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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1932
Page
5
J. J. Dillon of 619 Middle Avenue reports a rose bush in bloom despite recent snowfall. Officials note two buds on one bush and many tulips sprouting two inches from the ground, covered with straw for protection.
Governor George White will not summon the General Assembly to an extraordinary session to provide financial relief unless municipal steps fail to meet needs after a six hour Sunday conference. He urged leaders across Ohio to take immediate action to resolve local financial problems rather than seek state legislative aid.
Fear eight persons on a Century Pacific passenger plane perished in a crash between Bakersfield and Los Angeles as a storm halted search efforts. Weather worsened with rain sleet and snow while searchers in snowshoes covered vast rugged terrain seeking the downed flight.
An ancient source notes that Tibetians employed a thermos bottle more than four hundred years ago. The remark places early insulated vessels in high altitude cuisine and travel practices.
Sheriff Clarene Adams and Deputy Bob Hodgers report two young men forced entry at John Deffield's home on Dellefield Road last night. They demanded money and fled when confronted with a shotgun.
An 81-year-old man wandered and fell multiple times near Griswold road at 7 AM. Sheriff Clarence Adams reports the man had a bloody head and facial scratches, and was transported to Memorial hospital by deputies.
Lorain police are asked to locate Roy Shauver 14 of 1106 West 21st street who has been missing since Thursday. A bar reportedly advised him to go to Pennsylvania just before his disappearance.
Defined by Mayor Jacob W. Warman Cleveland street. Was fined $5 and costs for intoxication when arraigned before Mayor W. H. VanCsier the morning.
Col J F Murbach will address the Elvira Legion Auxiliary on National Defense topics including the Manchurian dispute and possible World War involvement. Elyria veterans and auxiliary members from across the county invited with refreshments to follow. The meeting also covers events for Leap Year dance plans and the Washington’s Birthday two hundredth anniversary celebrations.
West Union judge Stephen Stephenson will travel to Columbus Tuesday to take the oath as a Justice of the Supreme Court. He will succeed James F. Rebipsar and will serve until the November election, per Governor White’s appointment.
Mrs James Watson, 645, died Friday evening at her home on Gravion Street after a short illness with pneumonia. She was born in Nova Scotia and had lived in Oberlin for many years. Survived by two daughters Mrs Dues tonsonm and Mrs Poulime. Funeral services to be held at 2:00 pm at the Boothsted church.
A hectic array of upcoming group meetings and social events fills the week. Local clubs including the Women’s Progressive Club, Frank E. Peck chapter DeMolay, Oberlin Women’s Club, and the American Legion auxiliary announce gatherings at homes and venues across Oberlin with plans for social teas, lectures, and committee arrangements.
Mrs. Clarence Switt of Chicago will give an illustrated talk on the Oberammergau Passion Play at 7 30 Wednesday evening in the James Brand house. She and her husband have traveled to Oberammergau multiple times and are familiar with the play its performers and scenes.
The report lists Mr and Mrs Walter Walker and Miss Hazel Gibson of Oberlin attending the auto show in Cleveland yesterday. Canton Lorain Need and the Toadies Auxiliary No. 1t plan a meeting at the Odd Fellows Hall in Elyria this evening. Birthday pet celebration and pedigree practice are noted. Mr and Mrs Bertart of North Professor stress attended the Cleveland auto show Saturday.
Elyria High School debaters won two contests in the State High School Debating League week. The negative team defeated Brunswick High School while Elyria’s affirmative beat Parma High School. The Saturday win featured Catherine McKee Katherine Pfaff and Jay Howenstine on the team debating compulsory unemployment insurance. The squad now holds two wins and two losses in league play, with earlier losses to Oberlin High School and a Bas Village debaters’ result.
Jacob H Rubin, Russian native and author, will speak at Elyria High School auditorium on Russia as I Found It In 1931. The talk covers Bolshevism’s machinery and Rubin’s 13 months in Russia during its turmoil. The lecture begins at 8 p.m, announced F A Dusthimer, club president.
The United States plans to bolster Shanghai with about 2,400 American troops including 2,100 marines and two destroyers. A shuttle of 1,090 men from Manila and 49 Thames on the transport Chaumont head to Shanghai, while the cruiser Houston and six destroyers depart Manila for the relay. Admiral Taylor will lead to Shanghai to supervise the arrival and coordinated efforts to avoid trouble with Chinese and Japanese forces.
