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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1939
Page
14
Washington circle hopeful to invite opposing labor chiefs to renew talks as Perkins Hopkins and Murphy sound out rivals. Both sides wary yet inclined to bury the hatchet amid financial strain and costly battles.
Letter writers urge caution over buying the Fairgrounds for park use as Elyria faces high water and electric rates the highest in Ohio. They forecast Council rejection of a bond issue while noting a record city budget and widespread taxation concerns.
A University student argues that city departments have multiplied expenses due to new laws and urges fiscal checks. He criticizes 1939 appropriations as unsatisfactory and calls for court appeals to challenge fund allocations. He references salary raises and public accountability in this budget fight. He signs as OSCAR G DUNN, County Commissioner, Feb 9 1939. Dear Editor: In a recent Chronicle Telegram editorial, the editor criticised Thomas R Amie’s Interstate Commerce Commission appointment as Communist. Amie defended his WWI service and Legion leadership. The writer notes historical critiques of Brandeis and argues hope for Amie’s future.
A speaker argues that labeling opponents as fascists or communists will destroy civic understanding. He notes a Wisconsin defeat and calls for fair play, disavowing unjust charges while insisting on presenting real facts about the Interstate Commerce Commission appointment.
The Rev J G Koontz of the M E Church will deliver a Sunday morning message with special music a solo by Miss Helen Nedhardt and an anthem by the Young People's choir an illustrated sermon during Sunday School at 10 o'clock Morning service at 11 o'clock Also Sunday Worship at the Baptist Church at 11 with guest speaker Sunday School at 10 o'clock for all ages Mt Zion Church lists morning service at 10 Rev Waldo E Byers noted as former pastor News notes reference a three act mystery farce Aunt Susie Shoots the Works sponsored by the PTA set for Tuesday evening February 22 in the school auditorium Mrs Roy Brouse opened her home.
Spencer and nearby towns feature numerous church events and community activities. Ladies Aid and Missionary Society hosted an all day meeting with quilting and a covered dish lunch, plus Lenten services begin Feb 22. P T A met recently, Edwin Bush spoke on Scout work, and future Boy Scout troops may form. Seniors from S H S held a bake sale for a Washington trip. Birth announced for Ralph Heilman’s son, with Mrs Grover Heilman assisting. Epworth League held a session at the Methodist parsonage. A Spencer Village Council meeting venue and schedule details noted. Various church services led by Guy Byars and Rev Finley discussed. preparations for St. Louis trip mentioned. Several local businesses to close early on Wednesday and Friday. Numerous visits and illnesses noted among local families. Community members attend weddings, anniversaries, and family events across Spencer, River Corners, Elyria, Avon, and nearby towns.
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