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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1931
Page
2
Hurst outlines state association and local club cooperation saving Ohio motorists thousands by opposing the first automobile license tax law and helping pass a fairer lower rate. He notes the group's work on road building and day night licensing services with frequent calls for plate issuance.
Dr Logan Clendening explains blood counting methods and the accuracy of red and white cell counts. He describes sample collection, dilution, and microscopic counting, noting normal red cells near five million per cubic millimeter and white cells around five thousand, with deviations signaling illness. An editor's note advertises pamphlets by Dr Clendening on indigestion, digestion, and other topics.
In ILAN on December 11 Pat Malone, former Cubs star pitcher, arrived in his hometown with a sluggish showing blamed on poor health and recent form. He told friends his performance had suffered due to physical issues, and he sought attention for his lingering struggles.
An article by Garry C. Myers, Ph. D., argues that intelligence tests measure mental capacity but not all potential. It urges schools to use school psychologists for early detection of bright or dull children and to guide development with humane, informed approaches, highlighting potential mislabeling and the value of individualized assessment. The piece also touches on public perceptions of intelligence and cautions against unrealistic parental expectations, emphasizing humane treatment and natural development.
Harold Fearn of Detroit halfback and Jimmy Cleary of Philadelphia center were elected co-captains for University of Dayton's 1942 squad. Both earned All-State honors this fall. Twenty-seven varsity letters were awarded to team members. Bluffton beats Manchester 33 to 19 in Bluffton’s basketball opener.
Ohio State's indoor and outdoor track squads look strong this season though success is not guaranteed, as coaches expect points from stars Teese Pazekas Lorain Springer Captain John Blach Tack Keller and others including Morns Teitelbaum William Bloor Wolbam Richards Lioyd Wise Robert Brown. The first indoor meet is against Indiana in Bloomington on February 13.
Ada quarterback John Allen and Ada tackle Charles Peterson were named the most valuable players on Ohio Northern University's 1931 football team at a banquet. Defiance College lost its opening basketball game to the Marion YMCA 27 to 22 after leading early in the second half. Marion's Guilia and Roush each hit two field goals in a late spurt. Minneapolis lies midway between the equator and the North Pole.
Lorain County Automobile Club secretary J H Hurst outlines services for motorists in Lorain County and through Elyria, including free road service via seven AAA garages, tire and spare changes, free towing if not started within ten minutes, free gasoline delivery, and an extensive information service for travelers. The club also offers a fifth dollar bond card, auto accident insurance, and a junior safety patrol in Elyria schools, all free to members through affiliations with state and national auto associations.
Ralph C. Wensinger, pilot for the Airport weather bureau, planned a routine three mile altitude reading flight near North Canton Ohio. Lost in heavy clouds he coasted his plane over a field with gas wells, then landed after flying through a fountain of natural gas from a recently brought in well.
Firemen were summoned to the home of J Glass at 18 Fox Fur nace Row in Elyria after a chimney burned out. There was no fire, and residents were warned to exercise caution with heating devices as smoke spread.
Harold Gatty, who circled the globe with Wiley Post in 15 days, is dangerously ill with influenza in Atlanta Georgia. He was rushed to a hospital upon arrival and the call was later logged as an unnecessary alarm.
In Martins Ferry Ohio a group of about 60 unemployed marchers greeted by tear gas bombs when arriving Thursday planned to reach Columbus. Police said the demonstrators were unruly after being refused a stop. No injuries were reported and the group moved on after sleeping in a hall at Lansing West of Bridgeport. The march is part of the nationwide unemployed relief protest from last week.
William A. Blicke, 65, president of Bucyrus City Bank and former Ohio Bankers' Association leader, was celebrated by Ohio financiers on Monnett and Company bank’s 50th anniversary. He began as janitor and clerk when the institution opened and later led Crestling Publishing Company as president.
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