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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1934
Page
5
Professor and Mrs. E. C. Mills, who have led services at the Methodist church, will present a concert at Delaware Ave Methodist church in Lorain tomorrow evening at 7 45. They have concluded their work here and plan to return to California within a few days.
A Columbia township delegation met county commissioners to urge the county assume a past assessment for Station road improvements from Route 2 to Sprague road. Officials said the assessment was township rather than county initiated, with abutting property owners paying a portion while the county and township shared costs. Murray noted townships have paid their 25 percent share recently and not billed private property owners.
Mrs Frederika Ruminsky a Lorain resident for over forty years died at her home 1912 Long Avenue after a lingering illness. Born in Germany April 19 1846 she lived in Lorain forty two years leaving children Gustave John Julius Lehman John Ahlgrim and Christ Rinkowsky plus twenty one grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. Surviving sister Mrs August Lashinsky and another sister in Germany. Funeral Tuesday at two with Rev Armen Schroeder at home and Wickens Memorial to conduct burial in Elmwood cemetery. Husband died in 1914.
In And About The Court House Michael J Estok of Lorain filed for divorce from Anna Estok claiming gross incompatibility. they wed in 1933. John Zurcher and Dewes Griggs sued T A Nest et al for 400 dollars for alleged real estate commission on a farm sale in Humpston township. B A Rothgert sued Harry and Blanche Steffens for 399 dollars on a note. Cora W Herding of Lorain widow of John M Harding was named executrix of his estate by Probate Judge H C Wilcox. the estate is left to her.
The Grilli team continued its page coverage with onitea tion work and made an impressive showing in its new red, white and blue uniforms. State Senator Shapard of Akron delivered the principal talk, speaking on the aerie in that city.
Three minor auto accidents were reported to police yesterday. Clifford Lodyard skidded on Hast River Street at about 10 pm, damaging the front of his car. Andrew Koland said another rear impact on Lake Avenue damaged a wheel and fender. Mathew Zechman and P Kowalecz collided on Second Street with no major damage. John Knight and Marie Jones sustained minor injuries when Knights car hit a wrecking vehicle on Oberlin Avenue near Vermilion. A thief stole a top coat from St Andrews Episcopal church, reported by Robert Goacher of the local Y M C A.
Police found Andy Panko of Akron sleeping in a ditch on Woodford Avenue and jailed him for intoxication. Several locals were fined for intoxication, including Herbert Dillingham and James Wittler, both arraigned before Mayor Vanoster. A stolen red Chevrolet Coupe reported by Levan authorities is tied to George Allen. Frank Bolz was hospitalized for exposure, found in a ditch on Vulcan Street. Tom O’Neill and Charlie Falworth also faced fines for intoxication and reckless driving respectively. The report covers local police actions, fines, and a lodge entertainment event with Cleveland and Lorain participants.
Oberlin Women’s club sections plan gatherings this week across campuses and homes. Mrs EA Heacoy hosts the Garden department at 247 West College, Miss Katherine Higgins leads the South Park street session, and education group meets at East College. Various departments, auxiliaries, and social clubs convene April 12 to 19 with dinners, lectures, and guest hosts across Oberlin and nearby townships. Ralph Custer of Elyria visits cousin Pazl Hover over the weekend.
Sands Quinn son of Albert Quinn of South Park streets severely injures his ankle while sliding into home plate on the South Park street baseball grounds. He cannot walk for several weeks. Also notes various local society items and brief notices from Vine Rebekah Lodge and D A R chapter meetings and several local residents’ updates.
Wellington April 1 19 The Ameriead Lesson Ausiliari member campaign earned state and national citations for membership at the 130th annual reunion of the Sth Ohio district at Fremont. Amberet and Lorai also won state and national recommitment honors. many officers attended the gathering including Doyle Toledo and Agnes Merritt. The Penfield orchestra and the Penfield Girls' Glee Club won first places. Brichton withdrew due to measles.
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Garbled OCR text mentions a sale on May 2 and a price or date reference tied to Kovard. It references Amberd on Ware and a Mother’s Day context, with unreadable names and phrases. The readable bits hint at a sale event with a date near May.
Brighton school shut today due to a measles outbreak among pupils. Principal M G Fraylor reports nearly zero cases to date. school ordered closed for two days with time out extended to accommodate attendance, while Wellington briefs note American Legion events and local church activities. a charity dance is planned April 19 for the Padue.
Visiting members from Cleveland Shetht Akros Tiffa and Fremont attend the event. Capaa Prank Murdach leads the Elstia degree team as concerns rise over the Eagles' degree fear and related preparations.
Testimony detailed a westbound school bus crash near Lorain County with driver Daniels claiming he swerved to avoid a truck oncoming from the opposite lane. Witnesses described a silent wreck, cries, and frantic rescue efforts as ambulances and deputies arrived. several passengers sustained severe injuries and fatalities, with investigators probing the truck’s parked position, lights, and driver’s conduct.
Major winners from Magion, Ridgesale, and Penfield High schools highlighted county music contests held at Clearview High School auditorium. Wellington, Ridgeville, LaGrange, and Brownhelm earned multiple firsts in various classes. Kent state competition to feature several bands, with Roundup of winners across girls and boys glee clubs, junior orchestras, and bands.
A bus collision near Painesville Ohio killed Milton J. Cahill, 49, a prominent Ashtabula restaurant owner, and seriously injured Miss Wilma Bond and four others among the five injured passengers. Police report the crash occurred today as the automobile they rode in collided with the bus.
The Can Act Club of the West Ridge PTA plans a play titled The Ghost Chasers at the Isle Grange Ball after the Grange business meeting. Ten players will perform under director Miss Jean Wagner to promote Grange school cooperation.
The scene showed a wrecked bay and truck removed under sheriff supervision after a 3:15 A.M. crash. Visitors from across the state gathered as photographs were taken and debris cleared by eight o'clock. The Mecca area drew many onlookers while authorities restored order.
The Camden P. T. A regular meeting shifts from Tuesday April 17 to Wednesday April 1. Boys from the manual training class display bird houses and Mr Summer Todd of Wake man presents a birds talk. Karl Kollusky of Elyria and his accordion club provide music for the evening.
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