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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1955
Page
2
The column highlights community clubs and social events led by local women, noting meetings, fundraisers, and small achievements. It lists upcoming gatherings, dates, and hosts, emphasizing civic participation and volunteer efforts by residents.
The engagement of Miss Jean Hecock daughter of George H Hecock to Robert Sheldon of LaGrange was announced at a Rocky River party hosted by Mr and Mrs Foster D Box. The couple meet through family ties and plan a future wedding with no date set.
St. Clair Rebekah Lodge held an open house and installation service led by Violet Olmstead and Helen Six. Officers installed included Hilda Mapes and many deputies, with additional cadre and escorts named. a social reception followed as plans for future meetings and the guest Elyria group were noted.
The Norwalk Ladies Auxiliary of Eagles held a meeting in Eales Hall to accept two membership applications and plan a Feb 21 card party to support the Eagles Memorial Foundation. Bertha Jolson led a white elephant sale for Feb 2 and a sewing meeting, with Mary Prentice, Rose Bowls, and Elizabeth Fitz receiving special awards.
New mahogany backpieces mimic a split large birdcage running the length of a table. Available in wood finish or painted to match decor, these removable picture window decors stand several feet high and can be placed on any table. Some include planters for creeping ivy and knick knacks.
A tidy notice lists births at Elyria Memorial Hospital including a son to Mr and Mrs John Fleming and another to Mr and Mrs Willan Peabody Oberlin along with additional newborns in the area. Discharges include Adrian Oberlin and Raymond Fir St among others, with a scheduled all-day rummage sale noted at 337 Stanford Ave and other listings.
Pioneer Girls of the Explorer group sponsored by the First Baptist were chosen for officer roles Alona evening Ayumi Takawall pilot Janet Westerfeld Jane Walker Tesking world observer These readers plan study programs and service activities for the desk and routines The event mentions Ten Wats on December 20 AD with attendees and activities noted.
Last night the American Gold Star Mothers met at the lesson home with Jessie Perkins presiding. A donation to the March of Dimes fund was authorized and Emma Congwer reported on Christmas treats for Pleasant View Sanitarium. Several members were absent due to illness. Games followed a dessert lunch served by Gavella Ape land committee chair. The group will meet February 45 at 7 30 p.m.
Elizabeth Gordon, a New York sculptor, is commissioned for a bronze bust of Dame Forrestal to adorn a newly launched U S Navy supercarrier. Gordon also designs the Forrestal memorial medal for President Eisenhower. She works from Manhattan and Connecticut country homes, often creating playful nonserious pieces.
Elyria YWCA begins winter term with Artcrafters Dabbler in Crafts Watercolor Painting and ceramics for adults and children. Additional classes planned this month and in February per executive director Mrs Helen Mulholland and the Adult Education Committee.
The Elyria Business and Professional Women’s Club hosted an International Relations committee event in the Wick Room of the First Congregational Church. Members split into seven groups for a world facts quiz with judges and announcer. Plans include a new Health Committee led by Mrs. Norman Roesemann to promote health education and a Volley Ball and dance program. six session gym activities cost $3 with six teams of eight in a league starting January 31.
Evelyn Andrews presents a Chronicle feature on a traditional brown bread recipe. The article highlights classic ingredients and methods, sharing era flavors and baking tips. It emphasizes simple, wholesome baking approachable for home cooks and preserves nostalgic culinary traditions.
A vintage grocery feature highlights citrus in season with grapefruit oranges and tangerines, plus cabbage as a budget pick. Pork cuts and beef liver offer economy buys, while ground beef and eggs stay affordable. Capons remain a weekend lure in some markets. a Brown Bread recipe from Mrs. Cook of Amherst shares a keep-well loaf for three small loaves.
DeMolay Mothers Club members plan a February rummage sale. The iDeMolay Mothers' Club met at Mrs. Josephs Hauswirth’s Eighth Street home where eight members played cards, and dessert was served. Mrs. Kenneth Botamer will host the Feb 15 meeting, with President Mrs. A C Slauter urging all mothers of local DeMolay boys to attend.
St Agnes Altar and Rosary Society members met with St Agnes Mothers Club at St Agnes Hall. Fr John Gallagher opened with prayer and a meeting outlined a February 13 card party..reading of a movie sponsor letter urged support for a proposed law. Various craft and education classes and activities were announced with schedules and fees for roller skating, bridge, interior decorating, glove making, tin painting, minerals and rocks, literature courses, and YWCA programs.
Advertising executive tells of meeting his wife Anne during a job interview. She impressed with her competence and calm. He recalls the rule: know what you will do before you do it. A graceful entrance and exit leave lasting impressions and set up future dates. A week to beauty follows.
New York fashion note links Paris trends to spring housedresses priced around four dollars. Long torsos return with hipline seams in percale broadcloth chambray and stripes and checks, featuring shirtwaist sailor influence and scoop necklines. Short sleeves, long waists, and white collar accents push street wear vibes and graceful line.
The monthly meeting of the Third Order of St Francis is set for Sunday at 2 30 p m in St Mary Church. The Elyria Chapter of the Catholic Nurses council meets Friday at 8 p m at the Elyria Woman's Club with Dr Theodore Finigan speaking on polio and its treatment.
Mary Jensen the Elyria Public Library storyteller chooses four narratives for tomorrow’s story hour in the Longfellow Room at 4 p.m. The list includes Here Comes Daddy The Tertible Finer Nicoderms and His New Shoes and Peter Church Mouse.
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