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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 26, 1926

Page

8

Tragic double act ends in suicide after dinner

In Wollaburt near Winsimes J district April 24 James Brezett Jr 7 and Miss Doris Crabtree 25 were involved in a fatal shooting scene. Brezett shot himself in the car after a dinner meeting with Miss Crabtree who could only utter I cant imagine why. Coroner A L Bell recorded death by own action. The couple had dined together before the tragedy.

Lle James Brezett, Jr Mies Doris Crabtree Wollaburt Mretell Jim Winsimes Miles Crabtree Bretell

Auto driver taken after chase in Cleveland

Samuel Firestone, 20, jailed for driving two cars while intoxicated after a four mile street chase through busy Sunday traffic. Patrolman Silas Tuller pursued Firestone who ran a safety zone and seriously injured Marion Musser as a passing car blocked him. speedometer peaked at 50 mph during the pursuit.

Cleveland Samuel Firestone Talley

Firemen Carry Coal From Cella

Twenty five Lakewood firemen on duty in Cleveland battle a blaze in a basement apartment house. They moved thirty tons of coal from the cellar to the yard to extinguish a rekindled fire. Fire began a month ago in the coal bin and flared up again yesterday.

Cella Cleveland Lakewood

Lorain man takes own life veteran shipbuilder

Frank Goerge, 45, a Lorain shipbuilding veteran, died by suicide Saturday. He had lived in Lorain 28 years and worked at eastern shipbuilding plants, moving to the area 20 years ago. Ill health was listed as the cause. He belonged to the Eagles and Elks. Services planned Tuesday from Viking Memorial parlors. Also noted is the postponement of a Yankees game with the Phillies due to cold weather.

Lorain Frank Goerge Drisen The Eagles and the Elks Tvs LC Brtes T¢s California “Avenue Viking Memorial

Motorist dies of heart attack while driving to Cleveland

Bland 71 of Detroit died Sunday afternoon after a heart attack while driving to a Printers' convention. He stopped at 322 Cleveland Street and died minutes later at the home of D E Phillips. Coroner says death due to apoplexy. Son from Detroit to be notified.

P. NM. Bland Perry Ier Blant Detroit

Divorces Granted by Judge in Arkansas Proceedings

Judge W Z Twomypso presided as hear ings granted several divorces this morning. Louise Johnson received a divorce from Harry A Johnson on grounds of grass netted of date. Margverite Temple was granted divorce from Walter Temple for neglect of duty and extreme cruelty. Mars Pozwak awarded custody and real estate in divorce from George Pozwuak. Mary Drake of Lorain granted divorce from Leroy Brake on grounds of extreme cruelty. Assets included custody of minor child and $500 alimony.

W. Z. Twomypso Louise Johnson Harry A Johnson Margverite Temple Walter Temple Mars Pozwak George Pozwuak

War Correspondent Charies Whitehall to Address Rotarians

Charies WL Whitebair of Cleyo Hand, famed war correspondent, will address Rotarians at their weekly meeting noon tomorrow. The event, run by the Baby Members Committee led by R. & Clapp, spotlights his World War I service with General Allenby and YMCA work. He is a DePauw graduate, former National Secretary for Southern India, and now works in Cleveland insurance with his brother.

Charies WL Whitebair Cleyo Hand Watel Newell R. &. Clapp Whitehall de Pauw Universit Allenby GCA United States India Y. ML Cla Cornel Universis Ile Hewes Epa Pt Urstisth General Allenby Met Liberty Loan Elyria Rattry Club Don Trust Company Cleveland

Government to lease Muscle Shoals structures to power companies

Washington April 26 The Government would lease Muscle Shoals project for fifty years to a consortium of thirteen southern power companies. The tentative lessee would invest 20 million dollars in fertilizer production and supply farm cooperatives directly, with a farmers board controlling fertilizer distribution. The plan promises net government rent averaging 7.6 million dollars annually over 30 years, totaling about 180 million dollars, and includes additional storage and dam works along the Tennessee river.

Washington Government &Sac Congressional Muscle Shows Committee Afe Nitrates Muscle Shoals minWarty Contaniés Wilson Dam Tennessee River

Death notices from Amherst Graf ton Greensburg and Belden

Death records report Mrs Pred Belcker of Amherst age sixty three died at home after four weeks illness. Survived by husband one daughter Mable Broberg and four sons. Funeral plans not announced. Also Mrs Mary McClintock of Graf ton died yesterday after long illness age 80. Survived by four sons Arthur Homer Frank and Charles. Services to be held at home then Nesbitt Cemetery. Mrs James Cawthern of Greensburg Pennsyl vania died yesterday. Daughter Mrs Ruth Belle and son Jim Rodgers Sr. attend funeral in Greensburg. Henry F Jenner aged eighty six Civil War veteran died after long illness at niece’s home Belden. Service Tuesday, remains to Ithaca Michigan. Thomas Bowers funeral held at Sudro Funeral Home then buried in Tdsdown Cemetery.

