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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1928

Page

3

Aerial Tour Over Elyria Lorain County With Pilot Van Derveer

Roy Reisinger recounts a first time flight from Elyria to Lorain in a 90 hp plane piloted by Carl Van Derveer. He describes the view from 2800 feet showing factories, Lake Erie, Gulf Farms, and landmarks, noting wind challenges but a safe landing at the hangar. He praises the pilot’s handling and plans future flights, keeping the wife in suspense.

Roy Reisinger Elyria Waco Suiyria Air Service la Porte Bob Clark Chronicle- Sopplegram R. E. Yves Bob Carl van Derveer Ernie Vandrush Motor Ven Derveer Ives Mother Earth Black River Eastern Heights Falcon General Industries Gulf Farms Spring Valley Lorain Hecock Darek Lakeavey National Tube Mills Mense Cromwell Lake Erie Detroit van Dervyeer Amherst Lake Kelly's Island Cedar Point Sandusky Oak Point Sunny-Side Vermilion-on-the-Lake Vermilion Lake Road Tribune Tower Cleveland Avon County House Steel and Tubes Chronicle Bood Ely Park Ths van Derveere Chronicle-Telegram

Few Property Owners Dwell Outside City

Elyria city records show about 750 property owners were notified to repair or build sidewalks, but 75 live outside Elyria, meaning roughly 90 percent of the delinquent list are residents. The list, prepared weeks ago, enables the city to compel repairs and assess costs if not completed within set time.

Elyria Harvey Cheney

Chronicle-Telegram Free Swims Begin This Week

Free swims start at the YMLC this Monday with sessions on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Any boy in the city who is met a member may obtain a free swim by clipping the coupon in the Chronicle Telegram of Friday, June 186.

Chronicle-Telegram YMLC Chronicle Telegram

Beatty law discussed by Foraker in township option push

Dr. Russell recalls presenting the township local option bill to Governor Joseph Benson Foraker in Columbus. Foraker warned that the measure would rile neighbors in Hamilton County like a red rag to a bull, then promised to think it over and respond the next day. That evening he met Mrs. Foraker at the inaugural reception.

Joseph Benson Foraker Ohio Columbus Governor Foraker Russell Foraker Hamton County

First Elyrians Buy Airplane Tickets for Detroit

Marion Boyd and George D. Hurlbut of Elyria bought the first airplane tickets to Detroit yesterday at the Southwestern Electric company office. They left Elyria at 3 PM and planned to depart Cleveland airport at 4 45 PM, returning from Detroit by train.

Marion Boyd George D. Hurlbut Elyria R. D Detroit Southwestern Electric Company Cleveland

Ohio Republicans seek unity after Hoover nomination standoff

Number one forces backing Herbert Hoover report a calm campaign stance and pledge to focus on issues. Special trains carry Ohio delegates home as factions seek peace ahead of the November election. Defeat of Wilma Le Van by Hugh Clark jeopardizes continued unity and trusteeship within the party. Maurice Maschke is re elected Republican National Committeeman from Ohio with unanimous support.

Herbert Hoover Thompson Ohio Wilma le van Steuberville Republican National Hoover Maurice Maschke Cleveland

Ohio Nomination Ballot Clashes Across Parties

The article lists GOP and Democrat contenders for Ohio statewide offices including governor lieutenant governor and U S senator. It names Edwards Turner Martha? No, it lists Edward C Turner and a slate of Republicans and Democrats for long and short term lieutenant governor and several other state posts with candidates from major cities like Cleveland Columbus Dayton Kenton and Massillon Akron.

U. S Frank B. Willis Theodore FE Burton Cleveland Carmin. Thompson Carrington T. Marshall Zanesville Jacob Sechler Coxey Massillon Charles M Dick Akron H. D. Cook Ashtabula Agriculture Charles V. Truax Bucyrus Geo. White Manetta Charles F. Wharton Kenton Thomas S. Wright Lancaster Alex Moore Athens A. EB. Culbert Fremont Roland G. Davis Hamilton George C. Brasen Warreg John T. Brown Mechanicsburg Charles L. Young Rock Creek Edgar Ergin Columbus William B. McKinley Allen Dayton George C. Braden McDonald Reed Braden John W. Bricker J. Eugene Roberts Youngstown Clinton D. Boyd Middletown Gilbert Bettman Cincinnati Mathew L. Bigger Johnn

Renomination race outlines multiple candidates for county offices

The article lists Republican and Democratic candidates for renomination in various county and state roles. It notes several surprises such as Howard R. Butler filing late, and details candidates for sheriff probate judge common pleas clerk of courts and other posts including Grafton Elyria Lorain Oberlin and Amherst affiliations.

