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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 25, 1923

Page

1

Liquor runners fined $1,000 each after pistol raid

Police captured Frank Montesano and Albert Smith at the Crystal restaurant on Court street. Each man was fined $1,000 and costs for illegal liquor possession and transport, with the Willis Knight car confiscated and sold. Both suspects were jailed. grain liquor and bottles were seized amid the incident.

Southam Crystal Restaurant Court Street Hamlin Birkline Hurd Walton Montesano Smith Cleveland Mansfield Ballance

Ward Held in Slaying of F Woman

Cleveland reports a guard held in connection with the shooting of Margaret Dunn 18 and her husband and two companions at the Arrensville workhouse grounds. Authorities note the guard feared a jail delivery was attempted.

Ward Jarrensville Cleveland Argaret Dunn Ishand Arrensville

Seven Liquor Toters Lose in Decision

In Wheeling, Judge W E Ker overruled demurrers for 87 indicted individuals charged with conspiracy to violate the Volstead law. The ruling validates pending indictments and rejects defense claims that the government acted beyond constitutional limits. The case names Sheriff Harry Cloud and jailer Joseph Nett among those involved as other prominent figures face trial in multiple counties. Defense reserved the right to file written options later, and the proceedings are described as highly sensational.

Wheeling W. Va Federcourt W. E.ker Individu Harry ‘Clouad Joseph Nett Pennsylvania Tennssee

Amherst Man Claude Jaycox Dies After Pneumonia Surgery

Claude Jaycox aged 45 died at Amherst Hospital at 1 30 PM from pneumonia that followed an operation. He was the son of Mr and Mrs Jaycox of Bondareach and formerly of Lastherst. Funeral services are planned at O H Baker parlors in Amherst Friday afternoon with burial at South Amherst.

Claude Jaycox Amherst Hospital Mr. Jaycox Man Jaycox Bondatreach O. H. Baker Amherst South Amherst

Grand jury session opens with mix of men and women

The grand jury began its session with two women among the panel. Ray Austin of Lorain and Mrs. C Schilleman of Elyria serve as jurors. George Howiett of Elyria is foreman. Judge Thompson instructed the jury and urged observing the crowded courthouse conditions as commissioners consider enlarging the building or adding a third story.

Ray Austin Lorain C. Schilleman Elyria George Howiett Ge Thompson Court House

Morrison’s estate totals reveal overdraft in treasurer accounts

Total cited in Morrison estate accounts amounted to 8,811.64, after the late Ross County treasurer shot himself when discrepancies were found. State Auditor review submitted by Walter Garrison details the examination. Washington report notes ongoing farmer meeting adjourned for the day.

Columbus A Morrison Ross Coun Self Morrison Walter Garrison xeMiner

Unsuccessful wreck attempt halts Toledo interurban car

A Toledo and Indiana interurban car narrowly escaped disaster near Toledo as fog prevented the motor man from spotting three piles of ties spaced forty feet apart. The car slowed at a cross road, struck the first pile, yet remained on the track after the impact, then continued toward Toledo after removing the ties.

Toledo Indiana

Elyria Boy Hurt by Auto and Machine Incident

John Thornton, 13, of 1123 Fast River street, was struck by an automobile while playing in the street near his home. He was knocked down after a machine moving in the opposite direction failed to stop. Thornton was taken to Memorial hospital with a fractured left leg, possible skull fracture, and a cut lip.

John Thornton Fast River Street Thornton Fred Greenfield West River Street Greenfield Memorial Hospital

Moose 10 Initiate Class on Wednesday

The Loyal Order of Moose will meet at their hall tomorrow evening for a candidates initiation and lunch. They will discuss forming a ladies auxiliary and a junior order as part of a large meeting.

Loyal Order of Moose

Cincinnati chiropractors rearrested for license ads

War rants issued against 12 Cincinnati chiropractors for advertising as practitioners without a license. Fourteen chiropractors were arrested months ago on similar charges. John L. Hunter, 24, was sentenced to life imprisonment without hope of pardon for the murder of Patrolman Lawrence Klump, shot August 11.

Cincinnati John L. Hunter Hoffman Lawrence Klump

County awards inactive fund deposits across county banks

County commissioners awarded inactive fund deposits to multiple banks. Elyria Savings & Trust Co. and Lorain County Savings & Trust Co. received large blocks at 4.75 percent with additions at 2 percent. Other banks including Amherst Park Amherst Savings, Oberlin Savings, and First National Wellington secured varied amounts and rates.

Elyria Savings & Trust Co First National Bank of Wellington Savings Depost Bank & Trust Co Elyria Lorain County Savings & Trust Co Amherst Park Bank Oberlin Savings Bank Co Amherst Savings & Banking Co Peoples Bank LaGrange Lorain Banking Co R.A City Bank Co Lorain Central Bank Co National Bank of Commerce Kipton Firet National Bank Wellington

Arrest Two in Ohio Bond Theft Case

New York detectives report two young, prominent men in custody over the Cincinnati $100,000 bond theft. Robert A. Franks Jr., son of the Carnegie Foundation officers, and Clayton B. Merwin, linked to a notable Ohio family, are charged with involvement. Merwin is said to have handled $41,000. Another arrest is anticipated as the probe continues.

