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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1921
Page
8
The Painesville Telegraph editorial argues against rigid autoist “don’ts” urging drivers to stay courteous even at risk. It criticizes strict rules that could curb charity, suggesting reporting criminals and enforcing punishment rather than curtailing humane conduct on public highways.
President Harding has turned the disarmament conference over to Secretary of State Hughes whom we trust. The nation hopes the talks will do more than felicitation and push America’s representatives toward real results in the negotiations.
Reporters note shrinking demand for ilk shirts amid high prices and wages. Observers recall buyers paying ten to fifteen dollars for silk shirts now out of work with pockets empty. The piece weighs a poem request about The Song of The Shirt or The Tale of A Shirt.
Fragmentary newspaper line notes King George of England drawing on his cap for five hundred thousand dollars to meet the high cost of living. A compare to an Irish tale about a fortune promised if a woman tells her fortune.
The writer argues merchants must advertise consistently to turn over stock and reduce prices for customers. Without steady advertising, turnover declines, leading to higher consumer prices as profits rely on inflated price tags. Emphasis is on utilizing floor space, heat, light, and sales service to maximize returns.
The article argues that persuasive truthful advertising sustains demand, forces manufacturers to deliver worthy products, and lowers costs via higher volumes. Retailers benefit from reputations built by honest producers, enabling steady turnover and mutual profits.
The advertising sections sketch brief, attractive buying opportunities and steer readers to reputable local dealers. They promise reliable square dealing and dollar value, urging close reading to compare prices and save time and money while identifying what is needed and the approximate cost.
The obituary notes the death of Mrs Louise C Ely at her Washington avenue home after a brief illness. It highlights her public spirit and broad influence in the community.
Adoniram Judson became the first American missionary to Burma, pioneering Protestant work in the region and laying foundations for later religious missions and churches.
The Cuban Commercial Mission to the United States headed by Sebastian Gelabert, Cuban secretary of finance, will confer with U S officials on economic questions affecting both nations after calling on Secretary of State Hughes.
Obscure 19th century notes record Gen Isaac R Sherwood born Stanford bound for state service. A 1838 note mentions mastodon skeleton found near Spectrus. Gen John L Gren born Newark and identified as last Civil War veteran on active US Army rolls. 1866 cholera killed 86 in Cincinnati.
A British labor demonstration opposed potential War with Russia provoking street actions. In Boston a Ponzi exposure sparked several arrests and ongoing investigations.
The notice marks several birthdays: Gen Isaac Sherwood of Ohio born in Stanford North Carolina, five years ago. Arthur Sherburne Hardy former U S minister to Persia born Andover Massachusetts seven years ago. Frederick A Sterline counselor at Paris embassy born Lake City Minnesota forty five years ago. Hugh Guthrie Canada minister of militia born Guelph Ontario fifty five years twenty today. Fidwin Grasse famed violinist born New York City thirty seven years ago today.
The article notes the centenary of Jane Martin Dexter and Thomas T. Kinney, a publisher with a renowned art collection. Dr Felix Adler marks his seventieth birthday today. Dental teachers converge on Milwaukee for a national silver jubilee. The Catholic Church observes the 200th anniversary of St John Berchmans death in 1621.
A cablegram from Reval says Captain Emmett Kilpatrick, longtime Red Cross worker and friend of Mrs. T P Yarbrough of Uniontown, Ala, has been freed by the Soviet government. The message notes he will be home soon and references a prior note about being released this week. The fragment mentions ABE MARTIN and Bobby Moon in a parade context and a reflection on gentlemen and ladies.
Alfred Kiser named administrator of Ruth Hiser estate in Elyria with bond 200. Stephen Skodak named administrator of Geza Toth estate in Lorain with bond 1000. Antonio Dellasco of Lorain seeks administrator of Antonio Deipasco estate. Francis Kuchenrtther probate filing in Elyria. Gerald Stack probate filing in Lorain. B W Donaldson named administrator of William Donaldson estate in Lorain with bond 20000. Andy Bavas will wed for probate in Lorain.
Isabel Winter transfers to John Sulik parcels in Colorado Park Allotment for $1. Guardian Savings Trust to Terry Mendenhall lot 101 Sheffield for $1. International Real Estate to Frank Kombasik lot 32 Oberlin Avenue Realty Co. allotment for $50. Numerous other transfers include undivided half of lot 22 Oberlin quit claim to EL Sherwood for $1, W H Stark to Stricklers part of Section 10 Carlisle for $10, and many more in Lorain, Oberlin, Amherst, Wellington, and Ridgeville Heights with prices ranging from $1 to $5,000.
A blast on a porch in St. Paul injures no one as six residents slept inside. Utilities commission begins railroad freight rates inquiry for agricultural products on Sept. 20 at 1 20 p m in Columbus. James Stanley Jorce seeks more time to file appeal bond in alimony and counsel fee dispute with Peggy Hopkins Jorce. Fort Snelling reports a seven hundred mile march by an American military organization.
Do not pay the city car tier boys for service unless they have their books to give proper Credit. Anyone without a subscribers card can obtain one from the boy. For prompt delivery call the Circulation Department at phone 2316.
Aug 22 start planned as the Third Infantry Regiment moves from Camp Perry Ohio to a new post. Marches will cover 15 to 18 miles daily. In Madrid negotiations continue for the release of General Navarro and nine Spanish officers captured by Moorish rebels at Mount Arrufir. General Berenguer leads talks with Benche Chall. In Canton, Harry Humes of East Liverpool is jailed by Sheriff Milo Cathon amid efforts to solve Paul Kitzig’s murder. Kitzig’s roommate Figures is held as investigation continues, with Ben Rudner recently convicted in Cleveland federal court on a liquor charge.
Mrs Eliza Moab Ishaw of Ashtabula visits relatives including Mrs Merton Merrill. Chicago visitors Mr and Mrs Hero and daughter Wh Catherine call on Baird. Earl Cole attends funeral in Sullivan. John Edwards of New London visits Frank Edwards. W C T U elects Carrie Anderson president Jff Burge vice president Mabel Sell secretary Delia Parker treasurer. Richard Baird to Elyria then Wellington. Rev H W Hales family attends Ridgeville reunion and visits Elyria and North Eaton before returning. Peoples Caucus noted as fairly lively.
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