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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1920
Page
1
In Philadelphia on June 22 strikers plan a large walkout Friday as Governor Sproul considers asking the U S railroad labor board for action. Rail officials report some return to posts and a slight freight movement improvement.
Isaiah Fountain, convicted of criminal assault on a 13 year old in Trappe, Md, was cornered by an armed posse near Hebron Md but escaped. Fountain had previously escaped Easton jail, was recaptured at Seaford, Del, and fled again last Wednesday night as posses widen search across Delaware and Maryland.
An automobile carrying the Assistant Director General of the Royal Irish Constabulary and four constables was ambushed near Amiens Street en route to Dublin Castle. Roberts was severely wounded in the head, the driver shot in both legs, and attackers used revolvers and bombs. no arrests reported.
A Masonic program tonight starts at 7 30 with new features including one or two soloists and a real magician who will perform the illusion you see it and you do not.
Obituary notes John C. Wernert of Amherst dies in Amherst hospital from lockjaw after stepping on a rusty rail two weeks earlier.Survived by daughter Mrs Breatigan, sister Mrs Decker, widow and several children, and brother William Wernert. listed as a carpenter and stone contractor with ties to Bris and Lorain communities.
Philadelphia June 22 A federal grand jury continued its investigation into the escape of Grover C. Bergdoll wealthy draft dodger Seven army officers were examined yesterday and about a dozen witnesses remain to be heard Today Mrs Whoda Stecher wife of the chauffeur who drove Bergdoll s car was called along with Colonel T Donaldson acting head of the military the Higenca and Harry Preston who rode with Clarence Gibson Bergdoll s attorney to the Bergdoll home after the escape It is expected the inquiry will finish tomorrow.
New York June 22 Ellis Island authorities face a second case in six weeks resolving a love triangle at sea. Nell Butler 22 Englishwoman seeks freedom to marry Captain Pauliner of the British army after a brief courtship aboard ship. Canadian authorities barred Halifax landing except to marry a Canadian. she was sent to New York where Ellis Island took charge.
Civil engineers Richards and Gerald report locating the original center marker of Ridgeville township. The stone marker, two feet underground on the Robinson farm, bears its original identification marks placed over a century ago during the initial survey after repeated searches by surveyors.
Berlin June 22 Official announcement that Konstantin Fen Tenbach has been appointed chancellor presages a bourgeois cabinet within 48 hours. Leaders of the German People's Party pledge allegiance to the Weimar constitution and republic, easing a coalition with clericals and democrats. The new coalition, with 196 votes, vows to uphold the Versailles treaty and subordinate party interests under a policy of benevolent neutrality.
Elyria sends about fifteen Rotarians to the annual Rotary convention in Atlantic City. The Elyria club is the 382nd of 73 affiliated clubs, reflecting strong local representation at the event.
Hai lie D Maddock and Leslie Maddock formerly of Elyria faced divorce in Lake County Courts at Painesville. Mrs Maddock initiated suit. Mr Maddock filed a cross petition. Trial resulted in her withdrawal, the divorce grant, no alimony, but custody of their child split between them.
Councilman Castle told the city council that many residents complained about garbage contractors neglecting collections. He urged Service Director Beck to investigate and ensure more regular pickups.
In New York on June 22 James E Boye a former hotel clerk connected with the 1919 Biltmore theft received a fifteen year sentence at Sing Sing for stealing about 360000 worth of jewels. Regina V G Millhiser widow owner of the hotel estate had been recovering 25000 worth of gems still missing. The judge noted the thief had time to restore the losses but did not.
Mayor Asaph R. Jones wired the Interstate Commerce Commission asking for car relief to resume sand shipments essential for Hast Avenue paving. An embargo blocks freight cars delaying West and Hast avenues while asphalt plants are set up.
Willys-Overland employees secure a July sugar order of 135000 pounds at 28 cents per pound from the Welfare Department. The shipment comprises 1350 bags and will require three freight cars for delivery, following a prior purchase of over forty eight tons through the collective bargaining plan.
Barty C Queen Chronicle Telegram business agent and army reserve lieutenant spoke at the Exchange Club luncheon about army aviator training the progress in aircraft development since the armistice and government plans to prepare reserve pilots for emergencies.
The Elyria city council closed its second reading on the gas ordinance and directed the gas committee and city solicitor to prepare a new ordinance report at the July 6 meeting. Amendments were debated with no vote taken. Judge Douglas and Attorney Fauver acted as key voices on rate terms and emergency provisions.
About one hundred Lorain county farmers toured the state experimental farm at Wooster by auto. They inspected fertilizer and wheat testing plots and observed lime demonstrations. Prof Williams told the delegation that lime and phosphate are the only commercial fertilizers needed with good stock farming rotation.
The damage case of Frank Miller of Cleveland against Benjamin Wade of Oberlin is being tried in the court of common pleas before Judge Redington and a jury. Miller seeks 10 000 dollars in damages after Wade's automobile collided with his machine.
The Inglewood earthquake left twenty one business buildings destroyed and many dwellings damaged. San Pedro Long Beach Santa Monica and Venice reported minor damage while Los Angeles area suffered shattered plate glass and collapsing fronts. The death of Mrs William Shippy of Los Angeles was attributed to heart failure after the tremor.
The communique from the council notes Brussels conference aim to seal definite deals before stating that the Spa conference remains fixed for July 5. A note to Germany approved this morning says Allies will act if noncompliance occurs, possibly including occupation of more German territory.
Police believe local youths burglarized the J. J. Lambrose confectionery on Loai Street last night after finding small shoe prints in the rear mud. About $50 in money and goods is missing. thieves forced a rear door with a knee and turned the latch to gain entry.
St Paul June 22 primary returns from 1 005 of 3 195 precincts show state auditor J A O Preus leading a field of six for the Republican gubernatorial nomination with a 21 500 vote plurality over Henrik Shipstead of Glenwood Parkhurst nominated in Portland Maine Bangor man leads John P Deering in a four cornered state primary contest with 122 precincts missing.
Joe Dobski a 16 year employee at the Green Line Power Plant faces legal trouble over kidnapping the two year old son of Mrs Fannie Bushka. He claims paternity and fights for custody, while the mother’s affidavit says he is not the father. The judge, noting unusual paternity disputes, imposes a reduced fine of 10 dollars and costs.
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