Anniversaries of notable historical figures and events
A list of birth anniversaries and notable events spanning 1491 to 1936. Figures include Jacques Cartier, George Meade, James T. Fields, Tasker Bliss, King Kelly, William Hastings, Thomas Jefferson, Obed Hussey, and Wilbur Wright. Events cover political shifts, technology milestones, debt figures, and international air records.
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Jacques Cartier
St. Lawrence River
George G. Meade
Gettysburg
Spain
James *T. Fields
Boston
Aethor
Portsmouth
N. H
Tasker H. Bliss
Thomas Jefferson
Washington
Obed Hussey
Maine
Cincinnati
Wilbur Wright
France
Bournique
Lindberghs
America
England
Japan
United States
Britain
Italy
Ring out the old ring in the new 1939 wishes
A year end message reflecting on 1938 with hopes for 1939. It expresses desires for peace, economic progress, improved living standards, and unity against persecution. The piece urges civic cooperation in Elyria, stronger churches and schools, better employer employee relations, and responsible behavior with alcohol. It closes with a safety reminder: if you drink, don't drive. if you drive, don't drink.
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Elyria
New Year Rejoicings and Timeless Customs
The article reflects on New Year celebrations worldwide and in the United States, noting crowds, bells, and revelry as symbols of hope. It cites Alfred Tennyson and Robert Browning to urge cheerful courage, suggesting youthfulness sustains optimism against future trials in the coming year.
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United States
Alfred Tennyson
Robert Browning
When Does Education Stop for a 72 Year Old Bookkeeper
William E Street of Cleveland retires after a 50 year career as a bookkeeper and aims to resume his interrupted studies. He began Western Reserve University in 1889 but left in his third year to work. Now 72, he plans to finish his college course and continue his education. His early life saw his mother die and his grandfather urge him to work at 15. Street cites lifelong learning as his enduring ambition.
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William E. Street
Cleveland
Street
Western Reserve University
Notable Birthdays of Legal and Academic Figures
Associate Justice Stanley Reed born Mason City Kentucky 54 years ago. Dr. Robert G. Aitken director emeritus Lick Observatory born Jackson California 74 years ago. Prof Frank A. Pearson Cornell agricultural economics born Topeka Kansas 51 years ago. Dr. Ralph D. Hetzel president Pennsylvania State College born Merrill Wisconsin 56 years ago. Dr. Colin G. Fink Columbia famed electrochemist born Hoboken New Jersey 57 years ago. John D. Barry San Francisco journalist author born Boston 72 years ago.
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Stanley Reed
U. S. Supreme Court
Mason City
Robert G. Aitken
Lick Observatory
Jackson
Calif
Frank A. Pearson
Cornell
Topeka
Kans
Ralph D. Hetzel
Pennsylvania State College
Merrill, Wis
Colin G. Fink
Columbia
Hoboken
N. J
John D. Barry
San Francisco
Boston
Dec 31 Humility Prized for Success Says Almanac
The text advises humility to gain progress on this day and warns that forceful attempts to uncover life's secrets may fail. A proper, patient approach to the day’s powers could yield success, even if fortune seems uncertain.
New Year Proverb Guides Vocation Toward Abstract Seekers
A January 1, 1939 Today entry advises a benefactor role toward the poor and the weak. It urges a student of mysterious things to pursue abstract professions and solve problems that benefit mankind rather than ordinary jobs.
Columbia Club Schedule Promises January Meetings
Columbia announces a series of events in January including a third meeting on electricity at Mrs. Lucy Ives home on January 6 with Miss Frances Eckert leading. The Columbia Garden Club will not meet until January 19. The Farmer's Institute is set for January 11 and 12 with Berea Club guests. The Townsend meeting is January 13 and the Farm Bureau gathering on January 19. Grange officers will be installed and dine January 3.
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Columbia
Lucy Ives
Frances Eckert
Elyria
Columbia Garden Club
Columbia Farmer's Institute
Townsend
Berea Club
Farm Bureau
Grange
Washington’s Joe Martin seen as balanced Republican leader
The piece profiles Congressman Joe Martin of Massachusetts as the next Republican floor leader, a bridge between conservative elders and progressive youths. It notes his practical, non confrontational approach, support for New Deal reforms, labor organizing rights, unemployment relief, and senior pensions, while facing resistance from party hardliners.
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Washington
Joe Martin
House
Martin
Joe Martin and his rise from newspapering to Congress
The 1912 bid for Massachusetts Assembly began with Joe Martin at age 28, despite his parents’ warnings. He won easily and later joined the State Senate where he befriended Calvin Coolidge. Martin helped Coolidge on the rules committee and rose to Congress in 1924, later earning trust from Coolidge and becoming a key figure for Alfred Landon in 1936.
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Lic
Massachusetts Assembly
Joe
Martin
Hitler
State Senate
Calvin Coolidge
Coolidge
Toe
Congress
Repubican
Frank W. Stearns
Stearns
South Amherst Ladies Aid Meet Sets Honor List
Sixteen members and guests gathered at the LL. B. Steele home on Telegraph road Thursday afternoon for a Methodist Ladies Aid Society meeting. President Mrs. Garfield Harris led routine business and favorable reports. The group voted to place all members aged seventy and over on the honor list and planned a tureen luncheon at noon in two weeks at the church parlors where honorary members will receive special mention. Refreshments were served after adjournment by Mrs. Howard Steele, Miss Ferda Steele and Mrs. Belle Brocksicker.
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Methodist Ladies’ Aid Society
LL. B. Steele
Telegraph Road
Garfield Harris
Howard Steele
Ferda Steele
Belle Brocksicker
Grace Neri to wed daughter of Lyda Hoffner in ceremony
The upcoming marriage unites Grace Neri with the daughter of Mrs. Lyda Hoffner. Details of the ceremony remain to be announced as families prepare for a formal announcement and celebration.
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Grace Neri
Lyda Hoffner
New Year's Resolve In Bible Readings and Prayer
A reflection on Philippians 3 13 16 urges letting go of the past and pressing toward the prize of God in Christ Jesus. It links prayer to decisive action and warns that a lack of decision leaves one unsatisfied. It cites St Paul’s forward look and the need for onward urge in daily prayer.
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Christ Jesus
St. Paul
Castle Powers Wedding Solemnized In Detroit Home
Ben Castle of Detroit Michigan and his partner were married at 7 30 p m Thursday evening at the home of her sister Mrs Frank Powers The ceremony was performed by Rev David Davids of Sullivan Guests included Mr and Mrs Frank Powers The couple left for Florida to spend the winter.
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Ben Castle
Detroit
Michigan
Frank Powers
Rey David Davids
Sullivan
Florida
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China
Good Samaritan
Ihn
Ital
Washesington
Joseph William Martin
Massachusetts
Mats
Level
Iseball
Maris
Dartmouth Armoorder
Ness
Mass
Rsity
Camsate Louishiture
Cablican
Tasco Chronicle
Buss
Martin Mac
Landon
Alfred M. Landon
Funchal
Amherst
Society
P. R Smith & Company
Elyria Savings
Bender
Colson V. T. C
Elyria Sav
Elyria Tele Com
Lorain Co. Bank Cts
Marion Reserve
Ohio Elec
Pwr
Perry Fay
Romeo Pump
Say
O. W
Edward Minard Lunns
Fenwick
Skejle
Thiat
the Savings Deposit Bank*trust CO
Broad Street
Federal Reserve
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