Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

The Chronicle Telegram in Elyria, Ohio

We have 16,378,606 pages in Ohio

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 29 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1938

Page

9

Audrey Squire Weds Robert Haefele at First Methodist

Audrey Mae Squire daughter of C A Squire Lake Avenue and Robert Haefele son of Herbert W Haefele Lakewood Heights Boulevad were married at the First Methodist Episcopal church. Dr Frank J Hicks pastor officiated as the couple exchanged vows in a ceremony centered by white chrysanthemums and candle light. The bride wore a white chiffon velvet gown with a Juliette cap veil and carried white carnations. Jane Squire served as junior bridesmaid and Ruth Haefele as maid of honor. Best man was Stewart Littlefield with ushers Oliver Sparks and Charles Hupp. A reception followed for 125 guests and the couple planned a trip before settling at 237 Kenyon Court. The bride is a Elyria High School graduate and Zeta Upsilon member. the groom is Lakewood High School graduate and a state aid investigator.

First Methodist Episcopal Church Audrey Mae Squire C. A. Squire Lake Avenue Robert Haefele Herbert W. Haefele Lakewood Heights Boulevard Carlton A. Squire Frank J. Hicks Jane Squire Ruth Haefele Miss June Maid of Honor Miss Haefele Selman Haefele Kenyon Court Elyria High School Eastern Star Zeta Upsilo General Industries Lakewood High School Department of Aid Ohio

Vandemark Ehricke wedding party guests at rehearsal dinner

Miss Winifred Ehricke hosted a supper at the Ehricke home 242 Gates Avenue honoring her sister Geraldean Ehricke and fiancé Robert Vandemark. Out-of-town guests included Catfield Whitney Jr and Richard McCann, with bachelor party host Harry Shock arranging games and a gift for the groom.

Winifred Ehricke Geraldean Ehricke Robert Vandemark Vandemark-Ehricke St. Andrew's Church Church Ehricke Gates Avenue Catfield Whitney, Jr Sunbury Ohio Richard McCann Columbus Betty Vandemark Coumbus Paul Overs Spencer Whitney Mr. McCann Vandemark Harry Shock Lodi Street Vanazmark Vandemark and Vandemark

Miss Agnes Westrick to Wed William Hartman in December

Mrs. George Robson hosted a miscellaneous shower for Miss Agnes Westrick at her East avenue home. The LaGrange bride to be will marry William Hartman of this city on December twenty sixth. Prizes went to Miss Grace Prindle Miss Dorothy Westrick and Miss Loretta Westrick. Assisting were Miss Angela Knechts and Mrs. Fred Smith. A pink and white motif highlighted a wedding cake centerpiece and pink tapers.

George Robson Agnes Westrick East Avenue Miss Westrick LaGrange William Hartman Grace Prindle Dorothy Westrick Loretta Westrick Robson Angela Knechtges Fred Smith

Christmas Party At First Congregational Church

The Good Will Bible Class and Circle No 4 met for a Christmas party at 12 30 Friday December 16. Fifty women enjoyed a bountiful luncheon, evergreen-decorated tables, a silver star tree and wrapped gifts. They sang carols and heard Lucy Agnes Hancock read Christmas Gift. Gifts were distributed as the highlight of the event.

Good Will Bible Class Circle No. 4 First Congregational Church Lucy Agnes Hancock

Past Presidents Event Honor Burns Anniversary Plans

Past Presidents Meet Past Presidents of Daughters of Scotland were entertained by Mrs. Harry Wallace of Oak street. Miss Margaret Mahon assisted. After a business session Secret Sisters for the year were named with gifts. Contest prize went to Mrs. Robert McKelvie. A luncheon followed. A January card party and tea will mark Burns anniversary. Mrs. Guild will host January 27 on Sixth street.

