Postmasters and stamps in early United States history
A historical account traces postmasters from Gideon Granger appointed in 1801 through later leaders, noting stamps issued under Polk, Roosevelt, and Farley. It covers the first perf issues, Farley’s controversial “Farleys Follies,” gift albums, die proofs, and simplified summaries of stamp policies during the Roosevelt era and the Century of Progress era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gideon Granger
Jefferson
Madison
Cave Johnson
Polk
James A. Farley
Franklin Delano
Roosevelt
Scott
Aix
Air Mail
Theodore Roosevelt
United States
Post-J
Farley
Franklin ‘ Belano Roosevelt
American Philatelic Society
Chicago
Retary
Century of Progress
Treasury
Bureau of
Progress
Philatelic
Bribe Taken Forgotten Skin Chin Fined in Elyria Court
The first victim in a local Elyria chapter kan garoo court at the Watch anniversary was Jerry Kostyo, inn owner, accused of being a skin chin. Judge Jack Whidden presided as Kostyo faced a balloon sunbonnet sentence and lace pantaloon restraint while serving at theWayside Inn. Prosecutor Matt Herman and defense attorney Charles Nelson led a case with chapter members as witnesses. a bribe offer was noted but quickly forgotten by court officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elyria
Sied
Jerry Kostyo
Grassie
Wayside Inn
Chapter 35
Wayside Travelers
Brothers of the Brush
Kostyc
Jack Whidden
Matt Herman
Charles Nelson
Nelson
iFfest
Kangareo Court
Andrew Foreman
Frank Dennis
Ward Peters
Travin
Dick Hoomlin
Jefe
C. Frankin Carr
Mager Burkhard
Golf pros Shannon and Randall tied to Elyria scene
A retrospective on Hersh Shannon of Oberlin Golf Club and Johnny Randall of Center Ridge driving range, longtime Elyria golf figures. Their careers spanned early club days to mid century, shaping local golf culture while underlining the era’s ties between teaching, playing, and club stewardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hersh Shannon
Oberlin Golf Club
Johnny Randall
Columbia Hills Counter Chilenn
Elyria
Nordic
Jimmie Dee
Wico Bandit
Alenell
Greater Cleveland
Shannon
Randall
Center Ridge Rd
Cherry Ridge
West River Rad Tinks
Roy Miller
Oberlin
Spring Valley Country Club
Bob Randall
Pony League Baseball Schedule Hit By Rain At Recreation Field
A couple of Pony League games were set for one night this week but only a few teams arrived with full lineups. Rain cleared then returned causing field conditions to be uncertain. One game started with five players on the field and a handful of substitutes. another diamond had 12 players against eight, and a borrowed player allowed the game to proceed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wise Bandit
Gratton Moan
Recreation Field
Deva
Jesus Anu Vais
Kloved
Wm-Pires
Nrw
Clarence Metzger
Grafton
New York Finger Lakes
Cowperntown
New London
Henry Parnell
Harold Arlin
Mansfield
Henry
Biog
Arlin
William
Shelby
All About Pictures Fill In By Flash To Furnish Detail
The note explains photography with flash can fill shadows and reveal detail in bright and dark areas, unless the subject is very distant, where detail may still be limited. The text contrasts land and shadow areas and emphasizes balanced exposure for clearer images.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suzy
Local youth baseball clubs seek fields and leagues revived
In Elyria and nearby areas, youngsters ages eight to eighteen hope to form Little Leagues, Pony Leagues, and Friendly Enemifa leagues. Citizens recall earlier community efforts to fund, build, and maintain diamonds. many players funded gear from their own pockets, with no formal umpires or schedules.
X Marks The Spot On Flash Bulb Rules And Local Notes
A jumble of photography tips on flash bulb settings and distance with notes on beach photos and weather, plus local items from Petoskey Michigan. Mentioned are birthdays, civic figures, and a reminder of sidewalk repairs funded by homeowners with penalties.
It's A Dogs Life Warm weather dog care tips
Summer heat brings more health risks for dogs and requires extra care from owners. Ensure water and shade, avoid confinement during peak heat, and use dog-specific shampoo to repel pests. Fleas and ticks are common and can spread disease. monitor and treat promptly. A vet from Ser geant's Dog Care Center emphasizes not pulling ticks and following safe removal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. McEwan
Sergeant's Dog Care Center
Richmond
Musical Merry-Go-Round By Dick Conrad
Ed Sullivan Show will host Elvis Presley in his first post Uncle act with a $100,000 fee. Steve Allen’s summer replacement pleases viewers, while the romance of Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme headlines a future TV satire of Pocahontas. The cast may include Keely’s Louis Prima, Tony Quinn, and Sinatra or Dean Martin. Billboard highlights new artist names and future talk of moon songs amid a congressman quip about satellite view. Top singles list includes Rebel Rouser and Splish Splash. albums feature Music Man and Kenton at Balboa with Shearing and Staton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keely Srith
Kéely
Hubby
Louis Prima
Tony Quinn
Frank Sinatra
Dean Martin
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Aseesib
Theodore Rosevelt
Scott's
Hayes
Garfield
The
Samuel Osgood
Washington
Jackston
Russ Davies
Wywr
Thistle- Down
Cleveland
Izpueie
Gible
Elks National Convention
New York City
Smitty
Walt Gaster
South Amherst
U.S. Internal Revenue Service
Lorain
Bureau
Rocky River Dr
Cleveland Gasser
Akron
Gasser
Pinne
Germany
Austria
Stalag 17
Phil Zahm
Maynard
Doc) Unger
Don Lynch
Birmingham
Russ Chester
Avon Lake
Don Fritz
University of Cincinnati
Fritz
Sid Gillman
Cincinnati Bearcats
Cincinnati
Mike Fritz
Elyrian
Mike
John
Frank
Pam
Reid Ave
Rose Davies
Joe Cowden
By Norris Harkness
Borane
Helds
Lowe
Sheffield
Pony
jLeaguer
Sone
Wan
Maas Vane Aero
Khares Davis
Dave Davis
Memorial Hospital
Charles Aukerman
Raiote
Allie O'Donnell
Artie
Atty
John Howard
Petoskey
Mich
Toskey
Mildred Amate
Laurese Gordon
Silver Spring
Laurese
Don Miller
Joe
Jon
WIEOP
Washington BD. C
Canine Club J
Canine Brothers of the Brush
Dick Conrad
Elvis Presley
Steve Allen
Steve Lawrence
Eydie Gorme
Steve
Eydie
Allen
Mr. and
Mrs
Billboard Magazine
Half Brothers
Brother Sisters
Narvel Felts
Conway Twitty
Robert Hale
R.maine
Duane Eddy
Frankie Avalon
Bobby Darin
Chuck Berry
Robin
Bobby Day
Four Freshmen
Inj Staton
Shearing
Staton
Kenton
Balboa
George Shearing
Dakota Kenton
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