Two Warships Will Protect U S in Mexico
American cruisers moved toward rebel threatened ports in Mexico as State and War Department officials monitored the crisis. Deputies fled Mexico City to escape Vera Cruz influenced crackdowns, reporting Gen. Obregon’s peril and escape with a convoy of motorcycles and cars.
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U. S
Mexico
Associated Press
Washington
United States
State
War Department
Carranza
Nogales
Sonora
Mexican Chamber of Deputies
Mexico City
Vera Cruz
Alvarado Obregon
Ezequiel Lander
Federal District
Alensandro Vasquez Lorez
Chihuahua
Damon Alcarco
Pablo Gonzales
Obregon
Gen. Obregon
Holos councilmen may retain seats in Lorain
Lorain officials report four councilmen John Baird James A Long Thomas Peebles and H F Alexander legally hold council seats after an attorney general ruling The decision says emergency service by sheriffs does not disqualify them and Fred G Parker is a valid councilman The council must fill Helmans vacancy, not the mayor Helman seat was vacated April 5 not January 1 per the ruling
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National Tube Co
Attorney General's Department
Auch Emergency Service
Atsis
Fred G. Parker
Fourth Ward
Helman
Grall
Armenia Declared Independent Republic by U S
The United States formally recognized Armenia as an independent republic today, with the announcement coming from Washington. The recognition marks Armenia as a sovereign state amid its recent political developments.
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Associated Press
Washington
Armenia
United States
Thousands Protest High Clothing Cost Parade in New York
Thousands of New Yorkers protested rising clothing costs by a denim overalls parade in the city. The event, described as a demonstration against prohibition, featured elephants in blue denim and chorus girls in cars while patched trousers and plain overalls formed the majority. Cheese Club members who sparked the movement were disappointed.
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Associated Press
New York
Cheese Club
Port Clinton Women Form Civic League
In Port Clinton on April 24 a civic league for women was organized at Oak Harbor with over thirty charter members. President is Mrs. Sarah Gill, Vice President Mrs. Carl T. Bauch, Secretary Mrs. F. Halier, Treasurer Mrs. P. H. Keane. Represented clubs include St. Pauls Evangelical Aid, Progressive club, St. Johns Aid, Methodist Episcopal Aid, Mothers' club, Thimble club, Nonpareil club, Eastern Stars, St. Boniface Church Literary and Social club, and the Country Culture club.
Radium price soars as supply dwindles worldwide
London April 24 the world supply of radium runs low with the price at 80 000 per two grams and likely to rise further as new supplies fail to materialize metallurgists report many promising ores yielding poor results doctors and scientists demand increasing quantities each week finds harder to obtain. Grafton dogs die five from flu epidemic April 24.
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London
Burglary at Moose Club Reported With 700 Dollar Loss
Police say burglars took cash near 700 dollars, $100 bond, $100 stock certificate, and member property from Moose Club rooms Friday before 3 am. No suspects identified yet as investigators search for clues about the break in and missing private items.
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Moose Club
Bottle of carbolic acid burns boy on Williams street
A small boy named Lawrence Chapman was severely burned when a companion threw a discarded bottle containing carbolic acid at him on Williams street. The incident highlights the danger of leaving chemicals where children can access them. the thrower was not identified.
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Lawrence Chapman
Williams Street
Chapman
W R Comings Withdraws From Race For State Legislature
Representative W R Comings says he will withdraw as a candidate for re election. He plans to move to Honolulu and bring Mrs Comings back from the winter sojourn there disposing of Lorain county properties. His departure leaves C R Sum mer of Oberlin as the sole Republican candidate.
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W. R. Comings
General Assembly
Honolulu
Comings
Chronicle- Telegram
Lorain County
C. R. Summore
Oberlin
Republic
State
Legisla- 2
Extent Large Classes To Continue at M E Church Men s Class
Good attendance is expected at the M E Men s class Sunday morning despite the end of the membership campaign. Many men who joined during the drive plan to continue, as the class resumes. Class leader Konpes will be present and promises a hearty welcome.
