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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1932
Page
5
Chas. E. Butts of the University of Alabama, 23, who pursued life after death, made a suicide attempt and lay near death in a Tuscaloosa hospital as his parents from Governeur New York hurried to his bedside.
Election of 16 Elyria High School students to the Players Club, the school dramatic group, announced by Miss Nina Baker, the dramatic coach. Members include Frances Bennett Anna Broderick Ruth Kaiser Jeannette Linville Helen Rudy Jane Shively Merle Van Oster Robert Anderson Myrog Averbrook Herbert Disbrow James Farie Ronnie Faulhaber Raymond Huston Ralph Marsh Fred Weily Jack West. The club plans three one act plays titled Cabbages a comedy With the Help of Pierette a fantasy and High ness a drama of life in modern Russia. Tryouts for parts are being held and casts are to be chosen soon.
Despite heavy rain a large crowd attended the second night of revival services at the First Baptist church led by evangelist H O Van Gilder. The program opened with gospel singing by the congregation and choir, followed by a tenor solo. Van Gilder spoke on Revelation explaining its focus on Jesus Christ and the end times, emphasizing that the text is blessing to readers and listeners.
C. H. Newman Inc. filed suit against Sam Goodman in Lorain for 166 dollars allegedly due for goods and merchandise.
Julius Margolis of Lorain sues the B and O Railroad for 2500 dollars alleging injuries while loading stores at the railroad warehouse on September 25 1951.
Frank Borer of Amherst was fined $5 and costs by Justice S. J. George after pleading guilty to failing to keep his 17 year old son Leo in school. Charges were brought by attendance officer E. G. Alexander.
Members of the Y-Indus Club approved plans for a swimming party next month and a February 9 trip to Cleveland to attend a hockey game. W. O. McClellan, club advisor, led the meeting during the discussion period.
The city starts a groceries only voucher program through Service Director Fred Underhill for indigent workers hired by the city. Vouchers redeemable by grocers at face value must be presented at City Hall within 39 days. The plan, developed with the Associated Charities and Mrs. P Gilman, aims to provide groceries and work opportunities, with other essentials handled by the charity.
Mrs. P C Gilman of the Associated Charities issued an appeal for help after a family was left with only a mattress and a few chairs. She asked for double beds, springs, a davenport or kitchen chairs to furnish the needy family.
MIKE and KEY Club formed to promote amateur radio held its first regular meeting with 36 members. Officers elected: Morris L. Brown as president, Karl S. Perkins as vice president, and Ralph Cobb as secretary-treasurer. Code classes run 7 to 8 Tuesday evenings with a theory session and discussion to follow.
Funeral services for the late Mrs Anna Dimter 78 were held Monday from St Philomena s church in Cleveland with burial in St Mary s Cemetery here She died Saturday at the home of her daughter Mrs John Barry in Cleveland where she had lived the past year She leaves a daughter and three sons Frank Dimter of Seattle Aloysius of California and Claude at home
The body of Allen Seward Evege of Fuller Road lies at Sudro Funeral Home until Thursday noon then goes to New London for a 2 p.m. service led by Rev. J. Burton. Born in Orangeboro Kentucky he moved from New London Ohio fourteen years ago. Survived by wife Carrie daughter Dorothy eleven, parents three brothers and two sisters.
Joseph Tozlaski died at his Murray Ridge residence at 1 a.m. Wednesday aged forty seven. He was born in Warsaw, Poland. His body was taken to Sudro Funeral Home with funeral arrangements to be announced.
The W C T U gathering at Mrs A S Heim bach on Fourth street featured a varied program by Mrs D M Upter. Captain Ayers of the Salvation Army shared a Bible message and song during devotion as Mayor Van Oster spoke on Christian Citizenship. Five Hamilton school girls performed rituals with the choir, led by Miss McClellan. The mock trial for a seven bow, under the 4 IC T U, and a concert by the Second Congregational church orchestra followed, with Reverend J H Amore and Reverend George C Southwes taking part. The silk flag prize went to the Salvation Army which claimed over one hundred percent membership. Rev Wiseman closed with prayer.
Elite Lodge No 105 I O O F held a regular session with record attendance. The Initiatory Degree was conferred by the Higha Lodge Degree Team under Captain Frank Church. Members heard messages from Dr C J Miller on unemployment and plans were discussed to study the issue with local lodges.
A jury returned a verdict for the defendant in the case of Mike Lopa versus A Smith of Avon Lake in the second common pleas court. The judgment awards $25,900 to the defendant, ending the plaintiff’s claim.
Team No 1 defeated Team No 2 458 to 408 in last night’s match. Individual scores show Hamlin 51 and Southam 54 leading, while Olmstead 53 and Gibson 53 topped Team 2.
Oberlin Business Women's club met at Oberlin Tavern for a January dinner and a talk by Maude Warner about China. Plans for the February meeting include a George Washington Party on February 25 with good attendance and discussion of next month's program.
The History department of the Oberlin Women’s Club met yesterday at Mrs Erwin Worcester’s home on College Place. Mrs F E Jeffery spoke on Despots and City States and Mrs Jennie McRoberts reviewed The Life of St Catherine of Siena. Next meeting February 9 at Barrows cottage with Professor Artz speaking on Humanism.
The Oberlin Exchange club was entertained by the American Legion at a Monday dinner served by the ladies auxiliary at 6 50. About seventy Legion members and guests attended. Don ald Simpson presided as program chair and John Elden, Past Department Commander of Cleveland, was the main speaker.
