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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1927
Page
3
McNary-Haugen farm relief measure clears the Senate after a long legislative effort. The session ends with the bill gaining approval, signaling action on agricultural assistance amid ongoing debates over relief programs and farm prices.
Cincinnati, Feb. 12 An unrelenting search has identified the murderers in the Sherrie Glardan case. Officials say the mystery killing on a rural road near Cincinnati is solved and the hold up bandits, who terrorized county roads with kidnapping and shooting, will be arrested. Peter Brown, 45, was summoned as Glardan’s escort the night of the murder. Subpoenas were issued for victims of the bandits.
Donald Edward Satyers four weeks old son of Mr and Mrs Edward Satyers Milan avenue died this morning at Ovelack after an operation. He was an only child. Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o clock conducted by Rev A C Ernst of St Peter's Evangelical church.
The page describes frantic activity and a tense buildup for a February 18 final event in Washington. Soldiers and workers resume duties after a disruption while gunfire marks a riot in Cleveland tied to a priest incident. Police suspect a broader outbreak following the shooting.
Detectives take suspects into custody shortly after a shooting incident at a restaurant. Daniel O'Donnell, owner, reports two groups began fighting in the establishment and when he tried to intervene both parties opened fire, injuring at least one person.
Senator Frank Willis of Ohio rejected Truax’s plea to back a relief bill as farmers’ needs were debated in Washington. Truax wired Oregon Senator McLary. Willis continued opposed, stating Truax lacks farmer backing and labeling Truax a Democrat ally. The measure faced resistance from the grain and state farm groups.
The fragment describes the assassination of a president figure and the chaotic scene. It notes the packed house, a sudden flash and fire, Booth’s approach, and confusion among witnesses. References to a flag fringe, a witness named Wit or Yad, and the widow of a person named foray are included in the unclear text.
Detroit newspaper report dated March 5 describes a grim case with a skull likely dug from a grave and found among belongings wrapped in a pipe. Names include Mrs James Sermoner and Mrs William Porter Witherow. police connect the suspect to prison terms in Ohio or England as investigators seek clues. The piece ends with a curious question about Valentine Babies.
Local bureau rally planned for Wednesday evening February 14 with Rowland, county farm extension agent, speaking on reorganizing club and farm bureau work. Thieves enter home on Eastern Heights. Maurer loses cash and a ladies’ diamond in white gold during a break in. Sheriff probes chicken thefts in Rain County. an arrest expected soon. Three building permits issued for garages on West Avenue Chestnut Street and Harwood Street.
Reported $1,000 in gold was recovered from a liner after crew members found parcels hidden in a dozen spots on the ship Darth Gere near San Pedro. The procedure involved crates at sea and redrawn routes from San Salvador to San Pedro, with the loot traced through banks in San Francisco.
Court proceedings disrupted today as tax offices faced closures. Citizens reported delays paying taxes at the courthouse causing many to leave without fulfilling obligations. Authorities indicated possible penalties and later motions to reopen the building.
Twenty persons escape unharmed after a perilous ice block ride along a shore. Witnesses describe boats, shanties, and a crowd watching as several individuals ride toward open water before returning to shore safely.
In Columbus Ohio on February 12 a campus program highlighted the influence of three Kenyan men on Abraham Lincoln's career. David Dests praised Lincoln's nomination at the Republican convention in Covaga, while Salmon P Chase and Edwin M Stanton were noted as prominent figures during the era.
Canton Ohio Feb 12 The first week of the trial of Ben Rudner millionaire bootlegger charged with the reprisal murder of Don R Mellitt crusading editor ends with the prosecution's framework deemed complete. Key witness Steve Kasehaus ties Rudner to Mellitt and claims Rudner hired him to kill the editor. Mrs Mellitt testifies to threats from the underworld and recounts July 16 night. The defense prepares to attack in cross examination and Rudner is set to testify after a long week.
Lehigh Valley Coal Company restarts operations in Wilkes Barre area with over twenty thousand idle miners due to market slack. About one thousand additional workers ordered back to duty as the winter program proceeds.
Pittsburgh Feb 12 jury verdict sequestered twelve men including Chief of Police William A Teens and ex cronstable Joseph Monnally of Monessen were found guilty today in a Prohibition era bootlegging case. The trial concluded after deliberations lasting a day with a scubal verdict returned last night and today.
A fragmentary report recounts an incident on Broadway where a tractor and items valued at $12 are involved. A patrol escort and local officials moved the vehicle to a yard for testing, with a warrant anticipated for further action.
