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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1937
Page
4
Homeowners increasingly see basement space as valuable and underused. Modern construction and equipment like steel basement windows oil burners and wall boards allow dry lighted habitable rooms such as recreation spaces bedrooms or kitchens with affordable improvements. A few hundred dollars can add two or three rooms by finishing floors walls and partitions and hiring a contractor for an addition.
The article argues that electric lights in closets are essential as dark, shadowy spaces hinder seeing contents. It describes options like patented door-activated switches and pull sockets, noting electricity is cheap and every closet should be properly illuminated.
The article describes disappearing attic stairs fitted in the center hall ceiling to reclaim space for a closet or bath. Hidden when not in use, a wooden ceiling door conceals the stairs, which slide out on rollers with side handrails for safe use and can bear heavy loads.
The swing spout faucet offers a versatile kitchen option for homeowners. It has a swinging spout directing water flow to any part of the sink and provides both hot and cold water to achieve the correct temperature.
Bandits knocked City Clerk C. H. Gyselman unconscious and stole about 1000 dollars from the City Hall safe in broad daylight in Johannesburg South Africa. Police seek witnesses and security footage to identify the suspects and recover the funds.
Rochester Women’s Civic Club met at Mrs. S Rowland’s country home with assistant host Mrs. Ford Rowland. Vice president Mrs. Avis Lilly led the meeting in the president’s absence, as Mrs. Setterfield planned the program. New committees were named: Mrs. Gertrude Landis and Mrs. Jessie Langom take over programs. Christmas gathering set with gift exchange at Mrs. H Bursley’s home.
William B. Murray exhibited three Percheun horses at the International Stock Exhibition in Chicago this year and earned reserve champion honors with his stallion Corricet. Rochester attendees included Mrs. Murray, Mr. and Mrs. Clark P. Diggins, Mrs. Helen Westbrook, Carl Bradford and Harold Bradford.
Mrs Frank Clifford marked her eighty seventh birthday at home with a quiet observance. She does her own housework with help from her husband who is also eighty seven or a month older. Mr and Mrs A H Gallatin and family of Wellington visited bringing a birthday cake and ice cream for all to enjoy.
Mrs Ruth Mitchell stayed with her sister Mrs Carl Bradford in Wooster while Mr Bradford traveled to Chicago. Rochester visitors to the Million Dollar Unit Convention in Cleveland included Mrs Clift Cowie Mrs Carlos Snyder Miss Ruth Knapp and Mrs E vp Thompson with Robert Cowie giving them a ride. Carl and Harold Bradford spent time at the International Livestock Exhibition in Chicago. Arthur Jewett and daughter Mrs Howard Critten den were Cleveland visitors while Robert Thompson and Thurman Welsh conducted business in Clarksfield. Dinner guests included Mahion Burnham and son Cleveland and the Massards Wellington with Florence Huntsicker Mansfield and Mildred Juronic Clarksfield visiting. Harold Bursley moved to Kipton for work as Orville Switzer joined Harold Ringler farm. Howard Critten den Millard McKensie and Helen Critenden spent an evening in Cleveland as Ralph Rowland and daughters visited Lorain relatives with Rev H H Patrick visiting his mother and sister of Mt Vernon.
Vincent society note on Walter McMillan and wife honoring their seventh wedding anniversary hosted by Harold Beckstein in Elyria. Guests included McMillan and Beckstein families, C Barnes, B Spinks and sons Harold Richard and Ronald, Ruth Plas, with dinner at two. Yellow green decorations and yellow talisman roses. Frank Hyer of Lorain also attended.
Mrs. Merle Smith and children hosted a dinner for Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Moulder and Miss Ann Flint of Detroit. Circle Dot at Elyria saw Mrs. F. H. Lewis attend. Visits included Alice Cunningham in Cleveland, Bell Chambers in Elyria, and Alice Bowman in North Ridgeville. Ravenna and Kent welcomed Miss Ella Tilden, while John Harnish and son called on the Morrises. Townsend Club mass meeting in Elyria drew C. E. McIntire and others.
