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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1924
Page
3
Elyria completed its Community Chest drive with a total over ninety thousand dollars, surpassing the goal by several thousand. The success reflects civic pride and a humane approach, driven by public and personal endorsement rather than pressure, and it is seen as building lasting local support for social agencies and future campaigns.
Commentator argues legislation should simplify voting to place power with the people while hindering self serving politicians. He cites in Ohio a need to shorten ballots and contrasts with New York’s lengthy ballot, urging reforms to make elections clearer and more responsive.
A fragmented poem-like note recounts a city crisis with a gas scare and a bold figure threatening to cut gas. It lists several historical figures with birth anniversaries and ends with religious and civic titles, mixing satire and oblique tributes.
A compendium of past anniversaries listing figures like Shelby Cullom Henry Wilson and Gen William Henry with death dates and places. It also notes historical events from 1833 the wheat export ban 1922 Chanute 1920 Hard arrival and 1930s civic actions, plus today’s birthdays and a one year ago item about Mabelle Gilman Corey.
Abe Martin notes Mrs Em Moots and a jailed man discuss money changes. The piece hints debates over newspapers during elections, joking that political campaigning could be dull without comic strings.
The essay notes ancient Kish as the world’s oldest city and finds 5000 to 7000 year old graves of women with seals for legal deeds. It argues women once held equal rights, and critiques valuing newness over enduring customs in society.
Sir Henry Worth Thornton president of the Canadian National Railways argues state ownership is necessary for Canada's development. He cites efficient operation lower rates and Westward immigration as goals and defends Canada’s system as a model revealing state ownership can be loyal and productive.
A columnist argues modern life shows rapid tech growth and comfortable workers while urging managers to train executives, not rely on chance. It cites experiments on fasting health, then praises a young author who writes from life with keen observation.
William B. Ainey, newly elected president of the National Association of Railway and Utilities Commissioners, serves as chairman of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission. Ainey, born April 8, 1864 in New Milford, has long represented the United States in interparliamentary and interstate affairs and was active in the 1912 to 1922 transportation governance era.
Judge Ainey, a Susquehanna County district attorney for two terms, served in the 62nd and 63rd Congresses and on the Foreign Relations Committee. Married Emma E. Lyons in 1888, he joined the Pennsylvania Public Service Commission on May 26, 1915, soon becoming its chairman.
Sixty years ago Company B O N G elected Sergeant E P French as captain. Lorain County farmers formed a Farmers Club and planned regular meetings under the group.
A silk flag gifted to Co I by Elyria women went missing from a trunk, was found and rescued by Mayor John Topliff. Elyria voters tallied 319 to 316 against Wellington on Lincoln votes, and hosted a liquor free dinner at Wedell house Cleveland. A five percent tax funded a $300 veteran bonus. Hawaiian pineapple exports reach $30 million annually.
Day's Music Store markets instruments for Thanksgiving and Christmas. It lists Victrolas, pianos, phonographs, and other instruments with delivery by December 24. The ad promotes the Christmas Victrola Club and mentions performances at Cleveland Public Auditorium and various record selections.
DAY'S HARDWARE offers roasters in two sizes at 4.50 and 5.25, Savory Roaster in two sizes, sheet iron roasters, aluminum roasts, steamers, pans, and a large collection of casseroles and tableware. Also hunting supplies for opening day and Thanksgiving, Winchester shotguns, cartridges, and a Wonder Washer promotion with 3.50 worth of merchandise per stamp book.
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