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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1921
Page
8
An editorial questions how to adjust soldier pay amid the nation's finances. It argues for just compensation rather than a bonus, and suggests taxing those with wartime profits to share the burden, while acknowledging taxation remains a major national issue.
A Philadelphia judge remarks that stealing a ride on a freight train seems understandable given high rail fares and fuel costs. The commentator quotes the judge contrasting costs from gasoline at 25 cents a gallon to crude oil at 1.40 dollars a barrel, suggesting moral latitude in desperate times.
The piece argues that only law obeyers should advise on law, warns against repealing constitutional statutes until alcohol laws are observed, and criticizes Chicago Mayor Thompson for exploiting race prejudice as readers note that public may feel misled despite Lincoln’s maxim about fooling people.
The Milk Dealers Fraternal Association hosts a picnic at Luma Park this week with a milking contest on the program. Many city girls plan to enter the contest, and reporters anticipate observing the cows’ reaction to the milking efforts.
Judge Wanamaker asserts the court spoke for the people as understanding grows. He argues the Supreme Court reversed its own judgment to block popular voting and predicts victory will come in the final round.
Government figures show farmer purchasing power at a fraction of 1914 levels. The agricultural sector feels the pinch early in downturns and lags in benefit from rising business, though farmers are organizing for change.
London Weekly Dispatch notes tortoise shell tops fashion desire in England with French labor intensifying. Bond Street firms report Blonde tortoise shell goods fetch steep sums from combs to dressings. a full satinwood dressing set with 41 pieces can reach 1250 pounds. Even small pendants cost eight pounds.
The London Observer cites Job as an early literary allusion to mining. It describes shafts, digging, and darkness as if detailing ancient mining and early blasting, with references to iron, copper, and draining waters. The passage links biblical text to later mining imagery.
A new anti profiteering act in Czechoslovakia fines and imprisons adults for profiteering and illicit export. Convicts over 18 face a year of compulsory penal labor in public works, cleaning and repairing public facilities and highways. Provisions were drafted by the Justice Minister and will be published soon.
Ohio records show 3,203 beekeepers with 98 240 colonies in 1930. A decade earlier in 1920 there were 17 250 beekeepers with 103 675 colonies.
A celebrated scientist declares women feel less pain than men in a given operation, challenging common assumptions about gender and pain perception. The remark highlights debates on biological differences and may influence medical approaches to analgesia.
Yesterday’s in Ohio records a 1844 note on Jervis Cutler the first white settler to fell a tree at Evang ville Indiana and born in Edgartown Massachusetts in 1768. It also notes 1876 General George A. Caister killed at Little Bighorn and born December 6 1835 in Garrison County Ohio. 1883 Lucy Webb Hayes dies at Sremont born Chillicothe August 28 1831. 1901 Governor George K Nash renominated by Republican State Convention at Columbus.
Three Marine aviators were killed when a military aircraft failed and crashed at the Parris Island Marine Corps training station. Investigators are reviewing the incident as service officials express condolences to families and units involved.
Le Baron B Cot US senator from Rhode Island born in Dedham Mass 75 years ago today Rev William A Quayle Methodist bishop born Parkville Mo 61 years ago today General Sir Francis Wingate former British High Commissioner for Egypt born 60 years ago today Dorothy Berard motion picture star born Port Elizabeth Cape Colony 31 years ago today Phil Brock American lightweight boxer born Russia 32 years ago today
The notice marks Oklahoma’s air boom start date as a twentieth anniversary while Rhode Island Senator Le Baron B Coli turns 75. It notes League of Nations Day in Hyde Park London and the Cu ter massacre 45th anniversary with a Little Big Horn monument unveiling. Fort Bliss hosts Seventh Cavalry regimental day for Little Big Horn, and Detroit hosts Socialist Party convention debates socialism versus Sovietism or communism.
A patchwork of local groups from Detroit and Glendale to Lake Geneva and Eugene convenes. Members from Sigma Alpha Sorority, Christian Endeavor Societies, YMCA workers, Oregon letter carriers, and the blind workers’ association share updates and goals.
A list of forthcoming and ongoing clubs and championships spans jockey clubs in New York, Kentucky, Hamilton, and Quebec. dual meets in Portland and Duluth. Davis Cup ties in Hendon. Quaker Ridge opens at New Rochelle. university and state aquatic, trapshooting, and sailing events across Wisconsin, Ohio, Kansas, Alabama, Delaware, Utah, and Oregon with dates and venues noting organizers and host cities.
A Cleveland paper asks readers what councilmen should do in summer and a local reply urges “Take a vacation on running for councilman again.” Wires report Mrs. Stillman seeking absolute divorce from James A Stillman, amid ongoing Stillman scandal coverage.
Johnny Wilson faces Harry Grea in a 10 round bout at Pittsburg. Jock Malone meets Tommy Mc Aleer in a 15 round match at Long Ishad City.
A 1921 letter from a Christian reader urges Catholics and Protestants to abandon sectarian conflict and follow Jesus. The writer pleads for love and forgiveness, condemns holy war, and asks believers to set a calm example before death. The message stresses personal faith and reports nearing death.
Henry Lee of Oberlin, a colored man, was awarded $2690 after being assaulted and forced off a Big Four passenger car for riding with white women. The Elyria township assessors report 657 horses, 1546 cattle, 2160 sheep and property value of 650000. St Marys church plans a July 4 excursion to Vermilion by train at 410 cents round trip. Classkins Woolen Mills advertises new machinery and may offer earning, spinning and weaving services. The Elyria Democrat notes baseball activity with sharp criticism of local players and asks why Elyria cannot field a team.
Abe Martin notes Miss Tawney Apple as owner of a fine second crop erebrows. Mr. Lemmie Peters is practicing at the shooting gallery for a postal job.
Amherst endorsement of a 375000 school bond was urged by Superintendent Powers and Mayor Smythe who argued education justifies building now. Fremont businessmen Petty and Lucky seek to move a National Razor Company operation to Amherst with a 50000 capital plan and a 40 by 100 foot facility hiring ten mechanics. A site decision will follow inspections of Fremont plant and finances. Community events and local notices fill out the page with personal visits, arrivals, and a hospital stay update.
A solemn Amherst funeral commemorates Elmer Johnson a World War II hero. Military rites include a catafalque burial a eight rifle salute taps by an army bugler and emotional scenes at the grave. Reverend Hunter of the American Legion officiates.
Wellington locals expect a decisive win as the Homer A C from Ashland and Medina counties visit the fair grounds for a 2:30 p.m. game. Wellington, famed for fast play, faces a visiting squad noted for defeating strong independent teams. Manager Powell unveils a $2600 electric player at the Net theater.
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