Eugene F. Babcock Rochester P. H. Rogers Grafton S. W. Lawrence Lorain Howard R. Butler Elyria Butler County Board of Elections T. C. Washington Clarence A Ward Penfield E. G. Mathews O. E. Rankin Clarence E. Adams The Common Pleas Court W. B. Thompson A. R. Webber Encumbant A. J. Kirshner Wim. A Miller Amherst Don. W. Myers C. T Biggs H. G. Curtis Luetta Peabody Oberlin

Foreclosure Sought On Cleveland Mortgage Note

Olaf KF Knudson of Cleveland sues George and Grace Young of Cleveland in common pleas court today seeking foreclosure of a mortgage tied to a note for 319.55 allegedly unpaid.

Olaf KF. Knudson Cleveland Common Pleas Court George and Grace Young

Knight of Providence Daughter Voices Support in Topeka

Senator Curtis plans rest in Topeka after nomination as his daughter, Mrs. Knight, recalls her first public speech when she seconded his nomination and refuses to speak again.

Knight Providence R. 1

Ohio judicial party slate announced with unopposed Buckley

The listing shows B Buckley of Dayton unopposed. Democratic candidates James Patrick Mangan of Cleveland and Fred M. Bushnell of Mansfield for supreme court seats. Republicans nominate Robert H. Day of Massillon and Frank W. Geiger of Springfield. Democrats also nominate Dennis F. Dumlavy of Ashtabula and former Atty. Gen. Frank S. Moonett of Columbus.

B. Buckley Dayton James Patrick Mangan Cleveland Fred M. Bushnell Mansfield Supreme Court Robert H. Day Massillon Frank W. Geiger Springfield Dennis F. Dumlavy Ashtaula Atty Frank S. Moonett Columbas

Cleveland rate ordinance eyed for last reading Monday

City council meeting Monday may bring up the third reading of the Cleveland Southwestern ordinance that would raise the city rate for the transportation company. The complete paving program for the year is also expected to be discussed.

Cleveland, Southwestern Transportation Company

Fudge seeks divorce from wife who deserted him

Charles C. Fudge files in common pleas court for divorce from Effie E. Fudge alleging desertion on June 10 1928. He says two days earlier while convalescing in an Ashland hospital she struck him on the neck as he lay helpless. Married since 1911.

Ashland Charles C. Fudge Common Pleas Court Effie E. Fudge

Peeper Raises ire of local citizens on Fourth Street

A prowler and window peeper unnerves residents on Fourth Street and across the city. Police searched the area last night with no sign of the intruder. Several property owners say they plan to buy buckshot to be ready for a future encounter.

Fourth Street

Lorain Man Fined for Driving While Intoxicated

James Degan of Lorain was fined 100 dollars and costs in police court this morning after pleading guilty to driving while intoxicated. He was arraigned before Mayor James A. Hewitt following arrest on Court street Friday afternoon.

James Degan Lorain James A. Hewitt Degan Court Street

Machines in Crash on Broad Street Friday

Mrs Bill Young driving west on Broad Street Friday collided with a machine operated by R Becker. Police report states the Becker vehicle had a broken left front wheel and damage resulted from the crash.

Broad ST Bill Young Broad Street R. Becker Becker

Parking space south of city hall reserved for city cars

A sign this morning designated a parking space south of the city hall for city cars only. The space is now reserved and clearly marked for official city vehicles.

Appeals Liquor Fine Received In Police Court

Charles Billman filed a petition in error in common pleas court against the city of Elyria appealing a $200 liquor possession fine issued in police court. The fine was meted out June 4.

Charles Billman Common Pleas Elyria

Injuries Fatal To Lorain Man

Peter Groh, 45, of Lorain, died at St Josephs hospital after heavy pipes fell on him at the Ayon power plant yesterday morning. He sustained injuries in the accident that occurred while he was at work.

