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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1933
Page
4
A battered husband was brought to court on a wife beating charge. The spouse, three times his size, described his injuries including black eyes a cut and bruises a sling and a limp. He told the judge I must have lost my temper. The judge quipped next time you lose your temper do it over a telephone aboard ship in the middle of the Atlantic 3000 miles away.
Today marks birth anniversaries for Edward Coke John Bard David Porter Thomas Cole Titus Coan Meyer Guggenheim Joseph Keppler and G Stanley Hall. The list highlights jurist naval hero painter missionary caricaturist and psychologist born in Europe or America with noted death dates.
The Treasury released a detailed guide showing vault design, lock systems, and alarm devices for the new money vault under construction. It describes two-key entry, welded steel and concrete, and a progressive alarm with bells and sirens to deter burglars. The department says it is not worried about cracksmen despite the public viewing of the specifications.
Elyria council reviews a five year compromise gas rate plan. The measure lowers current rates but raises the average for most consumers over the term. Mayor Van Oster seeks reductions for under ten thousand feet and urges a fair settlement to avoid costly Utilities Commission litigation.
A library book passes through hands from a skidding rider to a little homebound girl, bringing happiness and learning. The book, carefully catalogued, travels to many homes and imaginations, leaving a lasting impact even after return to the shelf.
A concise phrase notes that one person’s loss of control can be managed by another. It suggests intervention by an external party may restore order or discipline in a tense situation. The line frames control as something that can be transferred or assumed by another.
A village meeting publicized petitions drawn by Atty. William Miller to delay the municipal electric plant project by ten months. Officials discuss rates, petition legitimacy, and potential immediate election while residents gauge alternatives and cost impacts. Community events include church discussions and a father son banquet planning.
Amherst High basketball schedule lists two games this week. Friday they host Medina High at the local gymnasium, then travel Saturday to Vermilion High to meet Vermilion High. The team aims for two victories as part of the North Central Ohio League.
The Outdoor Life Association met in the shack on the association grounds Monday evening to elect officers for the year. Reelected were August MNabakowski as president, James Daniel as vice president, Rev. F. E. Eastman as secretary, and F. J. Hubbard as treasurer, after an open dinner prepared by J. H. Schibler.
The Amherst High freshmen held a Tuesday meeting and elected officers including Russell Andrews as president Robert Teaman as vice president Victoria Shinskey as secretary treasurer Lucille Leach as class advisor and Frank Reichert Mary Louise Gaehr as student council members.
A full day gathering of the Ladies Aid and Missionary Societies at First Evangelical Church will meet all day. A noon dinner served by Circle No 4 members costs 50 cents per plate. A playlet will follow the meal.
The Congregational Sunday School orchestra will rehearse at 7 15 this evening at the home of director Mrs Pansy Harris on Church street.
Mrs Henry Ammenhauser will host the Ladies Aid Society of St Pauls Lutheran church as they convene in the church parlors Thursday afternoon.
Jessamine Lodge Daughters of Scotland will meet in regular session at the I O O F hall this evening with initiation as the main feature.
W Houghton of Oberlin called in Amherst on Tuesday. E V Baker of Toledo made a business call Monday. Guild Willard Sanerito and Schweller from Wellington spent Tuesday evening in Amherst. Mr and Mrs George Linn of Elvira were guests of Mr and Mrs Clair Stiwald.
A congressman urges trimming overhead and criticizes remarks by another leader. He cautions against mentioning a specific program while resisting pay reductions, asserting the issue requires careful handling and timely action.
Despite the vast distance, the astronomer notes Mars is more than 35 million miles off while the piece jokes that inhabitants might still hear a neighbor’s radio.
A local columnist reflects on modern life beyond rushing home from church with a boyfriend. The piece contrasts urban and rural views, noting small town norms like dress code and social expectations while hinting at broader opportunities for youth.
A witty aside notes men earning multiple college degrees while a third is earned just before they face a lock up. The banter contrasts steady study with looming consequences.
Group No 1 of the Holy Name Society met at John Strohmier's home on Washington Avenue for business and to reorganize. Officers elected were W J Bodman Sr as chairman J A Wesbecher as vice chairman James Brennen as secretary and treasurer. Meetings will be held semi monthly and fourteen attendees shared luncheon after several card games.
South Amherst district notes that the Roman Republic Latin Club planned a Valentine party at its regular school meeting on Monday evening. Miss Esther Naujak, the Latin instructor, spoke on manners and conversation.
A narrator questions how one would respond after repeated nose punches and a renewed choke hold, while a witty aside suggests the ad reader awaits a refresh. The phrasing implies a confrontation or assault scene with implied violence and taunting commentary.
About 70 attended the Young Ladies Sodality of St Joseph’s Catholic church and Group No 4 of the Holy Name Society in a school hall meeting. Fr Stoner spoke on the year ahead then a social hour with music by Wellington musicians followed by refreshments served by officer ladies. Next week the group will plan a Valentine party.
