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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1920
Page
8
A fragmented report notes Republican leaders in Texas hold a meeting to rally support for the Republican presidential campaign. The piece references state banks and economic concerns amid the party’s slate, with a focus on organizing activities through February.
An old newspaper ad touts Olive Tablets as a cure for numerous ailments including bad breath and liver issues. It claims wide use against la grippe and fever and presents testimonials of users praising the remedy and its supposed health benefits. The copy stresses quick effect and features mock medical endorsements.
It is suggested that Holland should exile ex-Emperor Wilhelm of Germany to Curacao off Venexosia, making it a modern St Helena. The plan aims to punish the ex-ruler as realist Allied efforts press to seize him, but Holland may reject it.
Milwaukee reports the 2.5 percent beer intoxication issue hinges on a possible federal appeal to the Supreme Court. U S District Attorney Sawyer expects guidance from Washington on appealing to the high court while Wisconsin brewers prepare to market 2.8 percent beer if wartime restrictions end.
Portsmouth England March 3 The battleship Renown has been fitting out to carry the Prince of Wales on his Australian voyage. Additional cabin space has been created and a steam laundry installed.
The official dimensions of the baseball diamond for boys under sixteen are set by the major leagues rules committee. Distances are 115 feet 11 inches between bases and 50 feet from home plate to the pitching rubber. ball circumference limited to 8 1/2 inches and weight not over 4 ounces.
Washington reports signs of an early decline in wearing apparel prices. Reductions in exports and fading foreign demand for cotton fabrics, plus mills not stocking raw material, suggest price cuts for consumers. Wholesale trade remains strong with record bookings while woolen yarn firms run at capacity.
Quebec March 3. Mr and Mrs Pierre Tremblay and their four grandchildren were burned to death when a fire destroyed the Gaudies Dupont home in St Ferell near here Dupont is the father of the children and the tragedy leaves a grieving family in the community.
A large frame loading trestle at the American Steel and Wira Company plant in Cleveland was set ablaze today, causing an estimated property loss of 50000 dollars. Fire officials are investigating the cause.
An old advertisement extols Pepto Mangan as improving vitality by enriching blood and increasing red blood cells. It targets general health, urging women and men to avoid pale looks and fatigue, and promotes two forms, liquid and tablet, with a cue to seek the genuine brand and packaging.
Canton March 8 Fred Huth of Alliance pleaded guilty to grand larceny in common pleas court. He was sentenced to one to seven years in the penitentiary for stealing 73 cases of whiskey valued at $7,000 from his brother BE.
London reports say Anton Pippe, former Esthonian foreign minister, states Estonia benefits from peace with Soviet Russia. Reval emerges as chief port for international trade with Russia, with Tallinn seeking transit commerce between allies and Soviet Russia as primary policy. Bolshevik rule in Russia underpins the new alliance stance.
Geneva March 3 cordial relations prevail between the old International Red Cross and the new Leagues of Red Cross Societies at the congress opening. Gustave Ador former Swiss president chairs the session and notes little rivalry with the league. William S Rappard elected chairman insists no infidelity to the international committee. He says once the league realizes its purpose it will become universal. Maj Gen Sir David Henderson says American and Italian delegations prepared independent plans for relief work in Russia.
New York March 5 five men were arrested as prohibition enforcement agents exposed a wholesale liquor traffic in the Broadway area. Chief Agent Ernest Langley said the group operated under protection of a man posing as United States Marshal MacCarthy who has not yet been arrested. The liquor clique agents earned more than five thousand dollars daily in commissions. Also from Sandusy Ohio March 3 Mrs Gertrude Chapman widow of Col James F Chapman Mexican and Civil War veteran died aged ninety two recalling attending President Polk inaugural ball in 1846.
The two eldest House members are former generals who served in the Civil War. Isaac R Sherman, Democrat of Ohio, is eighty five, enlisted in 1861, fought in 43 battles, and rose to brigadier general. Charles Manley Stedman, Democrat of North Carolina, is seventy nine, joined the Confederate army, was wounded three times, and held brigadier general rank.
Honolulu reports a Tokyo dispatch stating influensa claims a heavy toll in Japan. Among the dead are Count A Yoshikawa former vice president of the Imperial privy council and Mrs Shigko Sulanji, daughter of Marquis K Baijonji former premier and Japan's leading peace conference delegate.
Mexico City March 8. The national debt stands at 425.739,501 pesos, per a treasury statement by Luis Cabrera. Interest unpaid totals 113,170,975 pesos, indicating the financial burden facing the regime and its budgetary plans.
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