Daughters of Scotland Harry Wallace Oak Street Margaret Mahon Robert McKelvie Guild Sixth Street

Grace Guild Dines Candles and Christmas Greens

Grace Guild held a tureen dinner in the parish hall last night with Grace Guild members as guests. Hostesses included Mrs W W Walker and Misses Alice Hartwig Verna Hoffer Mildred Kuss and Margaret Wickard. Twenty five guests enjoyed games and contests and gifts under the lighted Christmas tree. The Guild will meet again Friday January twenty seventh.

Grace Guild W. W. Walker Alice Hartwig Verna Hoffer Lorain Mildred Kuss Margaret Wickard Guild

Legal Reserve Life Insurance Offer for Term Plans

Old Line Insurance markets a ten year policy at 1.00 per month from birth to age 60. At five years old the policy yields 600, at twenty five 9606, and at thirty five 440. Contact Mrs E C Barclay at Grant Street or call 39934 for details.

Legal Reserve Life Insurance Co E C. Barclay Grant

Plan to Install New Officers of Protected Home Circle

Plans were made last night to install new officers of the Protected Home Circle on Friday January twentieth. The committee includes Mrs Minnie Lewis Mrs Elizabeth Smith Mrs Lilian Heimsath and Mrs John Resar. A Christmas program and party followed with recitations songs and dancing by Day's Orchestra. Russell and Leonard Dunford sang a duet and Santa Claus gave gifts. The Officers Club will hold a New Year's Eve party at the home of Mr and Mrs John ResarEast River Street.

Protected Home Circle Minnie Lewis Elizabeth Smith Lilian Heimsath John Resar Russell Leonard Dunford Santa Claus Officers Club East River Street

Christmas Dinner Held by Patriotic Club at WCA

Members of the Patriotic Club gathered for a Christmas dinner at the W. C. A. on Thursday evening with places set for twelve. Mrs. Nina Hitsman sent roses, later shared among members. Prizes were won by Mrs. Helen Kelly and Martha Refenning in a post dinner diversion. A gift exchange wrapped up the event. The next meeting is January 12 at Mrs. Jessie Coniam's home.

Patriotic Club Nina Hitsman Helen Kelly Martha Refenning Jessie Coniam

Lecture on Small Hindrances to Service by Hindman

The Elyria Men's Bible class at the Y M C A will hear L B Hindman present the lesson Small Hindrances to Service Sunday morning at 9 30. Tomorrow is White Gift Sunday with special music announced.

L. B. Hindman Elyria

Royal Neighbors meet at Woodman Hall for Christmas party

The Royal Neighbors held routine business at Woodman Hall last night and then celebrated with a Christmas gathering around a lit tree. Children recited verses for members and guests as the lodge reassembled and draped the charter for Mrs. Adda M. Zacharias, with special guest District Deputy Mrs. Parks attending.

Woodman Hall Lodge Adda M. Zacharias Parks

Catholic Study Club No 1 Hosts Christmas Luncheon

Mrs Ray Craft of Blaine Street hosted the Catholic Study Club No 1 on Friday with Mrs R J Schork assisting in serving a luncheon and conducting a business meeting. Mrs Schork read Dickens Christmas Carol and gifts were distributed. Mrs Alfred Alten of Second Street will open her home to the club on Friday January 6.

Catholic Study Club No Ray Craft Blaine Street R. J. Schork

Local Juniors and Students Spend Holidays in Elyria

A parade of names shows James Gleason of Miami University returning from Oxford to join his parents Mr and Mrs T J Gleason of East Broad Street for the holidays. Other items announce births at Elyria Memorial Hospital and students from Flora Stone Mather College, Western Reserve University, Valparaiso University, and Michigan, plus trips to Glouster Pittsburgh Ashland Cleveland Dayton and Florida.

