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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1926
Page
11
Washington officials estimate world trade by the United States will total about nine billion dollars for 1926, with foreign payments around 2.64 billion and a favorable balance near 200 million as American exports broaden toward many nations.
Lorain Police Chief Theatare Walker is loaned to Columbus by Governor Vic Doanuhey for Monday to assist in an alleged tax enforcement case. The move follows a conference with Mayor William Bo Grill and Governor Doanuhey, with Walker carrying police records under implied gubernatorial orders.
Police questioned three youths after a fatal stabbing of 12 year old George Richards during a Tuesday night clash. The incident began when a crowd of youths attacked passing motorists, ending in Richards's death.
County funds are described by department with figures for General, home care, bridge, building, children’s home and soldiers relief. Items include road improvements, pensions, and election costs. figures are listed per department and scattered across towns and counties.
The piece surveys Kansas City dance venues modeled after New York night clubs. It notes late hours, dancing until dawn, and a 1 a.m. dancing ban in public halls. Descriptions include rough interiors, waiters in sleeves, steins of beer, and improvised elegance amid a playful but rowdy scene.
The City Solicitor reported a petition of accordances to block work on road and bridge near East Brawl Street. The filing seeks temporary and permanent injunctions to restrain ongoing construction and compel placement of a barrier as described in the ordinance. The solicitor noted the petition had not yet been presented for court action and questioned future steps if the injunction were granted.
A smoldering blaze tore through an American Rubber and Tire Co building in Akron, with authorities estimating a $5,000 loss after a careless spark. Across the page a crowd rioted, clashed with police, and chaos disrupted public order as Valentine festivities loom and other distant plans unfold.
A legal notice describes petitions and payments related to sales or transfers of property in a township. Brown and Kellogge are named in disputes with Macin Ailing. The document references funds from New York Chicago and St Louis railways as part of a settlement or seizure.
Local report details an automobile collision injuring a girl who was knocked to the pavement after a car obstructed by a parked cart struck her nose. The article also covers a Bly concert season finalizing September 3 weather permitting and notes Emil Novak of Broad Street’s reported prohibition arrest, with confusion over identities.
Joe Weinstein was arraigned this morning on a charge of intoxication and fined after pleading guilty. The report notes local costs and a related case involving Millonee and plow, with incomplete names and fragmented facts.
Article profiles a generation of young film directors led by Culver Wey and Angus Verh describing the rise of youthful talent in cinema. It lists several notable names including Maver, Hwee Guy Ghken, and Tod Brownigs, noting the trend toward early forties and younger.
Edward K. Spafford, former commander of the American Legion in New York State, is boomed for the post of national commander at the organization’s annual meeting to be held early this fall.
Ray Schalk longtime catcher for the Chicago White Sox reflects on fourteen years in the major leagues. The article traces his rise from Milwaukee to Detroit and Chicago, noting his reputation and longevity with the White Sox.
The national Arts Club in New York reports the theft of a fifteenth century Latin manuscript titled The Book of Hours. Valued at 515,000, the work was exhibited with other rare items from German collector Dr. Vollbehr. A well dressed man distracted staff to steal the illuminated volume through a glass case.
In Columbus August 26 the state utilities commission considered W H Siler of Elyria for authority to operate the Elyria Lodi Wooster line. The commission also studied Burt Cavvard protest against Anthony Caranols Wooster Elyria service and Cavvard's Elyria Penfield route.
The Wellington fair grounds hosted a busy afternoon as Grandstand crowds watched animal racing events. David Hale won the 2:18 4 1-4 pace in straight heats, with Dixie Vole and others placing in subsequent events.
President and Mrs. Coolidge visited the Plattsburg citizen military training camp after leaving the White House by motor. The tour covered about sixty miles through the Saranac valley with townspeople welcoming the presidential party and officers of the camp meeting them in route.
In Mexico City hostelries and cafes a government arbitration board ruled waitresses must be paid the same monthly wage as male staff. The dispute at the Y M C A in MEATCO CITY centered on 60 pesos per month demanded by women as opposed to 45 pesos paid to men. The board said a living wage is required to support moral lives.
Funeral services for Mrs. John Durandt were held at Sudro Funeral Home and St. John's Lutheran church with burial at Rideelawin retheters. The clipping also features older era commentary on Jazz, bobbed hair, smoking, and dancing, plus a note that Mrs. Athow attends a reunion on September 24.
Community markets show varied results with cites of poultry apples cattle sheep and hogs. Reports from Cleveland and neighboring cities note gains in some sections and weakness in others as buyers adjust to demand.
A group including the Marshal of Parma and eight men and two women were to be arraigned today before United States Commissioner Martin J. Menihen on charges of violating the federal dry law. They were arrested after a raid on an alleged blind tiger operation in a Cleveland suburb.
The ruling body announces the 1987 Open will be held at Royal Liverpool Golf Club beginning May 3. The Open championship will then take place at St Andrews Old Course the week of June 24.
Washington Aug. 26 The Democratic national committee ridiculed Republican claims of Coolidge economy saying the administration spent almost twice what the previous Wilser era did for peacetime government. It cited fiscal year 1916 appropriations at 800 million and projected 1927 at 567 million while noting wartime costs and veterans expenses leave a peacetime fund of 1.9 billion.
G Wright sues Leo Osborn in common pleas court alleging the defendant agreed to pay all proceeds from the sale of 25 acres at over 200 dollars an acre. Plaintiff says land sold for 6590 dollars, leaving the requested commission.
In Santa Ana California Juan Magana 101 filed for separation claiming he was a kissless bridegroom with six prior wives once more seeking freedom from Mathilda 56 his seventh wife He filed via Hugh Charles Carrillo the court interpreter The item also notes Japanese citizens enjoying sham trials as rehearsals for an upcoming jury system.
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