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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1932

Page

8

Avon Lake deputy held for grand jury over shooting

Albert G. Kos 42 Avon Lake deputy marshal bound over to the grand jury on a $2005 bond after arraignment on shooting with intent for wound. He allegedly shot Ralph Schibley 17 Amherst while riding in a car along Wellington Oberlin road. Kos said he intended only to frighten the reckless youths. The youth was shot in the side and is expected to recover.

Albert G. Kos Avon Lake Grand Jury Joseph Petro Kos Ralph Schibley Amherst Wellington-Obderlin Road Robert Standen Schibley Luella Evelyn Clarence Adams Lorain Rifle Club Koa Alphar

Piqua Begins To Build Light Plant

Piqua Ohio officials started construction on a municipal power and light plant with pole raising at a street corner. City Manager L G Whitney announced a proposed bond issue of 675000 independent of the teachers retirement system. Contracts were signed before injunctions restraining work were issued amid pending Franklin County lawsuits. Bond purchasers and city mates not disclosed.

Piqua, O Aug St.ic M Munitioal Power and Light Franklin County

Ohio State Fair attracts record attendance third day

The 82nd Ohio State Fair entered its third day as officials predicted the largest crowds in state history with about 60 000 attendees on Tuesday after 49 129 on opening day and favorable weather. Today's program includes wool clothing demonstrations sheep-shearing contests and sheep judging plus county official events with Governor Taft White Highway Director Merrell and Agriculture Director Hanefald expected to attend.

Columbus Charles M Beer Ohio Gaores White W. Merrell Earl Hanefald

Lorain County Calf Club wins prizes at state fair

Lorain County 4H calf club exhibitors at the Ohio State Fair earned about 50 dollars in prizes. Raymond Grills of Oberlin won top placements in Jersey calf classes, Kenneth Sprague of Carlisle Banner Club took fourth in an Aarubira calf class, Charles Webber of Wellington earned sixth in Holstein cows, Edward Reisinger of Belden placed eighth in Holsteins, and Edgar Jones of Wellington took tenth in Holstein heifers. Other contests’ results were not yet known.

Lorain County Horton B. Alger Raymond Grills Little Big Beven Oberlin Kenneth Sprague Carlisle Banner Club Charles Webber Wellington Edward Reisinger Belden Edgar Jones

Local News In a Few Lines Arrests and Thefts

A man identified as ast Koahn of Columbus street was arrested on Waat avenue last night on a charge of intoxication and is to be arraigned before Mayor W. H. Van Oster tomorrow. Nine chickens weighing about two pounds each were reported stolen from Aira Green at 1527 West River Street last night.

Ast Koahn Columbus Street Waat Avenue W. H. van Oster Aira, Green West River ‘Street

Train Hits Auto Five Killed in Kentucky Crash

Five people died when an automobile three miles from LaGrange, Kentucky was struck by a Louisville and Nashville train. The deceased are Walter Douglas, 70, his wife Mary, 80, their son Pranties, and two daughters Mabel, 17, and Matilda, 21. Mrs Patay Douglas, wife of Prantie Douglas, was injured.

Louisville LaGranva

Death notices for Rose Fischer and Edward Jackson

Two death notices from Elyria area detail Rose Fischer of 2044 West 68th Street Cleveland who died this week from carbon monoxide in a garage and Edward H Jackson who died Tuesday at home in Elyria after a lingering illness. Rose left behind parents John and Mrs Stark Ridgeville and a large extended family. funeral arrangements are pending at Nichols Funeral Home. Edward Jackson, born July 29 1850 in Cuba New York, resided 35 years in Elyria and is survived by daughter Julia and three brothers. Taylor's Funeral Home will host services with burial in Norwalk Ohio.

