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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1925
Page
14
A Calcutta dispatch reports about one hundred people drowning when a ferryboat capsized in a sudden storm on the Meghna River in India. The Meghna, a major navigable waterway, flows into the Bay of Bengal near the Ganges delta.
Five bandits in two cars held up Frank Dubman treasurer of the Guaranty Fur Dressing Co in Newark New Jersey after he left the American National Bank with a $3500 payroll They fled with the money shortly after the withdrawal.
A bandit, believed paroled from Ohio penitentiary, robbed taxi driver Kenneth Barthelmes in Cleveland and bound him with rope. He forced Barthelmes to tie up to railroad coal cars, took a small amount of money, and warned him not to inform authorities before fleeing. Barthelmes freed himself after about thirty minutes.
Aug 22 A War Commission report says German officer resignation followed Bolshevik Baltic maneuvers near Riga. Stormy weather incapacitated many crews. midshipmen and sailors, previously at sea, now face forced withdrawal from duty.
Trish Senator traveling salesman in Belfast on Aug 22 reports Dorman a Ui ster Senate member. He earns about 44 dollars weekly in unemployment benefits from the government and a separate weekly allowance for his wife while his own maintenance is covered.
Announcement directs readers to page 4 for details on day and evening classes at The Elyria Business College and notes only six days remain until the start of term.
Forecast shows cooler days early in the week, followed by warmer conditions later. Temperatures rise from Monday through the week with increasing variability across the Ohio Valley.
Mutually agreed talks to ease border tensions continue as officials from both sides meet to discuss aid, contraband control, and paper defense under cross border cooperation. Talks focus on communications, joint checks, and preventing illegal movement along the frontier.
Authorities expect arrests over the Mackinar disaster after intensified actions. The death toll rose to 44 as probes continue and a response to the tragedy broadens.
The Entre Nous Club held a miscellaneous shower for Miss Dorothy Foote in Wellington on August 22 at Mrs. R Walls home. More than 40 guests attended as Dickie MacDermott dressed as Cupid presented a gift box holding presents for the bride to be Keith Andrews. The Yellow and white theme carried through the decorations and light refreshments were served.
Wellington Australia fair official C E Dirlam outlines a full program for the Wellington Fair Association opening day. Entries and displays promise stronger showings across all departments with horse events, food stalls, and a variety of acts planned for Wednesday night.
Row notes show Wellington Eagles baseball schedule with travel routes toward Tiffin and surrounding towns. The muddled directions reference nearby villages and routes, suggesting an away game setup and fan support logistics.
Rev. Eastman of Amherst will speak on Regarding the Bib Taught in the Schoals at Parkview Sunday evening. The event, sponsored by WLCTL and a united churches group, aims for a large attendance and notes the time change from 7 20 to 7 9.
Wellington Aug 22 Mrs Maude Spencer formerly Miss Maude Gaines of Brighton died in Corpus Christi Texas after an operation Tuesday night Aug 18 She leaves husband L A L Spencer of Corpus Christi mother Rogetta Ritchley of Wellington and father J A Gariga of Spencer Funeral services were held at Westlaco Texas Thursday
Professor Baird of Oberlin College identifies the bird as a Monkey Faced Barn Owl found in the James Leake home at Brighton. He notes the species favors southern climates and is rare this far north and suggests sending it to Brookside Zoo in Cleveland. Miss Gertrude Warren promotes girls' clubs to improve rural life and homemaking.
In Asheville, the Gilemore House at the Vanderbilt estate hosts Rt. Hon. John A. Cecil and Car nel la Vanderbilt Mrs Cecil aged 25 gains her portion of the estate valued around 815 million dollars while celebrations at Biltmore tonight mark the event with a grand ball hosted by the Cecils.
Cleveland reports 129 traffic deaths with two youths killed in city accidents and a third in North Olustead. Names listed include Alfonso Madinog and Edwin Washington among the dead. Meanwhile Daniel Steck leads by 271 votes in the Senate race over Senator Brookhart as 5,832 contested ballots await committee decision.
Report from Moscow notes wolves appearing on the city outskirts for the first time in memory and having fed thirty cows during the summer. The rest of the piece mentions legal actions, jail releases, and remodeling plans with several names and places, including Bardon and the NeoCisar Store, reflecting a patchwork of unrelated local items.
A 199% a. m. program by Elstia Trey's Band opens a day of activities. Kite contests for boys under 14, tug of war for men and women, multiple races for children and adults, a baby doll parade, and a 4:30 p. m. grand prize drawing. Prizes include white gold cigar ring and safety razor.
Springfield Aug 22 traffic school conducted by police shows no pupil tardiness or absence in the first session. About 150 motorists engaged with infractions while students discussed rules and safe driving practices.
Social visits and family news from South Ridge on August 22. Residents and relatives from Wykeman Elyria Monroeville Erin Cleveland Avon Lake Ridgefield Dexter and Ridge areas are listed with visits, calls, and weekend stays. Local real estate transfers include Van de Boe Hager Co to Archibald Reid for 1900, Henry DuLawrence to H H Hackman Jr for 21000, and Peter Wrecako to Andy shival for 9500.
County commissioners said they will not extend the proposed highway to Amherst. They want the western terminus at Elyria Avenue and will petition the State Highway Commission. They argue extending to Amherst is costly and impractical due to curves and expense.
Worcester Massachusetts August 22 Troon of the State Constabulary with 23 motorcyclists led a force of 200 local policemen and 50 officers from nearby towns in a statewide search for John Troy and his band of criminals who have terrorized the Blackstone Valley for two weeks.
Market listing shows butter eggs oleo cheese fruit vegetables with varied prices. Apples blackberries potatoes tomatoes dry onions cucumbers and brick broad cast lessons in Tory describe English courses via broadcast company. The note mentions a six week program starting at 8 PM and held at a hotel with plans to include women in the event.
A new radio telegraph design claims world spanning communication with far less power and staff. It asserts ease of setup in central post rooms, secrecy of transmission, and duplex equipment costing about $800 per point, surpassing existing government systems.
Receipts and prices for cattle hogs and lambs show varied market activity. Steers bulls cows veal calves and lambs are listed with price ranges and quality descriptions, while hogs and pigs show slower demand and mixed prices.
New York reports indicate George Herman Ruth may undergo a major operation in the 1926 season. Ruth, earning about 52 090 this year, is expected to drop to 59 000, with the contract ending after the 1925 campaign.
Moscow report quotes M. V. Frunze saying despite diplomatic recognition by 21 powers, conflict with capitalist world will rise economically and diplomatically. He cautions Britain prints push for severing ties with the Soviet and asserts the Red Army will defend the nation if pressure becomes military. He notes army progress and aims to match European forces.
London reports the lowest birth rate in history with 1024 births, an 18.8 per 1 6909 ratio. Rates vary by district as wealthier Westminster Borough shows about 12.2 births per 1000, while poorer areas exceed this figure, signaling widening demographic gaps.
An August Bist notice from Hlyria Business College appears with a teaser advising readers to view a sports portal announcement on page 4 and noting that only six days remain until the event.
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