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The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1928

Page

5

Elyria Riding Club Secures First Members and Plans

Elyria Savings and Trust hosts a meeting led by Dr E P Clement to establish the Elyria Riding Club with an initial 25 members. The group approves purchases of five horses, outlines stabling and care, and plans housing at the fairgrounds and Spring Valley to serve residents across the city.

Elyria Athe Elyria Savings and Trust Smacleus E. P. Clement Fairgrounds Spring Valley

Odd Fellows Entertained at Elyria Lodge Event

After the J. O. C. F. No. 103 meeting, 125 members attended a stag party entertainment. Nadine Motts Rice gave readings, Clayton G. Hall and C. J. Mill Yer presented poems, and C. J. Miller led the program with impromptu remarks. A. E. Lord urged faithful service from all Elyria lodge members.

Nadine Motts Rice Clayton G. Hall C. J. Mill C. J. Miller A. E. Lord Elyria Lodge

Candidate Sieber Visits Elyria for Congressional Bid

Joseph B. Sieber and his father former State Senator George W. Sieber, both of Akron, visited Elyria to drum up support for the younger man’s Republican bid for Congress. Sieber, a Yale and Harvard Law School graduate, 42, plans an active campaign with an organized team in Elyria and district towns, and previously ran for the Republican nomination for governor.

Joseph B. Sieber George W. Sieber Akron Elyria Congress Joseph Siebér Chronicle-Telegram Yale University Harvard Law School

Death Notice Morris Carroll of Elyria Dies at 48

Morris Carroll aged 48 years two months and eighteen days died at his home 1057 East River Street Tuesday at 2 00 after four months of ill health He leaves his wife two children Maxine and Janet Mae and sister Mrs Gus Quade of Elyria He was a St Pauls church and Eagles Lodge member and had worked 22 years for Perry Fay Co Funeral services set for Thursday at 2 00 from St Pauls church burial in Ridge Lawn Cemetery

Morris Carroll East River Street Maxine Janet Mae Gus Quade Elyria St. Paul's Church Eagles Lodge Perry-Fay Co St. Paul’s Church Ridgelawn Cemetery

Mitchell dies at home in Columbia Station age 55

George Fred Mitchell aged 55 years 11 months 27 days died June 20 at 5 15 a m at his home. He is survived by wife Jennie B Mitchell a son Vernon A Mitchell two sisters Nettie Ohnes and Gertrude Risinger one brother R B Mitchell and one half brother Elsworth Baker all of whom reside nearby. Funeral notice later.

Columbia Station George Fred Mitchell Jennie B. Mitchell Vernon A. Mitchell Nettie Ohnes Gertrude Risinger R. B. Mitchell Elsworth Baker

Merchants To Award Lorain County Days Prizes

On Thursday at 3 20 p m in Ely park Elyria merchants and the Elyria Board of Trade will award prizes to Lorain County Days buyers. First prize winner receives 500 dollars, second 200, third 100, five winners 20 each, and ten more winners 10 each. A city official will conduct the drawings.

Ely Park Lorain County Days Elyria Elyria Board of Trade

Farrell to Leave for Toledo Department Head Role

Dan Farrell a 15 year Colson Co. veteran and Elyria figure will depart for Toledo to lead a department at Farrell Furniture Co. of Toledo He is a past grand knight of the Elyria Knights of Columbus and a member of the Elyria Elks.

Farrell Toledo Dan Farrell The Colson Co Om the Farrell Furniture Co Elyria Knights of ‘Columbus Elyria Elks

Police Seek Bellevue Farmer Missing Two Weeks

Police search for Alex Berberick a 43 year old farmer from Bellevue R D No 4 who vanished from home two weeks ago He left a wife and seven children and is believed to have left to seek work to pay debts He is described as about 5 8 with sandy hair and blue eyes and considered a man of good habits

Bellevue Alex Berberick R. D Berberick

Lodi Reports Finding Elyria Runaway Girl

Elyria police were asked by Lodi officials last night about a sixteen year old girl who gave the name Mary Benton and said she lived on a truck farm near Elyria. Lodi said no missing girl of that name had been reported. Chief E. J. Stankard stated this morning that she is being held.

