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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 19, 1921

Page

5

President to unveil Bolivar statue in Central Park ceremony

The article reports plans for a Washington to New York trip, the unveiling of Simon Bolivar statue in Central Park, and a speech by the president. It notes expectations of emphasis on American–South American unity and closer ties among Western Hemisphere republics. The president and party are due in Washington at 9:30 tonight.

George R. Holmes Matf Washington Tyra New York Kolivar Bnet Liberator Cent Park Booree” Harey Britain Seine Necuenen Edge of Jersey Arles E. Sawyer Washingtonn

New York Enforces State Dry Law with 1100 Arrests

New York reports 1100 arrests for violation of the prohibition law since the new state enforcement act took effect two weeks ago. Police confiscated a horse and wagon four taxicabs and four automobiles due to liquor found in them.

New York Olice Ligster

Lorain Council Rejects Mayors Health Board Pick

Lorain City Council again refused to confirm the mayor's appointment of Mrs. George Cuddeback to the district board of health. A resolution for confirmation failed as no councilman voted in favor, with one member, Councilman Schultz, offering the motion.

Lorain George Cuddeback

Lelia Woodruff Sues For Divorce From Oscar Woodruff

Genevieve Woodruff files for divorce from Oscar Woodruff alleging gross neglect of duty cruelty and adultery. She claims he participated in a sham marriage with Annie Fogg in Caddo parish Louisiana and has since lived with her. She also accuses him of assault and failure to provide.

Lelyria Genevieve Woodruff Oscar Woodruff Annie Fogg Caddo Parish Louisiana Wir

Rival Crown Forces Clash In Irish Hotel Killings

In Connell, County Edmerick, two groups of Crown forces in plain clothes misidentified each other as San Fein supporters and fought in a hotel Monday. The proprietor and two combatants died, with several others seriously wounded. Dublin Castle announced the incident. Elyria notes Canfield Oil Co seeks a curb filing station on East Pridge Street, referred to city committees by council.

Dublin Connell County Edmerick Dublin Castle Elyria Canfield Oil Co Pridge Street

Marriage Licenses in Elyria and Lorain Districts

Raymond Beattie 28 Whyinerr and Marjorie Ahley 24 of Lorain apply for license. Mather Johnson 23 and Arthur Smith 23 of Elyria apply with stenographer Ra Brown 23. Father Frey noted in the records.

Elyria Raymond Beattie Whyinerr Marjorie Ahley Lorain Mather Johnson Arthur Smith He Tan Andra Brown Ilyria Father Frey

Hospital Notes From Elyria Borough Admits Newborns

Elyria hospital notes record several births and admissions. Listed are details of newborn daughters for multiple families and patients including Mrs Juda Monroe and Mrs W J Ballinger among others, with addresses in Oberlin Park Avenue West Avon Monroe Street.

Elyria Rirtis Wred Sertin Oberlin J. Howenstine Park Avenue L. Horndack West Avenue Juda Monroe Monroe Street Far Nryant Pencer Leona Klingshern Avon Deidrich Baby

Liquor Raid Suspects Prepare for Court

Trials for 29 Lorain men arrested in a federal raid will begin in local police court before Judge John M. Harding at 9 a.m. Wednesday. Federal and state investigators are expected to arrive to pursue charges against the alleged violators.

Lorain John M. Harding Uggucr

Elyria to Be Best Lighted in the Land

City plans extensive ornamental lighting using 1000 C P lamps along main thoroughfares with steel poles to replace wood. Local electric company will supply fixtures and the railroad will provide poles. Residential areas will use 250 C P lights with some 160 C P where needed to improve diffusion at modest cost.

West Bridge East Avenue West Avenue Broad Street Court Street Third Street Cheapside Cleveland Southwestern & Columbus Railway Loran County Cleveland Southwest Arm & Columbus Railway Company Lorain County Electric Company H. Whitford Jones

Majority Pleads Innocent After Indictment in Lorain Court

Several defendants entered pleas during a Lorain court session with Salvatore Landa Oscar Stoll and Agnes Lynn among those charged. Some plead guilty such as Joe Olivena and Kenneth Knapp with Myron Edwards. Prosecutor Webber indicated possible grand jury probe into liquor violations and local official misconduct.

Salvatore Landa Lorain Oscar Stoll Joe Olivena Agnes Lynn Amherst Chas, Hecker Essex Persons Kenneth Knapp Myron Edwards Oberlin Charles Barth Webber Redington

Indictments Return in Merrimac Mining Village Attack Case

Wheeling West Virginia April 19 Two indictments arising from the industrial war between coal operators and miners were returned by the grand jury for the April term of circuit court. The defendants Willis Thabinest and Dave Harmon are charged with the recent assault on the mining village of Merrimac when shots were fired by unidentified persons.

Whiustameon W. Va Coal Omrators Minera Grand Furs Efrcuit Court Geousad Willis Thabinest Dave Harmon Merrimac

Varney Testifies Self Defense in Unwritten Law Case

Sam Varney testified he acted in self defense after Horton drew a pistol and threatened to kill him. He repudiated a plea of unwritten law and was acquitted as jurors later said they believed Horton invaded Varney's home.

Bailey Varney Horton

City Approves Paving on West 29th and Lexington Avenues

Lorain city council last night passed ordinances to improve West 29th Street from Broadway to Lexington Avenue and Lexington Avenue from West 23rd Street to West 28th Street by paving.

