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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1936
Page
4
The Chronicle Telegram editor asks F A Weaver to supply a return address so they can contact him. The letter lacks the sender's address and the editor requests it to proceed.
Bernard A. Westerlund, a native of Sweden, failed of naturalization in Marysville California because he knew an AAA decision had been made but was unclear what it concerned.
No one was injured after an automobile left the road and the car was hoisted back to the road before drivers got back in and drove away.
The piece critiques Congress silver purchases, arguing the program failed to raise prices or exports, hurting U S trade with China and enriching hoarders. It cites Russell Weisman and Morgenthau, urges repeal, and accuses officials of chasing silver politics while China shifts to a paper currency.
The Supreme Court ruled that the government has the power to build Wilson Dam under war powers and to aid navigation, and to sell the power produced with transmission lines to a fair market. The TVA's background includes multi state control, flood and erosion management, and defense uses, with Muscle Shoals nitrate plant part of its aims.
The text discusses Isaiah 49 50 and Paul quoting in Antioch Pisidia showing prophecy of a servant called from the womb to restore Israel and be a light to the Gentiles. It argues verses about Israel and future restoration may not map to the church and warns against over spiritualizing prophecies. It ends with worship and sacrifice.
The article explains rules for deducting bad debts from gross income. A debt must be deemed worthless in the taxable year and charged off in books if kept, with a statement attached to the return supporting the deduction. Reasonable business judgment can allow the deduction when recovery is unlikely. The burden rests on the taxpayer to prove the debt was worthless. Court ac-
23 years ago a proposed gerrymander would place Lorain County in a district with Erie Huron Sandusky and Seneca counties and would total about 226 162 people. Catherine Bath 86 resident of Lorain County for 62 years died after a fall at her Lake Avenue home. Lorain County set a state record at its agricultural extension school drawing 231 farmers at the Masonic Temple surpassing the prior 214.
William G. Sharp, ex United States ambassador to France, today refused an invitation to join one of the two Democratic members of the Ohio Board of Administration, saying he deserves a rest after 11 years in public life. Petitions to annex eastern Carlisle Township to Elyria will be circulated soon among residents of the area.
Charles Brandon Booth, renowned lecturer and social welfare expert, will discuss Flaming Youth and Its Problems at the Open Forum meeting scheduled for Sunday. Booth is noted for analysis of youth culture and social issues.
A new bus service between Elyria and Lorain begins March 1 after the Cleveland Southwestern Railway discontinuation on February 28. Buses will follow the same route as the former electric cars. A House bill in Washington includes a $105,000 appropriation for a new Oberlin post office building.
By tradition since 1928 a world wide novena will be held at Saint Joseph's Oratory Montreal from March 10 through 19. People send intentions to Saint Joseph's Shrine Cote-des-Neiges Montreal to be placed before the statue. Medals and a novena leaflet are sent on request.
The text explains that proving debt worthlessness is optional for the taxpayer. Before full worthlessness, a partial loss deduction may be claimed if a bond, mortgage, or note will not be paid in full upon maturity.
A chronology of birth and death anniversaries includes George Peabody born 1735 in Peabody Massachusetts died in London 1869, Harriet Farley born 1817 in Claremont New Hampshire died 1907, Octave Chanute born 1832 in France died 1910, Ida Husted Harper born 1851 in Indiana died 1931, Jean J Jusserand born 1955 died 1982, Andres Zorn born 1960 died 1920, Martin Luther died 1546, the 1793 Chisholm versus Georgia decision, Jefferson Davis inauguration 1861, Madero captured and killed 1913. Charles M Schwab noted as a steel leader born in New York City.
The Tax Commission of Ohio announced a new ruling requiring all sellers of tangible personal property to collect the Ohio sales tax. For sales from January through February, sellers must collect the full tax or report all taxable sales to the commission by March 15, including purchaser name, property sold, and total selling price.
The United States Army Recruiting Service seeks 100 new volunteers in Cleveland in the old post office building. William A Hart announces enlistment for Panama and Fort Hayes. Applicants aged 18 to 35, single, with good character, will enlist for three years.
A roundup of notable figures with birthday anniversaries including Wendell J. Wilkie born Ellwood Indiana 44 years ago Oscar Odd McIntyre New York City columnist 52 years ago Jimmy Durante born New York City 42 years ago Rev Robert N Spencer Kansas City bishop 59 years ago and others from New York City Wellsboro Pa Plattsburg Mo Hartford Conn and Glasgowbury Conn in mid century roster of distinguished birthdays.
The passage describes a person with a royal bearing and strong persuasive power, an incisive argument style, and natural leadership. It suggests potential as a capable lawyer or military officer, noting a talent for guiding others despite limited wealth.
Mr and Mrs J G Sullivan and two guests fell from a five foot embankment on a Maryland highway in their new car. No further details given.
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