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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1939
Page
8
In Florida and the Caribbean, the retiring Ohio governor spoke of a fulfilled ambition to enact more and greater laws than any prior administration. He accepted a $3600 automobile gift with plate MLD as fifteen speakers praised his tenure and leadership as he prepared to depart.
In Oroville California Mrs Lottie Nail 64 claims to be the youngest great grandmother in the United States. Her daughter Eva Myers is 43 and granddaughter Lucille Baney is 16. A religious reflection follows with verses about Christ's companionship in service and the call to evangelize the world.
A political editorial argues against ongoing deficits and higher federal spending. It condemns the Roosevelt administration for pursuing a deficit era, urging the nation to live within its income, pay debts, and defend democracy without expanding the national debt. It criticizes political rhetoric and predicts growing opposition to lavish spending.
The British Lord Chamberlain aims to end the debutante racket that ties young women to costly court presentations. Advertisements in the London Times seek paid chaperones for top debutantes, with parents risking up to 15000 dollars per presentation. Critics say government oversight could curb private racketeering and protect the monarchy from being used for profit.
United States plans for 1939 include visits by King George VI and Queen Elizabeth of Britain and Crown Prince Olav with Crown Princess Martha of Norway. The Norwegian pair will tour April coast to coast, stay in Hyde Park on April 26, and attend exhibit ceremonies. The king and crown prince are first cousins, with Olaf active in state affairs and winter sports.
A Montreal chain store manager, H Paquette, and his family were dining when a partridge crashed through the window and broke its neck. He investigated the scene behind the counter to confirm the mishap.
A fragmented anniversary list notes Stephen Decatur and other figures, including Dinan Mery land Ded as, founder of Robert College, and Captain John Smith. It mentions events from 1778 to 1932 and includes births, deaths, and notable deeds across years, with brief biographical touches and cross references to battles, inventions, and institutions.
In Columbus on December 5 Governor Martin L Davey told about 2000 supporters at a testimonial dinner he has no plans for the future in politics and is not a candidate for anything. He warned that "the crimes can go to hell" and pondered what fate awaits the "old fire horse" when the fire bell rings.
Canberra reports the federal government seeks 900 recruits to grow its air force while Victoria alone has submitted 4000 applications. This surprising level of interest highlights high public engagement with the expansion plan and national defense needs.
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