Stewart Carries His Battle To Opponents In Indiana Fight
Colonel Robert W. Stewart takes direct aim at his opponents as he seeks to retain the chairmanship of the Standard Oil Company of Indiana. He denies ties to the Continental Trading Company and says profits went to the companies via a trust, defending his refusal to answer senate questions as beyond the committee’s power. He also denies coercion to secure proxies and denies buying heavily to vote in the March 7 election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Robert W. Stewart
Standard Oil Company of Indiana
Stewart
Continental Trading Company
Senate
Thomas M. Debevoise
John D. Rockefeller, Jr
Standard Oil Company of
Indiana
Indiana Company
Debevoise
Suit filed for divorce in Elyria over cruelty
Clara Rominick of Elyria files for divorce from Mike Romnick on grounds of extreme cruelty alleging excessive drinking, abuse, and desertion since last November. Married February 1928. J H Bart and Flora Bart sue Elois Hess and others for 1870 on a promissory note. Foreclosure of La Grange mortgage sought. Alex Urlaki files suit against Carl Smith for 100 on alleged loan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara Rominick
Elyria
Mike Rominick
J. H. Bart
Flora Bart
Elois Hess
la Grange
Alex Urlacki
Carl Smith
Will Confer On Corn Borer Status
Representatives of the Federal and Indiana departments of agriculture will meet in Columbus on Wednesday with Perry Green state director of agriculture to set quarantine lines for 1929 for corn borer infested areas. Green notes concern over spread toward the south as the pest has reached headwaters of the Ohio, Miami and Wabash rivers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Federal
Indiana Departments of Agriculture
Perry Green
Green
International Committee
Irrigation System In Central Park Unveiled At $250000
A new irrigation system has been demonstrated in Central Park. The project, costing about $250 000, was shown recently in the Sheep Meadow area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Park
Students Enjoy Vacation As Teachers Grade Papers
Elyria high school students take a one day vacation after exams ended the first semester. Teachers busy grading papers as the new second semester begins Monday with a shortened period schedule to test operations. No Monday afternoon sessions. books pickup and error corrections planned. Cafeteria closed Monday. regular classes resume Tuesday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elyria High School
C. P. Shively
Death notice for Irwin Andress
Funeral services for the late Irwin Andress will be held Saturday afternoon at two from the Sudro Funeral Home. The notice updates that Harl Andress is one of the surviving sons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Andress
Sudro Funeral Home
Harl Andress
Samuel Hubbard 72 Dies After Long Illness in Cleveland Area
Samuel Hubbard died at his home on Middle Avenue Thursday afternoon at 4 25 aged 72 years 2 months 19 days He leaves four sons and two daughters including Mark Hubbard Cleveland Oliver Hubbard Cleveland Howard Hubbard Elyria Samuel Jr Elyria and Grace Roth and Fannie Schmidt Detroit Funeral services set for Saturday at 11 30 at Sudro Funeral Home with interment at Ridgetawn Cemetery
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Hubbard
Middle Avenue
Bess
Mark Hubbard
Cleveland
Oliver Hubbard
Howard Hubbard
Elyria
Samuel Jr
Grace Roth
Fannie Schmidt
Detroit
Michigan
Sudro Funeral
Ridgetawn Cemetery
Rockford Man George A Vincent Dies at 73
George A Vincent of Rockford Illinois died at his daughter's home Mrs J C Brrdon 205 Park Avenue Friday at 4720 pm aged 73 years 15 days The body will be moved to Sudro funeral home tomorrow and later shipped to Rockford for burial
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George A. Vincent
Rockford
Illinois
J. C. Brrdon
Park Avenue
Sudro Funeral Home
Two Lorain County Men to Leave Mansfield Reformatory
Dispatches from Mansfield report two Lorain county men Walter Ritter and Warne Sars will be paroled from the state reformatory within a few weeks. They are among 101 inmates slated for release in the period ending March 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mansfield
Lorain County
State Reformatory
Walter Ritter
Warne Sars
Senator Oscar Underwood Dies at Estate Home
News of Underwood's death sent ripples through the senate as Heflin urged immediate adjournment. The former minority leader and long time Democratic figure retired to Woodlawn estate after 1926 service, with Hugo Black succeeding him. Funeral plans awaited, Birmingham perhaps the burial site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar Underwood, Jr
Birmingham
Underwood
Senate
Heflin
Dem
Democratic Party
Finis Garrett
Oscar Underwood
New Flying Instrument Guides Course in Fog
A novel device uses two vibrating metal reeds in a shock resistant housing to let an air pilot quickly judge if he is on true course in foggy conditions. The instrument provides a simple audible cue indicating alignment with the intended path.
