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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1923

Page

4

Senate opens two probe resolutions on hotel theft bribes

The senate rules committee is to meet to act on two resolutions probing bribe rumors tied to a bill by Senator Marshell Cleveland reducing hotel liability in theft losses. One plan names a six member probe panel, the other authorizes a five senator committee led by Lieutenant Governor Bloom to conduct the inquiry.

Columbus Senate Rules Committee Marshell Cleveland Senate Chappelear Pickaway County James Burch Summit County Gardner Hamilton Re- Bublican Garver Holmes Rules Committee House Codes Committee State Tax Commission Secretary of State Senate Taxation Committee

House of David Leader Accused in Michigan Suit

John Hansel, once a member, denounces the House of David in Grand Rapids, claiming fraud after Esther Hanaford testified to misconduct by Benjamin Purnell. Hansel seeks 900 damages from the Benton Harbor based cult.

Grand Rapids Mich Esther Hanaford Benjamin John Hansel Hansel Benjamin Purnell Benton Harbor Cult

Elyria May Have To Sue For Lorain Land

March 21 The Lorain council rejects Elyria request to lay a right of way along wet street front near Lake Avenue by the half way house jet. Elyria will likely begin appropriation proceedings to secure the needed right of way.

Lor- Hin St Main Lake Avenue Elyria

Refuse Green Line to Tear Up Belt Line Tracks

Lorain March 20. M. V. Wilaver of the Southwestern journal reports the council refused to tear up Oberlin avenue tracks. The council will pave the street as planned and seize the street railway property if the company refuses to pay its share of the agent.

Lorain M. V. Wilaver Oberlin Avenue

Lorain Slayer Case: Key Witness Testifies On Day One

Fred Radel, Stegsner's former aide, testified about events preceding the murder and confirmed the defense claim that Stesner was a bootlegger. He described orders to haul ten gallons of raisin jack toward Amherst and noted Steiner's social illness and caretaking. The trial drew a large crowd as proceedings continued.

Stesner Fred Radel Stegsner Radel Amherst Steiner

Leader tells Exchange Club members about service work

Dean James Edward Rogers, a national representative of Community Service, urges the Exchange Club to value play as essential for childhood and citizenship. He cites play as vital to health and moral development, linking recreation to better work, community unity, and inclusive service across Elyria.

Exchange Club Dean James Edward Rogers Community Service Herbert Spencer Elyria

Irish rebels sought U.S. artillery for warfare

Dublin dispatch reports Free State authorities allege Republican sympathizers in America are being urged to ship artillery to Ireland. The letter, claimed to be written by a chief arms official, asks Joseph McGarr of Philadelphia to aid in obtaining weapons for the rebel cause.

Dublin Free State Creeey‘ars United State L Lryoch Joseph McGarr Philadelphia America Dahia

Government War Contract Refund Suits Cleared

Washington reports a $5174.35 refund against Cleveland Brass and Copper Mix in Ohio, tied to a war contract suit. The case is in the Northern District of Ohio with Jakes Westenhafer named in a faders court filing. Prohibition agents in New York also reported a crackdown on bootleggers and smugglers in a separate unrelated action.

Washington Cleveland Brass Cleveland Ohio Lie Derjeson She United States Rendarea Jakes Westenhafer Faders New York

Owner of Grand Theatre Ill, Recovers From Pneumonia

E G Georgeople, owner of the Grand Theatre, recently recovered from pneumonia and is again confined to his residence at 806 Broad St. In a related interview he said his illness likely resulted from needing to conduct theatre business rather than convalesce at home. He is resting much easier today.

Georgeople Broad St Picuri Grand Theatre

Illinois Governor Under 4 Guards After Threats

Chicago March 26 Governor Len Small of Milnais travels with four armed guards due to life threats attributed to Chicago gunmen. Private detectives have been assigned to investigate the threats and ensure his safety throughout appearances in Chicago.

Chicago Len Small Milnais

Hunt 4 Gunmen in Murder of Policeman New York

Four gunmen sought by police for the killing of Patrick Ryan a special policeman in the rear of a candy store on upper Eighth Avenue Ryan seated at a table when four men entered one drew a revolver and shouted Hands up Ryan stood up before he could react the assailant fired police assign no motive for the killings.

