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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1938

Page

5

Plan for National Air Mail Week Observance

Elyria plans a May 15 to 21 observance with a first flight from LaPorte air field to Cleveland airport, a cadet program for letters sent, and an essay contest for high school students. Eight committees organize Honorary, Schools, Service Clubs, Stamp and Cover Collectors, Post Office staff, Manufacturers, and Finance.

Elypta National Air Mail Chamber of Commerce Tony Ross LaPorte Air Field Gleveland Elyria Joseph Q. Petro A. C. Hudautt R. C. Maston F. A. Smythe B. C. Franklin H. C. Maston Ralph FE. Young Kiwanis Club Karl W. Plocher Rotary Club Harvey Merriman New Exchange Club C. J. Sartor At Idea Sarror Wham G. Sharp Congress Sharp Frances House Cascade Park Sartor Post Office Bulletin Board Way One Chamber of Cowancree Agaton America Washington Mississippi River Kul Hollywood Mississippi Miami Moa. Houghton Gberlin Oberlin

Local Motorists Debate Alleged Speed Trap on Hast Avenue

A Carlisle Township report to the Elyria Automobile Club claims a speed trap run by Carlisle Constable Arthur Davis. Davis denies a trap, says he issues warnings more than arrests and performs his sworn duties to protect children near East Carlisle School. He reports about 30 charges filed and around ten warnings, noting a small arrest fee of about $2. Davis, a World War II veteran born in Georgia, recounts his early life in Cleveland and career before Elyria, including work at East Technical High School and Tuskegee. He mentions his election as constable was influenced by a friend.

Hast Avenue Carlisle Township Elyria Automobile Club Carlisle Arthur Davis Davis East Carlisle Possiby Amuni Hyen Tie Ee France Georgia Cleveland East Technical High School Tuskegee Institute Alabama Elyria The van Sweringen Pepper Pike Country Club Elyria Country Club National Tube Company Avis

Wood carving by brother of Elyria men on display

Par thanions Searlis, once a Grecian monastery monk and now leader of the Agon Ores in Athens, Greece, carved a large Russian wood sculpture over seven years. Brother of Elyria residents Nick and William Searlis, the work was placed in the Elyria Savings and Trust window by Elyria bakery operators for Holy Week observance, featuring a central scene with surrounding figures.

Mat Oedatoridte Elyria Elyria Savings and Trust Company Parthanions Seurlis Athens Greece Nick William Searlis Bank Ldji

Wellington Fair to Host Two Night Sessions in 1635

A. R. Branson announced at the fair board meeting that the 1635 Wellington Independent Fair will feature two night sessions on August 24 and 25. Dr. Walter Hyde is reappointed marshal. Jay Palmere becomes Agricultural Hall superintendent. Arlo Smith takes over merchants and manufacturers. Philip Babel leads the team pulling contests.

Wellington A. R. Branson Fair Board Sessio Walter Hyde Jay Palmere A A. D Mason Arlo Smith Franklin Jones Merchants and Manufacturers Philip Babel PB. T. Burnside

Zoning Board Hearing on Olive Street Addition Appeal

The Board of Zoning Appeals continued the hearing on E. E. Phipps appeal for building an addition on Olive Street to 4 PM Monday. Kenneth Barclay, clerk, announced the postponement. The target building is currently used for electro plating.

Board of Zoning Ap E. E. Phipps Olive Street Kenneth Barclay

Police Volunteer Traffic Enforcer Stirrs Carlisle Officials

An article details Davis, a local resident who assumes the role of traffic enforcer in Carlisle Township. He uses a car with a hidden siren and a removable sign declaring his office, carrying state motor vehicle law books to cite sections and penalties. Some support his effort to curb speeding. others criticize his unofficial authority.

