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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1928
Page
14
In New Orleans on November 14 two surviving von Herrs fear a one sided feud by unknown assailants. An assassination attempt on Baron Frederich Wilhelm Gustave von Herr was thwarted by coins in a pocket book that diverted the bullet. The feud has already claimed the baron’s father and other relatives.
The Konjola Man at Philips Drug Store Elyria presents testimonials from patients like Mia May Neubauer who describe eight years of health decline reversed within five weeks by Konjola. The ad touts 1332 ingredients and roots and herbs claimed to restore digestion kidneys and energy, urging sufferers to consult the Konjola Man daily.
In Metz in 1925 an assassination attempt killed the aging Baron von Herr and his son Eric, while the third son Hugo, 24, studied at Friedrishhaven and survived. The family, once wealthy, faced postwar danger amid Alsace-Lorraine political strife and a broader vendetta, with the father relocate to the United States in 1921 for safety.
Penfield notes Mrs Charles Pelton hosts Aid Society at her home for an all day meeting and dinner by Circle No 1. Visitors include Mr and Mrs P E Davison and others from Strongville Wellington Vermilion and Lakewood. P T A elects officers for the coming year led by President Mrs Robert Eglin.
A Brooklyn New York model Collette Trancis explains how Danderine shampoo helps keep her hair silky and healthy after years on stage. She notes dandruff control and easier styling, adding the product leaves no oily residue and brings vigor to the scalp. A 35 cent bottle is advertised at drug or toilet counters.
A Mollywood fire razed over 109 Indian o.m.s to the ground and drew thousands to the blaze south of Hollywood. The destruction exceeded $106,000, with the scene recalled as among the year’s largest. The fire, filmed by Inspiration Pictures Edwin Crowe, will be a highlight in Ramona at the Hiakte theatre for four days and matinees.
Bedford Ohio teachers agreed to work without pay for two months to keep the schools open amid a $40,000 funds shortage and a $252,000 budget not fully paid. Superintendent Moody cited $95,000 in delinquent taxes and tax delays delaying funds from the county treasurer.
An old advertisement touts a French process powder named Mello-Glo that promises long wear and a soft peachy skin tone. It claims to reduce shine and pore appearance, urging readers to visit St Crandal's Drug Store and Lewis' Mercantile Co. for purchase.
The theatrical colony at the Settlement House in Elyria shows a busy winter ahead with four plays planned this season. Younger actors eight to eleven will present Jack Frosts Mistake and The Magic Thanksgiving while older students advance in future shows including a Christmas play for ten to thirteen year olds and a minstrel for over twelve. Miss Doris Todd reports October attendance of 4211, the busiest in years, as the program continues alongside other activities.
Clyde plans a modest observance for the anniversary of General John B. McPherson born here. McPherson was the highest ranking Union officer killed in the Civil War and is buried in McPherson cemetery named for him. Also notes early adhesive postage stamps in England and coal-to-coke yield figures.
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