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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1937
Page
12
Following Mayor Don A. Baird’s death last night, multiple candidates moved to enter the GOP mayoral race. Council President Leonard Smith signaled a switch to run for mayor, with Joseph Petro and R B Lersch among expected entrants as filing nears 6:30 PM.
Elyria Local No. 1282 of the International Association of Machinists will install its charter at 1 p m Sunday at Wurst Hall. Election of officers will follow. The union, affiliated with the AFL, has been organized by Perry-Fay Company employees under the Elyria Central Labor Union. An open company meeting for all employees is set for 2 p m after installations.
County commissioners instructed County Engineer Harry L. Dunham to survey space in the Recorder Mose Wilder's office for better utilization and possible new counters. The move follows Wilder reporting crowded conditions and a proposal to enlarge by absorbing space from the division of aid for dependent children. No formal recommendation was made pending Dunham's report.
Austria reports fewer people unemployed this time compared with last year figures. Government data show improvement in jobless numbers, with sectors affected by layoffs gradually stabilizing and recruitment picking up across industries.
Robert B. Lersch, a veteran Elyria public figure, announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Elyria mayor subject to the primary. He served on the city council for nine years, led the water committee, and championed lake water for Elyria. Lersch also had three terms in the Ohio General Assembly and five years as Elyria postmaster, later leading roles at the Elyria Library and Elyria Memorial Hospital.
Last evening the Elyria Aerie of the Fraternal Order of Eagles installed officers for the ensuing year under William C. Graves of Cleveland Aerie acting as installing officer. New posts include Lyle Castle as Worthy President James France as Worthy Vice President Wm. McDonald as Worthy Chaplain Arthur R. Graber as Worthy Secretary Robert Jenson as Worthy Treasurer Wm. Cashman as Worthy Trustee Ed Schaefer as Worthy Inside Guard Dr George French and Dr Henry J. Austin as Worthy Physicians A Krebs as Worthy Inside Guard Visitors attended from Cleveland Lorain Wellington and Amherst after the meeting lunch was served.
Final preparations underway at Camp iss-See-Hes on the Vermilion River. Twenty girls from Emerson Junior High School Lakewood will occupy the camp under Miss Helen Lowe for an eight day session. Elyria boys camp opens June 22 for ten days. Stevick cites extensive repairs and improvements.
The article notes continued discussion at a first joint conference since a strike began, with a focus on a Columbus location and a mention of an emergency mediator or mediator group, indicating ongoing labor dispute negotiations.
In accordance with untuty stat utes, County council President Leonard Smith automatically becomes mayor after the death of Mayor Don A. Baird. He will not assume office until next week when he takes the oath and posts his bond. Councilman Ed Notley will preside as council president while the vacancy for the fifth ward is filled. Solicitor Harvey Cheney reported.
Mary Petry widow of John Petry dies after a week illness at Elyria Clinic. Services at Bittner Funeral Home then St Agnes Church with burial at St Marys Cemetery. Louise Miller of Valley City dies at home aged about 80. services at Miller home and St Pauls Church, Liverpool cemetery burial. E K Lindsley 64 dies in Brownhelm after long service as clerk. funeral at Brownhelm Congregational Church with burial in Brownhelm cemetery. Surviving relatives listed for all, including siblings, children, and grandchildren.
The Steel Workers Union strikes Bethlehem Steel Cambria plant at Johnstown after railroad worker walkouts, spreading beyond previous targets. Bethlehem, a leading U.S. steel producer, now faces a sizable labor stoppage affecting its Johnstown operation with 12,090 workers.
A man recalls calling Mr Knagga and detailing precautions. The governor cites a conference with National Guard and state police. In Monroe on June 11 armed deputies block out-of-town cars suspected of carrying CIO unionists aiding steel strikers.
Harvey C. Cheney formally announces his bid for re election as city solicitor subject to the Republican primary on August 10 after filing his petition with the board of elections. Cheney has served as county prosecutor and was elected to a full term, with a background in public affairs and political science from Oberlin College.
Former Columbus mayor and baseball figure Bidwell Baird dies after decade long illness. He played pitcher for Columbus in 1911 12 and coached Ohio State baseball in spring 1912. Survived by wife Madge and two sons Richard and Phillip. one son Jack died in an auto accident two years earlier. Burial at Ridgelawn Cemetery. Frank Stack notes bar associations and local service. mourners gather at 2:30 pm at court house then Nichols Funeral Home.