New York Cincinnati Robert A. Franks, Jr Carnegie Foundation Clayton B. Merwin Merwin District Attorney’s Office

Two Cincinnati Women Attempt Suicide. One Dies

In Cincinnati on September 25 two women attempted suicide by self harm. Mary Tesch, 31, died from a heart shot. Desch swallowed poison but survived, and Rebecca J. Brery, 22, who had previously jumped from a bridge into the Ohio River, swallowed slow acting poison and may recover.

Cincinnati Mary Tesch Desch Rebecca J. Brery Aurora Ind Ohio River

Russ Troops and Persians Stage Battle

Russ troops occupy Enzeli after a battle on the Russo Persian border. Six Persian garrison members died at Balyasavar as the fight ended with Russian control of the Persian port. The State utilities commission in Columbus ordered a delay to November 6 for new rail rates on steel and iron carload shipments by Ohio railroads.

Simla Enzeli Balyasavar Columbus State Utilities Commission Ohio

Governor Donahey Urges Probe of Lima Street Railway Ownership

Sept 25 Lima road Columbus. In a letter to the state utilities commission Governor Donahey urges a thorough investigation into the real ownership of the Lima street railway company before authorizing a new securities issue of 100,000 dollars requested by the company.

Columbus Donahey State Utilities Commision Lima Street Railway Company

Zero Hour Looms Over Oklahoma Klan Crisis

Oklahoma City reports dramatize the approaching zero hour as Gov J C Iron Jack Walton mobilizes troops to halt the Ku Klux Klan legislature. The Record, Walton’s newspaper, announces the crisis while N C Jewett appears for a Klan case as martial law tightens safeguards.

Oklahoma Oklahoma City Okla J. C Iron Jack) Walton Record Walton General Headquarters Skirvin Hotel Capitol Iron Jack

Anniversary of Athoa Held With Surviving Members

The golden anniversary of the 124th C. V. I. will be observed at the G. A. R. hall on Thursday September 27. Of the original 1200 members only ten or twelve survivors remain including Lt. Chas Hammer the lone surviving officer and two from Medina County. President Richard Putt will preside assisted by secretary treasurer L A Adams. Mayor A R Jon will deliver the principal address.

G. A. R. Hall Columbia Cleveland Elyria Hardn Boston Mass Chas. Hammer Medina County Richard Putt L. A. Adams A. R. Jon Addre Rades

Germany and France react to Ruhr surrender and fears of unrest

Berlin warns of ruthless action against any revolt as Stresemann vows to keep the cabinet afloat while the Ruhr crisis ends. Paris papers hail France's strength after Germany surrenders unconditionally. London reports possible new Allied conference and fears of civil strife in Germany amid talks of a military dictatorship.

Berlin dChancellor Stresemann France Paris Europe Napoleon Germany Stresemanon Foreign Office Ruhr Cuno Pertinax Echo de Paris Hkubhr Rhine D’onevre Stresemann London Al-Les Stanley Baldwin Poincare

Ward Loses On Murder Trial In White Plains

In White Plains New York Justice Wagner denied defense motions and ruled the state presented a strong case against Walter S Ward for the murder of Clarence M Peters compelling him to stand trial. The defense plans to start presenting its case tomorrow after the state rested.

White Plains N. Y Walter 5S Ward Clarence M. Peters Wagner War

Globe Ave Resident Dies After Auto Crash Near Vermilion

William Zurch, 32, of Globe avenue, died in St Josephs hospital from injuries suffered in a Sunday night auto accident near Vermilion. The car overturned and he sustained internal injuries. Greva Reanzie, a passenger with him, also injured.

Lorain William Zurch Globe Avegue St. Joseph's Hospital Vermilion Greva Reanzie Tereee

Reinke Pleads Guilty in Slot Machines Case at Eagles Club

Elmer G. Reinke steward of the Eagles Club appeared in court facing charges for possessing slot machines and punch boards found in the club rooms during a raid last Sunday. He pled guilty and was fined 50 dollars plus costs. instruments were seized, ordered destroyed, and the money seized will go to the police pension fund.

Elmer G. Reinke Eagles’ Club Reinke Jones Police

Arraigned on Highway Robbery Charge in Orlando Hurst Case

J Harold Gordon and W Goehring were arraigned before Justice George on a highway robbery charge against Orlando Hurst. They pleaded guilty and were bound over to the grand jury under $5,000 bond each, unable to post, and committed to jail.

J. Harold Gordon W. & Goehring Florida Orlando Hurst

Lloyd George to Tour U S Across November

Former Premier David Lloyd George announced a U S itinerary listing stops from October six to November two. Cities include New York Montreal Ottawa Toronto Niagara Falls Winnipeg Minneapolis Chicago Springfield Louisville Indianapolis Cleveland Pittsburgh Washington Richmond Philadelphia and New York.

