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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1938
Page
6
The piece traces origins in English law defining acts and the intent of capital punishment. It notes the phrase catching a murderer with hands stained by blood as a figure of arrest at the scene. The discussion links historical definitions to modern lawful practice of seizing offenders where the crime occurs.
In a reader letter Dee Ist Mass Dollie Board, a 60 year old teacher of 40 years, describes a premonition that may have saved her students. The piece debates psychology, imagination, spiritual intuition, and biblical perspective, citing Shakespeare and Christ to frame the idea of inner perception guiding action. A separate note recalls a man in Dunfermline jailed for arson and insurance fraud.
A speaker asserts Americas moral fibre is sound and its resources abundant. He praises democracy and liberty, notes unity among people, and urges vigilance to preserve free institutions while confronting transient faults. He calls Americans to re dedicate themselves to maintaining liberty and unity.
The article notes roughly 250 million dollars are spent annually in the United States on toys. It praises rugged colorful durable toys, easy to clean, with smooth edges to prevent injury, and credits parents for supporting ongoing toy improvements and innovations for a safe, happy Christmas season.
George Mason warns that Germany Italy and their allies are expanding air links to South America and using diplomats reporters and staff to sway Latin nations toward the Axis. The piece notes German and Italian influence at Lima Pan American talks and urges Pan American solidarity as defense against propaganda and air infiltration.
Todays anniversaries list includes Joan Jay born 1745 a New York lawyer and Revolutionary diplomat first Chief Justice of the US Supreme Court who died 1829. Henry Wells born 1805 founder of Wells Fargo and American Express co founder connections noted, died 1878. Isaac Leeser born 1806 Philadelphia Jewish rabbi pioneer in orthodoxy and writer, died 1868. Sherburne W Burnham born 1838 Chicago court reporter and astronomer linked to Yerkes Observatory, died 1921. Joseph H Brigham born 1838 Ohio Civil War seal cher and agriculture official, died 1904. Byron A Brown born 1845 New York City teacher and typewriter improver, died 1911. Arthur Brisbane born 1864 Buffalo editor and journalist, died 1936.
A chronology highlights key events from 1787 ratification of the Constitution as Pennsylvania becomes the second state to ratify, Washington DC as the capital, Joseph H Rainey’s 1870 swearing as first Black congressman, the 1888 American Sabbath Union, 1901 Marconi and radio, the 1910 Dorothy Arnold disappearance, 1930 Saar evacuation, and 1937 Panay sinking.
A list of prominent individuals with birthplaces and ages: Frank White of Chevy Chase Maryland ex-treasurer of the United States born at Stillman Valley Illinois 82. Dr Charles S Macfarland New York general secretary emeritus of the Federal Council of Churches born Boston 72. Edward G Robinson Roumania born 45. Rachel Crothers Redding Connecticut novelist playwright born Bloomington Illinois 60. Dr Edward A Ross Madison Wisconsin sociologist born Vernon Illinois 72. Arthur Garfield Hays New York lawyer national director of the ACLU born Rochester New York 57. Harry M Warner Russia born 57. Arno C Fieldner Ney Ohio chemical engineer U S Bureau of Mines born 57.
A dated reflection predicts a genial sociable disposition on December 12 with calm harmony and artistic pursuits. It foresees a pleasant life that may bring financial success, emphasizing overall happiness and good fortune in a refined, ornamental context.
A church note outlines Monday December 12 Bible readings from St Matthew with parables on the kingdom of heaven. It recalls Lincoln’s steadfast principle and mentions local events including the Brignton Community Club, a Rochester meeting, and Women’s Foreign Missionary Society activities.
Mrs Roy Greene celebrated a twenty second wedding anniversary and Mr Greene’s birthday with dinner guests including Mrs F C DeMuth, Mr and Mrs Harold Howell of Cleveland, and Mr and Mrs Walford Greene of Wellington. A sixth birthday celebration for Eve lyn Hunt followed at Phillip Hunt’s home with C O Goss family attending. The Con gregational Church Ladies Society hosted a covered dish meal with a brief business meeting and a Christmas gift exchange. Mrs E J Rousseau is named as forthcoming hostess for January 4. George Rousseau and Alyn Ahrline of Lorain dined with the Rousseaus. Later, J L Andrews and grandson Robert Lee of Clarksfield and Mrs Effie Edwards of Wellington joined the Edwards home for birthday observances of Mr Andrews and Mrs Edwards.
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