Lorain West 29Th Street Broadway Lexington Avenue West 23Rd Street West 28Th Street

Mayors Leniency Wasted as Bond Wealth Emerges

In police court Mayor Jones faces Shoup a Troxel plant polisher who reveals he converted property into Liberty Bonds before possible deployment. Shoup confirms bonds worth tens of thousands and hints at additional funds, arguing his family’s provision and non taxable bonds justify leniency despite a $25 fine. The mayor acknowledges the court’s sympathy and bonds’ impact on credit.

Mayor Jones Mr. Jones Troxel Shoup Willys-Overland Jones Elyria Atlantic Mr. Shoup Chronicle- Telegram Chronicle-Telegram

Funeral for A C Clawson at Broadway Home

Funeral services for A C Clawson will be held at the family home 2834 Broadway Wednesday at 2 p m. Rev George R Weatherbee will officiate. Black River Lodge and T C I C will attend and convey the body to Elmwood cemetery. Honorary pallbearers include Custodians of Garfield school. Family daughters and sons have traveled from West Virginia and Ohio to attend.

A. C. Clawson Broadway George R. Weatherbee First United Brethren Church Black River Lodge Elmwood Cemetery Garfield Public School Friends Lodge Elmer C. Owens R. W. Mytholar Clannon West Virginia Ohio

Steel Trust Plans Backing Fight Against Labor

A steel executive urged publicity regulation and government control as a cure for labor unrest. He supported keeping surplus, holding U.S. bonds, and reducing working hours while stressing no wage cuts.

Steel Trust Gary Interchurch World Movement United States

Paulette Barred by Judge Landis Sparks Massillon Exit

Massillon dropped Gene Paulette from its semi pro national champions roster after other clubs refused to play Stark county team with Paulette on board. In Columbus, hearings began on valuing telephone companies as the state tax commission charts valuations for gas oil telegraph steam and traction firms.

Canton Gene Paulette Philadelphia Judge Landis Massillon Paulette Stark County Columbus State Tax Commission Daniel J. Rian

Imposing Ceremonial Marks Royal Funeral in Potsdam

Augusta Victoria lay in state at the Antiken Tempel near San Souci as officials and guards bore the ex-empress’s coffin in a grand display. The ceremony mirrored imperial pageantry, with authorities guarding against demonstrations while Prussian banners flew at half mast.

Frank E. Wason Ll. N.S Potsdam Augusta Victoria Empresa of Sorrow Antiken Tempel San Souci Frederick Itsa Hohenzo Berlin

Oberlin man dies in Ohio andTimeline of local events

William R Brown ing 67 died at his daughter Mrs Frank Tobins Elm Street home Sunday afternoon. He had traveled from Nashville to escape winter and suffered apoplexy twelve weeks earlier. Born Delprice Ohio he was brother to the late Dr Charles Browning. Funeral at Tobin home with Rev Van der Pyle. Burial at Parkersville W Va. Middle West Society to hold Cleveland convention April 21 22 31 at Hotel Statler with speeches by F Leonard Metcalf and others and a luncheon for school alumni planned.

Oberlin Willam R. Browning Frank Tobin Elm Street Browning Nashville Tenn Brownaing Delpre Ohio Charles Browning Tobin van der Pyle Parkersville W. Va Middle West Society of Physical Education Cleveland Hotel Statler

Paxent Teachers Association Rummage Sale Call for Donations

Donors urged to save articles to donate for Paxent Teachers Association rummage sale on April 21. Contact Mrs Henry Smith or other listed ladies to arrange pickup at specified streets including E Lorain, Forest, Morgan, College, South Professor, and Wast.

Paxent

Women Association Sewing Meeting at Oberlin Hospital

The Home Mission Department of the Women’s Association of the United church hosts an all day sewing session at James Brand House on Wednesday April 20 with hospital sewing and a 3:00 pm program led by the hospital committee. A collection supports the hospital and attendees bring lunch while coffee is provided. In the evening Rev. George L. Cady of New York City speaks on Growing Co operation.

Home Mission Department Women's Association of the United Church James Brand House Oberlin Hospital George L. Cady New York City

Triplet Calves Born to Summit Township Cow

Woolfield April 19. W H Pickens, Summit township farmer, reports a cow in his herd has delivered three calves weights around 50 pounds each. The first triplets on record in the county, one male and two females, are vigorous and healthy.

Legion To Practice at Elyria Fairgrounds Wednesday

The American Legion baseball team will hold a practice session at the fairgrounds starting at six o'clock Wednesday evening.

Elyria American Legion Fairgrounds

Oberlin Educator Named President in Columbus Fret Group

W. A. Miller of the Oberlin Department of Education was elected president for the coming year of the Columbus Fret association. The honor is rare in the history of the group with only past presidents or college men in the state having held the office. Miller previously served as secretary of the association for several years.

Columbus W. A. Miller Department of Education Oberlin Association Miller

Fight Results from Several Cities

Bloom stops Beecher in the ninth with a technical knockout after Beecher quits from an injured hand. Williams defeats Pur in a 12 round decision in Baltimore. Britt knocks out Frazetti in the sixth at New Bedford after a tossed sponge. Cha ney wins a decision over Martin on a Philadelphia foul.

New York Phil Bloom Wille Beecher Baltimore Kid Willams Earl Puryear New Bedford Frankie Britt Jimmy Frazetti Boston Boys Philadelphia George Chaney Piper Martin

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