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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1932
Page
9
Scout Troop 8 met last night in the church basement with ten members. Scoutmaster Leonard Fowls thanked the boys for the play. A hike is postponed due to Washington's Birthday. The next meeting is February 29 at 7 p.m.
Seventeen Navy members and nine from C27 Lorain 93 gathered at I C O F hall for regular business. On March 26 Major General Eberly will present the Shepherd degree in Warner gym Oberlin with Canton Lorain 93 assisting. Oberlin ladies served refreshments after a program led by Gertrude Bryant honoring Washington and Lincoln, then members adjourned for two weeks.
Mrs Ralph Young of Furnace street entertained members of the X A Q Club last evening with sewing and social chat. A refreshment course followed. In two weeks on February 29 the club will attend a theatre party. Miss Label Storer was a guest.
The Susanna Wesley Class G of the First Methodist Church held a tureen supper and planned the annual Mother-Daughter Banquet for April. Members adjourned to meet March 7 at Miss Ruth Ganter's Parkview Court home.
Auxiliary unit 1079 gathered with large turnout led by president Mrs Joseph Metaler Two new members were initiated Akron post involvement planned Judge Walter Wanamaker to lead large Ohio class March first Ashland degree team assists Initiation National Americanization chairmen urged Washington Bicentennial observance Card party planned at Bertha Mulloy home February 29 Box social and dance music by Edward Krugman and Robert Hessler
The Guild of the First Congregational Church met in church parlors for a well attended meeting. The committee reported on philanthropic work and members spent time sewing. Dainty refreshments were served by Mrs Glass, Mrs Moses and Mrs Markham. Another meeting is set for March second.
The Tri Fi Club gathered with Miss Matilda Kappley at the Colonial Apartments for a brief business session followed by a danco with prizes awarded to Miss Bertha Quade and Miss Florence Schwind. Luncheon featured Valentine table décor and plans for Miss Florence Schwind to host on March twenty first.
The Elyria Masonic Chorus announces its annual Home Concert for Thursday evening February 25 at the Masonic Temple. Special rehearsals this week aim to make the event the biggest and best of its kind in the city.
Mrs Muffley and Mrs Bruegger hosted a Valentine party at 118 West Bridge Street where nine children and their mothers enjoyed contests and games. Prizes went to Doris Mae Pelton Russell Schraeder and Junior Emery. Luncheon followed with candy baskets and valentines for each child.
A birthday party for Dorothy Marhaw daughter of Mr and Mrs John Marhaw was held at the Haney home on Columbus Street. Prizes were awarded to Mrs Frank Steger and Mrs Robert Haney among others. A luncheon followed with a green and white theme and a large birthday cake. Miss Mayhaw announced her coming marriage to Arthur Haner with no date given.
Prayerful session at United Presbyterian Church heard scripture from Job chapters 1 and 2. Constitution read and adopted as new member Albert McNanana joined. initiation committee named Clarence Gibbons Walbur Gibbons and Howard Bell. Next meeting set for March seventh.
Miss Mary Gray renewed Swiss Family Manhattan by Christopher Morley for Omicron Sorority last evening in the Evia Savings and Trust Directors' room. A round table discussion preceded the review and the group plans another meeting in two weeks at the same location.
Miss Marian Stetson director of Physical Education at the YWCA notes rising interest in swimming as sport recreation and health. Classes include four weekly swim sessions three clubs an exhibition and life saving courses. Women and children attend Thursday Friday and Saturday sessions with Red Cross lifeguards instructing.
Mrs. C. H. Schultz hosted thirty six young people at a 72 Valentine party. The early part of the evening featured banco with prizes won by Thelma Helfrich and Clifford Schoenfelt, while Julia Keys and Ernest Smithens took consolation. Guests later enjoyed dancing and games followed by a luncheon.
Tonight many local groups hold meetings. Truth Seekers class with Mrs H Telzercow on Adame Street. American Legion Auxiliary. Women of Mooseheart Lesson. Inter Se Club with Mrs J H Wehrhoff on Park Avenue. Girl Scouts. Musical Art Society Italian program at First Congregational Sunday School room. Business and Professional Women's Executive Board at YWCA at 7 15 followed by business meeting. Notawa Club supper at YWCA. Lorain County Lutheran Men's Chorus rehearsal at Grace Lutheran. Elyria Lodge No 103 I O O F. Y-Indus Club at YWCA. Women’s Bible Class of Second Congregational at 7 30.
Elyria VFW schedules a St Patrick’s Car rally for March 21 at Woodman Hall with posts represented and speakers. Five recruits were mustered at last night’s meeting and seven applications acted upon while three Spanish War veterans accepted invitations to attend the Maine sinking commemoration. Initiation set for March 1 at Asian Armory with Ohio department’s largest class to be initiated by Judge W B Warner and Capt Tom Jones with Ashland Post degree team.
Members met at Milton Gross home Kenton Avenue last evening to elect officers: Harry Becker president Bertha Smith secretary Dorothy Altfeld treasurer A backward party is planned at Irvin Evee home Hastern Heights Boulevard Friday February 19 Ruth Rae and Dorothy Altfeld will organize. Post meeting luncheon was served with readings by Bertha Smith and Milton Groza. Next meeting set for February 29 at Iva Pollack Furnace Street.
Mr and Mrs F E Schriver hosted the Lorain County Beekeepers Association in Grafton last night with vice president Frank Mason presiding. George Yost of Elyria reported on Ohio State Beekeepers and Honey Producers Leagues meetings in Columbus. The group will reconvene March fourteenth at an announced location.
