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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1931

Page

9

Sunday Evangelistic Services at First Methodist Church

Tomorrow evening at 7 30 the First Methodist Episcopal Church hosts a series of Evangelistic Sunday Evening services in February led by Minister Dr. Piper. Music directed by Robert Moore features Evangelistic pieces. morning worship includes Wachs Hosanna and Buck Rock of Ages with a Mozart offertory. Attendance last Sunday reached 764. Epworth League meets at 6 30 with Leonard Fowls leading New Frontiers of the Enterprise and performances by Katherine and Eleanor Highgate. all young people invited.

First Methodist Episcopal Church Piper Robert Moore Wachs Buck Robert T. Moore Mozart Guilmant Wagner Gabriel Davis Reynolds Church School Epworth League Leonard Fowls Katherine Eleanor Highgate

Attendance Aims To Reach Five Hundred At Bible School

Last Sunday four hundred nineteen attended the Bible School at First Baptist. Officials seek five hundred this Sunday. Classes start 9 45 with worship at 10 45 led by Rev R T Ketcham returning from Charleston. Sermon Engraved On His Hands. Anthem On How Amiable by Dudley Buck. Morning organ numbers Andante Tranquillo Sage Adagio Bargier Second Senato Finale. Evening service at 7 30 with gospel song led by EF A Yost and choir performing A Prayer by H Engelman. Organ numbers Elevation Cantilene Cantabile positude Choral with Variations Rinck.

First Baptist Church R. T. Ketcham Charleston West Virginia Dudley Buck Sage Bargier Guilmont EF. A. Yost H. Engelman Walter Davies Faulkes Pierne Positude Rinck

Meetings of local women groups planned this week

Past Presidents of the Women’s Relief Corps will meet for luncheon at Mrs. Mytta Kent’s home next Wednesday. Lorain County W C T U executive committee will meet Tuesday February 3 at 10 am at Mrs. Clarence Adams corner Third and Middle. luncheon at noon. Various church and club groups schedule meetings, dinners, talks and activities for early February including the Ladies Catholic Benevolent Society charity bridge, First Congregational Guild, Elizabeth Stevens Society at 5:30 pm with Grace Newman speak, Ladies Missionary Society work meeting with supper at 6, and Neighborhood Bible Study Class sewing and study sessions.

Women's Relief Corps Mytta Kent Lorain County Clarence Adams Third and Middle Avenue Nellie M. Hill Ladies’ Catholic Benevolent Society K. of C. Hall Guild of First Congregational Church Thelizabeth Stevens Ladies’ Misionary Society of the Baptist Church Baptist Church Literary Club Edith Harris Eastern Heights Boulevard Sam Baird East Avenue

Local Personal News From Elyria and Nearby

Misses Dorothy Wilcox and Bunny Gillis dined and theatered in Cleveland. George Johnston of Ontario and Chauncy Griswold of Pittsburgh visited Elyria. Lawrence Webber and Kate Mastin spent weekends in Columbus and East Broad street respectively. Mrs. R. A. Cline’s death noted in Barberton. Births announced at Elyria Memorial Hospital for a daughter of Walter Hange and for a daughter of William Griffin. Several residents visiting Cleveland, Toledo, or Tampa for events and visits.

Dorothy Wilcox Bunny Gillis Cleveland George Johnston Ontario Canada Paul Wellert Cleveland Street Chauncy Griswold Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Lawrence Webber Columbus Street Columbus Ohio F. P. Crosse Eighth Street W. F. Jordan Mentor B. J. Taylor Park Place John Robinson Twelfth Street Toledo Arthur Croley First Congregational Church Leslie Maddock Howe Street J. M. Gregory Jean Chase Street John Justin Beebecourt Tampa Fla F. M. Shelton Springfield James van Duren Middle Avenue

Cast Chosen For Play Nine Elyria High Students

Nine Elyria High School students have been chosen for the Garrick Club's annual play Cappy Ricks to be presented in the high school auditorium Friday evening March 13. Cast includes William Connelly Alden P. Ricks Betty Nilsen Florence Ricks Gertrude Borie Aunt Lucy Robert McWilliams Matt Peasley Fred Culp John Skinner William Witt Cecil Pericles Bernard Ezra Porter Edward Singleton Robert Kaiser Brookfield Olive Schwemler Eileen Murray. The selections come from 45 auditioning students after a special tryout for Eileen Murray. Additional parts were filled in later tryouts held Wednesday and Thursday.

