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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1923
Page
7
A miner and former deputy sheriff Latan Morrison, tied to a menaced treasury shortage, died by self-inflicted gunshot after saying goodbye to his wife. Morrison, once active in local politics and former deputy sheriff, left two children. He had served as county treasurer amid rumors of financial shortfall.
Ross county commissioners appointed former Deputy County Auditor P. K. Rice to finish the unexpired term of Morrison who reportedly faced a three thousand thirty eight dollar shortfall in the county treasurer's accounts and Morrison's health was in decline.
Pittsfield news notes a semi partisan caucus set for Friday August 17 at 8 o clock in the town hall. The meeting aims to nominate candidates for township offices to be elected in November 1923. The report mentions Stanley Pitts of Cleveland as a participant.
Rev Forsetth of Columbus delivered a able sermon at the M E church Busdey morning. Mr and Mrs C D Pickworth left Saturday for Green Rapids Michigan and other state points to visit relatives. T C Whitmey has heard from his sister Mrs Ada Sherburne. She with her husband was at the home of Frank Dibble in Lansing Michigan. Mr Dibble is remembered by older residents for early life here and broad circle of friends. Sunday afternoon Mr and Mrs T C Whitney and guests Mrs Lucy Stone of Oberlin and Miss Mary Whitney rode to Hoxnerville Sullivan and Spencer. They enjoyed the trip. Mrs F J Lees of Fostoria visited at the home of son Ducal Lee for two weeks. Prof F D Ward of Huntington will preach at the M E church next Sunday morning, and Dr Sauith district superintendent will conduct the fourth quarterly conference at the church Sunday afternoon at two. The doctor is an able minister and should draw a large crowd.
The Drapery Department of The Lewis Mercantile Co completed the finishing touches on the Elyria Savings Bank Building decorations. Homer Burton, in charge, called it one of the finest pieces of work attempted in the region with each room featuring velour themed decor.
The color in the draperies was peculiar and required special dye to match the ceiling. Three men worked four days to install the heavy material, contending with confined spaces and complex angles. Mr. Burton noted the task was arduous as the drapes fit the main banking area.
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