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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1921
Page
1
Dempsey crushed Carpentier with a flurry after a fourth round knockdown, forcing the French challenger to the mat and then out. The crowd cheered as Dempsey extended his world title supremacy, with Carpentier praised for a strong effort under intense pressure.
The Ohio Industrial Commission demands brick walls reinforced with cement for the East Broad Street Play House before it can reopen. Inspections found the walls unsafe and negotiations with proprietors continue while work on the entrance proceeds. State officials ordered immediate halt if not completed and financiers weigh keeping or altering plans.
Jones appoints Sartor as hall inspector to begin duties at St Bartor. The club recommended the appointment and a first dance is planned under ordinance provisions. A second inspector is to be named to assist, with decisions forthcoming.
In Lorain County a proposed three-mill emergency tax seeks voter approval for emergency purposes. The measure would cap excess tax use beyond regular rates and requires a sixty percent approval. The bill was debated this month and remains under discussion before final action.
Clarence G Dumas was appointed receiver of The City Market Co by Judge Redington this morning with a $5,000 bond. Jim Armtage seeks a receiver due to an unsecured claim of $93 and asserts the action on behalf of all creditors. The company is financially embarrassed with mounts against it, and an execution was issued by a Justice court. Receiver Dumas, who has managed the market during L M Grief’s illness, will liquidate affairs and distribute proceeds equitably.
The green line trainmen are supplied with fusees and torpedoes to mark tracks when trains are forced to stop on the line. Torpedoes placed on rails and fusees will aid safety during accidents or slow movements, ensuring protection when cars are disabled or moving contrary to schedule.
A young couple sought a marriage license at noon. Louise Miller claimed a recent divorce and obtained a certificate. The groom identified as Mumford but was not of age, aborting the plan.
Sinn Fein circles report a delegation to the London peace conference is set, led by Eamon de Valera. The roster includes Arthur Griffith, Michael Collins, Charles Burgess, Captain Robert Barton, Richard Mulcahy, Joseph McKeon, and Harry Boland, with de Valera as president.
Elyria and Lorain city authorities estimate total annual requirements near 1.98 million dollars for school operations. Tuitions total 293,878 for Elyria and 394,000 for Lorain with various credits and contingencies. Bonded indebtedness across districts stands around 1.73 million, with maturing bonds and interest payments due next year, while the county budget commission plans reductions of about 25 percent.
Attorney General Prices cites a letter to Lawrence Webber stating suit clubs operate statewide in violation of the law. Members fund purchases of clothing through regular contributions, with no fair share kept for members. Clubs will be prosecuted when caught, as with other forms of commercialized gambling.
The record shows a drop in licenses issued this June versus last year’s period. Ninety three licenses were issued this June compared with one hundred fifteen a year ago, a decline of twenty two, blamed on high living costs and job scarcity.
Elyria pastors agreed to hold Union Sunday Evening Services starting July 3. The rotation includes First Congregational July 3 Church of Christ July 10 Methodist July 17 St Paul’s Evangelical July 24 United Presbyterian July 31 with future dates to follow. Each service will feature a visiting speaker from another denomination. The series opens July 3 at First Congregational Church at 7 20 p.m.
A nearby fire threat near Lorain County Electric Sub-Station was halted quickly by a chemical extinguisher. The blaze likely started from an electrical connection and could have caused heavy damage to valuable electrical equipment. The sub-station serves the east side homes and factories with light and power.
The Carey Company submits its answer to a suit by Elyria Market and Storage Co. contending the work performed for the Market Co. was proper and that damages claimed were caused by an unidentified third party after installation.
Workers at Chronicle Telegram will take a paid day off Monday to relax. Some plan a trip to the lake while others head for leisure activities after a pause in production.
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