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M. E. Church Men
M. E
Konpes
New York Senate Passes 2.75 Percent Beer Bill
The New York Senate approved a bill to legalize 2.75 percent beer by a 27 to 23 vote. The measure moves to the Assembly for concurrence. A separate proposal to legalize four percent beer and 12 percent wine failed.
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New York Senate
Associated Press
Albany
New York Senate Today
Assembly
Former French Premier Freed After Conviction
Joseph Caillaux, former French premier, was freed after the high court of commerce and correspondence with the enemy convicted him on Thursday. He arrived at his Paris home this afternoon.
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Associated Press
Paris
Joseph Carillaux
High Court of Commerce
Nose Amputation After Bulldog Attack in Canton
Mrs. J L Holland of 2324 Mahoning Road Canton was feeding a neighbor's bulldog when it bit off her nose. She was taken to Mercy Hospital for treatment.
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Canton
J. L. Holland
Mahoning Road
Mercy Hospital
Jack Forbes Engaged as Second Jail Turnkey
Sheriff Backus hired a second jail turnkey to share duties with Deputy Cowie who currently works 24 hours daily. Forbes, of Lagrange, will work 12 hour shifts and be on call as needed. Also noted is the death of J J Collins of Toledo and a plant purchase by Osborne Manufacturing for a foundry site in Grafton.
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Jack Forbes
Backus
Cowie
Lagrange
Regional Baptist Conference Opposes World Inter-Church Movement
On the conference's final day at the Baptist church resolutions condemned the World Inter-Church Movement. They reject cooperation citing unscriptural aims, denial of fundamental faith, and lack of Holy Spirit dependence. Continued on page four.
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The
Baptist Church
Lord Jesus Christ
Christ Jesus
Jesus of Nazareth
Dry agitator with eye loss returns home in Westerville
William E. Pussyfoot Johnson, famed anti saloon league worker who lost an eye in the England dry campaign, arrived at his Westerville home to a royal welcome. After rest he will embark on a nationwide strike tour for prohibition and plans to return to England in September to continue his work there.
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Associated Press
Westerville, O
William E
Pussyfoot) Johnson
Anti-Saloon League
England
Johnson
MEN'S CLUB Backs World Movement at April Meeting
The First Congregational church Men's club voted to support the Interchurch World Movement despite a small turnout. L. B. Hindman outlined the movement, Fifty stereopticon pictures were shown by the Interchurch drive, Rev. Grant led discussion and local pledges totaled over 3265 toward a 3285 church quota.
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First Congregational Church
Congregational World Movement
L. B. Hindman
Interchurch World Movement
Rev. Grant
A. J. Boynton
Lee Stroup
W. G. Sharp
Jacob Murbach
Alliance Court Rules in Ida Moody Damages Suit
The city of Alliance, Ohio, won a verdict in favor of the defendant city in the suit by Mrs. Ida Moody seeking 10000 dollars. Moody alleged a fall over a grade stake on city property in front of her Mfil street home caused fractures to both arms. The case was vigorously contested.
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Alliance
Ida Moody
Mfil Street
Thieves Abandon Local Auto When Car Is Stalled
Mason Powers reported his Ford auto stolen from in front of the Masonic temple Thursday night. Sheriff Backus recovered the vehicle after a tip that a machine was abandoned near the B and O tracks on Middle Avenue. Neighbors saw two men working on the stalled car and the thieves were seen leaving in a larger machine.
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Mason Powers
Masonic Temple
Backus
Middle Avenue
Powers
Story Hour at Library Draws Large Crowd
148 children attended Miss Stockdale's story hour at the library. Many were turned away due to limited space and a shortage of tm om. A second session is planned next Saturday at ten o'clock for those unable to enter.