Lisbon reports Mrs. Fred Morris, wife of the United States minister, narrowly escaped death during rebels bombardment of positions in Portugal. The incident occurred amid the revolution but the Carmon Government has yet to suppress it. Dearing communication with Washington reports damage to the location.
Markets report mixed livestock and grain activity across Cleveland and Toledo with hogs steady to firm, calves and sheep nominal, and poultry markets softening. Grain notes include scattered bids for wheat and oats, while Minneapolis grain shows unchanged prices and active shipments.
The piece discusses American and Allied naval disarmament ideas centered on French and British issues, including potential arms limits and economic terms. It notes U S relief from further loans, the Washington treaty framework, and Allied relations with France, Britain, and Japan amid debate over cruiser and submarine defenses.
An old Chronicle notice pitches the Telesram Want Page as a profitable advertising option. It promises quick responses from readers seeking goods or services, urging businesses to place value ads to reach a broad local audience.
Washington February 12. Dry enforcement plans to pass the prohibition reorganization measure and fund undercover work. Liinvoly Andrews says the change would divorce the organization from the Internal Revenue Bureau, simplify administration, and ensure a pure medicinal liquor supply. He doubts Congress will release the $500,000 undercover fund.
Readable remnants recall freight movement through town routes and a gas shortage prompting artificial gas plant talks. Legislative vote rights progress are noted alongside local events: bar association banquet, Lincoln Day observance, and civic hires. Ten Nights in a Bar Room drama prep and local judiciary, weather signals, and depot work also mentioned.
Congressm an A J Stephens of Cincinnati died at his North Inn home Ohio after a cancer battle. He served several terms in Congress and was set to begin a new term but could not take his seat. He was active in national guard work and the Sons of Veterans.
New York reports the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad seeks ICC authority to acquire control of the Erie and Pere Marquette lines. The plan suggests a Nickel Plate system with interlocking ownership among units. Objections about minority stockholder rights prompted a revised structure to address concerns.
Deputies enforced a new load limit of seven and a half tons for trucks on highways. Four arrests occurred on the Oberlin and Norwalk road, including R. Michael Cleveland H. Baldwin Detroit J. Diazul and B. Roehl Detroit. All were cited for overloads and fined 25 dollars and costs, except H Baldwin with over fifteen tons fined 59 dollars and costs.
Elyria Board of Trade re elected T. Moise as president at a Newell hotel meeting. L. Ti. Iglaner named vice president and A. J. Robinson treasurer. Four of five new directors sworn in. L. Fauver absent. Executives named include Max Colistein J. B. Johnson George Stow and Dan Symons. Association plans six associate members to join for a one year term. W. W. West nominated and elected to fill a vacancy on the board.
Painesville O Feb 12 Nearly 1600 delegates attended the Northeastern Ohio Parent Teachers Association session the largest yet with wide representation across sixteen counties Kenmore led cities with eighteen delegates Permilia Shields of Cleveland public health discussed Are Parents Teachers and health topics EB Wendel of Lakewood spoke on preparing children for the school year The event included a luncheon and reports from county chairmen under state department oversight
State Prohibition Director McDonald announced no new hires to fill three inspector posts left vacant after resignations. One inspector remains unassigned to northern Ohio while Lorian County and Sandusky will be covered by J L Price of Columbus under Lorain office. McDonald stressed Price is not a successor and no intention to fill the vacancies now.
Washington Feb 12 The McNary-Haugen farm relief bill pushed through the Senate 47 to 39 and heads to the House for action. Leaders expect action Monday or Tuesday with hopes to send it to President Coolidge, who is widely assumed to veto. House farm leaders claim a 40 vote margin for passage. many Southern senators oppose the bill over the cotton equalization provision.
Mezutek and daughter with Mrs. Weinmiller from North Olmsted attended the Cleveland Food Show. Fay Loughbon is seriously ill with pleuro-pneumonia. Mrs. Radic Chapman from Flyria cares for her. Mrs Atchison Crowell visited the Tecker family in Cleveland. Ig2t Weil AU attended the Farmers Institute in Columbia. BR Martin drove to Columbus and back Thursday. Mrs. Mime Cooking returned from a two week visit with her daughter in Elsha. Hare’s return to Michigan after visiting Dare. Meantime talk of Me Grange plans with Miss Molir and Elmer Fullmer among others for school and Grange music. The Grange drill follows. Parent-Teacher Association meeting set for Tuesday March 2. Florence LeGaske to discuss Youth Growth for Young Vhood. Invitation extended to community to attend.
Came ron Pleas Judge Thompson grants divorce to Amanuel Jaca Sprigeel from Frances Folson Sprigeel on grounds of gross neglect of duty. Proceedings noted as final in the domestic relations docket.
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