11 Aug 1919
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1919
Page
1
Society notice states knitted articles and yarn must be returned to the Navy League headquarters by Friday after two o'clock. Local efforts will close the hall and the Navy League knitters urge participation in this notice.
A nine week sojourn in Hamilton Canada included social gatherings and baths, with a Toronto repast at six, a late evening launch ride, and a farewell. Elyria church delegates and W C T U workers are highlighted, with Epworth League activities, a Lakeside concert, and a planned hayride for church members and friends.
Readers receive a string of personal notices and social updates. Members of Rebekahs, Maccabees, and Rouval Neighbors plan a funeral gathering for Mrs Opfer at Odd Fellows Hall on Tuesday at one. Several locals announce visits, travels, and family illnesses, including Mr Balzer's cerebral hemorrhage and Mrs Watts' California trip, plus Lydia E Pinkham advertisements and community events in Elyria and Geneva.
Love of God through Jesus Christ fills hearts as Epworth League notes best attendance of summer. Lakeside reports next Sunday prayer meeting and Thursday 7:00 PM gatherings, inviting all. An aviator thrills crowds at Avon Beach while two operators manage flights and coins from the day’s air events.
The congregation welcomed former pastor and Dr and Mrs L Stewart with gladness though his recent nose operation kept him from preaching. Sunday school attendance reached 138 in midsummer, and the returning families aid normal work. A choir trio and Fred Bohley singing solo delighted worshippers. Bohley, recently from France, wore khaki and appeared full of life. Dr Waiters delivered a thoughtful sermon on Christ or Barabbas, arguing Christ alone resolves present problems.
Notice from Dan B. Symons, candidate for City Solicitor, asking Republican voters for support in the upcoming primaries. He states he has tried to reach as many voters as possible and appreciates endorsements.
Thousands of people from Elyr and nearby districts visited the flying field on the Bailey Farin near Harwood Street for a major air display. The event drew crowds from the country and city, showcasing early flights and local excitement.
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