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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1925
Page
2
Elyria High edged Monroeville 22 to 20 in a tight matchup at Monroe ville. Elyria led throughout but struggled at the line, sinking ten of fourteen free throws to seal the victory as Monroeville fought back late.
Five bouts headline the Eagles boxing show at Eagles' hall Monday evening. Interim card includes Joe Nagy versus Wid NOeS in six rounds and Dutch Binder against Young Ross over eight rounds. The Gold Dust Twins will appear again, drawing fans for an Essie members event with limited tickets.
Avon's bannered champions were presented last night after defeating Avon Lake in a recent tournament at Avon Lake. The event highlighted the girls team victory in the indoor baseball championship with Delden girls named atop the standings.
Racing meetings and championships listed include the Business Men's Bar Association in New Orleans, Miami Jockey Club in Miami, Cuba American Toc key Club in Havana, Juana Jockey Club in Juana, and the Oudam senior championships in New York. Indoor cases at Georgetown University and National A women’s swimming championships in Tampa. Golf’s Gold Vase for Women at Pebble Beach.
Last night in New York Bate Herman of California and Bobby Garcia of Camp Holabird Mid fought a twelve round boxing match lasting the full distance. The contest drew local attention as both boxers showed stamina and grit throughout the bout.
The article argues whether Jack Dempsey will stay retired as heavyweight champion or return to the ring. It weighs past champs who lost titles in the ring, notes Johnson Willard and Burns, and suggests marriage could boost comeback leverage. It cites Dempsey’s sincerity, promoter interests, and Estelle Taylor involvement in fueling the retirement debate.
A cryptic piece blends fanciful horserace chatter with bold wagers. It mentions Donna Santa and Santa sso and unclear bets with references to teams and players, including Stl Nicholas and Johan McGraw.
Last night at the Y, only one regular game was played amid multiple cancellations. Ohio Public Service edged Peerless Oils 20 to 17 in a close contest, while a pickup Meth odist team defeated the Bates 19 to 18 in a sparsely attended evening of sidelined plans.
Nearly fifty boys attended a YMCA banquet to honor winners of the annual Gymnastic Honor E championships. Teams divided by class competed in events from jumping and running to indoor baseball and swimming. Awards were given to Arthur Buswell Paul Eager Tom Moody and David Lloyd.
Ridgeville High School teams traveled to LaGrange and won both basketball games on February 21. The Ridgeville girls triumphed 7 to 6 after a tight, late finish, while the Ridgeville boys edged LaGrange 21 to 20 in a thrilling contest. The visitors show steady improvement.
Lorain Lions defeated the Youngstown YMCA five to seven in a late night basketball game. The result came at Lorain on February 21, with the Lions overpowering Youngstown in the closing moments.
Lorain High School traveled to Cleveland and earned a 27 to 20 victory over the Cleveland Y Preps in a high school basketball game played last night. The win adds another win in Lorain’s season records.
In the High School auditorium yesterday Superintendent R F Towers presided. Miss Zelma Muth read the Gettysburg Address and Eugene Eastman led humorous discussions on Lincoln. Awards from L C Smith Typewriting Co. went to Alice Mathes for 45 wpm and John Wohlever for 32 wpm. Presentations by Enser Eastman, Robert Strohmier and Thomas Guiselman announced a tryout for an oratorical contest at Oberlin College on March 14.
Amherst notes report the Grangers hold an evening session with Carlisle presenting a program on Tuesday. National Music week opens with a program by Sybil and Eugene Adams at the Amherst opera house. Choral Union prepared numbers as part of the week’s events.
Mrs. Alice M. Artz, wife of John C. Artz, died this morning in Wellington at age eighty three after an illness. The obituary notes the long life and widowhood.
Mrs. Artz longtime resident of Wellington dies leaving husband and son Webber of Houston. Daughter Mia Grace Minery preceded her in death. Funeral services set for Monday at 2:30 PM at the family home on North Main Street.
The Wellington high school quintet defeated Lodi 45 to 11 with Koplin scoring 18 points. The lineup was not announced at this time.
Ninety seven couples attended the Odd Fellows masquerade dance last evening in Wellington. Prizes were awarded for the best costumes.
The L. A. girls basketball team played at Congress last evening and won 13 to 11 in a tightly contested affair.
Four Oberlin High graduates join Oberlin College’s Freshman Tenth for top first semester grades. Eleanor Rice Andrews Sarah Frances Bosworth Francia West Gravit and Rolland Walker from Oberlin High are listed. Elizabeth May Hacket of Scott High Toledo heads the class. Donna Bell of Elyria High also makes the Freshman Tenth.
Oberlin Feb 21 P E Neilson of the Park notes is confined to his bed with illness The Martin Inn has announced.
Oberlin College marks two holidays with Washington's Birthday observance and a Week of Prayer. Religious events include Dr. Albert W. Palmer's address on A A Four Square Religion and a Y M C A Y W C A meeting on Shansi. Several locals attend Chicago Civic Opera in Cleveland.
The Golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Taylor was celebrated at the home of their daughter Mrs. Ira M. Starr on February 14. Eighteen were seated to a fine repast. two guests witnessed the couple’s 50 year past union. Out-of-town guests included Mrs.
Carrie E. Dillie of Cleveland A S Taylor Rev and Mrs Carfman of Elyria George E Bilan of Avon Mr and Mrs B H Ryay of Lagrange Ohio listed among prominent local residents in the society notes for the period.
Mrs. Mamal Jens Mrs. J. Haynes Mrs. Archie Haynes and Mrs. John Clyde were guests of Mrs. William Reese yesterday. Mrs. John Boyd broke her right session Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Edith Coyig at the home of her daughter Mrs. Clara Keller. The baby adopted by Mr. and Mrs. William Gerrick has pneumonia. Mrs. Ed Prindle and two children Mrs. Lottie Trautwine and Mrs. Annie Morris spent Wednesday with Mrs. Edith Morris of Ford Road.
The Martha Lee Club of Cleveland sponsors Elyria’s first Mardi Gras at Elks Hall on Tuesday February 24. A beauty queen will be crowned from Elyria’s dancers with prizes for best costumes and character outfits.
Rome reports cavalry scour the Marianapoli area in Sicily seeking armed brigands who raided a large farm. The attackers fled after killing a farm hand and wounding others, as authorities pursue the raiders.
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