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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1939
Page
4
The article surveys the Swedenborgian New Church on 5th Street near Park and Lexington, describing its modest, secluded exterior and simple interior. It highlights the two story stone building, cross circle symbol, cream pews, pipe organ, and artistic religious paintings, plus parish activities and a diverse congregation.
Oberlin College’s L. Guy Brown told Ohio Valley Sociological Society delegates that a person becomes normal or abnormal by developing attitudes and desires. He argued sane or insane outcomes arise from personal experiences and the misuse or overdevelopment of organic processes. Other speakers included D. B. Rogers and Jacob Horak among others.
The North Elyria Grange met at the Grange Hall on Tuesday for an all day session. Eight members attended and a noon dinner was served. The ladies cleaned the kitchen. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday May 9 at the Hall with another all day session and noon dinner.
The Lake Avenue Adult Bible Class met at Otto and Mrs Jabbusch home with ten members and three guests Annette Jackson Lillian Starkey Evelyn Jabbusch. Devotions opened the business meeting as plans were made for a May Mother and Daughter banquet with R E Taylor named banquet chairman. A social hour followed with refreshments served by the host and hostess, and the next meeting set for May 24 at a later location.
The North Elyria Subordinate Grange met at the Grange Hall on Thursday evening with eleven members at the tureen supper before the regular meeting. Fifteen members attended the business session and a Pomona Grange all day meeting was announced for May 6 at Penfield Grange. A county membership drive runs from April to May 24 and a May 6 dance committee was appointed with Mrs Henry Bislick Mrs William Behnke and Howard Behnke listed.
Mr Wilde notes that Swedenborgian services attract visitors from all parts of the city including many from outside the local congregation. He observes that the 11 A M Sunday service frequently has strangers and that the church, though small in numbers, is an interesting part of Manhattan’s religious landscape.
Jerry Crandon hides a possible Crandon heir clue in a small metal locker as reporters press Mercedes about the missing heir. Romance, jealousy, and mystery swirl around the Kentucky trailer as Blake Feaster’s knife threat and the threat of forged proofs loom.
Mercedes and Jerry move closer as a knitted baby bootee and a faded photo tie the past to the present. The discovery raises questions about Gerald Crandon and the missing case as Mercedes nudges toward greater trust and possible love.
Members save sales tax stamps for Grange rebate to be received after May 1. After a business meeting, lecture hour featured Mrs J H Hogan and a US Constitution review. Juvenile Grange met with Miss Margaret Hornyak acting matron. next meeting May 11 at the Hall.
Arrangements completed for the Junior and Senior Class trip to Washington. Transportation arranged with Greyhound Bus Co. Dates set for May 25 to 28. The Parent-Teachers Association met at the High School with a good turnout. Committees appointed for the last day of school picnic: Finance Charles Keith A C Philips Guy Kosht. Purchasing E S Richards N J Nichols I C Smith. Table committee Gladys Fraby.
Mary Philips is named president of the PTA with Iva Frizzell as vice president and Nell Samples as secretary. Amelia Han ville, Vera Heath, Mul dred Bowerite, and Rev. S. E. Kaetzel are mentioned among participants as the group votes to furnish a case to store school trophies.
Detroit April 29 The 1939 Plymouth sedan now offers a trunk-model ambulance conversion for Deluxe and Roadking two and four door cars. A quick flip of the rear seat converts the car into an ambulance with a wide stretcher runway while preserving passenger comfort for regular service.
Thirty-one 1939 Oldsmobile Series Sixty two-door sedans were awarded to contest participants. Final judging completed this week, with winners including Carlton Frye Los Angeles Bessie Rogers Muskogee Oklahoma Harriet Fordyce Tonkawa Oklahoma Doris Baumgartner Detroit Katharine Jones Tucson Robert H. Anderson Akron.
Nash automobile dealers report ongoing April gains as new Nash car sales continue to top records from recent years, signaling strong regional market demand. Local retailers highlight persistent consumer interest and steady purchasing activity across multiple Nash models.
Harry Brown of the Harry Brown Motor Co reports Nash sales from April 1 to 10 up 192 percent over the same period in 1938 and a national rise of 282 percent for that span. He notes Nash deliveries year to date are 85 percent ahead of 1938, with industry data showing overall auto registrations up about 38 percent for Jan–Feb and March. Brown credits Nash's growing acceptance to new features.
A 1939 model safety survey by Safety Engineer ing Magazine lauds Chevrolet as the safest car in its price class and among all cars. The article praises features like vision, door locks, padding, and dash safety, noting the survey excludes chassis mechanics and promising current Chevrolet innovations.
Twenty three states have finished their first full year paying unemployment benefits under state laws. The milestone marks adherence to benefit schedules and fund management as jobless claims trends evolve nationwide.
Elyrians are expected to travel to Cleveland next Friday for the Case School of Applied Science open house. More than 7,000 attended last year as students and faculty showcase hundreds of displays and exhibitions. The recent $300000 chemical engineering building will draw interest along with a hobby horse display. The band will perform and Gamma Phi will entertain on campus. Open house runs from 2 to 10 PM.
A new book for boys titled The Three-Cornered Dog launches with readers invited to explore adventures. The title promises a youth audience a lively tale featuring a curious canine and bold exploits.
A Catholic Charities drive targets 60059 parochial students with a May 7 to 14 enrollment push. Archbishop Schrembs selects a poster asking what you have given, to be displayed in church and school halls. A campaign dinner May 3 at 6 06 p m at Statler Hotel Cleveland features Father Flanagan of Boys Town as principal speaker.
Forty eight cities with populations over ten thousand recorded no traffic fatalities for the year 1938. This marked a notable safety achievement across midsize urban areas, with officials citing improved road engineering and enforcement.
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