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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1929
Page
13
A reflective piece extols ongoing pursuit of future technologies to improve manufacture and daily life at lower costs. It frames research as the path to continued comfort and broader service, cherishing cumulative life wisdom and the hope of greater achievements in aging. Browning’s line is cited to underscore enduring progress.
Dr Niveen described crossing the polar region from Norway toward Spitzbergen with a companion on the Fram. He recalled spending a long winter night in a ice hut after failing to reach the Pole and surviving on polar bear meat. He announced three Graf Zeppelin trips next spring to gather meteorological data and aid scientists.
A Washington dispatch reports that Herbert Hoover will issue an official and social ban on liquor consumption by government officials and Washington society. The move aims to set a constitutional standard, making drinking a disfavored social act and aligning public life with prohibition laws.
The piece argues that aging does not dampen ambition. many seek youth, while Edison and seasoned leaders emphasize looking ahead to future results. It notes middle aged executives hold power, driven by new ideas and efficiency, and highlights Pittsburgh's Mellon Institute of Industrial Research as a beacon of research funding and long study hours.
Secretary of the Navy Curtis Dwight Wilbur, born May 1, 1867 in Boonesboro Indiana, held US Naval Academy and law degrees and served as district attorney judge and supreme court justice before becoming secretary of the navy in 1924. The U S government lists recoveries from naval reserve litigation totaling 47 1347 696 28 plus Pan American Petroleum leases and contracts case cash and properties of about 24 891 449 62 and Teapot Dome judgments of 12 156 245 65 with further sums due and land and improvements acquired including Portsmouth Navy Yard assets and Mammoth Oil company facilities. Prominent birth and death notes include Ernest Renan 1825, Russell A Alger 1836, Ellen Terry 1848, Henry Huntington 1859.
Anniversaries recall Ger Thomas Conwar a soldier of fortune who led a plot against Washington, born in Ireland and died c186. Baldomero Espartero famed Spanish general, died January 9, 1873. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, poet, born in Portland, Maine, died in Can.
Incomplete text fragments show a garbled quote involving a person named Niles Turner and references to a year and a table. The source includes stray phrases about a paper, a mine, a red rag, and a copyright notice by John F. Wilts, with no clear event or context.
Washington column notes ongoing smoldering discontent over the Federal Farm Loan System. It cites officials and senators resisting inquiry, with threats to suppress exposure. The piece argues a real senate investigation is overdue as series of articles probes the issue.
A compact history roundup notes U S Congress assumed jurisdiction over the District of Columbia in 1809, Britain and the United States reached a nonhostility agreement to prevent clashes between Maine and New Brunswick troops in 1809, Ameri can baseball played its first game in London in 1874, and Gen Cronje surrendered to Lord Roberts at Paardebers in 1990.
Prof Irving Fisher political economist of Yale University born in Saugerties New York 62 years ago Ellery Sedgwick longtime editor of Atlantic Monthly born in New York City 67 years ago Alvan T Fuller former Massachusetts governor born in Boston 61 years ago Burton Wheeler U S senator from Montana born in Hudson Massachusetts 47 years ago Stephen McKenna British novelist born 41 Percy A Rockefeller son of William Rockefeller nephew of John D Rockefeller born in New York City 290 years ago
Today’s horoscope warns tact and caution as fortune’s tests arise and minor aspects may hint at success or a quiet life. Several items follow including Santo Domingo’s Republic founding holiday, Pacific Coast Surgical Association meeting in Los Angeles, a Sharkey Stribling boxing bout in Miami, Dartmouth versus Cornell basketball in Ithaca, and the annual Hard Race at Pinehurst NC.
The Chronicle Telegram notes policemen earned high commendation for directing traffic on West avenue from Fifth to Sixth streets and in schoolyards, providing excellent protection to residents and motorists during Billy Sunday meetings.
Dr Fridtjof Nansen Arctic explorer spoke at Finney chapel Oberlin describing early polar work and detailing a projected spring 1950 polar flight aboard a Graft Zeppelin. He noted his role tracking sea ice drift and using a ship frozen into the ice for exploration.
Shelby in New Republic hints at a broad critique of the Federal Farm Loan system. The Coming Scandal by Zeno Putman may shed light on leadership, appointments, and political influence within the 2000 plus employee network. Observers note ties to Congress and rising tensions among farm leaders over civil service status and management.
Oberlin postmaster E G Dick holds valuable early issues of the Evangelist, the town’s first newspaper, printed in 1838 and 1839. The papers, owned by Dick’s grandfather A D Barber, reportedly few in number, recount early Oberlin settlers and include sermons by Charles G Finney, Oberlin College’s first president.
