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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1927
Page
4
A fragment describes early 1800s Maryland Gazette coverage with witchcraft burnings in Vienna and a slave incident in Maryland. It notes 290 enslaved people advertised for sale on a Thursday. It recalls the October 21 issue reporting the British royal birth with the headline Great dose to the Narnon Prince of Wales is Born.
The Mitzi Dancers, a seven member act, headline the Rialto Sunday program with a special production. Other high quality acts and screen features will accompany the performance. Three shows on Sunday and again Monday December 28 offer six additional acts and features with the same hours.
The Great Blackstone and his company arrive at the Rialto theatre for a four day run starting with Wednesday matinee in Elyria. The famed illusionist and troupe promise a highly popular, broad entertainment spectacle.
A local vaudeville act slate announces daily matinees and nightly shows with 7 00 and 7 45 starts. Eddie Lemons leads a line of comedians and acts including Dashing Danish and the Skyland Synchronizing Orchestra with Seals on sale Monday morning.
Rialto theater management announced the musical revue Dashing Timah will appear Tuesday after earlier cancellation. The act, from Sandusky, had been slated for Monday in the same venue.
Christmas cards this year mirror old customs with a tie and trinkets tied to St Nicholas on December 6. Wording hints at festive themes from King George, the Prince of Wales, and the Duke and Duchess of York shaping the era's greetings.
Fire officials issue holiday warnings urging caution with open flames and decorations to prevent fires. Do not use tinsel or paper products near candles, keep flammable materials away from Christmas trees, and ensure extinguishers and water are accessible. Large stores face inspections as officials stress removing dry trees and wrapping promptly to minimize risks.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a London wedding scene with references to St. George the Martyr Southwark and crossings near bridges. The passage mentions mistaken marriages, religious groups, and a prize from a Chicago event, but most details are garbled.
Unidentified man with a bullet wound lies in the rear seat of a stolen sedan abandoned near William Vance’s home. Neighbors heard the car parked and three bullets were found in the rear along with a pistol. Detectives suspect the man was preparing to shoot when killed. a shotgun stolen in a burglary is traced to William Rochkell’s Hamilton home.
Dec. 23 William Westerman, 35, of West Loch, Ohio, dies from injuries after an automobile collision tied to a theft. Vehicle stolen last night from Harry Lowenstein, merchant. Front sea of the auto noted in report, with accident injuries fatal to autoist Tiepin.
A Chronicle Telegram want page promotes earnings from posting ads. It touts quick returns for those who place notices, listings, or services, urging readers to submit copy and watch interest grow. Local merchants and individuals are invited to capitalize on the classified section.
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