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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1924

Page

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U.S. World Fliers Arrive in Paris with Ovation

In a V formation the three American round the world planes landed at Le Bourget after departing Vienna at 5 45 am and Strasbourg stop. An escort of French planes met them at Strasbourg and the group flew on to Paris circling the Arc de Triomphe. Pilot Lieut Smith reported a storm and headwind slowed progress and noted sleep deprivation among crew. He also warned delaying final legs to Iceland and Greenland with supplies arriving after August 1.

Paris le Bourget Feld Strasbourg Vienna France Lebourget Wade Nelson Arch of Triumph Addira Smith Lerbourget Lieut. Smith Iceland Greenland

Tornado Kills in Augusta Kansas

The tornado that ripped through Augusta Kansas last night left ten dead and many injured as search teams comb the ruined business district. Authorities say recovery continues with hopes of finding more victims as debris is sifted.

Augusta Kas

LORAIN RELIEF DRIVE NEARS GROUND BREAKING TOTAL

The Lorain relief drive reports $18 089 raised by nine o clock today toward a $25 090 goal. Factory canvass and Sunday workers boosted efforts while headquarters stay open in the city park to push past the top. E F Allen vows the drive continues until every dollar is secured and asks surrounding districts to report promptly.

Lorain Elyria E. F. Allen

William Willert Rites Set For Wednesday

William James Willert 15, only son of Mr and Mrs William Willert, died at 1093 West Street. Funeral services at St Agnes church Wednesday at 9 AM. Dayton death: Robert Shields 70 died by hanging in a chicken house on Smithville road after slashing throat. long ill health noted.

William Willert William James West Street St. Agnes Church Dayton Robert Shields Smithville Road

Judge Refuses New Trial in Barner Barnard Divorce

Judge W B Thompson overrules Rosamond Barner's motion for a new trial in the divorce from George Barnard of Cleveland. He awards her $155 monthly alimony pending appeal to the court of appeals, totaling $15,000, which she rejects.

W. B. Thompson Rosamond Barner George Barnard Cleveland Court of Appeals

Arrest Kodak Thief After Long Run

A series of fines were issued in police court this morning. Rufus Spicer, a Lorain man, stole a kodak from L. J. Kindig and fled along Telegraph road, later pleading guilty to petit larceny and paying $10 with costs. John Fedor and Mike Barlock paid $5 plus costs on intoxication charges. Otto Eggert faced disorderly conduct and paid $5 and costs after being caught with Held’s Boston bull pup at Riverview park. R. D. Copas received $5 and costs for parking violations.

John Fedor Mike Barlock Rufus Spicer Lorain L. J. Kindig Telegraph Road Otto Eggert Boston Joe Held Riverview Park Egger Held R. D. Copas

Elyria Girl Shot Examining Pistol

Esther Page 21 of 108 Mound Street was accidentally shot in the arm Saturday night while examining a revolver. She was taken to Memorial hospital where the wound was dressed.

Esther Page Mound Street Memorial Hospital

Klady and Two Dry Raiders Dismissed Over Funds Exhausted

Bheri Underhill announced the dismissal of Deputy Sheriffs Frank Klady Carl Dern and C F Croyle who were deputized to handle liquor cases. The action follows exhausted funds to pay salaries as Prosecuting Attorney Webber and the court had secured limited money. Klady plans a statement detailing arrests convictions and fines.

Klady Bheri Underhill Frank Klady Carl Dern C. F. Croyle Cenaerlake Webber Kiady

Arrest Two In Series Of Thefts

Joe Leusinski, 17, and Jake Wohlever, 21, were arrested by Sheriff Underhill after a string of thefts. A break in at Newton Rays on Telegraph road yielded cookies, a gasoline can, and a gold watch. They admitted prior tire theft in Riverview park and will face arraignment with further charges in Lancaster and larceny.

Joe Leusinski Jake Wohlever Underhill Joe Newton Rays Telegraph Road South Amherst Lensinski Carl Mentz Wohlever Riverview Park Justice J. George Lancaster Wohlover

Tornado Splits Farm in Elyria Report

John Blythe, a farmer on Abbe road, told the police this morning that a tornado two weeks ago moved his house and barn from the foundations, blew down his cow and chicken barns, and caused extensive damage. This is the first damage report from the locality.

John Blythe Abbe Road Nolice Department

Five Deaths in Youngstown Auto and Drowning Crashes

Five fatalities were reported in Youngstown and nearby areas from yesterday’s accidents. Three men died in auto crashes Daniel R Convers Lewis Marion and Robert Laney. Florida Marinelli drowned while attempting to save a companion near Berlin Center. In Cleveland seven traffic deaths were recorded yesterday with safety day observations.

Youngstown Daniel R. Convers Lewis Marion Robert Laney Florida Marinelli Berlin Center Nicholas Petrarola

Elyria Officials Rooms Ransacked and Loot Totals $250

Burglars hit city offices in Masonite Temple on a Saturday night and stole $250. Cash of $100 from the service director James Hewitt, $150 from Masonic club secretary W. J. Tasman, with other offices found ransacked but yielding nothing. Entry by prying doors with a chisel and hammer blows.

James Hewitt J. C. Crisp Nothiing Masonic Club W. J. Tasman Board of Elections

League of Nations Calendar Reform Proposal Faces U S Skepticism

Washington July 14 experts oppose changing the Gregorian calendar arguing risks and complications in business law history and science. Navy Secretary says keep 52 weeks plus two idle days and begin year January first to avoid confusion. proposal to start December 22 and a 364 day year would disrupt astronomical data and schedules.

