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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1924
Page
15
A chemist warns cities show uncivilized traits beyond homes as he contrasts primeval life with modern urban living. He notes wealthier homes avoid daily toil, while others value minds and hearts, yet commuters in New York’s subway resemble a savage rush to work with guards restraining clashes as thousands fight for trains.
An editorial urges students to seize the new school year as a chance to shape the future. It laments slack resolve among college students and emphasizes education as a social responsibility, calling for earnest, sustained effort from youth as they grow.
Senator Royal Copeland assailed moves against the judiciary at an American Legion gathering in New York. He argued Congress can repass overturned laws, urged respect for courts, and warned against arbitrary court power amid a large crowd. The report also notes local fair activity, an earthquake scare in Elyria, and Canada's poultry value at 50 million.
A jumble of historical dates and biographies plus notes on speak ing from a soap box and the appeal of farming life. It mentions Florence Kelley born in Philadelphia and Henry J Allen born in Warren County Pa along with other dated items and reflections on public speech.
The article notes a parade and demonstration in Concord to commemorate the repulse of the British attack at North Point. It references the 1914 date and mentions military leaders Pershing and ongoing U S Army command changes. Conventions opening today include Kansas City International Association of Fire Fighters and the Kentucky State Federation of Labor in Middlesboro.
In rural dialect, the speaker laments a wife who scrambles bags for her husband’s all night poker party while noting the harshness of earning honest money as children grow and demand the car whenever wanted. The piece contrasts luck and hardship, emphasizing resilience and the grind of livelihood.
Chief of Police E. J. Stankard orders a traffic change at Broad and Court streets to end passenger boarding at Busy Corner. Lorain bound cars will no longer stop there. conductors will close doors and passengers must use the Court Street waiting room to board.
Fannie Hurst, a notable American novelist, returns from Russia reporting a sadder wiser view of the Soviet government which she brands as a dictatorship of the few. She critiques the political system and its impact on everyday life.
Henry F. Rauh, former publisher and school official in Putnam county, died in Ottawa. His will probated here leaves his entire estate to his widow. The estate is estimated between $50,000 and $60,000.
A reflective verse portrait of roses in serene midsummer spaces contrasted with the fate of the “brilliant sisters” of bloom. The poem laments the beauty and pride of roses while noting sorrow, fear, and neglect as bridal wreaths, tossed aside, hinting at social contrasts. Edgar Fawcett.
Forty years ago the Elyria Fire Department rushed to Cleveland by special train to battle a $2,000,000 lumber yard fire. The Silsby engine pumped two streams for eight hours, delivering eight hundred gallons of water with only one stop. Reverend T. Warner received a farewell reception.
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