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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1920

Page

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Division of U.S. Destroyers Ordered Into Action

The report outlines a wartime like mobilization as destroyers were ordered into action amid a Mexican crisis. It notes the thrust of U.S. naval forces and mentions Newport Kentucky as a dateline context for the dispatch. The piece also references broader political dynamics including a teachers strike for pay raises and California state primary results involving Hoover and Johnson figures.

U.S Newport Associated Press San Francisco Hirami W. Dolmson California Herbert C. Hoover Fobson Hoover

Patchem and Wearem Glugs Endorse Fight Costly Clothes

A Birmingham Alabama based club initiative to curb high clothing costs gains endorsement from Howard Figg, special assistant to the attorney general. The group aims to push government efforts to lower prices.

Associated Press Washington Patchem Birmingham Ala Howard Figg

Willys-Overland Plans New 55,000 Dollar Plant Addition

The Willys-Overland company prepares to erect a large block steel and concrete building on their factory grounds. A permit was filed yesterday for a 55000 dollar structure that will expand their existing complex and create more jobs.

Willys-Overland

Bolshevists Loot Kiev Before Leaving City

Report from Warsaw dated May 5 says Russian Bolshevik soldiers loot houses and stores in Kiev as they prepare to abandon the city amid indications of great confusion.

Bolshevists Kiev City Associated Press Warsaw

Northeastern Ohio Oil and Gas seeks to discontinue gas service

Columbus May 5. The Northeastern Ohio Oil and Gas Company applied for permission to discontinue gas service on September 1 to Ashtabula Jefferson Geneva and Conneaut. The Ohio Public Utilities Commission heard the case today but will not rule for several days.

Prase Columbus Northeastern Ohio Oil and Gas Company Ashtabula Jefferson Geneva Conneaut Ohio Public Utilities', Commission

Armour & Co Charged With Profiteering

Associated Press reports Armour & Co and its New England manager John E Wilson face profiteering charges in Boston. A warrant issued by US Commissioner Hayes led to Wilsons arrest on evidence from the US district attorney showing lamb bought under 10 cents a pound plus freight around four cents was sold locally for 25 12 cents.

Associated Press Boston Armour &Co New England John E. Wilson United States Hayes United States District Attorney's Office

War tourists arrive in France to view devasted regions

The vanguard of American tourists expected to visit devastated areas in northern and eastern France during the coming summer arrived today in Hatre. The Associated Press reports visitors plan a counting summer tour to assess war damage and witness reconstruction efforts.

Associated Press Hatre France

Brown Shoe declares 33 1 3 percent common stock dividend

Brown Shoe Company in St. Louis announces a common stock dividend of 33 1 3 percent. The dividend raises common stock from 6.3 million to 8.4 million dollars. Rational convention selections planned and two districts to name delegates at caucuses amid ongoing district conventions.

Associated Press Brown Shoe Company

Divorces Multiply As Courts Hear Record Day

Six divorce cases filed in Lorain County over twelve hours, the largest one day total in over a year. Plaintiffs include Edith and John Cadden in Lorain, Elizabeth Galencsen and Joseph Galencsen, and Julia Zboray and other spouses, citing gross neglect and extreme cruelty.

Lorain Joseph Galecsen John Zboray Julia J. Zhoray Vine Street Lo God Roem Lippert Louis Lippert Oscar ‘Koppenhafer Myrtle Koppenhafer Gros Florida

Elyria Young Men's Business Club Names Delegates

The Elyria Young Men's Business Club met in the Chamber of Commerce to elect delegates for the national convention of Young Men's Business Clubs in St Louis. Harold H Perry Harold Agate and Lawrence Webber were chosen to represent Elyria. The meeting featured musical numbers and a report on the May dance at the Elks hall May 14 with hopes for wide attendance.

Missouri Kansas City Lere Chicago Johnson Michigan Kalamazoo Mich John Oman Aglamaton Young’ Men's Business Club Chamber of Commerce R. B. Whitehead Luna Lodge 1003 Machinist's Union of Elyria Whitehead Ben Shubert Piao Harry Creenlund Young Men’s Business St. Louis Harold H. Perry Harold Agate Lawrence Webber Jack Warden Elks Hall

Bank closure announced for Glenmont private lender

The Farm Era Bank of Glenmont Holmes county with about 165000 in resources is taken over for liquidation by the state banking department. Owners H W Gray president W D Gray vice president J B Gray cashier asked for investigation and wind up proceedings.

Aseccttied Columbus Farméra Bank of Glenmont Holmes County State Banking Department Pontius Tag Bank H. W. Gray Ww. D. Gray J. B. Gray App

Ohio suffrage rally signals nationwide momentum

Columbus May 5 The Ohio league of women voters launched as successor to the Ohio women’s suffrage association Maude Park national leader predicted ratification of the suffrage amendment by thirty six states and twenty million women soon with full enfranchisement. Constantinople May 3 Bandit chieftain Abraham arrested at Alegoana. Toledo May 5 Movement to force removal of streetcars to be heard in city council tonight. Los Angeles May 5 Walter Watson implicated in murder of Nina Delaney returned to ward after aiding officers in locating the body and testifying at an inquest.

