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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1921
Page
2
The Elyria Chronicle Telegram urges subscribers to finish payments for the Community Chest and appeals to others who have not subscribed to contribute. It notes past success despite unemployment and urges prompt annual payments as a debt of honor to support local institutions and the city.
Mr. Seehohn Rountree, an employer of seven thousand in London, urged the Academy of Political Science that leadership should be rooted in love not force. He argued greed causes conflicts in industry and that genuine regard resolves disputes without strikes, boycotts, or blacklists. He called for bosses to adopt a humane leadership ethic and shared profits with fairness.
A condensed chronicle notes Moravian missionary David Zelnberger’s 1803 death in Tuscarawas County. It recalls a 1835 aurora sighting, 1871 Congregational church formation at Oberlin, 1886 White Caps appearance in Brown County, plus a look at notable birth anniversaries and events from related figures.
A chaotic scene unfolds as Bob Taylor allegedly loans an automatic shotgun to Rags Cluley. In Cluley’s restaurant the weapon is brandished causing a scare and Mrs. Cluley to be revived with smelling salts. The group then moves to Cascade Park for a gunfight aftermath and evasive explanations follow.
A fragmented reminiscence notes Lawrence Webser and John We Cormick with references to Wesleyan football, a Rotary Club event, and local figures. The speech mentions court house rumors, a church picnic, a bank pledge not to cash checks, and jokes about a comedian prosecutor, with several unclear names and stray lines.
The 125th anniversary of Andrew Pickens Butler birth is marked by a dinner hosted by the Secretary of State and Mrs Hughes for armament conference delegates. In New York City the AIEE and SNAME hold annual meetings while the National Consumers League convenes in Washington to improve conditions for women workers.
A remnant of 30 years ago shows Albert Ely advertising water power at East Falls for sale. The Republica n endorsed a free kindergarten with public schools. Elvril outlined a Farmers Institute with Professor Chamberlain and Thorn of Wooster Experiment Station. McAvoy's Orchestra booked for a Relief Hose Co. dance at AR Hall on Thanksgiving Day. Baker & Foster bought Chas Splitzenberg's clothing stock for a big sale. Western Automatic expanded to 120 workers and planned new machinery. Chas S Smith wed Miss Phebe L Notley by Rev. E. E Williams. A total eclipse of the moon thrilled city observers on a clear night. An estate notes annual use of skins from over 109000 animals in binding Oxford Pibles.
A reader from Elyria thanks the Chronicle Telegram for not publishing intimate details of the Arbuckle case and for upholding moral standards. Walter H. Watts also commends the paper for public spirit and restraint in reporting.
Community notes Rev and Mrs Neth report from Constantinople where thousands of refugees endure dire conditions. The American Bible Society mission faces critical needs, with support from Rev Ryans former congregation and local friends urged to aid. Other items mention visits, relocations, and community updates.
A social event held Thursday evening at the school house in District No. 4 raised funds with a liberal collection and refreshments. Residents and attendees noted a pleasant evening despite health concerns among some. Several neighbors and visitors joined Armistice Day observances in Wellington and Oberlin.
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