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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1931

Page

5

Mears Plotting To Beat Zepp In Circling Globe

Los Angeles report on famed aviator Mears planning an 18,000 mile world circumnavigation with Vance Breese. They aim to cross oceans and land routes via New York Harbor, across Siberia toward Kuibyshev, then Pacific routes finishing back to New York.

Mears Zep New York Harbor Grae North Atlantic Pinbla Brontiers Berlin Nassports Mossow Leu SA Siberia Kuaburivek Manchurhau Pon Gans Petropavlosh Ossae North Pacifie Aleutlaims Chienak Alashi York

Coal King Ignaz Petschek Power Behind Czechoslovakia Wealth

Ignaz Petschek, 74, is described as Czechoslovakia's wealthiest man with an estimated forty five million dollars. The text outlines his rise from modest coal salesman to major producer, his expansion into commissions and railcar lending, and his influence across Bohemia and German infested regions during shifting borders.

Prague Czechoslovakia Ignaz Petschek Petschek Bohemia Brandenburg Alvogs Oehringen Die Niederkinsizer Dse Tsvara Lae Varsa Stzange Peserves Ou Foertuge Tomas

Californian's Plane Sets Coast Speed Record At Oakland

Lt Colonel Charles A Lindbergh aids a record attempt as Breese piloted a Lockheed low wing plane from Oakland Airport to Burbank near Los Angeles. Breese averaged about 240 miles per hour with a flight time near one hour. Accompanied by John Henry Mears, the trip aimed to surpass the previous one hour eight minute mark set by Arthur E. Starbuck.

Oakland Cal Charles A. Lindbet Pacific Coast Wittell Atten Frank Boeks Lo Bieese Burbatib Gah Los Angeles Arthur EB. Starbuck Pacific Air Trung Port Nivsenger Oor i

The Great Dane Rockne Passes in Plane Crash

A prominent Notre Dame football mentor Knute Rockne died in a Kansas plane crash along with seven others. The Great Dane shaped the program, built trusted teams, and inspired loyalty and sportsmanship across college athletics. His death shocks football fans and the broader sports world.

Knute Rockne Notre Dame University Kansas Notre Dame South Bend Rockne Bute Rockie Thie Hie

MORE TRAVELING The Ameriesui Musterebile Assoenatiogn

An essay extols travel as a remedy for restlessness and wasted time. It argues vacations vary from local drives to world cruises and urge lifestyle change through broader exploration. Travel, it contends, brings stimulation and satisfaction and a chance to save the world by gaining perspective.

The Old Songs Again Editorial Opinion Reconsiders Popular Tunes

The editorial weighs whether old songs still charm a broad audience versus today’s popular songs. It notes middle aged readers favor nostalgia while newer tunes may surpass them in musicianly quality, and questions if current songwriting will improve enough to replace lasting standards.

Congress Gilbert Erie

Time for Spending Governor Pinscher on Saving

Governor Pinchot of Pennsylvania warns that after an orgy of spending before the 1929 Wall Street crash America is drifting into an orgy of saving. He argues thrift can be overdone as excess deposits in savings banks and too little cash in circulation choke business and employment, a fear driving cautious saving in downturns.

Pinchot Pennsylvania Wall Street America

Anniversary Notes and Birthdays Highlight Historic Calendar

A fragmented calendar page lists anniversaries and birthdays of notable figures. Entries mention figures connected to universities and journalism, including a president of Mills College and a New York publicist. The horoscope teases a special aspect for someone born on the month's first day.

Mre Autooth Reenhardt Mills College Tak Vaid San Prams Sears Daniel Tener Tater Internal Revenue Lara and Marlbore Co George Ro Baker New York Ity Publicise Journalise Waandette Michel Gl Michel Gl Tears Aga Sornteds Aner N Chiladelphie

Dizzy Jokes and Coded Phrases in Local Humorous Parable

A quirky early 20th century dialect piece features a narrator praising a disguised character, noting resilience amid hardship. The text plays with words about luck, appearance, and identity, reflecting regional humor and social mores of the era.

