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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1928
Page
2
A massive blast wrecked the Chicago Heights Star plant near Chicago, with no clue found. Editor King Williams said he received threatening letters over the paper's anti alcohol campaign, and police placed guards at his home as investigations continue.
Dr Meldrum, longtime pastor of Old Stone Church, died after a 22 year ministry that drew diverse worshipers from prisoners to travelers. He raised funds for education, aided the needy, and spoke frankly about church life and charity. His obituary notes a life of unconventional reach and humor. He leaves four children, convalescent years, and a legacy of broad outreach.
Elyria fire department responded at 2 15 am to Max's Diner on East Avenue near Bread Street to extinguish a blaze sparked by grease on a car wheel ignited by a gas range. No serious damage or injuries were reported.
Sheriff G. Mathews reports Albert Webber, sought on a shooting charge, apprehended and jailed in Findlay. Webber was paroled from the local county jail where he had been serving for a liquor conviction when it was learned he was ill.
Two cars were badly damaged in a Sunday crash on West Avenue near Broad Street. Police reports say Jim Vargo of Elyria Route 2 turned into an alley as Chester Wahr of Lorain approached, the two vehicles hitting sides with heavy damage to both cars.
The obituary recalls Dr Meldrum’s life from early Canada through Knox College to Toronto and San Francisco Theological Seminary. He was ordained in 1883 at 27, served a lengthy tenure at Old Stone Church, traveled Europe on a six month vacation, and urged service over dying for friends. Moderator Barry praises his humor kindness and dedication to training ministers.
New light weight tweeds and sheer woolens fashion swagger sport frocks in one and two piece styling. Featured design in brown and beige tweed priced at $13.00. Two piece and one piece options shown in greens tans and combinations with modernistic styling.
Woolen tweed campus coats shown shaggy with dyed fox crush collar to match brown tones. Additional models in browns and greys feature wolf kit fox and dyed opossum collars. Prices range from 38 dollars for the shown model to 58 to 110 dollars for other sport coats.
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