06 May 1926
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1926
Page
1
In a tragic accident at 913 Lake Ave and near Thompson Street, Kenyon, a local man, died after being struck by a truck. Police and coroner investigated the scene as residents voiced anger amid labor tensions in the community.
A violent dawn attack in Lenore Illinois results in the warden murdered and two convicts captured. Guards deputy warden Klein dies as attackers seize a hardware store for weapons. Police and a citizen posse pursue the fugitives through town as a nightlong chase ends with two convicts captured and others wounded. The incident unfolds after a running gun battle and is continued on the next page.
Four agents operating out of 6% Juste J Phillips court of Independence Township were beaten severely by bootleggers at Grandwood. The bootleggers allegedly took the agents pistols and eyes, sending them to hospital in Cleveland.
A parade of Labour figures including Lloyd George as peacemaker and Arthur Henderson Sidney Webb and Ramsay MacDonald appear as key actors. The text lists ministers and officials bound to steer postwar policy, noting prominent union leaders and party officials.
A man identified as Bennett is reported to have killed his wife and sister, then suffered a fatal incident. The sequence appears linked to a personal crisis and a subsequent death noted after hospital treatment. Authorities are preserving details as investigations continue.
A large blaze east of Lumber Town caused extensive damage with estimated losses around 1.3 million dollars. Fire crews fought the flames, but a quick containment was not achieved and several structures were destroyed.
Police pursue Rosco Calonna 32 of Minneapolis described as five feet eleven inches tall and 150 pounds with a three inch neck scar after leaping from a stopped train near Ely. He fled while custody was briefly relieved for a shave. Cleveland officers combed the coal decks area without success.
Myles E Perry declared the truck driver Otto N exonerated in the fatal collision that killed Inez Cowles. He said the case was closed after a post mortem and witness suggesting Cowles walked into the truck. The coroner stated the duty to order is refused, closing the case.
The airship Norge of the Amundsen Eskinworth Polar expedition arrived at Wadso Norway at 4 50 this morning after departing Leningrad yesterday. It is to depart for Spitzbergen tomorrow weather permitting, marking a key leg in its voyage.
A damaged OCR fragment cites a river case with ten defendants and a toxicology reference. The note mentions a person appearing before a justice and a sentencing outcome. Specific names, dates, and locations are unreadable.
A child was struck by a car and seriously injured. The driver was identified as Arnold and took the injured child to Memorial Hospital for treatment. Additional details about the incident were not provided in the accessible text.
May 26 article notes ten Republican senators led by Reed Warren and Cummins discussing a tense congressional moment. The president reportedly fears a run of bills including farm relief may pass next weeks threatening White House positions. A separate grass fire north of the power line near Oberiin road required early firefighter response.
Gas dies in a state hospital according to a terse clipping. The note offers minimal context and lacks additional names or dates.
A man was killed amid rioting linked to the strike. The incident occurred near Southwark and the Magistrates Court by Tower Bridge after yesterday’s disturbances. Authorities reported the first death of the strike period.
Pennsylvania senator Leonsdrods proposes to extend the eligibility period for World War veterans to convert their war risk insurance to peacetime coverage by six months, expiring December 31 1926. The measure also creates a new form of insurance at reduced rates for veterans.
US suit filed by administratrix Olowski against E C Tanlie and C E Griffin at 206 W 23rd St and 1857 F 3rd St Lorain. Case stems from a September 30 1924 Elyria Ave and Ward St intersection accident where Joseph Jasiolowski was struck and killed by the defendant's auto. Plaintiff seeks loss of services and support.
Fragmentary OCR notes an incident at 4 20 involving a strike or impact near Cleveland. It mentions hospitalization and an expectation of possible discharge, with incomplete context and missing details of persons or actions.
Firefighters battled a blaze in Cleveland on May 6 at the Appla chain Lum ber Company yards. Damages could top 100000 dollars. Firemen from two stations, aided by police and fire marshals, prevented gasoline tanks near Standard Oil from exploding. Two men were burned. Authorities suspect arson.
West Lee a three year old Black boy died in General Hospital after a broken umbrella rib penetrated his brain while playing in the hallway of his home. The incident occurred in Cincinnati on May 6 according to local reports.
A judgment of 375 dollars was awarded this morning in the court of common pleas with R. W. Allen prevailing against J. Slitirvera.
The article notes strike progress in Britain with troop movements described. It mentions Edinburgh and Bathgate as locations and reports eighty buses taken out of action by mobs in London. The piece conveys rising unrest and government response during the strike period.
The government and trade union sources discuss food supply issues with high tensions over a teachers edict. Reports note ample food and milk incoming to London while Milford Haven experiences delays as fish shipments are halted by transport shortages.
London May 6 The health ministry ordered all poor law relief payments suspended this weekend Instructing local authorities to conserve funds and aid only the neediest unable to find work Poor law relief disbursements run about 3 million dollars weekly in this era of crisis
Fragmented OCR notes show labor leaders defying government as workers prepare to strike. Mentions of Durham, speeches, regulations, and officials suggest a tense climate with possible state actions.
Disrupted British press scenes unfold as strikers block crews and destroy bundles. A man is arrested near the Times office after touching off a small blaze. Reports from the scene describe clashes and scuffles as bundles are loaded onto trucks amid the strike.
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