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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1934
Page
6
Local Wellington notices tell readers to phone Mrs Violet Curtice at 301 Herrick Ave East for delivery service questions and to call Junior Grissinger at 229 Courtland for delivery complaints or missed copies, with a separate number 156 R.
Franklin Jones was chosen president of the Wellington council at the first meeting of the year. Jones has four years of service on the council and on every committee. Robert Walden was elected village solicitor. Mayor Eldo Lehman announced appointments approved: James Sheller street commissioner. Paul Coffin and C. W. Eglin night watchmen. Lyn Coates chief and deputy marshal. Hesigealers OL Weststrcck presented a petition for a sewer on West street, referred to the Sanitation committee.
At a joint meeting Tuesday evening Frank Murray a village council member William Blanchard a township trustee member and Henry B Stevick a citizen were chosen as the Cemetery Board of Trustees for a period of three years.
Pfaff and Morris dominated the Lorain Sokols 51 to 27 on Wellington floor. Harold Prosser led locals with 20 points, Mike Andrews added 12, as the fifth straight win for Pfaff and Morris was secured. In the prelim, Wellington Merch anettes beat New London 22 to 15 with Francis Ramser scoring 14.
The Pfaff and Morris basketball team undefeated so far prepares for a home clash with Amherst Hardware formerly Na bakowski Roofers on the focal floor. Amherst has many wins and is expected to be a strong contender for the locals.
The World War quilt, made in 1920 by the local American Legion Auxiliary, features autographed blocks of Pershing Foch Wilson and other era notables. It includes names of Wellington veterans from the Civil Spanish and World Wars and was embroidered after signing to become a bed spread.
Fourteen men attended the Well ington rifle club meeting at Lyn Coates Service Station Monday evening. John Hanney and Coates were chosen as managers to continue the club begun last year. The group plans to hold a weekly shoot.
Mayor Eldo Lehman reveals the new council committee line up including Finance member Franklin Jones and member Guy Phelp along with other appointees for the municipal body.
Public works names M Pfeiffer C L Hill and Frank Murray to plans for fire water police lights sidewalks and sanitation. Ordinance discussions involve T M Pfeiffer Franklin Jones A B Southard and Guy Phelps with focus on public spaces and utilities.
Mrs A R K Branson hosted a Tuesday afternoon Well ington Sorosis meeting with a book review Mary of Nazareth by Mary Borden and a paper Gene Buck, Creator of Song by E Watters. Mrs Ora Ebersole presented Lady Astor. Gentlemens night set for Herrick Auditorium in two weeks. hostesses Mrs William Wadsworth and Mrs R E Pierce.
Members of the Eastern Stars observed the Candle Light service at their regular meeting on Tuesday evening. Mrs. Belle Smith, newly elected worthy matron, presided for the first time. Thirty or forty members attended and refreshments were served at the Ramser's Grille afterward.
Mrs Grace Hemphill entertained the Past Noble Grand Association of the Rebekah lodge at her home Tuesday evening with fifteen members present. They planned a Chow Mein dinner to be served in the Odd Fellows hall at the next association meet on January 61. Marian McConnell played piano selections as part of the program. The ladies will meet with Mrs Ruth Arndt on February 5.
Ed Wise reports 34 paid up members in Morgan-Dirlam Post American Legion as they aim for a 43 member quota from last year. A social evening series starts in two weeks with Commander E L Hewes past commander Dr R W Falls and Ed Wise organizing the affair.
News reaches that Mrs Lena Greenfield formerly of this place is in Yountstown hospital recovering from an operation. Coach Roy McCormack is reported very much improved in health and may receive visitors at Oberlin hospital later this week.
Mrs Belle Smith, worthy matron, will entertain her officers at a five o'clock dinner at her home on Monday. Helene Critchett and her baby have left Burt Curtice's home to move to Cleveland where Mr Critchett works for General Electric.
The Volunteer Firemen committee met at Henry Wolb's home Tuesday to finalize plans for an invitational dance at Forester's hall on Saturday January 26. Leite Schaffer’s orchestra from Milan Ohio will furnish music. a report to the Firemen organization is set for Friday at the town hall.
New York scene reports dog fanciers and camhophiles sharing odd pet capers at the Lotus Club. A dachshund leaped into walls and caused a near fatal accident. A Norfolk or Albany lawyer’s dog tracked his master to Atlantic City, then vanished and reappeared with duties. A Worcester real estate man’s chow acted shy then hungry, returning after long absences. A savage dog attacked a souvenir shop owner in Grand Central, then led to headlines about the show keeper’s arrest. A madam’s safe checker and a hospital ward scene anchor the urban tapestry as a noted theatre review critic weighs Lennox Robinson’s stage piece and Percy Hammond’s flippant remarks.
Portraits of Victor Moore, Joan Drew, Achmed Abduwilah, Pergy Jorce, Helen Broderick, W A Day, Harpo Marvy, J Harold Murray, Dudley Field Matone, Kenyon Nicholson, and Meredith Olson appear amid social scenes. A Central Park reservoir wall vigil ends the survey with volunteers in uniform.
After adjournment the South Amherst basketball team will host Brookside on their home floor Friday evening.
Members of the Methodist choir are asked to meet at 770 oclock this evening for a full rehearsal at the church hall.
