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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1920

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Strikers Face Arrest as Rebels Battle in Sonora

American diplomats seek warships to protect citizens as Sonora braces for a clash with federal forces. Troop movements from Chihuahua reach Ojitos while 7,000 more troops depart Mexico City. Yaqui and Mayo Indians mobilize, signaling a hard fight in eastern Sonora. The Calles-led Sonora army preps a new party line. border immigration officials report passport complications for Americans.

Sonora Chihuahua Ojitos Buena Vista Mexico City Mexico Carranza P. Elias Calles New Party of Progress Nogales Sonora Customs Service Sonhorn Catranza United States Andreak Garcia Laredo Amsess

Ballots in Elyria and Lorain on Election Day

Elyria voters face four ballots with four tickets for president and delegates. The Republican and Democratic ballots list presidential candidates and delegates to the state convention. Lorain has five ballots including a millage bond for schools. Presidential and national convention delegate names appear for both parties.

Elyria Lorain Warren’ G. Harding Leonard Wood Elwood Washington William Grant Webster James C. Cox Wood Willam H. Bord Edward C. Turner Harding H. M. Daugherty John Galvin Myron T Herrick Frank Wits Richmond F. A. Stetson OF. A. Strenick Dan B. Smyons

Club Burglary Strikes Again Wrecked Cabinet Highlights Entry

The Mose club reports another burglary with a damaged cabinet and partial safe pry. Intruders used crowbars and steel tools, forced entry through doors, disturbed the office, and stole unknown amounts. Investigators note amateur burglars familiar with the premises and likely frightened away before finishing. The club has a history of similar thefts.

Toom Mose Club

Federal court warns Cleveland switchmen strike action

Federal agents threaten to issue warrants unless the Cleveland yardmen return to work by tomorrow morning. B J O Rourke, president, meets with the executive committee as District Attorney Wertz and Attorney General Palmer push for an end to the strike amid Lever Act charges. In Chicago, switchmen leaders seek a settlement as the dispute continues.

Cleveland B. J. OrRourke Cleveland Yardmens Association John Lawken Wertz Palmer Washington Lawken O'Rourke Chicago John Gruneau Chicago Yardmen’s Association

Kiwanis Club Ladies Night at Andwur Hotel

The Kiwanis club hosts a ladies night at the Andwur hotel this evening with a dinner at 6 30. The American Legion minstrel troupe leads the program with Johnny Gray Don Savage Ben Schubert Jimmy Colgan Interlocutor Harry C Queen and soloists Carl Rudolph and Harry Davis. Dorothy Cahoon presides at the piano as the evening closes with dancing until a suitable hour for Kiwanis members to retire.

Kiwanis Club Andwur Tsading American Legion Johnny Gray Don Savage Ben Schubert Jimmy Colgan Harry C. Queen Carl “Rudolph Harry Davis Mises Dorothy Cahoon

Severe Hall Storm Strikes City Amid High Winds and Hail

Last night a severe rain and hail storm swept the city with high winds and large hail stones but caused no known damage. Stormy conditions continue with temperatures below normal. Port Clinton April 23 reports Ottawa County hit by a heavy storm. fruit buds may be harmed but are advanced enough to escape severe injury.

Port Clinton Ottawa County

Toledo Cabaret Men Indicted in Prohibition Case

A grand jury in Toledo Ohio returned indictments against more than a score of cabaret operators and former owners for prohibition violations. The cases stem from a dry law enforcement order issued by prohibition headquarters with outside agents involved.

Toledo Astoona United Eitates District Court Prohibition Department

Truck sinks after pavement collapse at market house

A heavy truck with six tons of metal broke through weakened pavement at the west end market house rear, where a sewer had been installed. The rear of the truck sank into the opening and was lifted back to ground level after strenuous effort.

West End Market House

Anatolia Declares Independence Under Kemal Leadership

A dispatch from Constantinople reports Anatolia forming an independent government led by Mustapha Kemal head of the Turkish nationalist forces in Asia Minor. Arrests of Turkish leaders and clashes in Western Anatolia are noted as Kemal gains influence and support.