LODI Elyria Mary Benton E. J. Stankard

City to build sanitary sewer on Second Street this year

The city plans a sanitary sewer on Second Street from Middle Avenue to Fast Avenue this year with new pavement on the same section next year. Sidewalk improvements are on the schedule and more than eight hundred delinquent sidewalk notices have been sent out by the city.

Second Street Middle Avenue Fast Avenue

Police Drive Out Gypsies From City Business District

Four carloads of unwelcome visitors were escorted to the city limits today and urged to move on after settling at Chestnut and Broad streets. Police described the visitors as Gypsies who then began to encroach on the business section.

Chestnut Broad Street

Car Strikes Truck on West Avenue in Hipton

Albert Haines of Hipton failed to stop at Second Street and West Avenue this morning and struck a truck owned by John Halpin. Police say damages were settled between the two parties.

West Avenue Albert Haines Hipton Second Street John Halpin

Warning signs planned along Yellow Line streets

Service Director John N. Eldt was informed by Lake Shore Electric that glass reflector warning signs will be installed at Yellow Line cross streets on West street Bath street Foster avenue Erie street and Bond street in the near future.

John N. Eldt Lake Shore Electric West Street Bath Street Foster Avenue Erie Street Bond Street

Ruswell Sues Thomas For 394 Damages In Car Crash

A. Ruswell files in common pleas alleging Joseph Thomas drove into his parked car on Lake avenue at 2 a.m. with both front and rear lights burning. The May 22 crash seeks $394 in damages.

Lake Avenue A. Ruswell Common Pleas Court Joseph Thomas Orain

Man Found Drunk Fined Five Dollars and Costs

Vincent Bubarski of Quincy Street pleaded guilty in police court this morning to intoxication and received a fine of five dollars plus costs.

Vincent Bubarski Quincy Street Ttis Bubarski

Auto crash suit seeks 3000 from Louis Hooseck in Cleveland

Julia Karmaromy sues Louis Hooseck in common pleas court claiming she suffered serious injuries as a guest when Hooseck's auto collided with another machine in Cleveland.

Julia Karmaromy Louis Hooseck Common Pleas Court Today Hooseck Cleveland

Koppenhafer Sues For Divorce In Common Pleas Court

Ernest J. Koppenhafer filed suit to obtain a divorce from Thelma E. Koppenhafer charging extreme cruelty and gross neglect of duty. The couple were married on Oct 8 1927.

Ernest J. Koppenhafer Common Pleas Court Thelma E. Koppenhafer

Cherlin woman seeks foreclosure over note and debt

Julia A. Clark of Cherlin filed a common pleas suit today against George R. Hecock and others for 2018.25 alleged due on a promissory note. The plaintiff seeks foreclosure of the mortgage pledged as security for the note.

Julia A. Clark Cherlin Common Pleas Court George R. Hecock

Edna Allen Files Divorce Suit for Gross Neglect

Edna M. Allen filed for divorce from Walter J. Allen in common pleas court today alleging gross neglect of duty and extreme cruelty. The couple married in 1917 and have one child.

Edna M. Allen Common Pleas Court Walter J. Allen

Seares Sues for $500 in Promissory Note Case

George A Heppenhafer of Lorain files a common pleas suit today against L A Willenbockel seeking collection of $500 alleged due on a promissory note.

Seares George A .Heppenhafer Lorain Common Pleas Court L. A. Willenbockel

Wants Pay for Work in Common Pleas Court

Frank filed a suit in the common pleas court seeking 689 dollars for services he allegedly rendered on Joseph Frank Sr. s farm. The action names Joseph Frank Sr. as the defendant and centers on unpaid work performed by the plaintiff.

Frank Common Pleas Court Joseph Frank, Sr

Mid-Wife Sued For $25,000 By Lorain Woman

Mrs Rose Youkas sues mid wife Christian Berth of Lorain for 25000 alleging negligence caused the stillbirth and serious illness to the mother during childbirth. The petition claims improper precautions and attendance.

