Elyrian Plays Part in Cleveland West Side Housing Project
Elyrian architect Conrad of Conrad and Teare joins J L Weinberg to plan a Federal Emergency Relief Indemnity project for 2052 rooms housing 600 families. Fireproof, modern design includes air cooling, incinerators, stores, recreation centers, and playgrounds north of Bulkley Boulevard Edgewater Park area. Land and building costs total 3.2 million with drawings near completion and demolition set to begin soon. construction slated for this summer.
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West Side
Clevelind
Wol Conrad
West Bridge Street
Elyria
Conrad and Teare
J. L. Weinberg
Washington
Ickes
HLT
Federal Emergency Relief Division
Public Works Administration
Bulkley Boulevard
Edgewater Park
Mrs Sophia McKrush Hosts Elyria May Group Meeting
Mrs Sophia McKrush will entertain the group at her home in Elyria for the May meeting.
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Sophia McKrush
Elyria
Delayed Tribute Honors Arctic Hero General Greely
The piece commends General Adolphus W. Greely, aged ninety one, for receiving the Congressional Medal of Honor. It notes his Civil War service, three wounds, rise to general, and famed Franklin Bay Expedition where he and a few survived extreme cold and starvation while scientific work continued. Fifty years later he receives the nation’s top honor, deemed well deserved.
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Adolphus W. Greely
General Greely
Greely
United States
The Role of Casual Inventors Across History
A discussion notes that many epoch making inventions arose from casual inventors without formal training. It cites Fulton, Arkwright, Cartwright, Morse, and Bell as examples, then reports a survey where originality of thought is valued far above mechanical skill, concluding that inventors are born with genius more than trained.
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Robert Fulton
Steamboat
Richard Arkwright
Edmond Cartwright
S. B. F. Morse
Alexander Graham Bell
Texas Centennial Next Year in Dallas Exposition
Texas marks the upcoming centennial of its declaration of independence signed March 2, 1836 after the war for independence from Mexico. Dallas chosen for the centennial exposition with city offering a fair site and 3.5 million dollars as the state and federal governments plan 5 million dollars each for the event.
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Texas
Dallas
Mexico
Spain
United States
Alamo
Sanntonio
Santa Ana
San Jacinto
Sam Houston
Republic of Texas
Houston
San Antonio
Driving Mistakes Drive 1954 Traffic Toll Higher
The article lists eight top driving errors blamed for last year’s fatal record, including speeding for conditions, wrong side of road, ignoring right of way, cutting in, passing on curves, poor signaling, leaving the roadway, and reckless driving. Pedestrian mistakes also caused many deaths, such as crossing between intersections, crossing against signals, street play by children, and coming from behind parked cars.
It’s Not The Taste But The Taster
A Washington physician reports tests showing tastes vary wildly among people and even for the same person over time. His experiments suggest no two tasters react identically to substances, and a dish’s flavor may seem sweet, sour, salty, bitter, or tasteless to different individuals. The implication is that bad tasting may reflect the customer’s palate more than the cook’s skill.
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Washington
New York Day by Day by O. O. McIntyre
In a wry sketch of columnists, O O McIntyre notes the allure of newspaper writing. Arthur Brisbane is cited for seamless dictation aided by tech and travel. He imagines a life of autographs, openings, free drinks, and front row seats, ending with a bleak contrast to Riley.
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New York
Arthur Brisbane
Mr. Brisbane
Florida
San Simeon
White House
Riley
Just For Fun On The City Hall Run
A columnist recalls early career paths in journalism and the birth of a bold four-day Darton editorial column titled Just For Fun. The editor rejected the piece, declaring he would not have it and signaling the end of that venture. The tale foreshadows a lifelong pursuit of writing with persistence amid obstacles.
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Darton
City Hall
Fragmentary Cincinnati column reminiscence in The Post
A narrator recalls experimenting with column writing in Cincinnati at The Post, attempting to slip in, then losing space, adopting the byline D. O. M., and returning to telegraph editing as another writer took over the column. The piece ends with the question of whether the narrator was the office laugh.
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Cincinnati
Charles R. Barnes
Big New York Adventure and Magazine Collapse
The narrator recalls moving to New York for a magazine internship that collapsed, followed by a sequence of jobs and dismissals. Two years of unemployment ensued, during which the column idea for this piece was formed. He describes writing in a West Side boarding house and seeking publication.
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New York
West Sith Street
Pioneer columnist recalls forging a path for syndication
In reflective memoirs, a veteran writer remembers early struggles to syndicate a New York column, describing malnutrition and isolation yet noting the thrill of pioneering. He credits perseverance for paving the way for future writers and says the journey, though rough, was worth it.
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New York
Bose
McNaught
Notable anniversaries of historical figures and events
A list of anniversaries noting birth and death years for figures such as James Mill John Pierpont William R King Thomas W Gilmer Joseph Merrill Harry Houdini and dates of events including Washington’s presidency the formation of the Mormon Church the first G A R post in Decatur and the US entering World War I with dates and brief identifications.