The Grand Slam Club gathered at Miss Sylvia Chervenka’s home on Tenth Street. Three tables were in play with Miss Wedora Diliman winning first prize and Miss Tleren Mosny tied for second. A three course luncheon followed before guests left late. The next meeting will be hosted by Medora Dillmen on St Clair Street on a date to be announced.
Louie Wendorf of Darton Ohio, president of the Master Barber Association, will address the Association at Guth barber shop on Mill Street Wednesday evening at eight o'clock. All interested in the association are invited to attend.
Medical claims tout Marmola prescription tablets as correcting a gland deficiency blamed for excess fat. The ad says doctors supply the lacking factor and that fat is shrinking, urging readers to buy Marmola at druggists for $1 and noting a book in each bottle.
Meetings Division C of the Church of Christ will meet at the church Wednesday noon for a luncheon. The Expert Endeavor Class of the Church of Christ will meet on Saturday evening at 7:00 instead of Friday. The Unity Club will be entertained at Mrs. C. R. Barber's home at 435 Sixth Street Friday afternoon February 19. The Laetae Filiae Class of the Methodist Sunday School will hold its regular meeting at Dorothy Rober's home, 230 Denison Avenue.
Admission notes list Mrs. Marie Telzerow at 167 Bath Street Mrs. Barnes R D No 4 Kathryn Hollingsworth 425 Middle Avenue and Mrs. Isaac Bette baby girl at 154 Garvin Avenue with related charges.
Sixteen members of the Wo man’s Home Club gathered at Mrs. Ernest Sparks home on Prospect street. Prizes were won by Mrs. William Cook first, Mrs. Ray McLaughlin second, and Mrs. Harold Scriyens third after games of chance. Refreshments were served by the hostess and Mrs. Chapman. The next meeting will be February 29 with Mrs. Lyle Castle at 203 Hawthorne street.
The Lat-A-Lot club played Dridge last evening at Mrs. Mary Farmer's Adams Street home. Mrs. Margaret Keller won high score and Miss Helen Holcomb second. In two weeks Mrs. Mabel Freeman will entertain the club at her Columbus Street home.
The Athletic Association of the Y W C A led by president Jean Manzo enjoyed a Saturday play night at the Y W C A gymnasium. A lively program of stunts entertained members, and the March meeting will start with a tureen dinner.
Miss Helen Bushwell of Toledo was a weekend guest at her parents home Mr and Mrs C G Buswell of Renyon Avenue. Mr and Mrs C T Winckles arrived in Hollywood California after a South American trip and will stay at 2021 Hollywood Blvd Garden Court Apartments until April first. Mrs Wilson H Blaine of Grant Street attends funeral in Litchfield for Mrs James Bachtell. Mrs Charles Dawier and F J Preston attend George Wait funeral in Medina. Mr and Mrs John Foster of Massillon visit Bellefield Avenue hosts Mr and Mrs Clarence Foster. Willard Karchner at Lorain County Florists dinner at Hotel Antlers Lorain. Mrs M West Adams leaves for New York City Spring buying trip and will return in a week or ten days. Richard Wentz spends semester break from Carnegie Institute Pittsburgh at home. Mr and Mrs Robert Munns of 147 West Bridge Street visiting three months in San Antonio and Del Rio Texas. Mr and Mrs M Robert Clerk and son Robert Jr of Lexington Kentucky guests of Mr and Mrs Sumner Hartwell en route to Chicago. Mr and Mrs J L Beesing and daughter Rhea of Grafton visit J L Krause in Eighth Street. Cir cle Barnes RD No 4 a son born February 15 at Els ria Memorial Hospital. Mrs H J Holcomb returns home after death in Conneautville. Mr and Mrs George Stirk of Brownhelm visit Krause household. Mrs M D Barnard of Amherst and Mrs Anna Fawcett spend time locally. Kenneth Wise of Miller Jones Shoe Co in Columbus for a shoes dealers convention.
Mr and Mrs William France attended their mother Mrs Leona Freeman s eighty third birthday in Wooster. Mrs Mary Haines and Mrs W Foster hosted visitors from Norwell and Bellfield Ave Jay Seymour. Lake Avenue resident Walter A Godfrey travels with Mayor Van Oster to Barberton on business.
Paris fashion notes describe up to date summer belts with jade gold ivory and rhinestone accents. Leather straw and rhinestones show through rings and seams while double breasted coats and fet buttons outfit outfits. Hats helmets with floral ribbons update terraced straw varieties and new sandal inspired shoes appear. Pajamas and beach shorts in red white and blue linen add patriotic touches.
In Teruel Spain Marcos Esteban toured local taverns in Puebla de Hijar and allegedly provided rounds for patrons before his death by suicide by stepping in front of a train.
The supreme authority in Russia is the All-Union Congress of Soviets, meeting every two years and comprising about 2,000 members.
COLLEEN MOORE WEDS AL J Scott a New York stock broker in Miami Beach Florida announcing the retirement from motion pictures By Moore The movies and I are through completely I am now doing things everyone wants to do citing freedom to travel and choose her schedule
Miss Caroline Nausener, a graduate nurse and missionary worker in Cleveland, was refused citizenship twice for refusing to promise to bear arms in war. Federal Judge Samuel H. West declined admission because of her pacifist stance though she would honor other naturalization requirements.
Mise Nacsener, born in Poland and raised in Bremen, Germany, who joined the Pentecostal Church of God, came to the United States in the 19% period and sought citizenship 16 years later after filing an oath dispute that included a religious affirmation.
The Rocky Mountains stretch from the Mexican border northward to Alaska, a vast mountain system across North America. The range traverses multiple states and territories, shaping geography, climate, and outdoor recreation opportunities.
A church sale is planned at the Church of Christ on Thursday starting at 11 a.m. in Tauncheon. Voluntary donations and local items will be available to raise funds for church missions.
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