Pred Belcker Tred Brucher North Market Street Amherst Deceised Germany St Peter‘ S Mary McClintocik Mary McClintock Grafton Arthur Homer Frank St Petersburgh Charles Cleveland Ingon Bunal James Cawthern Greensburg Pennishania James Rodsers East Broad Street Ya Oman Times Jimes Rodgers Deushter Ruth Belle Cavahoes Fall Greenshers Henry Jevntir Henry F. Jenner J .B “Sennell Belden J B Mennell Ithaca Michi-gan

Body of man found in town brook in Quincy mass

An unidentified man was found floating face down in Town Brook early today. Police suspect foul play after a 16 year old boy discovered the body and notified authorities. Atlantic City is preparing to entertain the 1926 tournament for the United States mershes shooting championship on June. The present national wifeholder is Howard Rebinc, a year-old man from Springfield, Mass.

Town Brook Quincy Mass Atlantic United States Howard Sprincheld

Five boys held on robbery charges in Cleveland

On April 26 police held three twelve year old boys and two juveniles on charges of robbery after an assault at Riverside Cemetery. Peter Belemggcv was robbed of 54. Frianl Stanke Tony Duplaro and Joe Prisha were jailed. two others were turned over to juvenile authorities.

Cleveland Peter Belem Ggccv Riverside Cemetery Avas Ees

Debated French offer splits over debt plan

The debt commission discusses Valéry Berenger’s proposal as a basis for repayment to the treasury. Some members see the plan as acceptable but others fear the figures and terms lag the US aim. France’s offer prompts cautious optimism amid doubts about timely agreement.

J Pr Cadisay Washington Treasury SLI Aayjpint Berenger Americain Commission Treary Manerg France

Elyria Launches City Clean-Up Week Across Districts

Elyria commences a city wide clean up with street departments mobilized to collect rubbish and debris. Sections east of the Tier and west of the Tier are scheduled Mon through Fri with specific team assignments and guidance from the National Clean Up Week Committee.

Riots Between Hindus and Muslims Worsen in Calcutta

April 26 reports say dozens were killed and many injured as Hindu Muslim mobs clash in Calcutta. Gunfire, knives, and crude weapons are reported as authorities struggle to restore order amid ongoing violence.

Galentt London Ustaf Mi Litis Calcutta

Police Court Fines Multiple Defendants for Ordinance Violations

Charles Hines, described by Stanhara Police Chief as a notable offender, was fined 15 dollars plus costs and ordered detained until the fine was paid. He faces an additional 720 dollar fine reducing a related suit. Howard Woon and Nous Schindler each paid 1 dollar and costs for a separate charge. Tedrow faced fines for violating parking rules and other charges.

Charles Hines Stanhara Hines Howard Woon Nous Schindler Chitterst Tedrow Ann

Real estate transfers and subdivison filings and notes

A sequence of property transfers and subdivisions listed for Wellington and surrounding areas. Names include Ellen Walliams Johan Kasser Margan Bailey Harriet Willis Lons Bohom Elynte Tovert El Walden Elizabeth Palmer Tripp DeWelfe Welling ton Victoms Starr TM Borow Tand Lot transfers cover multiple lots and subdivisions with prices noted, such as 500 and 700 dollars, plus parcel allocations like Avon Hover Beach subdivision and Subdivision No 1 of Broawnhel.

Ellen Walliams Solon Bloomfield Johan Kasser Flora Margan Bailey Wotrment Elynt Harriet Willis Lons Bohom Canaander Lorain Vermilon-on-the-Lake Colio Colio G. Charles’ Leibold Mm | Subdivion No 1 of Broawnhel Inp Ports Tavior von Dwger and Co Avon Hare Truce McDonad Harold Servens Elna Mars P Searles John Primner Betseyt Elyste Tovert IL Walden Elizabeth Palmer Fox Wiesworth Tripp & DeWelfe Ad Wellington

Unions plan meetings in Lorain County area

Central Labor Union conducts regular meeting tonight at 7 at Painters Hall followed by Building Trades committee gathering. A Lorain County Political Committee session with three delegates from local unity is set for $30, addressed by J. F. Burke, about the principles guiding candidate exploration.

