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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1935
Page
11
Dr. Claud North Chrisman highlights a century of health gains led by maternal care, pure milk and water, and improved environments. He credits vaccines, nutrition, and disease prevention in childhood for longer life expectancy and reduced later life illnesses, urging continued focus on early care.
A historic summary credits advances in public health for conquering typhoid malaria and yellow fever through clean water milk and swamp drainage. It notes tuberculosis cures via fresh air and sunshine and isolation, tonsil removal preventing lung and heart ailments, and improved dental care eyesight and glandular science reducing chronic illness and early death.
The Ladies' Benevolent Society will meet in the church annex on Whare day at 2:00 PM. A speaker will present and refreshments will be served. Everyone is urged to attend.
Mrs Agnes Pitts died at 2 00 Thursday morning at Lodi Hospital after being seriously injured in a Saturday automobile accident. Miss Anna Pitts, driver of the car, went to Shar on Pa with the body Thursday afternoon. Mrs Pitts died of a heart attack caused by shock from the accident. Mr Pitts remains at Lodi Hospital. Miss Florence Peters recently moved to Cleveland visited Marie Made a few days this week. Twelve ladies from Litchfield attended the Sew We Sew quilting party at Mrs Viola Werner’s home in Sullivan Wednesday. Rev and Mrs Schott and family returned from Toledo Wednesday.
N. J. Bayocas is hailed as the world’s leading oil refining hub in a claim echoing industry praise. The statement highlights Bayocas as a premier center for refining activities, suggesting its dominance in global oil processing.
A guide explains facial massage and rich creams to prevent and reduce eye lines in hot dusty conditions. It covers cleansing, systematic upward strokes from chin to eye area, gentle kneading, and vibrating steps from lips to cheekbones, plus product tips for different skin types and a sample timetable in a bridal beauty leaflet.
Week end visits unfold among Hanmer Adams and Wilcox families across Norwood Welworth and Elyria. Students plan summer study at Western Reserve University while Gerald Wilson returns from Miami University. Children’s Day services set for June 4 at the Methodist church postposed a week. George Moulder sustains elbow injury in a wrestling mishap with his brother.
Virginia Bret, a small town private secretary, loses Bruce Trees to Celeste Del, while Narice Valen stirs trouble at a society dinner where Paul Thornton vies with Narice and Virginia confronts a web of romance. Virginia and Lavonne pursue work in New York, encountering Paul, Narice, and shifting affections in a tale of love, deceit, and social intrigue.
A brief entry states that officials are taking steps to determine the full extent of the injury. Further medical evaluation and observation were planned to assess severity and needed treatment.
The M. E. church leaners plan a June 12 meeting with hostess Mrs. Paul Nichols and helpers Helen Law Saslie Wilcox Cora Knowles and Winifred Heath. Charlotte Wilcox leads devotionals and rail call responses are Advice for Brides. A mock wedding is directed by Ern Haynes and Mar Calley.
Betty Hoffman, soon to marry Les Schmidtkins on June 22, was honored at a bridal shower hosted by Ruth Adams. Guests included Marian Hoffman Irene Yoo Bessie Yoo Mrs Dick House Elyria Mrs Kenneth Kolbe Wellington Mrs Kenneth Law Harriet Mos Nellie Auxer G E Wilson Ruth Dillon Dorothy Halliwell Mary Stimson Ruth Gott Gladys Forbush Aiena Adams and C L Gott among others.
Funeral services were conducted last week for Mrs. Emma Howard at the home of her daughter Mrs. L. A. Whelps. The record notes her passing after a long illness and mentions surviving relatives including daughters and a son. Memorial Day services followed with music, talks by local pastors, and poems, under C. A. Philippe’s decoration coordination. Gerald Ross died with his grandparents in Sterling. Eva Ricœur of Chattanooga, Tenn., attended a recentGuest at the George Fuller home. Mr and Mrs Gifford Lawrence and family planned a New York State visit, with plans to stay some time.
The Sarmiento, flagship training ship of the Argentine navy, celebrates thirty-five years of service and has logged more than 1,000,000 sea miles in operation.