Elyria High School Cappy Ricks Garrick Club Nina Baker William Connelly Alden P. Ricks Betty Nilsen Florence Ricks Gertrude Borie Aunt Lucy Robert McWilliams Matt Peasley Fred Culp John Skinner William Witt Cecil Pericles Bernard Ezra Porter Edward Singleton Robert Kaiser Brookfield Olive Schwemler Eileen Murray

Varied Programs Arranged for City Parent Teacher Meetings

City Parent-Teacher Associations plan a busy first week with talks on projects like the Happy Child Institute set for February 17 and 18. Elyria groups host lectures on the Passion Play, Founders Day, health, safety and education topics, with multiple meetings across McKinley, St. Agnes, Gates, Garford, Roosevelt, Franklin, Jefferson and Hamilton associations.

Happy Child” Institute Elyria Ely Parent-Teacher Association R. R. Bevard Oberammergau Germany Switzerland Austria McKinley Parent-Teacher Association Ruth Piper Charlotte Kershaw R. H. Harrison Fulton St. Agnes Association Allen Parent-Teacher Association J. Mills Gates Parent-Teacher Association Dorothy Jones Garford Roosevelt Franklin, Jefferson Hamilton Franklin Association E. J. Howenstine Harriet Hubbard Jefferson Group L. Bailey Hamilton Association

Neighborhood group events and meetings listed for Monday

District No 12 Bible Classes meet with Mrs R C Baird 20 Sev enth street at 2 00 Commodore Club at the YWCA Fidelis Class with Mrs Florence Shatter Guild of the First Congregational Church at the church Merry Makers Club with Wilma Huber Cleveland street Wv F W and Auxiliary dance at Woodmen hall District No 6 Bible Classes meet with Mrs T C Whitmore 336 Harvard Ave Ladies Auxiliary and Canton Lorain meet in I C O F hall Workers Conference of the Church of Christ meets Ely Parent Teacher Association meets Chevalier Lodge Knights of Pythias meets McKinley Parent Teacher Association meets

R. C. Baird Seventh Street Comraderie Club Harvard Avenue Ladies’ Auxiliary Canton Lorain I. C. O. F. Hall Workers’ Conference of the Church of Christ Ely Chevalier Lodge Knights of Pythias McKinley Parent-Teacher Association

Music program at Church of Christ for anniversary events

The Church of Christ at Second and Chapel presents a 7:30 evening service with a quartet including Miss Marjorie Rossiter and others, featuring Schubert and Sweeney works. Morning sermon by Mr. Fowler on Is God Dead, plus Bible School, Junior Church, and a 3:00 prayer meet ing to honor Christian Endeavor’s fiftieth anniversary. A county Christian Endeavor banquet Friday at 6:30 with Helen Welshimer as speaker.

Church of Christ Second Chapel Streets Marjorie Rossiter Gabriel Mrs. Baird Mr. Smith Ackley Paul Wainwright Simper Jesus Sweeney Miss Rossiter Mr. Wainwright Darius Jones Fowler Bible School Wim. Hill Christian Endeavor Evangelical Church Reed Avenue Sixth Street Lorain Ohio Intermediate Christian Endeavor Walter C. Smith Christian Endeavorers Helen Welshimer

Elyria Hi Ys Dance Tonight at Spring Valley Club

The senior Hi Y's host a dance at Spring Valley Country Club with fifty couples reserved. Guests of honor are graduates from Elyria High School January class.

Spring Valley Country Club Elyria High School

Calverts and Timms Headed to Florida Today

Mr and Mrs Harry Calvert and Mr and Mrs W B Timms depart for Florida today leaving from their home city.

Harry Calvert W. B. Timms Florida

Former Mission Study Club Member Reviews Book

About sixty members and guests of the Mission Study club at First Congregational church attended a dinner hosted by the Goodwill Bible class. Adele Brown chaired, assisted by F. M. Phelps and Floss Klopfenstine Lucy Freese Elizabeth Freese and Laura Van Wagnen. A Gandhi article read by Mrs. James Van Dusen and a review of The Magnificent Obsession by Luther discussed by former member Mrs. F. M. Shelton. New member H. W. Pond joined the club. Next meeting set for February 27.

Mission Study Club First Congregational Church Goodwill Bible Adele Brown F. M. Phelps Floss Klopfenstine Lucy Elizabeth Freese Laura van Wagnen Gandhi F. N. Smith California James van Dusen Luther F. M. Shelton Springfield H. W. Pond

M. M. C. Club Meets at Alma Rogers Home

The M. M. C. club met at Mrs. Alma Rogers on Thirteenth Street with three guests. After the business meeting five hundred provided entertainment and prizes went to Mrs. Joe Rogers first, Mrs. Oscar Koehn second, and Miss Florence Wolf consolation. Luncheon gifts were given to Mrs. Charles Crosby. Next meeting set for February 20 at Miss Myrtle Struck’s Columbus Street home.

