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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1920
Page
5
Property owners are informed that no new applications for power and lighting service will be accepted until after March 15, 1921. Existing customers may still apply if they have already wired, as two substations are overloaded. Improved facilities are needed but funds to proceed are unavailable.
A promotional note extols Our Beautiful Plant as a monument to American farming integrity and the needs of the modern housewife. It praises Ben nett Sunshine products developed by experts who have achieved success in their professions.
Oberlin, Oct 1, saw a hard fought 7 to 0 victory over Mount Union. Oberlin’s forward passing and strong defense carried the Crimson and Gold, especially after key injuries sidelined Capt McPhee and Stallings. McPhee scored the decisive touchdown in the first half as Parkhill kicked the goal after the play. Mount Union threatened late, but Oberlin held on as the score held. Herman excelled as punter, delivering four kicks of 45 yards or more, aiding Oberlin’s field position and stoppage of Mount Union drives. Oberlin now faces Wooster next, aiming for the state championship.
Elyria Chamber of Commerce officials announce a November 2 election returns gathering in Chamber Hall with a Western Union wire and an operator. The event marks the first national election with women voting and invites all women, especially wives of members, to attend. a light lunch will be served and returns expected from eight o clock. The fall program features street sign placement to be completed in 30 days, with Jim Arpitage donating services and a wooden weatherproof sign design. The City Planning Committee seeks council approval for a City Planning Commission comprising the mayor, City Service Director, Park Board chair, and four citizens. A hotel for Byria is under review, with a Chicago trip planned in six weeks. The Retail Merchants Division reports a successful dollar day and window trim contest. Pay-Up Week runs November 1–16 with features planned. The Young Men’s Business Club advances a fall program promoting playgrounds at McKinley, Hamilton, and Franklin schools, plus paid supervisors, and hosts dances October 29, December 30, and May 6 with Johnson’s Orchestra providing the music for the events.
In a compact recap, players Limpire George KRoudebush and Denison Linasman-C Vo Wey led action with quarter times of 14 and 12 minutes. The brief notes highlight their teams and the pacing of the contest.
Fremont and Lorain battle for league supremacy with Lorain holding the edge. Fremont defeated Bellevue 45 to 0 while Lorain beat Bellevue 67 to 0. Sandusky topped Norwalk 19 to 6 and Elyria beat Norwalk 28 to 8, signaling Elyria stronger than Sandusky. If Fremont beats Lorain next week and gains 30 points, a final decisive game likely here Nov 3 against Lorain could decide the title. If Lorain wins, the league title may stay with them. Bellevue is weak. Sandusky may challenge this year.
Wellington High upset Amherst 14 to 0 as BeVier and Fells scored late in the second quarter on an end run and a long pass. The game stayed tight thereafter with both teams even. Wellington substitutes included Rowland and White while Amherst made several changes. officials were Referee Spore Umpire Tracy.
Sunday football results show many small clubs scoring unevenly across Ohio cities. Elyria and Lorain teams posted shutouts while Akron and Dayton saw modest scores. several matches report unclear scores or fragmented team names due to OCR. Local independents, giants, and panthers appear in partial listings with uncertain outcomes.
Boxing card lists multiple bouts across Akron Philadelphia Toronto Columbus New York and more with 10 to 40 round prelims. Notable matchups include Renny Leonard vs Johnny Tut unen and Joe Ertle vs Kid Charles in Akron. Sharkey vs Young Montreal in Boston. Mick Wille and Ali Weeks in Ashland. Event spans Tuesday to Thursday with numerous city venues and bout lengths.
The card lists Mike O'Dowd versus Augie Harper, Ray Smith versus Gene Tunney, Cam deanu against 12 rounder, Wife Jackson versus Gene Delmont, Cam aen 12 rounds Bill Brennan versus Detroit 10 rounds, Ted Lewis versus Lew Bogash in New York 15 rounds, Dan O'Dowd against Ballard Ay, and Pete Herman versus Terry McHugh in Philadelphia rounds.
Fremont high overwhelmed Bellevue high 46 to 0 in a Little Big Seven league game. Fremont used second-string backs after early lead, with Garvip Smith Lasley and Wendler O’Farrell among standouts. Fremont led 8 12 12 20 by quarter, securing decisive victory.
The Cleveland Greyhounds traveled to Lorain yesterday and lost 4 to 1 to Lorain club. Lorain led 1 0 at halftime after scoring at fifteen minutes. The Greyhounds pressed in the second half, but Lorain added three more goals and secured the win. Faldon of Lorain stood out with a strong performance.
In Ashtabula Harbor on Oct 13 the Ashtabula Indians dominated the Lorain Strollers with a 34 to 0 victory. The Indians led throughout and were never seriously threatened. The Elyria Athletics pay here maxt Sunday. Reel we Curenreie-Teregram Viens, CORPINR 7 pate! 1 oo
Oberlin and Wooster lead northern group with Denison and Miami of Ohio competing downstate. Week results keep Oberlin and Wooster atop while Denison defeated Kentucky, Mount Union showed strong passing, and Kenyon surprised Case. Final outcomes hinge on Miami Denison clash and Akron, Reserve games as contenders jostle for championship positioning.
Lorain and Canton battled to a scoreless tie Sunday afternoon as both Tafcos and Catton led strong lines but failed to punch in a score. Gove and Fisher starred for Lorain while Chorley and Wilson stood out for Canton as substitutions and turnovers marred the game.
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