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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1929
Page
10
A sermon on repentance draws a capacity crowd, contrasting bold Bible preaching with comfort preaching. The speaker recalls John the Baptist, Jesus, and early martyrs, arguing that true repentance provokes opposition and public scandal rather than easy praise. The piece cites biblical figures and modern critics who demand polite, nonconfrontational messages.
In a forceful sermon a preacher rails against labeling sins to soften their harm. He cites biblical figures like John the Baptist and Jesus, warns that devils pose as angels of light, and cautions that one drink leads to many. He urges moral clarity and accountability.
State of Ohio. Lorain County ss. Victor F Breitenstein sworn as Secretary of The First Savings and Loan Co Elyria Ohio. The foregoing is true financial condition at close of fiscal year ended December 31 1928. Notary public authorization date January 30 1929. Names of officers listed. Total liabilities and figures shown including 763 852.34 and 10 180.74.
A reader argues college professors should adopt Rev Sunday’s forceful Bible teaching to curb youth crime from Leopold and Loeb to everyday auto thefts. The letter praises Sunday’s influence and asserts his warnings are for the public good, even if unpopular.
Our patriotic young men who went to serve their county are being stricken by disease. Deaths include William Hardy of Camden aged 19 who died January 15 Frank Pomeroy of Camden who died January 18 and Sergeant Frank Gilroy of Wellington who died January 18. Judge Burk has been commissioned and sworn in as judge and will begin duties around February 10 with a background of legal lore.
The Elyria Republican notes that poor road conditions have cost Elyria thousands this winter by keeping farmers from trading. It also reports on smallpox fears nationwide, a debut at the rink by Major Basset, damaged post cards, rumors of a grand jury pursuing gamblers, and the January term of the common pleas court opening with Judge Hale. about 110 cases on the docket with four to five weeks ahead.
The Loralp County Agricultural Society reported a growing membership from 300 to 600, now at 2,015 ticket holders for the annual meeting at the G. A. R. hall. A profit of 1,200 from last year’s county fair was noted as favorable. The city awaits the new lake water plant, ready to operate after years of hard work against opposition.
Elyria Evening Telegram notes 20 years ago a Lorain County Agricultural Society vote fixes September 7, 8, 9, and 10 as fair days at the courthouse meeting. Amherst residents eye a new well on Fred Straus’ farm revealing a petroleum-like fluid hinting at old field prospects. Council President F N Smith assigns a committee to pursue a public market house site following Mayor Troxel’s suggestion.
Works council moved to insert April 30 as the date for holding a special election to let the people vote on the million dollar bond issue. A local community labor board is now practically assured with a branch office to be established here and run like other boards after delays and misunderstanding.
Approximately 3000 persons are expected to attend the American Welding Society annual meeting in Cleveland this fall. The convention date is not set but will occur in September. The previous year meeting was in Philadelphia.
Prof A F Barker of Leeds University textile department says colors in women's dress follow a curious cycle. He predicts a shift from a red period to orange and yellow, then green blue and violet in succession.
The planned facility will be the world’s largest nitrate plant, with an anticipated investment exceeding 100 million dollars, currently under construction along the James River in Virginia.
A Feb 1 1919 note recalls Elyria workers in World War I, noting 36 local soldiers killed in France or from disease and about the same number wounded. It mentions a city council resolution to improve and enlarge the water system.
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