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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1920
Page
1
A council meeting in Elyria, attended by about forty people including many manufacturers and gas users, narrowly approved a resolution for a rate increase. Gas Company officials defended supply limits and argued for a balanced two year plan, while critics pressed for conservation and fair treatment of residents.
Charles Price of Harshaw Fuller Goodwin Co reports the death of his brother William H Price in Chicago. William H Price was connected with a wholesale firm in Chicago and had long ties to the city. The notice appears in a terse obituary from Yonkers dated January 4.
The Robert Burns birthday anniversary was celebrated at Maccabee hall in Elyria by the Daugsters of Scotland and Clan Robertson. Alec Sparks presided as chief of Clan Robertson, with plans for an annual banquet. James C. Scott spoke of Burns and recited verse, closing with dancing and a solo recital.
Chicago reports influenza and pneumonia spreading at over two thousand new cases per day with a record death toll. Health officials warn the contagion may persist until everyone is immunized or susceptible is exhausted, as industries face worker shortages and nurses remain scarce.
In Washington Democrats await orders from the president on the peace treaty and related legislation. Senator Ashurst of Arizona says the treaty will pass despite Democrats seeking the president’s view and urges action to resolve war time issues.
A St Louis Car Company employee was sought in connection with the loss of 19000 from a 46008 payroll stolen in twenty and sixty dollar bills. Nathan C. Kingsbury, executive at AT and T, died suddenly at his home in St Louis from heart disease. born in Mentor in 1866 and Oberlin College graduate.
Paris reports that Britain France and Italy will discuss expediency of removing former Emperor Wilhelm from Holland. No date for London talks. Berlin surrender and delivery to the allies hinge on diplomatic moves and possible German acceptance. Officials fear Wilhelm's return could rally the monarchists despite declining support.
A heavy snowstorm snarled transportation and communications yesterday. Cars trains and postal service faced delays as wires frozen and broke, streetcars ran behind schedule, and telegraph and telephone services were disrupted with more snow forecast tonight and Sunday.
A sister ship to the Buford, nicknamed Soviet Ark, may sail to repatriate Russian wives and children detained as reds. Wealthy New York reformers have raised funds to aid needy Petrograd Moscow children with medicine and milk. After talks with officials, the ship’s sailing seemed unimpeded, with the committee seeking permission for several hundred destitute women and children in the United States to be sent back to Russia aboard the Teller ship.
New York report on Harriet Sears a fifteen year old cripple who for fifteen years was kept indoors in the East Side room where she was born. She is taken to St Charles Hospital for crippled children for treatment and education planned by doctors and nuns.
Mexico plans a June 20 election with three contenders. General Gonzalez and General Obregon are established military figures, while former Ambassador Bonillas, backed by General Carranza, seeks the presidency.
In Lorain a public hearing on a proposed gas franchise drew under fifty attendees, about forty of whom were linked to gas interests. The letter argues the council should protect residents, noting many speakers favored the increase while fearing higher bills, and that the council last set rates at forty cents rather than higher proposals.
An earthquake rattled Washington and British Columbia during the night. In Bellingham windows shattered and brick walls cracked, while Beattle reported no damage.
A mishap during the race left the Vermilion team and riders Janet Vomplog and Enplebry with a fall. Officials reported no serious injuries, and the competition continued after a brief delay.
The Army transport Northern Wattite bringing the last AEF contingent in France and the Powhatan with 272 disabled passengers arrived in port. Rocky Mountain Club members greeted the ships at quarantine aboard a steamer with guests and a dinner. The Powhatan sailed January 16 and, after six days at sea, was towed to harbor by the Lady Laurier with eleven women and two children among the passengers.
Washington January 24 members of the hapse miles committee heard Rep Blea ton of Texas and Rep Divey of Ohio urge enactment of anti sedition legislation. The Texas member attacked AF of L head Gamper and said the labor department is honeycombed with anarchy. Brenton urged a Democratic cabinet that stands for Americanism to win in the coming election.
A large Central Delivery Company receiving shed on Broad Street collapsed under snow load. The 100 foot by 30 foot filmy structure fell onto wagons, sleds and stored goods, leaving the site a ruined eyesore. No injuries are reported.
Republican Senators held an informal conference to discuss procedure for a peace treaty amid opposition from the Johnson and Lorah groups. Senator Lodge planned further talks with the Republican Reservation group and Hitchcock to press a compromise, with a meeting expected among Republican factions and Democrats early next week.
Delegates to the second pan American financial conference left for Annapolis after a visit with Secretary Daniels at the Naval Academy. They will attend a bouquet by Secretary Glass, then travel to Philadelphia. Monday and Tuesday include a tour of the Slog Island shipping plant.
Washington Jan 24 Representative Lufkin of Massachusetts announced his candidacy as a delegate pledged to support Maj Gen Jaone ard Wood at the Republican national convention. He noted Coolidge managers want a band picked first of delegates. He warned against delegates with a second choice. He said influence would be manipulated.
The Metric church Men's Club hosted a supper for 100 plus attendees. Rev. E L Waldart spoke on rebuilding a world, urging cooperation with God to create a better social, industrial, and spiritual order after the war.
Former emperor William is not surprised by the Dutch governor’s refusal to surrender. The event unfolds at the castle where he resides as Allied forces press for action. The correspondent notes officials had not officially informed the castle residents of any expedition.
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