Elyria Y M C A Plans Washington Tour For Boys
John R. Siekkinen of the Elyria Y M C A says the Elyria boys delegation to Washington during spring vacation is nearly full with only four places left. The group, limited to fifty boys, will travel in a chartered large bus for the weeklong trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elyria Boys
Washington
Elyria
John R. Sieckkinen
Siekkinen
Abandoned Falcon Knight Coupe Found On Middle Avenue
A damaged Falcon Knight coupe with license DJ 151 was found abandoned on Middle Avenue near Eighth Street. The front wheels rested over the curb by the car tracks and the rear extended into the street with no lights on. The rear bumperette was knocked off and the left rear fender crushed to the tire. Police towed the car for owner recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middle Avenue
Eighth Street
Watch theft request to police from Monroeville man
George J. Oestreicher of Monroeville Ohio asked local police today to aid in recovering two stolen watches from his home. He asked that pawn shops be alerted to look for an open faced 21 jewel watch and a ladies watch. Oestreicher works as a filling station attendant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George J. Oestreicher
Monroeville
Ohio
Oestreicher
Auto damage in collision with Cleveland bus
A Cleveland Southwestern bus on Cleveland street skidded off the road near Abbey road and returned to the street as another auto approached. Charles Hennings of 611 Middle Avenue struck the rear of the bus, damaging the left front fender and bumper. The crash occurred about 7 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Cleveland Street
Abbey Road
Charles Hennings
Middle Avenue
Hennings
Judge Grants Divorce to Christiana Yates in Elyria Case
Judge W B Thompson on Thursday granted a divorce to Christiana Yates of Elyria from John Yates on grounds of more than three years absence by the husband. The plaintiff was permitted to resume her maiden name Christiana Nickolson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. B. Thompson
Christiana Yates
Elyria
John Yates
Thelaintiff
Christiana Nickolson
Icy Sidewalks Hazard Prompt City Officials Action
Safety Director John N Eidt and Police Chief E J Stankard work to curb icy sidewalks in Elyria as sleet and ice threaten pedestrians and drivers. Officials urge residents to spread ashes salt or sand and warn of liability for sidewalk falls. Several accidents have already occurred this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John N. Eidt
E. J. Stankard
Elvira
Eidt
Stankard
Elyria
Governor Trumbull Spies Florida Golf Links Post Inauguration
A photo shows Governor John Trumbull of Connecticut after inauguration, traveling to St. Petersburg Florida to enjoy southern golf links. The image captures the new governor's early leisure tastes in a sunny post inauguration moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connecticut
John Trumbull
Trumbull
St._Petersburg
Fin
Elyria Real Estate Group Hears City Knowledge Talks
A Elyria Lorain county real estate men meeting led by Jay W. Miller discussed forming a weekly real estate selling class. Talks covered city growth, Elyria parks, schools, recreation, and the Chronicle Telegram history, with population trends from 1833 to 1928 and the city’s train and industry impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elyria
Lorain County
Jay W. Miller
Chicago
Miller
R. E. Griswold
A. W. Kimball
Leroy Reisinger
Griswold
Kimbell
Cascade Park
Ely Wood
Ely Park
Riverside Park
Elytia County Club
Spring Valley
Kimball
Masons
Elks, Moose
Eagles
Kuigars of Columbus
Prayer Banner In London Parade Calls for King’s Recovery
A well dressed crowd in London displays a large banner bearing the inscription Pray Without Ceasing for the King's Recovery during a public procession. The banner anchors a broader demonstration reflecting concern over the monarch’s health and ongoing national anxieties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prater
London
Watch Out For Ticket Fakirs Says Stankard
Police Chief EB J. Stankard launches a citywide crackdown on ticket fakirs selling tickets by phone. He orders street vendors and pencil sellers to obtain permits from police headquarters. The fakirs exploit patriotic citizens and children collect payments before buyers discover fraud. Legislation for peddlers is advancing in city council.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EB. J. Stankard
Stankard
Change Name of United Oberlin Church to First Church
Oberlin January meeting of United Church votes to rename as First Church in Oberlin but cannot yet take effect due to legal issues. About 50 attendees heard reports, elected officers including Deacons E F Bosworth and J G Olmstead, and agreed to sell the parsonage at 172 College Street and buy Forest Street land for a new home. Budget of 29,395 raised by pledges, business for the Every Member Canvass highlighted, and a Business Men's Club meeting planned at Martin Inn with Charles W Wade to outline policies and credit bureau report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oberlin
The
United Church
James Brand House
James Austin Richards
E. F. Bosworth
A. P. Lothrop
J. G. Olmstead
L. W. Taylor, Sr
W. J. Horner
W. A. Heusner
Kate B. Leonard
G. W. Andrews
J. ©. Barnard
L. E. Burgner
H. N. Holmes
College Street
Forest Street
Business Bafen
Martin Inn
Charles W. Wade
Credit Bureau
Wade
Tiffin Faces Bird School in Final Home Game
Tiffin high hosts Bird School tonight at 7 30 for a regular league game. It will be the last home appearance for Bob Hamlin as he graduates this semester. His final game in the order of play against Elyria tomorrow will close his career.