West Ridge notes a midweek visit as Mr. and Mrs. R L Walker spent Wednesday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Evert Hastings of New Oberlin. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Holstien and Mrs. Arthur Wangerine of Oberlin called on Mr. and Mrs. Charles Schaible. Mrs. C N Williams, previously ill, is reported improving.
Lois Eldred attended the Home Council meeting at Mrs. E. C. Cotton's Lake avenue home on Thursday. Elyria hosts Hamilton Parent-Teacher gathering Thursday afternoon with Mrs. Carl Fowl, Mrs. George Lauer, Mrs. Sherman Mason, Mrs. Ensign, Mrs. Irwin Eldred and daughter Lois among attendees. Lorain County Senior 4-H club met at Eaton Wednesday evening with Marguerite Mason, Doris Minnich, Zelda Schramm, Lois Eldred, Corbett Walker, LeRoy Gotto and Chester Sprague listed as participants.
Mrs Sherman Mason hosted the Cloverleaf Club meeting on Wednesday afternoon. Bunco served as the main activity with prizes awarded to LaVonne Gutton, first. Anna Mason, second. and Gunder, consolation. The next gathering is set for December 29 at Mrs James Jutton's home in Elyria.
Organizers announce a meeting styled as a Christmas party to discuss community plans. Participants will gather for seasonal festivities, brief remarks, and light refreshments as part of the meeting agenda.
Kipton Russell Lewis suffered a severe ankle injury in Friday’s basketball game against Belden and will miss the upcoming Friday contest with South Amherst at South Amherst. Other items note visits: Mr. and Mrs. Phil Ronk of Cleveland with Nelle Obitts and William Brumby, L. A. Obitts of Elyria at Camden Baptist, Shirley Ann Betts visiting grandparents Dc. J. Betts, and a string of weekend guests including Margaret Reisinger, Kenneth Schriner, Gladys Berg and Leon, Earl Morgan and son Harold, George Miller, Esther Calkins, John Bartholomew and Emily Bartholemew, Melvin Rhodeselje.
On Oberlin Road Wednesday December 8 the Women’s Society of East Oberlin church will hold its annual meeting at the church parlors with officer elections and a noon covered dish lunch for an all day event. Kipton Grange plans church rehearsal Monday for Thursday play Calm Yourself at the church. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Alfred Beese at Allen Hospital in Oberlin Sunday morning.
Miss Shirley Napp spends the week in Cleveland with her aunt Mrs Morotto. Mr and Mrs M L Hurst hosted relatives Sunday at his brother’s Elyria home. G J Hobbs Hutchinson and Frances Charlton attended a play at Eaton church. Gar McRoberts visited ill sister Mrs C N Williams on West Ridge. Kenneth Kern hosted dinner for Lloyd Van Ausdale and family of Oberlin. J C Davidson visited Agnes Clark on Carlisle road Sunday night. Harry Murphy of Oberlin spent Sunday afternoon with her parents.
Soviet Russia reports a marked rise in foreign trade activity with increased exports and imports. Officials say trade expansion reflects broader economic and strategic objectives, signaling stronger international engagement in the near term.
Homeowners are urged to modernize their residences with high grade paint. Consult a professional painter for color ideas, as harmony with surroundings matters. Better paints last longer and save money, despite higher upfront cost.
Carlisle Sunday School plans a Christmas party for all ages on Wednesday December 22 at Robson Road residence. Committees include tree purchasing by C F Whitney, decorations by Mrs. Maxine Burke and Misses June Harrison Jean Shepard Joyce Gregg, and refreshments by Mesdames J E Dewhurst Thad Robson Ray.
Sixty four members and friends of the East Carlisle Community Club met at the school for a winter tureen supper. Frank Rhoads chaired the program and invited members to speak. Several members delivered short speeches and praise was given to the refreshment chair and committee. The next program in January promises a mock wedding with attendees dressed as a bridal party. Further plans will be announced later.
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