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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 19, 1926

Page

8

Engineer to Explain Figures to Council on Sewage Plant

Gineer Gascogne the Cleveland gagipeer retained by Elyria to draft plans and estimate costs for a sewage disposal plant will meet the City Council tonight. His supplementary report outlines three site options and the cost ranges for each plant type at those sites.

Ganege B.gascogne Gagipeer Cleveland Sagn Elyria Gineer Council ON Sewage Gascogne

Search for Jimmy from Warren linked to Mellett murder

Canton Ohio July 19 reward exceeding 26085 offered by citizens and groups to avenge Mellett's death and end conditions said to have made the killing possible. Lately began a search for a companion known as Jimmy who may be from Warren Ohio and was with Pajalias the night Mel lett was killed.

Jimmy Warren Ohio Pajalias Mellett Canton Slater Tam Melett

Storm Toll In Ohio Include Doctor’s Death

One dead and one seriously injured after a series of Sunday storms hit parts of Ohio. Dr Harvey C Highman, a local dentist from Woodsfield, was crushed by a falling tree while fleeing a campsite near Delaware. Ernest G Davis, 30, suffered a broken leg, and both escaped to an open clearing with Mrs Highman and Mrs Davis. Mrs Highman carried aid two miles through the storm. Winds damaged crops near Marietta, while heavy rain and lightning affected Newark and surrounding areas.

Columbus Ohio Harvey C.highman Focal Ernest G. Davis Delaware Highman Davis

Canton ministers urge revival after Mellett murder

In July 1920 Canton pastors denounced the killing of Don Mellett and called for moral revival. They urged citizens to vote, demand justice, and uphold the First Amendment while condemning violence. Clergy linked the murder to threats against free speech and civic duty.

Canton Don Mellett Birchard F. Brundage Calvary Presbyterian Church United States Alfred E. Wilson Rette First Presbyterian Church Bald the Chronicle-Telegram Mellett Jesse 8 Dancey M. E. Church Babylon

Doctor Pleads Not Guilty in Box Tragedy

In Boston on July 19 Dr Thomas E Walsh and his wife Marion A Walsh pleaded not guilty to charges tied to Edith Louise Greene 18 found dismembered in a box and sack. They face illegal surgery and conspiracy indictments with varying bonds and recognizance. Authorities pursue Dr J Led Hanson an accessory after the fact in four states last seen in Atlantic City New Jersey.

Boston Edith Louise Greene Mattapan Thomas E. Walsh Marion A. Walsh Walsh Dr. J. Led Hanson Gland Atlantic City N. J

Akron Jewel Robbery at Forshee Home

Akron police probe a $25,000 jewel theft tied to a spate of housebreakings in West Hill. Mrs Forshee, her husband and son were attacked. jewelry including a $5,000 diamond ring and other valuables were taken. Police note prior warnings about jewelry display and a prior $2,000 robbery of the dentist.

Akron Thomas W. Forshee West Hill Forshee

Canton Mellett murder probes widen as officials push for action

Canton Ohio moves to locate killers of Don Mellett publisher of the Canton News. A 100-member business council may assist officials and police as Chief Lengel faces criticism and a push for a city clean up. Death threats to Rev W H Longworth and calls for police resignations surge amid renewed investigations.

Tragic Run of Fatalities Across Cities Reported

A list of fatalities and injuries from accidents and violence across multiple locales. Key names include Lucky-Adam Winebender and Elizabeth Winebender killed in an auto crash, Catherine Welsh killed in Detroit, and Eugene Hireshaw dying from a gunshot in Toledo. Other incidents cover drownings, automobile wrecks, a fall from a tree, self inflicted death, and a railroad accident involving Mike Onloyd and Paul Onloyd.