Washington League of Nations Gregory XIII Julius Caesar B. C Gregory Caesar State Department United States Naval Observatory U. S Wilbur

Mrs W J Sharp Dies In Muncie Indiana

Word comes of the death of Mrs William J Sharp at Muncie Indiana after a stroke of paralysis Sunday morning Funeral services will be held at Niagara Falls New York likely tomorrow The deceased lived here until months ago her husband with Willys Overland at the Elvira plant for years She was a member of the First Congregational church Eastern Star St Clair Rebekah Lodge and the Women’s Benefit Association of Maccabees and had many friends here.

William J. Sharp Muncie Indiana Niagara Falls New York Willys-Overland Company Elvira Sharp First Congregational Church City Order of Eastern Star

Young Couple Elopes Missing After Saturday Transit

Relatives of Sterling Ray and Dorothy Swartz wait for word as the 19 and 18 year olds disappear Saturday afternoon. Ray reported to police seeking a marriage license as the probate office was closed. It is believed the couple traveled toward Monroe Michigan to wed. Also, Everard at 711 Chestnut reports a dog bite on his calf by a dog owned by J W Edwards of 132 East Bridge Street. The dog is under observation to determine rabies status.

Sterling Ray Columbus Street Dorothy Swartz Williams Street Ray Monroe Mich KH. Everard Chestnut Street J. W. Edwards E. Bridge Street

Lorain Tornado Aftermath a City Sees Huge Crowds and Repairs

Lorain residents recount a July tornado visit drawing an estimated crowd of 75 000 to 200 000 people who viewed the ruins. Volunteers collected 2500 in donations while the city awaits state funding to repair school buildings at an estimated 200 000 cost. A shooting incident hospitalized a visitor and a youth faces juvenile court after an errant shot. Insurance adjusters settle a 1800 loss at the Children’s Home buildings.

Lorain Neck Lorain Thlis Hoffman Cleveland Baseball Co D. B. Symons Shane J. T. Geiger Cleveland Leavitt Road Flobert Henry Osesrege Lake Road Geiger St. Joseph's Hospital Osesrege Oberlin

Oil Lessee Loses Suit Hold Senate Right to Quiz

Justice Hoebling ruled the Senate Public Lands committee may compel private citizen Harry F. Sinclair to testify. The decision overrules a demurrer challenging Senate authority and upholds interrogation in the Teapot Dome case. Sinclair's counsel vow to appeal.

Senate Washington C . Fee Congress Justice Hochling District Supreme Court Harry F. Sinclair Teapot Dome Sinclair United States Senate Senate Public Lands Committee Justice Hoebling Senate Committee Martin W. Littleton J. W. Zevely George P. Hoover

Lorain Tornado Victim Identity Debate Widens

A second claimant emerges over the Lorain beach victim found after the cyclone claiming the body is Effin McDonald of Cincinnati, contradicting earlier identifications of Marie Bontar. Coroners and undertakers weigh rings teeth and a letter from Cincinnati while Mrs. Bontar seeks possession as Cincinnati burials proceed.

Carl Taylor Lorain Marie Bontar Effin McDonald Cincinnati Katherine Bontar Akron Colonial Hotel William McDonald Effie McDonald Summit County

Masked Robber Smashes Window Takes Jewelry Heist

A masked man smashed a display window at a Philadelphia jewelry store in the downtown district and escaped with several thousand dollars worth of rings and stones. Rings valued at about 2,000 dollars were dropped during the escape, and the thief fled in an automobile.

Philadelphia I Press

Dusendon Hurt In Auto Collision Near Ridgeville

C Dusendon of 102 Arizona Avenue Loraino was seriously cut by flying glass when his car was struck by a truck near Ridgeville at 11 15 a m Saturday. He was taken to Me Moria hospital but not admitted.

Juanita Pelhart Berea C. Dusendon Arizona Avenue Loraino MeMoria Hospital Ridgeville Dusendon

Local firm offers up to 100 for refugee aid work

Daniel Bates & Co promises to donate 100 dollars worth of painting or paper hanging to any poor distressed family in Lorain unable to cover the cost. The offer stands as a public welfare gesture that is expected to be widely used.

Daniel Bates & Co E. Bridge Street Lorain

Sneak Thief Hits Congregational Church Collection

Burglary at First Congregational Church office last night emptied collection envelopes from yesterday’s benevolent service. Loose cash taken, many personal checks discarded, reducing the haul.

Congregational Church First Congregational Church

Two Autos Stolen Saturday Night in Lorain Area

Two cars were stolen from parking spots Saturday night in Lorain. A new Ford one ton truck was taken from Second street East avenue near D E O Neill. a Ford coupe owned by RE McCulloch was stolen from in front of Caastree store on Second street. Sheriff Underhill arrested Clifford Jackson of Lorain in Youngstown on non support charges filed by his wife Maude. London reports the Prince of Wales will travel to New York on August 23 for International Polo matches.

Second Street East Avenue D. E. O'Connell RE. J. McCulloch Caastree Clifford Jackson Underhill Youngstown Lorain Maude George Court London Prince of Wales New York

3000 Killed in Argentina Revolt Reported

Buenos Aires dispatch says more than 3,000 have died in the fighting between Federal troops and revolutionists at Sao Paulo and Santos, Brazil, with reports reaching the city as battles raged and spillover effects were noted here.

Buenos Aires Argentina Sao Paulo Santos Brazil

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