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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1921
Page
1
Dallas, Oct. 17. Three persons dead, one dying, six injured after a fire swept a rooming house in Texas City early this morning. Roomers trapped on the second floor cried for help as many leaped from windows. Firemen made seven rescues. Fire origin has been determined. The boarding house housed about thirty people, most asleep when the blaze started.
W G Lee president of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen announces a strike beginning October 30 after a wage cut threat. Washington officials hesitate to comment as they expect administration action to avert nationwide industrial warfare on the eve of the Armament Conference amid peak winter fuel concerns. Labor Committee members include Warrant Stone, L E Sheppard, W S Carter, and P S Cashen.
In Chicago a factional rupture threatens union unity as leaders of eleven subsidiary unions press for control over strike decisions. Washington plans to keep mails moving and suggests rate cuts to avert action. Cleveland sees no turning back as leaders from the big four factions meet, while engineers and trainmen chiefs dismiss Railway Labor Board proposals. St Louis rails chief calls the public plan infeasible.
The Kipton township case seeks $50,000 to consolidate schools and build a new central school. Plaintiffs claim the board lacks election authority. defendants defend legality. Judge dismissed for insufficient facts. plaintiffs appeal to the Court of Appeals with bond set for appeal guarantees.
Anna Stang wife of Andrew the Telegraph Road died after an illness at the Gospel Mission 114 ge street. The remains will be at the late home on the Telegraph Road then Tuesday afternoon services at the Gospel Mission. Interment in Crown Cemetery.
Sheriff Backus aided by detectives arrested two men after burglar tools were found in a barn tied to a car theft incident near Carlisle on the LaGrange road. The suspects, identified by Cleveland officers, face charges if Cleveland handling fails.
The Young Men's Business Club will hold an election Tuesday to choose officers for the coming year after a two week member campaign. Ballots have been mailed for all members and will be cast throughout the day with results announced at the meeting. A 6:36 dinner will precede an address by former State Senator George H. Chamberlain.
In Columbus a woman and companion hid a four week old infant in a dresser drawer at a rooming house. Police pursued and recovered the child near the landlady's address. Miss Freda Neal, 23, admitted fear of eviction led to the act. the baby was later released to county detention. In London, General Pershing received the Congressional Medal, pledged unity with Britain, and spoke of lasting Anglo American peace and shared Christian spirit.
State Department announces arrangements for the temporary resumption of cable service on Yap Island, nearly completed as of today. Officials indicate measures will restore communications while longer term plans are arranged.
Dewey Long, wanted on a charge of shooting with intent to kill, was held in the county jail awaiting the arrival of Shad Jones of Pre.
Chicago reports show split among the Big Four brotherhoods and AF of L railroad unions over a planned strike set after wage cuts. Leaders caution a general walkout depends on a joint strategy and firm settlement terms.
Cleveland October 17 Warren S Stone grand chief of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers denounced the Railway Labor Board proposal to convert wage reductions into lower freight rates as a public joke. He said union leaders would be in conference to settle the dispute, with continuation noted on Page Two.
Postmaster General Hays said the mails will be moved regardless of a railroad strike. He stated that parties to the controversy should not allow developments to interfere with government service and that a time may come for further comment.
Senate moves toward a quick vote on ratifying the German Austrian and Hungarian peace treaties amid tight margins and GOP concerns. Democratic leaders Underwood and Hitchcock may swing enough votes to secure the two thirds necessary, with possible replacement by Governor Sproul to preserve the margin.
The city council meets this evening with the salary ordinance as the main item. A large attendance is expected from opponents of any salary reductions and several other business items will occupy the session into late hours.
Mrs W W Appleby mother of Mrs C W Raufus died at Memorial hospital Saturday afternoon from a complication of diseases. Appleby recently came from Detroit and is survived by her daughter and two sons F W Appleby of Fort Wayne and C W Appleby of Conneaut. Remains were taken to Jenkins parlor and to the home of Mrs Raufus this afternoon.
Citizens reported a series of loud blasts during the night causing many to call the police. Officers traced the cause to a public event, with further confusion over the source and location. authorities advised residents and investigated the scene.
News items report calls for federal control to avert a nationwide railroad strike. President Harding may be urged to take action as government officials prepare, with Postmaster General Hays stating mail service will continue regardless. Proposals to restore railroads to government operation circulate amid anti strike discussions.
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