Agnes Temple Fay of 156 Hermitton Street appears on Elyhaugh School's honor student roster after a typographical omission. The list also notes Miss Nevada Davis of 139 Bath Street, among 36 graduates with four years of high school averages at or above 90 percent, plus detailed activity tallies for both students.
James C. Scott of 415 West 12th Street filed a petition for the Republican nomination for three council-at-large seats, joining six other candidates for a total of seven. A former third ward councilman in 1984 and 1935, Scott has long been active in labor, serving as secretary of the Central Labor Union and two terms as president of the Lorain County Building Trades Council. He worked as building superintendent for the Lorain County Building Commission during the sick and invalid building project at the County Home and Pleasant View Sanatorium. He has two sons and two daughters.
Divorce awarded to Charlotte Kennelly from Ben Kennelly by Judge Guy B Findley for neglect. Ruth Sturtevant's divorce suit against Maurice Sturtevant was dismissed. Nineteen naturalization petitions filed. final citizenship exams set for December. Boone road improvement plans approved. bids due June 28. cost $27471. 1.59 miles paved 15 feet wide with 70 percent county and 30 percent township funding. Jury verdict of 350 against Stanley Sneary for Frances Gannett's auto collision injuries. William Behr seeks divorce from Belle Behr. Elyria probation granted for John C Smith on auto ownership charge. George Rothstein seeks $599 from Leonard and Morris Falgin over dissolved Grafton Tron and Auto Wrecking Co. Dublin stage of Parnell play draws many Americans.
Elyria Central Labor Union members meet after elections to fill vacancies created by the withdrawal of the International Ladies Garment Workers Union. Al McWuhanter was named president and George Michaels recording secretary as the union pledges cooperation with C I O affiliates while noting no AFL action to suspend unions locally.
After a Democratic committee meeting last night William H. Jenne will run for councilman at large filling the division except president of council. Attorney John K. Nece likely to be asked to run as president of council. Party leaders expect a full ticket filed with the board of elections by 6:30 p.m. today.
The First Congregational Church basement hosted Cub Pack No 4 as seven dens performed animal calls. Seventeen Cubs received awards and nine Boy Scouts earned den leadership honors. William Howenstine was graduated to Boy Scout Troop 105 and earned the lion Bronze Badge with Walter Hendricks.
A historical market brief lists prices and receipts across varied sections. Butter and eggs show steady or premium quotes. poultry notes include live hens, Leghorn and broiler categories. cattle and calves give price ranges by grade. hogs show bid levels. grain futures and track prices in Toledo region feature No. 3 red wheat and No. 2 yellow corn with noted track pricer data. Names of states and markets appear with specific bids and lots.
Henry Ingersoll the sole Bear Silver Arrow Point recipient was honored by his den mother Mrs. Henry Ingersoll. Three Cubs earned Bear Gold Arrow Points led by Paul Gentzel with John Linville Robert Riddle and Archie Stevanson. Bear Bronze Badges went to Charles Crehore David Davica Donald Daykin Charles Evans Earl Jovink and Roy Moyer. Wolf Silver Arrow Points went to Roger Evans and William Henderson presented by Judge N H Nye. Wolf Bronze Badges awarded to John Sniaie Herbert Carlson and Paul Gentil. Walter E Davies presided as pack meeting custodian with the program opening pledges. Two surprise awards were presented to the Cubmaster and Henry Ingersoll. J C Linville received the pack insignia and two Cubmaster’s badges from Paul Trion while Ingersoll received two gifts of undisclosed nature. Den Chiefs and assistants honored by Ingersoll included Harry Koplin David Hoffman Paul Irion Robert Stevenson David Evans Jack Reinhardt Dale Cornelius Emory Van Buren and Philip Hoffman. Doctors honored for physicals and service included E H Evans J T Fawcett R W Hancock H M Metcalf M A Abbe and George Mynchenberg with thanks to others. Attendees included Henry Togsoll Elyria attorney and R C Maston Elyria schools sup, Richard Newcomb Firelands assistant Scout executive, Rev E Kamp, and Troop 103 with their Scout master C A Brooker. After closing service, guests viewed pack works exhibits. Winter resorts of Austria report more tourist arrivals this season.
London reports the British government plans to add 300,000 civilians to the air raid wardens corps. Recruitment starts immediately for unpaid wardens trained by the government to organize safety for men women and children in their areas during air raids.
The article notes a public program including period music and a floral bell symbolizing national liberty as part of a ritualistic service. It describes patriotic songs and numbers interspersed through the educational event. Manchukuo announces the start of its five year industrial plan.
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