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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1924

Page

4

Love blamed for Boston tragedy in Harding case

Margaret Ellct Harding daughter of William P. G. Harding governor of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston killed herself within thirty minutes after learning of an engagement between Stanley Hawkes and Marg Baldwin both of Florence Italy Miss Hamlin Harding's friend disclosed the love affair details saying Marg Harding had grown deeply attached to Hawkes Hawkes reportedly sought to visit the Harding home in Boston leading to family disruption and the fatal act following Washington newspaper engagement announcements handwritten notes described as farewell letters were found after the suicide

Boston Margaret Ellct Harding William P. G. Harding Federal Reserve Bank of Stanley Hawkes State Department Marga Baldwin Florence Italy Va Hamlin Hawkes Washington Harding Mr. Harding Miss Hamlin

Funeral notes and suicide linked in Harding case

Funeral arrangements unfold as Miss Margaret Harding dies by suicide linked to cigarette smoking, with her father cited in a push to curb women smoking. The cremation is reported and ashes planned for Alabama burial in spring, while links to Mrs Amanda Moore Harding are mentioned in Birmingham reports.

Miss Harding Margaret Merfulert Tina Aiabama Charleston W. Va Margaret Harding W. P. G. Harding E. F. Morgan Birmingham Ala Amanda Moore Harding Boston Hersel

Dr. G M Ackerman Loses His Mother

The friends of Dr C M Ackerman mourn the death of his mother Mrs William Ackerman at Vermilion She died Sunday night at 11 40 aged 69 Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 10 30 from the late home in Vermilion

C. M. Ackerman William Ackerman Vermilion

Police Pension Fund Nears Fifteen Thousand dollars

Police chief B. J. Stankard reports the 1923 police pension fund started with 10,931 dollars. Receipts during the year increased the balance to nearly 15,000 dollars, with 7,157 dollars in the bank and the remainder in bonds and other securities.

B. J. Stankard

Mexican Rebels Broken by Obregon Forces

Advices from Mexico City report President Obregon's federal armies have defeated rebel forces on western and southeastern fronts. Rebel commander-in-chief General Guadalupe Sanchez is said to be a fugitive in the mountains near Orizaba with a small bodyguard.

Obregon War Office Guadalupe Sanchez Orieaba

City Solicitor Authorized to Prosecute Nine Pleas and Two Appeals

The city solicitor was empowered to prosecute and defend the city's interests in nine cases in the court of common pleas and two in the court of appeals, with council directing him to take any necessary action.

Court of Common Pleas Court of Appeals

Elyrian Wins Shelby Fight In Local Card

Sailor Joe Johnson of Fryberger's stable won his bout at Shelby last night on points over Johnny Boylan. In the main bout Johnny Horvath defeated Blackie Richards of Dayton. Mansfield defeated Butch Binder at Dundee with ten knockdowns. Martie Horvath of Mansfield beat Frankie Burke of Lorain in the featherweight bout.

Sailor Joe Johnson Fryberger Shelby Johnny Boylan Johnny Horvath Blackie Richards Dayton Dundee Mansfield Butch Binder Lorain Martie Horvath Frankie Burke

Industrial Cagers to Clash Wednesday Night in League

In the M. C. A. Industrial Basketball League third round, three games are set for Wednesday night. Last week's winners Colson Co, Columbia Steels and Fox Furnace face losers Enameled Products, American Lace and Western Automatic, with a slate of matchups: Colson Co versus American Lace at 7:30, Columbia Steel versus Western Automatic at 7:45, and Enameled Products versus Fox Furnace at 8:30.

M. C. A. Industrial Basketball League Colson Co Columbia Steels Fox Furnace American Lace Western Autogatics Yo. CL. Industrial League Columbia Steel Western Automatic Enameled Products

Arrest of Elyria Boys in Sandusky While Traveling to Detroit

Bennie Lupinski Shearstreet and Leon Arias Tattersall Court along with another boy were picked up by Sandusky police on their way to Detroit for work. Officers found they carried considerable money and notified Elyria authorities. Parents said the trio had worked at the Céléon Co and saved money for the trip.

Bennie Lupinski Shearstreet Leon Arias Tattersall Court Sandusky Detroit Sandusky Poice Céléon Co

Mellom plan cuts taxes for small earners approved

Washington January 29 The Mellom plan for relief to small income taxpayers by creating a deduction of 25 percent on all earned incomes up to 20000 was accepted definitively today by the house ways and means committee. Congressman Garner was defeated in an effort to raise the deduction to 15 percent and motions by Rep Young to cut the deduction to 15 or 20 percent were killed.

