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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1933
Page
3
Chicago on July 3 saw wheat futures rise over four cents per bushel with July at 98 cents and May near 1.08 a bushel as deliveries closed above 1.00. Upon early highs of 98 1 2c and 1.01 1 2, the market halted at noon to clear a surge in activity driven by the Bull movement in grains. Corn and other grains also advanced sharply amid the volume surge.
Elyria firemen rushed to the single midnight blaze at Roy E Benton’s garage 112 Seneca street damaging a large roof section and an automobile while also injuring the home roof at 801 West street. A separate Saturday night fire damaged an office awning on the fifth floor of Elyria Savings and Trust building caused by a cigarette drop with minor damage to a fourth floor awning.
William Walker of Stop 19 Lake avyeuwue reported to police that his Jersey cow was stolen last night in a local animal theft case.
William Cecil 28 of Lorain and Charles Littner 26 of Lorain are charged with assault after two Elyria girls, Helen Kelley 16 and Virginia Sadler 22, swore warrants in Justice Petro’s court. The accusations allege attempted attacks while riding with Cecil and Littner near Amherst yesterday afternoon. Deputies Paul Chapman and Ed Monroe arrested the men this morning.
A heat prostration was reported at 6 p m Saturday when Grover Brink of South Prospect Street collapsed at the intersection of Wurstcourt and Cedar Street. Police said he was taken to Memorial Hospital for treatment.
A tire was stolen from a truck parked at General Industries Company and a battery was taken from the car of James Bellamy on Seneca Street in a Sunday morning police report.
Donald Hawley reported to the sheriff's department that the metal parts of a plow were stolen Friday night in Huntington Township.
J. W. Penrod of 111 Robson Court was bitten on the left side by a dog Saturday near his home. He reported the incident to police.
A Columbus Cleveland Buckeye Stages bus overturned five miles north of Vernon Ohio on the CCC highway early Sunday. Three people were killed and 26 injured, 11 seriously, when the bus veered onto the soft shoulder, dropped over a 10 foot embankment while passing another car. The dead include Arthur K. Bankhardt, 24, of Cleveland, an Ohio State University graduate student, and Miss Josephine Vachuska of Cleveland. and an unidentified man about 35.
Hollywood reports Douglas Fairbanks Sr and Mary Pickford head toward divorce unless Fairbanks makes immediate overtures from Europe to restore peace at Pickfair their $400000 home. A wire from Fairbanks demanding Mary assume all expenses ended three years of pretense. Mary Pickford confirmed a separation and possible sale of Pickfair, citing incompatibility.
A concise reflection on true freedom as the discipline of impulses by the guiding power of thoughtful judgment rather than immediate desires. The idea emphasizes rational control and moral consideration as the path to genuine liberty.
United Press reports list 12 killed across Ohio incidents. Bus rollover near Mount Vernon killed three and injured 26. Victims include Arthur Bankhardt and Josephine Wachuska of Cleveland, Chester Cobb of Dayton, and others in Lorain, Toledo, Cincinnati, and near Sidney.
Readiness and routine define the three group camp season at Vermilion River. Elyria boys, part of a W C A program, endure a packed day from reveille at 7 to taps at 9, with Bible study, crafts, league games, swimming, and meals, plus free hours for self chosen activities before evening colors and campfire.
The escape of two Grafton prison farm trusties occurred at about 10 39 pm Saturday. Superintendent C C Blumen schen kle reports police and sheriff departments were alerted to find Edwards and Weeks who had been sentenced for automobile thefts and had served 30 months.
Miss Ruth Ann Combs of Cleveland married Leland Campbell of Cleveland at the home of Mr and Mrs George B Dale in Oberlin. The ceremony was performed by Reverend Courtney with about thirty five guests. The couple will reside in Cleveland.
B F Parke, formerly of Oberlin and a resident of Elyria, died Saturday night at Elyria Memorial hospital. Brother E H Parke lives here. Funeral services at Taylor Funeral Parlor Elyria Wednesday morning at 19:30. Burial in Westwood Cemetery Oberlin.
Miss Lois Alexander returns home from Herrick cottages at Mitwanga. An interdenominational missionary meeting of all Protestant churches in Oberlin will be held at the First Baptist Church on Wednesday July 5 beginning at 3 p.m. A report of missionary activities in each church will be given. Everyone is urged to attend. Miss Louise Webber will be in.
Amelia EB. Frank aged 57 died at 6 10 this morning after a two month illness. Born in Cleveland June 5 1876 she had lived in Elyria twenty years. Member of First Methodist church. Survived by husband George two sisters Mrs Arthur Fow of Berea and Mrs Easa Powers of Toledo and one brother Frank Ody of Seville. Friends may call at her home until Thursday when body will go to Sudro Funeral Home for services Thursday at 2 00 p m Rev Edwin Kirby and Rev E J Bond officiating. Burial in Woodville cemetery Berea.
The obituary lists daughters Frances Yvyenne and Wilma Ernestine two brothers Ernest Parke of Oberlin and Bry ant Parke and a sister Mrs Ella Badgers of Oberlin. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 10 30 A M from Taylor's Funeral Home with Rev R E H Neighbour officiating.
Miss Charlotte Brooks announces summer hours at Elyria Library. The facility will close at noon each Wednesday during July and August.
Robert W. Wyler sues Alex Kamler and others for 4429 dollars alleged on a promissory note. Foreclosure of a mortgage on Henrietta township property is requested. Samuel Coleman of Oberlin sues Walter F. Nash of Russia township for 1350 dollars for injuries from an auto crash on Leavitt road on April 29.
