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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1937

Page

9

State funds for mental clinics to be asked

Finance Director M Ray Allison said a bill totaling about 600000 for mental clinics will be introduced when the legislature reconvenes next Monday, bringing total measures for state expenditures to about 6,000,000. The deficiency bill totals 2841333 to cover items for state departments and institutions not in regular appropriations. Also introduced was a 190000 bill for 18 regional offices maintenance in 1938. Other large appropriations include 900000 for unemployment insurance administration, 139200 for current legislature expenses, and 1000000 for the governor's building program.

Columbus, CO M. Ray Allison House State Employment Service

$25 000 Personal Injury Suit Being Heard

Florence Walton Rudolph of Elyria sues Hubert DeChant and Elmer Forthofer of Avon for $25,000 in a jury trial in Judge Guy Bb. Findley’s court. She suffers a fractured right leg four broken ribs and facial injuries from a night Sept 13 1934 crash on Case road where both truck drivers stopped to talk, per petition.

Florence Walton Rudolph Elyria Hubert DeChant Elmer Forthofer Avon Guy Bb. Findley Rudolph Case Road Converse

State Expenditures Include Memorials and University Funds

The document lists funds for four state departments and smaller measures such as the Baggett bill providing 5100 for the Paul Dunbar Memorial in Dayton, the Metcalf bill allocating 13300 to Ohio University for teacher training, and the Byrne bill directing about 300000 in student fees to Kent State University. It notes a governor’s program and League of Municipalities estimates totaling about 20000004 in state expenditures, with a breakdown in the 32941333 deficiency bill for several state memorials and property at Highland county including Fort Hill Earthwork and multiple memorials with amounts from 18.1 to 32700 dollars.

Baggett Paul Dunbar Dayton Metcalf Oho University Byrne Kent State University League of Municipalities-Joint Legislative Committee Highland County Fort Hill Fort Jenerson State Memorial Laurence St. Clair State Memorial Mound City State Memorial Serpent Mound State Memorial

Kalassay to be sentenced Monday in Ohio case

A. S. Kalassay, once paroled convict and former Columbus pastor, was convicted yesterday of obtaining 1200 dollars under false pretenses from Mr. and Mrs. Paul Savony of Congo Ohio. Hungarian interpreters testified the couple paid 4601 dollars as their life savings and Kalassay lost his ministerial license in 1931. He later served as pastor of the United Magyar Protestant church in Columbus and the Drakes, Perry County Reformed Hungarian church.

New Lexington Alexander Kalassay Covict Columbus Paul Savony Congo

Police Extend Patrol Hours To Curb Reckless Driving

Police Chief E J Stankard announced night patrol hours will shift from 3 11 pm to 5 pm 1 am to tackle a rising reckless driving problem in the early morning hours. He cites increased incidents after midnight linked to night club crowds and says the longer hours will improve enforcement on streets.

E. J. Stankard Stankard

Roper Favors Revision of Tax Structure

Secretary of Commerce Daniel C. Roper urged a general revision of the tax system to distribute the burden more equitably and widen the taxpayer base. He defended the undistributed corporate earnings tax as experimental and said Congress and the Treasury are working to remove injustices in tax laws. The address to the business advisory council followed complaints from industrial leaders about investor hesitation tied to New Deal policies. The President conveyed greetings and optimism that action would boost employment and purchasing power for many Americans. Roper also touched on utilities, transactions, labor, and the budget.

Chicago Secretary of Commerce Daniel C. Roper Congress Treasury Department Roper Business Advisory Council Commerce Department Roosevelt Washington

Court verdict and local incidents reported in Wellington area

A jury verdict favored the defense in a Wellington court case over 3,000 personal injuries from a January traffic collision. Elmer Wilbur was fined five dollars and costs for intoxication. Deputies held Walter Barne and Charles Jackson for disciplinary measures at CCC camp. Anton Arabey reported a 1933 Ford coupe theft from Wakeman.

