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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1921
Page
2
Lorain city court reported fin es totaling 646419 for 1920 with 69266.15 to the city and 12890 to the state. Arrears reached 2100 monthly average. Fewer arrests than 1910 were recorded, but overall collections rose under Judge M Harding since taking office months earlier.
The event at the Chamber of Commerce hall Tauridas features the Clevelander speaker addressing businessmen. He will select two sub fees of interest and urges many members to attend the luncheon.
County farmers condemn lax law enforcement and shoddy wool practices. Rogers denounces substituting shoddy for virgin wool and claims rats are imported to fashion it. The meeting elected officers: President H W Schmitkens, vice president A D Nye, secretary Sider Fields, treasurer A J Mills, and a large executive committee. A state institute may be held at Ridgeville or Fields Corners to promote enforcement next year.
Probate court records show George Sting of Darvegan admitted to record. Martin Hodyre of Lorain filed to probate. Will of Marniatara Krajungel of Lyria admitted. Vincenz Kraiccs named executor. Band $3 and fees noted. Lester M. Roberts adoption by Leiory Houghton referenced.
A second attempt to rob the C if, Merthe store was foiled by patrolman on the alley beat last night. Iron bars guarding a rear window were wrenched and the fire escape lowered to reach the first floor but the would be robbers fled before breaking in. Police will increase precautions and warn of possible gunfire if they meet again.
In a stirring appeal, the Chronicle Telegram editor defends broad community access, arguing the paper serves all residents regardless of finance or politics. He cites investor interests, advertiser pressure, and reader loyalty as factors shaping editorial policy and vows to grow the paper to serve a wider Lorain audience.
The Amherst post office faces a possible reclassification from third to second class. Local officials seek $8,000 in four consecutive quarters and public support via stamp purchases to meet criteria, while clerks handle heavy workloads. The move follows a joint state session discussing state officer elections and legislative rules.
Lorain reports passenger service interruption on the Nickel Plate between Lorain and Cleveland due to a freight wreck at Avery Ohio with derailed cars and no injuries. Local bank clearings for 1920 totalled $22,770,023.92, January 1920 becoming the busiest month with $2,194,297.99 in clearings.
The former Lorain police chief A L A King, charged with 16 offenses before his firing, began his Civil Service Commission appeal this morning. His supporters, led by Map or Grall, seek reinstatement as witnesses testify and defense presents evidence.
A Lorain report describes the winter fleet layup with many steamers docked for repairs. The roster lists vessel names and owners and notes crews and employment tied to the season as the industry readies for early spring work.
An advertising letter touts Aspironal as a fast, safe cold and flu treatment endorsed by authorities and popular with consumers. It claims rapid relief within two minutes if used with water, guarantees money back, and suggests sharing with family. The copy promotes various dosages and emphasizes safety for infants and children.
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