New York Patrick Ryan Upper Eighth Ave Ryan

Fishing schooners turn to rum running along Atlantic coast

Asbury Park New Jersey March 29 Captains of fishing schooners along the Atlantic coast north of here are earning thousands of dollars as rum runners ministers at the New York conference of the Methodist church reported yesterday.

Asbury Park N. J Copa

Morse Trials Delayed In Washington Case

Postponements marked the Morse trials in Washington as prosecutors indicate altered captions to defraud the government on far centres. Three defendants and others are involved with connections to the case. The court adjourned after hours as proceedings await further orders.

Washington Cherries Morse Jans Phr

Murder of Father by Own Action Reported in Vareh Case

A report from Richland County details a death described as a hanging, attributed to the son Elmer Woo and linked to a family tragedy in Marion Vareh. The incident reportedly occurred in the person’s residence with health issues noted, leaving authorities to confirm the precise circumstances.

Marion Vareh Elmer Woo Richaned Vireo Pelatoes

Still wrecks Hiale, Dayton incident report unclear

Fragmentary text reports a wreck near Hiale and Dayton with mentions of possible suspects and unclear ownership of items. Authorities note doubt about key details and indicate no arrest at this time. The readable parts reference an incident on a roadway, with questions remaining about motive and outcome.

Unclear OCR: Gamesword Fine and Court Case Mentioned

Fragmentary text shows a legal or sports item with a fine of 35 dollars and references to a Cox something and individuals named Tora Tacch Marek. There is a separate Washington notice about an investigation into combinations and espionage linked to Cuba and a commerce department statement.

Penfield notices and obituaries mix local events

Penfield March 29 obituary for D C Rust age resident who died Sunday after pneumonia and heart trouble. Funeral set for Wednesday March 21. Reports of social visits, a patient Ruth Ferriman in Memorial hospital and foot infection from an ingrown nail. Grange meeting March 21 at Society Hall with initiations. M E Church contest March 22 to select district contestants for Penfield High School classes to perform two ovations and two readings. Admission charged to cover expenses.

Penfield D. C. Rust W . D. Welsh Litchield John Welsh Richard Ruth Ferriman Memorial Hospital Henry Meredeith Grange Society Hall Rew M. E. Church LaGrange Penfeld High School Betts Amherst Laxn Dar

Stocks Open Active With Gains Across Key Shares

In New York on March 20 the stock market opened active with leading issues in demand. Marland rose to 49 1/2, a new year high, Phillips Petroleum up over a point to 56 1/4, Electric Storage Battery at 64 1/4. Motor and steel shares gained slightly, United States Steel reaching 108 1/8, railroads showing little movement.

New York Marland Phillips United States

Electric Franchise Sought for Lake View Park Improvements

The One Putte Service Co asks Lorain city council for a 25 year electric franchise to build a high tension line over Lake View Park and a new power station near Senuth Lo ta. The plan includes a riverfront bridge, park improvements costing about 1 and a donation to Lake View Park, with the plant to supply power to nearby towns as a northern Ohio hub. Citizens fear park eviction and contest the project, committee report awaited.

Lorain One Putte Service Co City Coure Lake View Park Senuth Lota Comyee Masgilion Alvarce Ashland Ohio Lake View

Public to See Hospital Film at Rotary Meeting

At the Rotary club meeting Dr J Aspinall McCuima spoke on proper foundations for future generations. Dr Weenale gave a series of talks at the local Methodist church this week. The fifth birthday celebration was postponed to next week. A film showing work at Gates hospital and crippled children hospitals statewide will be shown this evening at the American theatre. Directors were nominated. election to occur later.

Rotary Club J. Aspinall McCuima Weenale Gates American Theatre

KILLS NEGRO MURDERER NEAR BOWIE LA

Report from New Orleans notes Willie Johnson, a Black man, killed Robert Sellers, a conservation agent, after wounding Deputy Sheriff Anatule Ayo. John Ganser, ranch foreman near Bowie, later killed Johnson. In Washington, a Treasury report urges large WWI veteran hospital funding, warning of more sterilization facilities if unchecked. In Panama City, ex Congressmen Andrew Peterson and Albert Rossdale were released after jail arrest for naval uniform curfew violations.