M. M. C. Club Alma Rogers Thirteenth Street Joe Rogers Oscar Koehn Florence Wolf Charles Crosby Myrtle Struck Columbus Street

Re Elect Officers of A F F W Club

The A F F W Club was entertained at Mrs Cassie Haverstick’s Lincoln court home with nine members present. A luncheon followed, then a regular meeting elected last year’s officers to new terms: Mrs Cassie Haverstick president, Mrs Carrie McGrath vice president, Mrs Annie Rothe financial secretary, and Mrs Rhoda Barr recording secretary. A social pour closed the session. next meeting set with Mrs Walter Watts on the last Friday in February.

A. F. F. W. Club Cassie Haverstick Lincoln Court Carrie McGrath Annie Rothe Rhoda Barr Walter Watts

Mar anatha Class Elects Officers At East Avenue

Twenty six members of the Mar anatha Class of the First Baptist church met at the East Avenue House to elect officers for the coming year. Hazel Mower was named president with J H Crumley as vice president, Mrs. Robert Cops secretary, Bernice Haines treasurer, and Julia Jackson missionary treasurer. The group approved a five hundred dollar annual missionary budget and the serving lineup included Crumley Mower Wise Bates Rowley Haines and Jackson.

Maranatha First Baptist Church East Avenue House Hazel Mower J. H. Crumley Robert Cops Bernice Haines Julia Jackson Crumley

East Side Guild Elects Officers at St. Andrew's Church

Mrs J E Betteridge hosted the East Side Guild of St Andrew's Church on Park Avenue with assistance from Mrs R A Osborn. Officers elected include President Mrs Ralph McDonald Vice President Mrs L R Taylor Secretary Mrs R G Smith and Treasurer Mrs Robert Rice. Mrs Earl Taylor reported on the church periodical club and a groceries shower will aid a needy family. Next meeting slated for two weeks hence.

J. E. Betteridge Park Avenue R. A. Osborn East Side Guild of St. Andrew’s Church Ralph McDonald L. R. Taylor R. G. Smith Robert Rice Earl Taylor Church

Mrs Stillwaugh and Frances Visit Grandmother in Detroit

Mrs William Stillwaugh and her daughter Frances Caroline travel to Detroit to spend the weekend with Mrs Agnes Wiers, the grandmother, at her Third Street home.

William Stillwaugh Frances Caroline Detroit

Christian Endeavor Golden Jubilee Meeting in Lorain

Lorain County Union marks the Golden Jubilee with a gathering at Emmanuel Evangelical Church Lorain on the topic Christian Endeavor Past and Present. An International headquarters paper covers the history, with local speakers Mrs Yontz R S Waldort and Kenneth Barton. Music includes a trombone solo Raymond Brunger vocal solo Mrs Clayfield and a quartet Rogers Rodgers Erwin Bates Kenneth Barton Corliss Miller.

Lorain County Kenneth Barton County Union Raymond Brunger Elyria Holy City Mrs. Clayfield Lorain Rogers Rodgers Erwin Bates Corliss Miller

Church School at Nine Thirty First Sunday Morning

The first Sunday of the month gathers the entire school in the auditorium for morning worship with prompt arrival urged. Morning Worship at 10 45 features Rev. Wm Muir Auld continuing a series on Spiritual Religion. Musical numbers include organ pieces, a choir Sanctus, a They That Trust in the Lord selection, and a Gloria postlude. High School discussion at six in the parlor and a seven o’clock rally marks the fiftieth anniversary of Christian Endeavor.

Muir Auld Clokey Frey Gloria Seyfrind Christian

Elyria Men s Bible Class Meets at Rivoli Theater

The Elyria Men s Bible Class gathers at 9 30 am in the Rivoli Theater on Broad street with J W Brandt leading the largest delegation last Sunday. Tomorrow President Jas A Hewitt will preside and open with America and prayer, as Ralph Staden leads singing with Clare Short at piano, and Bud Bathory and Arthur W Fox provide violin and piano music. The Bible lesson is Matthew 5 4 The Second Stone in the Formation of Character with Gospel of Matthew books distributed to attendees.

Rivoli Broad Street J. W. Brandt Jas. A. Hewitt America Ralph Standen Clare Short Bud Bathory Arthur W. Fox Matthew

Delightful Party Honors Joyce Gregg Before Baldwin Wallace

Mrs Eric Chapman hosted a social at the Hedges to honor Miss Joyce Gregg who leaves February ninth for Baldwin Wallace College. The evening featured a musical program by the Chapmans and Mrs H Gregg with violin duets and piano solos, toe dancing by Constance Chapman, and a reception with bridge games and a luncheon.

