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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1925
Page
1
Local report warns berry crops, especially strawberries, will suffer without rain within days. Home Brown berries are fair but smaller than usual as heat persists. Thermometer hit 93 degrees yesterday with a light breeze. morning reads 80 degrees and hot weather expected.
County Prosecutor D A Baird said he has not acted to suppress salacious literature but will seek guidance from the attorney general. He criticized who should judge such material. Newsstands in Elyria show several titles still offered while others are removed or reduced. The Sunday Star and Cleveland Journal have faced suppression orders.
Nass June 5 Willie MacFarland and Bobby Brookes tied after 18 holes in a playoff for the Open Golf Championship of the United States. Jones trailed by one at 17 but tied the 18th. both finished the playoff at 75 strokes. A 18-hole playoff was set for this afternoon.
Sam Okun, a sacramental wine dealer, and two employees were arrested by federal authorities on prohibition law violations in Toledo Ohio. Ten thousand gallons of wine were seized. Authorities say Okun held a government license but a government agent allegedly bought wine at his establishment. Marked money used in the purchase was found in Okun’s possession.
The Wellington game farm in Ohio reports about 2000 pheasants hatched from 2600 eggs set, with a projected 2500 more eggs to hatch each weekend for five weeks. Wild turkeys also appeared recently, as the farm aids sportsmen by boosting game bird populations. Funds come from hunting license revenue.
The Y M C A in cooperation with Elyria public schools completed a major beginner swimming campaign for boys in grades 6 to 8 who could not swim. Of 198 participants, 142 gained some ability after up to three lessons, with 112 taught from 10 to 60 feet and 30 still unable to swim after the third lesson.
In Boston on June 5 Wilhelmina Otto 70 left a note saying she would die by her own action. Her daughter Anta Otto 45 and a Rostyndale cripple were found dead after the mother ingested poison and collapsed in her home. Police searched woods where the body was to be found. In Lorain Mayor Hoffman criticized opponents over water plant electrification as a political move and urged swift modernization.
The U S Bureau of Labor reports women in clothing textiles and mercantile stores in 13 states tally 162 792 workers. Most exceed a 50 hour week with 18 572 at 58 hours and 2 945 at 60 hours or more while Rhode Island New Jersey and Maryland show the highest shares on a 48 hour or less schedule.
Edwin Baxter of the Cleveland Trust Co. told Ohio Bankers Association members that 123 homeowners are or soon will be back in their homes after the Lorain and Sandusky tornado a year ago. The Northern Ohio Reconstruction Co. handled nearly $1 million in funds with expenses under $8,000 due to gratis appraisals and custodial services by the National Bank of Commerce of Lorain.
John Pfeiffer of Lorain files for divorce from Mary Pfeiffer alleging her unfaithfulness since their November 1924 marriage and seeks separation. Bertha Hiser of Elyria sues LaRue Hiser at 78 Chestnut Street for divorce alleging neglect cruelty and requests alimony and restoration of maiden name Bertha Barnum.
W A Williamson 26 a Pennsylvania Ohio Electric Company bus driver was pinned between his bus and another by Fetus Rowe of Columbiana. Williamson had left leg amputated at the hip and right leg fractured. internal injuries reported. Rowe was arrested pending Williamson's condition.
In Cleveland on June 5, N and Clark acting chief prohibition officer testified as a defense witness for Merle C Copeland in a federal trial on alleged conspiracy to distribute Hayner whiskey in 1921 22. Clark challenged Armand Gardos testimony claiming Copeland took away permits and urged he and Copeland were in Columbus hours earlier.
The Elyria YMCA plans a summer swimming drive by the Department of Physical Education to boost all levels of swimming from beginners to advanced. Diving, life saving, and advanced strokes will be taught to those who can swim as well as to newcomers, with emphasis on keeping the pool active all summer.
Mrs. Ila Blake, 76, was found seated in her chair at 129 Oak Street late Friday. Heart failure caused death. notes and bills lay nearby. She was mother of Mrs. James Kenelly of West Street. Funeral arrangements pending Baker Undertaking, Amherst.
The Avon Baptist Church was granted permission to borrow 3000 for church improvements by Judge A R Webber. A small faction opposed the plan but the judge defended the churchs role and the moral fabric of the community, stating we cannot get along without them.