West Ridge Carlisle Grange 1502 held its regular meeting at the hall on Oberlin road Tuesday evening. Master Merle Penfound presided as routine business was conducted. The 1st and 2nd degrees were conferred on new members Barney Leonwicz H. J. Hillier and Archie Miller. Refreshments followed. Children’s Day is set for June 18 with public invitation.
Mrs Harry Lauer and daughter Marian attended with Jean and Thelma Wagner and Mrs Youtzy of Elyria. The gathering at North Canton Tuesday was sponsored by the home economics extension works of Northeastern Ohio.
Measles have become quite prevalent among schoolchildren since the school closed on March 29.
Mrs. I. F. Eldred will open her home to the Ladies' Aid Society on Wednesday afternoon. June 12. Mr. and H. J. Hillier attended the funeral of Charlies Reisinzer Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Breck of Detroit visited Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Richards and family on Saturday.
Earl Hobill of Lakewood and Al ber Ehlke of Elyria were guests of their aunt Mrs. Etta Brown Saturday evening.
Miss Florence Pope of the University of Chicago has been visiting her parents Mr and Mrs R O Pope for ten days. She left Monday to return to Chicago via automobile, stopping overnight with her cousins Mr and Mrs M L Hanna in Bowling Green and resuming duties on Tuesday. Alma Sheffield and Clifford Henton of Pittsfield spent Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs R L Walker. Mr and Mrs Karl Simms and children visited Mr and Mrs Herbert Wacker and family in Pittsfield Sunday. Carl Fowl was admitted to Elytia Memorial Hospital for operative treatment. Mr and Mrs Carl Stihl and daughter Margaret, and Mr and Mrs Maynard Ringel of Savannah were entertained by Mr
New London Ohio June 8 Preston P Gelding was elected Noble Grand for six months at New London Lodge No 615 I C O F succeeding A L Wolfe whose term expires in July Rudy Snyder was elected Vice Grand for the same period to succeed Gelding The final election left no other candidates and the secretary cast the ballot A grave decoration report praised care of all graves and a roster of deceased members is being compiled A supper was held for Wilbur Redley a lodge member leaving for Navy after June 15 plus a social evening of games and billiards
The Women's Foreign Missionary Society of First Methodist held its regular meeting with sixteen members and three guests. With the president absent, the second vice president led the session themed Stars and Sunshine, including reports, entertainment planning for a garden party, and a short Open Door program.
The first petition of a candidate for municipal office at the coming Fall election appeared Wednesday as Lewis Farmer deputy marshal opened his campaign for marshal. Roy E. Campbell is the present incumbent.
B H St John, a prominent Fitchville resident, had cataract surgery at General Hospital Mansfield on Wednesday. His condition was reported satisfactory on Thursday.
The annual Children’s Day program at the 1st Methodist Church is set for Sunday June 9 at 10 30 am The program features volunteers Gloria Tubbs Buddy Griffin Duckie Thomas Joan Reilly Norma Dean Bailey Hope Guthrie James Grissinger Patty Leech Betty Neel Harold Kirkpatrick Shirley Emerson Barney Thomas Glenn Richards Helen Cassel Dr Church Richard Davis Phyllis White Kenneth Laborie and Betty Brown in recitations songs solos and hymns with an offertory and benediction.
Mrs H M Tapper attended with relatives in Akron on Sunday. The Nash family from Butternut Ridge joined the Simms family and daughter Eleanor for a Sunday visit. Amherst and Elsha residents G Aschenbaugh and F N Hopkins also visited, dining with J F Eldred and family in Decoration Car. Gertrude Pye and daughter Florence called on Mrs. Pye and Rev Ernest Pye of Oberlin was mentioned.