Eric Chapman Joyce Gregg Baldwin-Wallace College Thayer Chapman H. H. Gregg Virgil Waite Arthur Giles Betty Chapman Constance Chapman

Girl Reserve Recognition Service Held by YWCA Unit

About sixty five girls took part in the Grade School Girl Reserve Recognition Service in the YWCA Gym on Friday night. Parents and friends attended the candle lighting ceremony as the girls joined the organization. The program featured music flag salutes and verse interpretation of the Girl Reserve Symbol with advisors and older girls assisting.

Young Women’s Christian Association Girl Reserve

Regular Church Services at La Porte Methodist Church

Regular services at La Porte Methodist Church conducted by Rev A M Bosler with Sunday school at 10 15 a m Ray Jackson superintendent Preaching at 11 20 a m and a 230 p m choir program at The Home for the Aged led by L C Brevoort with Mrs Roy Robson pianist The program includes anthems solos duets and choruses and features Mrs J E Dewhurst Dan Jones Elmer E Humphrey and Mrs Chas R Miller plus selections by the Brevoorts and the church choir Benediction by Rev A M Bosler.

la Porte Methodist Church Ray Jackson A. M. Bosler L. C. Brevoort Amrs Roy Robson Brander J. E. Dewhurst Jesus Dan Jones Chase Muller O. H. Pitkin J. Lincoln Hall Elmer E. Humphrey Borowski Muldred Brevoort God Ivory Palaces Chas. R. Miller Lt. C. Brevoort

Stewardship of The Gospel at United Presbyterian Church

The church sets a 10 43 a m sermon on The Stewardship of The Gospel as part of Christian Stewardship. Bible School at 9 30 a m features Jesus the Great Physician from Luke 4 31 to 5 39. Stewardship Study at 6 30 p m discusses Making Friends by Means of Money from Luke 16 1 13. Wednesday Bible Study and Prayer at 7 30 p m covers The Door and The Veil of the Tabernacle Exodus 26 31 38 36 37.

United Presbyterian Church Jesus

O E S Officers Host Valentine Gathering

The O E S officers and executive committee with their spouses and guests, about forty in number, met in the Masonic dining room last night. Tables formed an U shape were decked with red and white Valentine decorations. Seven tables of bridge were played while others enjoyed various games. Much credit for the success goes to Mrs E R Vestal the new Worthy Matron.

Masonic E. R. Vestal Mairon

Birthday Surprise Honoring Bernice Squire At Home

Mrs. Harlan Squire hosted a birthday surprise last evening at her residence honoring Bernice Squire. Guests enjoyed dancing and prize awards went to France O Malley, Bernice Squire, and Eleanor Dunn. A two course luncheon followed at prettily decorated tables in green and yellow. The guest of honor received many gifts.

Harlan Squire Bernice Squire France O’malley Eleanor Dunn

Jolly Sixteen five hundred club meets at La Grange road

The Jolly Sixteen five hundred club met last evening with John Fitzpatrick. Seven games were played. First prize went to Lucile Spaeth, second to Jack Diedrick, third to William Reinders, and fourth to Marion Squires. Lunch followed. Next Friday’s meeting will be with Miss Genevieve Segka of Lorain.

Jolly Sixteen Five Hundred John Fitzpatrick la Grange Road Lucile Spaeth Jack Diedrick William Reinders Marion Squires Genevieve Segka Lorain

Choir Members Honor Director Sidney Boynton

The Second Congregational Church choir held a surprise party in the church parlors to honor director Sidney Boynton. Families of choir members attended and the event featured games and refreshments. A fountain pen was presented to the guest of honor.

Second Congregational Church Sidney Boynton

Blinzley Hostesses Honor Detroit Nieces at Bridge Night

Mr and Mrs O H Blinzley entertained last evening for their nieces Misses Carolyn and Dorothy Kamosis of Detroit Michigan. Bridge and pedro provided diversion. High score went to Ben Bittner and Irene Blinzley while Jack Foley and Agnes Wykrent were consolation winners.

O. H. Blinzley Carolyn Dorothy Kamosis Detroit Michigan Bridge Pedro Ben Bittner Irene Blinzley Jack Foley Agnes Wykrent

Institute convenes in New London for Norwalk Epworth League

The mid year gathering of the Norwalk District Epworth League meets at New London First Methodist Church today and tomorrow with Dr. A. E. Piper of Elyria as banquet speaker. The schedule lists registration, multiple class periods, recreation, a banquet, pictures, devotions, and worship services led by William C. Pautz.

