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The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1920

Page

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Allies Demand Extradition Of German War Crims

Allied powers press list of about 896 Germans charged with war crimes, demanding surrender for trial in France Belgium Italy Poland Roumania and Serbia. Holland refuses any extradition without direct German government action and awaits court decision on the exiled prince. Ambassadors meet in The Hague discussing the crisis and possible German cooperation.

Associated Press Paris Englands France Belgium Italy Poland Roumania Serbia Holland Ger Ormer Diederich Witham Hague Kaiser Tolland Kolland

Chamber of Commerce names officers at annual meeting

Clarence Gry Edgar Mevarthy Dan Hartson Pace Fa and C W Philips among new officers. Broad Street druggist Philips elected president, J Johnson named vice president, and several others named to the board of directors. Remarks praised past work, with thanks to retiring president J Crisp and secretary Howenstein.

Fi Wah Tanheh John McKilles Simon Henderson Arthur Bounteerstle Cringe Kreaverley Puck Oy Clarence Gry Edgar Mevarthy Dan Hartson C W Philips Broad Street Chamber of Commerce IB Johnson Lorain County Electric Co C IZ Blanchard JJ Cronin H J Edwards Geo W Philpott Oscar Haserodt L H Webber F O Wilford J ¢ Cilsp Prioto Crisp Chamber Howenstein Secetary Allness Aote Mir Crisp

TANKS MAY GET DOLLAR A DAY SERVICE BONUS

War talk centers on a one dollar daily bonus for each day of service for tanks with opposition suggesting Congress would not approve. A House committee chair and members discuss cost estimates and proposed funding via bonds and a possible five percent sales tax to cover the bonus.

Congress House Indiears Joseph Torney Liembeis Mofimi Asauen Sare Meins

Backed Cox Boom For President Says Anti Prohibition Leaders

Reports from Pittsburgh and others say Governor James Cox of Ohio would be backed for president by anti prohibition factions. They warn that wets gaining strength could push dry Democrats like Cov and Pomerene to the April primary, with Wheeler threatening to oppose any candidate on liquor lines.

Washington James WooCox Rata Ohio Mmerene Cov Pomerene Wayne B Wheeler Leagne Rmer Hig Charce Tsburkh

Seeks Heirs to Distribute Large Estate

Eb Clayton Sheffield administrator presents a probate petition for the estate of Mrs Wertum. He reports cash on hand and asks the court to assign shares to rightful heirs, noting Mrs Merriam and her husband died without issue while siblings and grandchildren may be involved. The goal is to distribute the fortune according to law.

Wertum Clayton Sheffield Merriam

Elyria Real Estate Appraisal Hearing Prompted Tax Valuation

Lorain County commissioners approved a revaluation of Elyria and Avon Lake real estate for tax purposes. A hearing was held with no objections filed and no prior notice published, leading to public confusion and protests from residents about the increased property values.

Avon Lake Civen Lclyria

Gunman hunt for labor feud murderers spurs arrests

Police tracked a gunman linked to a labor feud shooting that killed Virighta wife and wounded a man. Witnesses described a car slowing, two shots fired, and the assailant fleeing. Within hours suspects including feudists and workers were arrested.

Hunt Charo Chan Inmiurit Natorio Gorimas Jun van Men” Laure Luright Chicago Neo The Plumbers Union

Boy Scouts Observe Tenth Anniversary Observance Planned

The Boy Scouts of America mark ten years since incorporation on February 8 1910 with Good Turn Week activities. Scouts urged to attend church services cooperate locally and wear emblem pins indicating pledge to perform good turns. Local churches Rotary Kiwanis Welfare groups urged to promote the effort and notify the council at headquarters.

Ameria Boy Scouts of America Seelu Roture Kiwanis and Boy Scnata of America McOa Gur Boy Scouts

Fourth Canine On West Side Shot Today

Police shot and killed a mad dog on West River Street marking the fourth such incident in the area. Authorities urge dog owners to keep pets confined or face possible muzzling or broader dog destruction to protect the public amid the cold weather outbreak.

West Side

Hunters Were Tonight Meeting for Lorain County Fish and Game

Lorain County Fish and Game members convened at the Chamber of Commerce this evening to discuss future welfare of the club. A fall attendance is desired as the gathering addressed considerable business of interest to members and the community.

Lorain County Fish & Game Eivh Chamber of Commerce

Directory Shows Sixty Per Cent Population Gain

New city directory lists a population of 24 588 up 60 percent since 1910 when census counted 14 518. The document highlights growth despite no change in official population since 1910.

Bolshevism and Democracy Identical Declares Speaker

Harry F Atwood told about two hundred Chamber of Commerce members that the American constitution is sacred and inspired. He blamed postwar chaos on departure from the constitution and urged a return to republican government, arguing democracy is autocracy and republic represents the people.

Harry F Atwel Chamber of Merce Heales Dechua Alain Spesker Harry F. Atwood Cham Alexander Time Hamilton James Madison Russia Hamilton Oles

Two Die as Irish Riots Erupt in Limerick

Two people died in Limerick after Monday night clashes between demonstrators and an armed military patrol and constabulary. Richard Woliver was killed during the disturbance and Lena Johnegan, a young woman wounded by a shot, died yesterday.

Associated Press Limerick Ireland Richard Woliver Lena Johnegan

Slim Assembly Faces Tax Debate and Tight Majority

The narrow majority in the state assembly struggles over a proposed constitutional amendment to tax policy. A three-fifths vote is needed in each chamber, with opposition calls for adjournment while leaders fear giving the governor leverage. The reform would allow income tax by net income and cap property tax under a uniform rule, with possible district levies by voter majorities.

Umbat House of Representatives Todass Loweyer

Railroads in Deadlock Over Wage Demands

Associated Press reports the federal railroad wage talks continued with no agreement. Director General Hines has offered several counter proposals, rejected by the employees. Union leaders discuss a united conference stance as officials press for concrete substitutes in Washington negotiations.

Associated Prena Thraad Hines Offielala Washington Railroad Administration

Vote on Gas Franchise Arguments and Ballot Forms

The Chronicle Telegram prints two arguments on the gas franchise issue by Attorney Ro H Rice and the gas company. Readers are urged to study both sides and vote using ballots printed below with options for current franchise, the proposed franchise, or a higher rate.

Ro H Rice Hare Chronicle-Telegram Chronicle Telegram

Gas Company Arguments On Rate Increase Challenged

A city council debate exposes the Gas Company’s stance on a proposed graduated rate. Citizens argue the present franchise is binding, call for gas conservation, and accuse the company of delaying development to force higher prices.

Gas Company Venetis Theo Tompan Elilim Eae Ras Elyria Loremaya Wellington Dias Ely Tia

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