Garfield Angered by Coal Strike Ends Postwar Industry
Washington Dec. 12 Doctor H Garfield resigns as fuel administrator and the post is to be continued under Hines. The White House says the resignation will be accepted and Garfield’s duties will persist under the railroad administration. Officials note no guarantee Hines becomes the new fuel administrator.
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Associated Press
Washington
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White House
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Postmaster Urges Early Mail for Christmas Parcels
Postmaster D W Seward warns readers to mail Christmas parcels early due to fuel shortages and train curtailments. He notes 40 mail trains have been abandoned regionally but Elyria is not yet affected locally. He stresses prepaid postage, full addresses, secure packing, and avoiding Red Cross seals on envelopes.
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D. W. Seward
Elyria II
Seward
Vince Nave
Wader
Isvre
Tropea Murder Trial Ends in Guilty Verdicts
James Tropen and his wife Elizabeth Tropen were found guilty of second degree murder in Lorain County. Both face prison terms that will run concurrently, with sentences to begin together. The victim, Rocco Tropen, was found with his throat cut beside railroad tracks after an apparent staged accident. The Tropen family includes six children now cared for by relatives and the county Children's Home in Oberlin.
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Elizabeth Tropen
Rocco Tropen
Lorzin Itajan
James Tropea
Lorain
Window Ako
Elizabeth Tropes
Tropea
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Oberlin
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Elizabeth Teppen
Sheri W. D. Backus
Weather Warms as Coal Mines Resume Production
Chicago December reports show a general rise in soft coal output with most fields returning to operation. In Illinois some workers oppose Wilson's proposal, others plan to resume. Pittsburg district and West Virginia face check off tensions. By Associated Press.
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Washington
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West Virginia
Senate Passes McNeary Bill Extending Sugar Control
The Senate approved the McNeary Bill extending government control of sugar for another year until December 31, 1920, if deemed necessary for the public good. It requires fair prices and equal distribution but excludes licensing for producers refiners and distributors as under the Lever Act.
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Associated Press
Washington
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Senate
House
Back-Firing Army Trucks Cause City Alarm
At about 11 15 last night forty army trucks, en route to Columbus, back fired through the city causing pandemonium. Police intercepted the drivers who resisted signals. Mayor Jones said arrests would be sought and the trucks were recalled if possible. Nervous residents reported disturbances and an airplane distress siren was also heard by a witness.
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Middle Avenue
Eugene Sites
Murray Rudge Farmer
Gberlin
Jones
Elyria and Lorain Join for Greater Lorain County
Elyria and Lorain chambers of commerce discussed a joint national advertising campaign to promote a greater Lorain County. Leaders urged cooperation between cities, sharing plans to attract factories and boost growth while maintaining rivalry in a spirit of partnership. A committee will study the proposal and report back, signaling future joint meetings.
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Crisp
Flyrna Chamber of Commerce
Lorain Board of Commerce
Metzger
Potin
Central Pennsylvania coal dispute vows no settlement
Washington reports Central Pennsylvania mine operators reject the government settlement plan as a postponement of a looming showdown. They fault Garfield and officials for meddling and claim vital principles and public protections are not addressed.
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Washington
Central
Pennsylvania
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Caly
United Mine Workers of America
Commission
Congress Sees New Industrial Cra in Mine Peace
Congress leaders declare the end of the coal strike will bring an era of postwar stability and create governmental machinery for investigating labor and production impacts, signaling steps toward orderly peace and renewed industry.
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Congress
Washington
Delese
County Recorder Seeks Increased Allowance and Arbitration Push
County Recorder Frank Irish and Fuel Administrator Garteldon push for a $225 raise and expanded government mediation to settle labor disputes. They urge a public tribunal to determine wages hours and employment terms, backing a collective bargaining principle and a sober, just approach to coal and steel strikes.
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Paw
Wilson
Palmer County
Frank Irish
Naasad
Garteldon
Supdemes Ds. Srrlatn
Iagh
St Ig
Mysterious Toast Haunts Late Night Read
Brief cryptic verse depicts a troubling craving for a tainted drink and references a victim named Michael McCall. The lines imply danger linked to wood alcohol and a smoky, ominous mood across a dim setting.
Mistletoe Shortage Hits Elyria Ahead of Holidays
Mistletoe is scarce as the holiday season nears in Elyria with limited stock from Delaware woods. Dealers report small supplies at higher prices as school youths gather greenery for domestic use and decorative wreaths, while holly is also harvested from Delaware woods for festive displays.
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Delaware
Vermost
Hair Woods
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