26 Oct 1926
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1926
Page
1
Jim Derosa appeared before Mayor Harry Hickson in police court charged with possessing liquor for sale. He was fined 5 for the offense after police found six quarts of liquor and other gear at his home and shop during a search.
An ornate royal train arrives at Niagara Falls amid Balkan intrigue rumors of Queen Marie of Rantoania returning to Roumania. Prominent figures, buffalo officials, and city staff observe ceremonies while denying a rumored royal summons.
Tom Moody led with 116 points in the division while Bob Farapeomd scored 208 7 2. Harold Robinson was third with 64 points, Dave dourh had 55, Jobo fifth with 52. Burke and Heidi won first prize in men’s division with 14 members. Carl Newmyer took second with 26 members, Tiare Hexsie third with 11, Art Tite fourth with 14, Kellops Day and Dr Mark Abbe tied for fifth with 9. W O McClellan comments on the campaign and spirit of workers.
County commissioners deferred awarding the Avon Lake waterworks and filtration plant contract. Six bids were received. money has been secured and the project will be let in a week.
A.M. Blangeford leads the Community Chest drive with an executive committee plan. Lawrence Webster, chairman, will host noon luncheon signaling teams for the campaign to support local workers and community groups.
William Whiteside, 57, sought by Oberlin police for the alleged murder of Chester Durham after a dispute over 75 cents in a card game. He reportedly sought medical help for a wound and was last seen at the Sims house before fleeing. Authorities pursued a rumor of a sighting on the Grafton road but found no confirmation as of morning.
A man tells police he is pursued by three men. He says his son is in danger and fears for his safety as he travels from Akron to Youngstown. A wandering, middle aged colored man is found. the scene yields no clear resolution of the threat.
Lorain went on trial this morning for an alleged murder at Globe and 29th streets. The defendant was indicted on a second degree murder charge by the last grand jury. About twenty witnesses have been summoned to testify. The case is expected to be presented in court with the prosecutor.
A Wednesday dinner at Congregational Church is to honor Red Cross workers with 290 attendees expected. After the meal, a 7:50 p.m. address by National Religion DB will be given, with committee leaders and church chairmen among the speakers.
A Lorain man died after falling from a street car on 22nd Street. Witnesses say he stepped from the car and the vehicle struck him, causing fatal injuries. Authorities released few details pending investigation.
The fifth week of the Aimee Semple McPherson conspiracy hearing heard Det Ralph L. Alrea dispute a defense claim. he testified McKinley said McPherson was alive when reported drowned. Prosecutors fought to exclude hearsay evidence about negotiations between McPherson’s mother and McKinley while defense pressed for Kennedy telephonic negotiations.
Canton detectives report a confession by Cat McDermott tying a murder at a Cleveland furnished apartment to a broader motive. Investigators and prosecutors seek the suspect amid a nationwide manhunt, with questions about who financed the operation and the exact motive.
Houdini, the world renowned magician, lies in critical condition after an appendicitis operation. Doctors report a ruptured appendix led to peritonitis, following his Sunday night performance where he collapsed at the finale and appeared with his physician’s aid to avoid disappointing the audience.
Mr and Mrs Alan Humphrey narrowly escaped gas fumes at their home on Dewey Avenue. After several attempts they called for help from Susie at 610 Dewey Avenue. Susie arrived and found both homeowners on the floor with fumes present. Mr Humphrey recovered quickly while Mrs Humphrey was confined to bed.
A jury returned a guilty verdict against George Johnson, a colored man, after less than an hour deliberation. He was convicted of stabbing and killing Hertdd wards, also colored, at the railroad camp near this city in September. Johnson had pleaded self defense.
In Newport Kentucky authorities search for a woman who can explain the death of John Bucholz 42 Dayton cabinet maker found in the Ohio river near Taylorport after an ugly temple wound. A woman phone tip claimed each body was cast into the river.
Penfield residents plan a December meeting to discuss keeping the schools open. They seek funds to forestall a potential shutdown and outline methods to raise money and support for the district.
Moscow reports today the official death toll from the Armenia earthquake stands at 350. The Soviet news agency notes thousands injured and ongoing relief efforts focused on Armenia and surrounding areas.
A Senate slush fund inquiry into Indiana senatorial race shifts as Mrs. Vivian Wheatcraft, vice chair of the Indiana GOP, is questioned at a rural hospital. Reports say Missouri Senator James Watson may face a new probe over a Klan conference in Washington and the ousting of Walter De Bossert, with timing tied to the election.
Missouri Senator Jin Reed denounces President Coolidge's endorsement of Senator Butler in a heated crossfire. Reed claims Butler favors big finance, vows to press reseach into corruption charges, and warns of party divisions as Indiana Republican intrigue and Klan fears unfold.
A wealthy Buffalo man identified as part of a local religious group died after a shooting incident at a temple. The victim, linked to Rice and Addie C circles, was pronounced dead later at a hospital. Police continue an investigation into motive and suspect details.
Deputies in Cincinnati question several suspects in the murder of Beulah Beattie from Lawrenceburg as authorities seek a key to the crime. A second man is being sought, with a $21,000 county reward on offer for the slayer. The body was found in the Big Four railroad area, and reports say Beulah feared a man named Charlie before her death.
Lorain judge J F Strenick fines Dan Guesovich 100 dollars and sentences him to two days in jail for drunken driving between Elyria and Lorain. He warns Elyria brothers to stay out of Elyria if they do not want jail time.
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