Washington Mellom House Ways and Means Committee Garner Young North Dakota

Oberlin Metropolitan Defeats Toledo Team 76-11

Oberlin Metropolis basketball team defeated Toledo 460 A. C. 21 to 11 in Toledo. First half 4 to 3 Toledo, Oberlin rallied in second half with strong defense by guards Bob Thomas and Dickson and offense from H. Gaines. Refs allowed rough play. Oberlin upheld its clean sportsmanlike reputation. Postgame visits extended to Mrs Mitchell in Toledo and Mrs Kings near Fremont.

Oberlin Toledo A. C Bob Thomas Dickson H. Gaines Caldwell Mre. Mitchell Fremont Thomas Shaw Burroughs A Caldwell Ares Runner Staunton Watson See H. Gain G. Thomas G. Geines G. Gaines Santer Moss

Millrose Meet signals strength in indoor track

New York reports preview the Millrose Meet at Madison Square Garden, seen as a gauge of America's track and field strength ahead of the international championship. Boxing notes include Stribling vs Schoendorf February 11, Barlenbach’s recent knockouts, and rumors of a Wills Firpo promotion with Tex Rickard commenting on Flypo’s status.

New York Samuel Madison Square Garden America Tex Rickard Flypo

Enlargement Water Works Plant Notes Technical Review

A detailed report covers boilers, stokers, and coal handling at the water works. It notes minor repairs, need for furnace patching, and a large upgrade gap in coal crushing equipment. Pumps show wear in No. 1 and No. 2 snow pump out of service, while DeLaval turbine pumps perform well. Proposes painting, valve replacements, and a new laboratory to meet State Board of Health demands for daily chemical and bacteriological tests conducted by City chemist Curtiss.

Tepaira Ohiotate Board of Health Ely Tia Water Works Department E.G. Curtiss City Board of Health State Board of Health State Board Curtiss Water Department

Proposals for Expanded Water Plant Staffing and Budget

The plan proposes adding a lab supervisor and chemist at a modest raise, limiting lab equipment to 400 dollars, and detailing operating records including 18 gauges and three steam meters. It outlines 18 required staff across roles from chief engineer to groundkeeper, plus salary forecasts and council ordinance needs for new positions at the pumping station.

Curtiss Rer ‘Hoch Vie Tech 5 Oper Elyria Ensifeers

Todd's Tonic Restores Appetite and Wellness

Charles White of New York reports Todd's Tonic revived his appetite and eased stomach worries after several doses. He says he can now eat varied foods without disorders and feels better overall. The tonic features a wine like flavor and is sold at Muir's Cut Rate Drug Store and other drug stores in Eyrta. Todd's Tonic laxative Tablets advertise a nightly dose making everything right.

Todd Chas. White St. Paul Hotel New York N. Y Muir E Yrta Advt

Potior Operator Salaries and Clerk Duties Outlined

Salaries mirror Potior operators at 1587 dollars for first quarter and 1725 dollars annually thereafter. One clerk, male or female, should handle dictation and be highly accurate with figures. Report notes data on coal, coagulant consumption and related items.

Siahiobws

Stocks Drift With Small Shifts In Early Trade

Irregularities marked the foretoom session with little selling pressure. Houston Oil led oil shares up 2.25 points to 73.25, while Marland Oil fell about a point to 38.50. Steel stocks firm and rails weakened slightly as most remaining issues posted minor changes.

New York Houston Oil Marland Oil Sandine

New York Noon Prices and Chicago Wheat Openings

CLEVELAND LIVESTOCK CATTLE receipts 100 market steady calves receipts 200 market 350 lower top 1550. SHEEP AND LAMBS receipts 500 market 250 lower top 1400. HOGS receipts 2500 markets steady to lower. CHICAGO opening wheat unchanged to 1-4 up corn 1-3 off oats changes.

Cleveland Chicago Lord

Tribute on McKinley Birthday Heard in Court

Judge W B Thompson called attention to the late President McKinley on his birthday. He spoke from the bench explaining he would not let the occasion pass without tribute. He reviewed McKinley's life, compared him with other slain presidents, and said his name would be cherished by the American people as a neat heartfelt tribute.

JUPGA McKinley W. B. Thompson Court of Common Pisas McKinsey Hass McKinney

Mad Negro Shot After Police Siege in Chicago

An unidentified man described as mad was killed after police surrounded his Chicago home following a siege in which he and his rifle repelled 29 officers with shotguns and tear bombs for several minutes. It was unclear whether he died from his own actions or police fire. Also, Washington reports the Treasury and Post Office appropriation bill totaling 729,893,451 dollars was sent to the House by the Appropriations Committee.

