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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1940
Page
6
The notice lists a three cent per copy price set by a newspaper carrier boy with options at 1 dollar and 0 cents per week or 35.18 per year in advance. It notes a mall daily outside Elyria in Larain and adjoining counties at 4 dollars per year, with additional rates for other areas within Ohio. Dated Monday February 12 1940.
A reflective piece honoring Abraham Lincoln on the 131st birth anniversary. It recalls his humanity, leadership, faith in America, and enduring legacy, noting how public perception evolved after his death and the enduring lesson of his life for the nation.
The article marks thirty years of Boy Scouts in America and lauds the movement’s service to the nation. It highlights the twelfth scout law, A scout is reverent, as a core American value and a guarantee of freedom, urging all Americans to live by it.
A congressman tells constituents that Congress will likely be asked to decide on joining the European conflict within a year. He blames propaganda from foreign speakers and insists the U.S. bears no obligation to fight or topple Hitler or Stalin. He urges preserving American ideals and using influence abroad through example rather than arms.
The Albion Recorder argues against urging President Roosevelt to run again, noting presidents elected in 1860 1880 1900 and 1920 died in office. It warns that endorsing a candidacy could invite dire consequences, and concludes the newspaper will stay out of the campaign to avoid causing trouble.
Collated notes recount notable birthdays and anniversaries from colonial figures to modern leaders. Included are Cotton Mather Thaddeus Kosciuszko Peter Cooper Abraham Lincoln Myra Bradwell John Morrisey Benson J Lossing and Myra Bradwell with dates and brief biographical pointers along with historic events dated from 1733 through the mid 20th century and oblique references to several contemporary figures.
Today’s reading notes strong executive ability and diligence, describing a genial native who may struggle with ambition to reach higher positions. It urges a determined effort to shake off apathy and push forward through personal exertion if a clash is needed.
A sermon on Acts 2 37 41 argues against forgetting sin. Peter calls for repentance and baptism for forgiveness and the Holy Ghost. It urges facing sin squarely and following penitence as the right path, to be continued in the rest of the week.
A flurry of visits and greetings fills the week from Berea to Ridgeville. Among those seen were Ella Rundle and son Clyde visiting Carl Rundle, Mrs. Mary Marsh of Eaton ill, and Clair Howard drilling at Berea Brick and Tile for blasting. Clergymen, neighbors, and extended family from Cleveland to Strongsville joined in Sunday calls at various homes.
North Russia notes Mr and Mrs R H Keighley of Oberlin were Sunday guests at Harry Groson’s. Mrs Anna Berg returned Thursday after visiting Cleveland with her daughters Mrs Will May and Mrs Harvey Lipshue. Mr and Mrs George Lang of
Local groups announce meetings with the Ladies Aid Society at Mrs Leo Martins on February 14 and the Parent Teachers Association on February 13. Community members attend the Farmer's Institute in Elyria, while plans for Methodist Sunday School events are shared. Also noted is Douglas Gibson’s Mardi Gras trip, winter damage reports in New Orleans area, and residents visiting relatives in Detroit Houston and San Antonio.
The luxuriously appointed car that carried President Lincoln's body was built by the United States Military Railroad at Alexandria Virginia to transport him to and from Civil War front lines. The car housed all available conveniences. The funeral cortege gained the Pioneer car by George M Pullman, which required wider platform and bridge clearances. Tomorrow Russia's Ruler in an English Shipyard.
Chestnut Ridge were Sunday guests at Ed Schramm s with Mrs Harry Gibson hosting the North Russia Needle Guild for Thursday dinner and sewing. A three year old, Richard Dietsche, fell from a car door, fracturing his skull and was treated at Memorial Hospital Elyria. he remained conscious with a fair recovery chance. Rosemary Brownhelm and Mary Stastney of Lorain visited the Knittles on Saturday. Mrs Howard Dayton of Pittsfield spent Wednesday with her father Frank Bechtel. Mrs Mary Wendt and Winnie Hall visited the Cooks Sunday for Wendt s birthday. Mrs Mary Flock shown gradual improvement after two weeks in bed. Charles Bechtel of Grounhelm visited relatives midweek.
Mrs Ralph Yates and her infant daughter return home from Elyria Memorial Hospital as Mrs William Ruth and her daughter also leave the hospital.
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