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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1921
Page
4
The United States Steel Corporation owns about 111 million dollars in government bonds and plans to hold them, predicting they will recover value or rise above cost. Gary argues maintaining holdings benefits small investors and stabilizes bond value despite market fluctuations.
Ontario voters backed a near two to one ban on alcohol, signaling a strong move toward nationwide prohibition. The decision, affecting the Great Lakes region and close to U.S. states like New York and Michigan, could curb cross-border liquor leakage and influence Detroit and Buffalo.
President Harding and Secretary Hughes refused Germany’s plea to act as mediator in reparations talks. Washington said the U S could not aid unless Germany agreed to disclose its position. Allies remain determined that Germany should pay as fully as it can.
The W C T U plans more constructive local activity as about 500000 women pursue temperance reform. They have raised a million dollars from members to fund programs aiding children mothers foreigners and delinquent youths.
A reader reflects on daily life and the way cinema and photographs shape perception. The piece contrasts private moments in a dressing gown with public images of ordinary men, inviting thought on identity and media.
A reader argues advertising reflects postwar price and turnover changes, urging reliance on advertised goods for freshness and value. A second letter criticizes Lorain county ministers over Sunday film limits, defending cinema as preferable to gambling and urging religious leaders to reform. The page reports a London‑led nipped Venezuela revolt plot tied to a gun running mission on a British ship bound for Nicaragua.
ABE MARTIN notes that the late campaign set back Americanism but is picking up again. Dale Fluhart, a former editor, recalls past periods marked by long dresses and the arrival of a baby, reflecting on social change.
The report notes Rev J W Van Kirk of Youngstown on his third world tour spoke in Loudonville last evening. Former sheriff Ora Beard and Mrs Wilda Minesinger were married. An annual cleanup is planned for early May. Auto transportation services established between Rowsburg and Wooster. Ashland high students vote against painting class colors on school property, continuing a long standing practice.
Farmers repair roads west of town while a twelve‑inch gas main between here and Monroeville is relaid. Willard council rejects siren fire measures amid the work.
Ten years ago Lola Rauchfuss and Goodwin Sperry wed at Lola’s Ninth Street home. A Wellington man jailed for drunkenness told police the lockup was fit for a dog. Big Bill Haywood spoke to about a thousand at Coliseum rink roasting Harmon Taft Roosevelt Gompers and Carnegie. Attorney Patrick Henry Boynton died of heart failure. he was father to A J Boynton Sidney and Henry Percy Boynton. Company B O N G prepared to march to Camp Perry. Ohio Supreme Judge Wanamaker spoke at the First Congregational church.
A local report highlights a 1090 club pledge against buying farm groceries to protect supplies from flies. Village indebtedness totals 86 000 with a 4 090 000 tax duplicate. Workmen begin laying 61 miles of 100 pound rails to Chicago for heavier faster B and O freight. Congregational church raises 390 for Near East relief. Multiple arrests tied to freight thefts totaling over 100 000. Authorities report a forcibly obtained custody case with an insanity warrant.
An old Musterole advertisement touts relief from bronchitis croup stiff neck asthma neuralgia pleurisy rheumatism lumbago and various pains. It promises quick rubbing comfort, claims doctors and nurses endorse it, and lists prices 35c 6c and hospital size.
Columbus April 25 Governor Avis said there will be no meetings of organizations that are un American in character on state property while he is governor He declined I W W leaders request to hold an open air meeting on the state house campus in Columbus Ohio
Washington April 25 Republican leaders in the house met with senate leaders and agreed the senate should inaugurate a peace by congressional resolution and that the house should pass the Knox resolution after Senate action. They called Porter’s proposed peace resolution a personal view with little chance of action in the house.
Lorain-Louis Stevens of Lima was arrested Saturday afternoon on a charge of non support of minor children. He was taken to Lima to answer to the charges.
Thousands of men struggle with tobacco cravings and seek a remedy to quit or reduce use. Nichol tablets promise to kill the craving and ease withdrawal, with a steel-bound guarantee or money back. Ask your druggist for Nichol and hear what others say about its power.
Chicago April 24. Government circles report a small turnout for the I W W convention set for Monday at Leavenworth prison to begin sentences for obstructing the draft. Attorney Otto Christensen cannot confirm surrender numbers. Bonds will be forfeited for absentees. William D Haywood reportedly deserted the group and is said to direct Bolshevist propaganda from Moscow or Petrograd with a European network of sub agencies.
An unofficial board vote selects Paul C. Stetson of Muskegon Mich to succeed Frank W. Miller as Dayton superintendent. Three board members visit Muskegon to meet Stetson, and five of seven plan to support him when the official vote occurs May 12 by law. Miller learned of non reappointment weeks earlier.
Ohio farmers appear set to reduce corn acreage this year, with a potential overall drop of about ten percent in oats barley and potatoes. State authorities expect only a slight total decrease. Wet weather hindered farm work as oats and barley sowing reached 60 to 70 percent and potato planting 40 percent.
Reports indicate plowing has been heavy this year with ground in generally good condition. Occasional yellowing noted from freezing and wet weather affecting certain fields.
In Huntington W V April 25 arguments on the first stage of the Mingo county trigger trial neared completion as lawyers began their case before a federal jury. Defendants include C F Keeney and Fred Mooney leaders of United Mine Workers district 17 plus Sid Hafield Matewan chief of police and 17 other Mingo county men charged with contempt of court.
C B Mead and Son announces hauling services with contact number 8975 at Loraln. The notice highlights light and heavy hauling capabilities and location.
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