Lorain Rose Youkas Christian Berth

Democrats Plan Foreign Policy Shifts At Houston Convention

The platform promises revamping the Monroe doctrine to curb European encroachment in Latin America while preserving sovereignty. It advocates broader League of Nations cooperation, world court participation, extended arbitration treaties, and reduced naval armaments. Marines would be withdrawn from Nicaragua and Haiti after stable governments form, with Haitians allowed to revise post occupation laws. A new Panama treaty and open door trade policy are also urged.

Washington League of Nations Houston United Press Monroe United States South America League Geneva World Court Great Britain Japan Nicaragua Haiti Luis Borno Panama War Department Canal Zone Canal

Coolidge and Hoover Era Fishing Trips At White House

National committee chairman commented on his undecided political future as President Coolidge and Mrs. Coolidge remain at Cedar Island Lodge. Weather keeps them indoors while Coolidge reportedly practices trout fishing and contemplates extended trips.

National Committee Mr. Coolidge Butler Hoover-Curtis White House Capitol

Jury awards 85000 in alienation of affections case

In Cincinnati Ohio a jury in common pleas court awarded Mrs. Mary Pennock Calerdine 85000 in damages for alienation of affections. The defendants are her mother in law Mrs. Mary Calerdine and brother in law William T Calerdine. The estranged wife of John Ralph Calerdine of Windsor Ontario sought 307000. Ten jurors deliberated two hours after a three week case session.

Cincinnati Mary Pennock Calerdine Common Pleas Mary Calerdine William T Calerdine Calerdine John Ralph Calerdine Windsor Ont

Sabo Must Pay Death Penalty

The supreme court affirmed Akron killer John Sabo's death sentence for Barton Painter's death on May 26, 1926. Execution date to be set soon by the court. The decision also reversed a Montgomery county ruling that had sentenced Freeman to death for killing a Dayton police officer.

Columbus Supreme Court Summit County John Sabo Akron Barton C. Painter Montgomery County Freeman Dayton

Risko Godfrey Bout Postponed Fight at Ebbetsfield

New York June 20 The Risko Godfrey bout at Ebbetsfield tonight has been postponed due to threatening weather and will be held Saturday night.

New York Risko-Godfrey Ebbetsfield

Public Schools Aid Fund Helped 95 Children in Racine

Ninety five children in Racine Wisconsin received needed medical attention last year funded by a seven hundred dollar contribution. The program supported by the Public Schools fund provided care and services for local youths.

Racine Wis

Famous Screen Dog Lone Eagle Visits Elyria

The German shepherd Lone Eagle, an eighteen month old film star from Hollywood, visits Elyria to entertain children at the Gates Home for Crippled Children. Owner Burt King showcases feats like door closing, typewriter use, telephoning, and word guidance without gestures. King plans a get acquainted tour to boost recognition of the canine film character among boys and girls.

Iamasake Elyria Hollywood Calif Gates Burt King Chronicle Telegram King Lone Eagle

Hull and Reed Camps Inch Toward Campaign Openings

Hull forces show little interest in Reed and vice versa as both camps delay organizing until leaders arrive. George R. Van Namee of Smith plans to come with a New York advance guard, while Reed sets up a hotel publicity suite with Frank J. Prince as manager. Reed expected Thursday.

Hull Reed George George R. van Namee Smith New York van Namee Duneau Frank J. Prince

Severe Wind Storm Hits Wilmington and Surrounding Areas

The storm left a city in darkness for hours as trees and poles toppled and Debrig debris cluttered streets. Wilmington faces about 840,000 in damage with nearby towns totaling higher. Monro e county reports 10,000 damage from a Norfolk wind event, with roofs damaged at churches residences and the Danford hotel.