Ohio Women Columbus Ohio League of Women Voters Ohio Women's Suffrage Association Maude Wood Park Boston National League of Women Voters Toledo Toledo Railways Rand Light Company Los Angeles Walter Andrew Watson EL Centro Nina Lee Delaney

May Day Strikes Sweep Across U S Unions and Railroads

A roundup of labor unrest reports from New York Chicago and Dayton notes 12 fencing candidates for Olympic selection in New York and a May Day strike wave touching subway drivers walking delegates and switchmen. Details cover wage talks eight hour days and seniority issues as unions push for new contracts and implementation dates across cities and industries.

New York United States League of America New York Building ‘Trades Council Chicago Messengers Delivery Union Western Union Carmen Lumbermen's Association Railroad Managers’ Association

Dismissal Of Espionage Indictments In Brooklyn Case

Joseph F. Rutherford head of the Russellite faith and eight church officers were freed in federal court Brooklyn when indictments charging violation of the espionage act were dismissed.

New York Oseph F. Rutherford Russellite’ Faith Brooklyn

New York City Adds Twenty Five Municipal Taxicabs

City officials long used luxurious cars for official calls will switch to twenty five municipally owned taxicabs. Each cab will have a meter to record mileage and waiting time to ensure business use only. Police fire and Mayor Hylan’s car arrangements remain unaffected.

Associated Press New York Minos New York City Hylan

House Fire Damages Home on Fifth Street

A chimney sparked a fire that reached the roof of A. M. Hannaford’s residence at 331 Fifth Street this afternoon. Fire department officials estimate the loss at the scene.

A. M. Hannaford Fifth St

Newspprint price rise urged by Internationals Paper

A telegram to Joseph Pulitzer Jr from Cherster W. Lyman reports July 1 newsprint price increases due to higher pulp wood and mill supply costs. Publishers urged rigid economy, warning government price controls could disrupt mills, with an estimated addition of about 150000 tons a year to supply.

Associated Press Washington Internationals Paper Company Cherster W.lyman Senate Joseph Pulizer, Jr St. Louis Post Dispatch

City Clears Rubbish Amid Busy Cleanup Week

The city cleanup department reports heavy rubbish collection across the city. Crews finished at the south end and now work on the east side. loads go to the city dump with burnable refuse slated for disposal. More litter than usual noted by collectors.

YHLC.A Names Directors At Annual Meeting

The Y M C A annual meeting selected directors for terms ranging from one to five years. One year appointees include O M Braman T J Robinson Asaph Jones Ralph Murbach and Fr Pepper. Longer terms list F A Smythe H K Day E F Allen C E Hancock and A E Taylor among others.

O. M. Braman T. ‘J. Robinson Asaph Jones Ralph Murbach Fr. Pepper F. A. Smythe H. K., Day E. F. Allen C. E. Hancock A. E. Taylor George E. Ely Frank Wilford Henry Heiderich J. H. Hurst D. A. Baird L. R. Webber James Thomas B. P. Poste C. J. Crehore H. B. Wibber E. J. Crisp Harry A. Crandall F. WM. Shelton J. F Burke

County Garage Bids Rejected by Commissioners

County commissioners rejected two bids for a new five stall garage behind the county jail. John Kaiser & Bro offered 6 582 dollars and Henry Heldrich 5 522 95 dollars, though the estimate stood at 5 500. The stucco tile building was planned to be a handsome addition.

John Kaiser & Bro Henry Heldrich

Exchange Club Urged to Do Duty as Citizens Speaker Emphasizes Public Interest

At Tuesday noon the Exchange Club heard J. F. Burke speak on class organization and the need for greater civic involvement. He warned that diverse groups form to protect interests, while urging club members to engage actively in national affairs.

Exchange Club J. F. Burke

Destroyers Sailed for Key West for Mexican Waters Duty

Six destroyers and the tender Black Hawk left New York for Key West to be held for possible duty in Mexican waters. Secretary Daniels ordered the fleet division to sail immediately. reports say Carranza uses airplanes to harass rebel towns near Mexico City.

Black Hawk Key West Carranza Associated Press New York Atlantic Fleet Hudson River Méxican Washington Daniels Atlantic Mexican Long Tampico Vera Cruz State Department Navy Department Maxtcan Cuernavaca Morelos Cuautla Pablo Gonzalez Terreon Dieguez Jalisco Nayarit Irapuato Chihuhua

Mayor Jones Addresses Rotary Club On Open Forum

Mayor Jones spoke at the Rotary Club luncheon praising club work for crippled children and urging tolerance of opposing views. He urged friendliness over antagonism, championed peace and good will, and encouraged Rotary members to attend the Open Forum to advance community unity.

Rotary Club Jones Phére Stanley Sanford Walter Fosse J. C. Nichols Rotary and Kiwanis

Elyria Seeks Right of Way for Water Pipe Across Lorain

The city of Elyria petitions Lorain for permission to use a right of way across two parcels of land to lay a new water pipe to the Elyria pumping station west of Lorain. The request was referred to Lorain's building and lands committees and the city solicitor.

City of Elyria Lorain

Newsboys to Attend Greenwald United Carnival Event

Chronicle Telegram newsboys will be guests of the Greenwald United Shows on Thursday night. They will assemble at the office at seven o'clock and proceed to the show grounds as a group. All costs will be covered for the boys.

Greenwald United Chronicle Telegram

Rugs From East By Truck For Local Rug Sale

The Harry H. Smith Co sent a truck to a Pennsylvania city to place orders for room-size and small rugs. They avoided freight and express shipping and plan a fifteen day rug sale as two trucks arrive. A marathon at the Olympic distance will be recognized as a tryout.

Harry H. Smith Co Pennsylvania

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