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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1929

Page

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Mays Fate in Hands of Jury Deliberations End in Evening

Lorain man William May faced a manslaughter charge in the October 21 death of William J. Clark. A seven man and five woman jury began deliberations at 9:51 AM, heard closing arguments, and resumed after lunch. Judge W. B. Thompson instructed the panel on the standard of proof beyond a reasonable doubt.

William May Lorain William J. Clark W. B. Thompson Don W. Myers Wiliam Mayr Clark Myers Mayr Charles Adams Adams

Mother Is Dead Twelve Hours After Daughter Weds

In Cincinnati Ohio a wedding and a death occurred within twelve hours at the home of Municipal Judge William LD Alexander. Elizabeth Afenander, 36, died early today after a yearlong illness. Her daughter Catherine married Hugh PF Johnsen, professor of Mathematics at Western Kentucky Normal College, Bowling Green. The ceremony followed the daughter’s nuptials and the mother’s death occurred moments after the event.

Cincinnati William LD. Alexander Elizabeth Afenander Catherine Hugh PF. Johnsen Western Kentucky Normal College Bowling Green Alexander

Rev A E Piper Seeks Pastoral Roles Across Cities

When Rev A E Piper was 21 he finished seminary in Dennington New Jersey and after college joined the Philadelphia Annual Conference. He served at St Matthews and Calgary Philadelphia First Methodist Wilkes-Barre Emory Pittsburgh and Cleveland churches. He later led 63 Northeast Ohio churches as district superintendent traveling 12000 miles yearly before returning to Ly ria East as pastor of the First M and church. He and his wife live at 306 East Avenue Patronage. He enjoys books poetry typography and fishing and played third base for the Dominican baseball team in seminary.

A. E. Piper Dennington New Jersey Philadelphia The Methodist Episcopal Church St. Matthew’s Calgary First Methodist Wilkes-Barre Emory Bjttaburgh First Methodist Cleveland Northeast Ohio Llyria East Piper Method East Avenue Doeminte

U S ambassador to Berlin resigns amid Hoover move

Washington Dec 27 Jacob Gould Schurman ambassador to Berlin has resigned and his resignation accepted by President Hoover, according to United Press. In New Philadelphia Ohio 83 year old William T Alberson, former postmaster and Ohio Building manager at the 1893 Chicago fair, died today after a paralysis stroke two years ago. He earlier owned the Daily Times and edited several papers. survived by two daughters.

U.S Berlin Washington Jacob Gould Schurman Hoover United Press Ohio New Philadelphia William T. Alberson Wilson Alberson Daily Times Ashland Press Mansfield Shield Coshocton

Farm Board Unconcerned by Grain Merchants Opposition

Washington December 27 The Federal Farm Board showed no worry about opposition from private grain commission merchants to its cooperative marketing policy. Chairman Alexander Legge told members of the American Farm Economic Association in session here today.

Farm Board Washington Federal Farm Board Private Grain Commission Alexander Legge American Farm Economic Assn

Tunney Awarded Judgment In Breach Of Promise Suit

Gene Tunney won judgment today in Bridgeport against Mrs. Katherine W. Fogarty who sought 500000 dollars for alleged breach of promise. The suit was unopposed and Judge Carl Foster ruled for Tunney in his counter suit.

Zanesville Man to Get State Post Arras

Albert T. Connor of Zanesville, Republican and longtime county official, will be appointed state director of public works to succeed Democrat Richard T. Wisda. The one year term aligns with the state constitution. Connor has served as Muskingum county engineer and deputy engineer, and is a member of the county board of commissioners.

Albert T. Connor Zanesville Richard T. Wisda United Press Connor Muskingum

Nay Draegert Near Death in Elyria Clinic

Nay Draegert 27 of West loth Street, premier Triple A pitcher for Sigma City, lay near death at the Elyria Clinic after a fractured nose led to a collapsed nasal septum and deadly infection. Doctors said a thrombosis of the cavernous sinus left only hours to live, with transfusions failing to stem the tide.