Miss Rose Gentile hosted the Fortnightly Club at her home Tuesday night. The meeting opened with a business session to discuss the club's sears program. A social hour followed with refreshments served to members including Marty Ganok, Marene Mahan, Kathe and Marearet Hammer, Heen Gall, Leann Margaret, Rose Meyers, Vic tora, and Ace Klemen. The next meeting is planned two weeks later at Ethel and Marearn Hummer's residence.
Radio experts recall Mrs Dwight Morrow's engaging microphone debut during a charity drive. She spoke plainly, with composed grace and bright voice, turning down several large contract offers that were later withdrawn.
A garbled account describes an evening meal including bisque omelette coffee and apple pie with cheese and mentions Christmas games and hunting for presents. The text is broken with stray phrases and names like Copsright 1934 and McNaught Syndicate.
Busy social week in Litchfield with visits among families, birthday celebrations, and church activities. Harold Biggs recovering from an operation in hospital. basketball teams played Granger with mixed results. Several residents attending events in Cleveland Akron and Elyria.
At the annual meeting the Cemetery and Park Association elected officers for three years. Mrs Clyde Bradley was named president with Mrs A O Frombaugh as vice president and Mrs H G Hastings as second vice president along with other officers including secretary Miss Helen Smith treasurer Mrs Harry By rnts and assistants. Nine regular and one special meeting were held during the year with an average attendance.
Avon Lake January 11 members of the Women's League met at the Coverredattangat church for an all day gathering. A noon pot-luck dinner followed by a regular business session in the afternoon saw newly elected officers assume duties. Mrs. Perry Taylor received a fern from retiring president Mrs. Wm. Schu maker and fellow officers.
The report lists three individuals, Doris Tomanek Dick Huber and Robert Schueszler, as scarlet fever patients. No further context or dates are provided in the fragment.
A virtuous hostess invited a few friends for Monday luncheon at her home. The afternoon was spent playing cards.
The Avon Lake FP T. A. sponsors its second dance in two months for Saturday evening January 13 at the school auditorium. The Jack Dover Orchestra from Cleveland, which played the previous dance before Christmas, will provide the music.
Mrs Mills of Chicago, who has spent several weeks at the home of her daughter, Mr. and Mrs. L. G. Heider, has returned home.
Mrs. Clarence Weber and her daughter left St. Joseph's Hospital in Lorain and returned home on Wednesday afternoon. Her sister Miss Helen Bodnar of Sheffield is helping care for her.
Mrs Archis Spade Mrs Curtis Duff and Miss Ruth Mitchell attended a meeting of the M M Girls in Lorain Monday evening.
Avon Lake basketball team will face Brighton High at Brighton Friday evening in a scheduled game.
Mrs Elizabeth Sidnay stayed with her daughter Mrs P Justus in Lakewood for a couple days this week. Miss Dolly Reynolds Bill Hull and Norman Anderson attended a theatre in Lorain Saturday evening. Mr and Mrs James Deasy Jr and daughter Lois of East Cleveland visited his parents for several days. Wilson Buswell spent Tuesday afternoon in Cleveland at Miss Mary Rose McDonald s home. Mrs Ralph Williamson of Lakewood visited her parents Ben and Mrs Buswell. Mrs Carl Payne and daughter and Mrs George Vauchen with Mrs C J Snyder attended Harley Mull s home in train Saturday evening.
Severe drought has wiped out food for wild turkeys in Kerrville region. Sheep and goats have consumed most grass and feed, leaving turkeys starving. many are too weak for hunters to kill.
The treasurer’s report shows receipts of 117 and expenditures of 179.61 with balances in the general fund 145.98, endowment fund 1u and trust fund 643. With cemetery work unfinished due to state funding the association must raise funds before spring and invites every woman to join. The next meeting is at Mrs. C. R. Canfeld’s home on Tuesday afternoon February 6.
An advertising notice touts FASTSETEH dental powder for dentures to prevent slipping, reduce embarrassment from loose teeth, and freshen breath. It promotes purchase at Muir's and other drug stores.
Belden news notes Mr and Mrs Joseph Grabenstetter and SOP Biscard Mes Mary peed visited in Cleveland with John Schneider. Numerous Sunday callers include Lucille Wise, Helen Strittmater and Herbert, Clarence Wise, Albert Moehl, and others. Mary Wise returned home after weeks away. Flora Stone Mather senior Marjorie Reisinger resumed duties. many local families hosted guests and attended events.
Mrs Carpenter and daughter of Elyvia called at the William Gest home on Monday. Miss Ruth Wise and Bryn Philips were Saturday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Charles Wise. Walter Kennedy of Medina was the dinner guest of William Law on Friday. Charles Wise and A L Wise left Tuesday for Cham reign NL for a few days. Mr and Mrs William Law and Ros attended a party at Ray Spieth’s home on Saturday. The next regular P T A meet will be held Wednesday evening January 17 with Mrs Lucille Rawson present to speak on duties as North Central District director. A contest featuring old hats will award prizes for largest smallest practical widest and most comical data. Everyone welcome.
House Speaker Henry T. Rainey of Illinois has flown extensively since March, logging over 12,000 air miles to defend the Roosevelt program. Speaking engagements span the country as he promotes New Deal policies.
Reports show Buffalo residents crossing the Peace Bridge to Fort Erie Ontario as liquor prices rise locally. The cross border traffic increased from about 200 to 300 percent after repeal, boosting Canadian sales and deterring domestic trade.
A cane made from a window shutter washed ashore at Falmouth, Massachusetts by W A Burch is linked to the City of Portland steamer wreck in 1898 after a winter storm. The artifact connects a local resident to a historic maritime disaster.
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