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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1926
Page
4
Washington March 12 The Interstate Commerce Committee will present its report on the investigation of an alleged British rubber monopoly to the House tomorrow. The committee announced the plan today as it prepared the document for submission to lawmakers.
Dr B P Clement’s automobile rolled down a 60 foot embankment near the Tattersall court river and was saved from a plunge by the ground formation. The windshield was broken and the emergency brake remained on, with Clement noting a better path could not have been chosen. Garage crew remained on scene.
The German freighter Adolf Leonhardt formerly Theben, with its propeller gone and no steering, drifted helplessly after a severe northeast gale, reported by wireless off the New Jersey coast.
Mary Greer of Lorain sues Robert Greer for divorce claiming gross neglect and extreme cruelty due to frequent drunken episodes. She seeks divorce and custody of five children, asserting she bears the family’s support amid unemployment. The suit highlights family strain and custodial stakes.
Funeral services for the late Mrs E H Billman will be held at 2 30 P M Saturday at the home of her daughter Mrs W G Mulls 313 Guilt street Lorain burial at Ridgelawn conducted by Rev Edwin Kirby of the M E Church death occurred in Lorain
The Merthe Company held its annual spring opening, showcasing a wide range of daytime wear including two piece frocks, navy and rose tones, beiges and greens, and an emphasis on sleek silhouettes. Juniors and plus sizes offered in exact patterns, with hats, gloves, bags, scarves, and accessories adding color. A festive atmosphere featured store decorations and a two to five pm orchestral recital, with roses as souvenirs.
Congress takes up new radio regulation to replace 1912 rules with a Commerce Department led framework. Rep White says government control is essential to end industry chaos, despite broad amendments expected from Republicans and Democrats.
Treasury experts predict higher than early estimates from the new tax regime with March quarter collections around 70 million. Of this sum about 30 million will go to debt retirement, while more than half a billion will be available from 20 to 30 year bonds, over-subscribed, enabling retirement of high interest securities and savings on interest costs.
Cleveland March 129 A man identified as Alien Brown 58 was found asleep on Lake Erie ice about 200 yards from a pier. He was in critical condition at a local hospital after going out last night in search of work and reportedly falling asleep on the ice.
Fay Company spring display showcases two style extremes from severe polished coats to soft feminine frocks. Notable pieces include a black satin coat with tuxedo collar and gold oriental embroidery and a tailored almond green three piece suit. Parisian prints and vivid dresses in blue, black, apricot, and chiffon illuminate the collection with careful color blending and elegant trims.
A new fashion shop at 311 Broad Street in Elyria will open tomorrow morning with exclusive models in ladies apparel including coats frocks millinery and ready to wear. The store features dressing rooms and a decorated interior and will distribute one thousand carnations at opening.
Investigators pursue a purple pajama suit as the strongest lead in the Nesbitt murder case. Jacob Nesbitt testified he slept in underwear on the night of February 19, while his wife was murdered in their bath. Coroner Hance reported the body remained submerged for hours. Prentiss Brown of Columbus and his wife were guests the night before the killing, with Brown providing updated statements.
Prosecutor Harvey said Nesbitt's claim of sleeping in his underwear on the night in question factors into the murder investigation. Officials and investigators pressed reporters to stay near as they anticipate a possible arrest before day’s end amid renewed town turmoil following the crime.
Cleveland and Toledo markets report varied prices for butter eggs and oleomargarine, with Ohio and western yields listed. Livestock in Cleveland shows steady cattle calves and sheep with hogs down. Toledo notes lower hogs and steady cattle, reflecting softer demand across the region.
Veal calves and sheep and lambs noted as slow and unchanged. Toledo grain prices listed for wheat corn oats rye barley cloverseed alfalfa and timothy with cash and futures months. A clavilux is introduced as a new color organ controlled by a keyboard that projects color music on a screen.
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