Wilmington Class Woodsfield Monroe County Fair Grounds Danford

Remus Case Traces Bootleg King From Trial To Asylum

The narrative follows George Remus once a millionaire bootlegger and legal/medical battles over his sanity. From murder of his wife in Cincinnati to a series of court rulings on habeas corpus and commitment, the fate of the infamous figure unfolds through probate and common pleas courts toward possible release. The story also notes the era’s broader context with a closing line on projected world sugar use for 1928.

Jones Kinkade Matthias Robinson Marshall Day Allen George Remus Remus Distre Atlanta Penitentiary Atlanta Imogene Franklin L. Dodge Department of Justice Troy Dodge Cincinnati Lima

City Paving Delayed by Petitions Gaps

City Engineer John M. Powell urged earlier petitions for street improvements to avoid delays. He said this year's program will finish later than usual because property owners did not submit petitions in time. Officials plan a time limit on petitions to start work early, proposing fall or winter submissions for the next year's paving.

John M. Powel Powell

Avon Man Sued For 20000 In Two Suits

Jacob Diedrick of Avon is defendant in two $10,000 petitions filed by Charles E. Barnhart and R. A. Lambert of Willard. The suits allege Diedrick caused an auto crash at the Globacave muse and East 29th street corner in Lorain on May 27, injuring both plaintiffs.

Jacob Diedrick Avon Charles E. Barnhart R. A. Lambert Willard Diedrick Globacavemuse East 29Th Street Lorain

Market Snapshots from Cleveland Produce Market

Cleveland June 20 Potatoes from North and South Carolina bristles priced at 2.66 for branded and 2.25 to 2.50 for plain. Virginia branded 3.00. Poultry prices hold steady with heavy broilers 3.25 to 3.50 per unit and leghorns around 19 to 27 cents. Butter and eggs quoters unchanged.

Cleveland N. & S. Carolina Virginia

Local wholesale fruit market shows uneven prices in Columbus

Columbus Ohio June 20 local wholesale fruit and vegetable market activity heightened with irregular prices. Apples Winesap box 2.75 to 3.00 Roma Beauty 2.74 to 3.00 Beans hamper 1.25 to 2.50 Cucumbers fancy hothouse per dozen .20 to 1.25 Dewberries 2 quart crate 4.00 to 5.50 Onions yellow Bermudas crate 1.25 to 1.50 wax crate 1.25 to 1.50 Oranges California box 7.00 to 8.00 Pineapples crate .59 to 5.00 Tomatoes Texas lidded lugs 1.75 to 2.28 Strawberries homegrown 24 quart crate 3.50 to 4.50 Beets bunched dozen 6 Carrots new hamper 1.25 to 1.50 crate 3.50

Columbus. O California Texas

Cleveland Livestock Market Report Levelland June 20

Hogs receipts 1800, market steady to 10 higher. Top 1100 animals ranged 1990-1109, weights 200-250 and 130-160 lbs. Packing sows 850-875. Cattle receipts 250, calves 100, market steady with beef steers 1100-1155 and beef cows 775-1000, cutters 575-725, vealers 1350-1600. Sheep receipts 600, market steady with fat lambs 1450-1550 and cull lambs 1200-1350, fat ewes 450-600.

Cleveland Livestoork Levelland

Chicago cash quotations and livestock market brief

Market notes from Chicago and Toledo on June 20 show butter prices steady to firm with various butter grades quoted. Eggs unchanged with heavy case volume, poultry live and firm with typical carload bids. Wheat and oats hold near previous levels while corn and barley show modest shifts. Slower trading for potatoes with mixed regional prices. Toledo hog, cattle, calf, and sheep markets report light receipts and steady to slow conditions.

Chicago United States Alabama Louisiana Texas Bliss Triumphs North Carolina Idaho Wisconsin

Minneapolis Grains Report June 20 Minneaplis

Grain prices listed with flour unchanged at shipments 31 792 barrels. Bran 30.00 to 30.50. Wheat No 1 northern prices 1 36 to 1 38 for July September December. Corn No 3 fellow 96 98. Oats No 4 white 62 1-4 to 64?

