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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1938
Page
9
Chinese forces massed today for a major assault on Tisinan, the Shantung capital of silk and glassware. Reports said heavy street fighting nearby as Gen Chen Cheng claimed troops remained near the city while reinforcements were expected and Japanese units were reportedly isolated along the Tientsin Pukow railway.
Mr and Mrs A N Lyberger of 112 Cedar Street plan to appear on the Bob Ripley program in New York City this Saturday evening Their first rehearsal is scheduled for Wednesday morning in New York City The couple were married in Connellsville Pa on September 5 1937 exactly forty four years after a lovers quarrel had postponed their 1899 wedding Their reunion and marriage after years apart drew Ripley to invite them as guests for the 44th anniversary of that quarrel.
Ohio Circulation Managers Association meets at the Hollenden in Cleveland on April 13 and 14 with Russell Stokley of The Chronicle Telegram presiding. Stokley, in charge of circulation for seven years, has led the paper’s drive and helped train Elyria youths Melvin Clapp and Keith Brassell who won state and national sales contests bringing the Bingham trophy to Elyria.
Elyria Dairies Inc announces it has taken over the Royal Creamery Company's milk routes as part of settling the estate of the late Q. A. Anderiul. The sale covers only the milk routes and excludes the Royal Creamery store on Middle Avenue.
Seventy four seventh and eighth graders from Lake Avenue and Markley Schools in Elyria Township visit the Cleveland Museum of Art today under Lake Avenue Principal Maynard L. Huene. Two buses carried the group this morning, with sponsorship by art teacher Miss June Harrison.
Avon Lake sheriffs department reports a burglary at Snuor and Sons Gravery on Stoppe Lake Road with minor cash and goods stolen. Federal naturalization hearings examined twenty alien residents. several names listed for citizenship later this year. Beatrice Lawrence files for divorce from Theodore Lawrence, married 1933, on neglect. William Carroll sues Norman Carrell for cruelty. married 1937.
W H Lawson died Sunday at 7 30 near his Norwalk home after being struck by a car. He leaves his wife son George Lawson of Bay Village daughter Mrs Chobanoff three granddaughters and two great grandchildren. Another son Glen died years ago. Funeral services are set for Wednesday at 6 from Stein Orbaugh Funeral Home Norwalk with burial in Woodlawn cemetery.
Dr Norman Howison died in Menomonie Wisconsin on April 1. He was married to Elizabeth Kelsey sister of the late Dr Charles Kelsey. He was Menomonie’s oldest physician and surgeon with strong civic service. He is survived by his son William who is on the instructional staff at the University of Wisconsin Madison.
New York April 12 The reorganization of the New York Stock Exchange along more liberal lines was completed with the nomination of two young men to the Board of Governors. They will be headed by three year old William Mac Martin, son of the Governor of the Federal Reserve Bank of St Louis, as chairman. Nominees to be voted on May 9 and take office May 16 when the new constitution goes into effect.
County commissioners were alerted to serious deterioration of the jail spouting and roof-edge woodwork. Sheriff William F. Grail and Chief Deputy William G. Smith noted the risk to surrounding timber, while Commissioner Oscar G. Dunn recalled WPA painting two years prior and urged action.
County commissioners rejected a sheriff department proposal to trade in a high maintenance car. Commissioner John E B Davidson opposed purchasing new cars this year and urged continuation with existing units. He called for a full report on maintenance costs of the complained vehicle for board review.
Illinois voters head to primaries marking the start of a pivotal election year. Two Democratic machines clash for control of the state party with Mayor Edward J. Kelly and Patrick A. Nash facing Gov. Henry Horner and State's Attorney Thomas J. Courtney. The Republican side is quiet with Richard J. Lyons undisturbed.
Washington April 7 CIO leaders from 35 national and international unions met to discuss the recession’s impact on members and to seek large federal relief. The gathering at the United Mine Workers headquarters may set a date for a CIO convention to form a rival to the AFL. Unemployment figures and relief policy loom large as delegates consider a recovery plan.
The board reviewed a plan to operate a three room school at Murray Ridge with state and local funding, estimating annual costs and the impact on income. A basement room would be used, requiring a wooden floor at an estimated cost of 606, and the state would cover about 54.60 per student.
The article details a proposed recovery package totaling about 4.5 billion with 1.5 billion for relief continued at 2 million relief rolls, 1.5 billion for public works, and 1.5 billion in loans via the Reconstruction Finance Corporation. Additional items under consideration include 50 million for slum clearance and 330 million for railroad loans, with housing and highway funds to be reallocated if separated.
