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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1920

Page

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Restain Peck Mervile dies in Indiana death shocks family

Mrs Wortliting announces the sudden death of Mervile Peck wife of Wes Worthington in Indiana. The service is set for Wednesday at two o clock at Worthington. Mrs Peck formerly of Amherst Indiana and sister to Mrs Fouleh of the same city.

Lucile Schultz South Bend Ind Rton Wartlington Merveile Peck Wes Wortluing James Fuck Deeville Aw Truth Bend Worthington Peck Peck Was Formerly Sdsy Duc Te Buliz Amherst

Cochrane Arrests In Mail Fraud Case In Elyria

Inspector Cochran and Cleveland detectives seized Maltis Bowdoin a merchandise broker manager and his secretary Jagqualin LaRue in a long running mail fraud case. They were nabbed after a year long manhunt spanning Cincinnati New York and other cities for Bailey a key suspect who used fake stores and misdirected shipments to steal thousands of dollars.

Osterica HH KO Coche Cleves Mal M Bullay Ork Lns Jagqualin LaRue Cleveland Bailey Cincinnati New York Innapolis

Schools Raise Funds to Aid French Students This Week

City schools join a national drive to help French school children by collecting donations from pupils. Each child is asked to contribute ten cents or less as part of a week of events to support rebuilding and relief efforts in affected districts.

Devasd Vrs National France

Ala Council to Meet This Evening

The Ala council convenes its second session this month with substantial business. Petitions seek paving projects this summer and a quick decision on a state issue. The Ohio Supreme Court was asked to expedite review of a referendum amendment challenged by George S Hawhe ney of Cincinnati.

Cits Council Hy Assoc Ited Ashington Ohio Today Supreme! T George S Hawheney Cincinnati Ohio

Lorain County Wool Growers Hold Big Meet

An enthusiastic gathering of Sheep and Wool Growers of Lorain County met at the courthouse on Saturday. The meeting, addressed by a Columbus representative of the Ohio Sheep and Wool Growers Association, discussed plans to improve marketing and prices, assign township agents to protect growers’ interests, and aim for a record year. The county shipped three cars last season totaling around 60,000 pounds and valued at approximately 40,000 dollars.

Torun Tyna Wmio Ohio Shirp and Wooly Growers Association Columbus Issuit Camink

Brighton Teachers Meet Prof Wilber for Extension Diploma

Professor Wilber of Kent Normal School will visit January 20 at 7 pm in the high school auditorium to discuss diploma and degree options in extension work with teachers from the county and district. The Brighton Pioneer notes the event amid a mix of local notices and weathered fragments.

Wilber Kent Normal Schoal Threifty

Foot Alley Suit Over Sixty Year Use Goes to Court

In Common Pleas Court Judge Redington hears GHT Whitney versus Dr. E P Clement over the private right of way alley on West Broad south side. Clement claims no city dedication but Whitney contends public use since 1820s with deeds referencing other properties. The decision will determine if an injunction becomes permanent.

Eft Whitney Redington West Broad Kelling Clement Whitnes Lens

Agricultural Institute 15 at Ridgeville to Host Three Day Anniversary

The Ridgeville area prepares a three day celebration to mark the fortieth anniversary of the county agricultural institute. Events include Grange and Institute activities with special instruction on farming, gardens, and county grange support. Notables from the chamber and state Grange will attend.

Ler Benine Enyune Iarain Dave Brat Ofacers Yates Chamberlain Joudson Obi Eq Bk Wigne Way

Thwarted Safe Raid Nets Ten Thousand Dollars

A safe robbery attempt at a Western Clothing Co. location was interrupted, preventing a $10,000 theft. Two suspects fled the scene without clothing, authorities said.

Toledo

Funeral Services for Mrs Forbes Largely Attended

Funeral services for Mrs Miner Veglas Forbes drew wide attendance and floral tributes from neighbors and friends who honored a life of long acquaintance. The ceremony at Jupelawn cemetery recalled her community ties as neighbors and kin spoke fondly of her steadiness and kindness.

