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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1931
Page
12
Forty Lorain County Four H clubs will compete in August for county and state honors at the Ohio State Fair. A county team will demonstrate a project in ten minutes with judging by Mrs. Pen and others on August 19. One girl will be chosen for the style revue and one or two for demonstrations to move on to state competition.
A one day fire inspection program planned for Elyria September 24 under Ohio Fire Prevention Association auspices. The review will cover public and semi public buildings including city and county offices, schools, churches, and stores. State association field staff will direct the inspection with post inspection hazard elimination recommendations. A luncheon at First Congregational Church aims to feature T Alfred Fleming, former state fire marshal, as speaker.
Harold Clarke of Zanesville was cited for driving while intoxicated on Hast avenue. Patrolman Milton Obitts observed the danger and Mayor James A. Hewitt fined Clarke $190 and costs and suspended his driving privilege for nine days.
A hen in Selma adopts a newborn kitten and raises it in her nest, visiting the kitten even after the owner moved it to a box, causing a notable fuss among onlookers.
A new method for treating facial palsy claims to cure without affecting connected or associated muscles outside the face. The approach focuses on facial nerve pathways and muscle groups involved in facial expressions, seeking improved outcomes with fewer systemic effects.
Tickets for the Shrine event are now on sale at all Elyria banks. Local residents are advised to purchase early as quantities may be limited and the sale supports the community fundraiser.
An OTC treatment promises headache or neuralgia relief in 36 minutes while also addressing a cold on the first day. It claims to ease malacia symptoms in maree inys and promotes 665 Salve for baby’s cold as part of its product line.
Julian Ty Cleveland spoke at Hotel Newell noon session on confidence as the root of the current business downturn. He cited erosion of real estate and securities faith, pondered Hoover moratorium impact, and urged cautious hope as the nation eyes Europe again. Adelbert Haubrik joined as a new member. attendees included Howard Ziezler and H. Waerren. Albert Highgate won the attendance prize.
Horace Earl Bartlett died at home in Pittsfeld township at 7 45 pm Thursday after a brief illness attributed to exhaustion and heat. He was born January 5 1881 on the family farm and lived there fifty years. A breeder and judge of thoroughbred sheep, he married Alma Berg July 2 1902 and leaves daughter Thelma, brother Clyde and half sister Mrs Grace Farrar. Funeral at Community Church Pittsfeld Saturday 2 20 pm. burial Westwood Oberlin.
A deputy sheriff entered a residence as a fellow officer kept a guard dog from lunging near a man inside. The action followed a reported disturbance and resulted in the confiscation of the suspect. Local authorities provided no further details on charges or outcomes.
Harrisburg reports a widening teacher surplus after 2,749 graduates from the 14 state teachers colleges. Of these, 2,017 are certified for primary and secondary teaching and 732 for high schools, reflecting expanded workforce supply.
Principals listed include Torain and Mrs Stevens of La and Onte Pa Mrs Della Williams and Miss Pearl Neiding with Mrs Helen Lr and Mrs As nes Felkner and Mrs M E Osmer along with Mratverne Dale and Mrs Mildred sser of Oberlin
Mrs Mary Alice Burgess wife of Frans C Burgess died at their South Main street home after a ten month illness. Born in eastern Maryland September 27 1877 she had lived in Oberlin for 15 to 20 years. Survived by husband son David mother J C Hocking sister W H Runyon and O N Richards. Funeral set for 2 PM Saturday at 346 South Main Street.
Reverend George D. Burke of Sacred Heart church leaves Oberlin for St. Francis church Medina to assume a new pastorate. He is succeeded by Reverend George M. Dunnerle, longtime assistant at St Peters Cleveland. A farewell party honored Burke with a gold purse amid parish gratitude.
By those whom he has served during his two years in Oberlin. The fragment reflects gratitude from local officials and peers, noting continued collaboration and respect earned through his tenure. This brief item emphasizes his lasting ties to Oberlin and the community.
The Republican Women of Lorain County will hold their annual luncheon Tuesday July 14 at 1 PM at Oberlin Inn. Mrs Herman Portman vice president of the Lorain County Republican Executive committee is in charge. Mrs Elsie Bennett Wilson president of Ohio Council of Republican Women will talk on Republican Policies. Mrs Busch of Elyria will report on the state meeting in Columbus. Speakers from Akron and Wooster will also attend. Reservations must be made by Monday noon.
A prenuptial shower was held on East College street honoring Miss Nelle Osmer who will wed Vernon Stevens of La Grange this month. Hostess Myra Walls assisted as lawn decor featured Japanese lanterns and bridge games preceded refreshments. Guests included Mrs. Marjorie Smith Mrs. Catherine Naw Mrs. Mera Walls and Mrs. Pearl Neisner.
Mr and Mrs D Clifford Jones of Weedspornt New York announce the marriage of their daughter Mars Elisabeth Jones to John Allen Wheeler of Akron. The wedding was solemnized in the garden of the bride's home on Saturday June Boion bride and groom are graduates of Oberlin College class of 1929. They will reside at Cuyahoga Falls after a motor trip in New England.
The Mt. Zion Baptist church inaugurates the third season of Vacation Bible School with staff changes. New teachers Miss Mary Roger and Miss Fredonia Robinson join Miss Edmonds Booker Miss E. Glenn and superintendent Mrs. Mcfadden. Miss Ethel Seames assists with exercises and drills while Miss Burener, back from Honolulu, leads devotional services.
Miles Heights mayor Johnston will address Mr Zion Baptist Church this evening at six. He is described as the only colored major in the country and a Christian statesman of great merit. Public urged to attend.
Mr and Mrs C R Summers returned from Hamilton Ohio where they attended a meeting of the department council and department association Auxiliary of the Patriarch Militant of the IOOF. Mrs Helen MacEachron and sons visit Cherlin Beach cottage. Miss Elsie Summers stays with sister Mrs Wilbur Hanewalt Akron. others spending summer at cottages and homes in Wakeman Cherlin Beach Georgian Bay and California.
Henry T. Doherty head of Cities Service sues the Kansas City Star in Jackson County Circuit Court for 12.909 million dollars. The action names the Star Publishing Co and editors as defendants with six counts seeking cumulative actual and punitive damages.
Anton Ule petitions Lorain County to restrain taxing authorities from collecting excessive taxes on his Siawthorne and Lith streets property alleging a $1000 value and five year assessments near $1523, noting assessments made before a building. Marjorie Eggleston seeks divorce from Frank Eggleston for gross neglect after three months without support. couple wed August 21 1930. Martha McClelland files for divorce from J Stewart McClelland in Oberlin in 1925 alleging extreme cruelty.
Bertha Painter granted a divorce from Clinton Painter on gross neglect of duty. She regains Jones surname and receives custody of their child. Judge W. B. Thompson issued the decree.
The Citizens Home and Savings Association of Lorain filed suit against Albert Czreliath and others for 2975 alleged due on a promissory note. Foreclosure of Elyria property is aids.
Chichasha Oklahoma greets Wiley Post and Harold Gatty after their record flying journey around the world. About seven thousand locals line the streets in a joyous reception with tributes from Indians and 39 tribesmen, Post’s parents on stage, and a dance and beadwork gifts.
Government universities in Peiping face funding shortages as salaries fall behind. Professors have waited months for pay, despite improved conditions since 1928, with a large national deficit this year delaying remittances from the central government.
Sweden produced more than 3,000 new books during 1959 demonstrating a robust publishing effort. The figures reflect a broad range of genres and subjects across major Swedish publishing houses and independent presses.
National energy protest centers on Kansas where residents and groups press a campaign to lower natural gas charges imposed by subsidiaries of the Cities Service organization. Activists argue rates are excessive and seek regulatory relief.
Receipts mixed with prices steady to higher in parts. Hog and calf categories show gains. cattle steady with quality influencing quotes. lambs 25 to 40 higher. feed and grain futures listed with No 2 yellow corn around 6.49, oats and flax figures noted.
The market shows slight weakness in produce with various items listed by cents per pound and per bushel. Poultry prices move with steady demand for live hens and fowls, while grains like corn and wheat reflect mixed futures and cash quotes along with storage standards and receipts data.
Fragmentary OCR notes from Minneapolis Graen report show a July 1 entry with figures like 31.472 and the word shipments. No clear names, events, or actions are readable to establish a full summary.
On track car lots list assorted fruits and vegetables with prices by variety and size. Apples from Georgia and California. cabbage from Ohio. lettuce from California and New York. corn from Florida and Georgia. onions, celery, peaches, pears, and peppers. a range of crates and hampers with multiple price points and small sales noted. Several items show limited or no sales, typical for market listings.
Scientists note rainfall patterns traced through tree rings spanning centuries. Dendrochronologists use growth rings to reconstruct past climate and precipitation levels. The long-term data illuminate historical droughts and flood risks affecting early settlements and agriculture, guiding current climate models.
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