Chicago Washington Treasury and Post Office Department House House Appropriations Committee

Wendell's Pills Ambition Brand Offered At Local Store

If you feel tired or nervous due to overwork or smoking, buy Wendell's Pills Ambition Brand for quick relief. The ad promises three days to feel better and a money back guarantee on the first box, listing nervous system issues indigestion sleeplessness and loss of appetite as uses.

Wenell Ambition U. W Logan Tade W. Phillips Wendell Piano Ady

Lake Shore Electric Seeks New Franchise Terms

W. Coen, general manager of the Lake Shore Electric, met with the city council street railway committees to arrange a new franchise. He pledged to attempt acquiring land from the New York Central on North Street and to share paving costs on Lodi Street and provide iron poles. The conference was described as satisfactory and expected to yield results.

W. Coen Lake Shore Electric Street Railway Coen New York Central North Street AU Vneak Lodi Street

Boy 11 Lost in Cleveland After Streetcar Confusion

Alfred McGingis, 11, arrived at the central police station after being separated from his parents who had brought him to Cleveland. He said there were too many street cars in the town and explained to Patrolman Dick Menning at the information bureau how he got lost.

Cleveland Alfred McGingis Central Police Station Dick Menning Information Bureau

Postpone Booze Trial for Boston Man Due to Ill Wife

Trial of John Nieciecki charged with illegal liquor possession was postponed one week as his wife, a material witness, is sick. Washington report notes a senate committee proposed sweeping changes in World War veterans care after investigation of the Veterans Bureau.

John Nieciecki Boston Lad Street Defand Washington World War Veterans of America Senate United States Veterans Bureau

Last Night's Fights Across Cities in Five States

In New York Joe Ryder of Brooklyn won a decision over Irish Johnny Curtis in a 12 round bout. Paul Berlenbach of New York knocked out Frank Carbone in Jersey City. Willie Shaw of Jersey City defeated Vic Brog of Pittsburgh in six rounds. In Pittsburgh Jack Zivic outpointed Johnny Ray over 10 rounds. In Scranton Young Bob Fitzsimmons of New York won by technical knockout over Bully Walsh of Akron in eight. In Philadelphia Lew Tendler outpointed Ray Mitchell in 19 rounds. Dan Garthan of Philadelphia outpointed Lew Kid Lewis of Waterbury in 10. In Chicago Bud Taylor of Terre Haute beat Herbie Schaefer in 10 rounds. Tiger Cline of Las Animas defeated Patsy Roces of Chicago in 10. Mickey O Dowd of Muncie beat Steve Adams of Chicago in 10.

New York Joe Ryder Brooklyn Johnny Curtis Jersey City Paul Berlenbach Frank Carbone Willie Shaw Vic Brog Pittsburgh Jack Zivic Johnny Ray Scranton Bob Fitzsmmons Bully Walsh Akron Philadelphia Lew Tendler Ray Mitchell Dan Gartan Lew Kid" Lewis Waterbury Conrn Chicago Bud Taylor Terre Haute Herbie Schaefer Tiger Cline Las Ales Patsy Roces

Swamp Root Ad Claims Kidney and Bladder Help

Thousands of women with kidney and bladder trouble are urged to try Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a remedy. The ad warns of misdiagnosis and urges prompt treatment, offering samples for ten cents and requesting readers mention the newspaper.

Kilmer Dr. Kilmer’s & Co Binghampton N. C

Denby Resists Endorsing Retire First

President Coolidge declined to entertain Denby’s offer to retire if Mr Coolidge wished it. He said the resignation motions by Denby and Daugherty concern subsidiary matters, while focusing on the investigation’s primary aims. No names of lawyers to recover lands for the government were announced.

Cooliter Coolids Denby Daugherty Coolidge White House

Executions in Juarez for Revolt Plot

In Juarez on Sunday five Mexicans accused of a revolutionary plot were executed by firing squad in a cemetery after a public procession. Ten others were imprisoned in Chihuahua. A large crowd followed the death march to the burial plot as cavalry herded spectators outside the area.

Juarez Mexico Chihuahua Buric

Fewer Deaf Mutes Found Among Women Than Men

A brief report notes that among deaf mutes surveyed or recorded, women are fewer in number than men, indicating gender disparity in the condition or its reporting within the studied population.

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