Oberlin College students and visitors from China and Turkey were hosted at local homes including the Pope residence. Calls were made on Mrs. Lawrence at Talcott Hall and Carlton Squire of Elyria visited the Fowl home. Erwin Bachmunyu and daughter Carol from Vermilion dined with I. F. Eldred and family. Mrs. Harvey Brown and son Maurice of Elgin and Clifford Hart with daughters Betty and Jane of Cleveland called on relatives. Mrs. P. A. Spleth and granddaughter Marjorie with Janet and Bill Spleth visited Mrs. Raymond Simms.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pickering hosted the Avon 16 Club on Thursday evening. Players competed in card games with prizes awarded to Mrs. Roy Cahoon and Arnold Buck. Lunch was served by the hostess. The club plans a meeting in two weeks at George Peak’s home.
Mrs. R. R. Reed entertained a party of friends Thursday afternoon at her home to honor her daughter Bonnie Lou. Guests included Meralyn Mitchell and her mother from Avon, Mrs. Laubenthal and son Alen of Ridgeville, Mrs. Laubenthal and daughter Joyce of Elyria, and Mrs. William Barr and daughter Nancy of Sheffield Lake. Lunch was served at the close.
Mr and Mrs Lee Hubbard will attend the wedding of a friend at Franklin Circle Christian Church in Cleveland. The couple plan to travel downtown for the ceremony and extend best wishes to the couple.
Monard Smith visits at the home of his aunt and uncle Mr and Mrs Harry Crandall in Clarksfield. Mr and Mrs Alfred Barr of Connellsville Pa spend Thursday evening at the home of his parents Mr and Mrs W J Barr. William Barr of Chester Road is confined to his home by illness. Mrs S J Seferink of Nazel Road is convalescing from an operation at Lakeside Hospital in Cleveland.
The Avon Lake Kresge Club held a 1 PM luncheon at Mrs. L. J. Hill's home on Thursday afternoon. Members played 500, with prizes won by Mrs. Archie Spade Miss Rena Titus and Mrs. Augusta Hinz. Guest Eva Neise of Chicago attended. Two weeks hence they will meet with Miss Rena Titus.
Mr. and Mrs. Howard Walker attended the Lakewood High School commencement Thursday evening. Her nephew, Charles Ralph Viets, was among the graduates.
Mrs J L Oppelt spent Thursday in Ashland. Miss Agnes Duff of Lakewood visits Mr and Mrs Curtis Duff. Mrs Elizabeth Gerhart was a guest of her son and family in Lakewood for a couple of days.
Ernest Blackwell of Detroit visited Thursday evening with cousins Miss Eliza Watkins and L G Watkins. A G Mills and wife hosted relatives from Norwalk and Wakeman and Vermilion for Sunday meals. LeRoy Lounsbrough and daughter Betty Mare joined Mrs Mary Lounsbrough for Sunday dinner. Cleveland guests included Carl Orlick’s family with Mr and Mrs Charles Feskins and John Storka’s party. Brighton and Elyria visitors joined the Mills and their family for weekend gatherings.
A Sunday lawn picnic hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Brandt bid Alma Roloff farewell before her summer departure to Cape Cod Mass. Friends present included Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Peabody, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kovascik, Miss Floris Williams of Oberlin, Mr. and Mrs. Albert McDole and daughter Marilyn of Pittsfield, and Delan Brouse of Wellington. A pleasant time was enjoyed by all.
The Jolly 4-H Club reorganized June 3 at the school house with officers elected. Norma Gott is president, Alice Remen vice president, Doris Pierce secretary, Patricia Hopkins recreation leader, Virginia Leach news reporter. Advisor is Miss Jean Fraunfelder.
Helen Kovuselk of Oberlin and Mrs Perry Brandt of here visited Mrs Otis Worcester and infant Lois Ann in Elyria on Friday afternoon last week. Mrs MacKeachie and son Lester Stevens of Howell Michigan are visiting their son and brother and his wife Mr and Mrs H Clarence Stevens. They came to the Stevens home Monday evening. On Tuesday Mr and Mrs H C Stevens and their guests were visitors of Mr and Mrs Fred Stevens and family in Lorain. In the evening Mr and Mrs Fred Stevens spent the evening at the H Clarence Stevens home. Miss Betty Maye Lounsbrough is spending the week with her aunt and uncle Mr and Mrs H T Worcester in Oberlin.
