Amherst bootlegging raid yields state’s heaviest fine
Elyria officers captured bootleggers on Wet River Street amid a raid that produced thirty quarts of whisky and the seizure of a Ford car. Key suspect Molusor, an old bootlegger, faced a $2,000 fine for his third offense, the largest in the county. Companions Poran and Doresenecz received $1,000 and $500 fines respectively. Two additional arrests followed, with hearings scheduled near Elyria as Mayor Jones attended the governor's inauguration in Columbus.
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Tip Chegut
Gabriel Molaay
Aka Peean
Isin
Olio
South Amherst
Amherst
John Doresenecz
Elyria
George
Lionor Jn
Fairgrounds
Bheriit Bastes
Justice George
Mike Poran
Doresenecs
Elbure
Broad Street
Azaui
Crenan
Hurd
Alfred Bolasny
West Hive
uUget
Pilivani
Jones
Columbus
Harry L. Davis
Cleacland
Ohio’s 37th Governor Davis Inaugurated at Columbus
Harry J. Davis, a Republican and former Cleveland mayor, was inaugurated today as Ohio’s 37th governor at the state capitol. The ceremony featured brief speeches, a benediction, and a large attendance as officials including Cox retired, and Davis took the oath administered by Judge C. T. Marshall.
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Climbus
Harry J. Davis
Cleveland
Ohio
James M. Cox
Dayton
Lidéugands
Oldhams
Cox
Davis
C. T. Marshall
Zanesville
Ohio Supreme Court
W. W. Duntard
Euclid Avenue
Smith
Price
Archer
Tracy
Davie
Orso
Columbus
Esenstead
Rey Mons
John H. Omeh
Degeph's
Certones
Ghigo
Tlantnu
Layier
Formes Congressingn
Davis Dima
Hig
Ohig
Megnavox
Wage
Envoy of Reds Not Worrying About Departure
The Soviet ambassador to the United States, Martens, appears unfazed by a potential deportation order. He has been notified by Lenin’s government to cancel millions of dollars worth of orders in the U.S. if deportation proceeds.
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Thebri Oadsrmlel
C.A. KR
Martens
U. S
Soviet Russia
Department of Iber
Lenine
U.S
Jonn Lasko Faces Odd Hat Dyeing Game Gone Wrong
Local report describes Jonn Lasko from Lorain involved in a peculiar hat dyeing game with friends. Details are unclear due to garbled text, but authorities noted a clash over stakes and a fatal misstep ending the activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jonn Lasko
Lorain
Powny
Lasko
Boelter and Beeker Sue Dubie Over Car Crash Damages
Edward H. Boelter and Mrs Beeker sue Joseph Dube bond salesman for 101.95 and 10 000 respectively after an Oct 31 1929 Ridgeville auto crash. Dube allegedly drove carelessly as his large car struck the plaintiffs vehicle, causing it to overturn. Beeker claims permanent injuries and serious nervous shock.
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Edward H. Boelter
Wits Nord
Joseph Dube
Bond
Highlty
Ridgeville
Boelter
Dubie
Ten Days Grace Granted for Auto Tags Extension
The state registrar issues a bulletin delaying enforcement of license plate tags for autos until January 20. The police department was told not to enforce the statute yet, despite earlier notice of a January 10 deadline. The state departments cite difficulty supplying applicants who lack 1921 tags, extending the grace period by ten days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Endars
Poliga
Stoae
Owl in City Park Draws Crowds on Busy Morning
A scarred owl perched on a tree limb in the city park drew early risers and pedestrians. The rare sight paused streetcar and traffic as people stopped to watch the bird greet the morning in the business district.
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Hsin
Park Expansion Plan for Riverfront Land by Chamber Committee
The planning committee of the Chamber of Commerce proposes acquiring land on the east riverbank north of Hast for a larger city park. They suggest securing the land at little or no cost if possible and improving it for future generations with hedges along the length and two footbridges to access the site. Landscaping would welcome visitors and additional animals could attract draws, with possible government aid for a park enclosure plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norch
Chamber of Commerce
Washington
Beneft
Fuinra
Derry
Cngrade
Burglars Targeted Canton Prosecutor Office in Attempt
Canton Ohio January 10 burglars entered the county prosecutor Walter S Ruff law office last night forcing the door and ransacking the office seeking evidence tied to a pending trial. It is unclear if any documents were taken or which papers were involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canton
Walter S. Ruff
ARE ALIERD!NG INAUGURATION a or A. RB. Juned
Six young men enlist in the U S Army at Lorain recruit station and Cleveland drafts, with assignments to training camps. Names include Joseph Endarhosser, Mike Adama, Andray Likovyatz, John Csubacx, and Dewey Gro. The group heads to Columbus for the inauguration ceremony where Harry L. Davis will be inducted as governor, plus an inaugural ball at the state capitol tonight.
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Columbus
Harry L. Davis
Cleveland
Capitol
U. S
Lorain
Sergt. Trank Leas
Cherss
Joseph Endarhosser
Mike Adama
Camp Sherman
Andray J. Likovyatz
Panama Canal Zone
John _Csubacx
Camp Jackson
Dewey
the . “Et Tana
Outline Community Chest Drive Plans At Sunday Meeting
A Sunday afternoon program at Ferst Cea e, featuring a large audience and varied presentations, launched the Community Chest drive planned for Wednesday March 12. Rev Turner of the Church of Christ offered blessings while groups from YMCA, Nurses Home, Americanization Association, Settlement House, and local volunteers explained the drive’s goals and urged public support. The program included songs, recitations, and a Chatauqua salute, with youth delegations and a rousing finale, as leaders urged broad community backing for the campaign.