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James Mill
John Pierpont
Boston
J. P. Morgan
Litchfield, Conn
William R. King
Alabama
Sampson Co
N. C
Thomas W. Gilmer
Virginia
Harry Houdini
Appleton, Wias
Washington
Palmyra
N. Y
G. A. R. Post
Decatur
III
Admiral Pery
North Pole
United States
Germany
Obscure 1910s Biographical List of Notables
A garbled obituary-like snippet lists U. S. Senator Millard Tidings of Maryland born Havre de Grace 45 years ago, Alexander Weddell of Virginia ambassador to Argentina born Richmond 59 years ago, Anthony G Folker of New Jersey airplane designer born Dutch West Indies Lowell Thomas of New York author broadcaster born Woodington Ohio 45% years ago, Donald Wills Douglas of California aircraft manufacturer born Brooklyn New York 43 years ago, Micky Cochrane Detroit manager named MVP of the American League jet car born Bride Water, Maine May 22.
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U. S
Millard FE. Tidings
Havre de Dies
Alexander W. Weddell
Argentina
Richmond
Anthony H. G. Folker
N. J
Dutch West Indies
Lowell Thomas
New York
Woodington
Donald Wills Douglas
Cal
Brooklin
N. Y
Micky Cochrane
Detroit
Bride
Love of nature and study in Ife reflected in natives
Natives of today show a love for nature and a taste for Ife study. They express thoughts fluently in speech and writing. They possess courage to work hard, but the prospects for accumulating wealth are not favorable.
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Ife
Walter Winchell and Leopold Stokowski Noted Figures
Walter Winchell of New York a prominent columnist and broadcaster is highlighted with his birthplace noted Leopold Stokowski the renowned orchestral conductor is also mentioned in connection with the era and a profile of public figures from New York.
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Walter Winchell
New York
Leopold Stokowsky
Golden Legion Bible Reading on God’s Holiness and Love
The piece reflects on Psalms 9 and God's holiness as central to biblical teaching. It cites Delitzsch’s view of the seraphic Trisagzion and links God’s holiness to righteousness and forgiveness. It compares Old and New Testament revelations, arguing holiness underpins divine love.
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Delitzsch
God
Notable Births of Scientists and Authors Listed
Conductor born in England 53 years ago. Liord Osborne of California and New York, author, stepson of Robert Kyt is Stevenson, born in San Francisco 67 years ago. Dr. David G. Fairchild, botanist, born in Michigan 66 years ago. Dr. Bronislaw Malinowski, anthropologist, born in England 51 years ago.
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England
Liord Osborne
Cal
N. Y
Robert Kytis Stevenson
San Francisco
David G. Fairchild
Michigan
Bronislaw Malinowski
This Day Brings Speculation and Lavish Spending
A reflective note on the day’s speculative mood and self serving tendencies. It suggests successful financiers, many lavish spenders, and luxurious tastes, with a risk of poor resource use. The tone parallels a period forecast about financial behavior and judgment.
Kipton School Board Hires Principal as Ruth Kelly Steps Down
At the April 6 regular Kipton school board meeting, H. W. Baetz was hired as principal to succeed Ruth E. Kelly who is giving up teaching. All other teachers were rehired.
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Kipton
H. W. Baetz
Ruth E. Kelly
Dean Morgan Undergoes Operation at Allen Hospital
Dean Morgan underwent an operation at Allen Hospital Thursday morning. He is getting along as well as can be expected and many friends are wishing for a speedy recovery.
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Dean Morgan
Allen Hospital
Camden faculty entertained at Ostrei home
Mr and Mrs Ruby Ostrei hosted Camden school faculty at their home on Wednesday evening. Attendees included Mr and Mrs H W Baetz Mrs Nettie Wood Miss Ruth Kelly Miss Jessie Mellor Miss Margaret Bosler and Kenneth Carpenter. A delicious supper was served.
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Ruby Ostrei
Camden School
Thehome
H. W. Baetz
Nettie Wood
Mise Ruth Kelly
Misa Jessie Mellor
Margaret Bosler
Kenneth Carpenter
Camden Baptist Ladies Ac Society Host at Mrs Calkins Home
Mrs Zella Calkins hosted the Camden Baptist Ladies Ac Society at her home on Wednesday with guests from Oberlin Elyria and nearby areas. An delicious noon dinner followed the business meeting where officers for the coming year were elected: President Mildred Morran, Vice President Grace McBurnie, Secretary Zeila Calkins, Treasurer Frances Perbs, Collector Mildred Brumve.