New Orleans Willie Johson Robert Sellers Anatule Ayo John Ganser Bowie Panama City Andrew N Peterson Brooklyn Albert B. Rossdale The Bronx New York State

Dan Cupid Vacation Delays County Marriage Licenses

Marriage licenses issued in the county since Thursday March 15 slow as Dan Cupid takes a vacation. Last month a stretch saw a drop in licenses but the current period features the longest wait in months. With Easter near a revival in the marriage market is anticipated.

Dan Cupid

Market list with varied commodity prices and weights

Readable items show butter per pound, eggs per dozen, meats and fowl prices, and fresh produce. Entries include nut oils, poultry, fish, vegetables, and grains with per unit or per bushel rates, reflecting a mid century market page. Dense figures indicate regional pricing and unit designations, with home grown lettuce and hothouse tomatoes noted among others.

York States

Opening grain and bond prices mark varied moves

Chicago jitters as opening wheat and corn lift slightly while oats rise modestly and lard gains. Liberty bonds show mixed openings with several issues trading higher, and a brief note from England mentions a women led song service fundraiser with prizes.

Chicago

Huntington Grange Box Social And Community Notes

Huntington Grange met last Thursday evening with a business session followed by a box social. A miscellaneous shower honored Mr. and Mrs. Nile Thudium. Many locals attended events, including family visits, church meetings, and a long list of social gatherings at Wellington and surrounding farms. The week featured school reopening, illness concerns, and a damaging storm that caused property losses.

Huntington Huntington Grange Nic Thudium August Pla Wellington

Dover Fire Causes Massive Loss At Tar Works Plant

A fire swept the Foot Lewis Manufacturing Co plant in Dover, with damage estimated above 2400,000. Fire departments from Dover and four nearby cities fought to prevent spread to adjoining tar product works. The blaze prompted extensive action to contain the flames and protect surrounding facilities.

Dover Lewis Mannufacturing Co Obeg Fire Departments Rej

Grafton Banquet Highlights Local Businessmen Club Event

March 29 banquet at Geo Spitzer's garage drew 44 attendees including Mayor Jones L D Hamlin and Mr Silsbee of Elyria. Loy alty class members served a bountiful supper, green white decor and shamrock favors noted. Hamlin Jones and Silsbee gave talks. Mass Nuckles read excerpts. Jones led singing. Community mourns Fred C Cragin aged about 52, Mech St resident, funeral 1:20 Saturday at M E church, burial LaGrange. Survivors include wife mother sister Flora Foster Earl Cragin plus many relatives. Out-of-town guests listed. kennel show in Cleveland attended by locals. Widening Circle dinner raised 15.76 with Circle meeting to follow. home talent proceeds 32.05.

Messrs Hamlin Jones Silsbee Mass Nuckles Mayor Jones Fred C. Cragin Mechanic Street Harrison Cragin LaGrange Nellie Allen Michigan Grafton Township M. E. Church Flora Foster Earl Cragin Grafton Arl W. H. Gibson Clara Chapman Wood County Allen Chapman Martin Toledo Christy Saxton Oberlin George Chamberlain Warren Fowls Duffy Elyria Geo. Barchard Clyde Berea Barchard E. W. Reichard W. C .Park Jean Frances Western Reserve Kennel Club Cleveland M. E Lewis Khimed Florida J Il. Beesing Woaders J. Ho Sneldon St Fatrick A. Gayeska Age of Man Uch Mary Bamrick Ed Wes Rirs UC SN G. Gardner A Mo Ewere Geo Sharer Hears Coldern Gratian Bunt Memphis

Red Pepper Rub Relief For Rheumatism Pain Ends Quickly

A grocer ad touts Red Pepper Rub as fast relief for sore stiff joints and rheumatic pain. It claims concentrated red pepper heat penetrates within minutes, warming the sore area through and through. Customers are advised to ask for the genuine Nowles Red Pepper Rub with the exact brand name.

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