Local Staff Return to Duties. Hospital Patient Improves
Nigat Officer Edmonds, previously ill with an infected foot, resumes duties this week. Meanwhile, F. H. Meddock, Southwestern local agent, remains in Allen Hospital but shows steady improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nigat Offcer Edmonds
F. H. Meddock
Southwestern
Allen Hospital
Middle-aged Pedestrian Seen Walking Daily During King's Illness
A middle-aged man was observed walking daily through a busy suburban district as the King's illness reached a critical phase, drawing attention from residents and local observers. The routine stroll was noted amid heightened public concern and media coverage of the royal health situation.
Cleveland market prices for butter eggs poultry and potatoes
Markets from Cleveland show butter in tablets 60 6Sc, flats 46 1 2c, eggs extras 41c, firsts 38-39c. Poultry express stock heavy fowls 30 3lc, leghorns 26 28c, ducks 30 38c, geese 25c. Potatoes list 150-lb sacks for several varieties with prices from 2.15 to 2.40 per bag. Car poultry sale up one cent per pound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
N. Y
Green Mountain
Idaho
Market prices for selected vegetables in Columbus
Beans hamper 5.00 b06.00. Beets Louisiana 2.00 per bushel. Petree Louisiana 2.00 per bushel. Lettuce crate 1.75 2.00. Celery California crate 5.00 6.00. Grapefruit box 2.75 3.50. Kale barrel 1.75 2.00. Oranges California box 5.50 6.50. Florida box 3.00 3.50. Peppers crate 6.00 7.50. Peas California crate 5.50 6.00. Spinach bushel 1.15. Tomatoes Florida repacks crate 4.00 5.00. 19‑lb cartons 1.25 1.50.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Louisiana
Petree
California
Florida
Cleveland stock market oddities and hog price ranges
Cleveland O Janu 23 hogs receipts 2000. Prices listed by weight: 250 to 350 lbs 9.75 to 20.00, 200 to 250 lbs 9.85 to 10.00, 160 to 200 lbs 9.85 to 10.00, 130 to 160 lbs 8.75 to 10.90, 90 to 130 lbs 8.65 to 8.90, packing sows 7.75 to 8.00. Cattle receipts 175. calves 225. beef cows 7.00 to 8.50. vealers 13.50. Sheep receipts 1000. fat lambs top 17.00. bulk fat lambs 16.00 to 16.75. cull lambs 15.50 to 14.50. fat ewes 8.00 to 9.00. Market mixed, with steers/heifers steadier and some declines in sheep.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland Livestock
Cleveland
Toledo Hog and Calf Market Report
Toledo Ohio January 25 hogs totaled 200 with prices 50 cents lower. Heavies 8.75 to 9.25, mediums 9.50 to 9.75, sows 8.50 to 9.75, good pigs 8.25 to 8.75. Calves light offerings steady. Sheep and lambs light offerings strong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toledo Livestock
Toledo
Grain and seed price notes from Toledo market report
Toledo market bulletin lists corn prices with No. yellow and No. 3 yellow bids, Clover seed cash domestic and imported quotes for old and new stocks with January February March movement, Timothy at 3.15, and other grains unchanged. The report captures regional bid levels and upcoming shipment terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toledo
Chicago farm price reports show varied receipts and stable markets
United States Department of Agriculture notes butter receipts at 5 048 tubs with varying quality grades from 46 1 2 to 47 cents. Eggs steady with 6 695 cases reported. Potatoes receipts total 620 cars with slow trading. Wisconsin round whites 90 cents to $1.10, Minnesota and North Dakota 90 to 95 cents, Idaho russets 1 50 to 1 70. Wheat No 2 hard 1 27, No 5 hard 1 10 to 1 1. Oats No 2 white 56 1 2, rye and barley offerings. Seed and meat quotes listed across multiple items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Wisconsin
Minnesota
North Dakota
Idaho
Grain and commodity prices from Minneapolis market list
