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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1930
Page
4
In Elyria and Lorain County construction continues through winter with homes garages and other structures under way. The Bureau of Standards notes weather is less a barrier and contractors schedule indoor work to beat harsh days. City projects and utility work persist as prices fall, aiding builders and related trades.
The United States has risen to the front rank in aviation with a New York to Washington service carrying more passengers than any other line and running hourly in the daytime. Industry leaders say the current low business mood spurred plane development over mass production, while the Watres bill allowing passenger carriage on mail ships is expected to boost growth.
The piece argues that American investments abroad totaling 7.5 billion dollars plus war loans create a web of influence across Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America and Canada. It notes Canada and Latin America host most capital while European industries receive substantial funds, challenging Washington’s isolationist policy and fueling charges of Yankee imperialism.
Congressman William Williamson Jr of South Dakota promotes a bill to form a Department of Defense uniting Army Navy and aviation under a single secretary. He argues unified command will cut costs improve air defense and efficiency, while acknowledging objections and past studies. Guests in Elyria Thursday noted Mary Gillett and R H Collier among attendees.
A memory-invoking quip recalls a felier once famed for saying jest fine and a dry congressman who always seemed to carry the scent of cloves. A reflective note on speech, character, and small-town political lore.
Today marks anniversaries for Ambroise Pare born 1509 founder of modern surgery who died December 22, 1390. Joseph G. McCoy born 1837 cattle trade pioneer died October 15, 1915 in Kansas City. Elizabeth M. Anderson born 1850 anthropologist died February 22, 1921. Theodore E. Burton born 1851 Ohio senator died October 25, 1929 in Washington DC. Cyrus Townsend Brady born 1851 clergyman author died January 24, 1920 in Yonkers New York.
The timeline cites 1776 as the Third Continental Congress meeting in Baltimore, 1791 when the Bank of the United States began discounting in Philadelphia, 1860 marking South Carolina’s secession and a chain reaction of ten other states, and 1922 noting the fourteen republics of Russia forming the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics.
Marion Taller of Nevada Missouri turns 24. Harvey S Firestone of Akron Ohio turns 62. Judge Thomas W Swan of the U S Circuit Court born in Norwich Connecticut 53 years ago. Samuel McRoberts of New York banker born in Malta Bend Missouri 62 years ago. John L Lowes Harvard professor of English born in Decatur Indiana 63 years ago. Prince George, youngest son of the British monarchs, born 23 years ago.
The passage notes a steady nature facing tasks with ease while carrying a highly emotional, sensitive undercurrent. It suggests the position's patient endurance will lead to eventual comfort and likely substantial success.
Lake Avenue notes that the Christmas program will be held Sunday evening at 7 30 with a white gift service. Regular Sunday services include Sunday School at 9 30, a Christ mas lesson from Luke 2, and a junior service at 10 45 followed by the pastor Rev. D P Fulmer preaching.
Mrs. Mable Caywood Hahn is seriously ill at Elyria Memorial Hospital. The report notes her many friends and family reacting with concern as news of her condition spreads through the community. Mrs. Mary Collins was the next line in the fragment, indicating additional updates or related notices.
In Vincennes Indiana the Three Foot Moustache Club organized with six charter members. Fireman Oscar Shoat started the group after wagering six colleagues he could grow the best beard. Members vow to refrain from shaving indefinitely.
Scientists plan to expose plants to radium to develop a new tomato variety and other products. The research targets improved traits through radiation, seeking practical agricultural applications.
A narrator in New York on December 20 recounts studying a perfected smirk for social tea. He parries with Irvin Cobb about smirk quality, notes jealous glances, and describes arriving early, observing guests, and waiting for a cue to unleash the signature grimace.
A vivid cartoon caption from 1930 recounts a glib boast and a failed smirk during a bank deal. The narrator recalls Casey’s strikeout feeling and a roomful of cockeyed patrons while noting that the tea offering is unsatisfactory. A for sale line yields a tarnished smirk as a punchline.
A Rhode Island State College freshman caught flirting with a coed is fined a three day punishment wearing a baseball catcher's mask. The unusual discipline was publicly announced by college authorities in Kingston.
A Holstein bull calf with two sets of ears was added to the herd of Page F. Potter, a Providence, R. I. florist, in Skeekone.
The Days News highlights the Victor Radio with home recording as a top sensation of the 1930-31 season. It touts its handsome look and rich tone, suitable as a family gift and Christmas greeting option. The article also promotes men’s gifts including sporting goods such as basketballs, volleyballs, footballs, gym gear, boxing gloves, and shoes.
A compact setup projects a sequence of pictures while records provide narration. The Pal Portable Phonograph works with any records and the complete outfit is offered at 325 in special pricing.
Our Elyria shop offers Davies Welsh Candy at 59 cents per pound and a broad selection of Victor Records, airguns, rifles, hunting gear, boots, ammunition, Christmas lights, tree ornaments, clocks, and pocketbooks. Many items are discounted to 25 cents to a dollar, with former higher prices cited.
Ownership of violin and other instruments means little without competent teaching. Too many rely on mail order purchases and expect instant skill. We offer qualified sales staff and seven study programs used by .24 of the best teachers in Northern Ohio to instruct beginners and advanced students.
Nester Johnson Shoe Skates are world standard and offered with separate clamp or key. Hockey and regular skates come in almost any price. Hockey sticks pucks and pads also available for boys and girls.
An attractive electric percolator or chocolate set in china or nickeled ware is a useful gift for wife or mother. An 11 piece Japanese Tea Set may be had for $1. Pewter ware with silvercraft lining lasts a lifetime and carved Chinese onyx is new and available.
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