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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1920
Page
1
Garford Manufacturing Co. reports temporary layoff due to a steel shortage. Central manager G. Baan notes reduced receipts and shortages in both ore and coal affecting the plant. Management plans limited production, aiming to keep some workers at work while awaiting supply improvements.
A disrupted scene near Oberlin involved several children including Julia Vereski Kraig To and Alice Sperve in a chase that ended with the party seeking shelter at a Cherlin Children's Home. They were later found by morning patrol and returned home under supervision.
The Associated Press notes changes at the cage theater as a smoking room opens for men and women in January. Patrons report women using the washroom and lobby areas for smoking, prompting discussion of new policies and access.
The article details a serious incident in Elyria involving Ria Young and the Kauffman family. It cites a doctor’s account of care given to wounded workers from a steel plant and mentions hospital service aboard a warship bringing injured soldiers home.
G D Smith of New York recently brought to the United States books valued at one million dollars. The shipment includes a rare 1599 edition of Venus and Adonis, described as two by three inches and weighing two ounces. Smith purchased the volumes at Sotheby's auction in England for the total sum.
The McKinley Day banquet scheduled for this evening at Hibs' is postponed to Lincoln's Birthday. Dr. Wenner cannot attend, delaying speaker involvement and related legislative insights. Ticket holders should keep their tickets for the rescheduled date.
A McKinley Day note urges wearing carnations in memory of Ohio’s honored son as floral shops report plentiful supply. The piece mentions a notable letter to the editor and acknowledges recent prize money won at Square Garden for a racing or poultry event.
Police Chief Stankard reports the policemen's dance for the pension fund raised 1 027 1By in total receipts with expenses low. Trustees allocated 775 to the fund, 1596.14 remains, and 40 was set aside to aid Patrolman Lloyd Sweet after his hospital operation. It was a voluntary effort with strong officer support.
A traction car on the electric line jumped the track near Richmond's eastern limit, injuring about 26 people. Officials say the injuries are not believed serious. investigators will review the crash and the car's condition after the derailment.
Associated Press report from Marianna Pennsylvania describes a mine incident when a fan stopped, causing panic and smoke. A miner was injured, ten men were trapped briefly, and officials said there was no fire while forty workers escaped.
Albany dispatch reports Debs address read into the record at the trial of five disloyal socialist assemblymen. Debs praised Lenin and Trotsky in a Cleveland speech last March and defended faith in U.S. laws and the Constitution.
An agreement reached between the Italian cabinet and railway unions ends the strike. Leaders of the railway workers will call off action and return to work immediately per the accord.
Report from Belshivik communications states 5000 rebels captured after two days of fighting in the lower Don region. Cavalry pushed eastward along the rivers Seree as operations continue with continued fighting and resistance reported today.
Washington reports a January note from veteran lawmakers describing how men who served in the war and later faced tubercular and other ailments fear discharge. The letter, signed by Second Lieutenant of infantry plane WN Tuamoend, warns of one year of treatment then release to self support at military hospitals.
Edwin T. Meredith of Des Moines named secretary of agriculture in President Wilsons cabinet reshuffle filling the vacancy caused by Carter Glass resignation. David Houston moves from agriculture to treasury. Glass exits as secretary, Meredith edits Successful Farming.
A distressed fragment notes a Building Code Committee meeting to revive plans and discuss trade and code issues. The text mentions report preparation and potential timelines, with ambiguous references to stakeholders and actions.
San Francisco news recounts a rapid marriage and immediate dispute between Asa M. Rogers, a New York salesman, and his bride. A cascade of times traces their day from meeting to the couple separating and seeking annulment. The narrative notes parental objections and the couple agreeing to divorce.
LBV Assorluind Press reports Ohio's total tax take for December reaches 147,385,200 with county and city shares rising sharply. State Auditor Donahue notes it is the largest increase in tax history, excluding special road and school levies. County totals approach 55,830,070 and city totals near 38,898,521, while statewide figures reflect substantial gains.
A two million dollar reduction from the 150 million dollar loan for European relief is being proposed before the House Ways and Means Committee. The note cites figures associated with the program and outlines the legislative review process.
Local officials in Vermilion face calls to detach Vermilion township from Kiriounty and attach to Lorain county. County commissioners have shown inaction sparking significant discontent as residents weigh potential votes and improvements.
Washington Jan 29. Government release includes texts of manifestos from the Communist International and the Communist Party of America. It cites aims to undermine religion and democracy, calls for workers to seize shops, and denounces majority rule while predicting upheaval during strikes.
Lorain man Jie Young pleaded guilty to grand larceny and was sentenced in Mansfield by Judge Hedington. The case involved a train bottling plant theft in Lorain and dates refer to prior arrests.
In Fostoria a worker named Longacre pulled a fellow line crew member from a live high tension wire after electricity struck him. The rescued man, about twenty five, was saved as the two men were in contact with the circuit only briefly.
Charlotta Lutz seeks divorce from George Lutz claiming threats with a gun, choking, and verbal abuse. She files in court and obtains an injunction to prevent disposal of property as charges of gross neglect are noted.
A government pamphlet fragment denounces religion and Christianity, describing atheism as a new creed and stating religion as a source of weakness, slavery, and fear while asserting a frontal attack on religious belief and institutions.
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