Minneapolis

Business Men's club to discuss White Way lighting

Oberlin Ohio June 20 The bi weekly meeting of the Business Men's club in the council room of the town hall is likely to focus on proposed White Way lighting plans for the downtown business district. Lagging wires and poles remain in the streets awaiting action by the local electric company officials.

Oberlin Business Men’s Club Electric Company

Eleventh Hour Tax Rush Swamps City Office

Judson Stone, local tax collector, reports a last minute rush as taxes are due today with a 10 percent penalty for late payment. Lines form from early morning, and several thousand dollars are collected as deadline nears.

Judson Stone Stone

Fire damages county home barn on East College street

Fire at Lorain County Children's Home barn on East College street Sunday evening caused over 200 dollars in damage to woodwork. The origin remained unknown as flames were checked quickly by local firemen. little hay or produce was stored in the barn.

Lorain County Children’s Home East College Street Roose

Johns Funeral Held Monday

Mrs Edward Johns a 64 year old colored woman was interred at Westwood cemetery after a funeral at her home 215 Groveland Street. She died of an undiagnosed ailment last Friday morning June 15 and was born April 7 1864 in Kentucky. She is survived by her husband and several children.

Edward Janettea) Johns Westwood Cemetery Groveland Street Johns David Woods Kentucky

Seniors Make Merry At Prom at Oberlin

Oberlin seniors marked their four years with a long Senior Prom from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. with Jez Contrery and his Victor recording orchestra. After parties went to the lake and resorts for breakfast picnics moonlight trips and swimming. An unusually large procession of cars lined the streets around the Art building as the no driving rule was lifted for seniors during their last week.

Oberlin Jez Contrery Victor Recording Orchestra Oberlin College

Oberlin College Commencement Ends Today

The ninety fifth Oberlin commencement ends today as reunion classes meet at the lake for final gatherings. The class of 1878 wins best attendance with 17 of 26 living members present, followed by 1898 with 48.4 percent. The daisy chain ceremonies occurred yesterday at 5 pm after a weather postponement. Virginia Tuxeill, senior class vice president, gave the official investiture of cap and gown.

Oberlin College Virginia Tuxeill Cap

Holmes Named Faculty Member at Chemistry Institute

Announcement states Dr. Harry N. Holmes head of Oberlin College chemistry department will join the faculty of the Second Institute of Chemistry of the American Chemical Society. The event takes place this summer at Northwestern University Evanston Illinois. The institute is run similarly to the Institute of Politics at Williams College.

Harry N. Holmes Oberlin College Institute of Chemistry American Chemical Society Northwestern University Evanston, Ill Institute of Politics Willams College

City Removes Danger Of Big Elm

City crews removed giant branches from a massive red elm near J T Valassis at 25 Fourth Street after the tree was deemed a danger to life and property. Roots threaten a nearby foundation and city officials debate whether to prune or remove the trunk, which measures about 5 feet 6 inches in diameter.

J. T. Valassis Fourth Street Nto Elsyia Black River Plymouth Rock City Safety Service John N. Bjiot

Amundsen Nobile Rescue Efforts Loom Over Pole Drift

In Oslo the rumor of Amundsen landing near General Umberto Nobile’s encampment sparks cheers while rescue crews of 16 crew members on the Test dirigible face grave danger. Italian, Russian and Norwegian efforts push ahead by air, sea, and land as a polar rescue unfolds with bitter accusations and tense exchanges.

Amundsen Umberto Nobile Oslo Nobile North Pole Norge Maligin Foyn Island Gen. Nobile Krassin Denmark Spitzbergen Rabushkin Jtalia

Snell in Elyria Presents Ree Vitalizing Treatment

A one day only event Friday June 22 at Elyria Hotel offers Ree vitalizing and rejuvenative treatment details. Local readers are invited to consult about their personal case with Snell in Elyria.

Snell Elyria Onto Elyria Hotel

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George F. Mitchell Maghc Mrickland A. Cornatoh Pit Vend & Cornish U. S Sabo Risko Godfrey Whiting College Holmes Albert F Middle Ave S. R. Nichols New Funeral Home Blue Bird Blue Bird Sweet Shoppe Court Street
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