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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1934
Page
1
A city council and the Elyria Water Works Department discuss a plan from Councilman Leonard Fisk to reform the water bill system. The plan keeps the monthly minimum but credits excess winter usage and charges for extra summer consumption on a quarterly basis.
The council passed a gas regulation ordinance last night, signed by Council President Everett Wilson and awaiting Mayor W. H. Vanoster’s signature. If signed, terms go to the Ohio Fuel Gas Company for acceptance, creating a four year city contract. Charges: nine cents per 100 cubic feet up to 1000 feet monthly, and five cents per 160 cubic feet thereafter.
In Elyria Ohio two players lead the Northern Ohio qualifier for the National Amateur at Elyria Country Club. Charlie Wallace of Manakiki holed out an ace on No 17 with a 6 iron. Wallace and Maurice McCarthy of Mayfield each shot 73 to tie for the morning round lead. Other scores include Jaeger 75, Quinn 80, Short 80, Bishop 82, Cummins 77, Liebenthal 80, Garretson 77. Four more players complete the fourteen for three Brookline clash spots Sept 10-15.
Elyria City Council scheduled its next regular meeting for September 10 after unanimous vote. Police Chief E J Stankard will speak at this week's Elyria Kiwanis gathering.
Ohio forecast indicates likely showers tonight and Wednesday. Warmer in northern and western portions.
An emergency meter inspection ordinance introduced by Councilman Elmer Nelson seeks testing of gas and electric meters in Elyria with a $1200 inspector salary. Ohio Fuel Gas and Ohio Public Service would pay testing charges. Debate centered on emergency status, then the measure was referred to the finance committee.
Last night council heard first reading of a plumbing and sewer builder licensing ordinance. It would require licensed workmen, set exams, and penalties up to fifty dollars for violations. An examining board of two masters, two journeymen, and the city building inspector would grant licenses. The appeals board would be the mayor, director of safety, and president of council.
The Hotel Newell club announces a noon Thursday gathering arranged by Carl Taylor, a club member.
A six day bus driver walkout in Chicago threatens to paralyze transportation for 4,000,000 as 20,000 street car and elevated line workers weigh a sympathy strike. Police brace for clashes as Detroit mediated talks stall.
Cleveland Canton and Columbus Motor Freight sue Norwalk Truck Line in common pleas court seeking 5500 for damages from a bus crash that killed and injured passengers on Route 20 eight miles east of Elyria. Plaintiffs allege negligence for parked trucks obstructing traffic without rear lights or warning flares.
About 50 taxpayers and organization reps crowded the Lorain County commissioners office for a public hearing on the tentative 1935 county budget. The proposed total operating cost is 676,784, up more than 30,000 from 1934. Speakers urged no increases and asked cost reductions. a committee to equalize salaries may meet before September 4 to discuss reforms.
In Toledo on August 21, GOP political strategist Wal ter F Brown criticized the Democratic administration for breaking promises and adopting socialist planks. He alleged the New Dealers pledged tax and policy changes but instead increased liquor, taxes, and government control while opposing the NRA. Brown urged the party to rally on a platform of reduced government spending and a balanced budget.
A coin flip under the Lorain County Board of Elections decided the race between Laura Martin of 326 West Avenue and Frank A. Stetson for Ward 4 Precinct A Republican committeeman. The 1909 half dollar determined the winner after a 66-66 tie in the primary, with Harris of Lorain overseeing the flip in public view.
Findings total 3921.03 with 3830.50 due to townships and 90.53 to state and others. The largest 2631.80 was paid illegally to D. C. Key of Sheffield Township for poor relief work and road labor. Expenditures lacked county surveyor approval and reflect unfamiliarity with law.
Hog prices rose toward a peak of seven dollars per hundredweight at the Chicago Stock Yards as drought-driven demand boosted values. Choice grade sold around 6.95 dollars, up ten cents from yesterday, the strongest since September 1931, with some shippers holding out for seven dollars.
A blazing wall roared through Plumas National Forest endangering Sloat Portola and Twin Rivers in California on August 21. Firefighters battled to save Sloat while evacuations cautious, with 6 000 acres burned and losses at least 250 000 dollars. Early reports spoke of trapped crews but were unverified. Authorities said conditions improved as winds died, allowing partial containment.
Warren man Ronald Knold, 36, former Marine, was elected state commander at the Ohio American Legion convention in Sandusky. Dayton won the 1935 state contention host site by acclamation. officers include Virgil Martin, Ralph Clinger, and Rev. David Scott. The body also debated immediate veteran bonus payment.
Pittsburgh August 21 failure of peace talks in the Aluminum Company of America strike loomed as the Aluminum workers council and company officials prepared to answer a five point peace proposal drafted by U S Labor conciliator Fred Keightly. Both sides have until 2 30 tomorrow to respond.
A Cream Puff horse drew praise in the American Legion State convention parade in Sandusky while five year old Patricia Ann Hruby daughter of drum major William Hruby modeled a miniature drum major uniform and performed with the Elyria Corps. Dover and Berea corps boycotted the parade amid dissension prompting talk of outside judges and a shakeup. William Hruby received the baton as state champion drum major and a meeting planned to decide if the Elyria Drum and Bugle Corps will attend the Miami national convention October 19 to 28.
Oklahoma City Aug 21 Mrs Elmer Sartor wife of the patrolman killed yesterday while escorting Postmaster General James A Farley was missing today. Dressed in a nightgown she left home at unknown time and neighbors say she was distraught. Police searched for her as relatives feared for her safety. Sartor was thrown from his motorcycle when the accident occurred near Sea City. his skull was fractured.
H Godfrey Phillips, 53 year old vice president of Owens-Illinois Glass Co., and his 24 year old son Frank were swept from a sailboat in Lake Erie during a five hour ordeal. Phillips swam eight miles to shore after being washed from the craft in darkness and heavy waters.
Eighteen nations led by Italy imposed a world wide ban on export and re export of war materiel to Bolivia and Paraguay, cutting munitions routes through linked ports and factories. The measure aims to stall the Gran Chaco conflict, testing national interests against idealism in a 15 year League of Nations effort.
WashingtonAugust 21 The NRA prepares to announce a new army like organization to reorganize code administration and units for the goal of full self government of business Gen Hugh S Johnson reports the plan will group about 700 codes into 22 industry related divisions with eleven divisions and five sectors under assistant administrators smoothing wage provisions and competition
Frank Lysaght of 15 Cleveland Street Elytia reported his son’s glasses stolen from Cascade Park Sunday. He placed a small classified ad in the Chronicle Telegram and last night a boy returned the glasses saying he found them on a park bench. The ad helper offers results for finding items or new business.
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