Lorain First Congregational Church trustees petition the common pleas court to borrow 79,000 and mortgage property at Washington Avenue and Fourth Street. The cyclone wrecked the old church nearly a year ago. Ernest Gross sues Lester Miner of Cleveland for 200 in a Ridgeville road collision claim.
Mrs. Augustus Perry of North Olmsted died at her daughter Mrs. H A McKenzie’s home in Lake Avenue at eighty one years ten months. Survived by sister Mrs J M Ford five grandchildren six great grandchildren two nieces and nephews. Funeral Saturday at 2 p m at 1226 Lake Avenue with Rev C F Wiseman officiating. Interment in North Olmsted cemetery.
CHRONIGRANS reports Frank Galloway filed a foreclosure suit against Eleanor Black for 2 mort gage totaling 8163.30 on a house and lot on Eastern Heights. Also W. Bing ham Co. sues Hackens Hackens for 338447 on notes. Port City Mortgage Co. seeks 850 against Steve Bero on a mortgage note. Speeding fines imposed on Floyd Brooke, Frank Slevitzky, and H. Diets. McGraw loses 310000 personal damage suit against Ernest Holloway. verdict for Holloway after brief jury deliberation in Lorain automobile accident case.
Report from Beaver Park records that a river boat carrying beer tied to Canadian imports arrived at a creek, fled as Lorain patrol boat appeared, and locals hauled ashore cases while others dumped the rest overboard. Two men reportedly took about thirty cases each before the ram vessel escaped.
On June 4, teachers from E H S hosted an open air party at the Vaughn home on East Avenue to honor Mr H M Ebert as he retires at the end of the school year after 31 years in local service and 22 years as principal. The gathering featured games, a cat dish, and songs including Home Sweet Home. C W Koppes spoke warmly while noting the need for balance between seriousness and cheer, referencing the Irish tale of truth-telling.
Frank E. Gleason a Boston delegate to the Shriners conclave in Los Angeles died in a hospital from anthrax. Doctors said the infection arose from a new shaving brush.
Sheriff Underhill and deputies found liquor and bottles at John Berger’s Huntington farm after a report of sales to a railroad camp. Berger pleaded guilty before Judge A R Webber and was fined 1000 dollars plus costs. unable to pay, he was jailed.
Mrs. Fannie E Lssing, 34, died at 657 East River Street from acute indigestion. She leaves husband, daughter Katherine, parents, and a brother. Funeral set for Saturday at 2 PM at Sudro Funeral Home with Rev. Harry Mubtey officiating. Burial in Goshen, Indiana.
At the state meeting of the Humane Society the following officers were elected: President Judge Frank J. Baldwin of Youngstown. Vice Presidents Walter L. Brown of Toledo and 23 UO Hosteler of Dayton. Willging of Cincinnati as Secy. Cloyd Smits of Piqua as Treasurer. Mrs. Edith Dustin of Cleveland. The 1925 meeting will be held in Dayton.
A prolonged heat wave drives up deaths across Ohio New York Pennsylvania and New England with at least nine in Chicago and three in St Louis as temperatures hover near 100. Cities report schools cutting sessions and workers using cooling measures while new records threaten to be surpassed in multiple states and regions.
County commissioners report state plans to widen East Bridge street bridge from about 28 feet to at least 40 feet outside the walks. Each side will gain an addition, with the state covering all costs as part of the state highway system.
A health notice lists actionable hot weather guidelines. Do not overeat or overdrink and drink six glasses of water daily. Avoid overworking and heavy clothing. Don’t sleep with windows open and don’t skip daily bathing. Eat only fresh food.
Joseph Kimmel, 26, of Lorain, was found in a gutter near Broad Street on the east side market. He was taken to Memorial Hospital by Officer Johnson and is reported improving. This marks the first heat wave victim reported in the area this year.
Elyria ex service men may have their war risk insurance reinstated in whole or part if the policy lapsed two years or more. Applications must be filed by June 7 per U S Veterans Bureau. The 1924 law set a one year conversion window after June 7 1924.
A major blaze in Mount Airy near Hagerstown Maryland destroyed the Mount Airy Milling and Grain Co and eleven other buildings including the First National Bank. The fire caused an estimated 3360,000 in losses and left several injuries. In Cincinnati three people were injured in a bus car crash involving Harry Koshover.
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