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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1921

Page

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Pastor Sues Lorain Hungarian Editor for 50 000

Horwath a pastor of Hungarian Reforma church in Lorain filed a 50 000 suit in common pleas court against Michael Lorain, publisher of a Lorain Hungarian newspaper. He alleges the editor degraded his reputation and church influence by publishing insults and branding him as criminal, rascal, and aristocrat. The paper, widely read in the Hungarian district, is accused of harming local business and community harmony.

Baeneel. Horwath Hungarian Reforma Church Lorain Mgrs Michael _ Lorain Morwath Barta Asi Arta Nity Horwath Lorain Bank Georgety Orwath Hunta -District

Shingle Roofs Deemed Fire Hazard by State Fire Marshal

State Fire Marshal reports 343 chimney and smoke stack fires with 723 started on shingle roofs. He urges use of fire resistant coverings, noting many cities have banned wooden shingles and urging public attention to safe roofing options.

Dykkenian

Bender Urges Church Audience to Engage in Politics

Senator George H. Bender told about sixty members of the Men's Missionary Society at First M. E. Church on Sunday morning that church members erred by ignoring present political issues. He warned against egotism and graft, urged voters to study candidates, and praised Governor Burke while critiquing others.

George H Bender M. E Comig Polifti Overnor Burke Tang Oalu Mator Bender

Rolled Stockings Hit Court in Divorce Testimony

The first rolled stocking seen in common pleas court since the trend began appeared Saturday when a neatly dressed witness on a divorce case crossed her legs revealing a bare knee. Court staff whispered that it looked the same as usual.

Common Pleas Court

Smuts May Mediate Irish Dispute In London

In London for the imperial conference, South Africa’s Premier Jan Smuts is urged as mediator between Irish factions. Smuts shows optimism for a settlement, while Lloyd George’s invitation to De Valera to London for peace talks nears a 45 hour deadline. Official circles anticipate major developments by week’s end.

Earl Reeves London Jan Christian Smuts South “Africa Smuts Traland General Smuts Eamonn de Valera Lloyd George

Merchants Plan Second Dollar Day Event

City merchants announce another dollar day on July 15 to repeat the previous sale success. Advertised deals moved thousands of dollars of merchandise, drawing a morning rush and leaving clerks exhausted as demand stayed high all day.

Attorney's Office Robbed of $15 in Pocketbook Theft

A sneak thief entered the attorney Anthony Neiding's office and stole a pocketbook containing $15 in Tooney, keys, and several official papers. The pocketbook was in a desk drawer and the contents were of considerable value.

Anthony Neiding Tooney

Plumbers Accept Hour Wage Scale After Settlement

A meeting between master plumbers and a plumbers union committee led to a wage agreement. Workers had sought 1.05 per hour and were offered 0.85. an 0.90 per hour rate was accepted and workers prepared to return to work. They had been idle since May 1, and the deal eases labor tensions.

Master Plumbers Committee E Plumbers

Peace conference eyed for Ireland settlement historic invite

London reports a forthcoming Irish peace conference with Eamon de Valera and Sir James Craig likely to accept. Lloyd George invited them to London to discuss an Irish settlement as central news outlets laud the move while the Times urges swift peace.

London Central News Dublin de Valera James Craig Ireland the Times Today Lloyd George Eamonn Devalera

Mrs Frances Kuchenrither dies at 87 in Elyria

Mrs Frances Kuchenrither aged 87 died Sunday at 1 15 pm at the home of her daughter Mrs Caroline Brown 213 West Avenue She came from Bavaria in 1850 and lived in Lorain county until death Survived by three daughters Mrs Thomas Carlin Mrs John Kramer and Mrs Caroline Brown all of Elyria and three sons Jack Charley of Elyria and Fred of Lorain Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 9 am in St church with burial in St Marys cemetery

Frances Kuchenrither Caroline Brown West Avenue Kuchenrither Bavaria Germany Lorain County Thomas Carlin John Kramer Elyria Jack Charley Fred Lorain St. Church St. Marya Cemetery

Stum Held On Larceny Charge After Plea Not Guilty

Dan FE Stum, a local man, is held on 500 bond in county jail after pleading not guilty to larceny before Judge Judee H G Redington in common pleas court.