Rose Fischer Rose Stark West 68Th Street Cleveland John Stark Ridgeville Princes Nicholaus Elyria Nick Nicholaus Agnes Davidson Sty Nichols Funeral West Blvd Clavaland Edward H. Jackson Edward Jackson Crahore Court Cuba New York First Baptist Church Julia Jackson Tayor R.T. Ketcham Norwalk Ohio Mme Sara Prince Walnut Steam Corners Arthur Ross Doris Cain North Park Streets South Amherst Zoella -Hogue

Mercury Reaches New High Marks Across Ohio

Columbus and Toledo posted scorching heat with official readings near the state’s summer highs. Toledo hit 95 degrees with two prostrations while Columbus recorded 94, just under the peak. Forecasters warned of possible thunderstorms and showers that could cool readings Thursday.

Columbus Ohio Toledo

Powder Fire Destroys King Powder Storage Shack

Twelve carloads of gunpowder burned at a King Powder Company storage shack in King's Mills near Lebanon Ohio. The powder had arrived the previous day and was shipped wet, which officials said prevented an explosion. The cause remains undetermined and losses run to thousands of dollars.

Lebanon King Powder Company King’s Mills Here

Roosevelt Will Stay in Manila Amid Campaign Controversy

Colonel Theodora Roosevelt Sr. cancels plans to return to America and aid President Hoover in his campaign against Roosevelt. Secretary Hurley cables Governor General Roosevelt to remain at his post in Manila, citing duty and national emergency. Protests from Philippine leaders arise over Roosevelt’s continued popularity in Manila.

Manila Theodora Roosevelt, Sr America Hoover Roosevelt Patrick J. Hurley United States Philippines Jie Haye Roosevelt

May reorganize air races at Cleveland Airport meet

Reports say the National Air Races may reorganize and shorten the Cleveland meet next year to three or four days if losses exceed limits. Pilots plan forming an association to protect interests, possibly affiliating with the airline pilots' union, as Cleveland faces a potential $35,000 loss with 109,000 spent in 1931.

Cleveland Asronautical Association Direstar Dutford W

Protest Probate Court Fees In Ohio Under Review

Columbus August 31 Protests against the higher probate court fees set by last years probate code are under study by Governor White s committee on economy. Finance Director Howard L Bevis says a revision plan may be recommended after seeking views from Judge Gideon Palmer of Hamilton and probate judges association. The same session features support for city access to Reconstruction Finance Corp loans for slum clearance.

Columbus White Howard L. Bevis Bevis Gideon Palmer Hamilton Probate Judges’ Association Reconstruction Finance Corporation Tuesaday L. H. Horton Cleveland Norton Cuyahoga County Stgn

Court of Appeals affirms common pleas ruling for Ridgeville firm

The district court of appeals affirmed a $1,498 judgment for Ridgeville Development against Russell Autenbaugh. Josephine Watkins as administratrix sued Arthur F. Watkins Avon Lake et al to settle accounts on property bought from the decedent. Elyria Savings and Trust filed suit against H H Hicks Lorain Products for $1,125 rent. The piece notes future high level scientific work as a serious occupation for skilled mechanics.

District Court of Appeals Common Pleas Court Ridgeville Russell Autenbaugh W. B. Pardee District Court Josephine Watkins William ¢. Watkins Arthur F. Watkins Avon Lake Elyria Savings and Trust Company Agait H. H. Hicks Lorain Products Company

Woman Dies Of Heart Failure After Holdup

Cleveland police pursue four suspects after a holdup at 68 year old fortune teller Carrie Siess's home ends with her death from heart failure. Her companion Elisabeth Carey, 64, was tied and gagged. Siess freed Carey, then collapsed and died.

Cleveland Carrie Siess Third Precinct Sisea Siesa

School books on sale for Elyria High students 1932

Elyria High School began selling school books for the 1932 33 first semester. The sale occurred at the clerk in the Washington school building following a board decision to reduce first day confusion. A limited number of used books will be bought and resold to those needing cheaper options.