Lorain Peter Groh St. Joseph's Hospital Ayon

NUMBER SEVEN Continued from Paget

The enrollment has grown to 52 with hopes for an additional assistant by Monday. Grade V totals 34 with Miss Helen Sherman as teacher. Grades VI and VII total 48 under Miss Amela Turnbull, aided by Irene Hales. Grade VIII instructors are Mrs. Bb. Davidson, Ralph Obitts, and Miss Ruth B. Taylor. Park recess in church building supervised by a city policeman. more pupils desired.

Helen Sherman Amela Turnbull Irene Hales Graces VIII Bb. Davyidson Ralph Obitts Ruth B. Taylor

Wellington Pittsfield Fourth Plans Donated by Legion

At a special American Legion meeting Wellington's plans for a Fourth of July celebration were discarded as a courtesy to Pittsfield citizens who already host a successful event. The Legion will award a medal to the most valuable W. H. & S. football player for 1928. A committee of Evang, Curt tle, Harold Jrosser, Franklin Jones and Paul Powell will choose the recipient. Local residents Wilbur Suths family will weekend at Shelby. Mrs. Scott and children visit Alabama. Mr. and Mrs. Barber of Florida travel to Toledo to see friends. Superintendent Shields will study at Ohio State, and Pauline Hill leaves for Milwaukee to study.

Lexington Ohio National Electro Medical Association C. W. Beaman Cincinnat Thomas Lloyd Cincinnati Drs J K. Scudder F. H. Finlan C. A. Price J. Howe MeLachlin W. W. Nangleisen Mark E. Bowles M. M. Warne Oleen Kitsmiler Brian H. Nellans R. I. Thomas E. P. Zeume T. D. Hollingsworth Akron C. R. Deeds Canton H. W. Lear Coghocton Robert C. Curl Toledo H. I. Blood Middletown Dr. Blood Lear Wll P. D.z Bixel Pandora William H. Carey Bellefontaine L. Z. Kranklin Chillicothe A W Hobby Sidner J. H. Jenkins Delphos H. W. Powers Amherst J. F. Wurst Darton W. A Mae FE. White Dr. Beaman Pitt American Legion Legion Wellington Pittsfield W. H H. E. Evang A. B. Curtcle Harold Jrosser Franklin Jones Paul Powell Wilbur Suths Shelby Scott East Main Street Alabama Barber Florida Clair Hill Riends Shields Ohio State Columbus Chas. Roser St. Petersburg Fla Mary Roser Pauline Hill Milwaukee

Bats Prodigious Wings Inspire Thought on Human Limits

A fragment discusses bats with wings as long as ten-foot fingers and webbing, suggesting humans would need extreme elongation to match such anatomy. The idea highlights the astonishing scale of bat wings relative to body size and prompts imagination about natural design.

Markets Cleveland Produce Cleveland June 16 1650 lb sacks prices

Potatoes toes 1650 lb sacks round whites Nich Wis 2.50 110-120 lb sacks Idaho russet burbanks 2 S Carolina blis 2.50 3.78 Poultry heavy broilers 28c leghorns 27-30c heavy 25 26c medium stock 25 26c leghorns 17 13c old roosters 15 16c old ducks 20 23c geese 15 lic

Cleveland Nich Wis Idaho S. Carolina Blis

Answers on the Flag From D A R Chronicle Telegram

The Friday Chronicle Telegram publishes a reader quiz on the flag with D A R answers. It covers proper handling, display rules, flag colors, and symbolism including number of stripes, states, and the pledge. Frances Scott Key and Betsy Ross are named, with dates June 14 1777 and other details about flag etiquette.

Union West Street South Street Vflaff A. M P. M Betsy Ross United States of America Frances Scott Keir

Death Record Ellen M Sheridan of Lorain

Ellen M Sheridan, 65, wife of George H Sheridan of 41st Street Lorain, died Thursday night after 34 years in Lorain. Survived by husband, four daughters, two sons, brother Herman B Williams, nine grandchildren, four great grandchildren. Funeral Monday 2:30 from Grave Memorial church, Rev J H Smith officiating. Interment Elmwood Cemetery.