M. Forbes Miner John Grant Ind

Baby Sets Weight Record at Birth in Thompen Family

A newborn in Thompen reportedly weighs seven and a half pounds at birth, marking a record for the family. The child is described as the first in the Thompen line, with mentions of siblings and twins among relatives.

Ip Labs Mit

Maritime losses and cargo disarray after storm at sea

Reports describe a storm-driven incident near Yarmouth and Delaware waters with ships towed and cargo damaged. The schooner City of Micon was found near Copenhagen, while other vessel losses and unidentified fleets trigger distress calls and owner alerts.

New York Macona Micon Copenhagen

8 000 FOTTH RS RAISED By AP Fast Livery

8,000 dollars were raised by the Associated Press fast livery fund today. Edward Venge of the Mien &s Brotherhood of Omaiitive Pote announced that the wives of about 8,000 general workers would be advanced percentage points on Pebr by 1. The agreement was reached at the meeting of the scale committee of motherhood and the labor or vibes of the United States Portic association.

Associated Press Edward Venge Mien &S Brotherhood of Omaiitive United States Portic Associat Cn

Snow Drifts Halt Traffic Across Washington and Ohio Roads

Snowbound streets and blocked routes delayed travel in Washington and nearby areas. Cars became stranded on Ridgeville, Oberlin, and Lorein roads as drifts mounted and streetcars halted. Forecast calls for more snow and continued frigid temperatures. In Malta, naval ships prepared to depart for the Black Sea under orders issued late Thursday night. Vice Admiral De Robeck sailed aboard the Iron Duke with two destroyers.

Eddy New York Wales Ith Ridgeville Oberlin Lorein Tietieit Clveland Associated Press Malta Priday Jag 16 Black Sea de Robeck Iron Duke

Supreme Court Grants Rhode Island Original Proceeding

Washington date line reports the Supreme Court granted Rhode Island permission to file original proceedings to test and enjoin enforcement of federal prohibition amendments in the state. Chief Justice White issued the order without comment or a hearing date.

Washington Supreme Court State of Rhode Taland White

Holland Feels Emotion for Former Kaiser

The report states Holland expresses deep emotion for the former Kaiser as tensions over extradition and dispersal actions between Germany and allied authorities unfold. Officials indicate decisions will be taken with voluntary compliance in a tense, public note to the High Court.

Holland Kaiser Bill Jin

Hospital Notes Admitter List From Mer Market Area

Admitter entries include Wilq 9 Berthy at West avenue Mralascue Bowe 098 to Tiver street and Mrs Willis Foes. Operative notes mention Pots stint and a list of patients and streets including Ripth street and Lattiawn avenue with names such as Mrs Ty A Glover and Mrs Walter Carr. The fragmentary text records patients and locations across several streets and avenues.

Wilq Berthy West Avenue Bell Ty A Glover Amast Danzen Wellingins Charlan Tufford Steeet Chan Wyon Ee Street Walter Carr Baby Ass Rifth Street Emma Ghermak Lattiawn Syenue

Accident claims life at local hospital packing house

A fatality is reported after a person died at a city hospital following injuries from an incident at a local packing facility. The event occurred Sunday evening amid a broader inquiry into safety at the work site and the hospital's subsequent handling of the case.

U S consul's wife returns from Paris to Washington

Mrs E C A Reed wife of the American consul and chief of the US passport bureau in Paris accompanied her husband to Washington where they are spending a few weeks before returning to France Though Mrs Reed is a home product her dress is unmistakably Parisian.

E C A Reed Paris Washington France

Two Ships Ready to Rescue Sinking Liner

A transmitter reports a liner in distress about 700 miles east of New York with 271 aboard. Western Comet and Cedric stand by to aid and transfer passengers as the Pewshiftin is towed toward Halfay after lifeboats are secured.

New Lark Wreless Uthcurh Minehoas Plattiathport Cape Tam Posavitan

Ohio Eagles Conclave to Be Held in July

The Praternal Order of Eagles district meeting gathered delegates from Cleveland Sandusky Amherst Wellington and more. Attendees included General Weed and State President Seldenfeldt. July 1 Week long state meeting planned in this city with Rialto theater memorials and expanded prizes without city merchants funding. Headquarters at Andwur Ifo tel.