Elmer Wilbur State Street Eyria Juste Preston Corn Sheff John Judge East Avenue Fuller Road Walter Barne Charles Jackson CCC Millray Anton Arabey Kipton Sheriff Department Wakeman

U S Deficit Shows 5 Month Shortfall Near 1 Billion

The treasury's first five months of the fiscal year report a deficit of 742.5 million dollars, with income totaling 2.31 billion and spending at 3.089 billion. Debt stood at 37.093 billion, below the September peak by about 125 million.

Washington Treasury Treasury Daily

Lord Mayor's Fund Passes 200000 in First Week

The Lord Mayor's Fund in London for the relief of distress in China surpassed the $200,000 threshold in its opening week, signaling strong public generosity and international aid emphasis.

Lord Mayor’s Fund London China

Boy 12 Years Old Sees Light Of Day For First Time

Julian Galindo aged 17 in El Paso after cataract removal at Southwestern General Hospital. He describes the first sight of faces, furniture, a window view of a car, bicycle and a tree as wonderful. He had been blind since birth. bandages came off after a month and glasses will be fitted as he adjusts to light.

EL Paso Tex Julian Galindo Southwestern General Hospital Dona Ana N. M

Senior Four-H Club Elects Officers

Lorain County Senior Four-H Club elected new officers for 1938 at Eaton School. Melvin Kolbe of Amherst was named president, Marguerite Perkins of Columbia vice president, Agnes Lottman of Carlisle secretary and treasurer, with William Koneisel of Brownhelm recreation leader and Herbert Walker of Carlisle and Gerald Hasenpflug of Brownhelm as executive committee members. Retiring officers include Agnes Lottman as president and Lois Eldred as vice president. Plans for a holiday party were discussed and all county Four-H members aged 14 and older will be invited as guests. The executive committee will meet December 13 to plan the 1938 program.

Lorain County Eaton School Melvin Kolbe Amherst Marguerite Perkins Columbia A Agnes Lottman Carlisle William Koneisel Brownhelm Herbert Walker Gerald Hasenpflug Norman Youngeberg la Grange Agnes Lottman

Wages Hours Bill Freed From Committee

Washington dispatch reports the Wages Hours bill was freed from the House Rules Committee after 210 signatures were filed to discharge the panel. The petition, completed in about 20 minutes, automatically brings the measure to floor consideration on December 13. Fisher cited Rep. Martin Dies and Rep. A W Robertson discussing deals to gain signatures.

Washington House Rules Committee 2LS Rule Committee House Fish Rep Martin Dies Texas A. Wills Robertson D. Va Dies Capitol Florida Florida Ship Canal

Pleads Guilty In Doctor Murder Case At South Paris

Eighteen year old Paul Nathanial Dwyer pleaded guilty to the murder of Dr James G Littlefield in South Paris Maine. Superior Judge George L Emery sentenced him to life imprisonment the mandatory penalty for the crime. The plea came as the trial ended abruptly on the third day with no visible emotion from the defendant.

South Paris Paul Nathanial Dwyer George L. Emery Hebron Academy James G. Littlefield Dwyer

Robber boards taxi driver and steals 35.75

A well dressed man boarded Moe Comberg’s taxi last night, pointed a gun at his head, and stole 35.75. He also demanded 75 cents from a bystander before fleeing. The incident occurred in New York on December 2.

New York Dee Moe Comberg Ian Tor Bandit

Oberlin Village Council Advances Salary and Bicycle Ordinances

Oberlin Ohio December 2 1035 meeting approves salary ordinance on second reading and passes bicycle license ordinance on first reading. Orchard street paving petition presented by residents. Other routine business completed.

Oberlin, O Oberlin Orchard Street

Oberlin Odd Fellows Elect New Officers

The Oberlin Odd Fellows lodge held its regular meeting last evening and elected new officers. Erry Walls became Noble with Ralph McRoberts as Vice Grand, Harry Murphy as recording secretary, F. E. Sharp as financial secretary, Charles Bryant as treasurer, Carl Berger as trustee, and O. P. Badger with Albert McDole named to the relief committee.

