This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 11 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1929
Page
4
A suggestion compares the 19989 cost to train an army officer at West Point with funding an equal-year program for both men and women in peace training. The idea envisions diplomacy, conflict prevention, and historical study to foster peaceful solutions.
Former attorney general George W. Wickersham, chairing a Hoover commission study, suggests a system where federal border and interstate enforcement handles prohibition while states manage internal enforcement. The idea, though debated, is praised for candor and practicality but faces strong opposition from wet and dry camps and uneven state support.
John Joseph Cochran born August 41 1859 in St Louis County educated in public schools studied law but never practiced. He served as secretary to several representatives from 1912 to 1918 and was elected to Congress in 1927. He condemns toll bridge private franchises noting federal aid funds road construction and urging public interest over private profit.
A feller claims he could drink four quarts without showing it while discussing the puzzling disappearance of 785 barrels from a bonded warehouse in Chicago. The speaker condemns the reckless mix of enthusiasm and poor judgment surrounding the incident.
The anniversaries list figures from history born in 1520 to 1849. Notables include Louis Harvey Wisconsin governor drowned 1862 while aiding wounded soldiers, Mendel law of heredity founder born 1822, Julia Dear actress born 1830, Emma Lazarus poet born 1849, with other 19th century figures such as William S. Smith engineer and inventor, Sarah J. Farmer founder of Green Acre, among births and deaths across New York City and New England.
The Speedwell carried the Pilgrims from Holland toward America but they returned to port. In 1706 a treaty joined Scotland and England. In 1798 the frigate Constitution known as Old Ironsides sailed from Boston on its maiden voyage. In 1832 Napoleon II, Duke of Reichstadt, died aged 22.
Rear Admiral Edward R. Stitt born in Charlotte North Carolina 62 years ago. Arnold B. Hall president of the University of Oregon born in Franklin Indiana 48 years ago. Evelyn B. Baldwin explorer born in Springfield Missouri 67 years ago. Ulysses S Grant Jr son of the late General and President Grant born in Bethel Ohio 77 years ago. Thomas E Wilson prominent Chicago packing industry figure born in London Ontario 61 years ago. James Sperer international banker and public spirited citizen born in New York City 66 years ago.
A cautious note warns that being overly tractable at this degree may invite trouble. It suggests restraint by friends or relatives or external circumstances could hinder freedom of action. Both dangers should be avoided to prevent life failure and unexpected complications.
A Sunday morning program at Amherst Methodist marked the end of a three month attendance contest in the Junior department. Sixteen children received testaments after songs, recitations, and discussions led by teachers and officers. Names of recipients include Nina, Clyde, Warren, and several siblings, with presentation by Herald Allsop. A Friday school board meeting followed, addressing routine business.
The council approved the re pairing contract for the building awarded to Sibley and Sprague of Elyria and immediate work will start. Slack Sr. hired as janitor for the coming year. Miss S. O. Bailey to supervise school children. Several council members attended including Carl Gibson Arthur Powers Win Beckstine and Paul Mori. Community events include Methodist Ladies Aid at church parlors on Thursday and an ice cream social by St John’s Evangelical on church lawn. Weekend visitors and local activities are noted across Elyria and nearby towns.
Mr and Mrs Frank Saraway from South Ridge visited Saturday evening. King Boris of Bulgaria is an accomplished naturalist with one of Europe’s finest animal life collections.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.