The Chronicle Telegram reports a new movement among independent retail petroleum product dealers to form an organization. The aim is better trade practices and protective policies with hopes of statewide countywide expansion. The first organizing meeting occurred in Cleveland with several Somerset County residents in attendance. Local participants included Steve Staur of Butternut Ridge and L. C. Capel of Ridgeville Heckis.
In the Arctic Rat River region near a northern outpost, trapper Albert Johnson, driven by winter insanity, eludes three RCMP efforts as Constable E. Mullion and others pursue him through blizzards and temperatures as low as 3 below. A 1930s search endures a 15 hour battle before capture.
Fire Chief W. N. Bates reports January loss at 556 dollars, a favorable start that could set a city record for low fire loss this year. He notes January 1931 had a loss of 1 060 dollars from a Broad Street West Avenue blaze. He stresses prevention as the key to lower losses and rates, citing carelessness as the main cause of most fires.
Charles Wood 25 West Avenue is sought by police for allegedly cutting Irene Jones 409 Tremont Street at the Jones home about 3 p m yesterday. Mrs Jones was treated at a doctor and Memorial Hospital for cuts to the stomach leg and hand. An argument preceded the incident as police investigated the car.
A force of 409 marines sails toward the region near Shanghai while the transport Chaumont carries 1000 troops from Manila expected to arrive Wednesday. American armada, including 1960 marines 1000 soldiers a cruiser and five destroyers, pursues from Manila and Shanghai with additional destroyers and 19 gunboats positioned along the Yangtze River at varying distances.
Rev H O VanGilder spoke on the book of Revelation at Two revival services at the First Baptist church. He focused on the Judgements of God confronting nations and individuals after death, urging repentance and faithfulness to warn against sin while stressing God's wrath and love. He announced nightly services through the week except Saturday with two closings on Sunday.
In And About The Court House E L Amsden Lora filed suit against John Winter for six one alleged due as realtor commission for transfer of property. George C Burrer filed suit against Harry Baser et al for 2638 alleged due on a promissory note. Foreclosures of property in Grafton Township 18 asked. Cranam Weeks pleaded not guilty to an arraignment charging non support was arraigned before Judge W B Thompson this morning. Prowl was set at Blue.
Funeral services for the late Michael Kruscenki of 133 Logan Street were held this morning at 8:30 A M from Holy Cross Church. Burial followed at St. Marys Cemetery. Mrs. Mary Rook will be held Tuesday afternoon at 1:39 A M from Sudro Funeral Home with Dr A E Piper officiating and interment in Clarksfield Cemetery.
George Dietrich a long time Lorain County resident and building contractor died at his home in Lorain on Sunday January 1. He was born February 27, 1866 in Avon and leaves a widow two sons and several daughters as well as four brothers and four sisters. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at St Mary's Church Lorain with burial in St Peter's Cemetery Ridgeville.
A car driven by D. N. Blaine of 416 Kenyon avenue collided with Frank Oldenburg’s vehicle at Middle avenue and Third street, causing minor damage. Oldenburg had stopped for a pedestrian when the crash occurred, the police reported.
Markets report shows calf prices steady to strong with bulk dealers at 1000 down. lambs and sheep steady with best above 6.65. hogs around 4.50 to 4.80. Grain and hay prices vary by grade, with corn and wheat quoted per bushel and miscellaneous feeds listed. overall tone is a dense, numeric snapshot of farm commodities.
Senate opens a fight over federal aid with Costigan La Follette proposing $87 million for the destitute while leaders clash over leadership, votes, and means to pass the measure amid broader defense and army budget battles.
About 6900 farmers are expected to attend Ohio State University's 20th annual Farm Week beginning today. Economists and veteran farm labor analysts explore causes of the present economic downturn and potential remedies. Speakers include David Friday on causes and cures, Charles H. Jones on adjusting tax laws, and C. E Livels on family living standards during the downturn. Internal issues of the Ohio Farm Bureau are also discussed.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a plateau called Sauara Deert with measurements and elevation hints. The text mentions a date and locations but is largely unreadable, providing only scattered place names such as Leer and Pea, and a rough height motif.
A sensational health notice touts Emtona as a remedy to relieve constipation and improve digestion. Dayton reader H E Worman credits rapid relief and normal elimination after starting Emtona, urging purchase at Muir's Cut Rate Drug Store in Broad Street.
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