Lenten Reflections Amid Shifting Times

Fragmentary devotional notes center on themes of repentance and spiritual coming kingdom. The text references Jesus, salvation, and the hope of awakening as summer approaches, urging readers to endure busy times and seek divine guidance.

Miss Mildred England Honored At Wellington Dinner

In Wellington on April 16 Miss Mildred England was honored at a dinner-bridge party hosted by Miss Luella Hines at the Oberlin Inn. Eight guests enjoyed the evening with bridge in the inn parlor and gifts for Miss England’s upcoming home. Guests included Alice Leupin Mary Rattles Betty Buh Hof Peachie Hanna Mary Lillian Stemple Martha Wolcott from Sweet Briar College and the hostess.

Mildred England Wellington Miltred Eeedend Luella Hines Oberlin Inn Miss England Alice Leupin Mary Rattles Betty Bauhof Peachie Hanna Mary Lillian Stemple Martha Wolcott Sweet Briar College

Bowling Tourney Nears End With Eagles Leading

The Wellington Bowling Tourney concludes Friday with the Eagles in firm lead. On Monday Belle-Vernon defeated Sohio in three straight games as Carl Witbeck posted a 195 single-game high and led the evening with the high total score overall.

Wellington Eagles Belle-Ver- Non Sohio Carl Witbeck

Tree Expert to Lecture Here

George T. Bone, tree expert, will speak at the Kiwania meeting next week Thursday, per Secretary J. H. Page. He will also present the illustrated lecture to high school pupils that same afternoon.

George T. Bone Kiwania J. H. Page Bone

Wellington Plans First Miniature Golf Garden

Wellington prepares to finish its first miniature golf garden but faces delays. Owners promise completion within a week as weather cooperates and enthusiasts await the new course opening.

Wellington A. Powel

Easter Services Planned at Baptist Church

Easter observances are set with morning worship and missionary pledge cards to be distributed in the evening. Rev. will preach on the theme We Recognize Each Other, as Simhiy Sebo Jul Vine Well Ty Cre Ebegresy Fetit Hayate supervises the services.

Baptist

Lorain County Male Chorus to Sing April 12 Briefs

Lorain County Male Chorus under Miss Bernice Seingerdt directs the Waile Vington High school to perform at the Baptist church Buudas on April 12. No other details given.

Lorain County Cleeehind Gin Waele Vington High Scheel Bernice Seinegerdt Baptist Church Buudas Tun Wo Bugge Lorain Virgil Burge Martha Burrows Robert Gaw Case College Cleveland Claude Gort Clare Bullman Otto Allen Spencer William Farrar Margaret Jeanette Werner Entre Nous Club T. Hf. Kanethas Neverly Miller Ashtabula Ohio Charles Lashley Postoffic Force Lawrence Baker South Main Street Ulrich Hege Bakers Wellington

Salt Lake City Clock Strikes Thirteen Times at Midnight

In Salt Lake City the City County building clock, nicknamed the Big Bean, ran thirteen times at midnight on Friday March 13. Some attributed the spookiness to superstition or coincidence during Friday the 13th.

Salt Lake City Utah Salt Lake

Artist Finds Archery Aids His Work In Boston

Ruoy A. Davidson, head of the School of Practical Art, says archery strengthens his artistic vision. He believes bow and arrow practice sharpens aim, steadiness, and judgment, enhancing his ability to render scenes and figures with precision.

Boston Ruoy A. Davidson Davidson School of Practical Art

Freak Pig Born in Mansfield Causes Stir

A peculiar pig born in Mansfield drew attention for its unusual features. Owned by Clyde Ioe, the animal had three rare right feet, three nostrils, and two thirds. It died shortly after birth.

Mansfield Clyde Ioe

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