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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1936

Page

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Revolt in Madrid Crushed by Government Forces

Madrid reports the merit wing army revolt was crushed after fierce fighting. All rebel barracks surrendered, notably the Montana barracks near the presidential palace, commanded by Gen Joaquin Fanjul, with government troops, workers and militia surrounding and bombarding the position.

Madrid United States Radio Today Merit Wing Montana Barracks Montana Presidential Palace Joaquin Fanjul

Madrid Captured Report Heads to Unconfirmed Claims

London the Exchange Telegraph reports a cabled alert that rebels had captured Madrid but the claim was not confirmed. Seville and Ceuta broadcasts added to the murky picture with mentions of forces entering Madrid while radio traffic mixed bloodshed reports with dance music.

London Exchange Gibraltar Madrid Seville Spain Quiepo de Liang Andalusia Ceuta Mola Statinus

Spain Turmoil Across Expanding Mediterranean Front

Across Spain and Spanish Morocco unrest spills from Ceuta to Melilla with rebel control and loyalist reprisals. Mutinous crews hold Cadiz aligned ships as British Gibraltar watches while La Linea sees heavy casualties. Algeciras and Tanmer report ongoing clashes as the revolt intensifies along the shelling front.

Morocco Spain Mediterranean Africa Straits of Gibraltar Ceuta Afriga Tetuan Francisco Franc Tanmier Melilla Gibraltar Rock la Linea de la Concepcion la Linea Algeciras

Weather outlook generally fair with moderate temps

The forecast calls for generally fair weather with moderate temperatures tonight and Tuesday. No rain is expected and winds should remain light to moderate across the area.

Spanish Frontier Closed as Rebels Claim Cities

Reported front line chaos across Spain with frontier closed and rebel forces claiming control of several cities. Loyalist troops guard borders while reports speak of bombardment threats, civilian casualties, and international fear as Madrid faced a potential assault.

Highlights of Spanish Revolt

Madrid government proclaims suppression of rebel uprising in the capital. Gibraltar reports rebels threaten surrender or faces aerial bombardment. La Linea refugees say Madrid city fell. Algeciras reports workers killed and rebels controlling the town. Cadiz reports rebel fortifications bombarded by a royal cruiser. Morocco warships shell rebel strongholds as Franco calls for unity. Frontier sealed as workers arm in the north.

Michael McEwen United Press Gibraltar Ta Linea Royal Coruser Cérvates Cadiz MI Petertte Malaga Melilla Ceuta Morocco Madrid London Exchange Telegraph LA Linea Algeciras Gousers Tangive Melill Tetvan Francisco Franco Biarritz

Several Churches In Flames Report From Fort Bou

Report from Gerona states several churches were in flames near Fort Bou Catalonia on July 20. Armed volunteers loyal to the government patrolled roads into France from the border town and halted all cars. Motor boats patrolled the coastline along the frontier area.

Fort Bou Catalonia Patis Gerona France

Mother of Joe Cronin Dies in San Francisco

Mrs. Jeremiah Cronin, 45, mother of Joe Cronin manager of the Boston Red Sox, died at her San Francisco home today of pneumonia. Her three sons Joe Ray and James were at her bedside. she had been ill since Friday.

San Francisco Jeremiah Cronin Joe Cronin Boston Red Sox Joe Ray James

Reemployed Music Teacher at Elyria Township Schools

Mrs Lucille Cliff Kirwin of Oberlin was reemployed as teacher of music in Elyria Township schools at a board of education meeting held Saturday evening.

Lucille Cliff Kirwin Oberlin Elyria Township Board of Education

Spaniards tired of blunders say rebels seek monarchy

NEW YORK July 20 The Count of Covadonga Alfonso heir to the former throne of Spain says the revolt aims to cleanse the republic of blunders and prevent a coup to restore the monarchy He sells cars in New York to make a living while facing a divorce suit with his Cuban wife He blames radical leftists for the insurrection and notes similar past upheavals but adds there is no movement to restore Bourbon rule

New York Spain Republic of Lerrerstig Clements Alfonso Covadonga

Danish Motorship Novamaersk Destroyed By Fire

The Danish motorship Novamaersk of 3889 tons was destroyed today by a hold fire while anchored in Zamboango Mindanao. The second engineer suffered severe burns while four American and two Chinese passengers were rescued. Passengers named include Prof. Armin Kohl Lobeck and his wife Elmire 18 and Edward 12 of Englewood New Jersey. An injured officer is reported as Arne Uglebjrk. Details say the fire likely started after a violent explosion in the hold.