New Banker Lucky Adam Winebender Elizabeth Winebender Joseph Winebender Fremont Catherine Welsh Detroit Toledo Eugene Hireshaw Cincinnati Ferguson Schultz William Schill Ohio Cleveland Alfonso Mark Neil Frank Walsh Charles Sehler Mra Catherine Taylor Delaware Harvey C. Highman EP. G. Davis Columbus Springheld Lewis Turner Lynn Flushing Ouis Grooms Bellaire Newcomerstown John Bowers Tuscarawas River Urleans Pearl Patrick Louis Walker Smith Steubenville Mies Celia Bean Wellaburg W. Va Pennsylvania Frank W. Mora Petosky Mich Ravenna Philip Loesch

Canton inquiry to probe Canton church affair

The state prohibition department will be sent by the Governor to launch a searching probe at Canton independent of municipal or county authorities. Details of the investigation under Governor Donahey at Canton were not disclosed. H Sisson, the governor's special investigator, is expected to submit a preliminary report today on investigations at Canton conducted in recent days.

State Prohibition Department Canton Donahey H. Sisson

Thaw Hero of Beach Rescue Identified in Long Beach

Harry K. Thaw is hailed after a lifesaving incident at Long Beach where two drowning men were pulled from the water by a lifeguard and Thaw. He admitted a hand in the rescue but played down the feat, having been in disguise at the shore.

Long Beach Harry K. Thaw Thaw

Babe Ruth Fined for Speeding in New York

Yankees star Babe Ruth pleaded guilty in traffic court to speeding at 33 miles per hour and was fined 25 dollars. He had a prior speeding conviction two years earlier, for which a 100 dollar fine and a jail sentence were imposed. Fans cheered as he left.

New York Babe" Rath Yankees Babe

Jury probe of bank collapse under way

Steubenville Ohio July 19 The Jefferson county grand jury opened at 9 am to investigate the 1 million dollar collapse of Union Savings and Trust Company at Yorkville The state had a flood of evidence on the bank failure and officers actions Three bank heads are in custody and detention of others was forecast by the state The jury was expected to stay in session at least three days before reaching a decision

Steubenville Jefferson County Union Savings and Trust Company Yorkville

Runaway Brothers Returned After Detained by Police

Two youths aged nine and ten fled home on Abby Road early Sunday after telling police they were beaten by their father Wal ter Williams. The boys, Elbert Williams and Ernest Williams, gave false names and were picked up near their Cleveland residence at 10.611 Frank Avenue. They returned home with their father after police contacted him.

Elbert Williams Ernest Williams Frank Avenue Cleveland Abby Road Walter Williams

TARS COLLIDE ON WEST ST DAMAGE 16 NOT SERIOUS

Peter Kidd of South Amherst drove a car that hit a machine driven by Jake Zuea at 160 Woodford Ave on West Street. Police report no serious damage to either vehicle. Orman Wadington of Lorna fined $1 and costs for failing to make a safety stop on Lodi Street. Scott Little of 139 Charles Court received medical care for a cut on the forehead after falling from a swing in Cascade Park.

West ST Peter Kidd South Amherst Jake Zuea Woodford Ave Orman Wadington Lorna Wadington Lodi St Scott Little Charles Court Elyria Memorial Hospital Young Little Cascade Park

Woman suffers dislocated elbow at city hospital

Mrs Ray Baird of 326 Seventh Street was admitted to the hospital this morning after dislocating her left elbow. The hospital report states she was admitted for treatment.

Ray Baird Seventh St Elyria Memorial Hospital

Accident Hurts Picker and Local Court Notes

William Newberger of 340 Third St. was taken to Elyria Memorial Hospital for a dislocated right shoulder after reaching high while picking cherries. Judge A. R. Webber of the Court of Common Pleas will address Rotary Club tomorrow at Hotel Newell on The True American. Mayor Harry Hinkson discussed the case of George Dodsley at police court this morning. Dodsley was charged with passing his street car on Broad St during discharging passengers. Circle Smith of 928 West Ave. paid a $5 fine and costs for speeding last Thursday on West St.

Erry Picker William Newberger Third St Elyria Memorial Hospital Newberger George Dodsley Marseilles St Harry Hinkson Dodgley Broad St Clrcle Smith West Ave Smith

Bebe Daniels to Wed Athlete Charley Paddock

Los Angeles July 19 The world's fastest human remains unconfirmed as actress Bebe Daniels announces engagement to athlete Charley Paddock. Daniels notes plans to marry in about a year after meeting on the Berkeley Campus where she stars in The Campus Fad, Paddock supporting her in the first film venture.