Howard Roe filed suit against Telkor Inc for 3416 alleged due on an employment contract and 2036 for sneria work, according to a petition on file in common pleas court today.
Mrs Hattie Sanders died at her La Grange home Sunday afternoon after a six weeks illness. Born December 5 1856 in Russia township she lived in Lorain County all her life. Survived by husband Fred H Sanders two daughters Mrs Roy Pearce of La Grange and Mrs Chester Doncaster of Elyria five grandchildren four great grandchildren. Funeral Wednesday July 6 at 2 00 from La Grange M E Church with Rev Virgin Jump officiating burial in La Grange cemetery.
Elmer A Severns aged 49 of Valley City died Sunday at Elyria Memorial Hospital after a three week illness. Survived by widow Lena, mother Margaret Severns of Coshocton County, Ohio, two daughters Mrs. Ray Smith and Lula, Harold and Gerald at home. Born in Coshocton, member of Church of Christ at Brunswick. Body to be moved to Ray Spieth home in Valley City Tuesday for calling. Funeral from Church of Christ Brunswick Wednesday with Rev Draper officiating. Burial in Valley City.
Mrs. Carrie Kane 61 wife of Hugh Kane died Sunday night at St. Joseph's Hospital Lorain She leaves husband father Merrill Hilliker and served as chairman of the Relief Committee of the King's Daughters and head of the local Red Cross Burial from late home Wednesday at 3 05 with services Thursday at North Collins New York Dr Recard to officiate
Charles Stearns 75 of Elyria died Sunday afternoon at 2:40 at his home after six years illness. Born in Indiana Ohio he lived much of his life in Elyria. Formerly with Western Automatic he was a member of the Second Congregational Church and the I O O F lodge for 52 years. Survived by widow Ida a son Ralph Toledo and a brother John North Star Michigan. Funeral Wednesday 2:00 at Nichols Funeral Home with Rev C F Wiseman. burial North Murray Ridge cemetery with Odd Fellows leading.
Wellington July 3 William T Bauhoff died suddenly Sunday evening at 9 00 His widow Bisile survives along with a daughter Betty and sister Mrs Henry Lester of Canton He was connected with the Wellington Monument works for 29 years The funeral will be Wednesday at 10 20 from his home with Dr Record in Wellington cemetery.
B French Parke of 611 East River Street died Saturday evening at 8 20 at Elyria Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Born in Murray Indiana on December 18 1885 he lived in Elyria seven years and worked as a delivery man for Waltonlee Company. Surviving are his widow and two ...
Pre school children in Amherst who are taking their immunizations against diphtheria will receive their second injection at 9 30 a m Wednesday at the schoolhouse. The notice is issued by Dr H R O'Brien Lorain County Health Commissioner.
A concise reflection on evolving scientific education noting that only a Newton could trace the reasoning once taught, while today every science graduate is expected to master it. The remark contrasts past feat with present curricula, suggesting a shift in intellectual standards and training.
Chicago July 3 UP Kidnapers holding John Factor known as Jake the Barber promised to give instructions for payment of 75000 ransom for his release. Factor's son Jerome 15 reported a call from a man claiming to be one of the kidnappers, asking to have 75000 in small bills ready tomorrow morning. Jerome, Northwestern University student, said the caller spoke in a cultured voice and that no cash progress had occurred over 56 hours since the abduction.
State tax on gasoline funds schools as Whittemore Intangible Tax proceeds aid delinquent taxpayers. Ackerman beer law passes. A proposed prohibition repeal vote is urged. Unemployment insurance dies in Senate. Emmons racing commission bill takes effect. Two year foreclosures moratorium allowed. Ward Curtis bond issue debate ends with Curtis defeat. Waldvogel bond bill lets municipalities share in federal works program funds.
Provisions had been made to aid the injured and homeless as a hurricane struck. Heavy rains and whistling winds caused the center to hit around midnight plunging the city into darkness and flooding. Police and soldiers patrolled streets. injured were taken to hospitals and stations. the baseball park was demolished as two story buildings collapsed. Rivers overflowed as weather reports warned the storm would pass over the province by 3 am. Communications with Pimar Del Rio were severed.
Market sketches for Cleveland with steady butter eggs and poultry prices. Livestock mixed with cattle steady, calves active and steady to lower, sheep strengthening with spring lambs fetching $6.50 to $6.60, hogs rising and selling around $4.70 to $4.75. Includes Michigan potatoes at about $1.90 per 100 pounds and various beef and dairy product quotes.
The Elyria Chapter American Red Cross reported October 24, 1932 to June 1, 1933 on raw cotton distribution. It details yardage received and sewn, ready made garments, and total persons aided, with city and township breakdowns and key volunteers.
The notice provides commodity quotes for wheat No 2 and No 3 yellow and red, corn No 2 yellow and No 3 yellow, and oats No 2 white bids with varying fractions and price levels. It reads like a grain market sheet with short price ranges and quality designations.
The Associated Charities the Parent Teachers Association and the Salvation Army commend cooperative work distributing entrusted goods. In townships 363 women sewed under supervision and 724 volunteers aided Elyria area relief, with thanks to A L Werner and Guy Nichols for freight handling and delivery.
Grafton Grange will hold a regular meeting Thursday evening July 6. Eaton will present their program at this time. A good attendance is desired. Refreshments will be served.
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