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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1921
Page
2
The League of Women Voters in Elyma conducts a voter information effort for city offices. It sends out questions to candidates with replies to publish, plus a public meeting for face to face discussion to help voters cast an informed ballot on August 9.
The passage argues against relying on wealth or self over the common good in ethics and business. It warns that bad judgment underlies most poor decisions and urges self-examination to uncover the true cause of wrongdoing.
A fragment reflects on quick moralization and how a speaker claims to absorb or impart religion swiftly in a religious setting. The passage contrasts self‑mocking humor with a claim about rapid religious influence.
A terse reflection notes some people lack time for shame about their past sins as they stay busy defending the ones they are caught committing.
Citizens protest a local pet policy proposal claiming it infringes on ownership rights. Officials acknowledge concerns but push for a streamlined plan addressing animal welfare and public safety. Community groups warn of further action if changes aren’t made.
A long debate follows Amb Harveys claim that U S entered World War to save itself, not democracy. Papers from Philadelphia to New Haven dissect Harding and Wilson contrasts, noting various editors defend or rebuke Harrry while stressing the president’s stance and public sentiment about wartime aims.
A compact diary style note recounts Ohio milestones from 1834 to 1890. It mentions canal locks at Cincinnati on the Miami and Erie Canal, the death of State Auditor John Woods around 1794, the birth of Rt Rev Charles David Williams in Michiana, and the 1890 census placing Ohio as the fourth most populous state.
A string of events unfolds as a British teachers delegation sails from Liverpool for a conference in Toronto next month. The Christian Workers conference opens today in East Northfield Massachusetts. Bids open today for sale of 237 wooden ships tied up at Newport News. The Tower Family reunion meets in Hingham Massachusetts, tracing a 1664 homestead. Chicago prepares a public showcase titled Paceant of Progress to depict global advancement.
A fragment from a humorous Abe Martin piece recalls a short range circus graft tale and playful slang about prices and time. It mentions Taw ney Apple and a brisk walk that vanishes before a viewer can greet her face, capturing a rustic, nostalgic tone.
American factories last year produced over 115 million pairs of rubber heels enough to supply every man woman and child in the United States as well as the population of Greece.
J J Mungares opened a RCW eating stand on Washington Ave near the railroad. General L A Sheldon of New Orleans formerly of LaGrange ate in Elyria and would become New Mexico’s first governor. Elyria library received Horatio Alger books. Forest City Cricket Club vs Elyria Cricket Club slated. Weather swung from 100 in the shade to extreme cold with fires needed. Ticser Hose Co expanded to forty five members as village fire engines were discussed. Elhna Bas Ball Clublost to Oberlin 95 to 42. Lorain County Agricultural Society held its annual picnic at Purin Bay. Former B F Ferri ferried crowds from Lorain to the Islands and back.
Fields and Squires visit Elver Riz. Shawville station break in yields $100 in goods. Mrs Burt returns from Tennessee visiting son in Ridgelie Center. Visitors include Norie with Briggs in Cleveland. Allen Cittler place sold on Butternut Ridge. Maple repairs, Rev. Loung in town, ice cream social at church. Abbe from Beardry visiting daughter in Painesville. John Starter family in Elry. Beach family in Lakewood. Mary Tilberg Sands from Chicago with children visiting Hulse. C C Maple visiting Willbrook. Bainbridge returns from Memorial. P L Morgan and daughter back from East trip. Grangers host, Caton speaker. store closed for merchants picnic. Bertha Bell visits, Win Hudson at Tiffin. Sharon Center camp attendees. Church of Christ all-day Aug 14. Edward Varsey and wife visiting daughter. Alfred Wallington hosts. Colonial train draw crowds. Slater brothers guests of Rev B W Slater. Gessner 50-acre farm for sale on Station Road. Dr P L Morgan back among sick. Now Smith visiting from Elvira. Road repairs near finish. Noah Peck and Chas Maple with James Robinson in Florida. Rev C C Maple in Willbrook.
In Akron the home of Albert Pearce hosted a merchants' phopse last Thursday afternoon with Ralph Fortune and family in attendance.
Samuel Mantz son of Rev S Mantz of Brunswick is injured in Columbus auto crash. Late Miss Mary Kimball leaves $500 to St Paul Episcopal church. Grandson Lawrence Lutz of Barberton dies. Forest Jutz fatally injured when struck by B&O train at Creston. Gambling barred at Medina carnival. Medina Gaz & Fuel Co curtails Wooster district operations. Body of Dudney Berger en route for military funeral. Over 200 ring necked pheasants released countywide. Nina men and woman Lake exam.
A four year tenure on the council established the speaker in city affairs and earned public approval, leading to his election as mayor.
The article notes W.8 Waltz organizing a city independent baseball squad. It mentions vacancy details for a postmaster position with salaries of 2000 and 1800 dollars. Other items include juvenile authorities handling James Rutherford and shortfalls at a county office with a cashier’s discrepancy.
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