Oberlin Odd Fellows Lodge Erry Walls Noble Ralph McRoberts Harry Murphy F. E. Sharp Charles Bryant Carl Berger O. P. Badger Albert McDole

Harry Kelly Elected Head of Pythians Lodge

Harry Kelly was elected Chancellor Commander of the Oberlin lodge Knights of Pythias at their annual meeting. Other officers named include Vice Chancellor Commander W A Muck Prelate Vernon Bond M of W Frank Fowler K of R and Stanley Sneary M of F Harvey Pratt M of Exchequer Henry Funk S at A Harold E B Cook I G Ray Hall O G Mr Lindsey Trustee V W Rosa. Installation scheduled for early January.

Harry Kelly Oberlin Lodge Knights of Pythias W. A. Muck Vernon Bond Frank Fowler Stanley Sneary Harvey Pratt Exchequer Henry Funk Harold EB. Cook Ray Hall O. G Mr. Lindsey V. W Rosa

Missionary Society Elects Officers At Church Meeting

The Missionary Society of the Baptist church held its annual election of officers at a Wednesday afternoon meeting. Chosen for the coming year were President Mrs. J. Gordon Trick, Vice President Mrs. George Bumpus, Treasurer Mrs. O. P. Badger, Secretary Mrs.

Missionary Society of the Baptist Church J. Gordon Trick George Bumpus O. P. Badger

Sunshine Treasurer S H Hayden and Mrs May Wood

S H Hayden named Sunshine treasurer and Mrs May Wood to assist, per local announcements noting their positions.

S. H. Hayden Sunshine May Wood

Missionaries to Talk At First Church Forum

Rev and Mrs Hawkes missionaries in Greece will speak at the First Church Forum in the James Brand House this evening at 7 30. A portion of Mr Hawkes address covers the present trend in the Greek Orthodox Church. Mrs Hawkes will demonstrate Greek instrumental and vocal music and display native costumes.

WE. Hawkes Greece James Brand House

Cleveland Mayor to Speak Here Tomorrow

Mayor Harold Burton of Cleveland will address the Public Affairs Society of Oberlin College in the King Bosworth room at the Men's Building Friday evening December 3 at 7 30. The topic is Municipal Government and the public is invited with no admission charge.

Harold Burton Cleveland King-Bosworth Oberlin College Burton

Cooks honor 84th birthday at South Main home

Mr and Mrs Harold E Cook entertained at their South Main Street home Sunday in honor of Mr Cook's father H A Cook who celebrated his 84th birthday. Also notes trips and visits of local residents including P H Ohly returning from Durham NC with their son a Duke University student and others traveling to Florida or visiting relatives in Oberlin and Detroit.

Harold E. Cook South Main Street Mr. Cook H. A. Cook P. H. Ohly Oberlin Durham N. C Carlton Duke University Mary Hallouer Gladys Fore Oxford Florida Kent Hoard Detroit Robert Lyman Groveland Street Roy Papworth Wayne Brown Lorain Lloyd Coats Hast College Street

Has Narrow Escape When Motorcycle And Auto Collide

William Hockey of Artumas court escaped with minor scratches when his motorcycle collided with a car driven by Dean Standen of Sugar Ridge road at Cleve land and Longford streets. The bike then struck a parked car belonging to E. Montague at 122 Longford Avenue, breaking a headlight. The collision also lightly damaged two other cars driven by Mrs. W. T. Willis and Elmore Bacon Jr. at Washington avenue and Depot.

William Hockey Artumas Court Cleveland Longford Hockey Dean Standen Sugar Ridge Road Standen Longford Street E. Montague Longford Avenue

Death Record of Gertrude Johns in Wellington

Miss Gertrude Mary Johns aged 79 died at her sister Mrs H A Ruger’s home in New York City. Her body arrived in Wellington and funeral services are set for 2 pm Friday at Keith Andrews funeral home with Dr C W Record officiating. Burial will be Greenwood cemetery. A Wellington township farm girl and long time Wellington High School graduate and teacher she spent winters with her sister in New York the past decade.

