13 Oct 1922
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1922
Page
1
A dramatic rescue unfolded as ships and tugboats responded to a blazing liner off the coast. Passengers and crew faced peril as flames spread, with a long flotilla aiding evacuation and ferries bringing survivors to safety.
Debating figures argue over tax policy and property classification with references to the Kentucky tax code and constitutional limits. Speakers discuss income taxes, debt limits, and the tradeoffs of classifying property to aid debt relief and wealth inequities.
Disjointed OCR reads of a transportation incident mention marooned travelers aboard a sleeper car and a patrol or police inquiry into robberies. The text lists names and scattered actions but lacks coherent details or clear outcomes.
Vincent Toward reported his car was jacked near the Gruml theatre, rear-end damage including a sheeptire, venturing part of the engine and radiator damaged. Casper Cash, also from the city, was involved in a separate theft case in Cleveland. Cash was found, and Toward left to recover his property.
The North Elyria Grange marks its fiftieth anniversary with a large turnout at the Grange hall. A program featured veteran members, a historical talk, poetry, and a feature on the Grange’s origin, followed by social time and refreshments.
Dr J H Ruff of Atlanta performed a life saving procedure after a newborn named Asbill, son of Mero and Mrs Mac Asbill, swallowed a safety pin. He carefully removed the pin and closed the wound, describing the operation as a modern miracle.
The report notes Sweden leaning toward a dry vote amid prohibition agitation. Swedish leaders and observers detail American interest and how the issue shapes the country's polling and political climate.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Swedish protection and shipping controls from 1922. The garbled text mentions elections, voters, women’s turnout, and county officials, with scattered phrases about law, rights, and a reaction to wartime restrictions.
Fragmented OCR text describes unrest around Athens with Turkish loikh ner Varah and references to refugees and taverns. It mentions a woman named Lois and a person named Tita amid disordered lines. The readable content suggests turmoil and survival themes with scattered place names.
A robbery at a rural rail office ended with the bandits escaping. No casualties reported as authorities search for clues and the public is urged to avoid the area near Watford while investigations continue. Potential suspect details were not disclosed.
Fragmented report notes a bathing pool pastor suspended by the Presbyterian ministry over undisclosed charges. The suspension followed a commission inquiry and related accusations connected to church affairs in Indianapolis. A separate police court case in Cleveland fined Fred Martin 25 dollars for drunk driving after an incident. Martin was later held overnight.
Police pursue a young female horse thief who breaks jail and flees through rural roads and hills. Officers join a long chase across streams and fields, pursuing toward a distant county while witnesses describe the tense pursuit and pursuit near a park and industrial area.
In Cincinnati on October 13 Henry Gentry, 89, a retired tobacco merchant, was killed near Washington Court House when the automobile he rode with his wife and daughter veered and overturned. Mrs Gentry and her daughter escaped unharmed. Gentry was en route to his childhood home in Gailipo, where the accident happened.
Public protest followed a railway wage increase vote by the board. A final ruling and possible further action were discussed as opponents urged an immediate decision and challenged the outcome.
Miss Margerret Davis, 14, from Rosine, vanished four days ago prompting frantic searches by police and relatives. She was found near Rosine posing as a boy named Mack Davis after cutting her hair and visiting local shops before attempting to enroll at a school. Her ruse was uncovered and she returned home.
Theodore F Burtor, an Ohioan and member of the America debt funding commission, returns from abroad and immediately con fers with President Haring while other delegates attend the third assembly of the team of all ors.
Fragmentary text suggests a freight train blocking a fire department response. Details are unclear with many garbled words but hint at an accident or obstruction affecting emergency services. No clear names, dates, or locations readable.
Aching fragmentary report describes mail theft and rummaging at a Cleveland location. Investigators report looted items recovered and authorities pursuing suspects. Details remain unclear due to damaged text but indicate a mail theft with multiple sections affected.
In Cleveland on October 7 President Taft praised Roosevelt’s approach and urged unity against partisan efforts. Roosevelt, a top political figure, delivered remarks criticizing rival factions and stressing firm, reform-minded leadership.
Mrs Frances Trall widow of the murdered Protestant Episcopal clergyman De Ede We Had collapsed in her home from strain. She had grieved since the deaths of her husband and the parish leader at St John the Evangelist, whose body was found on the Philips farm about two miles away on September 1.
Fragmentary OCR text shows names and events about Stone Falls with scattered phrases. The readable parts mention Stone Falls and a trace of a tale or report. The content is incomplete and lacks cohesive detail or clear outcomes to summarize meaningfully.
A federal restraint issued in New York blocks enforcement of the Daugherty dry ruling at port of New York and limits actions by prohibition officers and ships. Judge Bolt’s order applies to New York jurisdiction and tempers national move to enforce the dry law with maritime constraints.
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