Minneapolis flour up 10 cents per cwt while family patents quote 7.30 to 7.40 a barrel in 981d. Cotton sacks shipments total 37,613 barrels. Bran bids 31.00 to 31.50. No. 1 northern wheat at 1.20 3/8 to 1.21 1/8. Red durum at 1.04 to 1.05 with May 1.22 3/8 and July 1.24 3/8. No. 2 yellow corn 90 1/2 to 91 1/2 cents. No. 3 white oats 48 1/4 to 49 1/4. Flax No. 1 at 2.38 1/4 to 2.47 1/2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
Prowler Reported on Longfellow Avenue Last Night
Police received a call from Longfellow Avenue residents reporting a man prowling and peeking into windows. An investigation followed but the prowler was not located.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Longfellow Avenue
Pago Pago Ceded for Naval Base in 1872
Pago Pago, the South Pacific capital on Tutuila, was ceded to the United States by the native king in 1872 for a naval and coaling station. The harbor is described as perhaps the most valuable in the Pacific.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pago Pago
United States
Island
Tutuila
South Pacific
Pacific
Church merger now thought certain
In Cleveland Ohio on January 25 representatives of Congregational and Christian Churches moved toward a historic merger. A Congregational commission endorsed the plan after a briefing by Rev Wilson P Minton, missions secretary of the Christian church. Leaders say such a union would be the largest in American church history and may affect 1,000,000 communicants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland, CO
Congregational and
Christian Churches of America
Commission On Missions of the
Congregational Church
Christian Church
Wilson P. Minton
The
America
Minton
Lord Jesus Christ
Congregational Commission On Interchurch Relations
William Knowles Cooper
Metropolitan Y. M. Co. A
Washington
Philippines
South American
Fearful Insurance Agent Kills Wife Then Ends His Life
Albert M. Hartley 61 an Ironton Ohio insurance agent shot his wife in the heart then killed himself after fearing death and leaving his wife alone Police found two notes at the scene one says he feared death and did not want to leave her a will left to his daughter in Dayton named T A Ross as executor The couple were found by neighbors and Hartley's employer Western Southern Insurance Company was mentioned in a note Detailing possible money owed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ironton, O
Albert M. Hartley
Boses
Hartley
Western Southern Insurance Company
Dayton
T. A. Ross
Ironton
Premier of Spain gains steadily after grippe attack
Madrid January 25 Gen Miguel Primo de Rivera premier of Spain was improving steadily after a brief grippe. Physicians said there was no danger and he expected to preside at a cabinet meeting Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madrid
Miguel Primo de Rivera
Spain
de Rivera
Doorn Festive On Former Kaiser Birthday
Berlin January 25 Doorn in the Netherlands marked the former Kaiser Wilhelm II 70th birthday with a letter from President Hindenburg defending him against desertion charges The letter dated August 16 1920 argues the Kaiser did not desert and that without Armistice civil war would have resumed Doorn Holland Doorn locals and guests gathered at Wilhelm II residence for a reunion of Hohenzollerns and a display of his book My Ancestors dedicated to his wife Hermine
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Paul von Hindenburg
Wilhelm
Hanover
Doorn
Holland
Kaleer
Doorn House
Kaiser
Potsdam
Hermine
Also Mentioned on This Page
Crooks Coal Co
Lorain Co
Numser
Pillsburys
Lake Erie
Reisinger
Chronicle-Telegram
Archibald &. Park
Ashtabula
Lorain
East Avenue
Broad Street
Heman Ely
Park
Elyvia
Lorain Gazetts
Tetme
Flyria Chronicle
Elyria Telegram
W. B. Pocher
North Main St
United
Minneapolis Grain
Murbach Coal Co
Elsie Jeff
New York
Garment Retailers of America
Slater Coat Co
Blue Bird Sweet Shoppe
Court Street
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!