The Oberlin Travelers seek a tenth win as they face undefeated Apex Club of Cleveland on Thursday January 28 at the high school gym. Cleveland boasts a prior win over Oberlin, while the locals aim to square the season series in a lively matchup.
Elyria Post No. 12 of the American Legion met at the Legion Home on Ohio Street with good attendance. E. E. Bates won the attendance prize and plans were announced for the February 5 district elimination contests at the Antlers Hotel Lorain featuring Wooster Medina Lorain and Elyria. The Early Bird party for dues paid before January 1 was announced, backed by local volunteers. Eddie Herzog urged claims relief via the County Relief Commission as the budget was cut. State Senator Bulkley signaled support for a U S Veterans Bureau Hospital in Northern Ohio while the post also set up a fund for 1932 membership cards for unemployed Legionnaires.
The Oberlin team played Lorain KK of Po at Amherst and lost 25 to 13. Lorain finished strong with ten points in the final three minutes. It was Oberlin’s thirteenth game of the season and their fourth defeat.
The Encampment Rebekahs and friends will host a pot luck supper Thursday at 6 30 PM in the Odd Fellows Hall. Members should bring their anniversals and one more dish. A program honors Thomas Wildey founder of Odd Fellowship. The Vine Rebekah Lodge will present nine Past Noble Grand pins to its Past Noble Grands during this Wildey celebration.
Nearly forty members of the Episcopal church shared a pot luck supper Monday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs Julian F Fabier on Forest street. Reverend Daniels pastor of the church spoke after the meal.
The Oberlin Women's club holds a general meeting Friday afternoon January 29 at May Cortase. Florence Laganke of The Howe in the Sky Cleveland will be speaker.
The Oberlin Chanter Royal Arch Masons sponsor a winter social at the Masonic Hall on Thursday evening January 28. A good orchestra will provide music while dancing and billiards and card games will be available in the club rooms. Masons, DeMolay members and invited guests are cordially invited to attend.
Mrs. Charles B. Ketcham wife of a former Oberlin First Methodist pastor is ill with scarlet fever at her Warren home. Mrs. Frank Charvat recently hosted Miss Georgia Keres of Cleveland as a guest.
The First Savings and Loan Company sues William Briggs and others for 3417 on a promissory note seeking foreclosure of Elyria property. Becket and others sue for 2464 on a promissory note seeking foreclosure of Huntington township property. Nelle Hoffner of Elyria files for divorce from Chester on gross neglect and extreme cruelty. they married in 1929.
The M-2 had been employed recently to catapult an airplane from a submarine and was housed in a water tight hangar. The disappearance of the M-2 occurred just as the Thames, a 1760 ton British submarine, was launched, the 25rd undersea craft built since World War I.
Arthur Cheesman was fined $5 and costs for reckless driving after arraignment before Mayor W. H. Van Oster. Police arrested Cheesman following a collision between his car and K. B. Stouffer’s machine at West Avenue and Ninth Street yesterday afternoon in Youngstown.
Hobart Marsh convalesces after illness. Memberships for H M Hurlhut and Wm Ray Bush presented and accepted with Bush taking the obligation. Chuck Clark reports elaborate Military Ball plans with tickets held by Legionnaires. Local committee aligns with Bi-Centennial aims for the 200th anniversary of George Washington’s birth to be observed at the ball.
United States Steel Corp directors led by J. P. Morgan decided to dip into surplus to sustain common dividends at 50 cents per share for the first time after a loss ridden 1931. Preferred stock dividends remained at 1.75 per share. The year end books show a quarterly deficit of 4.38 million met from surplus, depleting surplus by 15.09 million, the largest quarterly draw in the company’s history.
Amherst Grange Hickory Tree held its regular meeting on Milan avenue. Committees were named for the Washington bi centennial observance set for February 25. A program followed with songs readings talks and musical selections. Luncheon was served by members including Mrs. George Knittle Mrs. Jacob Bechtel and Mrs. Sadie Beal.
U S tuberculosis mortality fell by seven and a half percent during 1939 to 31, reflecting improvements in public health and treatment access across the nation.
A brief aviation report notes passengers feel only a slight rise in altitude during flight with minimal sensory effect and no unusual turbulence reported by the crew.
Readable market note lists prices for poultry vegetables and grains across Ohio and nearby states. Includes potatoes, tomatoes, parsley, parsnips, turnips, watercress, corn, wheat, oats, hay, straw, flour, and mill feeds with multiple grade levels and regional ranges. Notes green Mountain Maine sacks and Idaho russet barge pricing among others.
Hog bids linger around 3400 head with few bids meeting heavies and price drift. Cattle supply heavy with steers and low grade cows weak. cutters and fr ers slide. Calves weaken with most grades down. sheep and lambs slightly lower with best lots holding value.
Local markets list Ohio prices for apples 15 2b per bushel basket 23 40c carrots 2 bushel baskets 40 50c 60 75c Chinese cabbage lettuce 75c per basket horseradish per peck leeks per bunch 12 1 2c lettuce 10 per basket basket counts ill-defined but shows price range and product variety.
A note recalls the two massive urban blazes of the 19th century. Moscow’s 1812 fire destroyed eight thousand homes, while Chicago’s 1871 blaze consumed about seventeen thousand houses, marking defining urban disasters.
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