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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1920
Page
1
A fragmented report notes suspected anarchist plots in a Spanish city, with bomb and gun discoveries, injuries, and police actions. Detained suspects and confiscated pamphlets and rifles are mentioned as authorities probe potential postwar terror threats.
Bordeaux reports heroic actions by Captain Ledu and the Afrique crew as the liner struck Roche Bonne shoal in the Bay of Biscay. Survivors are being sought after the ship sank, with the Ceylon rescuing passengers and landing some at La Pallice and Port Rochefort. The Afrique, bound from Bordeaux to Dakar, carried 465 passengers and about 100 crew.
Agustus Press staff reports a case against Doctor Berg over the death of his wealthy mother in a staged murder plot. Evidence ties him to mustard purchases and a possible motive involving inheritance. Also listed are marriage licenses for several locals and city notes from Mayor Jones.
London reports Allied premiers agree to formally request Holland within fourteen days to deliver the former German emperor for trial by an international tribunal. The Evening Standard notes possible confinement if found criminally insane and discusses absent trials, witness evidence, and possible transfer to Germany if Holland counters with a proposal.
The Young Blens Business club meets at the YMCA dining hall at 620 this evening with Rev John Grant as speaker. He is expected to share remarks of interest to members and will announce the send off meeting for delegates heading to the national convention in St Louis, with full attendance urged.
Two youths, Sammie Inget and Wilbur Nicbenland, celebrated recovery from long hospital stays. Sammie, once carried in, walked unaided for the first time leaving Gates Hospital in Cleveland. Wilbur, who arrived crippled, left with a cane and no assistants, walking to the depot for a train bound to Sandusky.
The KRiaito theater hosts a two carload production of an allegorical youth and ambition tale. Manager Woodard notes extra stage hands are needed for the two lofts of scenery. The play follows a youth leaving home to seek wealth, love, and ambition, returning wiser. It is described as strong, clean, and among the finest seen locally.
Washington January 13 American forces in Siberia about 8000 will be withdrawn as soon as the last Czechoslovak troops are repatriated. The move follows a note to Tokyo and aims to have all Yankee troops home by late February. The force includes volunteers replacing selective service draftees.
Mrs Sadie Warden of E Seventh Street was severely scalded Monday when a kettle of boiling water spilled on her while she tended the stove She fainted and cannot recall the accident She will be confined to the hospital for several days
A community plans a watch night Thursday January 15 at the MeI church with prayer, music, and addresses to mark the start of prohibition. A Friday January 16 luncheon and celebration follow, stressing national temperance goals and unity. Local leaders promote peaceful commemoration nationwide.
Elyria based American Implement announces capital stock rising from 300609 to 2 000 000 and a new factory. Board expanded from seven to eleven with Cleveland figures and governance by International Securities Bureau to finance growth and production. Company touts the Junior tractor and garden tractors to begin spring and summer delivery, aiming for a 15 000 9000? business scale and local backing. Passengers saved in Paris from Afrique wreck reported with Dylan arrival.
Washington reports miners accept a wartime price control settlement framework under Levir law with operators planning no concessions beyond the commission award. Miners demand 60 percent wage rise, a six hour day, five day week, and abolition of double shifts, with district considerations of internal differences.
A Jewish congregation on the west side plans a substantial synagogue on lot 115 by 300 feet facing Lodi Street. They have purchased the property from Frank Rawson and expect to start work in spring with financial plans advancing.
Montreal January report states the Canadian Spinner, after drifting for over a month in the St Lawrence river and gulf, is now freed and expected to reach Sydney. The ship, bound from Quebec, carried a crew including Thanos Arias and was accompanied by the Canadian Recruit near the Baguenay mouth and Westhyre.
Delegates from about twenty churches in Lorain County met at a Congregational church to discuss forming a federated church council. Dr Winters, RH Kinney, and others spoke on the federation, its aims, and a proposed constitution. The group endorsed the plan, voting to return the constitution for ratification at a later meeting and to elect delegates.
Honolulu dispatch reports Korean and Japanese troops clashing. A Korean national army unit reportedly crossed the Siberian frontier into Korea. Pn Chin, held by Japanese provisional government forces, has been captured per cables from Shanghai via the Korean National Association. Officials warn warfare could follow the battle.
Lorain County Grand Jury reported indictments against Walter Davies, former cashier of City Bank of Lorain. One perjury count claims he lied under oath on June 30 1919 about bank cash items and deposits. The four counts allege misapplication of funds embezzlement intent to defraud and drawing an order to defraud the bank. Davies arreste d at home. bail set at 5000 per indictment.
Cleveland January 13 two men beat and robbed John Biss 78 as he walked home at midnight after accosting him near 7333 Lakeside Avenue. A blackjack strike left him unconscious, his coat shirt and a bag removed, and £100 taken from around his neck. He died later at Lakeside hospital.
A new Kiwanis club is planned to be formed at Sandushi with charter to be received in January. Members from Lorain and Stiyria will attend as Mayor Jones asks attendees to notify him for transportation arrangements.
Lorain Hunter and two men were fined for hunting rabbits with a ferret in Grafton. Gardner said city rules require rabbit farmers to manage the game, with fines totaling $206 or more for several defendants.
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