Ely‘n& High School Washington Elyria City

Rudy Vallee to pay alimony and settlement to Fay Webb

Rudy Vallee, 70, agreed to a $50,000 outright settlement and $1,000 monthly alimony to Fay Webb after 13 months of marriage. The couple reportedly reached the deal on a New England tour with Vallee’s attorney announcing the terms. Webb will return to Santa Monica, while the settlement may secure a half interest in Vallee’s Beverly Hills estate.

New York Rudy Vallea Radio Roonar Fay Webb The Daily News New England Hyman Kushner Seead Tg Santa Monica Calif Beverlyprints

Two Youth Robbery Gang Nabbed After East Side Chase

Cleveland detectives captured two youths and four accomplices after a high speed chase through the East Side. The gang robbed Wellington and Townsend gas stations, netting 56 dollars, and had tied up locals previously. Confessions from two gang members followed.

Cleveland Wellington Townsend Stanley Glavich East Side Wallington Clarence Adams Paul Chapman Harry Brooks Edward Klouds John Memko Medina Wade Park Hast 118Th Street Daan IWO

Jefferson Junior High Opens to Ease Elyria High Crowding

The Jefferson School becomes a junior high next Tuesday adding one principal and one teacher beyond current staff. About 350 students will be enrolled, including roughly 110 who would have attended Elyria High. Transferring these pupils to Jefferson relieves high school crowding and aligns staffing with the new organization.

Jeffferson Elyria Jefferson School R. C. Maston Jefferson Bulletpine F. A. Dunthimer Tamat Jefferson Puilding Lemate Elyria High School Maston Jaffargan

Injured in Fall From Load of Ray Near Fields Corners

August Ipser, 18, of Cleveland, escaped with minor injuries after falling 15 feet from a hay load on a moving truck along Lotain road near Fields Corners. A wire struck him across the face, deputies investigated, and he was treated at Memorial Hospital. Two 15 year olds were with him. truck was traveling fast. In a separate note, Tiffin was selected for the 1933 annual Junior O I A M State Council meeting with remarks by R. S. Cox, Tom Jenkins, and Omer C. Stubbs.

Ipser Cleveland Ray Lotain Road Fields Corners A. W. Palmer Sheriff's Office Paul Chapman Bob Rodgera Memorial Hospital LaPorte Columbus Tiffin O. I. A. M. State Council R. S. Cox Millersburg Tom Jenkins Ironton Omer C. Stubbs Covington

Oberlin Briefs Highlight Local Social Travel and Visits

Oberlin residents report a steady stream of guests and trips. Mrs McAllister of Miami visits Dr and Mrs Miller, while P G Worcester and wife plan a two week motor trip to Eagle River, Wisconsin. Several locals return from travels abroad including Henry Tremaine and cousin Sudborough touring England to Switzerland.

Oberlin McAllister Miami Fla Ober- Ha Anna Jane Winter Caledonia Ohio W. C. Winder North Park Street Henry W. Tremaine Morgan Street Misk Sudborough Wade Park Manor Cleveland England Belgium Germany Switzerland France C. H. Whittington M. B. Leming Washington, D. C Julia Whittington Anthony J. Humphreys Chicago University of Chicago Rey Cady Columbus Williams. Wright South Professor Street Greenville Beatrice Smith Charles Linwood Park Ira D. Shaw Berea

Mollison May Abandon Flight

Captain James A Mollison plans to return to England by steamer instead of attempting an Atlantic flight His wife Amy Johnson urged him to abandon the dangerous run and a physician warned the crossing would be extremely risky if he attempted the non stop return trip from Sydney Nova Scotia to Britain The couple spoke by trans Atlantic telephone on Aug 31 according to the Evening Standard in London and Sydney reports Mollison is famed for flying the Atlantic westward solo.

London James A. Mollison England Atlantic Evening Standard Sydney Nova Scotia Jimmy Mollison Scatsman Amy Johnson Britain Mollison

Many Apply For Cafeteria Work At Elyria High

Elyria High School students seek noon hour jobs in the school cafeteria. Principal C. P. Shively reports a large number of applications and announces a special registration period from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday at the cafeteria for those who want cafeteria work.