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Zella Calkins
Camden Baptist Ladies’ Ac Society
Wedneday
Florence Lathrop
Oberlin
Walter Miller
Suits
Mat Calkin
Elyria
Mildred Morran
Grace McBurnie
Zeila Calkins
Frances Per
Mildred Brumve
Weekend Guests and Local Updates in Oberlin Area
Indiana visitors were Sunday afternoon and evening guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Davidson. Margaret Geit attended the funeral of Mrs. Keith Stanheld on Thursday at Groveland Street Oberlin. burial in Wakeman. Albert Scheid and Fred Puder returned from Daytona Beach. Almeda Searles shows slow improvement after illness. Otto Geist and family visited the Meek home in Wellington Sunday. Siack family moved to Rufus Allen farm from Center. Howard Rinder of Cleveland spent Thursday with C. J. Betts family. E I Ober and Verga joined Wm. McConnell in Pittsfield for Sunday dinner. Ed Pippett has blood poisoning in his hand. T. M. Sell of Clarksfield visited William Myers and family. L. W. Baker and daughters Evelyn and Marjorie Tou of Canton are guests of C. D. Bayless and family.
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Indiana
A. W. Davidson
Margaret Geit
Keith Stanheld
Groveland Street
Oberlin
Wakeman
Albert Scheid
Fred Puder
Daytona Beach
Florida
Almeda Searles
Otto Geist
James Meek
Wellington
Pittsfield
Ed Pippett
T. M. Sell
Clarksfield
William Myers
L. W. Baker
Evelyn
Marjorie Tou
Canton
Royal Neighbors Lodge Social at South Amherst Hostess Home
Mrs John Jamie and daughter Mrs Eva Wagner hosted Royal Neighbors members at their South Amherst home on Thursday. A short business meeting preceded a social hour with banco. Prizes went to Mrs Anna Gainok and Mrs Sam Slack, with door prize to Mrs Phillip Euler. A luncheon was served to three guests.
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John Jamie
Eva Wagner
Royal Neighbors Lodge
Banco
Anna Gainok
Sam Slack
Phillip Eular
Mary Birch
Kathrine McGuire
Mary Keller
Lorain
Charles Corbett
John Witt
Sophia McKruski
August Siess
Charley Nickel
Daid Barnhart
Alex Stirpak. Jr
Sunday worship and Sunday school times at multiple churches
Congregational church led by Rev David Davids holds Sunday School at 9 45 and Morning Worship at 11 00. St Johns Evangelical led by Rev E Schmidt offers Sunday School at 1 00 and Public Worship at 2 00. Nativity Catholic Masses at 8 00 and 10 00 led by Rev R J Steiger. Methodist church with Rev R C Jenson conducts Morning Worship at 9 45 and Sunday School at 11 00.
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Congregational
David Davids
St. John's Evangelical
E. Schmidt
Church of Nativity
R. J. Steiger
R. C. Jenson
Circle gathers at Nativity parlors for regular meeting
The Woman's Circle met at the Nativity church parlors on Thursday afternoon for a regular session. After a brief business meeting the group enjoyed social conversation with refreshments served by hostesses Mrs. Frank Bogarty and Mrs. Joe Balog.
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Nativity Church
Frank Bogarty
Joe Balog
Beware of the Dark Lamp Shade in Modern Interiors
A fragment notes that lamp shades with dark silk, once stylish in hobble skirt days, look out of place beside chairs or divans used for reading, sewing, or studying. The piece hints such shades are attractive yet outdated for current home decor.
Wo man’s Foreign Missionary Society Meeting Review
A regular meeting at Mrs. Robert Allsop’s home Thursday afternoon transacted routine business and heard favorable reports. Chapters from the study book on Japanese Women were read. The group enjoyed a social time and refreshments were served.
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Woman's Foreign Missionary Society
Robert Allsop
Village Council Regular Meeting Scheduled Monday Evening
A regular meeting of the Vil lage Council will be held at the town hall Monday evening.
Avon Farm Meeting at High School Auditorium
Avon residents are invited to a joint meeting of the county extension work and Lorain County Farm Bureau at the High School Auditorium Monday evening at o'clock. County Extension agent Mr Hummel will give an illustrated talk on the church bag. Farm Bureau manager Mr Powell will also speak.
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Avon
Lorain County Farm Bureau
Hummel
Paowell
Ladies' Aid Society Meet At Baptist Church Dining Room
The Ladies' Aid Society of the Baptist church will meet in the church dining room Tuesday afternoon. Supper will be served to all who attend.
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Ladies’ Aid Society of the Baptist Church
Baptist Church Sets Two Weeks of Special Meetings
The Baptist Church will hold two weeks of special meetings beginning Sunday evening. Chester Barr attended the wedding of Miss Fay Holmes and Mr. Wayne Rogers at Avon Lake Congregational Church Friday evening.
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the Baptist Church
Chester Barr
Fay Holmes
Wayne Rogers
Avon Lake Congregational Church
Oklahoma to celebrate 89ers anniversary in Guthrie
Guthrie Oklahoma will mark the 89ers anniversary on April 22 and 23. The dates recall April 22 1889 when the western Indian Territory opened to white settlement and Guthrie became the territorial capital. New York City meanwhile notes a woman bricklayer among its ranks of gainful workers.
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Guthrie
Okla
Oklahoma
Westhrn
Indian Territory
Oklahoma Territory
New York City
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