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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1919
Page
3
In a December 15, 1919 editorial, Elyria Ohio argues against raising gas prices. The piece recalls past gas-rate profits, asserts the utility profited when prices were low, and denies legitimate reasons to increase consumer costs.
The editorial argues extending government sugar control beyond wartime, citing supply and demand flaws when moneyed interests corner essentials. It notes controls in meat and suggests sugar may follow if federal oversight continues, warning of price manipulation and shortages without intervention.
The Central Labor Union of Elyria asks manufacturers to form an arbitration board to settle disputes between workers and employers. The aim is to prevent strikes and maintain industrial peace in Elyria and Lorain County amid general steel and coal concerns.
Fragmentary synopses from Chicago and Houston papers discuss Nancy Astor joining Parliament and American aid to women, alongside anti saloon league views and a perceived political gauntlet. Rumors and scattered quotes from Dallas and Houston papers reflect mixed public sentiment on political reform and Prohibition era debates.
A country editor enjoys independence and community influence, but requires journalism training, business skill, tact, and willpower. Recommendations include studying Practical Journalism, gaining ad Know-How, and starting in sub editor roles before leading a rural paper.
A seventh grader vows to become an actress while noting many girls seek stage careers during the holiday season. The piece stresses acting requires training, discipline, and graft beyond talent, citing schools like the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and the need for early apprenticeship and sacrifices before real success. Next Week: The Saleswoman.
A string of humorous quips on marriage, money, habits, and social quirks. Jokes about wives spending, husbands’ perceptions, love for sisters, and the perils of algebra in college. Satirical one liners reflect early 20th century view of domestic life and human folly.
The article notes Sir Albert Stanley, born in Derby on November 30 1574, now slated for British peerage in recognition of wartime transport leadership. It details his shift from English birth to American training, his return to Britain, renunciation of American citizenship, and eventual British subject status six years prior.
A local social event in La Grange hosted by the Heath home gathering included the Andlers and their friends. Hassell, Leiby and others plan an indefinite Florida visit while various residents shared family news and births.
A truck driven by 18 year old John Court struck by an Erie train Sunday afternoon in Marion was pushed several hundred feet along the tracks and demolished. Court escaped with minor bruises.
The body of six year old James M Wakody, son of a Philadelphia broker, washed ashore near Ventnor after a kidnapping claim by his mother Mrs. Blake. Autopsy by T. R. Souder ruled drowning. Mrs. Blake is jailed on murder charges. no inquest yet planned.
Pittsburgh papers reduce display ads and news space to cope with dwindling print stock. The Post omits advertising. the Leader trims from 150 to 35 columns. the Press has rationed 159 ad columns weekly. Editors warn of possible suspensions if cooperation fails.
Divorce action filed by Phyllis Oakley German known as Miss Phyllis Curwood against Eugene FP. Gorphan a New York dancer and composer who claimed Sacred Dance as his art. The case tried before Justice Gaveran in the state supreme court. Evidence showed the couple wed February 11 and later separated.
A muddled conversation unfolds with references to a hat bill changing appearances and a famed story ready to roar. Banter about Smiths house signs and a pretty girl across the road hints at gossip. A spurting tube joke and a cook communication scheme close the scene.
The piece captures Abe Martin style humor with a warning about rivals turning on you after a win and a light note about not buying cigars for cigarette buyers. The dialogue reflects local color and playful skepticism toward opponents.
Property changes involves T Grilles, Cottier, Pauley, North, Green, Morr, Axtell, Price, Baker and Myers transferring parcels in Lorain Avon Lake Elyria Amherst Pittfield and Elyria with nominal sums. Chart shows lot numbers and sale values from one to three thousand dollars.
A dense ledger of property transfers detailing numerous Lorain Elyria and nearby township lots with buyers and sellers including M Fulton B Wallace E Osborne J Hills L L Blege Davidson Ludlawne Grall and Rugg. Amounts range from ten dollars to thirty two hundred dollars noting parcels in Lorain Elyria Camden and Huntington townships and Sheffield Twp.
Lorain reports high schools and Charleston building pupils will have an abbreviated Christmas vacation from Dec 23 to Dec 28 and New Year’s day. These pupils had a six week vacation this fall while heating boilers were being repaired.
Patient recounts severe dizziness and heart flutter from a condition in an urban area. After trying a medicine given by a doctor, symptoms eased, sleep improved, and energy returned. The account mentions digestion issues and urges using the product to restore bodily functions.
The Churchwoman's League for Patriotic Service plans prohibition saloons in former saloon quarters across New York. These campsoffer game tables and affordable drinks that comply with the law to lift spirits of returning servicemen and provide social centers.
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