Elyria High School C. P. Shively Shively

Gasoline Station Fire at Old Mill Station

Elyria reports a fire at the Old Mill gasoline station on Oberlin road near the Baltimore and Ohio railroad. Quick action by a station attendant with a garden hose stopped the blaze, blamed on waste oil ignited by men along the tracks. no damage noted. Steve Szucs of 1777 Foster Avenue fined $100 and costs for driving while intoxicated after a collision, with Sheriff’s deputies arresting him.

Elyria Old Mill Oberlin Road Baltimore and Ohio Steve Szucs Foster Avenue Joseph Petro Clarence Adams

Cleveland Market Report finds steady prices across produce and livestock

Market data shows steady to firm quotes for produce including butter eggs and poultry in Cleveland. Livestock notes indicate hogs, cattle, calves, and calves economy mixed with holdovers and weaker demand, while grain and feeds list diverse commodity prices and local farmers markets offer a wide range of fresh fruits and vegetables with varied baskets and sacks.

Cleveland New York Ohl Ohio West Virginia Chicago United States Department of Agriculture United States Nebraska Braska_triumphea

Crippled Children Move Reports to Ely School

Crippled children formerly attending the special room at McKinley School will report to the Ely School this year. The state education department approved moving from a basement room to a first floor at Ely, with transportation arranged, causing no inconvenience to the children.

Ely McKinley State Department of Education Ely School

Rotary Musical Program Delights Elyria Club Members

Rotarians at the Hotel Newell heard Mrs. Robert Hand sing a diverse program with Clare Short on piano. The meeting noted that the third and deciding Rotary Kiwanis baseball game will be at Richwine's field at 5 45 p m Friday, each side having won one game. Elyria Day at the National Air Races was also announced.

Eistia Rotary Club Robert Hand Clare Short Newell Hand Rotary Kiwanis Richwine's Mambare Elyria

Bandits Strip Man Then Abandon Him By Roadside

Aug 31 United Press. Two armed bandits held up J A Smith of Charleston West Virginia as he stopped to change a tire. They took $66 and his clothing and his car then left him naked at the roadside 25 miles north of Marietta. Farmers heard his cries and supplied clothes.

Marietta J. A. Smith Charleston W. Va Smith

Lorain Mayor and Councilmen Sued in Harbor Survey Fight

Harlan G. Curtis former secretary of the Lorain Chamber of Commerce filed suit against Mayor Conley and six Democratic councilmen for 6000 dollars. Curtis alleges they hired his Cap. Fis Service Inc to perform a harbor survey before election on the understanding they would back certain legislation after taking office. Names include Councilmen Grail Demeter Stencil Swat Probdek Marsh Spring Kowalski.

Harlan G. Curtis Secritary Lorain Chamber of Commerce Sult Joseph Conlay Curtis’ Company Cap. Fis Service Inc Henry King Disinutt Conley William Grail Stephen Demeter Walter Stencil Frank Swat Andrew Probdek James Marsh Charles Spring Kowski

Council Bluffs strike cases and farm relief measures

Hearing set for September 7 on charges against striking workers. trial of strikers arrested in violence in Council Bluffs scheduled for October 3. Justice of the peace cites intense sentiment hindering fair trials. Peterman predicts 3000 trucks strike-bound daily in the district. Woodbury County Holiday Association lists allowed farmer movements past pickets with milk deliveries permitted under agreement. some perishables banned and specific quantities of eggs chickens and potatoes allowed.

Council Bluffs Jack Dewitt Peter Peterman Iowa Truckers Association Woodbury

Lorain Bid Injunction Over Auto Patrol Service

George Czek filed in common pleas court an injunction to stop the city of Lorain from entering a five year auto patrol service contract with Paul Slanina at 323 dollars per month, alleging the bid is not the lowest and best. A hearing is set for Saturday at 9 a.m.

Lorain Paul Slanina George Czek

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