A reader letter defends a husband in the "Twenty-nine" controversy, arguing that fault lies with the wife and suggesting she lacks knowledge of her spouse's actions. The writer questions if the husband attends dances or parties while away, implying suspicions about infidelity and suggesting accountability rests with the wife.
The letter-writer credits other female authors for their pieces while questioning judges in a case. He notes provocation may have influenced verdicts, and wonders if readers avoided challenging the stay-at-home wives' loyalty standards and the “right or wrong my husband” mindset.
A column argues that traveling husbands are not the sole wrongdoers as many wives also stray. It asserts women abuse newfound freedom, while complacent husbands deserve scorn. The piece urges separation for couples who mock marriage and highlights mutual accountability.
Thirty two members gathered Tuesday at Mrs Richard Leach home for a covered dish meal and a program including a piano solo Under the Willow by Josephine Rollin a recitation by Gerald Frey a trombone solo with Virginia Leach on piano and a Bible story by Jean Minkler Officers were reelected for another year Guests included Mrs F E Andrews from Wellington Mrs A B Smith Mrs A L DeFields and Mrs W O Rollin The next meeting will be the annual Rice's Dam picnic on Tuesday July 9.
Mr. and Mrs. Floyd DeLong and their children attended a surprise birthday event Sunday at the home of Mrs. Charles DeLong in Homerville, celebrating her special day with family.
Miss Bertha Bambousik of Cleveland had a birthday celebrated Sunday at her sister’s home. Mr and Mrs Lad Remen hosted twelve guests including her parents Mr and Mrs Joseph Bambousek of Cleveland. A lovely dinner and day were spent together.
Miss Luelle Gregg and Herbert Carlson were Sunday luncheon guests of Walter Gregg in Cleveland. Decoration day guests included C. C. Stanley and family from E Cleveland, Jessie and Jamnita Stanley. Clinton and Virgil DeFields joined Mr. and Mrs. DeFields for Sunday dinner with Warne Turner. Alton Babson and son Dow from Fairport Harbor visited Babsons. Adelbert De Fields and son, H O Youngerberg and family from Wakeman called at Smith De Fields. Harry Gregg and Elizabeth Gregg of Sullivan visited Walter Gregg. Isabel Lao and Duffy Hids from Bedford called on A L De Fields. Pomona Grange to meet Saturday night at Belden.
Sunday visits and greetings fill Clarksfield homes as Wakeman and Virginia Ginster visit Clarence Harris and Mrs. Merrill spends time with Mrs. Green. A Leber reunion occurs in East Norwalk, births reported in Detroit, and locals travel between Norwalk Lorain and Route 20 farms. The Home Economic Girls picnic at Brandhurst concludes with games and lunch.
Mrs. Martin invites general interest inquiries for a column and will not respond to individuals. Readers may submit questions through the paper, but names will not be published. Send correspondence to Mrs. Martin’s care at this newspaper.
A Elyria resident spent the weekend with the former's parents Mr and Mrs Fred Peabody.
Twenty pupils graduated from High School Friday night. The program traced the school’s development since Massachusetts Law of 1647. Musical items included solos by Robert Bement Helen Lindbeck and Hilda Dideluis plus High School orchestra selections. Graduates listed: Evelyn Barnes Harold Beam Robert Bement Helen Conry Paul Cooley William Dalton William DeHaas Annette Ebel Forest Fletcher Iona Hastings Roland Keith Frances Kuhp Ruth Lindbeck Bernard Logan Joseph Logan Herbert MacWayne Aretha Parsons Charles Rahauser Michael Warso.
The Fire Department was called to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Kuburcik when the brooder stove caught on fire and destroyed some of the baby chicks on Sunday morning. Paul Murray of Cleveland spent the weekend with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Al. Murray.
In Boston Massachusetts switches grandman’s slogan on cleanliness from excess soap to water. Metal tags on wash bowls in the State Public Works building bear the legend Use plenty of water you need little soap. The change aims at economy while promoting hygiene.
Claim that headaches from constipation vanish after one Adlerika dose. Says it cleanses poisons from both bowels and improves sleep and nerves. Result attributed to W Phillips Druggist.
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