Central Labor Union Painters’ Hell Building Trades Committee Lorain County Cour J. F. Burke T He Walt

Two More Files For Offer Columngs And Declarations

April 26 Dr L F Cain Caldwell filed a formal declaration for the Republican nomination for lieutenant governor. Newt Bronson of Defiance also filed as a Democrat candidate for secretary of state. In Defiance County Judge Slade of Columbus drowned in the Washu River, with search efforts continuing for the missing body and reports noting his wife and two children.

Columbgs L FL. Cain Caldwell Noble Counts Cain Ohio Newt Bronson Defiarce Tons Tite Bronson Defiance County Sewark Triat Slade Columbus

Local News In a few Lives

BOS WEEK COMMITTEE WILL MEET TONIGHT Deane Burns chairing for the Bos Week Committee requests division chairs to outline class setups and remaining tasks. The committee members are urged to attend as a new Friday start is planned. Also reports of lawsuits, judgments, thefts, and a released prisoner noted in local items.

Deane Burns MW C. AL Me Uriday

Wakeman Baseball Club Organized for Season

The Wakeman baseball club has organized for the season and will play independent baseball. The club will field a stronger team this year, according to managers, with plans to schedule games in cooperation with secretary G. O. Schutt at Wakemin.

Wakeman Wakeman Baseball Club Seison Wil Wakemine Club G. O. Schutt Wakenrin

Canty Kid bandit Whi te znore case to be decided soon

In XLOY April 26 the case of Richard Heese White, known asCanty Kid, faces likely verdict today or this afternoon. State and defense present their positions as Bartlet, counsel for the defense, begins his plea.

Buffalo Richard Heese White Yar Beluck Bartiett Supincer

Senator Capper at bedside after operation in Baltimore

In Baltimore on April 26 Arthur Capper and his wife Mrs Capper faced a health update. The wife of the senator, described as in critical condition, underwent a recent operation and remained at her bedside as doctors reported on her condition.

Galtimore Arthur Capper Senator Capper Ha Marsland Capper

Market Prices and Receipts Across Regions

An eclectic market report from Cleveland and Toledo outlines produce prices, livestock receipts, and general market activity. Apples and strawberries show notable prices, while cattle, pigs, and sheep receipts indicate varied supply levels. Canadian trade noted as cheap with stops planned.

U.S. auto industry braces for 300000 vehicles export push

Washington reports the American automobile sector will ship over 300000 cars abroad this year. Commerce experts expect 7 to 8 percent of production to target foreign markets as tariff cuts and rising exports boost domestic output valued at about 2.5 billion dollars with exports near 599 million. Officials anticipate Canadian branches may grow as tariffs fall, while U S manufacturers emphasize price and quality to reclaim foreign share amid competitive global markets.

Washington wAsierican Dey Ly Department of Commerce Cod Adeemeters Theat Riquird Lurtis Probabis Weil Ney Amer

Two Minor LTO Crashes Near Oxford Street

Tim Greer of Cleveland collided with a second car driven by Walter Hastins after Greer failed to yield at a T junction on Bread Street. Hastins’s car sustained rear damage and a bent tire. Greer agrees to pay the damages. Lees from License X Yoocras report the incident at Middle Ave and Last Broad St.

Oler Sladiy Tim Greer Clevelord Walter Hastinss Sunde Ley Hyosang Bread &T Tee Vober Teonird Lee Ocras Dri Pero

Large class to apply for citizenship in Lorain

Federal naturalization officers will convene at the court route on Thursday May 5th for a large class of applicants seeking admission as citizens. Citizenship classes are held regularly at Lorain and nearby areas, with 142 applications at Lorain and over 30 surrounding districts. Preliminary examinations are conducted this week under federal examiners, and candidates have been summoned to appear before them. Those failing to meet requirements will be asked to appear again on May 4th.

Lorals Eines Lorain Flose

Contracts Let For Sewer And Sidewalks

Contracts for sewer work on Wussey Street and for replacement of delinquent sidewalks were awarded today by the city. Trifileit Brothers of Loran received the sewer contract for about $3.75.

Tse Ver Wussey Cally the Busse Trifileit Brothers of Loran Idmcalny Wert Woost Tiscolic

Citic Film Showings At Local Theatres This Week

Arrangements have been made to show the Citizens Militants Trammmayg Company film at the Rialto Capitol and Dreamland theatres on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. A similar film is shown at Anoh theatre on Sunday to connect with the shows of Major Willems.

Malitars Riualt Capitol Dreamland Theatres Wedverdt Thursaty Ixiaay Anoh Theatre Afajor Willems

Amateur Athletic Federation Clarifies Member Registration

The federation explains its evolving structure with about 20,000 registrants across seven states and roughly 10,000 coaches and trainers not yet registered as athletes. It notes 10,090 registered athletes and other participants now under union jurisdiction.

Gaton Gamida Fone Union

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