Cooling rains bring Midwest relief from deadly heat wave
Cooling rains and lower temperatures eased the nation’s worst heat wave that killed at least 200, caused crop damage and suffering. Forecasters said storm clouds and cool air from the Rockies would spread east, ending 100 plus degree days in many states. Eastern cities faced new record heat as the Midwest cooled and the heat moved east, with numerous prostrations and several drowning deaths at beaches.
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Mail plane crash claims Thompson pilot near Huron
William F. Martin a Thompson Aeronautical pilot from Pontiac was killed when his night mail plane crashed two miles west of Huron. The wreckage was found hours later. weather rain and low ceilings hindered the search as officials launched an investigation. Martin had 2500 flight hours and joined Thompson March 10 after earlier service with Brewer and Western Air Express.
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Western Air Express
Edwin G. Thompson
Farmers Happy As Drought Breaks Near Elyria
Farmers in the Elyria vicinity welcomed recent showers that revived parched fields and boosted crops. Reports say rain soaked the ground and aided corn, fruit spurs, and the 1931 fruit crop, with Horton Alger noting the impact depends on soil soaking depth and further showers.
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Elyria
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Horton Alger
Ohio Crops Die Under Severe Drought Across State
Drought grips two thirds of Ohio as crop values fall by millions. Counties statewide report near zero rainfall with widespread stock losses, pasture drying up, and fields of corn and potatoes failing. Northwestern and southeastern regions face ruin, while farmers in Wood and Hardin counties report significant losses and reduced yields.
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Williams County
Ohio Ends Three Week Heat Wave With Cool Front
A passing cool northwest wind and clouds broke an intense Ohio heat spell that lingered three weeks. Temperatures fell to the 80s as U S weather officials predicted thunderstorms and three days of relief. Rain blessed Northern and Central Ohio this morning, while heat related deaths neared thirty after three days of extreme heat.
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U. S. Weather Bureau
Teenager Clings to Poplar Tree for World Record
John Pruski continues his 100 hour tree climb despite storms and rain. A canvas cover shields him from wet conditions while an electric bell and radio keep him connected with his refueling team. His brother confirms he has not descended, with subsequent pages continued elsewhere.
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Senate Ratifies London Naval Treaty in White House
Washington July 22 the Senate ratified the London Naval Treaty and President Hoover prepared to sign the instrument of ratification in the East Room with Secretary Stimson and Navy Secretary Adams present. Senators Reed and Robinson attended as part of the American delegation. The ratification opens the path to U S ratification by Japan and Britain, amid a broader debate over the cost of U S naval buildup.
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Robinson
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Foreign Office
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House of Commons
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Norris
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Nebr
Cooler Weather Predicted Across Eastern U S
The U S Weather Bureau forecast cooler weather tonight over the eastern half of the United States with local thunder showers and lowered temperatures likely in New England states and mid-Atlantic to southern states including Pennsylvania New York New Jersey Delaware Maryland Tennessee Virginia North Carolina South Carolina Georgia Kentucky West Virginia and Ohio. Tomorrow should bring cooler conditions across the east.
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Ohio
Ivy assessments for storm sewer
City council last night passed an ordinance levying assessments on property owners for the Poplar street and Bon Air avenue sanitary sewer. The charge is a little under 96 cents per front foot. Construction runs from Abbey road to Bon Air avenue on Poplar Street and from Poplar Street to Lot Six, Block 24, City Farms allotment on Bon Air avenue.
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City Farms
Who Is This Elyrian Who Is This Elyrian
The silhouette above belongs to a young Elyrian well known for his public welfare work. He is superintendent of Elyria's largest welfare institution and is one of the city's most active citizens engaged in movements for the public good. He bears big responsibilities and meets them well. Do you know him.
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Richard Allen Post
Richard Allen Women’s Relief Corps No. 108
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The
Park Commission
Elyria
Freeman Stearns
Thomas Monroe
J. A. Kaley
Alfred Herold
Charles Abbey
Cant Stough
Amherst
A. S. Taylor
Frank Deidrich
Urban Deidrich
Charles White
Rotary District Twenty-First Assembly of Presidents
Rotary club executives from northern Ohio will convene at Spring Valley Country Club for the Twenty-First District Assembly of Presidents and Secretaries. About 150 attendees are expected, with speakers including a past international president and vice-president, four past district governors, and the Twenty-Second District governor.
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Twenty-First
Rotary International
Lawrence H. Webber
Elyria
Twenty-Second
City to seek state aid for Middle Avenue repaying planned
City Council last night started plans to request state aid for repaying Middle Avenue. A conference with State Highway Director Robert N Wald will be arranged to present the city’s claim. Mayor James A Hewitt urged early action before next year's state appropriations.
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Harry M. Remington
Walter Kohn
George Stark
Paul Wainwright
Lightning Kills Father in Avon Ohio Homeyard
Tony Piazza 50 died after a bolt struck his family yard near Avon Ohio while his son Dominic 17 suffered severe burns. Three nearby children were stunned but unharmed. Coroner M B Perry said the arc passed through Piazza from temple to toe tearing clothing. Dominic’s condition improved and he is expected to recover. The tree under which they stood was felled by the bolt. The Piazza home lies on Detroit Road near French Creek Road.
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Lorain County Tax Collections Near Three Million Mark
County Treasurer N D Backus reported that Lorain County tax receipts last night neared 2 606 000 with final totals uncertain as the deadline for payment without penalty approached. Mail payments arriving after the deadline will raise the total and Backus estimated the shortage below 3 000 000 will likely be under 200 000, attributing the gap to large allotments and high assessments amid weak business conditions.
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Lorain County
N. D. Backus
Backus
Paddy Harmon Dies After Car Crash Near Des Plaines
Patrick T. Paddy Harmon, longtime Chicago promoter and sportsman, died from injuries after his automobile overturned near Des Plaines. He died at Des Plaines emergency hospital where he was taken after the accident.
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Paddy”) Harmon
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City Council OKs Transfer Between Safety Fund Accounts
The city council authorized transferring 500 dollars from the police salary account of the safety fund to the outdoor relief account of the safety fund during its meeting last night.
Building Boom Sparks Hope Amid Low Prices
A recent article notes President Calvin Coolidge endorses building now as favorable, citing low prices for building materials, falling interest and insurance costs, and ample labor seeking work. The piece discusses how campaign lines emphasize attracting more people to home construction through these economic signals.
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