Nay Draegert West Loth St Sigma City Oun Ama Draegert Elyria Clinic Caverenong Carl Draegert Ray Cleveland Hye Elyria

Snow Removal Scrapers Aid Downtown Streets Cleanup

Above freezing conditions helped clear snow and ice from downtown. Scrapers worked overnight and were still in use today to push the accumulation back to the curb, said the service director.

Anniversary of Melvin Horst Mystery Shocks Orrville

Orrville marks the first anniversary of Melvin Horst’s disappearance after leaving home with a toy dump-cart near Christmas last year. Prosecutors say 1001 tips failed to locate him. his parents keep faith alive with the same Christmas tree.

Oarville China Melvin Lorst Hone- Ward Enemin Wayne County Ma]rion & Craven Walter J. Maughey Melvin Melgin Raymond Horst Horst Flag Arnold Arthur Junior Hanna Arnold Elias Arnold S

Youth Confesses To Stabbing Woman

A 13 year old runaway boy, pale and shivering in a sheepskin coat, confessed to stabbing Mrs. Pe Mae Young, 26, as she walked near her home. Detectives found him in a downtown lodging house after the escape and the two boys had planned a robbery. The blade penetrated the spinal area but clothing likely limited harm.

Toledo Pe Mae Young Detective Bureau

Bank robber escapes with 6000 after Inland City heist

A lone gunman hid in a Cleveland bank overnight and forced stenographer Sissy Bell to open the vault, fleeing with 6000 after binding and gagging workers. Jani tor Fred Knapp was forced to open the vault and was restrained. Patrolman Nation witnessed the escape as four men waited in a sedan. Descriptions vary. the suspect is about 30, last seen in a dark outfit. In a separate item, three parking violations were issued Thursday, with two tags for overtime and one for no lights.

Cleveland City Savings and Loam Company Reboer Fred L. Knapp Knapp Sissy Elsie Bell Knapa James Nation Seyings Oan Offee Miss Bell

Slippery Highways Prompt County-Wide Snow Cleanup

Lorain county trustees were authorized to clear township roads and bill the county as county road crews focus on main routes. Two heavy snowfalls this month left many roads slick despite moderate temperatures. Officials warn motorists to drive carefully as freezing conditions persist and colder weather is expected.

Lorain County

Famous Dentist Found Dead In Cleveland Home

Dr. Herbert W. Harvey a 73 year old dentist and former first professor of operative dentistry at Western Reserve University Dental School was found dead of heart disease in his Stockbridge apartments Cleveland. He was nationally known as an inventor of pain alleviating dental appliances.

Cleveland Herbert W. Harvey Stockbridge Apartments Dental School of Western Reserve University

Another Home Quarantined For Scarlet Fever Citywide

Sanitary Police Officer Frank H. Whiams quarantined another scarlet fever case this morning, raising city totals to three active scarlet fever cases and twelve quarantines. Eight quarantines are for chicken pox and one for measles.

Frank H. Whiams Tals

Car 5KID8 Driver Hart William Meyers In Accident

William Meyers nephew of Canton Meyers of the Elyria police force was taken to Elyria Clinic for treatment after his automobile skidded into a ditch on Abbey Thad about eight miles north of Cleveland road. The accident occurred at about 8 o'clock.

Hart Wiliam Meyers Cantain Meyers Elyria Elyria Clinic Abbey Thad Abount Ai Mille Cleveland Road

Yuletide Illumination Contest Awards Announced by Judges

Judges visited homes last evening and awarded first to Tir W H Hull 303 Eastern Heights Boulevard second to Mrs E P Clement 119 Grace Court and third to J B Thomas 122 Columbus Street The Chronicle Telegram sponsored event offered 25 09 the second prize 15 00 and third 10 90 The contest celebrated exterior lighting with artistry and Christmas illumination across most city sections amid snowy scenery and festive displays

Tir W. H. Hull Eastern Heights Boulevard E. P. Clement Grace Court J. B. Thomas Columbus Street Mary Francis Squire H.C. Stevens George Chamberslain Chronicle-Telegram

Crisis Looms in India Demand for Independence

United Press dispatch from Calcutta reports Gandhi joining Extremists to demand complete independence. Lahore heeding Swaraj as absolute rule, with passive resistance as tax refusal and boycott. Sailendra Nath Ghose notes danger of violence as Congress moves to declare full separation from Britain.

