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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1924
Page
3
An analysis of McAdoo's push to replace the two thirds rule with a majority for Democratic nominating, noting how the rule empowers a minority bloc to block strong candidates like Clark and Bryan, and how liquor and religion issues complicate a majority nominating path. It suggests the party may favor whichever candidate can secure broad enough support under majority rule.
A news dispatch notes ten county workers in Cuyahoga County were paid back salary after being discharged for political reasons under civil service rules. The piece argues such patronage harms efficiency and taxes, urging Ohio voters to demand business like governance and limit government borrowing.
John J. Lentz backs William Jennings Bryan as the Democratic National Convention nominee in New York. Bryan is seen as strong among friends and capable of aiding McAdoo, but his religious and prohibition views may hinder a two thirds vote, making a fourth nomination unlikely in the convention history.
A fragmented historical list recounts battles and leaders from Napoleon to 1833, with events from 1815 to 1919 and 1831. It includes births, deaths, anniversaries, and college milestones, plus scattered notes on conventions, anniversaries, and a satirical political aside.
Centenary birth of William E Smith Wisconsin governor 1877 81 celebrated. Winnipeg marks incorporation jubilee as city. Rt Rev John J Cantwell Los Angeles bishop celebrates alive jubilee. Harvard Day ceremonies follow long standing custom. Nearly 1000 Smith College girls attend National League of Girls Clubs biennial convention. James J Davis Coolidge cabinet ready to receive first college degree at Bucknell. Brown to confer LL D on Masanao Manihara Japanese ambassador. Brig Gen Harry Taylor to become Chief of Engineers on Maj Gen Beach retirement. Five thousand delegates from many countries gather in Glasgow for the ninth World Sunday School Convention opening. Conventions opening in Buffalo Pasadena Spring Lake and other places.
A commentary on civility and taxation in New Guinea contrasts modern progress with rural life. It reflects on social mobility, detective work, and the role of inquiry amid political and colonial contexts, citing a coal miner and British figures to probe usefulness and opportunity.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a mother in a large institution and a father struggling, with a child cited buying clothes. The text references ABE MARTINI and a poetic tone, suggesting a sociocultural vignette rather than a full event.
A playful tale unfolds as Matthews discovers a new tire on a borrowed car tied to a stolen vehicle and Plank Zarnke identifies it. Bankers are mocked in a local baseball skit while Dan Schnarr defeats a self-proclaimed US champion in a humorous station tale. Three great pugilists McAuliffe Dempsey Lavigne feature in a cooperative close.
A constitutional critique argues the gift tax is arbitrary and a possible direct tax needing apportionment under the Constitution. Charles Warren notes the tax’s classifications could violate due process, as gifts by different owners yield unequal, time-limited tax effects.
The poem speaks of freedom and national symbolism with vivid imagery of the flag. It describes the flag being fashioned from sky colors and light, the eagle bearer, and the banner as a symbol of liberty. The piece invokes heroism, battle, and triumph, ending with lines about freedom and valor. The author is Joseph Rodman Drake.
The Rawson Telephone Co received a first shipment of poles and prepared to install a new local system. Co E Johnston graduated from a six year course as midshipman at the Annapolis academy.
The council approved opening orth street from Chestnut to West avenue, while Ed Hance delivered the first clip of wool to Elyria, selling it to W F Wussey for 373 per pound, about 7 1 2 cents higher than last year. The 1889 high school class received diplomas for graduates including Mary Rockwood Clara Conrs Nelson Abbe Agnes Johnson Harriette Pomroy and others.
The text notes Briand serving as minister of instruction in 1903 and later as a senator from Gard elected in 1910, with a tenure as premier from December 8, 1913, to June 2, 1914. It also mentions a $5000 sweepstakes power boats race planned for the Buffalo Launch Club annual regatta next August.
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