Ellen M. Sheridan Ellen M Sheridan George H. Sheridan Fast Thirty-first Street Lorain HW. Wentz R C. Harren E .R. Arnold Mabel Sheridan Ira Sheridan T. C. Sheridan Dayton Herman B. Williams Johnstown M. FB J. H. Smith Tn Elmwood Cemetery

Train confrontation ends with suspect shot by officer Jones

Jones fired a .38 revolver at a suspect who refused halt near box cars as a train prepared to move. The man, later identified as Wells, was wounded in the head and forearm and rushed to Elyria Memorial hospital. Wells was charged with carrying concealed weapons. the gun’s origin traced to a craps game.

Jones Columbia Steel Co Elyria Memorial Hospital Jones Ig Wells

Polishing Unit Adapts to Drill With New Disk

A new invention adds a patented disk to an electric drill creating a compact polishing unit for automotive use. The device converts common drills into rapid auto care tools, enabling efficient polishing with minimal added components.

Hunt Man On $25,000 Bond After Bank Robbery

Toledo police seek Wilbur Hand known as Pretty after he allegedly jumped a $35,000 bond for his complicity in the Gallon bank robbery on June 28, 1927. Hand, appealing a 12 to 25 year sentence, had the Lima district court uphold the conviction and Ohio Supreme Court review denied.

Toledo Wilbur Pretty) Hand Hand Canada Haond Lima Ohio Supreme Court

Tax Payers Line Up With 3 Days Left

The line of taxpayers at the county treasurer's office grew as only three payment days remained before Wednesday afternoon deadline.

Oberlin Glee Club to Perform Final Commencement Concert

Oberlin will stage the twentieth annual reunion glee club concert in Finney Chapel on Tuesday night June 19 as the sole choral event of the commencement. Since 1800 the first reunion concert has closed the program, and since 1908 this tradition continues. This year also marks the tenth anniversary of concert work for the Women's Glee Club. Director E Wickler issued an urgent invitation to current and former members of both glee clubs, the Musical Union, and church choirs to join the commencement chorus, with many alumni expected to participate.

Oberlin Boys May Attend Y Camp

Oberlin boys aged 12 to 16 may attend the Elyria YMCA camp on the Vermilion river from July 6 to 16. The ten day camp costs $10. Inquiries should be sent to the Elyria YMCA or to Earl Morris.

Oberlin Elyria ¥. M. C Vermilion River Brownhelm Elyria Earl Morris

Bradley to Deliver Baccalaureate Sermon at Finney Chapel

Dr. Dan F. Bradley of Cleveland will give the baccalaureate sermon at Sunday services in Finney chapel at four o'clock. An academic procession precedes the service at three fifty. Evening events include class reunions at five, with the annual Shansel meeting and faculty at home hours. Founders of the anti-saloon league met in Elyria this morning at Spear Library for address by Judge A R Webber and a noon reunion dinner.

Dan F. Bradley Pilgrim Congregational Church Cleveland College Finney Chapel Anti-Salaon League A. R. Webber Elyria Atre of Spear League Howard Hyde Russell Oberlin Ieague Westerville Ohio

City Lorain and Savings sues A D Burdge for note debt

The City Lorain and Savings company filed in common pleas court today a suit against A D Burdge of Wyrota asking judgment for 168.86 on a promissory note.

City Lorain and Savings Company Common Pleas Court A. D. Burdge Wlyrta

National Cash Register Men To Stand Trial

Eighteen National Cash Register salesmen and branch managers must stand trial for contempt in federal court. They were among 92 defendants charged in 1916. Trials begin in September with defendants from multiple states including Texas California New Jersey Massachusetts Idaho Oregon and more.

Cincinnati National Cash Register U. S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court Smith Hickenlooper Thomas W. ArcCue Dallas Tex Herman Meyes Long Beach Cal Charles Fortun Sacramento George F. Finnegan Riverside Jacob A. Goldman New Orleans Louis J. Desmare Clem Miner Des Moines Chester C. Hixenbauch Pittsburgh Robert J. Kavelage Elizabeth N. J Ernie C

Liquor Suit To Be Completed Monday

The case of John Zurcher against W. A. Murphy, a former Yorain booze squad member, seeks 210,000 for alleged false arrest on a liquor charge. proceedings began yesterday in common pleas court before Jury and Judge J D Barnes. All evidence was presented yesterday. The jury will receive the charge Monday.

John Zurcher W. A. Murphy Yorain Common Pleas Court J. 1D. Barnes

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