Elyrians will play major roles at the 17th annual International Society for Crippled Children convention in Cleveland May 8 to 11. A memorial service for founder Edgar F Allen is set for opening day at 4 p m. Elyria residents will staff sessions and lead discussions with Miss Vivian M Hackett serving as secretary May 8.
Cleveland woman Mrs Lukas, 27, detained on drunken driving charges after a Sewickley incident endangering others on a bridge. Two men fled from her van when police forced a stop. she called her husband and planned to return to Cleveland. Justice Margaret Morgan set bail after a hearing.
Three new members will be initiated into the Y Indus Club at its weekly meeting at the Y M C A tonight. They are Lewis Hall, Lorenzo Todd and Stanley Orr. Plans for a slag party will also be made.
Continued from Page Tatsa, gnenw and K Mischka and J Horne named to bylaws committee. Next meeting at the M C A at 12 16 PM next Monday. Arrangements for a speaker from Oberlin College and Ira L Porwer, Oberlin state president, expected. Oberlin now has an Exchange Club. Gould notes National Exchange Club organized in Detroit in 1811. Ohio has over 84 Exchange Clubs with twelve in Cleveland and eight in Toledo. The club sustains activities and a program like Rotary and Kiwanis. The Farhange Club aims at national rather than international exchange.
Reports indicate the United States has purchased Chinese silver as of today with limited evidence on its use for war purposes. Officials note the exchange and sources remain unclear while procurement continues under wartime conditions.
New York report describes a 29 year old commercial artist and his 25 year old wife who, after a quarrel with the husband’s mother, used gas in their home. Police say a note on the telephone table hinted at domestic trouble. No witnesses present. The scene showed a bed, an empty phial, and a chair.
Ambulance drivers said the strike planned for Friday midnight would go ahead after a hospital department order blocked interference with service. They seek a 44 hour week and a wage scale of 21 500 a year as the main demands.
United Press reports in Washington that Rep. Robert T. Secrest introduced a resolution to raise by 15000 dollars the authoriz ations for the 150th anniversary observance of the adoption of the ordinance of 1787 creating the Northwest Territory. In Columbus, Eckelberry to return to accounting professorship at Ohio State University July 1 as Rightmire retires. Second-degree manslaughter charges filed against Fred Jacoby, 21, of Route 1, Johnstown, after a fatal collision near New Albany involving Mervin Rich, 30, Columbus and Plain City attorney.
In New York a gun battle in a village left a policeman and three bandits wounded. One attacker surrendered after injuries and identified by a hospital staffer as Jie. Other wounded suspects were named Chester Parson and Frater Dey by whispered witnesses.
Dearborn plans a public party honoring Mr and Mrs Ford with a homecoming style event. The event highlights Ford's rise from a farmer’s son to founder of a vast industrial empire and notes the Fords marked their sixth wedding anniversary yesterday while staying with Edsel Ford and relatives.
Dover Ohio April 12 an invitation to visit the Dover dam in the Muskingum Conservance district system has been extended to President Roosevelt who will visit Marietta in connection with the northwest territory celebration on July
Congress contemplates an early adjournment as railroads face funding and reform. Senate leaders weigh the Splawn committee report proposing 3.0 to 6.0 billion dollars for railroad purchases and restructuring. President Roosevelt's message to Congress presents a broad package to revitalize rail lines and ease financial woes.
Washington April 1 2 The Senate Naval Affairs Committee wrapped up hearings on President Roosevelt’s 1 122 000 000 Naval Expansion Bill. Final witnesses included Commander Charles Rosen dahl of Lakehurst N J and inventor Lester P Barlow. Chairman David J Walsh noted Navy department suggested increases would raise the authorization to about 1 261 000 000 by adding larger warships from 35000 to 45000 tons and aircraft carriers from 13000 to 20000 tons plus one more auxiliary vessel.
The article notes that equipment may fall under the scope of recent law broadening the leading powers of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation. It discusses potential impacts on financing, oversight, and procurement practices as agencies consider how to apply the broadened authority.
The Oberlin UBERLAN group led by O. Apmah held an annual meeting at Miss rites Hageman's home on Cedar Avenue with officer elections. Officers include Ursitis whe Comings president, Mi1gs Sara Cucnahan recording secretary, Mrs Robert Ban Teasa er Moss Catherine Chase correspondence secretary, and Mrs Fred Beggging parliamentarian. Community updates mention health, cleanup week, high school tennis, and a wedding planned for early January with local church services and educational talks.
Doris Wangerien, a senior at Baldwin Wilkes College on Woodland Avenue, is elected vice president of the Gamma Sigma Sorority and vice president of the Home Economics club. She also belongs to the Women's League, Women's Athletic Association, and the YWCA, with graduation planned for June.
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