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Library
Legion Clears Over 1000 at Big Show Meeting
The American Legion gathering at the Chamber of Commerce drew a large crowd and raised upward of 1000 from two minstrel entertainments. A Legion ball team was planned for the Twilight League with Harry Forbes as captain and practice set for Sunday at 4:30 PM at the Fairgrounds.
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American Legion
Chamber of Commerce
Hik’s
Legion
War Mothers
Harry Forbes
Grafton Chamber Sees Strong Attendance and Plans Growth
The Grafton Chamber of Commerce met with good turnout and high interest. Police Chief Stankard and J F Burke spoke briefly on local improvements and the group's aim to boost the town, placing Grafton among leading communities.
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Grafton Chamber of Commerce
Stankard
J. F. Burke
Premier Millerand Reaches German Peace Attitude Agreement
In San Remo on April 24 the Associated Press reports a complete agreement among the Allies on how to approach Germany during the execution of the peace treaty. Prime Minister Millerand announced the accord after discussions.
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Associated Press
San Remo
Germany
Millerand
Funeral Services For Late S Amherst Mayor Attended
Funeral services for Mayor Fred Ruth of South Amherst drew many Elyria businessmen and court house officials despite rain. The M. E. church was crowded, flags hung at half mast, and remains were laid to rest in Evergreen cemetery. Attendees from Elyria included W. B. Richmond, Sam Haigh, Sam Beal, C. H. Williams, A. R. Webber, Lawrence Webber, Walter Ludwig, Frank A. Stetson and Chas. L. Lord.
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Elyria
Court House
Fred Ruth
South Amherst
Evergreen Cemetery
W. B. Richmond
Sam Haigh
Sam Beal
C. H. Williams
A. R. Webber
Lawrence Webber
Walter Ludwig
Frank A. Stetson
Chas. L. Lord
Swiss Bar Tango Banned by Fribourg Catholic Authorities
Geneva April 24 Catholic authorities in Fribourg canton ban modern dances including the tango and fox trot as immoral. Public balls may only feature traditional dances like the waltz, limiting entertainment options in public places.
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Geneva
Canton of
Fribourg
City considers Wednesday closings for markets all year
A movement aims to close every grocery and meat market in the city on Wednesday afternoons during the summer. The coordinating committee has met with encouragement widely but has not announced the outcome of their canvass. The two market houses are cooperating in the effort.
Kiwanis Back Legion Banquet and Social Meeting
Kiwanis Club voted Friday to back the American Legion and held a banquet in Hotel Andwur with 6:30 dinner. The event featured Moss Rose Baked beans cocoa ice cream and entertainment by Legion minstrel cast and local musicians, concluding with Mayor A R Jones's speech and a unanimous motion endorsing the Legion.
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Kiwanis Club
Harry McDonald
Forbes Chocolate Co
Cleveland
Legion
J. B. Duncan
Dorothy Cahoon
Lauvely
Marian Vaughn
Ralph Williams
Ruth Vaughn
Johnson leads Montana Republican primary in early returns
Assorted early returns from Montana's Republican presidential primary show Hiram Johnson leading with 6238 votes from nearly 200 of 1500 precincts. Leonard Wood follows with 1604, Hoover 1259, Lowden 1139, and Harding under 500. Democratic write-ins include McAdoo Wilson Debs Edwards and Bryan.
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Butte
Montana
Hiram Johnson
California
Johnson
Leonard Wood
Herbert Hoover
Lowden
Illinois
Harding
Ohio
William G. McAdoo
Wilson
Eugene V. Debs
Edwards
William Jennings Bryan
Police Seek Mad Dog After Attacks On Dogs
Police hunt a large hound wearing a harness blamed for spreading fear on the west side. The dog attacked a man and a boy, tearing their clothes but not biting them, and bit several other dogs. Authorities watch for rabies symptoms while trying to capture the animal.
Walter Hines Resignation Accepted by Wilson
President Wilson accepts the resignation of Walter D. Hines as Director General of Railroads effective May 15. Marion Ohio census figure released shows a population of 28,591, up 10,359 since 1910, a 66.5 percent rise.
