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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1933
Page
5
The Elyria Relief Committee reports relief is now earned by work rather than charity. About 115 men work weekly on street cleaning sewer tasks wood cutting and park maintenance for commissary credit rather than cash pay.
About 309 sportsmen and families from Lorain County and beyond will attend the Lorain County fame and Fish Association banquet at the Methodist Church on Thursday evening January 26. Ohio Chief Conservation officer William H. Reinhardt will speak on Conservation and propagation of game in Ohio. John Mueller of Harrisburg is sought as a guest speaker. The group will show wildlife films and has released 1000 bass in Lorain rivers in recent years. The association aims to improve harmony between sportsmen and farmers. E. B. Walker of Elyria is president.
The Akron Board of Education announced that school teachers in Akron will go on a half pay basis beginning January 27. Teachers accepted the plan to conserve funds instead of accepting full pay while the board’s funds last.
Elyria Kiwanis Club will host its noon meeting at Hotel Newell tomorrow as part of anniversary week. Former Kiwanis Sixth District lieutenant governor Charles White will speak on a Kiwanis history topic.
Robert Agate, dance hall inspector, reported to police that a pocketbook containing $2, two pairs of gloves and other articles from a coat owned by Helen Bates of 213 Beech Street was stolen at a dance last night.
Ream Braegger of 2939 Pearl avenue Lorain was arrested by police for speeding 30 miles an hour on Middle avenue. He is to report to police headquarters today.
Ream Braesger of Pearl Street Lorain was fined one dollar plus costs after arraignment in the mayor's Court this morning for speeding on Middle Avenue.
Keath Cashner of 552 East River street reported to police yesterday that his bicycle was stolen from the rear yard of his home.
The International Society for Crippled Children mourns Sir Robert Jones of Liverpool a renowned English orthopaedic surgeon and longtime society leader. He chaired the professional committee on international relations and contributed to The Crippled Child magazine. British colleagues honored him on his 70th birthday in 1925 with a volume in tribute.
Senator Long pledged to speak again as he disputes Glass and accuses him of misrepresentation and unethical conduct. Glass urged restraint while defending the pending Glass bill despite Long’s sharp criticism and rumors of coalition action.
Rev Samuel Murphy of Akron urged meditation on death and judgment at a Salvation Army revival last night. He centered on Job and his meditation, saying few tasks are harder than prompting people to ponder eternal issues. The evangelist planned to speak again tonight on the topic Remem-
The Columbus Chronicle reports bills and resolutions introduced in the Ohio House and Senate. Highlights include changes to loan interest, interstate transportation permits, gas tax refunding, a racing commission, reduced license taxes, auto registration shifts, teacher retirement funding by teachers, road fund transfers, debt and bond rules, tax payment options, and municipal housing and slum measures. The Senate covers constitutional amendment paths, delinquent tax handling, utility rate reviews, presidential convention delegate eligibility, and other fiscal and governance items.
A plan to issue municipal scrip as a stimulant to trade was considered today after a conference of city officials bankers and business men.
A traveling Englishman visiting the United States told poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow that he had called on him because his country had no ruins to show. The Briton asked, Is this Mr Longfellow. He received the remark with a wry explanation.
The Cleveland Number Four Band is expected to perform, with Salvation Army officers from other cities also expected tonight. The event promises musical appeal and regional turnout.
Pro vigsor L E Yeamans of Oberlin Conservatory will present a memorial organ recital in Finney Chapel honoring Dr George Whitfield Andrews, longtime Oberlin teacher and conductor. The program includes his works and pieces dedicated to Eddy and Mrs Andrews, with a talk on music in education and performances by pupils.
The Nineteenth Century club met yesterday at Mrs. A. Houghton’s East College street home. Papers by Mrs. Lindquist on Science Chemistry of the Household and Mrs. Durand on a book about Thomas Edison were presented. A high school string quartet performed. Mrs. W C Christy hosts next on January 31.
Professor P. D. Sherman of Oberlin College spoke on personal reminiscences from Plymouth England at the Daughters of American Colonists guest night at Mrs Snyder’s Norwalk home. Oberlin guests included Mr and Mrs Durand Georges Dudley and Mr Barden.
The Prospect Street school Parent-Teacher Association will meet Friday evening January 20 at 7 30 in the auditorium. Mrs Miller professor of piano- will address the gathering likely focusing on foundational education topics.
The Elyria Kiwanis Club announces the appointment of 14 committees for 1935. Listed are Agriculture, Classification and Membership, Finance, Inter-Club, Kiwanis Education, Kiwanis Minstrel Show, Laws and Regulations, Music, Program, Public Affairs, Publicity, Reception and Attendance, Underprivileged Vocational Guidance, and more with respective chairmen and members. The long roster includes Ray Wentz, J. E. Betteridge, E. M. Rice, George Colburn, W. O. Zaiser, A. H. West, Harvard Brown, Harold Rorick, Ray Renz, R. G. Rockwood, J. R. Dall, and Dr. Ashe among others.
Several members of the Elyria Business and Professional Women's club attended the county meeting Monday at the Congregational church. Attendees included Miss Gertrude Hunt Mrs Nelle Stevens Mrs Frank Kelkner Miss Ermy Champney and Miss Hazel Worcester.
The Oberlin School of Commerce basketball team lost to the Penn Freshmen in Cleveland 41 to 20 last Saturday night. They were defeated again by Amherst Businessmen 20 to 17 last evening. They face Sandusky Business College tonight and Fen Night School of Cleveland on Friday night.
A busy sequence of meetings and visits fills the region as Ohio business leaders, educators, and club members plan events. The Ohio Farmers Agents Association adds its 42nd annual meeting, while Oberlin hosts lectures and a card party.