London David Lloyd George New York Montreal Ottawa Toronto Niagara Falla Winnipeg Minneapolis Chicago Springfield St. Louis Loulaville Indianapolis Cleveland Pittsburgh Washington D. C Richmond Philadelphia

Boy Dies of Gun Wounds in Newark

Newark dispatch reports 14 year old Arl Cullison died at the hospital from a gunshot wound to the stomach. He had been squirrel hunting after school and the gun discharged when a vine swung against the log where the weapon rested.

Newark Cullison Charles Cullison

Fear Sixty Drowned in Scotch Mine at Falkirk

In Falkirk Scotland on September 25 authorities feared sixty miners drowned when a coal mine near the major city flooded following a buildup of water and collapse hazards. Local rescue teams worked through the day.

Falkirk Scotland Big City

Fire Chief Bates Adopts Cleveland Style Car Color

Fire Chief Bates repaints his official car a vivid salmon color and praises its neat appearance. He says the change eliminates the need to sound the siren on runs to fires.

Bates

Public urged to store coal to ease problem

Washington reports that systematic storage of bituminous coal by consumers is the public’s largest opportunity and responsibility in solving the coal issue. The U S coal commission submitted a supplementary report to President Coolidge. Cincinnati hosts the Ohio legislative reunion opening with about 270 members and state officials attending. Governor Donahey and Lt. Governor Bloom were absent.

Washington United States Coal Commission Coolidge Cincinnati Ohio Legislative Reunion Ohio General Assembly Donahey Bloom

Cabinet resignations amid peasant march on Sofia

A chaotic Sunday battlefield near Sofia reports heavy casualties as Bulgarian peasants clash with regular troops. Despatches from Belgrade and Paris indicate the cabinet resignations and government reorganization, amid censorship and uncertain casualty figures.

Sofia London Belgrade Politika

Fake K K K letter targets Covington classroom

A letter signed Ku Klux Klan warned Miss Rose Dobrowsky of Cincinnati about talking after a pupil whipping in Covington public schools. The note, stamped on alleged Klan stationery, claims rubber hose was used to punish a girl pupil and prompts school investigation.

Covington Rose Dobrowsky Cincinnati Covington Public Schools Postoffice Ku Klux

Attempt to Take Life of Toledo G O P Chiettaiti

A mysterious attack targeted Paul Baird a Toledo area Republican leader and his family last night. An explosion on the Englewood Court home chimney area hurled him from bed but caused no injury. Police trace the near by limousine with Michigan plates that sped away after the blast. Baird serves on the Lucas County tax board and is a key associate of Walter Brown.

Toledo Paul Baird Englewood Court Baird Michigan Lucas County Walter Brown

Vandals Break Into U. S. Embassy Office in Madrid

Vandals raided the American embassy in Madrid during the night. desks were ransacked but no documents or silver were taken. Ambassador Moore’s personal desk remained untouched.

Inte U. 5 Madrid Ambassador Moore

International Society Conclave On Crippled Children Held Here

Delegates from most states and Canada attend the International Society for Crippled Children convention here with noted arthopedics present. The program aims to make every crippled child in America and Canada a normal one. Washington Sept 25 A sensational court martial proceeding reveals Major George W Cook an army doctor accused of malpractice in the Guy Pendleton legless soldier case as Captain Humphrey Biddle directs impeachment of a witness.

International Society For Crippled Children States Canada America Washington George W. Cook Guy Pendleton Humphrey Biddle

Labor federation backs third party in U S politics

The Ohio State Federation of Labor, in Mansfield, adopted a resolution favoring a third political party. The measure was offered by Joseph C. Hearning of Cincinnati before President John B. Moore adjourned the session at noon.

Mansfield Ohio State Federation of Labor United States Joseph C. Hearning Cincinnati John B. Moore

Expect Early Tax Decision By State Supreme Court

Columbus dispatch notes an anticipated early decision by the state supreme court after today’s oral argument on proposed referendums tied to the Taftung Albaugh tax measure set for the November section.

Columbus State Supreme Court

Belgian Balloons Race Sees Ships Failing In North Sea

Brussels reports five balloons in the James Gordon Bennett Cup still unaccounted for at 10 o clock. The English balloon Mi fell into the North Sea near the coast but the crew was saved and landed in Gothenburg. Balloons Picardi Belgica Helentia Exphan Prince Lei remain unreported.

Brussels Wag Cerbiero Belgium Joons James Gordon North Sea Gothesberg Belgica Helentia Exphan the Prince Lei

Prohibition Inspector Near Death After Moonshine Attack

Willa Pranoia, a state prohibition inspector, lies near death at the Toledo hospital after being struck by two men who beat him with a bottle of moonshine. His skull is fractured. Willis attempted to arrest the two men, who sold whiskey from a 25 car automobile.

Toledo Willa Prohibition Bia Willis

Japan quake losses estimated at 13 dollars per capita

Washington reports 1 billion dollars of damage from the quake and fire in Japan. The distribution of relief funds centers on a 13 dollar per capita estimate for the empire.

Washington Japan Empire Santern Diviewa

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