Associated Press London Anatolia Mustapha Kemal Asia Minor Exchange Telegraph Company Constantinople Tezet Pasha Frand Alirza Pasha Yazet Pasha Kemal War Office Col Tayar Arianople

State Mingons Gather Here for Geremon y

The fourth annual Reunion and Inspection at Masonic hall by Elyria Council No. 86 honors over 100 candidates. Illustrious Companion R L Queisser of Cleveland presided as inspecting officer with praise for Royal Master and Select Master work. Banquet and reception followed with guests from Painesville Cleveland Norwalk Wellington and Sandusky admiring the hall decorations.

Masonic Hall Elyria Council No R-&s R. L. Queisser Cleveland, .C Ohio Painesville Cleveland Norwalk Wellington Sandusky

Dean Bosworth Speaks Sunday on The Friendly Brotherhood

Dean Bosworth of Oberlin will address an open forum at Machinista hall Sunday at 3 PM. The talk titled The Friendly Brotherhood aims to reach both men and women invited to attend. Bosworth plans a message deemed worth hearing.

Machinista Hall Dean Bosworth Oberlin Friendly Brotherhood

Big Four Train Ditches Near Benton Harbor Injures Five

Benton Harbor Michigan April 23 Two coaches of Big Four train No 39 bound for Indianapolis slid into a ditch south of here this morning Five persons were injured officials said the train derailed after leaving the track as it moved through the area.

Associated Press Benton Harbor Mich Big Four Indianapoli Here

Runaway Elyria Girl Found in Cleveland

Fourteen year old Mary Venyak disappeared from West Street Elyria last Monday and was found yesterday on Cleveland public square by a police officer. She was placed in a detention home and Elyria police notified. She went to Cleveland after roaming the world and gave no explanation. Police advise turning her over to the juvenile court.

Mary Venyak West Street Public Square Cleveland Elyria Hera Mary

Legion Minstrel Show Report Tonight Meeting

American Legion members gather tonight at 8 in the Chamber of Commerce auditorium for committee reports on the minstrel show and other business. A fine lunch will be served and all members are requested to attend.

American Legion Chamber of Commerce

Striking Railroad Workers Appeal for Public Benefit

New York April 23 striking railroad workers appeal to railroad managers for restoration to duty and settlement in the public interest. Youngstown April 23 first break in the strike range claimed by officials as yardmen of B&O and New York Central return to work at Newcastle Pa and Newcastle Junction.

Youngstown RAL Associated Press New York New York Central Railroad Newcastle Newcastle Junction

Admiral Wilson commits death by own action near Cuba

Rear Admiral Charles B. Brittain chief of staff for Admiral Henry B. Wilson commander of the Atlantic fleet shot himself in Cuban waters on duty with the fleet. No reason given for the act.

Prosak Washington Chas B. Brittain Henry B. Wilson Atlantic Cuban Wilson Admiral Brittain St! Bisk

Overland Not Abandoning Willys Overland Plant Plans

The Chronicle Telegram reports rumors about Willys Overland Company plans are unfounded. Investigations show no change in the project to build engines here, aside from typical construction delays. A lease proposal for the property was discussed, with a clause allowing early use by the lessee upon covering incidental costs.

Willys-Over-land Company Chronicle- Telegram Chronicle-Telegram Willys-Overland Cleveland, Preasy Edwards Witly-Overland Elyria Willys-Overland Co

Governor Cox Urges Support for Church Drive

Governor Cox released a letter urging strong backing for the Interchurch World Movement a nationwide campaign by thirty denominations. Ohio’s quota is 25 million dollars and the appeal was sent to Lyman L. Pierce director general of the effort.

Associated Press Columbus Governor Cox Interchurch World Movement United Financial Lyman L. Pierce New York Ohio

Lorain County Auto Club Sells Four Thousand Car Tags

The Lorain County Automobile Club has sold about four thousand passenger car tags and nine hundred truck tags and others for electrics motorcycles and bikes. Secretary Flower reports tag deliveries are delayed due to freight and express uncertainty and a large supply of motorcycle tags remains.