James Gleason Miami University Oxford Ohio T. J. Gleason East Broad Street Ernest Dallas West River Street Elyria Memorial Hospital Sabra Armstrong Glouster Alice Sanker West Bridge Street Jane Hein Lake Cleveland John Wherry Evanston Ilinois J. G. Wherry West Avenue Sam Pryce Jr Tri State College Angola Indiana Seventh Street Edward O'Connor Terry Lakewood Dayton Dastern Wught Brothers Mr Gates David Dehm Ann Arbor University of Michigan George Street Edward H Carr Bell Avenue Elyria Virginia Crismen Wiliam Jennings Bryan University Tennessee Ninth Street Rosemary O'Donnell Rosary College River Forest Ulinats Middle Avenue Robert Marsh Longford Street Lester Drage Hamilton Avenue Oxford Ohio E. E. Mayberry Water Street Sebring Florida Inlaw Russell Mayberry Wooster Alr L A. Mohrman Virginia Columbus Street Winter Garden Jeanette Linville Bette Danner Third Street Flora Stone Mather Jessie Briggs Sherman Street Coral Gables John Rawson Briggs Jeanette M. Buchholz East River Street Valparaiso University Valparaiso Robert Nesbett Grafton

Lorain County Officers Club Elects Officers in Meeting

The Lorain County Officers Club of the W B A met at Mouse hall Lorain for an all day session Friday. Officers elected include Mary Prentice Wellington president Louise Gay vice president Lena Beam recording secretary Carrie Muller treasurer Ellen Grackley auditing chair Mineola Leitters social chair and Louise Lesle membership chair. The January 26 meeting will be in Lorain and National Supreme Captain Little will install officers. A tureen dinner was served at noon and Helen Sawyer and Captain Perry attended. An Ashland installation on February 14 was invited for all officers. The evening ended with gifts exchanged.

Lorain Elyria Little Helen Sawyer Perry Cleveland Ashland

Entertain N F V E Club Hosts Christmas Meeting

Mrs J D Hand of Longford Avenue hosted Nettie Finch Webber Club of the Church of Christ last night. President Mrs YT UD Goodwin opened with a thoughtful message. Roll call was followed by favorite Christmas carols and a reading of the Christmas story from St Luke. Miss Sabra Armstrong led devotional readings and editorials. A Christmas prayer closed the devotion. Viola Hargrave sang There’s a Song in the Air. Mrs Ralph Gwin read a story Three Wise Maidens. Mrs Monroe led carols as refreshments were served. Nut cups hid numbers matching gifts beneath the tree. Welfare staples and Christmas cheer were planned. January 20 will be hosted by Mrs Dhl Robson with Merc Will Foster providing the program.

J. D. Hand Longford Avenue Pierre Peterman E. A. Monroe Mabel Prindle Mariam Maddock Nettie Finch Webber Church of Christ YT UD. Goodwin St Lune Sabra Armstrong Alss Viola Hargrave Oley Speaks Ralph Gwin Salvation Arms Monroe Dhl Robson Merc Will Foster

Choose New Sisters Thursday Christmas Party at Wanda Munz Home

All members of the F. J. O Club gathered for a Christmas party at Wanda Munz’s home 214 Howestreet. Drawings named new cu evanut sisters for the coming year. Thelma Reinker received a special prize. Helen Standen won the first prize in the game. Irma Escaces consoled. A two course luncheon with a Christmas color decorated table. Gifts placed in the center with ribbons to each place card. Ribbons pulled to reveal gifts after lunch. Ruth Nickr will not host January twelfth.

F. J. O Club Wanda Munz Howestreet Nanes Cuevanut Log Ann Stang Thelma Reinker Meng Tony Helen Standen Irma Ruw

Annual Upper Room Class Christmas Party

The Upper Room Bible Class hosts its annual Christmas party Monday evening with Mr. Paul Cochrane in charge. The senior a capella choir will sing, and members bringing children are asked to bring a gift for Santa Claus to distribute.