Norwalk Epworth Leggue New London Goodnight William C. Pautz Institute T. Otto Nall Karl P. Meister Elyria Harold Lancaster

First Congregational C E Reunion Planned For Sunday

A genuine reunion of former Christian Endeavor members is planned for Sunday evening at the First Congregational church. The event will mark the fiftieth anniversary of Christian Endeavor with an exhibition of records and programs. Endeavorers from everywhere are invited to attend and bring any relevant materials.

Christian Endeavor First Congregational Church

Hostess at Bridge Party for Club Members

Mrs. C Burket hosted a bridge party at 170 Beebecourt last evening. Winners were Mrs. A Jahrauf and C Burket first and Mr. and Mrs. Harry West as consolation. A luncheon followed. The club will meet in two weeks with Mrs. C Collier at 208 Harwood Street.

C. Burket Beebecourt A. Jahrauf Harry West C. Collier Harwood Street

Admissions and Discharges List Including Augusta Travel

Admissions include Mrs William Hecock of La Grange Mrs Ben Morley of 1291 East Avenue Mrs William Griffen of 1509 East Arehue Genevieve Williston of 239 Gates Avenue Discharges list Anthony Vandersommen of 614 Lodi Street Mrs Roy Heldebrandt baby boy 355 East River Homer Day and sister Ethel Mae Day of 417 West Tenth Street depart tomorrow for Augusta Georgia return about June 1 Frank Moody of this city pledged to Sigma Phi Epsilon at Ohio State University.

William Hecock la Grange Ben Morley East Avenue William Griffen East Arehue Genevieve Williston Gates Avenue Anthony Vandersommen Lodi Street Roy Heldebrandt East River Homer E. Day Ethel Mae Day West Tenth Street Augusta Georgia Frank Moody Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity Ohio State University

Carlotta Barnard Promotes Wednesday Singing Classes

Cleveland teacher Carlotta Barnard announces Free singing trials at Day's Music Studios located at 8367 Broad St. To join call 2860 for Wednesday sessions aimed at radio singers.

Cleveland Broad St

Fashions By FRANCES PAGET Sees Trousered Evening Wear Gain Ground

New York fashion reviewer Frances Paget reports that formal trousered evening outfits are appearing at private social events with conservative styling. Two trends emerge: a net skirt with long net pajamas and an elaborately seamed crepe rama skirt divided. The outfits are non freaky and mark a notable shift in acceptance and prestige for evening pajama looks, signaling a major couture development in southern wear.

New York

Detroit Teachers Plan Work for Big Convention

Detroit school teachers, hosts for the National Education Association Convention February 21-26, are finishing final preparations. About 15,000 delegates are expected to attend, with around 40 subsidiary organizations holding their annual meetings.

Detroit National Education Association

Pedro Buneo Prizes Lunch at Woodmen's Hall

A prize lunch event featuring Pedro and Buneo is planned for Tuesday evening February 3 at Woodmen's Hall. Residents are invited to attend and participate in the community gathering.

Pedro Buneo Woodmen’s Hall

Mediums Mrs Hulda Smith and Ford Fryberger Held at 330 Broad

Mrs Hulda Smith and Ford M Fryberger church mediums were advertised for Sunday evening at 330 Broad where they likely conducted seances or spiritual services.

Hulda Smith Ford M. Fryberger

Downtown programs train pupils for varied performances

Schools prepare a city wide event with 3,500 pupil musicians in orchestras bands and chorus. A 175 member teachers chorus and an 80 piece orchestra will join offerings as all space in downtown hotels is filled. Pupils from elementary to high school are being trained for the programs.

One Sought Youth Other Sought Food

In Le Panto Arkansas a youth visited the Red Cross relief office seeking work. He introduced himself as Bob DaLeon and was playfully asked if he was a descendant of Ponce De Leon. He quipped that while Ponce sought the Fountain of Youth he seeks the staff of life.

Modern and Old-Time Dance at The Hedges Sat Jan 31

A community dance event at The Hedges on Saturday January 31 features modern and old-time dances. Attendees welcome with live music and guidance for all skill levels. Proceeds support local programs.

Elyria Eagles Hall

Small farm orchards urged to boost rural incomes

Dr. E R Lloyd, noted southern agronomist, recently urged small orchards on farms in this territory to raise farmers earnings. He cited Christmas greeting cards in odd sizes as a factor linked to a large post office deficit of 358 million dollars.

Memphis E. R. Lloyd

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