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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1928

Page

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Band Slotted Machines Banters County Action Across Lorain

Lorain officials moved to ban slot machines after a meeting led by Baird and supported by Major Staaden and Theodore Walker. The decision targets gambling devices deemed a temptation to youths and claims to protect public welfare. Downtrodden machines in the county face removal by March with enforcement avoiding if not compliant.

DL AL Baird Bealing Mater Jagies Hewitt Tavia J. Staaden Lerain Po Hem Chyel J. Standard Lv CIA Theodore Walker Lorain Donna Brandie Rome Bairdis Shem Eo

Hunt Escapes Bonus In Chicago

In Chicago a large manhunt for convicts wanted in the murder of two Indian deputy sheriffs continues. Authorities traced a clue to a shipment linked to Renton timber then halted at an American railway office where two men identified the fugitives Sam Barter and Korus.

Chicago Sherifs Pendleton Chiccago Sam Barter Korus Renton

Fine records for intoxication cases in poker court

John Monroe of Furnace Street was fined $5 and costs after pleading guilty to intoxication in poker court. Covert Tip of Gates AWM also paid $5 and costs after pleading guilty to the same offense.

John Monroe Furnace Street Monroe Covert Tipgins Gates Awm Wad

May Consider Delayed Bids For Sewage Plant

Officials led by Major James Allewitz and Director John Eldt discussed a possible postponement of bids for the sewage disposal plant. Ambiguity remained on bid opening timing with state officials noting potential delay of about three weeks as crews assess material and site conditions.

James Allewitz John N. Eldt Cleveland Welday

Rainbow Gardens to Open With Auto Show by Mayor Hewitt

The Rainbow Gardens will be opened with a motor show by Mayor Jas A. Hewitt amid a snow wall display. Ten automobile dealers will present the latest car models and accessories, offering demonstrations and educational features for motorists.

Jas A. Hewitt Moss

Streitenberger Testimony Barred in Canton Murder Trial

In Canton this trial week, judge Williard Innes barred the testimony of key witness Fiord Streitenberger. Prosecutors vow to press on with a direct verdict or acquittal while Lengel and co-defendants face a possible jury decision after the weekend.

Lisbon Fet Timony Fiord Streitenberger Williard Innes Yesteriday Saraans A. Lencei Henry W. Hatter, Jr Lengel Ag Canton Dean R. Mellett Mellett Canton Daily News F. Rollin Hahn Youngstown Jones Ula

Leviathan Behemoth Grounds In Mud Bank Reaches Port Under Power

The Leviathan liner grounded off the Brambles mud bank near Southampton on Feb 17 before freeing itself and reaching port under its own power. Passengers report engines stopping and attempts by tugs failing, with the ship afloat within about 45 minutes according to Capt. Harold A. Cunningham.

Southampton Eng Leviathas Haga Wibers Alea United States von Ellen Pasion Ke Oller Boston Cunningham New ‘York United States ‘Lines Brambles

Four Scarlet Fever Cases Reported in Flyria Area

Report notes four scarlet fever cases in Flyria with a small outbreak of whooping cough and several measles and chickenpox cases. An official says the disease is on the decline and scarlet fever may wane.

Flyria Frack Williams Beliaves

Lindbergh’s Test Flight Halfway Interrupted by Motor Trouble

Charles A Lindbergh’s test flight over his old mail route was halted in Springfield when his monoplane suffered motor trouble. He arrived shortly before noon with passengers Frank H. Robertson and Thomas Nelson. Lindbergh planned to familiarize himself with the route before flying as air mail pilot on Monday and Tuesday.

Springfield Charles A Lindbergh Lindbergh St Louis St. Louis Peoria Chicago Lindbereh Frank H. Robertson St. Louis Air Mai Company Thomas Nelson Wait

I Wooster Orator Wins Honors

Wooster, O February 1 Edmund de Transka Wooster college student won first honors in the state collegiate oratorical contest held there last night. He received 25 dollars and the right to participate in the divisional finals leading to the national contest. Charles Le Galler Heidelberg college won second place. Contestants from Wittenders Ohio Wesleyan Baldwin Wallace Otterbein Hiram and Muskingum colleges also participated.