Paul Cochrane Capalle Santa Claus

Lady of the Press reviewed by Four O Clock Club guest

Mrs Brownell's review of Ishbel Ross's Ladies of the Press lauds the author’s qualifications and career. Prologue notes Ross began at Toronto Daily News in 1917 and joined New York Herald Tribune from 1919 to 1933, with part of that time in rivalry with Bruce Rae. The meeting featured readings and a Christmas-themed program, followed by a luncheon invitations for Friday January sixth hosted by Miss Claire Williams at Mrs Krieg's West Avenue home.

Ishbel Ross George Brownell Four O'Clock Club W. Mt. Auld Heighis Boulevard Toronto Daily News New York Herald-Tribune Bruce Rae New York Times Guy B Findley Elsie Singmaster Claire Williams

Play A White Club Luncheon and All Day Retreat Planned

The Play A White club met at Jois Kilgore’s East River Street home on Thursday afternoon for a luncheon at one o clock. Ethel Harms won high prizes and Plilis Hale earned low. The club will motor to Leake Whiteemple’s Vermilion home next Tuesday for an all day retreat with a chicken dinner gift exchange and games.

Jois Kilgore East River Street Banco Ethel Harms High Plilis Hale Leake Whiteemple Vermilion Ey

Christmas Party Shifted to St Marys Hall

The Ladies Auxiliary Knights of St John will hold their Christmas party Sunday in St Marys hall instead of the Knights of Columbus hall.

Knights of St John St. Mary's Hall K. of Cc

YWCA Gym Transformed For Annual Christmas Program

The YWCA gymnasium was turned into a winter sanctuary for the annual Christmas program drawing a capacity crowd. A capella choir, Elizabeth Kueffer on chimes, and readings framed the evening. Decorations included evergreen friezes, candlelight, a decorated tree, and festive tea tables.

Gimnasium

Eastern Star meeting hosts district program and bazaar

Elyria Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star met in the Masonic Temple for a district school program directed by Hazel Brodbeck with chapter pupils. Grace Tulk led carols, Katherine Merthe played piano, Dr. R. R. Bevard at organ. Santa Claus gave gifts. refreshments served. Rainbow Girls inspection set for January first meeting. next Chapter gathering January 6. Ave Marie club bazaar closed the event.

Elyria Order of Eastern Star Masonic Temple Hazel Brodbeck Grace Tulk Katherine Merthe R. R. Bevard Santa Claus Marion Hand Rainbow Girls Aveme Club

DeMolay Alumni Meet at Harriet's Tea Room

The Artemas Beebe Chapter of DeMolay Alumni held its regular monthly meeting last night at Harriet's Tea Room on Second Street. State Patrolman Jones gave an engaging talk on State Patrol training and duty experiences after dinner. The group adjourned to meet again on January 27 with the venue to be announced.

Artemas Beebe DeMolay Harriet's Second Street Jones State Patrol

Mrs Richard Gollmar Hosts Galaxy Christmas Party

Mrs Richard Gollmar's Thirteenth street home was festively decorated as Galaxy members gathered for an elegant Christmas party. Prizes for high scores went to Mrs Ted Seward, Mrs Robert Jones, and Mrs Richard Horan after party contract games, followed by a gift exchange and a formal dining table setting. Miss Winifred Seward will host Galaxy on Thursday January 5 at 122 Broad.

Richard Gollmar Thirteenth Street Galaxy Ted Seward Robert Jones Richard Horan Winifred Seward Broad Street

Carlisle Couple Quietly Celebrates Anniversary

Mr and Mrs S MM Dewhurst quietly observed their fifty fourth wedding anniversary at their home on Chestnut Ridge. Residents of Carlisle for years they received greetings, cards and gifts from friends and daughters and sons, including J E Dewhurst of South Middle Avenue. Elmer Stull, Thad Robson, Walford Dewhurst of Texas, and Paul Dewhurst of Saginaw, Michigan sent well wishes. A basket of flowers arrived from the La Porte Ladies Aid, long associated with Mrs Dewhurst.