Two games on the card this evening at the high school gym. A 7 oclock prelim between the Oberlin Pirates and the Oberlin School of Commerce reserves precedes the main game featuring the Amherst Wing Club of South Amherst against the Janby Ojl team of Oberlin. The Oberlin Celtics also face the Brownhelm Independents at Brownhelm. The Oberlin College Women's Glee Club performs Friday night at Henrietta High School auditorium to benefit the Henrietta School Athletic Association. member Grace Diddley, a Henrietta resident, is a former Henrietta High student.
The Literary and Social club meets tomorrow at 2 50 with Mrs I L Porter of 295 East College Street. The French club gathers in Sturgis Hall at 4 50 this afternoon to honor the 234th anniversary of Jean de La Fontaine death with a recital of Dans un Ascenseur by students in the French department. Mrs Joe Quinn of South Pro fessor Street has returned home after Cleveland Clinic treatment and shows improvement. Mrs Max Oldfield also returns after Amherst hospital stay. J B Smith of North Pleasant Street takes a new post with Maurice Schubert as radio salesman after selling his stake in Auto-Wash Co South Main Street. Miss Evelyn Burrows weekends with her parents Mr and Mrs J W Burrows of Vermilion.
Members of the Merry Twelve club gathered at Mrs. John Duff on South Street for an afternoon of games and socializing. Five hundred was enjoyed with prizes awarded to Mrs. Walter Shepherd and Mrs. Charles Murray. Guest Mrs. Ire Morgan attended. The next meeting is planned for Tuesday at Mrs. Willis Hines's home.
Twenty two members of the high school French club gathered at Miss Brugsenmeier on South Main street for a business meeting and French framing followed by light refreshments. Faculty guest Miss Mary Shelton attended. An Explorer Nansen lecture at Over Ua last evening drew attention.
Mr and Mrs Fred Greetham received a lovely fruit box from Mrs J Clodwick of Fort Lauderdale Florida yesterday. Mr and Mrs Fred Greethammn and children visited Starry Thorpe family in Nova Sunday. Mrs J G Hlamney was called to Cleveland for her sister Mrs S G Farrars illness. Mrs Talph Rowland has regained strength and sat up for the first time. Mrs Henry Chapman ill with asthma and Mrs Esther Devereaux with the flu. The Martha Mary Sunday school class will meet March 12 at Mrs George Bisbaugh home. Harold Whiteside birthday party last night. W J Powell was in Oberlin on business yesterday.
A baby daughter was born on Tuesday afternoon to Mr and Mrs Guy Fraaier of Vato Street. Mrs J P Gadfield is caring for the mother and child.
The bi monthly Baptist Bible Union meeting slated for the local church Friday has been postponed due to week long Elyria church meetings. Several who attended the Elyria tabernacle favored the local church and will be visited by church officers. Miss Evelyn Conkle of Kent visited east of town, while Mr and Mrs A C McClellan spent Sunday in Elyria for tabernacle services. Rev H K Finley will preach on Secret Sins next Sunday evening with God’s Open Hand the morning topic.
Members of the Philathea class will meet Friday evening at 7 50 at the home of Mrs A B Southard. A program and social time has been planned for that evening. Mr. and Mrs Ben Brouse of Elshia visited Mr. and Mrs M F Williams Tuesday afternoon.
After the Eastern Stars meeting Tuesday evening a memorial service was held led by Mrs. A. H. Binder with Temple chapter officers assisting. Nine members have died since the last memorial, four post officers among them. The service drew Masonic members, Eastern Star spouses, and prompted plans to repeat the memorial at Friday's district meeting in Ashland. Harold Whiteside celebrated his birthday Tuesday evening as sixteen friends surprised him with cards and a birthday supper.
Kipton notes show the Farm Women's Club to meet at Mrs. Earl Rowells on February 21. Several local residents and visitors from Elyria Cleveland Toledo are mentioned, including Dr. and Mrs. Hagerman at Billy Sunday events, Calla Bronson visiting kin, and radio news for Mr. and Mrs. Sabine.
Families from Elyria Willard Oberlin and nearby communities joined Sunday afternoon Billy Sunday services in Elyria and surrounding areas. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Vic Herrmann Mrs Wayne Sigsworth the Lathrop family and many more from the region.
The total value of the Canadian fishing industry for 1923 is about 54 million dollars. This figure reflects the scale of fishing activity and its economic impact within the year, indicating strong production and market activity across contributing sectors and regions.
The inaugural U S aerial mail delivery occurred in September 1911 with a mail drop at Mineola Post Office marking the birth of airmail service in the United States.
The earliest almanac in the country appeared in 1639 issued by William Pierce of Cambridge. This source-note glimpse places Cambridge arts and early colonial publishing in the 17th century.
The habit of snuff taking is spreading across London, with more residents adopting the practice in public and private spaces. Citizens report growing use among tradespeople and gentry alike, signaling a notable cultural shift in daily habits.
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