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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1939
Page
4
Congressman Treadway of Massachusetts argues that the trade treaty program reduces tariffs on farm and industrial products, impoverishing wage earners and farmers alike. He says cheaper imports depress domestic demand for farm products and throw American workers out of employment.
The Washington Merry-Go-Round notes the Civil Aeronautics Authority’s eight month record as creditable. It cites the five member board and Administrator James H. Doolittle’s leadership, praising harmony, efficiency, and fulfillment of urgent aviation tasks from pilot training to securing air defense and mechanics.
In Cookham Rise England Ernest Stevens aged 10 handling a fallen telephone wire received 7000 volts. He was brought to Maidenhead Hospital badly burned yet recovered fully within hours doctors marvel at his resilience.
An Elyria based writer comments on college prank talk including a freshman swallowing five live mice and the wider issue of escalating mischief. The column notes praise for a pneumonia serum aiding rapid recovery, discusses federal aid criticism toward local projects, and reflects on parking etiquette and rising auto insurance discussions. It closes with remarks on 1939 car sales, Ohio tax receipts, and urban parking strain.
The 1937 data show 87 million acres needed to grow crops imported that year, while reciprocal treaties with Argentina and Australia are discussed. Critics warn dairy butter and wool concessions may appear. wheat, corn, and meat duties could fall. The writer questions how long U.S. farmers will endure blanket tariff policy.
A compact roster notes anniversaries of prominent figures: Richard Ward born in Newport 1689, Caleb Bingham born Salisbury Conn 1737, John Lothrop Motley born Boston 1814, Joseph E. Brown born Pickens District S C 1821, Henry James born New York 1843, Bliss Carman born Fredericton N B 1861. Death dates listed as 1763, 1817, 1877, 1894, 1936, 1929.
A sequence of historical notes lists events from 1797 to 1938 including mutinies over pay in Britain, Hartford’s first deaf and dumb school, Lincoln’s assassination, the Montgomery trolley system, the Carnegie Hero Fund endowment, the South Braintree payroll murder linked to Sacco and Vanzetti, the 1924 Japanese immigration ban, and Franco’s advance to the sea. each line presents a brief biographical or historical milestone with places and years.
List of prominent individuals with birth years and places including Gov. Loren D. Dickinson of Michigan born 80 years ago in Michigan, Dr. Fred Engelhardt of New Hampshire born in Naugatuck Connecticut, Samuel R. McKelvie ex governor and publisher born in Fairfield Nebraska 58 years ago, Rev. Dr. H Lester Smith bishop born in Indiana Pennsylvania 63 years ago, Dr. William F. Leiserson born in Estonia 56 years ago, Lita Grey Chaplin actress born 31 years ago, James J. Jeffries former boxer and rancher born in Ohio 64 years ago.
A Saturday Bible reading emphasizes action over words from St Matthew 25. It underscores serving the poor and visiting the sick as essential to faith, quoting Paul on love and the final judgment. The message urges integrity of intention transforming into sincere deeds.
In Rockland Maine Chico a chow dog who waited 17 years for her mistress is dead. From 1930 when her owner died at a local hospital Chico refused to enter any house spending most of her time on the sidewalks or at the hospital. For the past three years she had been a guest at City Hall.
Today warns that independent people resist opposition and may act unjustly when provoked. An urge to travel appears, with potential success in foreign lands. Such personalities often yield valuable results in the long run.
A compact reflection on natives who ascend to high positions through personal merit and ambition, sometimes aided by the influence of others drawn to their magnetic presence, noting the blend of creative power and talent.
The Elyria Block destroyed by fire will be rebuilt using a different construction type to resist fire, per principal owner William Heldmyer. Most tenants are locating new quarters and resuming business, while Amherst seven dogs found dead last night from poisoning prompt a $50 reward offered by two owners for the poisoner’s capture and conviction.
The United States Treasury presented a bronze tablet to Lorain County for War Savings Stamp sales totaling more than 1 730 000 dollars. County commissioners accepted the tablet. Elyria Rotary Club donated trees to be dedicated on the Elyria Memorial Hospital grounds as a World War memorial to local soldiers who died.
City council heard a proposal to rename and renumber many Elyria streets. An appropriation of 2000 dollars to repair flood damage in Cascade Park was requested. H H Stiffler announced his resignation as Elyria High School coach and athletic director after four years to take a rubber company position, with A N Smith recommended as successor.
A Letter to the Editor from Elyria Ohio argues police have substantial duties after a recent article on parking meters. The writer recounts walking a beat with an officer for five hours to show the intensity of police work and the value of law enforcement.
Elyria Savings Bldg figures show bid and asked ranges for listed issues on Saturday April 15. Readouts include Andwur Mort B’s Colson V T C and Elyria Tele Com along with Lorain Cty Bank Stki and Thew Shovel Pfd among others with varied price quotes and percent figures.
Edward J Noble, longtime Republican chairman and founder of the Life Savers candy mint business, is praised for his vision and approach to regulation. He is described as kind, accessible, and influential among CAA staff, widely admired for his personal generosity and distinctive charm toward employees and visitors.
Harllee Branch, longtime journalist and public figure, served as Vice Chairman and played a key role in media and governmental circles. His career included work as a Washington correspondent and leadership within postal and press organizations, shaping policy and industry standards.
The passage argues that crime prevention stems from police presence which protects community peace and security. It notes police work demands diligence alertness and courage and cautions against undue criticism that could undermine public safety.
Robert H Hinckley rose from Utah auto dealer to western WPA Director and trusted adviser to Harry Hopkins. He helped launch pilot training and led Utah Pacific Airways, earning White House confidence. G Grant Mason, 35, Pan American veteran and cartoonist, heads the board, married to Jane Kendall once hailed by Mrs Coolidge as a debutante of note.
Oswald Ryan, Republican and Authority lawyer, rose from hardship on the Big Four Railroad to Harvard, later clashing privately with Clinton M. Hester, CAA Administrator. Hester, a doughboy who fed through law school, rose from Alien Property Custodian to Solicitor General staff before becoming CAA head.
Vernard Decker hosted a birthday gathering for his son Cleon on Thursday evening at West Ridge. Mrs. Willer assisted with the event as guests enjoyed refreshments and Cleon received many gifts.
The West Ridge Ladies Aid, which was to have met last week, will meet next Wednesday April 19 with Mrs. Harry Lauer.
Easter brought numerous family reunions as the Penfound, Drusendahl, Hillier, Walker, Hopkins Eldred, Rockwood Bachman Eldred Minnich, and related households hosted dinners. Guests included twenty four Penfound descendants, extended relatives from Lakewood Pittsfield Amherst Vermilion Murray Ridge Elyria Oberlin and Cleveland.
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