Ava Hilame Esfort Carlisle Davis Justice of the Peace Uarhele Township Sam Brown Dayi

Garage theft at Lorain Boulevard reported by Walter Henes

Walter Henes of 453 Bell Avenue reported a burglary at a garage he rents on Lorain Boulevard. A door glass was broken and a Stewart Warner auto radio stolen. The theft occurred Thursday night and the radio valued at $25.

Walter Henes Bell Avenue Lorain Boulevard Stewart- Warner Henes

Concierge Hero Of First Pasteur Test

Joseph Meister once a small boy who received Pasteur's anti hydrophobia serum is now the concierge at the Pasteur Institute in Paris. His story is highlighted in The Life of Louis Pasteur and has been used in a recent moving picture to emphasize heroism.

Paris Joseph Meister Louis Pasteur Pasteur Joseph * Meister Pasteur Institute

Oberlin Church Services and Parish Listings

Oberlin notices list Sacred Heart Church services with Rev. W. C. O'Loughlin and parish events including 7:30 p m vesper and 8:00 a m Sunday Mass plus 10:00 a m service. Grace Lutheran Church under Rev. H. Dawe schedules Sunday School at 9:20 a m and morning worship at 10:45 a m.

Sacred Heart Church W. C. O'Loughlin Grace Lutheran Church First Baptist Church J. Gordon Trakoussis

Easter Sunrise Services Across Oberlin Churches

Easter observances are planned at Kirst Church First Methodist and other Oberlin houses of worship. Union Sunrise services at Memorial Arch start at 6:00 a m with ministers Richards Whiteman Daniels leading. Full day includes breakfasts, church schools, morning worships, and Easter programs for children.

Kirst Oberlin J.A. Richards Clarke M. Cochrane First Church Memorial Arch Church First Methodisp S. Lee Whiteman Wil Daniel Martin Vincent Hart Sault Lemare Epworth League

Court House Notes and Local Suits in Lorain

Lorain court actions include Harris versus Al baugh for 1000 on a promissory note, Molnar seeks divorce from Paul Molnar, Cruelty grounds in the pair's 1908 marriage and six children. Nesbitt foreclosure suit by Home Owners Loan Corp. Depositors Mortgage Loan Co sues Boros for 2579 with foreclosure. Semeny granted divorce from Senny for neglect. Kantor granted divorce from Kantor for cruelty. Court permits sale of real estate by Agudath Bnai Israel Congregation for at least 3500. Probation for Frank Kristosik on non support with 5 weekly payments. Four Lorain tax parcels sold by deputy sheriff.

College Calendar Easter Services And Open House

Sunday events include Easter Sunrise Service at Memorial Arch at 6:00 a.m. and Communion at Fines Chapel at 7:00 a.m. Morning Worship at 9:45 a.m. and Student class at 11:00 a.m. Open House for students set for Sunday at eight o'clock at the Methodist parsonage with Miss Ise Borchers speaking.

Memorial Arch Ise Borchers

Motorist Fined By Mayor For DUI

James Sparks pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated in police court. Mayor Joseph Petro fined him 50 dollars plus costs and suspended his driving license for six months after officers Howard Indicott and C. M. Jearrison reported Sparks’ car being pushed on Broad Street and driving unsteadily when it started.

James Sparks Joseph Q. Petro Sparks Broad Street Howard Indicott C. M.jearrison

Missing Groton youths Roosevelt and Distler sought by trains

Dick and Henry Godern ich of Baltimore were identified as missing youths last seen near Union Station after leaving a hotel at 12 30 AM. Authorities believe they boarded a New York bound train. Groton school insignia found in their hotel room. They were homesick and believed to be Easter returnees. Roosevelt is son of Kermit Roosevelt. They sold for 384 dollars.

Ter As Henry Godernich Baltimore Lnion Station New York New Haven Conn Groton School Roosevelt Distler Kermit Roosevelt

Award Offered For Swimming Progress

Lester Hawke, boys’ physical education director, announces an award for the most progress in the SACS EEO swimming tests. Leading contenders include Frederick Steinhauser and Donald Looper, with new qualifiers Mark Loop ey and John Schnell, who passed both turtle and minnow tests.

