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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1923
Page
3
The piece lampoons a harmony candidate favored by politicians in Illinois and nationwide. Senator William McKinley warns that without GOP infighting the party may still rise, while critics decry a candidate who offends no one and advances no public conviction.
The article links punch boards to slot machines as early gambling incentives. It notes boards guarantee a return to the house with small prizes and a low chance of big wins. It warns that many youths begin gambling through innocent play and calls for stronger preventive laws and enforcement.
A Norwalk Connecticut woman, age 107, has her taxes abated forever. The piece ponders an age beyond which taxes disappear and imagines the conflict people might face over such a privilege. It notes that waiting to reach that ripe age is not practical for most.
The piece notes Warren G Harding’s long term wisdom, Calvin Coolidge has taken the oath and is now President. Harding urged the Vice President to join Cabinet meetings to learn duties in case he becomes President, a move seen as prophetic for the new line of succession.
The passage notes rumors about liquor purchases linked to well to do people and questions why such stories reach the police court and print. It hints at forthcoming words from the editor and mentions a man trying to earn a living amid confusing fragments.
A dated summary lists events from 1583 to 1921. Sir Humphrey Gilbert lands in Newfoundland and takes possession for England. Colonel Isaac Hayne is hanged in Charleston. General Burgoyne dies in London after Saratoga surrender. Russell Sage born in Oneida County. dies 1906 in Lawrence. Milan retaken by Austrians. Prussians defeat French at Weissenburg. England declares war on Germany. Russia appeals for famine aid in 1921.
A dated roundup lists events and people including Thomas W. Tipton born in Cadiz Ohio and died in Washington D C in 1899, Smith O Brien arrested in 1848, England’s Supreme Court established in 1873, a gold train to New York in 1832, George T Anthony’s death in 1896, a 1824 June entry, a 1897 Japan coast tidal wave, 1900 Serbia’s King Alexander and Draga Machin marriage and assassination, and Andrew Carnegie’s 1902 Dunfermline gift.
The column notes residents with solid reputations leave town for gatherings. It mentions a social mood, casual drinking, and commentary on behavior at such events. The piece reflects a light, folksy view of local customs and reputations.
A mosaic of notes recalls Italy's Fascisti violence and a train collision near Sulphur Springs Missouri. It then shifts to a June event with arms talks under Crown Prince Regent of Japan. Local reminiscences describe drivers, buses, and city figures like Harry Robinson and Mayor Jones, with social observations on transit riders and a Green Line feature.
Duchess of York wife of the heir and presumptive to the British throne is marked as born 23 years ago today. Princess Marie Jose daughter of the King and Queen of the Belgians born in Brussels 23 years ago today. Sir Harry Lauder world famous Scottish entertainer born at Portobello Scotland 53 years ago today. Rt Rev Henry J Mikel Epis copal bishop of Atlanta born Sumter 50 years ago today. Knut Hamsun celebrated Norwegian author and Nobel prize winner born 30 years ago today.
TheresaN, Robert Woods, and Blanche Bates mark significant anniversaries today. William S. Culbertson, JC W Peckham, and Thomas C. Howe join the list, born in Greensburg, Bardstown, and Charles Town respectively. Each birthday celebration highlights service in government, academia, and stage.
Today in Britain the Festival of St Dominic notes the 100th birthday of Oliver P Morton, former Indiana governor, while in Ontario three day events celebrate the 200th discovery anniversary of Lake Superior and Sault Ste. Marie. United States Coast Guard members join in ceremonies as Kentucky voters head to primaries with a heated gubernatorial race between J Campbell Cantril and Alben Barkley.
The piece notes a recent city ride by a bar company, with officials and several front families aboard. It mentions lady councilmen invited and comments on the quick learning of the ladies as they shake hands. The text conveys a playful, informal tone about social scenes and local figures.
A fragmentary poem reflecting on childhood memories and lost friends and loves. The speaker recalls playmates and companions now gone, describes loneliness and a desertion of familiar faces, and laments those who have died or departed. The piece references longing for past connections and distant family ties.
Senator Borah of Idaho argues the core American farming problem is marketing in a businesslike war. He says marketing requires knowledge and expert staff, with farmers needing to move from individual production to coordinated financing and marketing. The article notes Europe’s demand, reclamation limits, and that federal irrigation covers only part of water needs while private works supply most.
The text notes that farm production relies on domestic consumption and export demand. It warns that exports depend on growth in European agriculture, potential Siberian grain development, and tropical output. A temporary market glut in farm products has previously created unacceptable futures for farmers.
The National Bank of Commerce in New York questions adding American farm and land area through irrigation and boosting farm output in its Commerce Monthly issue, The United...
Henry Morgentau former U S ambassador to Turkey received strong remarks at the Williamstown Institution of Policies session. He warned that America pays more attention to sports and politics than to civilization's fate, urging closer study of European and Eastern affairs and cooperation with them. Morgentau rose from poverty in Mannheim to influence New York real estate and finance, later serving as Wilson era treasurer and diplomat.
Fifty years ago Elyria taxed at 20.8 mills Amherst 232 mills Oberlin 22.6 and Wellington 26 on valuation. Many Elyria residents went to Cleveland for a race between Col damith Maid and American Girl. July beer consumption reached 264 barrels. other beer data not recorded. Western Rocks played Forest in a local game, 18 to 38 in a rough recount with missing portions.
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