Dan FE. Stum Adorain Judee H.G. Redington Common Pleas

Governor Names Phipps Commerce Director

Columbus June 27 William H Phipps Paulding attorney and former state oil inspector has been chosen as director of commerce in the governor s cabinet under the Dunn act reorganizing departments effective July 1 Announcement of Phipps appointment was made by Governor Devin today

Columbuls William H. Phipps Paulding Phipps Mnads Devin

Non Stop Flight Plan From California to Mineola

Riverside based Davis and Springer plan a non stop field flight from March Field in Southern California to Mineola New York within about thirty hours of actual flying time. They aim for El Paso on a southern track then head to New York avoiding a fixed route. Davis says the giant tractor biplane will follow no definite path to reach New York in the shortest possible time.

Br International Riverside Cal David R- Davis California Springer March Field Here Davis “Transcontinental Mineola L. I Davis International News Service el Paso New York

French youth shot by rival suitor in Toledo

International service reports Raymond McNair fired a bullet through the brain at close range in Toledo on June 27. 25 year old French, husband of Emmet French, an employee of the Postal Telegraph Company, died later at St. Vincent's Hospital. the couple had separated and Mrs. French had reportedly received attentions from McNair.

International. News Toledo French Raymond McNair Chase Street McNair St. Vincent's Hospital

Family declines body shipment after cost notice

Coroner M E Perry received a message from Ike Johnson's relatives seeking burial costs and shipment to Kankakee Illinois. Upon learning the price they chose Elyria for the burial. The deceased is identified as Adair Johnson, twenty one, and single.

M. E. Perry Ike Johnson Kankakee Illinois Elyria Johnson Adair

Vendetta murders murky Chicago ward feud claims

Police tie the June slaying of Joseph Laspisa to the 19th ward political feuds as they explore a theory that Laspisa, aide and bodyguard of slain ward leader Anthony D Andrea, was killed to shield D Andrea from disclosure of his possible attackers.

International News Service Chicago Joseph Laspisa Big New Automobile Laspisa Anthony D’andrea

Showers May Interrupt Fight Weather Forecast

The United States Weather Bureau forecasts blistering heat with possible local thundershowers for the upcoming event. An official forecaster advised attendees to bring umbrellas for safety amid the heat and potential showers.

News Service Washington Who Jersey City Thax The United States

L A Rounds Elyrian Dies In Heart Trouble

L A Rounds aged 73 of 19 West Avenue died this morning from heart trouble and Bright's disease. A well known Ell ran and prominent in business, he was connected with the Carey Co. Survived by wife, daughter Mrs Will Sheek, and two sons Lewis of Cleveland and Ver of Fostoria. Funeral arrangements to be announced.

Italian Cabinet Resigns After Parliament Opposition

Rome reports the cabinet led by Premier Gio Littiiresigned today amid strong parliamentary opposition to government policy. The move follows a heated vote reflecting crisis in the Italian government.

International -Newax Servicr Rome Giolitti

Louise Miller Granted Divorce From Clarence Miller

Louise Miller of this city was granted a divorce from Clarence Miller rather than Frank Miller as published in Saturday's paper.

Louise Miller Clarence Miller Frank Miller

Mayor Blames Outside Merchants for Local Fireworks

The mayor denounces outside merchants for selling fireworks into the city despite a local ban. He cites city youths buying then using them downtown, notes police limited by force, and urges state wide sale prohibitions to curb danger and protect lives and property.

Jones Lfe

McGannon Poised for Contempt Trial After Perjury Conviction

International News Service reports Cleveland June 27 that William H. A. McGannon former municipal court chief justice is to be tried tomorrow for contempt of court and obstructing justice. Prosecutor Starton plans the case tied to an affidavit of prejudice against Judge Powell and attempts to sway May E Neely to alter testimony from McGannon's second murder trial. Chief Justice Marshall of the state supreme court is expected to rule on whether Powell or another judge will hear the case.

International News. Service Cleveland William H A McGannor Municipal Court Ohio Florence E. Alien Edward C Starton Homer G.powell May E. Neely McGannon Marshall State Supreme Court Powell

Quebec City Police and Fire Strike Sparks Riots

Disorder erupted as police and firemen struck over a wage dispute. A mob marched on city hall, troops dispersed protesters, and rioters damaged windows as new police recruits were sworn in amid the crisis in Quebec City.

