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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1920
Page
1
At a regular Elyria Kiwanis meeting, $1500 was raised to ease hardship from unemployment. Mayor Jones presided as J. F. Burke outlined immediate needs and urged collective action to help struggling local residents.
City faces rising unemployment with no current funds for relief. Many cannot pay gas bills or secure groceries. Kiwanis Club urged to oversee a local charity fund, supported by clubs and lodges, to aid those in immediate need and repay loans once work resumes.
Salvation Army officials announced immediate aid for families in need after last night's Chronicle Telegram report. Captain David Heddle said the organization would ensure Christmas baskets reach those unable to provide for themselves. The Chronicle Telegram staff offered initial support with a five hundred dollar contribution, and Mayor Jones commented on the conditions observed.
At a club meeting the Exchange Club set a drive to provide toys to city children. Members request old or new toys and ask callers to contact H. K. Thompson at Elyra block second floor or leave items at the Association Charities or Salvation Army offices. Callers will have a member visit homes or stores to collect toys.
A patrolman spotted two men loitering at Maserodt Jewelry Store on Broad Street at 11 30 last night. They fled toward New York Central tracks after seeing the officer, likely intending to smash the plate glass and steal jewelry, but were halted by the quick action of police.
The Young Men's Business Club held a lively White Elephant Christmas party at the Chamber of Commerce hall last evening. Members brought dilapidated gifts, while others bid on unclaimed items in an informal auction. City Solicitor D A Baird received a huge bas meter as thanks for opposing tax increases, drawing laughter through Broad Street.
Geneva dec 16 hour new nations joined the league of nations Bulgaria Costa Rica Finland and Luxemburg were admitted while France and Australia abstained on the Bulgaria vote. Canada warned of risks if Russia gains access to the seas as tension over Baltic Caucasian questions looms. The assembly planned year budget and salaries for the secretariat amid debate.
The Community Christmas tree funded annually by the Young Men's Runglesg club will be set on the park platform by Saturday if possible and lit nightly during the holidays. Lorain County Electric Co will decorate the tree and a crew will string the wires. Eight hundred on the 22 foot tree will be placed in position. Each boy and girl will receive a candy box before Christmas through the Young Men's Business clubs, brightening the season for many children who might otherwise go without a gift. Many adults walk through the park at night to view the lights and tinsel though some display is visible.
Mrs. Mary Ann Schaeffer 77 a resident here for 13 years died at her daughter Mrs Joseph Platt s home Stop 11 Lake Avenue Wednesday morning after bronchial pneumonia Two daughters Mrs Joseph Platt and Mrs Edward Sinegar Elyria and son William Schaeffer Sharpsburg Pa survive Eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren also survive Funeral services will be private Saturday at 2 pm at the late home Rev Heritner Lorain officiating
Lorain police officer Harry Friedman Lenihan and former chief A A King were named as defendants in a 5100 damage suit filed by John Wrobel. Wrobel says a May 28 arrest on burglary and larceny charges led to a bail and defense expense tally, plus damaged reputation, with no grand jury indictment. Edward Taylor dies in early holiday tragedy at Lorain store as Liberty bond funds and missing $3.60 spark distress and a local appeal for the missing money.
Salvation Army asks merchants and residents to donate toys fruit vegetables and provisions for Christmas baskets. Captain David Heddle urges giving to the limit as aid demand is heavier this year due to many unemployed. The appeal centers on the hall at 74 Broad Street for the collection and distribution to poor children and needy families.
An attempt to rob a warehouse at Hennett Milling near Huron Street failed after intruders forced a window and knocked the safe combination loose. They fled when a patrolman approached, leaving only 35 dollars in cash and damage costing about double that to repair.
Dennison avenue residents reported to police that a Wettle girl was chased by a pair of drunken men who seized her arm and frightened her. The flying squadron searched Eastern Heights but could not identify the attackers.
Andrew Vogley died suddenly last evening at his home, 158 Lake Avenue. He was 68 and survived by his wife and two daughters Mrs. Warden of Salem Ohio and Mrs. F F Sudro of Fargo North Dakota. Funeral services are Sunday at 1 30 from the home and 2 from St Pauls Church with Rev Bourguin officiating. Burial will be in Ridgelawn.
A city widow seeks help for a mother of five children. The husband is unemployed and a local woman, Mrs. P. C. Gliman, coordinates charity washings through the Atroaciaend Charities, asking those able to assist to contact 37952.
London reports heavy reinforcements to Ireland with two battalions sent since Sunday and eight more under orders. De Valera labeled as in hiding in the United States, possible return if safe conduct granted. Lords amendments to the Home Rule bill under debate. possible martial law loom. Cork unit withdrawal completes as Strickland-led commission probes fires. truce talks in progress with Labour Party planning a peace push.
Within twenty four hours Christ Lazos of Lorain faces first degree murder charges for shooting Peter Paul in front of the latter's coffee house. The case, possibly decided by electric chair or penitentiary, hinges on two alleged confessions. Continued on page three.
The Chamber of Commerce directors selected Frank Willard as chairman and Ralph Murbach Sam Worwitz George Stevens and Cc M Braman as the nominating committee to prepare ballots for the February 8 election. Ballots will be presented to members several days before polls open all day.
The January term of court begins January 13, 1921, after a juror draw yesterday. Grand jurors report January 18. fifteen called with Elyria and Amherst as represented. Petit jurors named for January 24 include W J Crozier, Max Goldstein, Henry Beck, Elyria residents and others across Amherst Wellington and Campden.
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