Lorain County Automobile Club Flower

Riot Disperses 2000 Mob Aiming to Lynch Murder Suspect

Indianapolis police dispersed a 2000 strong mob bent on lynching William Ray after he confessed to the Martha Hurt murder. One person was shot during exchanges near the county jail where Ray is confined. fifteen arrests were made as officers protected the suspect through the stormy night.

Associated Press Indianapolis William Ray Martha Ray Argesta

School Boys Have Miraculous Escape In Canoe Incident

A canoe overturn near East Branch Rapids endangers Orlando Hurst Ralph Brouse Rollin Haines and Ted Loughry. They survive with a dramatic rescue just before a waterfall. witnesses credit quick actions and risk to life.

Orlando Hurst Ralph Brouse East Branch Rollin Haines Ted Loughry

Supreme Court considers state amendment on suffrage and prohibition

The Supreme Court weighs whether a constitutional amendment must be submitted by popular vote in Ohio reception cases. The ruling could affect whether women may vote in the upcoming presidential election, with earlier arguments noting sufficient states had already ratified. Two Elyria seniors Orlando Hurst and Ralph Brouse narrowly escaped drowning after a canoe capsized in the east branch of the Bisch River while attempting rapid shooting. rescuers Rollin Haines and Ted Loughry saved Brouse and Hurst, credited for their courage.

Wiz Associates Press Washington Supreme Court Today Ohio Supreme Supreme Court Elyria High School Orlando Hurst Ralph ‘Brousa Bisch River

Fred Beaver Sues Employers For Ill Health

Fred Beaver of this city filed an $5,000 damages suit today against The Lackawana Bridge Co and The Worthington Co. He alleges exposure to hazardous gas on February 20 while helping erect the Worthington factory and near a large open salamander. He was overcome by fumes and confined to his home since.

Fred Beaver Lackawana Bridge Co Worthington Co Worthington

Mason Powers' Ford Stolen From Mason Temple

A Ford belonging to Mason Powers of LaGrange was stolen from in front of the Masonic Temple last evening while Powers attended ceremonies. Police notified and alerted other towns to watch for the thieves.

Mason Powers LaGrange Masonic Temple Powers

Montana Republicans hold presidential primary on April 23

Helena reports Republicans voted in a presidential preference primary with candidates Warren G. Harding, Herbert Hoover, Ham W. Johnson, Frank O. Lowden, and Leonard Wood on the ballot. Democrats had no candidate.

Associated Preas Helena Warren G. Harding Ohio Herbert Hoover Hiram W. Johnson California Frank O. Lowden Illinois Leonard Wood

Death of Alfred Chadwick 65 at Ridgeway Home

Alfred Chadwick aged 65 died late at the home of George Ridgeway 214 East th St. He had been an invalid for years. Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at the Ridgeway home. Burial will be at North Olmatead cemetery.

Alfred Chadwick Farst George Ridgeway East Th St Ridgeway North Olmatead Cemetery

Indictments listing meat profiteering return in Brooklyn

A federal grand jury in Brooklyn returns indictments charging Armour and Company Swift and Company Wilson and Company and their representatives with profiteering in meats. The cases involve the Chicago packing houses and their operations in New York.

Federal Grand Jury Brooklyn Associated Press New York Chicago Packing House of Armour, and Company Swift and Company Wilson and Company

Former French Premier Sentenced to Three Years

Paris April 23. Former premier Joseph Calliaux was sentenced to three years imprisonment by the high court for commerce and correspondence with the enemy. The period of pretrial arrest is to be deducted, leaving one month to serve.

Associated Press Paris Joseph Calliaux High Court

Riverview Park to Open May 29 With New Merry Go Round

Riverview Park formerly the fairgrounds will officially open May 29. Manager Kahlke said a contract with E. J. Morris of Philadelphia covers a 48 foot span merry go round to be installed in an elaborate building with rocking chains and seats for spectators. Springfield population rises to 60,840, up 13,812 from prior count.

Riverview Park Fairgrounds Kahlke E. J. Morris Philadelphia

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