Praternal Order of Eagles Ain Ligies Ball Yesterdas Cleveland Lrarain Sandusky Amherst Wellington Othe Gener. Weed Oshkosh Wis Seldenfeldt Hayes Post Russell M . Kaipper Himneran Treayurer Beckenhower Lycum Organization End Insurance TedUus Wis The Ciy

Americanization Talks at Hungarian Church Thursday

A second Americanization talk is planned at the Hungarian Reformed Church Tuesday evening for the foreign population. Speakers include George Chamberlain Lilyman Barcas of Cleveland and Sir Varger of Cleveland, who will present in Hungarian. Afterward, church ladies will serve refreshments and invite city women to meet some of the foreigners they assist.

Tuyaday Lacaally George Ff Chamberlain Lilyma Ur Barcas Cleveland Sir Varger Musganan The Aty

Harding presses for undivided Ohio in primary call

Washington reports Senator Harding of Ohio rejects perfunctory support and seeks a voters expression in the Republican primary. He proposes Columbus businessman Doherty as a fourth candidate along with Herrick Willis and Cincinnati mayors Galvin and another figure, while education board officials meet in the county eviction house and reelect Gibaun to the county board.

Washington TH Harding Ghia Ohio Gerson Ednattin Woa Gibaun County Board of Education

Two Incipient Fires in City Reported

Fire company responded to two small blazes in the city. One early Sunday at 136 Wet Street near Abraham Gers enterum was put out by chemicals. A second alarm at 123 Marsailles Avenue saw a basement fire extinguished before arrival.

Abraham Gersenterum Wet Street Marsailles Avenue

New Taxation Program May Be Submitted

A discussion outlines a new taxation program proposed for May submission. Officials consider adjustments to rates and exemptions, with mentions of rural communities and regional councils seeking broader support.

Wellington Plans Big Celebration for Grand Army Leader

Wellington hosts a municipal celebration when Grand Army of the Republic national commander in chief Daneel M Hall visits his hometown January 27. Local figures Colonel Ralph Lb Findlay and others oversee arrangements as the Brittendrum corps, Spirit of J7vi, and town decorations prepare for a festive homecoming.

Wellington H & Malinda Cleveland Cherry Springheld Who O Daneel M Hall Ralph Lb Findlay I Dearer de Princpal Brittendrum Alfred Bates Ely

Half Million Water Works Bonds Sold At Low Premium

Mayor Jones notes the city sold seven hundred thousand dollars in water works bonds at five percent interest. Sessongood & coavor and Compton Tayent Co Otis & Co of Cleveland bid the entire block, but the board could not reach more than a hundred thousand dollars. Officials say the city is fortunate to dispose of the bonds amid high market conditions and low premiums.

Jones Board of Contol Water Works Sessongood &Avor Coneinout War Compton Tayent Co Otis

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IS. J. Peck K. Cochrane Elyria TY Schools W. G. Sharp ALA Berger Camer Victor Berger Capitol Congress Lorain County Brighton E. F. Whitney E. P. Clement Common Leal Argest Oni0 Institute Society Fox Hilla Hospital Sergeant Smith Edward McVicker Theodore Roosevel Pell Joseph H Sears Warreage Jimece Lvnkin Baus Amherst Arthur Trapnel Surveyor Cleveland Mildred Seaburn Lf Revue Hospital Ayer Yarmouth Cane Jersey Delaware Havana Michagen Althe Veh Chicago Public Health Service Today Yodateu Press Helland Tel Wallia Germany Mis Fannie Elwell East Broad Street Fanny Olwell Udlo Ulhier Mos Tipu Ag Thys Wethesley Radias U.S E. C. A. Reed Jacona Nedingen Ohio Eagles Wek Sen. Harding Lorain Kate Peter Mitmahers Ebbw Pires Ithe Smith Rennhee Be Ic
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