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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1924
Page
7
The piece argues Americans travel to Europe for leisure and money but often return provincial. It urges observers to learn from Europe’s art, culture, and different life rhythms, noting opera, attitudes, and a world citizen outlook. It cites Professor Rauschenbusch on trips becoming shopping tours for the wealthy.
A national House vote to submit the child labor amendment to the states highlights southern lawmakers’ opposition rooted in states’ rights while northern representatives largely favoring submission. The piece notes condemnation of southern child labor practices and optimism for Senate action and eventual ratification by three-fourths of states.
Fragmented OCR notes reference a May Day tragedy and a reform campaign. It mentions opposition by industrial groups, a Charles Brand vote against an amendment, a Memorial Day event, and a hospital fire operation for poor children led by Dr. H M Metcalf.
Yesterday and today in Ohio include military history, birthdays, and events. Figures named include Gen Zachary Taylor era command, Rear Admiral Rupert Peary born in Cresson Pennsylvania, and Gov Calvin Coolidge vetoing a beer bill in 1920. Readers see train raids, parades, and civic developments reflected in a dense roll of names and dates.
Today Rt. Rev. Nathaniel S. Thomas, Episcopal bishop of Wyoming, celebrates the 11th anniversary of his consecration. The Chamber of Commerce of the United States meets in Cleveland for its 12th annual gathering. The Women’s Committee for Political Action calls for a conference of progressive women of all parties in Washington as primaries stir interest.
John Williams Colore was sentenced to the penitentiary for fifteen years for the killing of Wonn Watson, an ex negro preacher, in a saloon law at Lorain. Judge Wannamaker reconsidered his resignation due to ill health and ratified a decision.
An aged column notes that elegant outfits guide stylish crowds as weather mentions fade, reflecting daily life where fashion and social trends define the public scene.
Residents push a community pool project with a $15,000 goal. So far about $10,400 raised, 22,500 potential donors remain. Many big contributors still undecided, urging immediate checks to avoid delays as warm weather approaches.
Former UK MP Phillia W. Wilson, now in the US, argues communism waned in the British Isles and Labour's rise is due to social religious movements after WWI. He cites Labour’s acts against a Singapore base and recognition of Russia, praises Ramsay MacDonald, notes the coalition government as hypocrisy, and claims Bolshevik surrender is unfounded.
A Chronicle column notes classified telegram requests seeking help, services, or items. Readers are urged to respond via listed contact details and follow the publication’s ad guidelines.
An essay discussing German relations with Europe and the Dawes report, Hoover’s fisherman metaphor on public life, and a chemist’s forecast of future food abundance. It weighs progress against ease and questions changes to character as technology reduces labor.
The piece laments lack of taxes yet notes no voters. It questions why Congress remains costly and critiques the choice of congressional candidates. It underscores the risk of paying a high price for impatience in elections.
A jumble of poems about sweet and sour in nature attributed to Spenser, followed by a dubious health ad promising Chamberlain's remedies from Des Moines Iowa. The cutline invites readers to send name address and 5 cents for a trial package including cough remedies and liver tablets.
Miss Belle Sherwin, former first vice president, is taking over duties from ill health retiree Maud Wood Park. Cleveland born Sherwin, educated at Wellesley, organized civic groups, chaired defense committees, and has long supported woman suffrage. She has been a Wellesley trustee since 1918.
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