Will Clamp Down Prohibition Lid At Pittsfield
Frank Sheffield a 40 year old Pittsfield man died after taking paris green in a suicide attempt. He was found frozen in snow near his home after leaving a note to relatives. Survived by his mother Emma, brothers Fred Clayton and Arthur. Funeral set for Tuesday at 1 30 at the family home.
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Arthur
Lorrain
Raids Target Liquor as Ohio Police Bust Eight Homes
In Lorain on February 26 police raided eight residences searching for liquor. One arrest followed a still discovery and bottles. Nine men were arrested inside a back room card game. Other locations yielded liquor, cider wine, and mash. In Columbus officials discussed enforcing stricter dry laws with governors at Deshler Hotel.
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Josephine Jezroski
Reed Avenue
James Lowery
Elyria
Henry Ludwig
Jobs
Dmniel Orgath
Bread Brotherhood clash prompts talk on social reform
Union Theological Seminary professor Ward warned that hunger in public schools shows America’s faults. He urged reorganizing the economy from profit focus to human service and argued for cooperative sharing and fair wages across enterprises.
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Har. Ward
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New York
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Distinguished Service Medal recipients named in Elyrian listing
February 26 report outlines seven veterans to receive the Distinguished Service Medal and two additional honorees. Recipients include Colonel Millen Jo Fors Chicago Lieutenant Colonel Coy Kane New York Captain Milo E Terry Cambridge Street Elyria Ohio and Floyd Cline Crown W Va with others at risk of misreport. Efforts to locate Captain today were unsuccessful, but authorities believe he resides on Columbus Street.
Radical policy talk after supply board meeting with Harding
In Washington, Lesher, chairman of the United States Supply Board, discussed with President Harding at the House a policy shift tied to subsidies and a proposed "radical aexpected pater" affecting merchant interests. The report notes continued congressional debate on subsidy plans.
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Germans accused of killing four Frenchmen in Essen clash
The report cites German arrests in Bochum, deportations from occupied areas, and rising tensions in the Rhineland. In Munich a clash between Bavarian socialists and fascists left one dead and 40 wounded. French advances along the Rhine are described as consolidating new positions between Cologne Coblenz and Mainz.
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Ferman
Hearing Postponed in Lerain Theft Case
The hearings for Harvard Walker and Bernie Hernin of Lerain on the theft of JFP Burkes automobile were postponed. Mayor Jones has another engagement and cannot attend. a new hearing date will be set later.
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Jones
Boyfriend Identified in Kidnapping and Murder of Lillian Gilmore
Philadelphia reports show six year old Lillian Gilmore abducted late Saturday night and killed after a ride in a stranger’s car. Dorothy Gilmore, Lillian’s sister, identified Wylie F Morgan as the suspect. police found blood stained clothing in Morgan’s room amid a house to house canvass. Police guard Morgan as detectives pursue the crime’s full sequence from the Neglect Street area to river fears and possible ice disposal. The case includes abandoned notes linking Morgan to Maud Texas.
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Wylie F Morgan
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Texas
Kill Gangster Wounded Pal in West Philadelphia Shootout
Feb 28 report from Philadelphia describes a raid on a West Philadelphia house ending in the death of Big Frank Berger alias Moore, while Jona Doyle a local character was captured. Police say the location resembled an arsenal with rifles and automatic pistols. Frank Berger surrendered after shots and a street struggle, two others were taken into custody. Washington note: Isa Gora Duntan, classical pianist, may lose U S citizenship after fleeing the country following a quarrel with her Russian husband.
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Moore
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Ann
Washington
Isa- Gora Duntan
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Elyria Woman Reports Alive Husband After War Death Claim
Pauline Tompkins of 331 Furnace Street says her first husband was listed as killed in World War and she collected government compensation. She later advised her second husband, William R Tompkins of Columbia Steel Co, that the alive spouse joined her in Indianapolis. The Wilbert family cannot confirm the name, and the husband suspects the tale is an excuse to avoid returning home.
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Indianapolis
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Armour Morris merger alarms antitrust watchdogs
Secretary Wallace filed a preliminary complaint accusing Armour and Morris of planning to acquire all assets to eliminate Morris from the packing field, potentially violating the Packers and Stockyards Act. A hearing is set for April 2 to review evidence and decide if further action is justified.
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Mrs John Hahn 72 Pneumonia Victim in Local Notice
Fragmented obituary notice reports Mrs John Hahn age 72 died of pneumonia at home. The piece mentions a burial in Gerers and references a secretary Davis statement about labor department efforts to remove undesirables.
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Explosion Disturbs Downtown As Boys Play With Powder
A loud blast near St Marys School drew the fire department to the alley this morning. Chief Wallace Bates opened an inquiry after learning several boys had handled black powder for days. A Western Heights youth allegedly brought dynamite material and set it off, causing a yellow smoke cloud and shaking buildings to Broad Street. No damage or missing boy identified yet.
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Booze Maker Held After Killing of Dry Agent
Charleston, W Va Feb 26 T E Rutherford state prohibition enforcement officer was shot and killed and Levie Howerton alleged bootlegger wounded likely fatally during a skirmish in the mountains near Tetats Fork. State Prohibition Commissioner WG Brown announced today.
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Flu overfills New York hospitals amid strain
Historic overfill crisis in New York hospitals prompts state actions as financial and health sectors grapple with shortages. Officials report rising cases and strained resources while banks face shifts in policy and administrators oversee emergency measures.
Toledo Prohibition Official Arrest Sparks Local Shock
Victor Schreiber Northwestern Ohio anti-saloon league head and R J Liecard federal prohibition officer were arrested on charges from Toledo men. Schreiber must appear in Bryan court for alleged home break ins May 19 thefts valued at 500 dollars. Liecardi faces same charges plus liquor possession and unlawful transport.
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Prohibition
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Booze Maker Nabbed In Gunfire Case Narrow Snarl
Columbus report details a shooting linked to a liquor maker and a robbery aftermath. Police entered a nearby apartment and arrested a suspect amid property damage claims. Separate court notes involve judgments for debts including a $304.81 note and a foreclosure order.
Klan Members Enter Church and Present Purse in Columbus
Hooded Klansmen invaded Broadstreet Church of Chiat in Columbus, presenting Rev. C. Q Woodsward a purse of 201 dollars a Bible an American flag and carnations. A fiery cross was burned and onlookers estimated 30 to 300 participants before police arrived.
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