Wellington, CO Gertrude Mary Johns H. A. Ruger New York City Keith Andrews C. W. Record Greenwood Cemetery Wellington High School New York

Mrs Hansman Dies After Short Illness In Amherst

Mrs. George Hansman died at 2 15 am at her home 520 East street Amherst after a week long illness. She leaves two sons George E Hansman Elyria and N A Hansman Chicago Illinois and a sister Mrs Carrie McQueen Elyria. Funeral arrangements are to be announced.

Amherst George Hansman East Street George E Hansman Elyria N. A. Hansman Chicago Minois Carrie McQueen

Guest Artists at Second M. E. Church program

Madame Rita Fleming dramatic artist and Oren Jenkins baritone will perform at the Second M. E. Church this evening. Fleming is described as a leading dramatic artist among local Negro performers. Her program includes Negro spirituals and selections from Dunbar and other Negro writers. The public is invited to attend.

Madame Rita Fleming Oren Jenkins M. E Madame Fleming Dunbar

Champion Steer Sells for 2.55 Per Pound at Exposition

CHICAGO Dec 2. Grand Champion steer Ashbourne Orange from the International Live stock Exposition sold at auction for 2.55 per pound. The 1,115 pound steer was bought by Wilson and Company meat packing for the Palmer House Hotel. Last year's champion G. Page fetched 3.3 per pound.

Chicago

Theft at Walton Ice and Fuel Office After Hours

Police investigated the theft of 8.50 dollars from the Walton Ice and Fuel Company office at East River and Broad Street after closing time. Lieut. Detective Lloyd Sweet said a person likely hid in the garage until closing and then gained entry to the office.

Walton Ice and Fuel Company East River Broad Street Lloyd Sweet

Markets Toledo Grain Closh 1 train in elevators transit bill

Toledo markets report vague grain prices for wheat corn oats rye and other grains with numbers and notes on eggs butter produce and live stock. Cattle receipts slow with varied prices. calves sheep and hogs show mixed values. Produce section lists numerous vegetables and prices for regional markets.

Toledo Odige Cleveland

Howegrowers Market Apples And Vegetables List

Market buyers can see prices for Metntosh cold storage apples and other produce. Items include Rome Meas, Trashot, Golden, Greenings, and various cabbage and carrots with weights and per unit pricing.

Howegrowers Jorathan Rome Meaurs Trashot Uiromes Golden Pilans Hethouse Green

Local Office Heist Ends Quietly at Chestnut Street

Dennis Eschete of 115 Chestnut Street says he closed the office and hid $8.50 in the usual place after finding the door shut with no one inside. The incident was discovered when he secured the garage and office area.

Dennis Eschete Chestnut Street

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Senate Lovett Agency Akron Akron Sav. & Trust Stewart- Warner Harry Bros Gulf 4Th Street E. River A. S. Kalassay Sudro - Curtis Ambulance Beechwood Pocahontas Murdach Richman PANTS Wiliam J. Tevis Guy Findley Dora M. Sanders Wellington U. S Bulletin Mrs Esther Wood Odd Fellows Elect Pythians O’donnell Paint and Wall Paper Co Ohio Second M. E. Church Ily Cab Co East Ave Broad, Elyria, O Howard Peters Mgr Turkess Bag Daehy Bakers Michigan Maine Ohio Concord Prars—Bartlett Dueches Kiefer Alparagas Hubbard Hot H. Nixon W. Beal Western Reserve Finance Turner Block Court Street E. F. Whitney & Son Broad ST Reublin Bros Pascal Celery Floridas Sunkist Doz P. V Fresh Jones Dairy Farm Brazil Richelieu Melo Resar’s East River Street
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