Turmoil rises as Smyrna actions spark naval dispute
London reports a French destroyer may have been sunk by Turkish fort gunfire off Smyrna. Constantinople says Turkey refuses to revoke orders expelling foreign warships from Smyrna and Ismid harbors. Angora quotes the decision as irrevocable. Paris officers question report, while fighting in western Thrace leaves 17 Greeks dead and 1060 wounded as Bulgarians and Turks push for autonomous rule.
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Man Cleared in Court as Brothers Assault Accompanies
John Srednicki of Lorain was acquitted of incest charges yesterday. After the verdict, he left the courtroom where his stepfather and Stella Alexander’s cousin Stanley Ischner attacked him near Mil meeting. Officers arrested the assailants on disorderly conduct charges. bonds set at $500 each. Stella Alexander witnessed the assault and warned of gossip and retaliation.
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Lorain
Ernoon
Ednicki
Mil ‘Eet
Robert Alexander
3Na Alexander
Stanley Ischner
Own
Idnicki
Stall
Stella Alexander
Jones
Vinicki
Viness
Nicki
Police Guard Jewels in New York Blaze
In New York on February 14, twenty policemen and many workers guard a pile of debris at 41-53 Maiden Lane after a six story building housing jewelers and silversmiths burned. An estimated two million dollars in gems remains buried beneath the ruins as firefighters salvage the site and protect exposed safes.
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Tventy
Maiden Lane
Asix
Mrs McLoud Assault Case Shocks Pine Street Home
Police responded to a Pine Street scene when a woman reported a man assaulting her. Mrs McLoud, a redheaded resident, was struck with a poker and hospitalized with a head wound. McLoud faced assault and battery charges in court. The home reportedly housed frequent male visitors and a tense atmosphere. Mayor Jane fined McLoud ten dollars plus costs. Mrs McLoud was ordered to leave town by next Monday.
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Grave of James Jones Opens. No Jewels Found
New York reports the grave of James Jones, sailor, at the national cemetery in Brooklyn was opened. No jewels worth $4,000,000 were found. only Jones' body remained after a thorough examination of the coffin and clothing. The guard was withdrawn and officials announced the investigation's results.
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James Jones
National Cemetery
Brooklyn
Jones
Hugh Gallagher
Settlement reached in The International I. T. 8 case
The case of The International I. T. 8, Co. against Joseph Dubi ended today after a conference. Plaintiffs and defendants reported a settlement with the plaintiff agreeing to pay costs and the jury was discharged. Mrs. Katherine Miller of 399 East Broad Street fell on her porch yesterday morning and fractured her thigh bone. she was taken to Memorial Hospital for treatment.
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Katherine Miller
Eaat ‘Broad Street
Yenteraay
Memorial Hospital
Spirit of Golden Rule Should Animate Both Labor and Capital Asserts Bishop Joseph Schrembs
Bishop Joseph Schrembs of Cleveland urged good will in all human conduct at an Open Forum in Elyria. He emphasized the church’s role in supporting labor and industry, noting both Catholic and Protestant churches have spoken in favor of labor, especially in recent years. He recalled a past Community campaign visit to Elyria and warned against war’s lingering threat, calling for constant effort toward understanding and cooperation.
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Cleveland
Jones
B. M. O'Donnell
Schrembs
W. G. Fisk
Oberlin Theological Seminary
Elyria
Murders Scene Near Geneva Deepens Mystery
Police weigh three theories in the nude mutilation death of a man found in a Geneva area grave, shot twice and dismembered. Clues include an abandoned car, two assailants, and a bid to erase fingerprints. an inquest was set for Geneva. Separately at Lodi, Louis Berkowits of Paterson was shot in an apparent bootlegger killing while riding in a car.
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Anffort
Geneva
Robert Johnson
Rand
Janet
Lodi
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Louis Berkowits
Paterson
Reopen Case of Police Chief's Offspring in Lorain
The State's case against Howard Walker, son of Lorain Police Chief Theodore Walker, for grand larceny in stealing J F Burke's automobile, is reopened in police court. Walker sought a police court hearing, not grand jury, with Mayor Jones granting the request. The case is set for Tuesday at 9 AM, with Bernard Herrin expected to be brought from hospital for arraignment on the same charge.
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Theodore Walker
Lorain
J.F. Burke
Young Walker
Grand Jury
Jones
Bernard Herrin
Walker
Reorganization Plan Calls for Radical Government Reform
Washington February 14 the plan for a radical reorganization of federal agencies proposes a new Department of Public Welfare and consolidation of war and navy into a National Defense Department. The plan, drafted by Walter F Brown for President Harding, faces cabinet debates but gains the president and cabinet support. It would shift prohibition enforcement to the justice department, move the bureau of markets to commerce, and place public lands under interior. The plan awaits joint committee review and eventual bill drafting, though congressional acceptance is uncertain.