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Associated Press
Washington
Walter D. Hines
Railroads
Wilson
Iy Associate Press
Census Bureau Today
Marion
Ohio
Cleveland Strikers See Bluff In Threat Of Arrests
Striking Cleveland Yardmen's Association members waited for federal authorities to arrest workers unless they returned to work. Local officials defer further moves until a conference between District Attorney Wertz and other officers. Officials reported few strikers had returned to work by noon.
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Associated Presa
Cleveland
Clevelan Yardmen’s Association
Wertz
Six Armed Men Captured at Canton by Patrolman
Six armed foreigners believed to be Cleveland patrol bandits occupying a stolen touring car were captured this morning at North Canton by Canton motorcycle police officer Vogley. He forced the men to drive the car to the Canton police station with his revolver aboard the running board.
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Associated Press
Canton
Cleveland
Akron
North Canton
Vogley
Toledo Transit Chief Seeks Higher Carfare
Henry L. Doerty of New York, head of the company running Toledo street cars, told the car commission the system needs a fare hike. The current 5 cents cash and 2 cents transfer were set by a U.S. district court after the recent conductors strike, with hints the rate could rise to 10 cents.
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Toledo
Henry L. Doerty
New York
The
Car Commission
Fara
United States District Court
Probate Court Week's Entries Highlight Several Probate Filings
The probate office records show wills filed for M. L. Grove of Elyria Hugh McGill of Lorain and Anna Haupt of Lorain. Fern Snyder and H. F. Glenn named administrators for the estate of Ben Gordon with bonds of 2000 and 100. R. A. Chester named guardian for Archie Chester with a 2000 bond. Rosella Webber named guardian for Mildred and Sylvester Webber of Lorain.
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M. L. Grove
Elyria
Hugh McGill
Lorain
Anna Haupt
Fern Snyder
Ben Gordon
Snyder
Elsie Fitch
H. F. Glenn
Pittsfield
R. A. Chester
Archie Chester
Avon
Rosella Webber
Mildred
Sylvester Webber
Apartment Burglary Hits Endley Block Home
A sneak thief invaded the Endley block yesterday afternoon, stealing a gold watch and $13 from Mrs. Williard while she slept. No one heard the intrusion.
Rain Outlook for Great Lakes Week
Weather forecast for the week starting Monday calls for unsettled conditions and showers in the Great Lakes region first, then turning to fair and cooler weather as the week progresses.
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Associated Press
Washington
Great Lakes
New York Central Lifts Freight Embargo After Strike
The New York Central Railroad announced the westbound freight embargo, in place since the strike began, has been lifted for movement of large quantities of merchandise. In Chicago, insurgent railroad employees’ strike hardened, with strikers firm as managers ignore demands. Eighty three percent of normal switching crews were at work, and traffic showed daily improvement toward normal.
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New York Central
New York
New York Central Railroad
Chicago
Central
Tragedy at Warren High School Shocks Community
Warren April 24. A sixteen year old Warren High School girl Olive Thompson is found dead at her home. A 22 caliber revolver with one round fired lies near the body. A local youth who visited the home is arrested while denying involvement. Police question neighbors and relatives as investigators seek motive and whether death was murder or suicide.
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Warren
Olive. Thompson
Elliott Thompson
Beau
Thompson
Ridgeville Favors Centralized School Plan
Ridgeville township held two meetings to discuss centralizing schools. Professors Patterson and Searle urged centralization at West End and Center schools, with Father Trappe backing the plan. They argued new smaller schoolhouses would be needed on current sites, but overall cost would be cheaper and raise property values.
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Ridgeville Township
West End
Professor Patterson
Norwalk
Center School
Proffessor Searle
Kent Norman School
Father Trappe
Ridgeville
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J. J. Ksuswell
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Collins
Wakeman
Osborne Manufacturing Co
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World Movement
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