Los Angeles Daniels Charley Paddock Paddock Miss Daniels Herkeley

Man files suit for divorce in local court

A divorce petition was filed this morning in the court of common pleas by J. G. Wenzel of this city against Edythe M. Wenzel of Cleveland. He charges neglect of duty and extreme cruelty alleging she neglected their home and moved out of the city to live elsewhere.

Court of Come Mof J. G. Wenzel Edythe M. Wenzel Cleveland Bross

Missionary Society Has Good Program in Wellington

Wellington July 19. The Missionary and Aid society of the Methodist church met with Mrs. Norman Griggs. Mrs. T. M. Pfeiffer and Miss Lena Dirlam took part. Mrs. Gertrude Holland sang a solo enjoyed by all. Speaker was Mrs. Leon Underhill of Elyria. Rev. Kerr spoke briefly. Light refreshments followed. Special hour enjoyed.

Missionary Society Wellington Missionary and Aid Society of the Methodist Church Norman Griggs North Main Street T. M. Pfeiffer Lena Dirlam Gertrude Holland Leon Underhill Elyria Underhill Kerr

Wellington Triumphs Over Lorain In Season Opener

Wellington sped past Lorain 10 to 3 at the fairgrounds in the first game of the season. Evans drove in four runs on two hits, Beaver delivered a three-base hit, and Wellington broke the game open with three runs in the fifth inning. Lorain’s Zuffa and Tohp played well, while Stacey, Prosser, and Jamieson stood out for Wellington. Next Sunday New London visits for a test of the strong Wellington club.

Fairgrounds New London Wellington Evans Beaver Lance Zuffa Tohp Lorain A. Stacey Prosser Greetham Jamieson Norris Bradstock Pitts Heaver Gariss Bstacey Rane Stock Zuff Kiska Tarde Lorain Kiska Wincho Ct Holp Piayers Teenie Rt Murdock

Big Hobbery in Columbus

In Columbus on July 19 police hunted for clues after a Sunday morning burglary at a fashion house. Stolen were 10000 in new fur pieces 8000 in cash and 6870 in checks. H D Robertson discovered the loss at noon. no forced entry or vehicle signs were found. The fur stash was on the third floor and cash and checks on the fifth floor where the safe was cracked.

Columbus H. D. Robertson Schallenberger

Market notes from Cleveland on produce livestock and bonds

July 19 Cleveland markets report butter eggs and produce prices with high retailer quotes. Livestock receipts show cattle calves sheep and hogs with varied but steady to strong demand. Liberty bond quotations open with multiple series and prices in New York.

Cleveland Cleveland Livestock Liberty Bonds New York Liberty Bond New

Three Divorces Granted by Judge in Common Pleas Court

Three divorces were granted this morning by Judge W. B. Thompson in common pleas court. Edwin Fridenstine was granted a divorce from Be the Fridenstine for gross neglect of duty. Isom H. Reed was granted a divorce from Dorothy Reed for gross neglect of duty and extreme cruelty, with custody awarded to Dorothy Reed. Bud Lockhart of Lorain was divorced from Noam Lockhart for gross neglect of duty.

W. B. Thompson Common Pleas Edwin Fridenstine Bethe Fridenstine Isom H. Reed Dorothy Reed Bud Lockhart Lorain Noam4 Lockhart Uty

Three Hurt In Auto Accidents Near Lexington

Ralph Sherwood, 22, of South Zanesville, Ohio, was in serious condition today with internal injuries after his car crashed into a bridge near Lexington Sunday night. Two companions, Carl C. Cook, 18, and Homer Lyons, 19, both of Somerset, Ohio, escaped with scratches and were believed internally injured when the car rolled over after skidding off the road.

Lexington Ralph Sherwood South Zanesville Ohio Here Carl C. Cook Homer Lyons Somerset

Women Rave Over New French Powder MELLO GLO

A new French process powder called MELLO GLO stays on until removed. It hides pores and lines and resists perspiration, giving a lifelike beauty to the complexion. Promoted by Lewis Mercantile Co. Crandall's Drug Store in an advertisement.

Lewis Mercantile Co Crandall

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