John Schnell

Pease Funeral Home to Remain Name and Staff Unchanged

Executors of W L Pease estate announce the Pease Funeral Home will continue under its current name with the same personnel. The firm has operated for nearly 75 years, first by William H Pease, then 30 years by his son W D Pease. The late W L Pease died in Cleveland. his will, probated last week, names Theresa Pease and F F Hinman as executors.

Theresa Pease F. F. Hinman Berlin Heights

Death records and obituaries from Elyria and Amherst

The notice column records deaths of James MacKenzie of Elyria aged 53, Caroline Scheffler of Amherst, and William Brunger of South Amherst. MacKenzie, born in Scotland May 2 1892, died after a brief illness. funeral plans pending. Scheffler's private service followed by public service at St Peter’s in Amherst. burial at Crown Hill. Brunger, a retired steel worker born in Canterbury England, died at 74 after an illness. survived by wife Agnes, two sons, four daughters, and grandchildren. funeral arrangements incomplete.

James Mackenzie Mass Road Street Elyria Memorial Hospital Mr. MacKenzie St Andrews Scotland Elyria Pilgrim Community Church Viola MacKenzie Jean Ruth Roderick Mackenzie Cleveland Taylor Funeral Home Brookdale Cafetery Caroline Scheffler North Main Street Amherst Whl St. Peter's Evangelical Church Ansherst Crown Hill Cemetery William Brunger South Amherst Road Canterbury England Agnes Frederick Ernst Lorain Vic M. Critell Edin Butler Vermilion David Moore South Amherst Miss Grace

Elyria Pure Milk Co Purchases Royal Creamery Store

The Elyria Pure Milk Co announces the purchase of the Royal Creamery Store on Middle Ave and takes possession today. The dwelling beside the store will be torn down to create a parking lot, and extensive alterations to the store building are planned.

Royal Creamery Middle Ave Elyria Pure Milk Co Elyria Pure Milk Ruth N. Syolzenburg

Easter Sunrise Services Across Amherst Churches

Amherst churches announce sunrise Easter services with music and special programs. Peter Evangelical and Reformed hosts 6:30 am service. St Joseph Catholic Masses offer multiple sessions. First Evangelical features Daughters of Davas program. St Paul and Congregational plan morning worship with Holy Communion and baptism. other denominations schedule sunrise or evangelistic services and Friday observances involving choirs, sermons, and member receptions.

Asmuleagsts At. Peter Charles Meek Jane Lorain First Evangelical Cloaan Daughters of Davas Marion Steele Flayes Eternal Life Burris St. Paul Lutheran Christ Phair Walter Kappler George Carver Tome of Fley William Rlom Wells Freshos iMu

Local church rites and social notes mark Amherst area

Mrs B A Jenne hosts a church service with Rev Williams Rev Hayes Rev Burris and pastor Peterson sharing prayers scripture and address on Calvary words. A union choir performs with Mrs Hearn. St Peters and St Johns hold a Lenten Quiet Hour. Neighbors honor Mrs Sablers at West Street birthday with games and gifts. Cleveland visitors attend an OBE meeting urged attendance.

Wd Reformed Church Briday Westerboot Ev. Behintdt Williams Congregational Church Hayes Burris Methodist Church V. Peterson Mmmanuel Evangelical Church Laorein Mere R. H. Hearn Wm. Mischka Friends Charles Sabiers West Street Minnie Kline Lorain Witliam Berg Amelia Manus Oberlin Fred Berger Carl Springer Fed Quashnefski John Ulrich Florence Philip Lehmauch Edward Kline Henry Schroder Hermman Short Firs FL Krieg Hulda Berger Katherine Fair Frances Santers Saniers O. Masters B. A. Jenne Joseph Treatheate Cleveland O. BE. Wll

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