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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1929

Page

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Sheriff declares war on bus violators to protect children

Lorain County Sheriff Clarence Adams launches a county wide campaign using spotters and deputized bus drivers to record license numbers of cars passing stopped school buses. He cites several incidents including a child injured and another killed near Dover Center and says the effort will involve Justices of the Peace and deputies enforcing strict penalties.

Clarence Adams Adams Swerff Justices of the Peace Atiff Dover Center Lorain County

Plane abandoned by round-the-world fliers near Altoona

Edward Brock and WFF Schlee were reported missing after abandoning their plane near Barneshorn, about 25 miles north of Altoona. Jeff Tintonfield of Detroit and B L Graves, president of a Texas Aircraft Corp, accompanied the fliers. They landed, left the craft, and traveled to Detroit by train.

Brock Schlee Altoona Edward WFF Jeff Tintonfield Detroit Barneshorn Pennsylvania

Three Fined For Violating Dog Law

Three individuals were arraigned before Justice S J eGorene and fined ten dollars plus costs for dog law violations. Toha Datil of Quarry toad was fined for allowing a dog to run loose at night. Morris Resost sky of West River Street Elyria and John Setrns of West Street were fined for not having a license for a big dog.

Trea S.j.egorene Toha Datil Morris Resostsky West River Street Elyria Big Dog John Setrns West Street

When D W Seward Began as a City Letter Carrier

When D W Seward was 21 he worked as a city letter carrier in Flyrna after entering the post office at 15 as a special delivery carrier. He spent 22 years as a city carrier, then eight years as postmaster under the Wilson administration, totaling 35 years in Elyria post office duties before turning to insurance. He is married with four children, lives at 122 Broad Street, and his hobby is baseball. His early ambition was to be a railroad man.

D. W. Seward Flyrna Wilson Elyria Seward Broad Street Fia

Dover Center Man Charged in Manslaughter Death of Boy

Jack Zeldes of Detroit facing manslaughter charges after his car struck eight year old Raymond E Elayen as he left a school bus in Dover Center. Hearing postponed to December 18 by Mayor Cipra after arraignment in town hall. Funeral services for the boy set for Thursday at his home and Eaton Church of Christ.

Dover Center Jack Zeldes Hazelwood Avenue Detroit Michigan Raymond E Elayen Claire Haven Frank Cipra Zeldes Cipra Havens Lorain Courty Dover Eaton Church of Christ

Memory of James W. Good Honored in National Tribute

Washington honors James W. Good with a full national tribute. President Hoover presided at White House services for the late former Secretary of War. A 19 gun salute marked the national sendoff as Good’s body departed for Cedar Rapids Iowa for burial.

Washington James W. Good Hoover High Seas United States White House Joseph R. Lizzo New York Avenue Presbeterian Good Campbell B. Hodges White Horse Cedar Rapids Adams War Department Patrick J. Hurley Stanf Trubee-Davison Steeeral Charles P_mmerall Deneen Brookhart Iowa Cyrenus Cole

Hearing Postponed in Black River Township Assessments

A hearing on assessments for the Fos Ditect in Black River Township was postponed yesterday, with the new date to be announced as December 19.

Black River Township

Railroads to Spend Billions Under Hoover Plan

Washington November 20 President Hoover opened a push to speed prosperity with railroads promising more than a billion dollars in next year expansion. Federal Reserve hinted lower rates to ease funds for business while treasury officials forecast a surplus next June despite tax cuts and war gains. Leaders from industry and finance planned further talks as the White House weighs broader measures to keep factories and stores operating through winter.

Washington Hoover Federal Reserve Board Is Advisory Corncil Fleury Ford War Gond Treasury Department Treasury Gay. Young New York Federal Reserve Hich Conference of General Business White House Thomas J. Walsh Dem Mont Gwen © Youuh Walsh John J. Raskoh Democratic National Committee

Chest workers busy calling on prospects in drive

Central and southern Ohio endure near freezing temperatures as snow dampens northern areas. Community Chest canvassers push to reach all prospects by Thursday noon, with campaign reports tracking progress and a Friday cutoff looming. Executives plan surveys to assess drive status against a $97,000 goal. $49,298.25 had been subscribed by noon yesterday.

Community Chest Campaign Community Service Council J. E. Thatcher

Colorado Winter Storm Whips Rockies

A seventh snow storm of the season grips the Rocky Mountain region, dropping temperatures to around ten degrees above zero. Denver sees two inches of snow while Cheyenne and Lander report four inches. widespread travel disruption hits Colorado Wyoming and Montana with accidents in Helena and other cities. Beets harvest delayed further as farmers brace for more winter weather.

Denver Colo Rocky Mountain New Mexico Colorado Wyoming Montana Cheyenne and Lander Wyo

Delegates Elected To Northeast Ohio YMCA Conference

Five Junior Hi-Club members were chosen as delegates to the twenty sixth annual YMCA Older Boys Conference in East Cleveland on November 2 30 and December 1. Over 600 boys from the region will attend with four alternates named and Senior HIV club delegates to be chosen tonight. Speakers include W Teachout Cameron Beck Rev Hudnutt Fred Ramery and Franklin Dodge.

East Cleveland Ohio Jay Howenstine Howard Somers William Kiely Emmanuel Schon Alex Graher Douglas Wiggins Ben Kanff Jack Adamson Howard Martin East Cleveland Avid W. Teachout Y.M.C. A Ohio State Y. M.C. A Cameron Beck New York Stock Exchange Herbert Hudnutt Windermere Presbyterian Church Fred W. Ramery North America Franklin Dodge Amsterdam

Bank HoldUp In Toledo Nets 19000 Take

A trio robbed Ohio Savings Trunk and Trust Company in Toledo. Two men entered the bank, forced employees to surrender, and escaped with about 19,000 dollars as bystanders watched. One robber stayed with a car outside as the others fled.