India United Press Calcutta Mahatma Gandhi Congress Lahore Legislative Assembly Birtish Sailendra Ghose United States

President Hoover Faces a New Year of Problems

Washington reports President Hoover faces numerous domestic and foreign challenges in 1930. Prohibition enforcement, tariff policy, naval limits, and government reorganization top the agenda, with the London naval conference looming and France Italy and Japan shaping disarmament talks. Hoover assembles a strong delegation, while domestic efforts target enforcement gaps, stock-market fallout, and a wide program of legislation to stabilize the economy.

Washington Hoover America London Hoaver MacDonald Great Britain Senate Jeader Japan France League of Nations Italy Prent Hoorver Congress Aes

Hearing on Road Project Before Commissioners

Adjourned hearing on damages for the county taking of Lincoln road in Sheffield township Stop 48 Hlyrfal o rain road. If taken over the road must be widened requiring additional right of way acquisition by the county.

Lincoln Road County Commissioners Foray Hlyrfal Orain Road Sheffield Township

Indian move toward independence gains headway at Lahore

Calcutta Dec 27 The Indian National Congress working committee backed Gandhi's resolution defining Swaraj as full independence and endorsing boycott of legislative bodies. Gandhi Nehru and Bose urged a round table with Britain, while Lord Irwin promoted dominion status and a Delhi conference. The shift drew mixed reactions and the page continues.

Calcutta India Indian National Congress Lahore Great Britain Congress Mahatma Gandhi Gandhi Lord Irwin Delhi London House of Lords Jawaharlal Nehru Ansurance England Chandra Bose Bengal Makime Teg IntNo i

Roof Blaze At Old Power House In Cleveland

Firemen blamed a fuse set by vagrants for a roof fire at the abandoned Cleveland Southwestern Railway Company power house off Oberlin Toa. The brick building with slate roof suffered minor damage as sparks set wooden rafters. Hose Company No. 2 and Engine Company No. 9 fought the blaze using six gallons of chemicals. part of the roof was torn down and water was not needed.

Hous Nr Cleveland Southwestern Railway Company Oberlin Toa Hose Company No. To and Engine Company No

Bank Robbers Flee Into Woods After Killing Bank President

In Kentucky near Smiths Grove an Oakl and bank robbery ended with the bank president’s death as bandits fled on foot. An airplane was summoned from Louisville to aid the search near Hays Woods where a armed posse earlier scoured dawn patrols. Deputies hope the trio may have holed out and kept fires burning to mislead pursuers.

Smith’s Grove Louisville Hays Oakland Sherif T. L. Ferguson

Lowman Defends Coast Guard Shooting in Niagara River

Assistant Treasury Secretary Seymour Lowman defended the Buffalo coast guard crew’s fatal firing on a rum runner in the Niagara River. He said six blank shots preceded live fire aimed to disable the motor. a wounded Lugene F. Downey Jr. died at Emergency Hospital. No liquor found, but ample time to dump contraband before the boat fled. The case was turned over to U.S. District Attorney Templeton at Buffalo for full inquiry.

Washington Treasury Seymour Lowman Buffalo Coast Guard Niagara River Eugene F. Downes, Jr Lowman Downey Coast Coast Guard Rum Ranger Lugene F. Downey, Jr U.S Templeton Suffalo

Lost and Found items listed in Classifieds 5

Saint Lady s Wrist Watch Tas Fox Terms EH Graduation Ring Sum of Money Bunch of Keys Daddy s Glove Names scattered through the Chroni cle Telegram listings outline items lost or found. Call 4413 or 4403 to recover valuables as advertised in today s classified columns.

Chronicle-Telegram Daddy

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Mays Ray Draegert Nay Draegers J. T. Faweete Hort Ghat WN Bank BETO Cara Terest Christe Mas Thea Helting Sailendra Nath Ghose New York Sundar Mahatma Crandhi Mr. Hoover Old Power House Alwas Ademi
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