’s Clubs
Springfield
North Atlantic
New York
State Court of Appeals
Sing Sing
Fragmented Elyria items mix jokes and civic notes
Local notes share lighthearted jests from Rudy Pfundt and social chatter about Elyria and nearby towns. Reports mention the Elyria Lodge of Elks seeking to repurpose a hospital room, chamber of commerce displays, Kiwanis nominations, and state inspectors weighing Lorain as a site for a home for mentally disabled.
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Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce
Elyria
Lorain
Grafton
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