Zamboango Mindanao P.T Novamaersk Prof Armin Kohl Lobeck Elmire Edward Englewood N. J Arne Uglebjerk

Mass executions and refugees in Tangier and Gibraltar chaos

Tangier reports mass executions of loyalists by rebel forces in Spanish Morocco. Refugees tell of Moorish children killed by loyalist air raids and civilians slain for noncompliance. In Gibraltar, bodies line La Linea streets after fierce fighting as rebels seize Algeciras and hold territory. British destroyers kept ready to evacuate nationals amid closed gates and crowds seeking entry.

Walled Press Tangier Morocco Spain Tetuan Cibraltar la Linea Tebele Gil Yelier Minta Tune Gibraltar Algeciras Sitasion Spanish Whitehall Wild Swan Orde Ta Linea Moroero Jerez Tn Linea Malaga

Heat Wave And Drought Broken In 28 States

Heat wave and drought ended in 28 states after showers and windstorms. Sizzling highs faded with cool air from Canada. Arkansas Oklahoma southern Kansas and northern Texas saw 100-degree readings. Widespread showers helped crops but only drenched areas fully. Severe wind and dust storms hit Iowa Missouri Nebraska and Kansas, causing property damage and temp drops across the region.

Chicago Canada Alaska Arkansas Oklahoma Kansas Texas Indianapois Ind Madison Wis North Central States North Central J. R Lloyd Illinois Indiana Wisconsin Missouri Iowa Minunesute Nebraska South Dakota Osansas Lowa Ami Des Moines Uound Blufts Missouri Valley Sienandoah la Omaha Neb Cty Lewience Topesa Kan

Dust Storm Rips Midwest With 74 MPH Winds

Blustery winds gusting 50 to 74 mph swept the Midwest on July 2. Dust and debris clogged streets as power lines toppled and windows shattered. Flights, trains, and ground transport were disrupted while drought conditions persisted and temperatures plunged across four states.

Kansas City Midwest Mana Iowa Nebraska Missoula Kansas Trank Four States

U.S. Embassy Opens Refuge for Americans in Madrid

In Madrid on July 20 the United States embassy announced it will invite all Americans to seek refuge there if they wish, signaling a protective step amid tense conditions.

Madrid United States

Three Minorities Unite Against New Deal in Cleveland

July convention of Townsend Lemke and Coughlin followers launches a national campaign to block major candidates, aiming to force the election to the House. Leaders include Father Coughlin Gerald Smith and Dr Francis Townsend aiming to endorse Lemke and challenge Roosevelt and Alf Landon.

Cleveland Teaders Hoosevelt Townsend Ald Age Pension Clubs Ther William Lemke New Union Alf M Tandon Heal Jeaders House of Representatives Ch . E. Coughlin Oratary National Union For Social Justice Gerald L. Smith Huey Pooie Francis Townsend Old Age Revolving Pensions, Ltd Succes Goughln-ssmith- Townsend Lemke Darp -High Command Daetor Gerald Simtoth Townsend Townsend Movement Congress Gomez Smith New York James A Farley Tan Farley Snuth Oklahoma

Harter Awaits Replies On Bridge Funds

Congressman Dow W Harter of Akron awaits responses from Washington on securing federal funds to cover the entire cost of a new Lorain bridge. He said discussions and contacts are ongoing and expects replies by Wednesday. The estimated price range is between one and a half and two million dollars, with a conference arranged with a Lorain representative in Akron.

Washington Securims Loramae Veung Harter Lorain Akron

Davey Urges Funds For Relief In Cuyahoga County

Governor Davey asked the state emergency board to appropriate 54000 to Cuyahoga County for relief. The request cites dire need for food and prevention of eviction from homes. The board had previously granted 100000 to be repaid when permanent relief financing is provided.

