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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1927
Page
2
Letain county commissioners plan to meet the state highway commissioner in Columbus on Thursday to discuss the state's addition to the county appropriation of 140,000 and to obtain assurance on the amount of money available and which state highways will be improved under the plan.
Marie Podlesak of Avon petitions divorce from John Podlesak at the same address. She seeks temporary and final alimony custody of minor children and other relief. She accuses him of habitual drunkenness for over three years and extreme cruelty including vile names in front of children and alleged demeaning acts causing mental agony.
Henry Reichert, wife of Farmers Bank of Burkettsville, Mercer County, jailed on a grand jury indictment after a bank shortage estimated at 40 000 to 50 000. Reichert allegedly cashed checks for a local real estate dealer with no funds, and tied to a plan to raid funds to cover the deficit. Mrs Reichert claims she and her children face ruin from her husband's actions. Further arrests tied to the bank failure expected.
Mrs Amelia Jarvis known to friends as Crannie Jarvis died at home of her daughter on Easten Heights Boulevard after a week long illness aged eighty eight. She leaves two daughters Mrs B Bice of Elyrin and Mary Jarvis of Pirmosth Hogland a son and nine grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Funeral services will be from her daughter’s home on Wednesday afternoon at one o clock with Reverend Redhead officiating. Burial will be in Sidgelaw cemeteries.
A fragmentary page section blends odd notices and advertisements. It mentions dry cleaning by Wasserman, a satirical column style, and various shops selling candy, curtains, millinery, and postage stamps. Readership is invited to place notices, with a promise of careful review.
Walter Saunders resigns from his post as treasurer of Union Trust Co Cleveland since its 1920 formation. He began banking at Savings Department Bank & Trust Co and later joined Union Commerce National Bank in Cleveland before helping form Union Trust Co. He married Mabel Runce of Oberlin and was active in Westwood Country Club Clifton Lab Wil-Day Club. Details of his future plans unknown.
A community observance honoring Ludwig van Beethoven is set for March at the public school auditorium. The district's committee, including Superintendent Maston and Miss Mligbeth LE, organizes a commemorative concert with selections from Beethoven's major works and cooperative planning with local clubs and national advisor groups.
Ohio officials face tighter bond requirements as surety firms confront probe linked to local and federal investigations. Agents tied to misdeeds risk deposits of 109 percent of bond face values, pressuring cities before operations resume. Industry concerns grow as casualty firms assess exposure and recoveries amid extortion charges against officers.
A lengthy editorial debate argues that prohibiting enforcement cannot succeed without spies, claiming that government spies are essential like wartime intelligence. Critics warn spy methods risk government corruption, while proponents insist enforcement requires insider information and robust agents.
Local news notes that tryouts for dramatic club are planned at the high school with freshmen sophomores and juniors invited. Principal outlines dates for each class and the drama department will present shows throughout the year to showcase student talent.
A man sustains severe hand injuries after a tire incident near Broad Street Saturday night. Police and investigators, including state officials, inspect the scene and discuss the possible causes and responsibilities as they review the evidence and interview witnesses.
Hewitt will speak at the regular weekly dinner of the Young Meg a Club in the Yo Atomiglet. The speaker is slated to address phases of public safety and related community concerns.
The document lists names and roles of school officials and a Promotional Committee. It notes meeting times from 7:04 to 9:34 each evening and a chapel service at 8:04. Names include Ny Richer as chair and Mins Mabel Gasten as secretary, with Deane Rais as treasurer.
Ohio State University hosts the fifteenth annual Farmers Week with 350 events in a two day program attracting about 5 000 attendees including farmers housewives and youths. Speakers include LN Palmer Murray J Lincoln Lt C Taylor and WM Jardine with broadcasts aiding shut ins and rural residents.
Fragmentary notes describe speakers and attendees at a Prohibition era gathering hosted by WLC and local congressmen. Mentions include Nis Sanquet, Ohio delegation, Mrs Pinelon, and state president Die Woe Tu. The text is garbled but centers on organizational activity and reactions.
Trustees of Wellington Township request court permission to move funds from the general fund to the poor fund. A statement cites a fever epidemic and the need to cover bills for contracted care and expenses.
