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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1921
Page
1
Tom Slaughter, a condemned killer, escaped the state penitentiary with six prisoners in a car stolen from the warden's garage. He fired on pursuers, freed a Black man and a White man, trapped the warden's wife and daughter, and looted the jail for arms before vanishing toward the Oklahoma border.
A chaotic local meeting of the Lorain County Adrowabis Club drew nearly two hundred attendees. Officials reported changes in membership and a lengthy financial state showing expenses and a remaining balance as the group discussed road and transportation policy and new laws.
A tense Senate hearing erupts as Senator Tom Watson of Georgia shakes a clenched fist at General officers and others in the committee room. The clash follows accusations of prejudice and charges about army executions overseas. The sergeant at arms orders decorum as tensions rise and the room erupts in turmoil.
Prominent French diplomat Reoul Perot, long a leader in politics, looms as Briand's strongest opponent and possible successor if the present ministry falls on the rock of militarism.
American Shipbuilding Co plans to put 260 500 men to work within two weeks rehabbing several lake freighters and rebuilding the steamship Elwood plus repairs to Velvettea Rensselaer Stephenson and Stone boats White and Bradley. The operations mark a busy resurgence after a summer lull.
A man named Kite from LaGrange appeared before a local magistrate on a charge of grand larceny after allegedly stealing a diamond ring and a $40 credit payment from a jeweler. He is held under $1,000 bond and may be sent to Cleveland to face further proceedings.
A jury awarded Kowalski a verdict for the defendant in a street injury case against the Lin Street Taxi company. Kowalski claimed a conductor elbowed and struck him with a rock, suffering head injuries. The judge ruled the contractor’s action proximate to the incident.
Elyria merchants dress storefronts in Christmas finery with bright window displays and new gifts. Shoppers crowd stores as Santa visits loom, and shopkeepers prepare to assist families finding toys, tinsel, bells, and other seasonal temptations.
In Ironton this morning a decree of divorce was awarded to Alve Troutman age 83 who charged her husband George Troutman with neglect of duty. She is described as the oldest plaintiff in a county divorce suit and possibly in the state.
The woman denied a divorce suit filed by Werner in Laredo. She claimed cruelty by Werner and his mother and said she had lived with them briefly before returning to her mother’s home. She asserted both Werner and the mother abused her and that they attempted suicide together but failed.
Ohio soldiers receive an $20 million bond issue to fund adjusted compensation for World War veterans. Elyria has 800 recipients averaging over $100 each, with payments starting as bids open December 15. Distribution plans include local offices and sworn-paper requirements for claims.
Mrs Harvey Cunningham attempted to avoid a little girl riding bicycle on Court Street and crashed her auto against the curb. The bicycle was smashed and the girl escaped, then ran away before officials could name her. Police later arrested a man on a separate traffic-related charge.
Sterk Williama completed records for citizenship admissions at the hearing Wednesday and released additional names including Elvriz Groree Chinque of 100s and street, William Southwick of 512 W 12th street, Max Slutcher of 92 Laa t Broad street, John Simon of 21 W River street, Grafton Wetted Shoutter of ab street, August Jaskowski, Columbia Studio Levi Beech Brownhelm Mickelay Muhar Varminion 20 South Amherst and John Hansen.
Bandits robbed a paymaster in Augusta and then the First National Bank vault at Claysburg near here. They used an acetylene torch to enter, rifling safety deposit boxes and escaping with Liberty bonds cash and jewelry valued at thousands. Police say bonds were largely registered and several suspects were captured after a gun battle.
The International Typographic Union reduces member dues while continuing its campaign for a forty hour work week. Members have paid a portion of salaries to fund the cause and raise funds for the effort.
Dr Wilmert Hadley, a former army officer from Texas, was executed at the state penitentiary in Richmond for poisoning and dumping his wife Sue Tinsley Hadley’s body. The case arose after his failed appeal as he received the death penalty and refused further clemency.
Salvation Army launches its annual Christmas kettle appeal with jingling bells on Saturday morning. The fundraiser asks residents to donate for Christmas dinners and gifts for needy children, with a tree and gift drive at the Army hall. Local officer urges community support and provides contact at local headquarters.
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