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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1922
Page
5
Opinion urges supporting S. V. Haigh for County Commissioner. Haigh is praised as careful and devoted and would, if renominated, serve a full term matching the other commissioner. The piece argues experience costs less in the long run and democracy requires opportunities to train new leaders while valuing proven service.
The piece argues government inefficiency stems from political pull and prerogative. It condemns underperforming public office, cites delays and disasters, and urges electing executives who hire based on ability rather than influence. It references the Roma tragedy as an example of failure.
A local observer questions credit for enforcement of prohibition. The piece cites Governor Davis and Judge Parker praising state and federal officials, while noting enforcement rests with local officials and sentiment, and criticizes shifting blame between levels of government.
In a brisk period of economic strain, reports describe individuals using quick schemes to lure funds. The public's anger grows as victims struggle to recover assets and confidence fades. Regulatory authorities warn against deceptive practices amid rising investor anxiety.
A historical timeline notes 184-Thomas Corwin’s Whig gubernatorial nomination, 1856 floods on the Ohio River, 1893 property transfers for creditors linked to McKinley, and 1898 Gen Robert Kennedy’s Insular Commission appointment. Today highlights include birthdays, the Reconstruction League in Shawnees, Ames Bar Association in Washington, and a Klux parade case in Texas. Multiple associations and events from national to local contexts are listed with diverse figures and dates.
The piece notes the seventy fifth anniversary of the American Buena Vista victory and Boston nearing end of its first century as an incorporated city. President Harding and Mrs. Harding host a reception at the White House for military and naval officers. Delegates from Southern states plan to meet in New Orleans to discuss conference plans.
An elephant act collapsed inside a barber shop beneath Melodeon Hall causing surprise and concern. The scene sparked jokes about costs and odds as spectators watched the aftermath.
A collection of humorous clippings describes ads for awnings and sun outfits, a Walton Ice Company wagon update, coal strikes affecting Ralph Murbach, and quick city fire response to an Elyria block blaze. Mentions of a car wreck buyer, two boys with two young ladies, a prank by a woman with powder, and a maid with a reputation for stealing end with a Huntington, West Virginia note.
James Pershing Jr nephew of General Pershing recommended for assistant to Prohibition agent Day in New York. He rose from private to first lieutenant in World War I but did not serve overseas. The item includes jumbled remarks about his marriage and various unrelated quotes.
Thirty years ago Myrtle Halli remained in the senior class to graduate with her June cohort. Charles J Crehore advertised cattle dehorning with minimal pain. Elyria Canning Co with Hoyle, Baker, Lewis, Obitts as officers. Dan Eason had 14 years as auctioneer in Eaton township. Over 200 Elyria residents urged county officials to create a county children’s home. R E Massey built a private railroad switch from his stone quarry to the L S & M S tracks, a mile distant.
Oberlin College hosts Washington's Birthday lecture by Dr Albert W Palmer of Honolulu. He discusses America and Japan from the Hawaiian viewpoint, noting Japan's military path, China relations, and the potential for mutual labor and citizenship integration between Hawaii and the mainland.
An advertisement promotes Father John's Medicine as a remedy to resist colds and germs. It claims the product builds energy, provides gentle laxative relief, soothes breathing passages, and is alcohol and drug free. It notes sixty five years in use.
The Wash Inzion Birthday reception in the Dudley Alten Memorial Aght building drew over a thousand attendees including faculty and students. A four piece orchestra of conservatory students performed as pineapple ice and small cakes with American flags were served to guests from out of town such as Mrs J W Hart and Rev Frank H Heydenburk.
Relieves rheumatism and loosens stiff joints with a clean white mustard oil ointment. The rubon treatment provides relief without blistering, recommended by doctors and nurses. Available in jars and tubes 35 and 65 cents, hospital size $3.00. Better than a mustard plaster.
Wood Place visits Ernest Frost at his I ton home for several weeks. Birth announced for Will Rica Smith at Greencastle Ind. Geology student G D Hubba lived at 156 Woodland Avenue. Various locals travel to Ohio and Chicago for visits. Church society meetings set for March 2 with a 5 30 to 7 p.m. bud served.
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