Columbus Davey State Emergency Board Cuyahoga County

Multiple Traffic Crashes Leave Several Hurt

Police reports recount several traffic accidents yesterday and last night around Elyria Lorain and Oberlin. Calvin Cinfield and his wife were slightly hurt when a car driven by Cinfield crashed on Route 2 west of Elyria. their daughter was uninjured. No one was hurt in a crash on Luke Avenue involving Eugene Fritz and Ted Khloe. Mazza and Diederick suffered minor damage on Tioga and West avenues after Mazza’s car was rear ended. John Azah and Leo Branswet were hurt when their car left Route 58 and overturned into a ditch. treated at Allen Hospital. William Gutensohn and Russell Yearley sustained bruises on North Ridge Road after a ditch incident. Heiser and Alaski collided on Oak Point Road with five passengers uninjured. McIntyre and Johns crashed at West River and Griswold. both cars damaged.

Calvin Cinfield 126Th Street Cleveland Nfield Elyria Hot Renchert Eugene Fritz Favenur Elyma Ted Khloe Toledo Luke Avenue Mazza Ober- Imn Jack Diederick R. D. No Allen Hospital Oberlin Wilkham Gutensam East Avenue Hlyra North Ridge Road Russell Yearley Mendelcourt Gutensohn Robert Heiser Lauderdale Avenue Lakewood Steve Alaski Akron Oak Point Road J. A. McIntyre Griswold Road Jerry Johns R. 10 Oberlin Road West River Griswold Roads

Second Trial Opens In Wellington Bank Robbery Case

Jurors begin selection for the second trial of Edward Gremand and Anthony Papes, Clevelanders charged with the Wellington bank robbery on May 14. The first trial ended in a hung jury after 12 jurors deliberated five and a half hours. Akron Mary, famed in the Rymie Martin case, was seen among spectators at the rear with a young man. The defendants, aged 22, arrived with deputies handcuffed to the prisoners as a security measure. Neither appeared overly perturbed, and the outcome remained uncertain as proceedings continued.

Akron Mary Rymie Martin William Potter Cleveland Edward Gremand Anthony Papes Galy Gerald Nau Charles Leonard

Deputies Issue Traffic Tickets And Warnings

Sheriff Clarence Which Meant business when he issued the order Saturday to members of his department to war operring motorists in the county, was evidenced over the weekend when deputies issued several tickets and gave verbal warnings to a number of other drivers. Roy Barber, 48, Elyria, was arrested Saturday eve Deputy Ed Monroe van and charged with driving under the influence. He pleaded not guilty at arraignment before Justice Petro. trial set for July 25. He released under $300 bond. Charles Kranesy, 26, Cleveland, charged with DWI on Route 20. arraigned, pleaded not guilty. bond $3060. trial tonight. Alex Fox, Elyria, charged with reckless driving on Sugar Ridge Road after losing control and striking pedestrian Fred Laundon, 61. Fox pleaded not guilty. trial Tuesday. bond $300. Laundon treated for minor injuries. Miss Marian Lucas, 17, Lakewood, struck by a car on Route 10. treated for abrasions and an eye injury. Driver Anthony Yeagie said Lucas stepped in front of his car. Lucas accompanied by Raymond Slauter. Lucas taken to Memorial Hospital by Louis Fischer.

Clarence Roy Barber Elyria Ed Monroe Justice of the Peace Joseph Q. Petro Joe Woodings Paul Chapman Charles Kranesy West 94Th Street Cleveland Justice Petro Alex Fox R. D. No Elyrias Sugar Ridge Road Fred Laundon Charles Leonard Fox Marian Lucas Hazelwood Avenue Lakewood Memorial Hospital Miss Lucas Anthony N. Yeagie Edgehill “Road Raymond Slauter R. D No 2 Louis Fischer East 29Th Street Lorain

Real Estate Board Picnic Planned at Cascade Park

The Elvira Lorain County Real Estate Board's eighth annual picnic will be at Cascade Park on Wednesday afternoon July 22. A program of games with prizes and a 3 20 p m picnic is set. Open to all real estate professionals their families and a friend. Committee Wolf chair J W Lereet and R E Griswold organize the event to promote goodwill within the trade. Attendees should arrive after noon to start contests before 8 30 p m.

Elvira-Lorain County Real Eatate Cascade Park Cert Wolf J. W. Lereet R. E. Griswold

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