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Sertion
Sundas Aternoon
Wes
Inintessica Weil
Originel
Arranerd
Campiusen
Iambo
Tannan
H. Grant
On Menos
Tag Bors
America
Turner
Helna Mary
Sand Faye
Brooks
Miss Droks
Sarvers
Bours Pee Cinsical Fund
Reedine Publ
Johnson
Tae Audhars
Jwpilal
Shastu
Chanarfemts
Iease
Mer. Grant
Arden Leaoclation Rey
Robart
Audienes
Spheare
Manufacturers Optimistic On Near Term Business Outlook
Weaker demand concerns persist but local manufacturers anticipate a turn for the better within weeks as inquiries about guarantees and material supply surface. Industry representatives say the current downturn is temporary and many firms expect full capacity operation again soon, offering cautious but hopeful outlooks for workers and markets.
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Grier Gono
First Harbinger of Spring Reported by Street Scene
A fragmented report describes early signs of spring on Cleveland Street with neighbors alert to a robin and a worried Mrs. Smith seeking help. The scene notes a robin's shivering plumage and local ladies feeling anxious as they watch the bird and weather.
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Sieh
Smuth
Sdas
Robin Redbreast
Robin
Iim
Unclear text about a patient at St. Deszon's Hospital
Fragmentary report describes a patient named Irish undergoing medical care after a serious injury. It mentions hospital treatment at St Deszon's, a physician in charge, and a possible amputation. Friends express hope for recovery and note efforts to avoid further harm.
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Ciredearel
Kiwanis Club Drives for City Campaign
Kiwanis members plan a citywide drive to attract support for a fund campaign. Officials emphasize unity and a 100 percent membership push to back the effort and rally local residents behind the upcoming campaign launch.
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Kowsary Club
Eriedaup Dppertiemiy
Teedna
Gina Nens
Webster
Jana
Amon
Ockendsf
Wedneset
Local Trustees Challenge Property Transfer Fraud Claim
Trustees of a Gora church dispute a deed transfer alleging fraudulent representation. John Bepdersky seeks recovery of property. court actions aim to void the conveyance and restore ownership to the church.
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Throminn National Grastholle
Gora
Hanilat
John Bepdersky
Ted Osuit
Allessy
Monnil
Public Forum Meet Tuesday At City Union Hall
The Open Forum in whe Machnnis Union of this city will be held tomorrow evening at 532 Broad Street at 7 30 clock. The public is invited to hear discussions on labor matters. Selected speakers include J. Mackney of Mo Matsamurre and others from the chamber of commerce and national labor groups.
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Machnnis
Broad Streat
J. 2
Macney
Mo Matsamurre
Chamber of Cyiyeeree
Laren
Unser Foal Cit She” Mohinatom, DU
Youth Misconduct Firing Sparks City Farewell
A New York court notes a youth removal amid misconduct allegations as a thirteen year old departs the city amid calm weather. Officials announce farewell events and related costs while directing the remaining staff to depart from the area.
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New York
Piri
16 Year Old Girl Jumps Into River To End Treatment
Olive Kurezi a 16 year old girl of 348 Tron dale Street Western Heights attempted to drown herself in the West Branch of Black River near the Third Street bridge on a Saturday evening. Her 12 year old step sister witnessed the incident and raised the alarm guiding rescuers to the scene where the girl had plunged into the icy water. She was nearly exhausted when pulled from the stream and survived.
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Olive Kurezi
Trondale Street
Western Heights
Black River
New
Third Street
Pojai
Figures Show Births Rise In City Health Report
French, health secretary, presents statistics noting 22 births versus 841 deaths in the area, illustrating a population rise under conservative projection despite higher costs of raising children. A case of alleged parental cruelty involved Olive blaming her father Ailes Kurez for an attempted self harm, with stepmother denying the charges. Authorities report the family moved from Missouri two months prior and no employment found.
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Health Commission
Sfs
Deaghe
Menjes
Olive
Ailes Kurez
Iois
Sheriff recovers suspected stolen Ford coupe at cemetery site
Sheriff Backus holds a Ford coupe found near Carlisle cemetery with engine number chiseled off and altered plates, believed stolen. Lorain woman Myrtle LaValley granted divorce from Elwin LaValley on grounds of gross neglect and extreme cruelty.
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Backus
Carlisle
Lorain
Myrtle LaValley
Elwin LaValley
Condition of County Recorder Frank Trish
Local friends report County Recorder Frank Trish is not satisfactorily conscious after a hospital visit for injuries from a streetcar accident. Doctors weigh possible amputation as pain remains intense while Pittsburgh Plate Glass seeks $911.82 from FP H Prastin for materials furnished.
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Frank Trish
Frank Irish
St. Joseph's Hospital
Lorain
Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company
FP. H
Phoney S10 Bill Frauds Reported
A report warns of phony S10 bills circulating. Counterfeiters pass a two dollar note as a genuine bill by altering details, deceiving buyers and exposing the public to loss. The phony moves from a $2 bill to higher values via skilled manipulation.
City Americanization Association Reports 1919 20
The Americanization Association of Elyria releases its 1919 20 report detailing outreach to foreigners, 17 nationalities represented among 2500 residents, and $7500 annual funding for Settlement House programs west of Black River. Over 20,000 visitors enjoyed social and educational events last year at 218 Seattlement House on Vulcan Street under Director Miss Edith Gail and assistant Miss Naomi Ashbrook with many volunteers.
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Black River
Uring
Edith Gail
Naomi Ashbrook
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Public Forum
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Penman
City Americanization Association
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