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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1926
Page
2
Oberlin council met to authorize the purchase of a Fordson combination street cleaner and snow blower. City Manager Donald Herrick spearheaded the move to improve snow removal and walk clearing, with a new policy holding citizens responsible for their own walks.
Public opinion favored following the clear walks ordinance rather than drastic actions against citizens. The council meeting was brief, with routine business and approval of bills by the manager. The article also details Lincoln and Washington birthday celebrations by the Woman's Relief Corps and Grand Army, a piano recital by Professor Rebel Johnson, and an Oberlin College weekend alumni program with various speakers and events.
Amateur vaudeville circus by Oberlin College varsity club takes place at Finney Chapel Feb 18 at 7 30 pm. Acts include the Midget Tumblera the Men’s Building String Trio Three Rounds of Slams and Punches Poultry Harmony The Drunken Brothers The O Club Mule and Jerry Garber and his Cleveland Orchestra Intermission features Santa Claus and a highlight titled Springs and Falls plus the Honor Pledge.
Members of the T M T M Club will host a dance in Rowlands Hall on February 19 at 7:30. The event invites attendees to enjoy an evening of socializing and music.
About 150 people attended an illustrated lecture by Professor Frederick B. Artz on Paranesi and the Cult of Roman Ruins using lantern slides to show the 18th century etcher's spirit. The American Legion Auxiliary held a meeting and initiated three members, with a social hour afterward. Local florists filled 180 Valentine telegraph orders, most to students. Next Tuesday the Legion and Auxiliary plan Washington's birthday programs with Rev. Ketchum and Rev. Starrett as speakers. Miss Dorothy Harley of N Pleasant visits Genoa, Ohio, with her aunt.
A crude fake holdup and murder plot aimed at a husband is reported. The account reflects sensational crime details and questions the motives behind the staged deed. The piece notes accompanying context about criminal schemes and societal reactions.
An advertisement touts Allenrhy Special Formula No. 2 capsules from C W Phillips as a cure for neuritis and other painful conditions. It claims rapid relief within 24 hours and eventual banishment of pain, insisting the product contains no dope and is suitable for rheumatoid arthritis and scade nerve pathy.
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