S MM. Dewhurst Chestnut Ridge Dewhurst Carlisle J. E Dewhurst South Middle Avenue Thad Robson Robson Read Elmer Stull Berea Walford Dewhurst Texas Paul Dewhurst Saginaw Michigan la Porte Ladies Aid

Christmas Social at Church Held by Christian Endeavor

The Christian Endeavor of the Church of Christ held a Christmas social last evening in the church basement with seasonal decorations. Prizes were awarded to Mary Kaiser and June Hart after games and contests, followed by refreshments served by the committee.

Church of Christ Mary Kaiser June Hart

Community Club Meetings and Socials Schedule

Calendar Service League lunches at O P S kitchens then Christmas pesty at Center for Sightless on 2nd St. Upper Room Bible class at 1st Congregational church. Middle Steps supper at 6 30 in gym with Christmas exchange. Tally Ho with Mrs E Par amore on Lodi street. Canton Lorain Auxiliary gift exchange. Auxiliary to V F W with Susanne Beattie 131 Warren avenue. Junior Woman's Club Christmas party and program. Merry Mixups dinner at Mrs Benson on 2nd St. Eastern Heights C C L with Mrs R W Butis 115 E H Blvd. Townsend Club No 2 quiz bee women vs men. A A W dinner at Mrs Krieg s West Ave 6 15 Reservations. Business Women s Bible class with Mrs Curtis 6th street. Townsend Club No 1 meets at 7 30 in club rooms.

2Nd St 1St Congregational Church Tally-Ho E. Paramore Lodi Street Canton Lorain Susanne Beattie Warren Avenue Junior Woman's Club 6Th Street Townsend Club No. 1

Class Elects Officers for Sunday School Group

The Second Congregational church Sunday School class taught by Evelene Ernst elected officers Ruth Van Osdale president Donna Graham vice president Virginia Ryan secretary Alice Gilbert treasurer and Phyllis Alexander reporter. The group enjoyed a gift exchange and games planned by the hostess with a candlelit refreshment. A January 27 meeting at Ruth Van Osdale’s home on Bell avenue is scheduled.

Second Congregational Church Evelene Ernst Donna Graham Bond Street Ruth van Osdale Virginia Ryan Alice Gilbert Phyllis Alexander Bell Avenue

Thirteenth Street hostess leads festive Oredia Social Club luncheon

Mrs J A Melton hosted the Oredia Social Club with a tureen luncheon at noon. Twelve members and two guests attended. A new member, Mrs A E Buesighaim, joined. The annual gift exchange occurred and awards went to Mrs Joe Bodas, Marthe Thedleos and Suare Gorman. Mrs Buckingham received a guest prize. Mrs Hastings was honored with a miscellaneous shower. Edna Manzelman will host January 20. Rains France note on Pom mers caves included.

J. A. Melton Thirteenth Street Theoredia Social Club A E Buesighaim Joe Bodas Marthe Thedleos Suare Gorman Buckingham

Also Mentioned on This Page

LE Ley Dorothy Funk Mable Little Sibley & Sprague Velcomme Elyria Men’s Bible Class Officer’s Club Fashion Few Peate Ems Entertain N. F.ve. Club Mrs. Brownell Lois Kilgore Central Book Store Peerless Laundry & Dry Cleaning Coo D. A. Baird J. Martin Beck Elizabeth Kueffer Bethlehem St. Mary's Henry Ingersoll, Jr Alexander Marjorie Knight Baird Irving Shepherd Grace McCullough Minnie Haas Lena Pasadyn Maud Thompson Agnes Garver Lillian Longwell Harriett Hubbard Alice McCracken Roy Clymer Dave Lindberg George Mynchenberg Monty Saville John McKay Harry Block End Gladys Reese Laura Dellefield Flora Krugman Florence Callahan C.F. Social France Allen Bernard Schroll Rogers Wm. Rogers THE John Lersch Olmsted & Hoeffel
Search Courier

Search the The Chronicle Telegram Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The The Chronicle Telegram?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication