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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1934
Page
15
The notice lists pricing for single copies at three cents and discounts for carrier boy, seven eighty annually in advance. Mail rates show daily outside Elyria and adjoining counties three dollars per year, within the state four dollars per year.
House accounts committee reveals a rise to 113000 dollars in telegram costs charged to the franking privilege for official messages, up from 50000 dollars last year. Critics link the surge to campaign activity during a political year, noting 80 members drive the increase and warning that nonofficial messages may be charged against members or deducted from salaries.
President Ruthven announced that University of Michigan gifts totaling 349,506 were received during the 1939-34 academic year. The editor notes these donations advance progress beyond campus, aiding education and research that benefit humanity, amid debates on economy and future improvements.
National Bank Underwriters implement a time lock system that limits cash on the counter to 15 percent of a bank’s total, vaulting the remaining 85 percent to a delayed opening. The plan, active in 23 states and now all 50, aims to deter robbers by slowing access. Minnesota reports show robbers finding far less cash due to the lock.
Stamp collectors and post office patrons will welcome a new series honoring National Parks. Yosemite Grand Canyon Mount Rainier Mesa Verde Yellowstone Crater Lake Acadia Zion Glacier and Great Smoky Mountain will be featured in rainbow hues.
A hobo in Illinois wore seven sets of winter underwear in a curious scene. The rest of the piece collects jokes and anecdotes about editors, classic literature, civic lunches, and a comic concert where a singer overran the program, prompting a drummer to exclaim, I’m all in let me out.
Today in history notes multiple events from 1807 1811 1830 1865, Buenos Aires independence and Salvation Army founding. Births listed include Frederick Lewis Allen Dr Andrew E Douglas Eugene L Opie Henry Howard Dwight F Davis Dr Judah Magnes with scattered biographical details from various places and years.
A religious excerpt reflects on 2 Chronicles 9 about riches wisdom and honor. It contrasts divine blessing with selfish use and urges believers to share wisdom influence and resources for others, likening Solomon’s wisdom given to govern wisely.
Anniversary notices list prominent figures with birth and death details. Isaac Hays, David Farragut, P. T. Barnum, Joseph Foraker, William T. Stead, John C. Sheppard, Cel J. Rhodes reflect on medical, military, entertainment, political and journalism legacies, with dates ranging from the 19th to early 20th centuries.
The kitchen of George Washington's headquarters at Valley Forge Pa has been restored to its original form by the Valley Forge Park Commission. The project followed a belief in preserving the historic landmark and its 1777 to 1778 period appearance for visitors and educational purposes.
Commission members noted an open archway between the kitchen wing and the dining room of the house. Examination of 1840 photographs supported the commission’s view, though the archway remained partially described as present in the layout.
The kitchen has been rebuilt and the area restored but remains unfurnished. All original furnishings are missing, leaving a bare space awaiting replacement.
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