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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1925
Page
11
The Woman's Civic Club hosted a January guest day with 200 attendees. Norman Angell spoke on Democracy and the Main Street Mind, urging voters to apply intelligence to political problems for freedom and happiness.
The Church of Christ held its annual meeting last evening with singing and prayer led by Pastor W L Burner. Officers and department heads reported finances and work, including a total receipts of 6078.86 with 1541.72 to missions, and building fund separate. New officers and board members were elected, and the Pollyanna Class closed with a short program before refreshments by the Ladies Aid Society.
James Smith, new head of Division C of the ef Christ, presided over a Wednesday afternoon session at Mrs. Bert Wise on George MR. He, with Mrs. Wesiness, led a review of the year’s work and treasurer’s report. Plans were made for a cafe and refreshments for members at the close. Meeting will be held later with Mrs. C. A. Barth ens Besievars on.
Mr and Mrs Fawn Hamilton hosted a lively radio party at their home honoring guests Mr and Mrs Frank Nichols of Cleveland. Three tables of five hundred were in play with a top score by Mr and Mrs A C Joslyn. consolation prizes went to Mrs Frank Nichols and A C Joslyn Sr. Guests included the Josl yns, John Sinegar, Mrs Howard Cowen and son Carol, Ray Joslyn, James Breaney, and other local couples from Oberlin Lorain and Cleveland.
Marriage licenses issued for Eugene Jordan 26 porter and Nanle Murphy 24 of Elyria with Rev Gray officiating. Lowe Beee 77 assembler and Meee Bors 20 of Blytte listed with a place designation. The Deager 38 laborer and another partner aged 50 from Lage are noted in the record.
Tonight includes church meetings at 6 30 p m and 7 p m electing 1925 officers. DeMolay and Sons of Veterans Auxiliary hold sessions in local halls. Sir Paul Dukes lectures at Elyria High School Auditorium under the Teachers Club. Elks host New Year dance at Elks Hall as various clubs convene citywide.
Grace Lutheran Church members held a surprise party for Rev. Harry C. Muhly at the church last evening. The program featured vocal selections by Mrs. Harvey Gotro, Miss Marie Kimble, Mr. Lang, and Leonard Krugman, short plays by the Young People and Junior Societies, and gifts including a birthday cake and a rocking chair. Refreshments followed.
Mrs William Birkline entertained Grenwood Street residents and members of Who's Who Club at a birthday surprise luncheon for Mrs Ed Kershaw and Mrs Grace Keyes. Valentines decor set a festive table with two large birthday cakes. Cards followed the meal with winners named as Mrs Harry Swindling, Mrs Ed Kershaw, Mrs Harry Smith and Mrs Walkden. Each guest of honor received a Pyrex baking dish and other gifts from the club.
Circle No 9 of the Methodist church met at Mrs. Gus Erickson’s 1039 Grant Street with Mesdames Richards Carson and Foreman. A bazaar report pleased members. Elizabeth Dickson sang two solos and Miss Erickson played two piano pieces. Refreshments followed. Cordrey to host February 11 at High Street.
The Ladies Auxiliary No 441 of the Eagles Lodge met in Eagles Hall with strong turnout. Margaret Conrad resigned as second solar bearer, Agnes Blythe appointed as successor, card party plans and officer installation for the next meeting night on January 28 were announced. Refreshments will be served and all members urged to attend. Also noted are the Rainbow Girls Orchestra formed by Elyria Lorain girls Carol Lewis, Geral dine Lewis, and Maurine Struthers, and visits from Mr and Mrs Irrank Nichols of Cleveland to Mr and Mrs Fawn Hamilton.
The Royal Neighbors of America will hold a regular meeting tomorrow evening at 7 30 PM to install new officers and serve a luncheon. The Home Guards of the Methodist church meet Saturday at 2 30 PM, and the Methodist Choir rehearses and elects officers tonight. The Welsh Male Choir meets Saturday at 8 PM at St David's church Lorain for Misteddfod prep in Akron February 21. open to nonmembers. The Women's Civic Club Education Department hears Oberlin educator Friday afternoon in Gates room First Congregational church. Mrs David Troxel of Washington Ave will sing.
The MCC Clu met at Mrs A L Hainey Pros pect street with twelve members. Card games awarded prizes to Mrs H Lewis Mrs A L Rainey and Mrs Charles Fees. Gentlemen's prizes went to A L Rainey W Shaver and Charles Fees. Dancing, music, and lunch followed. Next meeting January 28 at Mrs H Lewis's home.
A musical program in Cleveland arranged by Mrs. Winifred Parks of West Avenue is to feature her as vocal instructor at East Technical High School. Parks will perform as soloist conductor of the Girls' Glee Club and serve as accompanist. Jacky Dickason sustained a left arm injury while coasting yesterday on River Street.
About twenty five members of the Woman's Relief Corps traveled to Lorain yesterday afternoon where the Lorain Corps officers were installed by the local president Myrta Kent. Resisting officers included Colorbearer Adella Pankof Hattie Worcester Mattie Gott Neva Rankin conductor Dorothy Short and musician Charlotte Lewis.
The Golden Jubilee Banquet of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union will be held Friday evening at the YMCA commencing at six o’clock. Around three hundred members have signified their intention to attend, and the program promises to be very entertaining.
Members of the Amaryllis Club gathered yesterday afternoon at Mrs. Hiller’s 661 Washington Avenue Lorain for cards and sociable fun. Honors went to Mrs. Oscar Schonbacher Mrs. Orvin Beker Mrs. Jack Leslie and Mrs. Charles Reichert. A sumptuous dinner followed at five o'clock and plans were made to meet again January 21 at Mrs. Jack Lansway’s 619 Dewer Avenue.
A group of friends surprised Mrs George Burke of Butternut Ridge on her birthday. Guests included Mr and Mrs Charlies McDaniels and families, Mr and Mrs Bernard Fiske, Mr and Mrs Joe Gerhart and families, Mr and Mrs Emil Wiiske and families, Mr and Mrs Harvey Thomas and families, Mr and Mrs William Voshall and families, Mr and Mrs Ray Burke and families, Mr and Mrs Frank Yonker and family, and Mike Cuprak.
Mrs. H L Johnson hosted Gladiola Club members on Eleventh Street yesterday afternoon. Eight games of pedro were played with prizes to Miss Vena Freeman, Mrs. Horace Beaver, Mrs. Harold Brown, and Mrs. Hurd. Mrs. Bishop won the door prize. Refreshments followed. Mrs. Horace Beaver invites the group to meet at her Cleveland Street home in two weeks.
Miss Mary Seward hosted a bridge party at her Fourth Street home last evening in honor of Miss Martha Strack whose marriage to Marsh Guerin is planned for February. Prize winners were Miss Lucille Nestor of Cleveland and Mrs. Edmund Stack of Lorain. Mrs. Stack received a shower of gifts. Mrs. Mary Jones and Mrs. Elizabeth Lloyd are visiting relatives in Cleveland today.
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Mrs. Conrad Ernst visited with L. J. Hones of Amherst on Tuesday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. John Daley hosted several families including Henry Wolczikowski and A. L. Frederick and families, also Tuesday. Chauncey Smythe of Columbus Street stays at the Hotel Chatham in New York City.
Extra lady sought for Friday night dance at Carlisle Grang Hall with Cook's orchestra. Last minute seating available for attendees and dancers.
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