Philadelphia January 31 report says one man was killed and a policeman and a woman wounded in a saloon quarrel involving four girls and five men. Identification of the dead man, Barton White of Chester, is uncertain due to injuries. Officer William Rommel, 86, attempted to intervene as peacemaker.
In Youngstown Ohio a feud between bootlegger factions left Tripela dead and Nielk M. Wiame mortally wounded. Police suspect a renew of violence amid organized crime. A woman was found unconscious in freight yards. Mallamo, said to head a secret group, refused to talk to police.
Trank Stearns of Oberlin was fined $100 and costs for illegal possession of liquor. Minkely, also of Oberlin, received a $26 fine with costs for intoxication and disorderly conduct. Sheriff Matlovs reported a raid where both men were found with liquor. Stearns allegedly resisted arrest.
Mrs Edward Flaserade of 416 West Nia Street suffered severe burns to the head last night when she attempted to turn off a gas water heater in the basement of her home around 7 o clock. She was taken to the Kiryia Memorial hospital where doctors reported she is improving. Attorney Samuel Deutsch announced his candidacy for city attorney in the upcoming primaries after five years of practice with offices in the Riggs Savings and Trust Co Building.
Fragmented OCR reads as Oberlin teen case of purse snatching on Saturday. Mentions a robber wearing a hoodie and a possible getaway with a purse, with unreadable names and locations.
A jumble of notes reports residents recovering from injuries and others enjoying social visits. The item mentions a weekend program with pupil participation and a fire on West Lorin Street that had vanished hours earlier. It notes several hospital and home visits, plus a broken ankle from a fall on a porch.
A Sunday crash on East avenue involved a truck driven by Adam Serb and two cars. Pry and Fry suffered minor damage, while McMullen’s car was lightly hit. Serb refused to identify himself, was ordered to police headquarters, and expected to face arraignment on traffic violation charges.
A fragmented page discusses progress in science and sanitation raising living standards, with estimates of population and gains since 20. It lists state populations as of July 1, 1827 including Alabama Arkansas California and others, noting conservative growth expectations and immigration impacts.
Cleveland markets report mixed prices across cattle hogs and lambs with steady to firm tones. Notable entries include hogs at around 31 to 36 with varied weights, top lambs near 12.59, and bulk fat lambs 12.00 to 11.01, while steer and heifer quotes show general steadiness across regions Toledo and Cleveland livestock listings.
Columbus Ohio January 31 Ohio legislators return to the capitol after a weekend recess to face 185 bills in the first days of the session. Senatebooks show 68 bills 16 joint resolutions and 24 resolutions introduced. house 24 bills 19 joint resolutions and 15 resolutions. More than 500 bills expected as measures cover constitution amendments highway law tax and licensing reforms.
The case of Henry Warst against Salliet Sharp, administrator of the estate, was dismissed in the common pleas court. Judgment was entered for about 25,000 against the plaintiff, with costs awarded.
In a Browning trial resumption, judge Seeger denied admission of a diary said to reveal intimate details about "Peaches" and her associations before marriage. The scene centered on legal arguments, with family members present as lawyers debated excluding the diary and related letters.
NUMBER SEVEN reports a hold on publication due to pending events in China and uncertain reception of proposals for Anglo Chinese administration. The Foreign Office emphasizes Britain retains concessions and avoids surrender or evacuation. Shanghai not affected due to international settlement. New York markets show hefty bond openings with listed prices.
Last night Elyria police reported two burglaries on Broad Street. Barnes Shoe Store was entered by smashing a rear window and pennies were taken from the till. City Hardware Co. was entered through a rear door with five thousand .22 shorts, a .22 rifle, wrist watches, a gold filled watch, flashlights, and about twenty five dollars stolen. Investigation targets local youths with results expected soon.
The excerpt tracks the lineage of Elyria newspapers from The Ohio Atlas and Advertiser, The Rucker Sentinel, and The Elyria Courier, through mergers and name changes. It notes editors, publishers, fires in 1852, and eventual consolidation into The Chronicle Telegram, marking a long-history arc of local press development.
Birmingham area notes list residents and visitors with names such as J Parker Mr and Mrs Parker Mr and Mrs George Sopher A V Weidman and son Harry Molliple visitors Lorain Oberlin Wil called on friends on Butler road and Arton Andrews with mentions of boxing figure Al Melie a Latrel Mass cruiserweight contender.
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