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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1937
Page
24
The Boy Scout fund in Wellington totals 5688 as of Thursday, with Reverend William T. Moran reporting steady receipts from business firms and individuals. Although no precise goal is set, organizers hope to match the 10 years ago total of 600 for the Scout Reservation and fund the local program.
LaGrange official Karl Darkey the State Chaplain of the American Legion delivered a talk at a Kiwanis luncheon on Thursday noon. His wide experience in the field impressed Kiwanians with an engaging, informative address.
Wellington society notes cover a Wo mans Benefit Association card party at Mrs. Clarence Seitters home. Prizes went to Mrs. Myttie Cole and Miss Aldine Palmer, with additional wins by Miss Palmer and Mrs. Andrew Schach.
Mra Clayton Shepard Earl and Mrs. Charles Shepard with Cora Shepard attend the funeral of their cousin Mrs. Lau.
A crew excavating for a viaduct uncovered Civil War era artifacts including a rusty gun barrel a bayonet and a soldier s boot. The items were turned over to the State Historical Society for preservation.
Babson asserts railroads show first black ink since 1930 with freight and passenger traffic rebounding 60 percent above 1933 levels and 20 percent above last April. He outlines favorable and adverse factors including labor peace pension deals and rising costs, urging selective investment in rail securities.
Avon Ohio April 2 Seniors practiced at Miss Perle Wilford home for the class play to be presented April 30. The title of the play is Saturday Evening Ghost.
Parents night will be observed by Boy Scout Troop 124 of Avon during the regular meeting. A number of boys will be installed into membership and welcomed by the troop.
The Just on Time club gathered for an all day quilting session at Mrs. Walter Rauscher's home on Thursday. Attendees plan another meeting in two weeks.
The Avon school plans its athletic banquet in the school building on Thursday April 8. Local officials invite athletes and families to attend the event honoring team members and achievements.
The M. E. church advertises a Sunday program with Sunday school at 10 15 morning worship at 11 led by Rev Paul the pastor.
Ruth Forthofer of Kent University is spending her vacation at her parents home here. Mr and Mrs Wilton Dawley of Oberlin called on Avon friends, Thursday.
The Avon Lake Women’s League holds its annual birthday party at the Congregational church on Tuesday April 6. A noon pot luck dinner will be hosted by Miss Lucy Mawby, Mrs. James Swan, Mrs. Alex Wagner, and Mrs. N. C. Hall. Members are urged to attend and participate in the meeting following. A program is planned.
A benefit dance is planned at Holy Trinity Hall on Detroit Road for Sunday evening. An excellent orchestra is promised to provide music for the event.
The Pioneer Club schedules a Saturday evening dance at Island Park Avon with the same orchestra as previous events.
Mrs. Mary Stauder hosted Circle No. 5 at a 1 pm luncheon. Pinochle prizes went to Mrs. Edward Mitchell Mrs. Joe Novotny and Mrs. Edward Spaetzel with Mrs Mitchell also taking the special prize. In three weeks they will meet with Mrs. Harry Trigalet.
Mrs V Smiley visits relatives in Pensylvania. Mrs William Doeschner spends weeks in Florida. Mr and Mrs C FE Fox and family of Lakewood and Mr and Mrs Ed Teare and family of Cleveland Easter guests of Mr and Mrs Carl Hochwalt and family. Mrs Mary Simmons of Sheffield called on Mrs Mary Stander. Mr and Mrs Floyd Huston of Lorain called on Mr and Mrs Carl Pedersen. Hugh Fitzgerald returned home Tuesday from Florida where he spent the winter.
Washington reports describe a new revolver claimed to pierce bullet proof cars and vests. J Edgar Hoover testifies before the House Appropriations subcommittee on enlarging the FBI staff, with a 16 man statement detailing the firearm’s capabilities and said to pierce two sheets of steel.
The transcript quotes Hoovers remarks on pine weapon wood and its power to drop a man. He testifies before a committee about his 1935 budget request of 6.3 million dollars and seeks restoration of a 337 thousand dollar cut to add 81 operatives to his six man staff.
Minnesota birth rate increased by 1.9 points since the law under the low mood period, reported by Mrs. Gerda C. Pierson, director of the Minnesota division of vital statistics. The death rate remained constant.
The title fixed for Durbin's next picture is 100 Men and a Girl. Production details outline Durbin's lead role with the project set to begin filming soon and connected to a major studio.
A Scottish timetable lists a route from Killin to Aberfeldy and Pillochry via Loch Tay. The notice highlights a scenic rural service connecting local towns and landmarks.
Penn State freshmen favor women marrying before 25 with an average suggested age of 22.5 years for women and 24.7 for men. Most expect a $1500 income without children, while 71 percent call that amount adequate. Ninety-one percent say the husband should provide the entire income, and some favor wife help or parental support.
Washington The Bureau of Dairy Industry in the Department of Agriculture recommended molasses as a stock food after a Senate inquiry from Senator F Ryan Duffy Wisconsin. It notes molasses has grown in use recently due to price differences with corn.
Reed, head of the bureau, endorses molasses as a cheap feed supplement for winter livestock. He notes molasses offers about one tenth the value of corn per unit and, used in drums, can be poured over roughage or mixed with water for feeding at minimal cost. He cautions limits on quantity unless production justifies more concentrates.
The Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris sits on ground previously occupied by a Roman temple to Jupiter, highlighting the long historical layering of the site.
Carrickmacross Ireland a town of 2000 earns renown for its famed race festival drawing visitors from across the region and highlighting local culture and athletic heritage.
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