Wooster Edmund de Transka Wooster College Natonal Charles le Galler Weidelberg College Wittenders Ohio Wesleyan Baldwin-Wallace Otterbein Hiram Muskingum Lolleges

Third Empty Ballot Box Found in Pittsburgh Ward

A third empty ballot box was found during the senatorial recount in the Wilson Ware election contest. The box appeared rifled and surfaced from the thirteenth division, seventh ward of Pittsburgh, following two prior discoveries in local wards.

Penna Washington Pittsburgh

Illinois coal probe urged by McCormick for relief plan

McCormick of Chicago urged President Coolidge to extend the Johnson coal investigation to Illinois stating widespread suffering and destitution. She submitted a district distribution plan and proposed methods to address coal shortages.

Shies Uton Vmnth Hacoa

Expert Predicts Series Of Quakes

A noted seismologist predicts a sequence of earthquakes starting in Alaska and Mexico with Italy and Africa to follow. The forecast cites powerful quakes beginning Sunday night, with minor tremors in Alaska and North America before a dramatic surge around month end and into February 27.

Farnz Italy Alaskha Mevco Jucavad Thals Vrof Bendanni Beudandi Vara Alaska

Two Fliers And Pedestrian Killed In Macon Crash

In Macon Georgia on February 18 an airplane crashed into a business street killing two aviators Bud Steel and Francis Asher and a pedestrian. Several others were injured as the plane dropped paper bombs on the crowd during the Macon air derby before entering a fatal spin.

Wlevun Macon

Pythians to Celebrate 64th Anniversary Program

Feb 18 report from Springfield notes local Pythians will mark the sixty fourth anniversary of the founding of the Order with an elaborate program Wednesday at their lodge.

Springetela Springfield

Motorman killed as woman dies after midair collision near Elyria club

A head on collision between passenger car 217 and baggage car 413 near Stop 84 west of Elyria Country Club killed motorman Walter Hoppie instantly and mortally wounded Mrs. William Fowler who died at Elyria Memorial hospital shortly after. Their daughter Betty Jane Fowler, eight, was injured along with three others though most escaped with minor wounds.

Elyria Country Club House Walter Hoppie Woodlawn Ave Cleveland Southwestern Railway and Light Co Hoppie William Fowler Oberlin Road Elyria Memorial Hospital Hinkley W. Lorain Street Oberlin J. W Hawkins Locust Street Emily Camewell River Forest Chronicle- Telscram

Wreck Sparks Roadside Emergency Across County

Witnesses describe a major collision involving a passenger car headed toward Oberlin and a heavy express car. Firemen extinguished a fire, ambulances evacuated two victims, and police and sheriff units rushed to the scene. The lighter steel passenger car suffered the worst front damage while the express car bore heavy but lesser injuries.

Cora Besiies John Mannix Elyria Memorial Hospital Oberlin

Snowstorm stalls traffic with injuries in Toledo area

Heavy snow blanket slows traffic across the state and disrupts communications. Eleven injuries reported in Toledo region as Blizzard effects persist. victims include Jessie Jones 38 Mary Smith 50 and Raymond Blorser 32. Blower crash cited with a freight train. Roads treacherous and fires minimal. officials warn subfreezing temps and continued disruption likely tonight and tomorrow.

United States Weather Bureau Toledo Jessie Jones Mary Smith Raymond Blorser Fremont

Man Arrested in Neighborhood Quarrel Case

R. E Benton of 112 Senecast was arrested on a warrant sworn by J. A Whites for letting his dog run loose at night. Justice S. J George fined Benton 10 with costs but suspended the sentence, calling the matter a neighborhood quarrel though finding him guilty.

R. E Benton Senecast S.J George Benton J. A. Whites

Remus Sanity Confirmed by Alienist Report

George Remus the former Cincinnati millionaire, confined in Lima Ohio hospital for the criminal insane, is deemed sane by Dr. W L Neville and four other alienists. He faces a Monday hearing in Cincinnati court of appeals for a habeas corpus release, with further evaluations pending.

Remus Tima George Remus Cin Boutles Kins W. L. Neville Hemus Court of Appeals Neville Florida Cincinnati Imogene Lima

County approves paving plans for Rod Mak area

County commissioners authorize paving plans for Rod Mak area with roadwork slated this year. Officials cite improved travel efficiency and neighborhood access as driving factors. No dates or contractor names are listed in the readable text.

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