New Immunizing Factor Found In Tuberculosis Fight
New York February report from Dr. H J Cooper of National Jewish Hospital Denver details isolation of an active immunizing fraction from tuberculosis bacilli. Animal tests show immunity lasting three years against 100,000 deadly doses, with two fractions identified: beneficial immunizing material and a toxic fraction causing allergy. A third substance caused fatal anaphylactic shock in tests. Further refinement is needed before practical use.
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New York
H. J. Cooper
National Jewish Hospital
Denver
Cooper
Spare Wheels And Tires Stolen
Two automobile owners reported to police yesterday afternoon that their spare wheels and tires had been stolen during the past few days. Authorities described the incidents as thefts affecting personal property and urged residents to secure vehicles and report any matching suspicious activity to the precinct.
Youth Council Names Delegates To State Conclave
Lorain County Cooperative Youth Council met at Carlisle Grange Hall with Kenneth Robbins of Ohio Farm Bureau as guest speaker. They planned a Spring party for March 27 and named Doris Minnich and Raymond Pett as delegates for the Youth Council Program Planning conference in Columbus February 29 and March 1. A cabinet meeting on March 4 at the Farm Bureau Office in Elyria will introduce new recreation training.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorain County Cooperative Youth Council
Carlisle Grange Hall
Kenneth Robbins
Ohio Farm Bureau
Ralph Krueck
Frank Herrmann
Katherine Brill
Maude Hose
Doris Minnich
Carlisle
Raymond Pett
Henrietta
Neil House
Columbus
Farm Bureau
Elyria
Grafton man fined two dollars in intoxication case
Mike Noster of Grafton was fined two dollars and costs on an intoxication charge after arraignment before Mayor Joseph Q. Petro. Police reported an incident on East River Street where Susan Jones said she, her husband William Jones and Noster rode together and argued. William Jones took the car keys and left. Noster returned to the vehicle as police arrived and was arrested. The car was towed to a garage on police orders.
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Mike Noster
Grafton
Joseph Q. Petro
East River Street
Susan Jones
Noster
William Jones
Jones
Damaged Fender and Theft Notes Across Elyria Area
Fender on KR W. Thompson’s car at Colonial Apartments showed a note with a license number from a nearby store employee. Police traced the license to an Elyria man. theft details involve spare tire and wheel stolen from Jon, value 18 dollars, with timing uncertain between February 19 and 24. S. L. Gordian reports missing tire and wheel valued at 22 dollars, unclear when stolen. Also a Tennessee plan to plant one million young trees across 15 valley counties in 1939 40, with 547 450 seedlings planted last year.
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KR. W. Thompson
Colonial Apartments
Depot Street
Elyria
Jon
Cleveland
Wellington
S. L. Gordian
Wakeman
Oberlin
Tennessee
Montgomery
Ala
Tennessee Valley
Shenanigan Budget Moves Spark Public Doubts
Lorain County Budget Commission drew an extra 15000 from taxpayers as it balanced the budget by cuts of over 5000 in nine departments. Auditor C S Kelser defended the move, while critics question the process and the choice of newspapers for delinquent land ads.
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Lorain County
C. S. Kelser
Budget Commission
Elyria
Lorain
Oberlin
Kelser
Ridgeville
Open Letter on Relief Scrutinizes Local Aid
An editor appeals for views on Lorain County direct relief amid concerns of cheaters and politically connected aid seekers. The letter cites a nearby city where 1400 relief cases kept licenses while denying needed aid and urges a thorough check-up to protect deserving families. The editor promises confidentiality and invites public input.
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Lorain County
Everybody's
American Majority pushes county details to public through press
Elyria Ohio February 27 1940 the American Majority promotes fiscal watchdogging for Lorain County urging tighter economy and better administration. Since June 1939 the group has publicized budgets hearings and headlines to curb tax increases and waste. It calls for citizen involvement to prevent deficits and pressure groups from dictating public funds.
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Elyria
Ohio
Lorain County
Walter Pitkin
Elyrians
America
County budget cuts yield about 1.28 million in savings
County department heads sought 1940 increases not granted saving about 570 thousand Elyria’s operating budget cut 62 502 City relief levies defeated 42000 and 40000 county repair levy defeated 40000 City relief staff reduced savings 2100 plus further cuts including health and salaries. Prisoners moved to county jail. Total saved 1 276 829 59 with remaining estimates. Citizens urged to voice opinions on taxes and public money allocations.
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Elyria
Fair Grounds
Health Department
Toledo
Humane Society
Drastic Action to Correct Elyria's Slowing Progress
Elyria must lower operating costs and debt, pay as you go, retire scrip issued in 1933, and set aside proper depreciation. A strong sinking fund and reduced reliance on the water department's burden are urged while promoting industrial growth and investor confidence. Elyria has a golden opportunity and should put its house in order now.
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Elyria
Flyria
Your Share of the Public Debt Chart Explained
Economists warn big public spending and urge local action. A family head owes 1789.20 as share of city county school and federal debt. At 60 cents an hour, 2982 hours or 71 weeks needed to pay off total debt, based on a 42 hour week and 182 hours per month for monthly wages.
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Washington
Lorain County Debts Fall On Family Head For 136 Hours
The head of a Lorain County family earns 60 rents per hour and must labor 136 hours to raise 81.60 to cover his share of the county debt. If he cannot pay in life, the debt transfers to his children.
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Lorain County
Raust
Wright Way Wins Results in County Treasurer’s Office
County Treasurer Walter Wright earns praise for diligent tax collection and prudent budgeting. He mails 1500 personal letters to delinquent accounts and collects returns, saving taxpayers money by issuing two cent tax bills within city limits. He returned over $1100 of last year’s appropriation to the general fund, drawing public appreciation for efficient service.
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Walter Wright
Wright
County bulletin mailing plan announced for March
Future bulletins go to members and contributors only. Sample copies of the first five issues were distributed countywide, with March issue to include complete bulletins and other city and county government information for subscribers.
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Everybody's Business
Payroll totals reveal Elyria city costs 1928 1939
A condensed payroll table shows Elyria city expenditures for 1928 through 1939, split between Water Works and all other payrolls. The series runs from 1928 with 247 117 85 to 1939 with 312 etc. The article notes printing obstacles prevented full publication and promises detailed future tabulations.
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Elyria
Water Works
Lorain County Commissioners Earn Credit for Curbing Debts
Lorain County Commissioners deserve commendation for trimming department appropriations in 1940 and resisting pressure from department heads and politicians. Their firm stance helped prevent higher per capita debt, placing Lorain County lower in Ohio rankings.
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Lorain County
Ohio
Finegan vs Commissioners clashes over prisoner care and pay
Sheriff Carl R Finegan fights with county commissioners over prisoner boarding and budget cuts. He threatens to cut a deputy’s salary, questions hiring a son of Commissioner Joan Davidson, and insists on 18 cent meals unless the board takes over. The piece urges compromise and cooperation to reduce costs without harming service.
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Carl R. Finegan
Joan E. Davidson
Davidson
Martin O'Donnell
Cuyahoga County
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Gateway 10
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Shades
Knox and
Leighton
Mertha's
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J. E. Neuger
Oec
Nye
Chronicle-Telegram
Council
Meens
Ty Weehs
Weeks
Wees
Ogg
Elyria Schools
U. S
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Wright Way
Future Bulletins
Middle Avenue
Imuhedioe
Een
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