Collingwail Hn Ohio Savings Trunk & Trust Company Rothers

Lawsuit Filed Over Print ory Notes for $13438.47

Enarge W. Muller sues F E B Andrews and Alena R. Andrews in common pleas court seeking $13 438 47 alleged due on signed notes in plaintiffs possession. The filing follows a prior claim of $15 426 47.

Common Pleas Court Enarge

Chimney Fire Prompts Still Alarm at 652 Lodi Street

The chimney burning out in dwelling at 652 Lodi Street occupied by H G McAlister triggered a still alarm at midnight. Firemen found no damage and required no apparatus.

Mayor Hewitt to Address Blyrta Kiwanis Club

Mayor James A. Hewitt will address the Blyrta Kiwanis Club at Hotel Newell tomorrow. The Public Affairs committee is in charge of the meeting.

Kiwanis Club James A. Hewitt Blyrta Kiwanis Elih Hotel Newell

Mayor Addresses Vermilion Rotary

Mayor James A. Hewitt spoke at the Vermilion Rotary Club at noon. The address centered on the topic Chilzen's Responsibilities.

Vermilion Rotary James A. Hewitt Vermilion Rotary Club Chilzen

County YMCA plans extension of activities in Lorain County

Lorain County YM C A committee discussed extending activities at a meeting in Elyria. Proposals include Father and Son banquets in multiple communities, an Older Boys Christian Conference, a county Hi Council, new Hi Y clubs, and boys work committees. A January 18 conference date was set for the older boys program.

Lorain County Elyria Association Older Boys’ Christian Conference Bors

Pleads Guilty in Death of Bishop Gets Life Term

Dewey Richmond aged 31 pleaded guilty to second degree murder before Judge Fred L. Hoffman in Cincinnati and was sentenced to life imprisonment. His admission linked him to the beating and stabbing of Rev. Joseph Hartzell, retired Methodist bishop, at his Blue Ash home on June 1, 1928, leading to the bishop's death from pneumonia complications on Sept. 6.

Cincinnati Dewey Richmond Fred L. Hoffman Richmond Ashe Joseph ©. Hartzell Blue Ash Albion Guy Blair Portsmouth Nelson Schwab Walter Monre Carthage Crme Hartzell

Liquor ordinances upheld by state Supreme Court

The Cleveland and Youngstown liquor ordinances were upheld by the Ohio Supreme Court. They impose penalties up to 509 dollars and possible imprisonment for prohibitions violations. Plaintiffs Robert Brown and John Frang challenged the ordinances, arguing state law already governs penalties.

Columbus Cleveland Youngstown Supreme Court Robert Brown John Frang

Senate Votes To Adjourn Friday

IMB WASHINGTON NOV. 20 The senate voted today to adjourn the special session Friday The adjournment resolution was proposed by Senator Walsh of Montana acting democratic leader It set ten A M as the hour for adjournment and left the time for adjournment of the house to that body Walsh said it would be impossible to complete action on the stariff bill at this session and accordingly there was no reason why there should not be a brief recess before the regular session.

Walsh Montana Senate House

Congressmen Arrested in Prohibition Case At Capitol

Washington November 25 Prohibition sits at the center of congressional debate as Rep Edward E Denison Illinois is indicted under the Volstead act. Secretary Mellon reports enforcement funds improved investigations but fewer arrests while a new wire tapping ban bill seeks to shield constitutional liberties. Denison and former secretary John Leyne face charges over liquor in Union Station and Denison's office.

Washington Edward Everett Denison Illnois Mellon Supreme Court Hep. Schafer Wisconsin Schafer Olmstead District of Columbia Doran Houses Senate Congress Hoover Treasury Justice Department Warris Dem Denison Capitol Prohibition Union Station Federal Prohibition Bureau Leo Rover Federal Bureau John Leyne Marion

Local Recluse Dan Konvacks Found Dead in Shed

Dan Konvacks, 50, lived in a shed at 215 West River Street and died by self-inflicted hanging Tuesday. Beech Street resident John Hardy and 218 West River alerted police. Coroner Milas Perry ruled it suicide after findings of nail in loft and rope setup. Body sent to Taylor funeral home.

Dan Konvacks Tecluse West River Street John Hardy Beech Street Manhattan West River Milas £. Perry Kavacks Taylor Funeral Home

Lorain County road program nears completion

Lorain County is near finishing a large road program, with 183.4 miles of highway and 877400 dollars spent this year. 22.5 miles opened to traffic, 13 000 for 2.7 miles of Kolbe road, and 78 700 for 12 miles of stage construction roads.

Lorinn Charles T. Begg Sheffield Lake Village Lorain County G. T. Biggs

Dogs Kill Sheep And Chickens In County

A heavy loss of chickens and sheep, about 400 dollars, was reported by Dog Warden Lee Minkler. Last night 66 thoroughbred chickens died at Snyder farm on Aloha road, about 200 dollars. a police dog was seen near the farm and suspected in the coop attack. Two dogs from Ashland county killed five sheep and four injured at Pete Stidium’s Huntington farm. Charles Hahn at West Lake road reported two sheep killed and six injured Monday night.

Lee Minkler Snyder Aloha Road Ieen Peter Stidium Huntington Ashland County Charles Hahn West Lake Road

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