Quebec Royal Twenty Second Battalon Pollee Arbitration Commission

Electricians Denounce Rumor of Lost Union Charter

At a local International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers meeting, members branded as false the reports that the union had its charter taken away. They urged the public to support legitimate members and to report false rumors by calling 2018.

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

Acrobat Here Tonight Exhibition by Tom Onvo

Three year old acrobat Tom Onvo performs at the city park at 7 90 o clock claiming to be the only man who scratches his head with his toes.

Tom Onvo

Mrs Armatroff Struck by B and O Train Recovers

A report states Mrs Armatroff, who was struck by a Baltimore and Ohio train, is recovering comfortably at an unspecified location after the incident.

Armatroff B. & O. Traia Exposte

Life Ends In Blast On Avon Farm

Michael Webber of Avon dies after dynamite explodes while blasting stumps. He reportedly walked back toward the stump to retrieve the charge and was blown about fifty feet, his body severed. Webber, a professional compounder of explosives, was about 35 years old. relatives have not yet been located.

Michael Webber Avon Webber

Lorain County to Open Teachers Training School in Elyria

Lorain county plans a teachers training school in Elyria to prepare high school graduates for teaching. The two year program yields a life certificate or normal diploma with nine month study starting September 6. Local buildings are to be selected before fall opening as the county needs about sixty new teachers annually.

Lorain- County Elyria Lorain County Sullabie

Walter C. Kelsey Passes Bar Exam

Walter C. Kelsey of Elyria passed the state bar examination and was admitted to the bar alongside Theodore E. O'Hearn of Lorain. Kelsey, son of Dr and Mrs C S Kelser of East Avenue, is a Elyria High School graduate who studied at Ann Arbor and Western Reserve University Law School and has worked with Union Trust Co. of Cleveland.

Walter _C. Kelsey Elyria Theodore E. O’hearn Lorain Kelsey C. S. Kelser East Avenue Elyria High School Ann Arbor University Western Reserve College Law School The Union Trust Co Cleveland

Shooting Victims Improve After Western Heights Affray

Joe Pokrosz and Joe Nyascryak, two men wounded in the Western Heights shooting, are described as slightly improved though Pokrosz remains serious. Pokrosz faces a lung wound with infection risk and Nyascryak, unable to speak after a broken jaw, remains in serious condition as guards await further action.

Joe Pokrosz Joe Nyascryak Western Heights Pokrosz Nyascryak

Unclear OCR Fragment on Car Crash Blame

Fragmentary report describes an automobile collision near Elyria involving a Mussey party and Lucas from Down East. Text is garbled with disputed blame and overturned vehicle details, lacking clear names, dates, or outcomes.

Musseys Cap Elyria A. Lucas Strée Mussey Carich Lucas

Baby Carriage Parade Heats Up Saturday Afternoon

A local advertising stunt by the H Smith company drew a crowd as about fifty children led by four year old Harry Jr. marched along Broad Street in baby carriages. The young group rode in various makes and styles while a truck followed, creating a lively scene recalled as a memorable fun sight.

H_ Smith company al Harry, Jr Dell Broad Street Smith. Sr

Mass Murder Strikes Kentucky Family Homes

KentuckY, June 27 Eleven members of two families were found dead in a single room log house near Mayfield after a dawn fire. Investigators offered no definite motive and could not identify the killer or killers. Victims include Ernest and Lora Lawrence and their children Fred Evelyn Ralph Otis Ola Harry Baby Regie and Ola’s sister Mrs Drew and her children. Neighbors recall cries and explosions heard around 1 a.m. before the blaze.

International News Service Mayfield Ernest Lawrence Lora Lawrence Ralph Lawrence Otis Drew Ola Drew Harry Drew Baby Drew Regie

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Astor Influential Sheet Continental Flight Dykeman Nator Yria Commerce L.A. Rounds Mgannon International News Mike Jeagad Avon Farm Ives Walter C. Kelsey Helo Kentucky Murdes Fred Lawrence Evelyn R@wrenes Dough
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