St Peters Evangelical church sponsored by the Brothearkssd will be held at the church parlors Wednesday evening February 8. Rev. H Pfeiffer Sandusky will be the speaker of the evening and a fine program of musical numbers and other features has been planned.
Members of the fifth and sixth grades under Mrs Victor Schnaak and Miss Marie Menz will present the operetta Twilight Alley in the school auditorium Thursday evening at 8:60. A large attendance is desired.
A court scene features an eighty pound husband as defendant and a two hundred pound wife as plaintiff. The judge questions why the husband did not help after an automobile collision. The husband quips that opportunity knocks but once.
About one hundred men attended the Men's Civic Club meeting at the Methodist church on Tuesday evening. County superintendent G P Vaughn spoke while Ike and Eddy from the South Amherst radio team provided music. Group singing, games, and contests followed with Harold Ai scp, Walter Scheinder, and Andrew Gainok serving refreshments. Immediately after, the Athletic Club met for activities on the school gym floor. Both clubs report rising membership and interest. All men of the village are invited to attend.
Huntington Feb 1 Huntington Grange No 2043 will meet Thursday evening Feb 2. A box social will be the program for the lecture hour after the business meeting. Every lady bring a box.
Mrs H G Battenhouse is in Isna today for a Shrine Auxiliary tureen dinner at the home of Mrs H Kunkel on Osford Avenue in that city.
The First Evangelical church holds its weekly cottage prayer meeting tonight at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Grobe on Elyria Avenue.
Members of the Women's Union of St Peter's Evangelical church met at the president Mrs William Mischka home on Pearl Street Tuesday evening to plan a drive aimed at recruiting 33 new members. Attendees included Mesdames Henry Holle Jarod Hierbst John Wiegand Walter Jaeger and Lucy Roemer.
Rev. E Schmidt departed Tuesday afternoon for Columbus Ohio to attend sessions of the Ohio Pastoral Conference at the Neil House in that city.
The Royal Neighbors Lodge holds its regular meeting this evening instead of Thursday due to school entertainment. Hostesses Mrs. John Witt and Mrs. Ray Jones will assist at the home of Mrs. A Siess.
Members of the Methodist Ladies Aid Society will meet Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Jacob Kolb with Mrs. William Slack assisting as hostess.
The Methodist church choir will rehearse Thursday evening at seven o clock. All members are urged to attend.
Mrs Jay Gillette will host Circle No 1 of the Congregational church at her South Main street home Friday afternoon February 10.
The February gathering of the Daughters of Dorcas class of the First Evangelical Sunday school will be held at the home of Mrs. The notice notes the meeting date and host for the church group event.
Sunday evening dinner guests in Amherst were at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Ehrman. Mrs. George Rice was the Tuesday guest of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Rice. Miss Esther Naujak spent the weekend in Columbus as a house guest of friends.
C E Duff principal of the South Amherst School spent the weekend at his home in Columbus. Mrs Mery Steele and Miss Hattie Steele of Lorain visited Mrs George Rice. Mr and Mrs Wilbur Ives of Oberlin spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Charles Corbett. H J Quilhot was weekend guest of relatives in Delaware Ohio. Mr and Mrs Arthur Engle were
Items trace a 19th century sequence: 1865 Congress proposes the 13th Amendment. 1898 John L. Stevens places Hawaii under U S protection during revolution. protectorate withdrawn. 1899 U S flag raised at Guam. 1908 Guam ceded by Spain. 1908 Lisbon king and crown prince shot dead in the streets.
A compilation lists prominent individuals with their birthplaces and ages. Names include U.S. Senator Hattie Caraway of Arkansas born in Bakersville Tennessee, New York Mayor John P. O'Brien born in Worcester Massachusetts, Dr. Ralph W. Keeler of Brooklyn, and others from academia arts and diplomacy.
The reading notes a psychic temperament and strong native energy for a person born today. It warns against being driven by passion or excessive freedom and urges adaptation to surroundings and submission to circumstances.
Journal notes that Russian communist doctrines are widely known and provoke discussion across academic and political circles in Japan, reflecting cross national interest and concern about ideological influence.
Mrs. Earl Easterday and Mrs. John Naegele visited Elyria with their parents Mr and Mrs H D Bow en. Mrs. B H Pratt attended the Farmers Institute at Nova Ohio. Robert Needles of Columbus stayed with his family. Sunday visitors included Mr and Mrs S A Knisely of Rocky River and Mr and Mrs Clarence Seitler and two children at the Leininger home.
Superior Wisconsin reports Randi Le Rohl, a middle aged voyager who floated an open boat down the Mississippi, has not found earthly paradise. She writes she struggles for sustenance yet remains hopeful, thanking the local commerce association for a holiday box and noting she lives cheaply while ashore after storms.
The important warm Japan Current known as Kuro Sine is described as the Pacific equivalent of the Gulf Stream in the Atlantic.
A historical note states India founded a steel industry in 1914 marking the start of a major industrial sector. The narrative highlights early development phases and key institutions shaping steel production in the region.
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