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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1920
Page
8
Local Elyria newspaper page from November 27 1920 lists Chronicle Telegram branding The Lorain County Printing and Publishing Company address 231 Second Street Elyria Ohio with phone listings for News and Society sections. This card reflects masthead and contact information rather than news content.
A historical analysis argues the United States owes $24 billion in war debts with about $10 billion tied to foreign governments. It notes five percent demand notes could be converted to bonds, yet none has been. Treasury plans to collect little during reconstruction. By year end interest will total $1.2 billion, while $433 million has been paid. The piece urges fair repayment and suggests other nations repay ill-gotten gains to restore justice and peace.
The piece argues that allied powers especially Britain may block Constantine’s return to Greece despite his victory, questioning how such external coercion aligns with self determination and the League of Nations ideals. It notes Britain’s skill at this tactic and suggests the author’s stance against involvement.
A fragment reflecting on why the great war was fought, arguing America’s cause was democracy and that victory should be shown by preserving democracy and asking for nothing more. The speaker questions what the victor would prove about the other side and what could be demonstrated afterward.
A 50 year old newspaper item notes council met in Gates office with members Hale Baldwin and Lane present. A petition signed by 73 citizens was discussed and laid on the table. Asa Smith wed Sophia M Byington of Elyria. Reverend S E Bawden led Thanksgiving services in Stone church. Ila Hack was a locomotive at Bergers saving the fing with one way speed. William Baron God and Amanda Char wed in Beebr house, Brownhelm.
A satirical column mocks a New England professor’s debate on women’s strength. It cites humorous court incidents and domestic quirks, poking fun at gender claims, with quips about marriage laws, profiteers, and a tennis player image, all framed in a light, period voice.
A survey of educational data reports four hundred American students in French universities and 650 New York City public schools with 24 000 teachers. It notes girl graduates outpacing boys in public high schools, about 1 200 Catholic high schools, Poland introducing Polish in public schools after 180 years, Eaton School in England enrolling over 1 100, and Eastern colleges averaging 204 study days. Philadelphia public schools admit new age certificates in 56, while over 6 400 U S public schools have machines for phonetic instruction.
About a hundred thousand students in the United States are taking public and private correspondence courses.
The Ashland Times-Gazette issues a Greater Ashland edition with an aeroplane view of Main Streets on the front page. The issue features sections devoted to the history of Ashland's business and manufacturing, illustrating the city's progress and prosperity.
A column urges fathers to be true parents by showing sympathy and fellowship with their sons. It contrasts mere fatherhood with active fathering and friendlike support. The piece cites a boy who fearfully avoided home after a late night, urging dads to gain trust, share joys and sorrows, and handle misdeeds with understanding to prevent future trouble.
An Elyria rental ad warns landlords to consider placing children over pets and recalls Jesus' call to welcome children. The note questions hospitality and poses a moral prompt about denying housing to families with children.
A jester asks Robson why he is like a donkey and he sees a chance to roast his wife. At home he asks her the same question. She replies dryly that he was born that way, ending the brief exchange with humor.
A garbled OCR fragment hints at a fictional or misread decree about victory, danger, and a thwarted mission. Names and places are unreadable, leaving a vague scene of struggle and resolve without clear subjects or outcomes.
An odd report notes farmer Jon and his wife sought a Department of Justice job to oversee an egg hunt. The piece humorously cautions about trust and adherence to a policy of caution, suggesting changes in etiquette and safety.
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