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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1920
Page
9
A fragmentary page item touches on coal supply woes and car shortages affecting movement of goods including automobiles. It also mentions political fund expenditures for Harding and Lowden, a remark about a “local color” inquiry, and a brief political jab at a Boise Penrose lead.
A national Salvation Army officer change is noted with Captain Harry Heddes moving from Cleveland to take charge at Dover and Philadelphia. The report mentions acclaim for past year’s efforts and indicates a transition on an upcoming Wednesday in May with involves local leadership shifts and new hosts among nearby friends.
Miss Margaret Crabtree former Elyria girl died in Des Moines Iowa from typhoid fever after long service as a missionary and teacher in Manila Philippines She returned to the United States on April 28 and fell ill in Des Moines Funeral services are expected at the First Methodist Church with remains to be brought to Elyria Her death prompts mourning among friends and relatives including Sister Mrs Kirkbride and her daughter who traveled to Des Moines to be with the family. The article notes her bright engaging personality and dedication to her students invites a period of reflection on her life. The obituary mentions the sister and the plans for the funeral. Doctor Harmon Berry aged 103 is reported missing in Chicago.
The White Autos face the American Legion squad at Riverside Park on Sunday in a weekend baseball showcase. Manager Forbes has strengthened the squad with Wilde to cover shortstop, a former Rail-Lights player who helped win the world semipro title. Faldon will start at hot corner as the strong Class AAA Whites seek to extend a storied Cleveland baseball legacy.
Wellington May 29 community shocks as Dean Caldwell an old resident commits death by self inflicted gunshot. He was in his 80s and had no close local relatives. He had returned from Cleveland months ago to the area he long lived, a native of Ireland. Lorain May 29 Michael Martini 29 held to grand jury on charges of shooting with intent to kill Stanley Jacobowski 22 who lay near death but is now recovering.
A report on the Federated Churches religious census taken May 15 shows over ninety percent of city homes will be reported. The survey covered twenty seven districts with some areas needing multiple visits to reach residents. Earnest work by visitors and district captains is noted, led by Herbart D. Rugg, secretary of the federation and census director.
Fragmentary OCR text describes churches in the city and a desire to touch with all the people. Mentions keeping cards on something, with garbled wording and unclear details. Source lacks clear names, dates, or locations.
A partial OCR fragment notes preparations for federation work at a church. It suggests upcoming activity aimed at church work programs and youth information believed to aid the church’s outreach. The text is fragmented and lacks clear names or dates.
In May next year officials will hold another general visitation day to revise information on church activity cards. The effort aims to streamline federated church work within the city of Lo.
A discussion at the Lorain Ministers Association will address special adaptations of county federation work believed necessary to serve the needs of Lorain city churches as a group.
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