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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1962
Page
2
A collection of Dear Abby reader questions and responses. Topics include a 14 year old neighbor's Christmas gift of babysitting, unreturned earrings, a critique of dieting men, Christmas gifts to a teacher, and a debate about when a woman becomes an old maid. Abby's guidance emphasizes gratitude, honesty with the giver, and clarifying definitions of old maid.
Mr and Mrs Corwin G Taylor announce the engagement of their daughter Carol Jane to Robert Thomas Bohrer son of Mr and Mrs Clarence Bohrer The Taylors address 51 Meadow Brook Dr Miss Taylor is a 1961 Midview High School graduate and Sears Roebuck credit department employee Bohrer a 1958 Elyria District Catholic High School graduate attended Coyne Electrical School served two years in the U S Army and works as an electrician at Elyria Foundry The couple plans a spring wedding
A brief home tips note suggests using warm water from an empty window cleaner bottle to spot dampen fabric during ironing. The tip emphasizes a simple, readily available spray method to moisten fabric for smoother ironing.
A kitchen guide suggests hot Bacon Rice Roll-ups and Capetown Fritters as party staples. It provides recipes for bacon rolls with sardines and rice, and for Cape Town lobster fritters with a creamy mustard sauce. Includes oven and frying steps, yield notes, and serving ideas.
Town folk share holiday visits births and anniversaries across Elyria and nearby towns. Rob ert Allen Coven of Bowling Green visits relatives at 630 Harvard while Ricky Gregory and Cheryl Coven see great grandmother Ida Wolf and grandmother Emma Cowen on Christmas. Karen Mihalik baptised December 27 at San Carlos Mission Monterey Calif with Fort Ord soldier father. Scott Richard Owens born Christmas Eve at Fort Dix New Jersey with Elyrian roots. Edna A mspaugh named most excellent chef at Elyria Temple Pythian Sisters. Lydia Squires to celebrate 93rd birthday with family. Jacquelyn Ann Milner born at Berea Hospital. Betty Harold crowned queen at Three Stops meeting. Birthday notices for Mrs. Lydia Squires and 80th for Mrs. Emil Struck with open house.
A compact savory dish combines 2 four ounce sardines with hard cooked egg yolks and cooked rice. Grated onion, salt, pepper, and prepared mustard season, then hot sauce and mayonnaise bind. Topped with halved bacon slices, this protein rich mix yields a hearty bite.
Santa may have skipped your tree but the Career Shoppe offers a year end clearance with 33 3 percent reductions on lounge wear. Short and long robes in tailored and dressy styles, capri pants with matching jackets or tops, and a varied color selection invite early purchases before prices drop out. Visit Middle Ave next to the Loran County Bank to choose outfits for brisk mornings or cozy evenings.
Mr and Mrs Joseph F Ursem announce the engagement of their daughter Marilyn Louise to Ronald E Peloquin son of Mr and Mrs Henry E Peloquin Readily provided details include Marilyn's Elyria Catholic High School background, her employment as a cashier at Prout Chevrolet, Ronald's oxford Miami University AB degree in 1959 Navy service with the Sixth Fleet NATO Command, and his current role as an underwriter with America Fair Insurance in Cleveland An August wedding is planned
Mr and Mrs Elmer Silone of 122 Public Square announce the engagement of their daughter Minnie to William Forbush Jr son of Mr and Mrs William Forbush of 309 Prospect St Both are Keystone High School graduates class of 1961 He is employed at LaGrange Screw Products Wedding plans are indefinite
A prepared wax emulsion furniture polish can brighten a dull painted surface when rubbed onto it.
Carol Ratcil of LaGrange is engaged to James W Wircenske son of Mr and Mrs Frank Wircenske of 367 North Olive St The couple’s backgrounds include LaGrange High School and Bowling Green State University with both employed at Bendix Westinghouse in their area.
Lorain couple Mr and Mrs Frank Moss announce the engagement of their daughter Lorraine Jane Moss to Ralph C Mettler. Lorraine a 1962 Lorain High School graduate active in A Capella Choir orchestra Rainbow for Girls and V-Hi Jackets, works at Lorain Telephone Co. Ralph attended Lorain High School and works at Ford Motor Co. Both are members of First Methodist Church and plan to wed September 7.
New York UPI report cites the Better Vision Institute estimating 51 million vision delinquents in the United States. About 25 million have not had a vision check in over two years and 26 million have never had a complete eye examination.
Miss Marilyn Lee Klass and David Sigel exchanged wedding vows in a 1:30 PM ceremony at the Hillel Foundation chapel on the Ohio State University campus in Columbus. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. I. J. Klass of Dayton, wore a beige camel hair suit and champagne blouse. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Max Sigel of Cleveland. A brief family reception followed in Deshler Hilton Hotel Sky Room before the couple departed for a wedding trip and planned to reside at Da-Mar Farms in Homerville.
Household linens last longer with a sufficient supply for rotation. Place clean laundry at the bottom of the linen closet and use top pieces first. Change sheets at least weekly to prevent strenuous washing that could weaken fibers.
Tokyo surveys show Japanese rank high in world readership. The Japan Newspapers and Editors Association finds that the average Japanese family of 4.8 persons reads more than one daily paper, reflecting strong newspaper consumption in Japan.
Chicago officials report electric blankets are the most misused appliance. A blanket sent to a Chicago repair station was used as an electric rug. It warmed bread dough and even de iced a doorway in winter, according to Northern Electric Co. files.
Chicago UPI quotes A L Melizer founder of Evans Fur Co advising buyers to inspect the coat. He stresses the collar must fit the neckline and rest on the shoulders, warning against coats that are too low which pull away from the neck. He notes the firm touts many female customers.
Ozark Air Lines reported that during a recent Bilay period it shipped more dogs than people from a normally busy passenger terminal. More than 400 dogs of various breeds were moved from Mt Vernon weighing approximately 6,319 pounds.
Virginia Lee Rogers, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Rogers of 1157 Willow Street Grafton, is engaged to Carl J. Thome son of Mr. and Mrs. Nemert Thome of 2513 Grafton Road. She is a 1962 Midview High School graduate and Kent State University Elyria Extension Center student employed by the Kent Extension Center office. a member of Assumption Church. Thome, a 1960 graduate, served in the U S Navy and works at Majestic Molding Co. member of Immaculate Conception Church.
The engagement of Rosemary Wilson and William A Lechene is announced. Miss Wilson, daughter of Mrs Mildred H Wilson and the late William H Wilson, lives at 711 Cleveland St. He is the son of the late Mr and Mrs Fred Lechene, resides at 316 Church St La Grange. She graduated Elyria High School in 1952 and works at Worthington Ball Co. He graduated Hastings High School in 1950 and works at NASA Lewis Laboratory in Cleveland.
Tonight events include Cootlette Club at VFW 1079 Post Home at 8 pm and Bethel Shrine 24 at Masonic Temple with 7 30 p.m. start. The listings note social time and venue details for attendees planning the evening activities.
The January Reader's Digest reprints an article explaining generosity requires more than a kind impulse. It argues material gifts are not always the most valued and that receiving can be as meaningful as giving, including how a parent can give the greatest gift of all.
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