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Rise of Cleveland Financier Probe Tops City News
Josiah Kirby known as the wizard of finance was summoned to the office of Prosecuting Attorney Edward C. Stanton for a conference on the Cleveland Discount Company. He resigned as president Monday night amid growing questions about the firm’s affairs.
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Josiah Kirby
Edward C. Stanton
Cleveland Discount Company
Northwest Hit by Severe Blizzard From Cold Wave
A roaring cold wave and high winds sweep the Midwest and Great Lakes. Cities report treetop debris, downed wires, and awnings torn as temperatures plunge to the teens and single digits. Deadly conditions spread from Illinois to Ohio with multiple fatalities and widespread travel disruption. Seattle? No. This item notes Minneapolis Fond du Lac Chicago Toledo Indianapolis and Washington weather bulletins predicting continued cold and snow.
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Unknown Lorain Man Identified by Daughter in Death Scene
The unidentified man found dying in Lorain yesterday has been identified by his daughter Mary Pavokiv of the Thomas Hotel as Frank Selala. She says she had not seen him since the day before he was killed. Coroner Perry plans a post mortem, unsure of whether death came from an automobile strike or murder. Autopsy scheduled for this afternoon.
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Mary Pavokiv
Thomas
Frank Selala
Perry
Tog
Record Flight From Dayton Aims For 200 MPH Speed
Dayton February 14 Lieutenant BR Hegensberger of McCook Field piloted the craft with observer navigator M. and Short. They departed Dayton at 10:20 a m to push a Dayton Langley Field Virginia leg of 411 air miles. The mission seeks a sustained 200 miles per hour by using a 7Bmile wind at 5500 feet.
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Langley Field
Jessie Nagy Faces Penitentiary Term for Liquor Sale
Jessie Nagy appeared before Mayor Jones on a charge of selling liquor to Frank Sisson, a third offense that could send her to the penitentiary. She pleaded not guilty, claiming she refused Sisson but later provided a glass of wine. police allege she sold liquor to others as well. The Nagy family, long violators of liquor laws, has prior convictions leading to Sam Nagy’s penitentiary sentence.
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Frank Sisson
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Sam Nagy
Minimum Wage Fight and Ohio Labor Amendments
Newton Baker telegram endorses the fight for the minimum wage. The Bing school attendance law would be amended to let 10 to 14 year olds work in agriculture up to seven hours daily. Senate backs the house on the Gordon padlock bill to close repeat liquor nuisances for a year.
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J. F. Burke
Newton Baker
House School Committee
Hardin County
House
Senate
Ohio
Samuel J. Boyd Dies Suddenley in Community
Samuel J. Boyd, 65, died suddenly at 7:30 after only a few days of illness. Survived by sister Mrs. R. E. Jackson of this city and brother Wm. F. Boyd of Steubenville, Ohio. Funeral Friday at 2 p.m. from the home of Dr. and Mrs. R. E. Jackson, 420 Park Avenue, with Dr. Edwin Kirby officiating. Burial at Ridgelawn.
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Boyd
R. E. Jackson
Wm. F. Boyd
Steubenville
Park Avenue
Edwin Kirby
M. EB. Church
Ridgelawn
One Dead Five Hurt In Coal Mine Accident
A February 14 cave in at the Franklin County Coal Company mine in Benton, Lil. traps six miners. Mike Miller, 45, died. five others were seriously hurt while workers were placing new props when coal fell.
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Franklin County Coal Company
Mike Miller
Blaze Kills Four Children in Pine City Farmhouse
A fire in Pine City Minnesota destroyed the Gibbs farm. four children perished and the mother escaped by leaping from a second story window with a four year old. The blaze trapped the family as a blizzard raged and medical help was delayed. An overheated stove caused the fire.
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Minn
M. George Gibbs
Mitsola
Sam Anspacher Dies Suddenly in Detroit
Sam L. Anspatcher died suddenly in Detroit at the State hotel. Undertaker E G Jenkins and Grade Thomas will bring the body to Elyria. Mrs Auspacher and two children reside at 620 West Avenue. Funeral services are set for Friday at 2 PM in Jenkins parlors Second Street, conducted by the Elyria Commandery Knights Templar.
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State Hotel
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E. G. Jenkins
Grade Thomas
Auspacher
West Avenue
Chicago
Masterton Home Burglarized by Local Suspects
A morning report notes the home of William in Grace Court was burglarized on December 25. Police kept details quiet while hoping to catch local suspects who were described as local talent. Stolen items include a gentleman's watch, plain gold ring, fountain pen, sterling silver mirror and brush, and a cigarette case. Toledo incident report mentions a fatal day in February.
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