Henry Tarnowski sues New York Central Railway for 10000 in damages after his wife Stella Tarnowski was killed by a locomotive on May 9 1932 at Graf ton. Hattie Shubert Elyria granted a divorce from Benjamin Shubert for extreme cruelty. Irene Slauter Elyria granted a divorce from Frank Slauter and restored to Trene Rodgers. all decrees by Judge W B Thompson.
John N. Willys, automobile maker and former ambassador, faces two suits totaling 1.25 million filed in New York by the estate administrator of Miss Caroline Armstrong. The administrator accuses him of converting 1,000,000 in cash and securities and of failing to return 259,000 borrowed, as Willys denies the claims as groundless and defamatory.
Cleveland markets report steady conditions across produce poultry and livestock with receipts listed. Butter eggs and vegetables show firm to steady values while hogs cattle calves and sheep edge varied bids. poultry, turkeys, and ducks hold steady with specific grade ranges. Wheat oats rye barley timothy and clover seed prices are given with noted U.S. Department of Agriculture data.
No. 2 red wheat down 2 cents to 55 cents per bushel. Corn varied with No. 3 yellow 28 1 32 to 29 1 2, No. 2 yellow 29 1 2 to 30 1 2. Oats declined with No. 3 white 20 124 29 to 3 4, No. 2 white 20 3 4.
Chicago cash quotations report January 18 lists butter receipts at 9,796 tubs with weak creamery specials and multiple grade scores. Extras, firsts, seconds, and standards are given with scattered price ranges, indicating market uncertainty.
Charles G Burnham of 648 Broadstreet died at Elyria Memorial Hospital Tuesday afternoon after a brief illness at age seventy two. He lived his life in this city and is survived by his brother Arthur Burnham. Funeral services are at Taylor Funeral Home Friday at 2 PM with Reverend W C Fowler officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Lawn Cemetery.
Ohio legislators filed bills on racing commission under pari mutuel betting if legalized. 32 percent beer tax proposed if Congress legalizes beer. proposals include taxing household goods over 3500 with exemptions, taxing tools and grain, federal reserve act banking coverage for banks, triplicate liability for bank officers, a 5 million dollar highway grant, and a six year plan to pay delinquent taxes.
New London authorities report the death of Mrs Blanche A Knapp aged 58 after a lingering illness. She is survived by husband Fred two sons C R Knapp and Alfred Knanon and daughter Hazel Lawson. Funeral services Saturday at 2 PM at Fitch Funeral Home with Rev C R Bair officiating, burial in Fitchville Cemetery.
Funeral services for the late Lillian Siess will be held Friday afternoon at 1 39 from the family home in South Amherst. Rev. Armin Schroeder of St. John's Lutheran Church will officiate and burial will follow in Lutheran Cemetery in Cleveland.
Allen Derr Wellington dies at his Courtland street home after a week of illness. A Big Four rail road baggage master since 1886, he retired in 1923 and lived with his stepdaughter Mrs. Lillie Buescher of Cleveland since his wife’s death. He is also survived by a daughter Mrs. Ada Williams of New York. Funeral services are set for Friday at 2:00 PM at the Derr home with burial in Wellington.
In a 31 year effort Filipino political leaders here display remarkable persistence and adaptability as they push for independence despite Hoover administration opposition. Observers compare their dialectic skill to Chinese and Japanese tactics, noting the potential impact on regional aspirations and Western political misreadings of method.
Lillian Gray of Elyria obtained a $400 jury verdict against Alice M. Oliver of Cleveland for damages to her car from a February 23 collision on Lake road in Avon Lake village. Roy E. Blersch was not found liable. Judge A R Webber presided.
The J. B. Pearce Company won a $765 verdict against Isaac C. Peters of Elyria in common pleas court yesterday. The suit claimed money due on an account.
Rhodes tells the painter to show him full face to reveal honesty and romance. He notes businessmen would misread him as a smoke-maker and distrust him in finance or politics.
The article notes three achievements: preserving American roots of freedom, uniting a Philippine national core across divisions, and resisting invasion fears. It cites a near two thirds Senate override vote of 66 to 26 and House forecast of 306 to 47, with independence expected at six to one.
A clergyman, using the deaf and dumb alphabet, marries a deaf and dumb couple. A bystander notices the bridegroom’s speech impediment, and reveals the groom is missing the tip of a finger, adding a humorous twist to the ceremony.
A concise observation on marriage by an authorial voice noting that unions are defined by outcomes rather than intentions. The remark underscores unpredictability in partners and life together, suggesting reality shapes marriage more than plans.
Market list shows carrots celery cabbages lettuce parsley and radishes with prices per half bushel or dozen bunches. Endive escarole turnips watercress notated as hot house or hothouse quality with varying prices from 20 to 60 cents per item and baskets priced up to 1.26 dollars.
Lorain County Rabbit and Cavy Association met at the Wojcik home to discuss entries from coast to coast for the Elyria event. The group expects widespread participation and praised the show catalogue while noting A Werygandt of Chicago may attend and Floyd Ellis of Vermilion sought membership.
Page one coverage notes diplomas awarded by H. H. Nye of the Elyria Board of Education with special music. Rev. E. J. Bond offers the invocation, R. C. Maston introduces the speaker, C. P. Shively presents the class. The high school orchestra performs pieces from William Tell to Bach as the procession and recessional, with solos by Jean Little and Raymond Huston.
The article notes ongoing campaigning for the Democratic nomination with E. E. Wilson, Chas. Sartor and William Damm mentioned. A City Auditor contest arises as A. C. Schilleman faces Mason Smith and Jane Bradshaw. Early in the process, several Elyrians consider runs for mayor, with field likely narrowing before primaries.
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